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Cow Horse Extravaganza Series Wraps Up with Fun Finale

Trevor Steed works a cow during the ranch horse exhibition.

Jupiter, FL – October 30, 2014 – Steed Training’s goal for their Cow Horse Extravaganza series was to put on family friendly events that brought the community out to experience the excitement of reined cow horse competition, and their success was evident at the final event of the season. Spectators, sponsors and supporters gathered on Saturday, Oct. 25, to watch the ranch horse exhibition, listen to live music and enjoy a barbeque dinner.

The exhibition was held alongside a cow horse play day, which drew riders of all experience levels out to Golden L Ranch in Jupiter, Florida, to run through reining patterns and work cows in a laidback environment. Zeus the zebra, who has been trained by Rick Steed, greeted visitors to the ranch as they arrived.

Reverend Marcia MacNeal, a non-denominational minister from the Center for Spiritual Living of the Palm Beaches, was on hand for the Blessing of the Animals. Visitors brought their horses and pets for the touching ceremony.

Erin O’Brien, a former international trick rider, barrel racer and team roper, carried the American flag out for the singing of the national anthem. She was dressed in a beautiful red, white and blue outfit.

“I think this is the greatest family event,” O’Brien said. “I was thrilled to come out and carry Old Glory. There’s so much camaraderie, and it’s so all-American. You don’t get this anymore. Rick Steed and his wife Toni are the most gracious hosts, and Rick has the patience of a saint with children.”

The series finale showed plenty of Halloween spirit, with young riders dressing in costume to perform reining freestyles. Spectators cheered on Batman and the others as they showed off spins and sliding stops.

Rick and Trevor Steed led the way in demonstrating ranch horse competition. Debbie Hall provided commentary, giving the spectators insight into the sport as she explained what the riders’ goals were in each phase and what the judge would be looking for. Hall has been involved with Horse Show by Appointment since the organization began, and she judged several of the summer exhibitions.

Zeus the zebra, trained by Rick Steed, posed for selfies with visitors
Zeus the zebra, trained by Rick Steed, posed for selfies with visitors

“These events have been really great for opening up the Western world to those who aren’t traditionally part of it,” Hall said. “They’re great family events.”

Announcer Bubba Dunn agreed.

“We had a kid today who has only been riding since March, and he did great,” Dunn said. “What makes events are the people, and the people here are wonderful. They enjoy coming out and spending time together.”

Liz Olszewski, Director and Founder of Horses Healing Hearts, was on hand to represent the charitable organization, which helps children in families suffering from substance abuse by connecting them with horses. Olszewski, a dressage rider, also had a chance to try her hand at riding a cowhorse.

“Our goal here today was just to spread the word and get exposure,” Olszewski said. “We have been in existence for five years, and we are serving 49 kids now.”

“From a rider’s perspective, this was so cool,” she added. “I was telling people, ‘Thank God I don’t have money; I’d be buying one of these horses!’ I’ve had it on my bucket list, and to be able to come out and have this experience locally was a real treat.”

Singer and guitarist Tom Blake provided musical entertainment throughout the afternoon, performing classic country tunes as well as original songs. He said he was happy to be part of the event.

“It’s nice to be a part of real Western riding, being a country music singer and loving country music,” Blake said. “It’s great to play in front of my peers. Rick is awesome – I had a polo pony in training with him, and we became friends.”

Andres Sanchez, who competes in HSBA events alongside his two young daughters, generously provided food for the exhibition series.

“My daughters are 7 and 10 and have been riding for about two years now, and my wife helps out with the cow return,” Sanchez said. “The girls love it. There are a lot of children getting involved now, and they’re having a ball.”

Sanchez’ wife, Tracy, said the family friendly atmosphere at every event put on by Steed Training and HSBA is a big draw. She feels that her daughters have learned respect and commitment from their involvement with horses, and she does her best to spread the word and introduce others to Rick Steed’s events.

“This is life for us, but our daughters’ friends know nothing about it,” she said. “So for each show, we try to bring one of their friends along so they can get a taste of it. What’s really great is the excitement of the next generation that’s coming up.”

The Cow Horse Extravaganza series has drawn a great deal of sponsorship support, and Steed Training and HSBA are grateful to all those who have stepped up and contributed to the events.

While the Cow Horse Extravaganza summer series is coming to an end, things are just heating up for Steed Training as they prepare to open an additional facility in Loxahatchee Groves, FL, less than 10 miles from the center of Wellington. Once complete, it will be a top-notch venue for reined cow horse competitors and other Western riders. The new facility, including a state-of-the-art arena complete with lighting, will open in January and allow Steed Training to build on their commitment to bringing Western riding to the Wellington area.

HSBA Reined Cow Horse Experience

If the Cow Horse Extravaganza leaves you wanting to get in the saddle yourself, Steed Training has the perfect solution: the HSBA Reined Cow Horse Experience. Rick and Trevor Steed welcome groups to their Jupiter location – and, as soon as it opens, their new Loxahatchee Groves location just minutes from Wellington – for a day of immersion in the reined cow horse discipline.

Riders of all levels, from complete beginner to seasoned professional, can learn the ropes from a well-schooled cow horse and feel the rush of working a cow under the expert guidance of the Steed Training team. Kick back and relax with a limo ride to the farm from surrounding towns. Steed Training can also bring the Reined Cow Horse Experience to your farm in the South Florida area. Contact Rick Steed at (772) 263-6830 or Tom DiRocco at (561) 371-4997 for more information.

About Horse Show by Appointment

Horse Show by Appointment’s fresh approach to reined cow horse competition was an unprecedented success in its first season, and now HSBA is back for a second year. HSBA aims to make showing “Fun, Fair, and Affordable” for competitors. To accommodate those traveling long distances to show and help busy riders fit showing in at their convenience, HSBA allows riders to reserve their own ride times in advance. This cuts down on usual travel expenses such as stall rentals and hotels and encourages competitors to make the trip and join in the fun.

Each HSBA series includes four shows. Riders who compete at three out of the four shows earn a place in the annual Championship Finals, which offer over $100,000 in cash and prizes. Competitors may also qualify for the Finals in absentia by simply sending in entries and payment to each of the four shows.

Visit www.showbyappointment.com for information and updates on HSBA shows. Check out HSBA on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/ShowByAppointment.

Mary Adelaide Brakenridge for Phelps Media Group, Inc. International

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Come Out for the Cow Horse Extravaganza Series Finale in Jupiter This Weekend

Cow Horse Extravaganza at Golden L Ranch. Photos by Carrie Wirth.

Jupiter, FL – October 23, 2014 – Don’t miss the final event of the season in Steed Training and Horse Show by Appointment’s popular series! Get your boots on and come out Saturday afternoon, Oct. 25, for the family friendly Western exhibition. Learn about the exciting discipline of ranch horse riding and ranch horse competitions, which demand versatility and quick thinking from horse and rider.

Admission is free to the event at Golden L Ranch in Jupiter, FL, and spectators will have plenty to keep them entertained. While talented horses and riders show off their skills, expert commentary will be provided to give the audience insight into the challenges of the sport. Add in a variety of vendors, live music, and a barbeque, and the Cow Horse Extravaganza is an easy choice for a fun afternoon out with the family.

Singer/guitarist Tom Blake, a professional polo player, will be performing country classics and original songs throughout the day beginning at 1 p.m. Bring the family – and wear your cowboy hats – to enjoy the music and socialize in a casual, fun atmosphere. Steed Training will welcome Reverend Marcia MacLean, a non-denominational minister from the Center for Spiritual Living of the Palm Beaches, to honor horses and pets with the Blessing of the Animals at 3 p.m. Spectators are invited to bring their pets to be blessed as part of this touching ceremony.

The ranch horse exhibition will take place from 4-6 p.m., with the national anthem at 4 p.m. Steed Training is proud to welcome Erin O’Brien, a former international trick rider, barrel racer and team roper who will bring in the American flag. O’Brien, known as “the patriotic cowgirl,” has carried Old Glory for polo matches, horse shows and rodeos throughout the country following 9/11.

Trevor Steed
Trevor Steed

During the exhibition, ranch horses will demonstrate their ability by working with and without cattle in a variety of situations, proving they have what it takes to excel at the daily tasks of ranch life. Accomplished trainers Trevor and Rick Steed of Steed Training will lead the way in showcasing the sport. A carded judge will be on hand to assess the performances for the benefit of riders and spectators.

There will also be food available from 4-6 p.m. – B.Y.O.B. and something to put on the BBQ!

Alongside the Oct. 25 exhibition in Jupiter, Steed Training will offer a Reined Cow Horse Play Day from 8 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. For a small fee of $35 per entry, the arena will be open to riders who want to run through their reining patterns and practice working a cow in this relaxed, low-stakes environment. Steed Training is happy to make their highly schooled horses available to riders who are unable to bring their own. Contact Susan Shelly at (561) 305-1432 to sign up.

While the Cow Horse Extravaganza summer series is coming to an end, things are just heating up for Steed Training as they prepare to open an additional facility in Loxahatchee Groves, FL, less than 10 miles from the center of Wellington. Once complete, it will be a top-notch venue for reined cow horse competitors and other Western riders. The new facility, including a state-of-the-art arena complete with lighting, will open in January and allow Steed Training to build on their commitment to bringing Western riding to the Wellington area.

Expert horsemen Trevor and Rick Steed operate Steed Training to help horses and riders achieve their best. Steed Training’s services are in high demand among riders and competitors who value the team’s decades of experience and wealth of knowledge. Although Rick and Trevor are best known for their expertise in Western riding, high-goal polo players are among those from other disciplines who send their horses to the Steeds to benefit from their intuitive and effective training skills.

Working alongside Rick and Trevor as part of the Steed Training team are Tom DiRocco, Marketing Director and Event Coordinator, and Susan Shelly, Sponsorship Director. Steed Training is committed to bringing Western to Southeast Florida while also giving back to the local community through charitable efforts. For the Oct. 25, Steed Training is proud to welcome Horses Healing Hearts, a charitable organization that helps children in families suffering from substance abuse.

The Cow Horse Extravaganza is supported by many generous sponsors whose contributions are key to the events’ success – contact Susan Shelly at (561) 305-1432 to learn about sponsorship opportunities.

HSBA Reined Cow Horse Experience

If the Cow Horse Extravaganza leaves you wanting to get in the saddle yourself, Steed Training has the perfect solution: the HSBA Reined Cow Horse Experience. Rick and Trevor Steed welcome groups to their Jupiter location – and, as soon as it opens, their new Loxahatchee Groves location just minutes from Wellington – for a day of immersion in the reined cow horse discipline.

Riders of all levels, from complete beginner to seasoned professional, can learn the ropes from a well-schooled cow horse and feel the rush of working a cow under the expert guidance of the Steed Training team. Kick back and relax with a limo ride to the farm from surrounding towns. Steed Training can also bring the Reined Cow Horse Experience to your farm in the South Florida area. Contact Rick Steed at (772) 263-6830 or Tom DiRocco at (561) 371-4997 for more information.

Steed Training Cow Horse Extravaganza Fast Facts

Steed Training and HSBA are bringing the family-friendly Cow Horse Extravaganza to the Golden L Ranch in Jupiter, FL. Each event showcases talented riders and horses in different Western disciplines and offers a casual, welcoming environment for spectators of all ages. Dress to fit the Western theme and bring along your dog to join in the festivities. The Cow Horse Extravaganza is FREE to spectators!

Oct. 25 – Ranch Horse:
8 a.m.-3:30 p.m. Reined Cow Horse Play Day
1 p.m. Music by Tom Blake begins
3 p.m. Blessing of the Animals
4 p.m. National Anthem
4-6 p.m. Exhibition

Event Contact:
Thomas DiRocco
thomasdirocco@hotmail.com
Phone: 561.371.4997

Location:
Golden L Ranch
11334 172nd Pl N
Jupiter, FL 33478

Directions:
Take exit 116 from the Florida Turnpike or 87B from I-95. Go west on Indiantown Rd (FL-706 W) for 3.3 miles from the Turnpike or 3.8 miles from I-95. Turn left onto 111th Terrace N/Rocky Pines Rd and continue for .8 miles. The road turns right and becomes 172nd Place N. Golden L Ranch is on your left shortly after the turn.

About Horse Show by Appointment

Horse Show by Appointment’s fresh approach to reined cow horse competition was an unprecedented success in its first season, and now HSBA is back for a second year. HSBA aims to make showing “Fun, Fair, and Affordable” for competitors. To accommodate those traveling long distances to show and help busy riders fit showing in at their convenience, HSBA allows riders to reserve their own ride times in advance. This cuts down on usual travel expenses such as stall rentals and hotels and encourages competitors to make the trip and join in the fun.

Each HSBA series includes four shows. Riders who compete at three out of the four shows earn a place in the annual Championship Finals, which offer over $100,000 in cash and prizes. Competitors may also qualify for the Finals in absentia by simply sending in entries and payment to each of the four shows.

Visit www.showbyappointment.com for information and updates on HSBA shows. Check out HSBA on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/ShowByAppointment.

Mary Adelaide Brakenridge for Phelps Media Group, Inc. International

MEDIA CONTACT:
Phelps Media Group, Inc.
12230 Forest Hill Blvd.
Suite 214
Wellington, FL 33414
561-753-3389 (phone)
561-753-3386 (fax)
pmginfo@phelpsmediagroup.com
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Steed Training’s Cow Horse Extravaganza Showcases Herd Work and Team Sorting

The HSBA Cow Horse Extravaganza featured herd work and team sorting. Photos by Carrie Wirth.

Jupiter, FL – October 3, 2014 – On Saturday, Sept. 27, some of the best cow horses in South Florida converged at Golden L Ranch for another edition of the Cow Horse Extravaganza, produced by Steed Training and Horse Show by Appointment (HSBA). The crowd was treated to a spectacular demonstration of herd work and team sorting, a barbeque and the music of Tom Blake.

Steed Training and HSBA are grateful for the strong support their events have received from sponsors, who have enjoyed getting in on the excitement and supporting the family-friendly exhibitions.

“It’s a fun thing for families on the weekend,” said Joe O’Bannon, a sponsor of the event through his J&R Outfitters and a skilled participant with two mounts in the herd work exhibition. “The more people get into riding, the more they enjoy it. It’s just good clean fun.”

The day kicked off with a reined cow horse play day at 8 a.m., giving riders a chance to practice for competitions in a relaxed setting. Then at 3 p.m., Rev. Marcia L. McLean led the group in a blessing of the animals.

“This is an opportunity to acknowledge them and give thanks for the animals,” said Rev. McLean.  “Also, to pledge to take care of them­­ – to hold up our end of the bargain in the relationship and to do the same for their wild counterparts by protecting the environment. Also, to allow them to teach us and be wonderful models of how to be present, how to listen, how to care no matter what ­- and not hold back.”

Next, brothers Rick and Trevor Steed of Steed Training wowed the crowd with herd work. In herd work, a small herd stays in the arena. The horse and rider have three opportunities to separate a single cow and drive him across the arena, keeping him away from the herd. The round with each cow ends when the cow turns his back to the rider. A great cow horse anticipates the moves of the cow and has a desire to work with the cow. The riders remain very still and cue their horses with extreme subtlety.

“The herd work itself is actually the stem of all of the cow horses, and it was developed from the old days where someone had to sort a cow out of a herd to doctor them, to part them or sell them,” Rick Steed explained. “A horse that can hold a cow out, pull a cow out and hold it, and not let it back in the herd was very desirable. We’ve turned it into a sport now where the horses are actually really fancy.”

Trevor Steed
Trevor Steed

He noted that the competition reined cow horse of today has an easier life. Because the competition horse doesn’t work all day on the range, they can put their energy into each category of competition. A number of horse and rider combinations of all ages had the opportunity to demonstrate their skills at herd work, with an engaged crowd to cheer them on.

Steed introduced Mike Grier from Palm City, FL, who announced the team sorting exhibition. Grier is a former world champion in team sorting. He explained that in this event, a small herd of numbered cows is led into a round pen. The announcer calls out the number of the first cow to be moved. Paired horse-and-rider teams attempt to remove that cow from the pen. Then, they try to remove as many as possible one by one in numerical order against the clock. One rider remains at the pen opening, and the other rider attempts to separate the cow and cut him out.

Spectators appreciated the opportunity to socialize and kick back while watching demonstrations of these two challenging events. Steed Training’s Cow Horse Extravaganza will return for its series finale, Ranch Horse, on Oct. 25 in Jupiter at Golden L Ranch. The Cow Horse Extravaganza is supported by many generous sponsors whose contributions are key to the events’ success – contact Susan Shelly at (561) 305-1432 to learn about sponsorship opportunities.

In January, Steed Training will open an additional facility in Loxahatchee Groves, FL, less than 10 miles from the center of Wellington. Once complete, it will be a top-notch venue for reined cow horse and other Western disciplines with ample seating for spectators and the capability to host arena polo as well.

HSBA Reined Cow Horse Experience

If the Cow Horse Extravaganza leaves you wanting to get in the saddle yourself, Steed Training has the perfect solution: the HSBA Reined Cow Horse Experience. Rick and Trevor Steed welcome groups to their Jupiter location – and, as soon as it opens, their new Loxahatchee Groves location just minutes from Wellington – for a day of immersion in the reined cow horse discipline.

Riders of all levels, from complete beginner to seasoned professional, can learn the ropes from a well-schooled cow horse and feel the rush of working a cow under the expert guidance of the Steed Training team. Kick back and relax with a limo ride to the farm from surrounding towns. Steed Training can also bring the Reined Cow Horse Experience to your farm in the South Florida area. Contact Rick Steed at (772) 263-6830 or Tom DiRocco at (561) 371-4997 for more information.

Steed Training Cow Horse Extravaganza Fast Facts

Steed Training and HSBA are bringing the family-friendly Cow Horse Extravaganza to the Golden L Ranch in Jupiter, FL. Each event showcases talented riders and horses in different Western disciplines and offers a casual, welcoming environment for spectators of all ages. Dress to fit the Western theme and bring along your dog to join in the festivities. The Cow Horse Extravaganza is FREE to spectators!

Oct. 25 – Ranch Horse

Event Contact:
Thomas DiRocco
thomasdirocco@hotmail.com
Phone: 561.371.4997

Location:
Golden L Ranch
11334 172nd Pl N
Jupiter, FL 33478

Directions:
Take exit 116 from the Florida Turnpike or 87B from I-95. Go west on Indiantown Rd (FL-706 W) for 3.3 miles from the Turnpike or 3.8 miles from I-95. Turn left onto 111th Terrace N/Rocky Pines Rd and continue for .8 miles. The road turns right and becomes 172nd Place N. Golden L Ranch is on your left shortly after the turn.

About Horse Show by Appointment

Horse Show by Appointment’s fresh approach to reined cow horse competition was an unprecedented success in its first season, and now HSBA is back for a second year. HSBA aims to make showing “Fun, Fair, and Affordable” for competitors. To accommodate those traveling long distances to show and help busy riders fit showing in at their convenience, HSBA allows riders to reserve their own ride times in advance. This cuts down on usual travel expenses such as stall rentals and hotels and encourages competitors to make the trip and join in the fun.

Each HSBA series includes four shows. Riders who compete at three out of the four shows earn a place in the annual Championship Finals, which offer over $100,000 in cash and prizes. Competitors may also qualify for the Finals in absentia by simply sending in entries and payment to each of the four shows.

Visit www.showbyappointment.com for information and updates on HSBA shows. Check out HSBA on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/ShowByAppointment.

Mary Adelaide Brakenridge for Phelps Media Group, Inc. International

MEDIA CONTACT:
Phelps Media Group, Inc.
12230 Forest Hill Blvd.
Suite 214
Wellington, FL 33414
561-753-3389 (phone)
561-753-3386 (fax)
pmginfo@phelpsmediagroup.com
www.phelpsmediagroup.com

Bring the Family to the Cow Horse Extravaganza, Returning to Jupiter This Weekend

Trevor Steed and Gunna Miss You. Photo by Kristin Cosentino.

Jupiter, FL – September 25, 2014 – Steed Training and Horse Show By Appointment are making the final preparations for another exciting, family friendly Western exhibition on Saturday, Sept. 27. Spectators are welcome to the free event at Golden L Ranch in Jupiter, FL.

Brothers Trevor and Rick Steed of Steed Training will lead the way in showcasing team sorting and herd work, which require quick reactions and close communication as horses and riders work with a herd of cattle. The exhibition runs from 4-6 p.m.

The event will showcase what Steed Training has to offer as they prepare to open an additional facility in Loxahatchee Groves, FL, less than 10 miles from the center of Wellington. Once complete, it will be a top-notch venue for reined cow horse and other Western disciplines with ample seating for spectators and the capability to host arena polo as well. The front of the property will be set up to provide a relaxing park environment with a lake view, picnic tables and fire pits. The new facility will allow Steed Training to expand their geographical reach to the Wellington and Loxahatchee areas while continuing to operate in Jupiter.

Expert horsemen Trevor and Rick Steed operate Steed Training to help horses and riders achieve their best. Steed Training’s services are in high demand among riders and competitors who value the team’s decades of experience and wealth of knowledge. Although Rick and Trevor are best known for their expertise in Western riding, high-goal polo players are among those from other disciplines who send their horses to the Steeds to benefit from their intuitive and effective training skills.

Working alongside Rick and Trevor as part of the Steed Training team are Tom DiRocco, Marketing Director and Event Coordinator, and Susan Shelly, Sponsorship Director. Steed Training is committed to bringing Western to Southeast Florida while also giving back to the local community through charitable efforts.

Rick Steed and High Dollar perform bridleless at the August exhibition in Jupiter. Photo by Catherine Zachariadis
Rick Steed and High Dollar perform bridleless at the August exhibition in Jupiter. Photo by Catherine Zachariadis

On the day of the exhibition in Jupiter, Steed Training will offer a Reined Cow Horse Play Day from 8 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. For a small fee, the arena will be open to riders who want to run through their reining patterns and practice working a cow in a relaxed, low-stakes environment. Contact Susan Shelly at (561) 305-1432 to sign up.

Professional polo player and singer/guitarist Tom Blake will be performing throughout the day beginning at 1 p.m. Bring the family to enjoy the music, watch the demonstrations, and socialize in a casual, fun atmosphere. There will also be food available on a first-come, first-served basis from 4-6 p.m. – B.Y.O.B. and something to put on the BBQ!

The event will also feature a Blessing of the Animals at 3 p.m. and raffles to support Omega Equine Rescue.

Steed Training’s Cow Horse Extravaganza will return for its series finale, Ranch Horse, on Oct. 25 in Jupiter at Golden L Ranch. The Cow Horse Extravaganza is supported by many generous sponsors whose contributions are key to the events’ success – contact Susan Shelly at (561) 305-1432 to learn about sponsorship opportunities.

HSBA Reined Cow Horse Experience

If the Cow Horse Extravaganza leaves you wanting to get in the saddle yourself, Steed Training has the perfect solution: the HSBA Reined Cow Horse Experience. Rick and Trevor Steed welcome groups to their Jupiter location – and, as soon as it opens, their new Loxahatchee Groves location just minutes from Wellington – for a day of immersion in the reined cow horse discipline.

Riders of all levels, from complete beginner to seasoned professional, can learn the ropes from a well-schooled cow horse and feel the rush of working a cow under the expert guidance of the Steed Training team. Kick back and relax with a limo ride to the farm from surrounding towns. Steed Training can also bring the Reined Cow Horse Experience to your farm in the South Florida area. Contact Rick Steed at (772) 263-6830 or Tom DiRocco at (561) 371-4997 for more information.

Steed Training Cow Horse Extravaganza Fast Facts

Steed Training and HSBA are bringing the family-friendly Cow Horse Extravaganza to the Golden L Ranch in Jupiter, FL. Each event showcases talented riders and horses in different Western disciplines and offers a casual, welcoming environment for spectators of all ages. Dress to fit the Western theme and bring along your dog to join in the festivities. The Cow Horse Extravaganza is FREE to spectators!

Sept. 27 – Team Sorting/Herd Work

Oct. 25 – Ranch Horse

Event Contact:
Thomas DiRocco
thomasdirocco@hotmail.com
Phone: 561.371.4997

Location:
Golden L Ranch
11334 172nd Pl N
Jupiter, FL 33478

Directions:
Take exit 116 from the Florida Turnpike or 87B from I-95. Go west on Indiantown Rd (FL-706 W) for 3.3 miles from the Turnpike or 3.8 miles from I-95. Turn left onto 111th Terrace N/Rocky Pines Rd and continue for .8 miles. The road turns right and becomes 172nd Place N. Golden L Ranch is on your left shortly after the turn.

About Horse Show by Appointment

Horse Show by Appointment’s fresh approach to reined cow horse competition was an unprecedented success in its first season, and now HSBA is back for a second year. HSBA aims to make showing “Fun, Fair, and Affordable” for competitors. To accommodate those traveling long distances to show and help busy riders fit showing in at their convenience, HSBA allows riders to reserve their own ride times in advance. This cuts down on usual travel expenses such as stall rentals and hotels and encourages competitors to make the trip and join in the fun.

Each HSBA series includes four shows. Riders who compete at three out of the four shows earn a place in the annual Championship Finals, which offer over $100,000 in cash and prizes. Competitors may also qualify for the Finals in absentia by simply sending in entries and payment to each of the four shows.

Visit www.showbyappointment.com for information and updates on HSBA shows. Check out HSBA on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/ShowByAppointment.

Mary Adelaide Brakenridge for Phelps Media Group, Inc. International

MEDIA CONTACT:
Phelps Media Group, Inc.
12230 Forest Hill Blvd.
Suite 214
Wellington, FL 33414
561-753-3389 (phone)
561-753-3386 (fax)
pmginfo@phelpsmediagroup.com
www.phelpsmediagroup.com

Rick Steed Ropes In Crowd at the Cow Horse Extravaganza in Jupiter

Rick Steed works a cow on Newbie. Photo by Carrie Wirth.

Jupiter, Florida – September 3, 2014 – Steed Training and Horse Shows by Appointment kicked off another fabulous event at the Golden L Ranch in Jupiter, Florida last Saturday, August 30. Steed Training introduced the first leg of the Cow Horse Extravaganza Series to Golden L Ranch, allowing western riders of all levels to test their skills at the Open Reined Cowhorse Play Day. Spectators viewed a special presentation of reined cowhorses while exhibitors ran through reining patterns and practiced boxing, a discipline in which riders maneuver their horses to keep a cow at the short end of the arena.

From 8 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., riders tested their horses in a fun, relaxed environment while receiving individualized training tips from Rick Steed. After a delicious BBQ break, exhibitions from Rick Steed, Trevor Steed and John Ingram wowed the crowd. The Steed brothers showed off their reining patterns and boxing skills, and topped it off by a ride ‘Down the Hairy Fence’, working a cow at top speed down the long side of the arena, but keeping within markers. After a flawless run on High Dollar, Rick dismounted and untacked his horse to perform without a bridle, and then, without a saddle.

The highlight of the family fun event was Rick Steed’s exhibition of boxing a young buffalo. “There probably have been buffalo that have been worked but that’s probably the first one we’ve taken down the fence,” said Steed of his surprise exhibition.

The wild-eyed buffalo was brought out as the grand finale of the Cow Horse Extravaganza. Rick Steed did an exceptional job of working the buffalo, igniting cheers from the crowd.

Rick Steed circles a buffalo. Photo by Catherine Zachariadis
Rick Steed circles a buffalo. Photo by Catherine Zachariadis

“A buffalo is probably 30 percent faster and if you give them any advantage, you can’t stay with them,” Steed said. “It is a riot. Cowhorse is the steroid drug and working a buffalo is like steroids on top of steroids. It is as good as it gets.”

Professional polo player and guitarist Tom Blake performed country and rock favorites throughout the day and performed the National Anthem while Miss Palm Beach County Rodeo, Alexandra Ortiz carried the American flag. The event also featured a Blessing of the Animals at 3 p.m. and a raffle to support Omega Equine Rescue.

“I really appreciate the support we’re getting from South Florida,” Steed said. “We are moving to a new facility in Loxahatchee Groves. In January, it should be completed. We’ll be down in the heart of everything for the season. We’ll have cow horse experiences there, as well as cowhorse lessons and horse shows. All three events!”

The Reined Cowhorse segment of the Cow Horse Extravaganza Series was a great success at the Golden L Ranch, their current home base until their new Loxahatchee Groves location – just 10 miles from Wellington – is completed. Once completed, it will be a first-rate venue for reined cow horse and other Western disciplines with ample seating for spectators and the ability to host arena polo as well. The front of the property will be set up to provide a relaxing park environment with a lake view, picnic tables and fire pits.

Steed Training’s Cow Horse Extravaganza continues Sept. 27 with Herd Work & Team Sorting. The series finale, Ranch Horse, is Oct. 25. Both events will be held at Golden L Ranch in Jupiter. The Cow Horse Extravaganza is supported by many generous sponsors whose contributions are key to the success of the events. Contact Susan Shelly at (561) 305-1432 to learn about sponsorship opportunities.

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Rick Steed demonstrates his ability to work with a variety on animals, including Z-Man the Zebra. Photo by Carrie Wirth.

Steed Training Cow Horse Extravaganza Fast Facts

Steed Training and HSBA are bringing the family-friendly Cow Horse Extravaganza to the Golden L Ranch in Jupiter, FL. Each event showcases talented riders and horses in different Western disciplines and offers a casual, welcoming environment for spectators of all ages. Dress to fit the Western theme and bring along your dog to join in the festivities. The Cow Horse Extravaganza is FREE to spectators!

Aug. 30 – Reined Cow Horse – 4-6 p.m.
Reined Cow Horse Play Day 8 a.m.-3:30 p.m.

Sept. 27 – Team Sorting/Herd Work

Oct. 25 – Ranch Horse

Event Contact:
Thomas DiRocco
thomasdirocco@hotmail.com
Phone: 561.371.4997

Location:
Golden L Ranch
11334 172nd Pl N
Jupiter, FL 33478

Directions:
Take exit 116 from the Florida Turnpike or 87B from I-95. Go west on Indiantown Rd (FL-706 W) for 3.3 miles from the Turnpike or 3.8 miles from I-95. Turn left onto 111th Terrace N/Rocky Pines Rd and continue for .8 miles. The road turns right and becomes 172nd Place N. Golden L Ranch is on your left shortly after the turn.

For sponsorship information, please contact Susan Shelly at (561) 305-1432.

About Horse Show by Appointment

Horse Show by Appointment’s fresh approach to reined cow horse competition was an unprecedented success in its first season, and now HSBA is back for a second year. HSBA aims to make showing “Fun, Fair, and Affordable” for competitors. To accommodate those traveling long distances to show and help busy riders fit showing in at their convenience, HSBA allows riders to reserve their own ride times in advance. This cuts down on usual travel expenses such as stall rentals and hotels and encourages competitors to make the trip and join in the fun.

Each HSBA series includes four shows. Riders who compete at three out of the four shows earn a place in the annual Championship Finals, which offer over $100,000 in cash and prizes. Competitors may also qualify for the Finals in absentia by simply sending in entries and payment to each of the four shows.

Visit www.showbyappointment.com for information and updates on HSBA shows. Check out HSBA on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/ShowByAppointment.

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