2017 November PASO Magazine

HOOFBEAT
By Dorothy
Rogers
In all of this, I hope that you enjoy the fall as
much as I do. The warm days of sunshine with
a little nip in the air invigorates one. The horses
respond to it, as well. The lovely autumn colors
of the leaves makes for a wonderful background
for shows and trail rides especially with a nip in
the air.
Ever notice that a grateful person is nearly always
a happy one? This is our month to set aside
time to give thanks. Yes, even in the face of insane
massacres, floods, fire, hurricanes and tornados.
Consider taking a few moments to write down
who and what you are thankful for. You might be
pleasantly surprised. We are truly blessed.
Paso Horse Park
November will see top quality competition
taking the obstacles on Hughes Parkway
near Highway 46E. The Oak Tree
and the Fall Classic will both be held here
in Paso. The level of competition is rising.
Even if you don’t normally follow hunters or
jumpers. there is something about excellence
that surpasses the norm. Admission is free
for spectators, so take someone along to the
park and enjoy.
Rodeo Showdown
CA Circuit Rodeo Finals Showdown
is scheduled for Oct. 13-15 so its past our
deadline. The event will be held in Lancaster.
Check CAFINALSRODEO.COM for
results soon. Ladies Barrel Racing will be
decided then, too.
As of the first week of October, the West
Coast Collegiate Women’s Rodeo Team sat
in first place of the seven colleges reporting.
The top all around crown went to Abigale
Hampton of West Hills who garnered a total
of 556 points. The overall team for the
men went to Cuesta College.
California Cow Horse Comeback
November 3-5 will find speed and action
as well as smooth control of horse and bovine
for the California Cow Horse Association’s
Fall Spectacular including derby and
shows at the International Agri-Center in
Jessica Hill and her beloved horse, “Kiss N
Krymsun” were named the 2017-8 CA State
Champions at the Events Center in Paso.
Tulare. Take 4500 Laspina Street, for entry
to the show. This includes younger and more
mature horses in competition from the snaffle
bit, to the advancing hackamore and two
Please see HOOFBEAT page 59
BOX BEAMS BOOK SHELVING
58 PASO Magazine, November 2017