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January 2010
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www.interstategames.com
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| Things got a bit chilly during 2008's first spring show in Wenatchee! The adults don't look so look very thrilled with the snow, but these young riders thought racing during a |
Are we having fun yet???
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Horse Trailer
86' Kittleson 3 horse slant load
LQ. A very neat and clean oldie
but a goodie! 7 wide x 7 tall, 24
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with professional conversion, 6 cu.
ft. frig.w/ separate freezer, double
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Realistic speakers, 4 burner stove
w/ large oven. Queen size bed, 4
person dinette that easily converts
into 3rd person bed, new laminate
oak flooring, tons of storage in
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and AC. Electric jack, twin
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new brakes, drums, bearings and
low mileage radial tires. Drop
down head windows, mid and
back tack. The trailer has been
kept undercover every Winter
and has very little rust.
Ellensburg. $12,500.00 obo
E-mail for photos or more
information drlien@fairpoint.net
or call (509) 962-4250 .
Saddles for sale:
*15" Dakota barrel saddle, dark
oil, rust seat, round skirt, oak leaf
tooling, new with tags $500
*14" Western Saddlery saddle,
black seat, square skirt, light oil,
roughout fenders, crazy leg
tooling, with rear cinch, brand
new $600
*14" SRS barrel saddle, black
seat, square skirt, light oil, waffle
tooling with barb wire trim, with
rear cinch, brand new for $700
Please call Judi at 360 793 2698
or e-mail
rehmquarterhorses@hotmail.com
Horses for sale:
Diamond Doll MC, a 2004
mare listed on allbreedpedegree.
com, is for sale. Just under 15
hands tall. She has been ridden in
the mountains some and moved
cattle in the hills around here. She
handles herself well, nice long
stride, bends, flexes, moves off
your legs, roll backs and nice
stops. She is gentle and easy to
be around. I just don't have time
for her and she spends a lot of
time just sitting. I hate to see her
go but she is too nice to just sit
around. $2,800 Please contact
Bow & Tricia Sewell by E-mail
cowboyent@charter.net
Friskies Flying Image, an 8
year old, registered tobiano paint
mare. Standing at 15'3, she has
the size to really cover the ground.
She was started as a barrel horse,
and has since been patterned in all
gaming events. She was brought
on slowly, which kept her nice
and calm. She will walk into the
arena on a loose rein, but is ready
to run when asked. She has tight
consistent turns every time, with
plenty of speed in between. She is
very responsive to both hand and
leg cues. This mare does not like
to hit things, and is very honest.
She is also just as comfortable on
the trails as she is in the arena.
She has never been lame, or had
any health problems. She has
great ground manners, loads,
bathes, clips and stands for the
shoer. You can see her pedigree
on Dreamhorse, AD#1486160.
$7,000.00
Thank you,
Tammy Johnson
425-418-6440
JAKE" .. 9 yr old reg qtr horse
gelding, very lovable, easy
keeper, started on barrels, good
trail horse, he just needs to be
hauled more & ridden. Rochelle is
busy w/other horses and doesn't
have time for him and doesn't
want him to just sit. We are
asking $2500 but will consider all
offers. You can call us at 325-
2720 or e-mail Maryann at
MMurray@peacehealth.org.
Must find a good home for Docs
Chessie Cat. Chessie has given a
lot of people the opportunity to be
at the top of their game.
My son has tuned 16 years old
and is finding no time for her.
She is a well seasoned games
horse she won two state
championships this year.
$500 or best offer.
She is on dream horse # 1463072
tnrranch@wavecable.com
Cherokee is for sale as my
daughter has outgrown her.
Wonderful games pony, knows all
the events. Depending on the level
of rider she will walk, trot or
canter, she will lead line as well.
Super safe, doesn't spook and is
safe on the ground. Excellent on
trails, we have ridden her on the
beach and she has been in a
couple parades too. She needs
another boy or girl that she can
teach and love. 20 something and
about 12.2 hands. Very easy
keeper and in good health. $900
Amy McHale 360-642-8755
ajmchale@hotmail.com
For SALE – If you are looking for a
Miller at Miller’s Quarter Horses.
We’ve got several outstanding two
year olds on up for sale. We even
have some that are started! These
horses are not only good looking,
but they’ve got the athletic ability to
take you any direction you want to
go. We’ve produced champions
such as “Miller’s Gray Baron”, “I’d
Rather Be Satin”, Sylvia Hylton’s
“Yippy Skippy” and Amy DeBoer’s
“Gimmie Dat Cash”, which all came
from our bloodlines and ranch.
Contact Jerry Miller at Miller’s
Quarter Horses for more
information – (425) 432-1504 or
tamiler@aol.com
Now in Washington ~ an own son
of Dash For Perks!
Perks The Man is one classy colt,
very athletic and extremely smart.
Backed by a solid pedigree,
here is the complete package...
proven bloodlines, flawless
conformation, and a winning mind!
With all this Perks is sure to be an
excellent barrel and race sire.
Both sire and dam lines are
proven producers of Stakes
Winners, Superior Race, AQHA
Hall of Fame Horses, World
Champions, Race & Show ROM,
and Barrel Racing Money Earning
offspring. We are very
excited to offer you the
opportunity to breed to an own
son of the legendary Dash For
Perks at an
affordable price. Call Rehm
Quarter Horses at 360 793 2698
or email
rehmquarterhorses@hotmail.com
for photos and more information.
Check out the new Website www.
rehmquarterhorses.net
BID OF A BULLY
SI 92
$500.00
WILL BE STANDING AT
SHANNON DAVIS' HOME IN
MALAGA.
MARE CARE $5.00/ DAY
I WILL BE USING
EXCLUSIVELY ARTIFICIAL
INSEMMINATION
VETERINARY FEES WILL BE
ADDITIONAL.
YOU WILL SAVE IN MARE
CARE WHAT IT WILL COST
YOU IN VET FEES!
SHIPPED SEMEN
AVAILABLE $250.00 PER
SHIPMENT
Remit ads to kbg@olympus.net.
Horse Trailer
86' Kittleson 3 horse slant load
LQ. A very neat and clean oldie
but a goodie! 7 wide x 7 tall, 24
ft. deck. LQ has10ft. short wall
with professional conversion, 6 cu.
ft. frig.w/ separate freezer, double
sink, microwave, TV, radio with
Realistic speakers, 4 burner stove
w/ large oven. Queen size bed, 4
person dinette that easily converts
into 3rd person bed, new laminate
oak flooring, tons of storage in
LQ and gooseneck area, toilet
and AC. Electric jack, twin
propane tanks, battery w/solar
charger, 10 gallon holding tanks,
new brakes, drums, bearings and
low mileage radial tires. Drop
down head windows, mid and
back tack. The trailer has been
kept undercover every Winter
and has very little rust.
Ellensburg. $12,500.00 obo
E-mail for photos or more
information drlien@fairpoint.net
or call (509) 962-4250 .
Saddles for sale:
*15" Dakota barrel saddle, dark
oil, rust seat, round skirt, oak leaf
tooling, new with tags $500
*14" Western Saddlery saddle,
black seat, square skirt, light oil,
roughout fenders, crazy leg
tooling, with rear cinch, brand
new $600
*14" SRS barrel saddle, black
seat, square skirt, light oil, waffle
tooling with barb wire trim, with
rear cinch, brand new for $700
Please call Judi at 360 793 2698
or e-mail
rehmquarterhorses@hotmail.com
Horses for sale:
Diamond Doll MC, a 2004
mare listed on allbreedpedegree.
com, is for sale. Just under 15
hands tall. She has been ridden in
the mountains some and moved
cattle in the hills around here. She
handles herself well, nice long
stride, bends, flexes, moves off
your legs, roll backs and nice
stops. She is gentle and easy to
be around. I just don't have time
for her and she spends a lot of
time just sitting. I hate to see her
go but she is too nice to just sit
around. $2,800 Please contact
Bow & Tricia Sewell by E-mail
cowboyent@charter.net
Friskies Flying Image, an 8
year old, registered tobiano paint
mare. Standing at 15'3, she has
the size to really cover the ground.
She was started as a barrel horse,
and has since been patterned in all
gaming events. She was brought
on slowly, which kept her nice
and calm. She will walk into the
arena on a loose rein, but is ready
to run when asked. She has tight
consistent turns every time, with
plenty of speed in between. She is
very responsive to both hand and
leg cues. This mare does not like
to hit things, and is very honest.
She is also just as comfortable on
the trails as she is in the arena.
She has never been lame, or had
any health problems. She has
great ground manners, loads,
bathes, clips and stands for the
shoer. You can see her pedigree
on Dreamhorse, AD#1486160.
$7,000.00
Thank you,
Tammy Johnson
425-418-6440
JAKE" .. 9 yr old reg qtr horse
gelding, very lovable, easy
keeper, started on barrels, good
trail horse, he just needs to be
hauled more & ridden. Rochelle is
busy w/other horses and doesn't
have time for him and doesn't
want him to just sit. We are
asking $2500 but will consider all
offers. You can call us at 325-
2720 or e-mail Maryann at
MMurray@peacehealth.org.
Must find a good home for Docs
Chessie Cat. Chessie has given a
lot of people the opportunity to be
at the top of their game.
My son has tuned 16 years old
and is finding no time for her.
She is a well seasoned games
horse she won two state
championships this year.
$500 or best offer.
She is on dream horse # 1463072
tnrranch@wavecable.com
Cherokee is for sale as my
daughter has outgrown her.
Wonderful games pony, knows all
the events. Depending on the level
of rider she will walk, trot or
canter, she will lead line as well.
Super safe, doesn't spook and is
safe on the ground. Excellent on
trails, we have ridden her on the
beach and she has been in a
couple parades too. She needs
another boy or girl that she can
teach and love. 20 something and
about 12.2 hands. Very easy
keeper and in good health. $900
Amy McHale 360-642-8755
ajmchale@hotmail.com
For SALE – If you are looking for a
Miller at Miller’s Quarter Horses.
We’ve got several outstanding two
year olds on up for sale. We even
have some that are started! These
horses are not only good looking,
but they’ve got the athletic ability to
take you any direction you want to
go. We’ve produced champions
such as “Miller’s Gray Baron”, “I’d
Rather Be Satin”, Sylvia Hylton’s
“Yippy Skippy” and Amy DeBoer’s
“Gimmie Dat Cash”, which all came
from our bloodlines and ranch.
Contact Jerry Miller at Miller’s
Quarter Horses for more
information – (425) 432-1504 or
tamiler@aol.com
Now in Washington ~ an own son
of Dash For Perks!
Perks The Man is one classy colt,
very athletic and extremely smart.
Backed by a solid pedigree,
here is the complete package...
proven bloodlines, flawless
conformation, and a winning mind!
With all this Perks is sure to be an
excellent barrel and race sire.
Both sire and dam lines are
proven producers of Stakes
Winners, Superior Race, AQHA
Hall of Fame Horses, World
Champions, Race & Show ROM,
and Barrel Racing Money Earning
offspring. We are very
excited to offer you the
opportunity to breed to an own
son of the legendary Dash For
Perks at an
affordable price. Call Rehm
Quarter Horses at 360 793 2698
or email
rehmquarterhorses@hotmail.com
for photos and more information.
Check out the new Website www.
rehmquarterhorses.net
BID OF A BULLY
SI 92
$500.00
WILL BE STANDING AT
SHANNON DAVIS' HOME IN
MALAGA.
MARE CARE $5.00/ DAY
I WILL BE USING
EXCLUSIVELY ARTIFICIAL
INSEMMINATION
VETERINARY FEES WILL BE
ADDITIONAL.
YOU WILL SAVE IN MARE
CARE WHAT IT WILL COST
YOU IN VET FEES!
SHIPPED SEMEN
AVAILABLE $250.00 PER
SHIPMENT
Classified Ads are
located at bottom left
of this page
located at bottom left
of this page
View Karen's recent Horseplay column.
| Shake it Nita! Voted Best Cheerleader at Interstate 2008 |
Hot stuff
And I'm not just referring to Lesa Bland! Temperatures were more than 100 degrees at State
Finals 08 in Wenatchee -- quite a contrast to the spring show's snow. Riders and horses were
dripping sweat -- except for those locals who knew to be prepared. They were able to keep
their cool by wearing Cooling Vests. Was that an unfair advantage? Nah...west siders were
still No.1 in many events.
And I'm not just referring to Lesa Bland! Temperatures were more than 100 degrees at State
Finals 08 in Wenatchee -- quite a contrast to the spring show's snow. Riders and horses were
dripping sweat -- except for those locals who knew to be prepared. They were able to keep
their cool by wearing Cooling Vests. Was that an unfair advantage? Nah...west siders were
still No.1 in many events.
All regions are invited to submit news, events and meeting times for posting on this Web site
Dirt farming
Olympic Peninsula Region's Brooke Stromberg, left, and Interstate Princess Tanya Hull were all
smiles after Tanya pulled Brooke on a cowhide behind her horse, Pete. After Brooke spat out a
mouthful of dirt from her first Cowhide race, Sam Parks suggested she, "not smile while being
dragged behind a running horse."
Olympic Peninsula Region's Brooke Stromberg, left, and Interstate Princess Tanya Hull were all
smiles after Tanya pulled Brooke on a cowhide behind her horse, Pete. After Brooke spat out a
mouthful of dirt from her first Cowhide race, Sam Parks suggested she, "not smile while being
dragged behind a running horse."
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And then came summer and State Finals...
2009 HIGH POINT STATE FINALS CHAMPIONS
JUNIOR HIGH POINT SADDLE WINNER
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TYLER DECKER RIDING MONEY
INTERMEDIATE HIGH POINT SADDLE WINNER
SPONSORED BY MODERN SEWER CORPORATION
TAYLOR SWANSON RIDING YODI
SENIOR A HIGH POINT SADDLE WINNER
SPONSORED BY KIRK WEINZ
LANDIS LUTTON RIDING JUS PASSIN THE SASS (SASSY)
SENIOR B HIGH POINT SADDLE WINNER
SPONSORED BY THE FORSLOF FAMILY
JILL ENGLISH RIDING LADY MERRIS
SUPER SENIOR A HIGH POINT SADDLE WINNER
SPONSORED BY BGL ACCOUNTING
LISA GUTHMILLER RIDING JETS EASY SPORT
SUPER SENIOR B HIGH POINT SADDLE WINNER
SPONSORED IN LOVING MEMORY OF DAVID BROWN
JACKIE LITTLE RIDING LUCKY JET 7
HIGH POINT INDIVIDUAL HORSE 2009
LADY MERRIS RIDDEN BY JILL ENGLISH
Horse that has placed the highest in each individual events by times.
HIGH POINT ALL AROUND HORSE 2009 - TIE
MONTANA RIDDEN BY JACK WEINZ, JR.
BE PROUD MAN RIDDEN BY TANYA NIELSON AND LARRY PLAGERMAN
Horse that has placed the highest in each individual and team events by time.
HIGH POINT 2009 GAMES CLUB OF THE YEAR---NOOKSACK VALLEY RIDERS
2009 Annual Meeting Minutes
November Lake Chelan
November Lake Chelan
Howdy, ya’ll
I was stupid, again. Hopefully my mistake will save you from making the same: were it not for the GFI,
or ground-fault circuit interrupter outlet, my haphazardness could have resulted in my horse receiving a
deadly electrical shock. During the summer I made some changes to the property, including the location
of water troughs. Unfortunately, I didn’t get around to completing my winter watering setup. When
freezing weather arrived and I plugged in my stock-tank de-icers part of the electric extension cord
running through the pasture was left exposed to the horses.
Indy, my big bay who likes to play with, and put his mouth on, anything he can find, decided to amuse
himself with the cord. He bit down on it. The weather at the time was alternating rain and snow. It took
little effort for Indy’s teeth to touch and expose the wire. Thankfully, since I plugged into a GFI outlet
he only received a brief, minor shock. It could have been worse; like I said I was stupid. An easy fix
was to run the extension cord inside PVC pipe, keep the pipe as hidden as possible, and squirt it with
bitter “No Chew” doggie spray.
Always the character, Indy’s given me much joy for most of his seven years. Last summer he threw a
couple of quick tantrums, the power of such left me lying flat on the ground. Since then I’ve been telling
him I was upset with him for hurting me, and it was his job to keep me safe — plus he got more
professional training from my neighbor.
Well, I’m not sure if it was my firm words, or the training, or both. But for the first time last week Indy
didn’t react by springing up, down and sideways when I put my foot in the stirrup in an attempt to climb
in the saddle with a loose cinch. As the saddle slipped to his side I saw him plant his feet firmly on the
ground, and with a resolved look which seem to say, “I’m standing still so she won’t fall.” Either that or
he was too shocked to move after taking a bite out of the electrical cord.
Karen
PRESIDENT'S MESSAGE
Happy New Year, holly cow (Elaine Weinz favorite expression) it is hard to believe that it is 2010. Just
writing it doesn’t seem right.
I am very excited to let you in on some news that I just received today, Ady Crosby has declared that
she is running for 2010 Interstate Princess this year. She has a great support crew and we need to
help her out as much as we can. Her e-mail address is crosbya3@students.wwu.edu, contact her and
pledge your sponsorship now. More information in the newsletter from Ady, so keep reading.
Thank you to the Rules Committee and Dave Fosnaugh for taking their free time to make sure the
rule book is as correct as possible. We have gone through it with a fine tooth comb and are feeling
pretty smug about printing the 2010 rule book. They should be ready the beginning of February. If you
are in need of a timers/judges clinic, contact Kirk Weinz, chairman. kweinz@modsewer.com. All
current PSHA judges will receive a free rulebook insert. To receive one you need to show your
current judges card to a rules committee person or an officer to receive your free insert.
Appleatchee Riders have approved show dates in. Where are yours? Members are asking me about our
show calendar, help me out with information and get your dates in.
2010 officers added; Laura Plagerman is our West Side Vice President and I have asked Jackie Little
to be our Interstate Princess coordinator, not to be confused with chaperone. Obviously she has done a
great job already, because we now have a candidate.
New Forms on the Web. If you go to our website and find the forms section you will see that I have
changed the Rider Registration Form. Remember you need to only fill this out if you add a horse or
make any change to your address and send to Terri Forslof, Timeskeeper. Sue Johnson has created a
great Sponsorship Introduction letter to be taken to businesses for State Finals Sponsorship. Often
times the person you need to speak to is not in and you can leave the information for their viewing so
that you can get back to them later. Now is the time to start knocking on those businesses that you
frequent often. What can they say? The 2010 Rule book is posted as well. The WHO Time Sheet
has been created and posted on the web for those riders who may attend an Oregon show.
Well Vince and I haven’t been able to ride much with the ice that has accumulated, but hopefully we can
get more snow to cover it up or more sun to melt it all away. We are celebrating the fact that our
daughter, Erica, has finished college with a degree in Criminal Justice and we no longer have anyone in
college. Yeah….. Take care,
Lesa Bland, lbland@televar.com or 509-782-1461
RULES COMMITTEE
The rules committee met on December 19th to process the rule changes. All changes that were voted on
and passed during the annual meeting have been incorporated into the rule book. Dave Fosnaugh is the
gentleman responsible for providing these changes to the printer. Please take the time to thank Dave for
his time and hard work.
One special note: The Southwest Region proposed a rule change that did pass. This rule states ( Times
from W.H.O. approved games shows are included in averages for P.S.H.A.. Times must be submitted
by the rider on the approved form to the P.S.H.A. timeskeeper. Times must be postmarked within 72
hours except for the last weekend of the riding season when times must be postmarked within 24 hours.
To be accepted 60 cents per ride must be included and either the show steward or show chairman must
initial the form. Forms will be available on the website or upon request from the State office. Times will
not count for Washington State records). There does exist between the two states some differences in
rules. As a result the rules committee found it necessary to add the following statement: THE RULES
COMMITTEE HAS DETERMINED THAT A BATON MUST BE USED IN TEAM POLES.
Thank you,
Kirk Weinz
JUNIOR NEWS
Jr's! I have big plans for you this year!! We have already started the year off with 3 very sucessful Gift
wrapping Fundraisers. Four kids have already raised enough money for their sweatshirts/coats and two
more are half way there. I am still open to any ideas that anyone may have for money raising ideas. I still
need to get an official date but sometime in February at the Country Store in Lynden we are going to run
the concession at their Anniversary sale. I need to get a couple kids to run the stand. Volunteers please!!
I will be sending out an email as soon as I know the official date.
Summer plans:
• Silent Auctions- I'd really like to set up a few auctions at multiple shows this summer. Kids
please get things donated for this.
• Bake Sales and BBQ- I'd like to cordinate a Bake sale with a BBQ at some shows. We can get a
parent to volunteer to "man the BBQ". This would happen at shows that don't already have a concession
stand. Larry's, Sumas, Wenatchee (if the stand isn't open) and North Bend, just to name a few.
• Spaghetti Feed- I have been approached by some parents that are wanting to do this. Let's get it
together!! I think this would be a great way to get everyone "sitting around the table"
• Buy a Junior- This is something that I came up with originally as a joke, but then I kinda liked the
idea...so here goes: Any Junior that wants to be involved can be. Basically you will put yourself up for
auction and whoever buys you gets "ownership" of you for a day at a show. They can do whatever they
want with you. Make you wear silly outfits, make you brush and saddle their horse, make you feed for
them. I was thinking we'd sell Juniors Friday night at State Finals and then they have Saturday or Sunday
to "serve" whoever bought them. This could be extremly funny!!
• Barrel Race- I thougt that we might be able to co-sanction a 4D barrel race with NBHA or BRND
at one of the Sedro Woolley Shows this summer and have the Juniors help run the race and in return be
able to get part of the proceeds. We would have to run it after the regular PSHA show, so it would be a
night race.
I would love to hear from anyone with ideas, comments, questions. I want everyone to be involved and
enjoy what we are doing this year!! You can find me on Facebook, myspace, or email me at
barrel_racer101@hotmail.com. I am super excited about this year!! Also, if anyone is interested in being
a Pennisula rep. please get a hold of myself or Kortney Todd.
I don't know about you guys but I am ready for Summer!!!
Kelsey
RUNNING FOR INTERSTATE PRINCESS
Hello All! As some of you may have heard, I am going to be running for the 2010 Interstate Queen title
this year. Since I have just recently decided on this decision, I am a little behind. However, I have full
faith and trust in my ability and all of your support to fundraise enough money to support the competition
we all love so much. I would like to take this opportunity to give out some thanks to my chaperones that
so graciously agreed to support me with my impulsive decision, Tanya Hull, Terri Forslaf, and Kammi
Short. Also I would like to thank my mom, Pam Crosby, and my grandparents, Ted and Shirley Crosby.
Without them I would not even be involved in this lovely sport! Also, a big thanks to everyone that has
already pledged their support to me, I really do appreciate it. I will not let you guys down. I am ready to
go out and be my bubbly happy self and take on this challenge! Let’s make 2010 a year to remember!
All my love,
Ady Shea Crosby
INTERSTATE PRINCESS/QUEEN JANUARY 2010
*Note: Ady decided to run after this was written
Well there is not a lot to report this month except that we still have no princess representing us from
Washington. WE NEED A PRINCESS PLEASE! I know that many of you young people are hesitant on
running this year, but please think about this.
So far this year, our princess has only collected $1,700.00. This is not to say that this amount is
anything to snuff at, as she has gotten many promises from many members to donate in the future so
the amount should go up. I am hoping our Washington members are holding back so they can make a
donation to a Washington princess representative.
$1,700.00 is not enough to run Interstate and we are cutting it close this year anyway.
Interstate needs your help young people! I know that many of you have plans to run in the future
because of school but I would like to encourage you to run sooner. Some times it is easier to run before
college or before you graduate high school or college. Don’t be hesitant as other commitments can get
in the way and you may never run. We have had many young people run while they are still in high
school and while they are still in college or after they graduated from any of the above and sometimes
before they were married. This means you can run when you are 15 years of age and above, but we
need some one to run and help raise money.
Remember that you can get Corporate sponsors easier now early in the year and Interstate has it’s own
web site, (www.interstate games.com), where these sponsors will be listed and/or their ad put on our
web site with links to the sponsors web sites. The Interstate Committee is in hopes that a bigger
sponsor will be more likely to give a sponsorship with this kind of exposure.
Official Sponsorships are $5,000.00
Name/logo on program cover, Inside back cover of the Interstate program, Name/logo on the next
available embroider able/stamp able award, Name/logo on Flag cans , (set of six), 8 pages of ads in
program, Corporate banners (provided by sponsors) in arena, Sponsor Buckle.
$1,500.00 Championship Awards Sponsor
Name on fender of 2 Hi-point saddles or
Name on Fenders of Queen saddle or
Name placed on 32 Reserve Championship awards or
Name placed on 32 Third place awards
Two full pages of advertising in Official Program (both sides), One 2’x3’ Championship Banner
(provided by Interstate), Corporate banner (provided by sponsor), in arena, Vendor Space.
$750.00 Bronze Sponsorship
Judge/Timer Vests or Reader Boards or magnetic trailer sign, Two full pages in program, Announcement
during the show, One 2’x3’ Bronze Sponsorship banner (provided by Interstate), One 2’ x 3’ banner in
the arena (provided by sponsor), Vendor Space.
These are just a few examples of Sponsorships and what that sponsor will receive. There are smaller
money increments available. Also, remember that sponsor will be on the Interstate web site
for these larger amounts with a link to their own web site.
Remember there are many of us that will be happy to help you if you need it. It is not just your parents
responsibility to help you it is all the riders too.
WE WILL BACK YOU. WE JUST NEED YOU AND YOUR HELP.
Jackie
Contact People: Queen contest Coordinator
Suzie Kennell, 503-65806356, email, suzie.mike@verizon.net
Washington Interstate Committee Members
Lesa Bland, t09-782-1461, email, lbland@televar.com
Shannon Fadden/Davis, 509-662-1145, email, gogetabz@genext.net
Jackie Little, 425-432-4228, email, little horses_13@msn.com
Krystal Sweetser, 360-825-6257, email, sonny153@aol.com
STATE FINALS
Hi all, I don’t have much to update as this time of year is pretty low key. I had planned on attending the
show at the Trails but Ruby lost a shoe and was pretty sore so I had to opt out. Kind of lost interest in
riding for a few weeks so, am trying to get motivated to start up again. I keep saying, no hurry it is only
January. Next thing you know it will be March and pedal to medal to get ready for the season. I would
like to mention of couple of things close to my heart.
First the tragic loss of Jags Super Jet “Soupy” will leave a huge void for me in our “Super Senior B” age
group. Over the past few years it has been such a pleasure and honor to compete with Nancy and Dan
on such a great horse. A great champion will be surely missed.
On a more positive note M.J. Franks is having surgery on her knee the 17th of March in hopes of getting
her back in the saddle. When I had this news my first thoughts were of course very happy for M.J., but
my second thought was what saddle she would be back into. She has assured me Ruby Red is in good
hands and there is no problem with me continuing to compete on her. Thanks M.J. and we wish you
good luck with your surgery.
I believe I have the two Hi Point saddles sponsored but not officially confirmed so will update you in
February. I have spoken with Amber Moore and she will once again be providing the Individual Event
age group Championship Awards. Please refer to the sponsorship forms included in this edition of the
newsletter as we do need everyone’s help to solicit support for our show. I am sure Barb Short has
baked many a cookie in her endeavors. Thanks in advance for those who attempt and or are successful
in acquiring this funding.
As I stated in our last news letter State Finals will be a jack pot show. To further clarify, this means a
portion of the rider fees we pay all year will be allotted to each event once we have the budget which can
now be figured after the last show of the season. I don’t see assigning a specific point value to each
placing but rather having a designated dollar amount for each event with a percentage going to each
placing. If 6 places are not awarded the money will be divided by the actual number of placings. I am
hopeful this will give the riders the best opportunity to compete for the money raised in our 2010
season. Any money received from the riders $10.00 per event sponsorships will be considered “added
money” above and beyond the ride fee monies. As of today there is and extra $70 added money in the
Super Senior B classes. I will update each month as money is received.
Again if you have any input please drop me an email. suem.johnson@comcast.net
Sue
NOOKSACK VALLEY RIDERS
Happy New Year to All!! I hope you all had lots of fun over the holidays. Let’s see what has our club
been up to lately? We have been “laying pretty low” as the saying is, but looking at the calendar it seems
it is time to start riding those horses again. We have a few fun shows coming up at the Lynden Indoor
Arena on Sat. Feb. 6; Sun. Mar. 7; and Sun. Apr. 11. I am not sure of the start times, but you can
check the website to see the details. The Nooksackers are sponsoring a Pat Wyse Clinic on March 17-
21, and we ride at the Lynden Indoor Arena almost every Friday night from now through the middle of
April. We are working on getting our summer show dates all set. As far as I know, the following dates
have been confirmed with the arena owners and will more than likely take place: April 24&25 at Doug
and Karen Crabtree; May 15&16 at Sumas; June 5&6 at Sumas; June 26&27 at Larry and Laura
Plagerman; July 10&11 at Plagerman’s; and July 31& Aug 1 at Plagerman’s. Don’t take these dates as
“written in stone” just keep watching the website. Other than that I really can’t think of much to say—
I’m not Larry you know, and with everybody on facebook everyone knows everything before me, so I
think I will just sign off for now and see if next month is more exciting.
Laura Plagerman
Nooksack Valley Riders
I was stupid, again. Hopefully my mistake will save you from making the same: were it not for the GFI,
or ground-fault circuit interrupter outlet, my haphazardness could have resulted in my horse receiving a
deadly electrical shock. During the summer I made some changes to the property, including the location
of water troughs. Unfortunately, I didn’t get around to completing my winter watering setup. When
freezing weather arrived and I plugged in my stock-tank de-icers part of the electric extension cord
running through the pasture was left exposed to the horses.
Indy, my big bay who likes to play with, and put his mouth on, anything he can find, decided to amuse
himself with the cord. He bit down on it. The weather at the time was alternating rain and snow. It took
little effort for Indy’s teeth to touch and expose the wire. Thankfully, since I plugged into a GFI outlet
he only received a brief, minor shock. It could have been worse; like I said I was stupid. An easy fix
was to run the extension cord inside PVC pipe, keep the pipe as hidden as possible, and squirt it with
bitter “No Chew” doggie spray.
Always the character, Indy’s given me much joy for most of his seven years. Last summer he threw a
couple of quick tantrums, the power of such left me lying flat on the ground. Since then I’ve been telling
him I was upset with him for hurting me, and it was his job to keep me safe — plus he got more
professional training from my neighbor.
Well, I’m not sure if it was my firm words, or the training, or both. But for the first time last week Indy
didn’t react by springing up, down and sideways when I put my foot in the stirrup in an attempt to climb
in the saddle with a loose cinch. As the saddle slipped to his side I saw him plant his feet firmly on the
ground, and with a resolved look which seem to say, “I’m standing still so she won’t fall.” Either that or
he was too shocked to move after taking a bite out of the electrical cord.
Karen
PRESIDENT'S MESSAGE
Happy New Year, holly cow (Elaine Weinz favorite expression) it is hard to believe that it is 2010. Just
writing it doesn’t seem right.
I am very excited to let you in on some news that I just received today, Ady Crosby has declared that
she is running for 2010 Interstate Princess this year. She has a great support crew and we need to
help her out as much as we can. Her e-mail address is crosbya3@students.wwu.edu, contact her and
pledge your sponsorship now. More information in the newsletter from Ady, so keep reading.
Thank you to the Rules Committee and Dave Fosnaugh for taking their free time to make sure the
rule book is as correct as possible. We have gone through it with a fine tooth comb and are feeling
pretty smug about printing the 2010 rule book. They should be ready the beginning of February. If you
are in need of a timers/judges clinic, contact Kirk Weinz, chairman. kweinz@modsewer.com. All
current PSHA judges will receive a free rulebook insert. To receive one you need to show your
current judges card to a rules committee person or an officer to receive your free insert.
Appleatchee Riders have approved show dates in. Where are yours? Members are asking me about our
show calendar, help me out with information and get your dates in.
2010 officers added; Laura Plagerman is our West Side Vice President and I have asked Jackie Little
to be our Interstate Princess coordinator, not to be confused with chaperone. Obviously she has done a
great job already, because we now have a candidate.
New Forms on the Web. If you go to our website and find the forms section you will see that I have
changed the Rider Registration Form. Remember you need to only fill this out if you add a horse or
make any change to your address and send to Terri Forslof, Timeskeeper. Sue Johnson has created a
great Sponsorship Introduction letter to be taken to businesses for State Finals Sponsorship. Often
times the person you need to speak to is not in and you can leave the information for their viewing so
that you can get back to them later. Now is the time to start knocking on those businesses that you
frequent often. What can they say? The 2010 Rule book is posted as well. The WHO Time Sheet
has been created and posted on the web for those riders who may attend an Oregon show.
Well Vince and I haven’t been able to ride much with the ice that has accumulated, but hopefully we can
get more snow to cover it up or more sun to melt it all away. We are celebrating the fact that our
daughter, Erica, has finished college with a degree in Criminal Justice and we no longer have anyone in
college. Yeah….. Take care,
Lesa Bland, lbland@televar.com or 509-782-1461
RULES COMMITTEE
The rules committee met on December 19th to process the rule changes. All changes that were voted on
and passed during the annual meeting have been incorporated into the rule book. Dave Fosnaugh is the
gentleman responsible for providing these changes to the printer. Please take the time to thank Dave for
his time and hard work.
One special note: The Southwest Region proposed a rule change that did pass. This rule states ( Times
from W.H.O. approved games shows are included in averages for P.S.H.A.. Times must be submitted
by the rider on the approved form to the P.S.H.A. timeskeeper. Times must be postmarked within 72
hours except for the last weekend of the riding season when times must be postmarked within 24 hours.
To be accepted 60 cents per ride must be included and either the show steward or show chairman must
initial the form. Forms will be available on the website or upon request from the State office. Times will
not count for Washington State records). There does exist between the two states some differences in
rules. As a result the rules committee found it necessary to add the following statement: THE RULES
COMMITTEE HAS DETERMINED THAT A BATON MUST BE USED IN TEAM POLES.
Thank you,
Kirk Weinz
JUNIOR NEWS
Jr's! I have big plans for you this year!! We have already started the year off with 3 very sucessful Gift
wrapping Fundraisers. Four kids have already raised enough money for their sweatshirts/coats and two
more are half way there. I am still open to any ideas that anyone may have for money raising ideas. I still
need to get an official date but sometime in February at the Country Store in Lynden we are going to run
the concession at their Anniversary sale. I need to get a couple kids to run the stand. Volunteers please!!
I will be sending out an email as soon as I know the official date.
Summer plans:
• Silent Auctions- I'd really like to set up a few auctions at multiple shows this summer. Kids
please get things donated for this.
• Bake Sales and BBQ- I'd like to cordinate a Bake sale with a BBQ at some shows. We can get a
parent to volunteer to "man the BBQ". This would happen at shows that don't already have a concession
stand. Larry's, Sumas, Wenatchee (if the stand isn't open) and North Bend, just to name a few.
• Spaghetti Feed- I have been approached by some parents that are wanting to do this. Let's get it
together!! I think this would be a great way to get everyone "sitting around the table"
• Buy a Junior- This is something that I came up with originally as a joke, but then I kinda liked the
idea...so here goes: Any Junior that wants to be involved can be. Basically you will put yourself up for
auction and whoever buys you gets "ownership" of you for a day at a show. They can do whatever they
want with you. Make you wear silly outfits, make you brush and saddle their horse, make you feed for
them. I was thinking we'd sell Juniors Friday night at State Finals and then they have Saturday or Sunday
to "serve" whoever bought them. This could be extremly funny!!
• Barrel Race- I thougt that we might be able to co-sanction a 4D barrel race with NBHA or BRND
at one of the Sedro Woolley Shows this summer and have the Juniors help run the race and in return be
able to get part of the proceeds. We would have to run it after the regular PSHA show, so it would be a
night race.
I would love to hear from anyone with ideas, comments, questions. I want everyone to be involved and
enjoy what we are doing this year!! You can find me on Facebook, myspace, or email me at
barrel_racer101@hotmail.com. I am super excited about this year!! Also, if anyone is interested in being
a Pennisula rep. please get a hold of myself or Kortney Todd.
I don't know about you guys but I am ready for Summer!!!
Kelsey
RUNNING FOR INTERSTATE PRINCESS
Hello All! As some of you may have heard, I am going to be running for the 2010 Interstate Queen title
this year. Since I have just recently decided on this decision, I am a little behind. However, I have full
faith and trust in my ability and all of your support to fundraise enough money to support the competition
we all love so much. I would like to take this opportunity to give out some thanks to my chaperones that
so graciously agreed to support me with my impulsive decision, Tanya Hull, Terri Forslaf, and Kammi
Short. Also I would like to thank my mom, Pam Crosby, and my grandparents, Ted and Shirley Crosby.
Without them I would not even be involved in this lovely sport! Also, a big thanks to everyone that has
already pledged their support to me, I really do appreciate it. I will not let you guys down. I am ready to
go out and be my bubbly happy self and take on this challenge! Let’s make 2010 a year to remember!
All my love,
Ady Shea Crosby
INTERSTATE PRINCESS/QUEEN JANUARY 2010
*Note: Ady decided to run after this was written
Well there is not a lot to report this month except that we still have no princess representing us from
Washington. WE NEED A PRINCESS PLEASE! I know that many of you young people are hesitant on
running this year, but please think about this.
So far this year, our princess has only collected $1,700.00. This is not to say that this amount is
anything to snuff at, as she has gotten many promises from many members to donate in the future so
the amount should go up. I am hoping our Washington members are holding back so they can make a
donation to a Washington princess representative.
$1,700.00 is not enough to run Interstate and we are cutting it close this year anyway.
Interstate needs your help young people! I know that many of you have plans to run in the future
because of school but I would like to encourage you to run sooner. Some times it is easier to run before
college or before you graduate high school or college. Don’t be hesitant as other commitments can get
in the way and you may never run. We have had many young people run while they are still in high
school and while they are still in college or after they graduated from any of the above and sometimes
before they were married. This means you can run when you are 15 years of age and above, but we
need some one to run and help raise money.
Remember that you can get Corporate sponsors easier now early in the year and Interstate has it’s own
web site, (www.interstate games.com), where these sponsors will be listed and/or their ad put on our
web site with links to the sponsors web sites. The Interstate Committee is in hopes that a bigger
sponsor will be more likely to give a sponsorship with this kind of exposure.
Official Sponsorships are $5,000.00
Name/logo on program cover, Inside back cover of the Interstate program, Name/logo on the next
available embroider able/stamp able award, Name/logo on Flag cans , (set of six), 8 pages of ads in
program, Corporate banners (provided by sponsors) in arena, Sponsor Buckle.
$1,500.00 Championship Awards Sponsor
Name on fender of 2 Hi-point saddles or
Name on Fenders of Queen saddle or
Name placed on 32 Reserve Championship awards or
Name placed on 32 Third place awards
Two full pages of advertising in Official Program (both sides), One 2’x3’ Championship Banner
(provided by Interstate), Corporate banner (provided by sponsor), in arena, Vendor Space.
$750.00 Bronze Sponsorship
Judge/Timer Vests or Reader Boards or magnetic trailer sign, Two full pages in program, Announcement
during the show, One 2’x3’ Bronze Sponsorship banner (provided by Interstate), One 2’ x 3’ banner in
the arena (provided by sponsor), Vendor Space.
These are just a few examples of Sponsorships and what that sponsor will receive. There are smaller
money increments available. Also, remember that sponsor will be on the Interstate web site
for these larger amounts with a link to their own web site.
Remember there are many of us that will be happy to help you if you need it. It is not just your parents
responsibility to help you it is all the riders too.
WE WILL BACK YOU. WE JUST NEED YOU AND YOUR HELP.
Jackie
Contact People: Queen contest Coordinator
Suzie Kennell, 503-65806356, email, suzie.mike@verizon.net
Washington Interstate Committee Members
Lesa Bland, t09-782-1461, email, lbland@televar.com
Shannon Fadden/Davis, 509-662-1145, email, gogetabz@genext.net
Jackie Little, 425-432-4228, email, little horses_13@msn.com
Krystal Sweetser, 360-825-6257, email, sonny153@aol.com
STATE FINALS
Hi all, I don’t have much to update as this time of year is pretty low key. I had planned on attending the
show at the Trails but Ruby lost a shoe and was pretty sore so I had to opt out. Kind of lost interest in
riding for a few weeks so, am trying to get motivated to start up again. I keep saying, no hurry it is only
January. Next thing you know it will be March and pedal to medal to get ready for the season. I would
like to mention of couple of things close to my heart.
First the tragic loss of Jags Super Jet “Soupy” will leave a huge void for me in our “Super Senior B” age
group. Over the past few years it has been such a pleasure and honor to compete with Nancy and Dan
on such a great horse. A great champion will be surely missed.
On a more positive note M.J. Franks is having surgery on her knee the 17th of March in hopes of getting
her back in the saddle. When I had this news my first thoughts were of course very happy for M.J., but
my second thought was what saddle she would be back into. She has assured me Ruby Red is in good
hands and there is no problem with me continuing to compete on her. Thanks M.J. and we wish you
good luck with your surgery.
I believe I have the two Hi Point saddles sponsored but not officially confirmed so will update you in
February. I have spoken with Amber Moore and she will once again be providing the Individual Event
age group Championship Awards. Please refer to the sponsorship forms included in this edition of the
newsletter as we do need everyone’s help to solicit support for our show. I am sure Barb Short has
baked many a cookie in her endeavors. Thanks in advance for those who attempt and or are successful
in acquiring this funding.
As I stated in our last news letter State Finals will be a jack pot show. To further clarify, this means a
portion of the rider fees we pay all year will be allotted to each event once we have the budget which can
now be figured after the last show of the season. I don’t see assigning a specific point value to each
placing but rather having a designated dollar amount for each event with a percentage going to each
placing. If 6 places are not awarded the money will be divided by the actual number of placings. I am
hopeful this will give the riders the best opportunity to compete for the money raised in our 2010
season. Any money received from the riders $10.00 per event sponsorships will be considered “added
money” above and beyond the ride fee monies. As of today there is and extra $70 added money in the
Super Senior B classes. I will update each month as money is received.
Again if you have any input please drop me an email. suem.johnson@comcast.net
Sue
NOOKSACK VALLEY RIDERS
Happy New Year to All!! I hope you all had lots of fun over the holidays. Let’s see what has our club
been up to lately? We have been “laying pretty low” as the saying is, but looking at the calendar it seems
it is time to start riding those horses again. We have a few fun shows coming up at the Lynden Indoor
Arena on Sat. Feb. 6; Sun. Mar. 7; and Sun. Apr. 11. I am not sure of the start times, but you can
check the website to see the details. The Nooksackers are sponsoring a Pat Wyse Clinic on March 17-
21, and we ride at the Lynden Indoor Arena almost every Friday night from now through the middle of
April. We are working on getting our summer show dates all set. As far as I know, the following dates
have been confirmed with the arena owners and will more than likely take place: April 24&25 at Doug
and Karen Crabtree; May 15&16 at Sumas; June 5&6 at Sumas; June 26&27 at Larry and Laura
Plagerman; July 10&11 at Plagerman’s; and July 31& Aug 1 at Plagerman’s. Don’t take these dates as
“written in stone” just keep watching the website. Other than that I really can’t think of much to say—
I’m not Larry you know, and with everybody on facebook everyone knows everything before me, so I
think I will just sign off for now and see if next month is more exciting.
Laura Plagerman
Nooksack Valley Riders
Interstate Princess Ady Crosby
Hello All! My name is Ady Shea Crosby, and I am very excited to be representing
this fabulous sport through running for Interstate Queen! I am going to put my
heart and soul into this competition and do my best to positively advertise this sport
that we all love so much. I have been riding literally since I was born when my
mom, Pam Crosby, would strap me to her back and take me for a ride. However, I
have been involved in PSHA for 8 years now, and I have loved every second of it.
The rush, the excitement, the good company, and the support we all have for once
another. I am proud to say that I am involved with the gaming genre of
horsemanship!
This year I will be turning 20, and finishing up my sophomore year at Western
Washington University. As of now, I am planning on double majoring in Sociology
and Archeological Anthropology with a minor in women’s studies. I plan on
studying abroad in South Africa sometime next year, hopefully getting involved with
real archeological digs and volunteer work in either orphanages or wildlife
conservation. If all goes well I will graduate in 2012 or 2013.
Unfortunately, I lost my horse Sonny in February 2009 due to colic, so I have been
leasing different horses the past two years. This year I will be riding Lacy, my 17
year old palomino mare. Other then PSHA, I have been involved in O Mok See’s,
4H, WAHSET, and this year I hope to branch out to even more gaming circuits and
recruit others to come see what we do. When I am not riding, going to school,
studying, or working my part time job, I like to read, crochet, dance, sing, hike, be
around friends, and laugh. I am a very happy enthusiastic person, and I honestly am
so thrilled to have the honor of representing and uniting both great states of Oregon
and Washington.
I really do appreciate all of your support and help as I try my hardest to make this
year the best yet. I hope I do you all proud on my quest for Interstate Queen! Good
luck, ride tough, have fun, support one another, and do your best!
Love,
Princess Ady Crosby!
this fabulous sport through running for Interstate Queen! I am going to put my
heart and soul into this competition and do my best to positively advertise this sport
that we all love so much. I have been riding literally since I was born when my
mom, Pam Crosby, would strap me to her back and take me for a ride. However, I
have been involved in PSHA for 8 years now, and I have loved every second of it.
The rush, the excitement, the good company, and the support we all have for once
another. I am proud to say that I am involved with the gaming genre of
horsemanship!
This year I will be turning 20, and finishing up my sophomore year at Western
Washington University. As of now, I am planning on double majoring in Sociology
and Archeological Anthropology with a minor in women’s studies. I plan on
studying abroad in South Africa sometime next year, hopefully getting involved with
real archeological digs and volunteer work in either orphanages or wildlife
conservation. If all goes well I will graduate in 2012 or 2013.
Unfortunately, I lost my horse Sonny in February 2009 due to colic, so I have been
leasing different horses the past two years. This year I will be riding Lacy, my 17
year old palomino mare. Other then PSHA, I have been involved in O Mok See’s,
4H, WAHSET, and this year I hope to branch out to even more gaming circuits and
recruit others to come see what we do. When I am not riding, going to school,
studying, or working my part time job, I like to read, crochet, dance, sing, hike, be
around friends, and laugh. I am a very happy enthusiastic person, and I honestly am
so thrilled to have the honor of representing and uniting both great states of Oregon
and Washington.
I really do appreciate all of your support and help as I try my hardest to make this
year the best yet. I hope I do you all proud on my quest for Interstate Queen! Good
luck, ride tough, have fun, support one another, and do your best!
Love,
Princess Ady Crosby!