There were some talented young riders at MBRA (Manitoba Barrel Racing) Finals this weekend (Sept 30, 2022). Brooklyn Shauf along with her mom Leeann Shauf  as well as Harley Hagan and her mom Erin Hagan joined us for live interviews at the event. Both of these young ladies had outstanding weekends at the 2022 Finals. They also both come from cometitive families and weren't the only ones to take home some prize money this weekend. Congrats to both the Shauf and Hagan families! 

Harley Hagan MBRA Results: 

Brooklyn Shauf MBRA Results: 

>>>Thanks to Lasered by Felicia for the great engraved coffee mugs we used all weekend! She can engrave metal, wood, doormats.. Just about anything. Check her out on Instagram if you need something Lasered! 

>>>Also Thankyou to all the Sponsors of the MBRA Finals that make the event possible!>>>

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Raise your hand if you've ever struggled with your finances as a horse owner! Sarah Judson, equine financial advisor, is here to help us on this episode of the podcast. 

She comes to us with 13 years of financial service experience, an MBA in accounting and Quickbooks online expertise. Not only that but she has real life experience working as a trainer, competing in jumping and owning a horse boarding business.

On the episode we asked her some juicy questions like:
>>> What's the most common question you get asked as a financial advisor?

>>> Top 3 tips for budgeting for competitions?

>>> Say your sitting in a 9-5 job right now but you'd rather have your own equine related biz. What advice would you give someone to get started?

>>> Do you think it's possible to have a career that actually supports your horse habit instead of taking you further away from your horseback goals?

Listen in to hear her answers!

Sarah Judson is the owner of The Equestrian Business Academy which is launching it's winter cohort of group coaching starting November 1st. Check out Sarah's website to learn more about this comprehensive Quickbooks and bookkeeping course specifically for equestrian entrepreneurs.

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"I take this seriously." Anyone that knows Dawn knows this is true. She takes her barrel racing seriously and it shows. In this episode she shares the step-by-step process she takes to get her futurity horses ready to compete.

Dawn's list of accomplishments include:
>> Owning and training a SuperStakes Winner
>> 2nd Place Futurity SuperStakes Winner
>> 3 Times Heartland Rodeo Finals Winner (on 3 different horse she trained)
>> MRCA Barrel Champion

Dawn is so well respected in the futurity horse world and I'm sure its because of her integrity and grit! She made us laugh so many times on this episode and dropped some real wise words. I can't wait for you to listen in on this conversation about prepping for a competition mentally, physically, logistically and on horseback.

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It's the end of the Barrel Racing season around here and everyone is preparing to compete at finals!! On this episode Carrie Plett, fitness coach and barrel racer, gives us tips on getting and staying fit. Not just for us but for our horses. 

If you want to follow someone that is consistently working on her personal fitness, her horses fitness and encouraging her 4 competitive kids, this is your gal. She is strong, steady and always has a ranchy metaphor to explain her perspectives on rodeo life. Her and her 4 kids compete at Jackpots, Heartland Rodeo's, MRCA and CCA rodeos throughout the year and she's been a fitness coach for 4 years. 

That's why we knew we needed to hear her answers to these questions:

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Rusty Rae Woodard comes to this podcast because of you, our listeners! We polled and you told us that Rusty is someone you would love to hear from! 

After our conversation we can see why. Check it out her incredible accomplishments: 

>> Self employed Barrel Horse Trainer.
>> MRCA, CCA Champion
>> 2 x CFR Qualifier
>> CFR Average Winner
>> Futurity/Derby Winner in US and Canada
>> Top 20 Equistat Futurity Rider

We started our conversation discussing barrel horse bloodlines and continued into mindset tips for competitors. You will find a lot of value in this conversation. 

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Have you been hitting some rodeo's and jackpots already this summer? Yes!? But how do you know your horse is conditioned adequately so they can give you their all?

That's what we asked Shyla Fuchs. Shyla has literally been riding horses since she was born and healing horses is her passion! She also has a Certificate from the B.C. College of Equine Therapy and has trained with Karen Saindon. And now she also has her facility in MacGregor, Manitoba called Shyla's Equine Health and Wellness complete with all the latest technology for conditioning and rehab.

Here are some of the questions she answers during the episode:
>>> What are your top tips for conditioning a barrel horse?

>>> What are some things that you would avoid doing when your horse isn’t conditioned?

>>> How can you tell if your horse is in a good condition?

>>> What’s the newest technology and tools that someone could use to help condition their horse?

>>> Tell us specifically about your services.

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No Barrel Racing Jackpots in your area? No Problem, host one yourself! If you've ever been curious about what it takes to host a jackpot or how you can help out at your local event this episode is for you!

You'll hear some tips from Dawn-Rae Gray, a lady who is very familiar with hosting events. From small spur-of-the-moment jackpots to larger added money jackpots and the Five Star Futurity. She is quick to recognize that hosting an event is a team effort. As she says, "It takes a village."

She has been hosting, attending and cheering on her fellow barrel racers at events from the time her kids were toddlers to teenagers. She is one of those ladies that hauls into the barrel racing with horses, kids and the cashbox! We were so happy to be able to chat with her on this episode.

In this episode we talk about
> Sanctioning & associations
> What kind of team you need to host a jackpot
> The equipment and tech you need
> A great mindset
> Sponsors
> Upcoming events

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This episode is all about horse trailers trailers trailers!
~ What you should look for
~ What you should avoid
~ Red Flags
~ Comfort for your horse
~ Comfort for yourself
~ Tips for budgeting
~ How to get a trailer that your horses will load in easily

On this episode we are chatting with the trailer expert at Flaman's Moosomin, Kelly Stewart (who just happens to be Shelby's dad). He has experience of his own hauling horses, cattle, sheep and everything else. At any given time you can find 500 to 1800 trailers on the Flaman's yard. Ask him anything and he's got an answer!

I, Carollyne, also add my voice to the conversation with some knowledge I collected working on my Master's thesis on Cattle transport. Through that trailer research I am able to give a unique perspective on conditions during travel. I share some of my thoughts on this episode.

Measure the vibrations in your trailer using your phone. Just download this app. >>> https://www.arduino.cc/education/science-journal

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Horse breeding can look real glamourous but for those of us who have tried it, we know that there are a lot of challenges involved. Death, injury, illness, dissapointment and waiting can be a very real part of the journey. And when that happens it can be really tough. Mentally and financially. We hope this conversation will help lighten the mental load. 

Shelby and her family have been breeding horses for years, at one point having over 100 mares on pasture. She has amazing insight into what it takes to raise horses. Brad and I have been breeding horses for 15 years now and have also had our fair share of experience with both the fun times and the struggles. 

In this episode we shed some light on common (and some not so common) but unfortunate challenges you may come across when raising horses. When those things occur it can be easy to get hard on ourselves, blame ourselves, feel overwhelming guilt and frustration. Although it's important to keep learning and improving your system, no matter how much you try, there will be times when nature takes over and horses come up open or injured, or ill. And it's important to keep reminding yourself that it's part of the process and doesn't mean that your failing or not cut out for it. 

Keep your head up, focus on the good and get after it. Breeding horses is magic. 

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