2011 News Archive
The 2011 Fall Classic Sale had terrific weather, full spectator stands and many horse try-outs. The horses came with great pedigrees and good presentation, particularly the 2-year olds. From this exceptional group of 2-year olds three were sold to Kansas City, Missouri -- Air-O–Matic, a very talented jumper son of Air Jordan; MJ Salsa, showing exceptional dressage potential, a daughter of Whirlwind II; and Grandus W a nice jumping son of Gervantus II. The high selling Section A horse, sponsored by Sparks Innovations, was Upstart, a weanling son of Uphill x Royale x Why Not G, bred and owned by Key Warmbloods and purchased by Donald Toney of Lethbridge. The high selling Section B horse, sponsored by Victory Tack Shop, was Cavaluna, a CWHBA mare by Silverstone x Riviera x Ferro, bred and owned by John and Jacqueline van den Bosch and sold to Nathalie Green of Lawrencetown, Nova Scotia.
The Canadian Warmblood Horse Breeders Association Fall Classic Sale in Olds on October 15-16 saw some great horses go for top dollars. The two-day event includes chute jumping demonstrations and a gala before the auction on Sunday afternoon. New to this year’s sale was “Dancing in the Dirt,” a party in the arena following the gala on Saturday night which was met with great enthusiasm by consigners, bidders, and audience members alike.
whether that is winning competitions or spending time on your favourite trail. However, even new owners that feel well-educated and ready for this purchase often find themselves wondering what supplies they really need to have. It is best to be prepared with a few essential items if you are planning on buying, or have already purchased, your first horse.
