Midwest Fjord Horse Club

www.mwfhc.orgspring 2010

President’s Message

Spring is HERE! Soon for the midwest we'll see seeing robins and flowers, we’ll hear the birds singing and smellthe fresh aroma of spring! Unfortunately we have to go thru the muck and yuck until we get to dry ground,green grass, flowers and birds but it is COMING!

The MWFHC'S winter meeting was held March 5-7th in Oregon/Fitchberg WI. It was PERFECT! We had a greatline up of hands on, learning of the basic horsemanship skills, lectures on how the weight of our horses, diseaseshorses can get, emergency care, dressage demo, ski joering which also was hands on and a talk on the ins and outs oftrail riding. Really, if you were not there, you missed another great event.

I think our winter meeting/clinics are really a great tool for our members. I know many of you just plain can’t makeit, and that is why we have been making the DVDs. A new DVD is hot off the presses, “How to fit tack to the Fjordhorse’. It’s a great informative and educational DVD and I’m really really pleased with it. The new one is $15, thefirst one on mane trimming is $10 or you can order both for $20, online at www.mwfhc.org. Shipping is included.We want our members to be as educated as they can, so between the winter meeting, Blue Earth, and our DVD’s wehope we are managing to do that.

Now it’s on to planning for Blue Earth! It’s the show’s 25th anniversary and we are planning bigger and better thingsfor this year. We are working on sponsorships, prizes, a back drop for picture taking and one of the BEST is thatclasss are going to be retro to the prices they were 25 yrs ago! All entries are going to be only $3 a class! That is asaving of $7 per class! We really hope everyone will seriously consider coming this year. If you can’t bring your Fjord,there is plenty of work, so just let me know and we'll find a job for you. Working at a show gives you a great learningexperience, plus it's fun!

Susie Sadlon is heading up our Tuesday night performance, “Fjords Got Talent”. We will be performing with horsesand music for the Blue Earth community. If you like to be a part of it, we would love to have you all. We can usemore than just riders or drivers. If you don’t have a horse and want to help, contact Susie Sadlon!

Enjoy the weather, enjoy your family, enjoy your Fjords! AND....start thinking Blue Earth. July 19, 20, 21 it will bethe place to be this summer!!

Patti Jo Walter

In this issue…President’s message...............................................................................1

Letter from NFHR President................................................................2

Celebrate 25 Years at Blue Earth .........................................................2

Upcoming Expos and Fairs...................................................................3

Winter Meeting Highlights ............................................................4&5

Bylaw and Rule Change results............................................................6

Fjord DVDs now available ...................................................................6

Club Officers ........................................................................................6

Classifieds .............................................................................................7

Membership Form ................................................................................7

Blue Earth Sponsorship........................................................................8

Around the Club..................................................................................9

Skijoring at the Winter Meeting,pages 4-5

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From the President of the NFHRby Howard Fiedler

Spring has arrived. This is a good time to plan for shows, evaluations, clinics, trail rides and all the other things we love to do withour Fjords.

I am very excited with the makeup of our new board of directors. We have a group of very motivated individuals who are working onimproving our communications and services that we offer our membership.

The NFHR now has a communication coordinator, Margaret Bogie, who will be sending out numerous Constant Contact emails toinform members of our current actions and topics of interest. Our first Constant Contact informed members about the new “Friend ofthe Fjord Herald” program. We are encouraging donations to help financially support the production of the Fjord Herald, our flag-ship publication. The response has been great.

The NFHR has become a breed partner with the ADS, American Driving Society. You willsee advertisements in the Fjord Herald and the ADS Whip Publication. We will be sharingeducational information including “Webinars” on many interesting topics. An article andpictures are also on the USDF and USEF websites. This is all helpful in reaching more peopleand letting them know how versatile our beloved fjords are.

The Marketplace has many new products with our new logo, which can be purchased on theNFHR website. The NFHR website can also be used to renew your membership and makedonations to a committee of your choice. The NFHR accepts credit cards and PayPal forpayment.

You can help achieve our goals by getting involved. We have many committees and activi-ties that need your help. Our ambassador program has members in most every state that arefrequently contacted by folks to learn more about Fjords and the NFHR.

Thank you for your help and enjoy your Fjords,

Howard FiedlerNFHR President

Celebrate 25 Years of the Blue Earth Fjord Show

We are looking forward to seeing all of you at the 25th Annual Blue Earth Fjord Horse Show, this July 19,20 & 21, 2010. To celebrate 25 years of Blue Earth, show class fees have been adjusted to $3.00 per classfrom $10.00 in 2009 and several special sponsors have agreed to help celebrate and contribute to the

show.

This will be a great year for youth participants as several youth classes have been added to the show including Sin-gle Log Skid-Youth and Pleasure Driving Youth. Driving classes including Gamblers Choice, Double Jeopardy andPick Your Route also have separately judged youth divisions.

Along with the Youth and Adult High Point Awards, a Driving High Point award will also be introduced this year.A few games classes have also been added this year including a Plug Race (one barrel-barrel race) and Pole BendingRace.

Participants of the Blue Earth show have also been requested to participate in the Faribault County Fair Grand-stand show Tuesday evening to help celebrate 150 years of the Faribault County Fair. If interested in participatingin the Tuesday evening show, please contact Susie Sadlon.

We are also looking for volunteers to help with gates and assist with the show office. Volunteering is a great way tolearn and meet other fjord enthusiasts. If interested in volunteering, please contact Kathy Blaszczyk at#262.692.3521 or kblaszczyk@yahoo.com.

We are looking forward to a great show this year. Come help us celebrate 25 years of the Blue Earth Fjord HorseShow.

GVF Sjokolade (Hershey) and SamanthaPoirier out riding in the snow on a sunny,winter day

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No this is NOT a run away, Gyda can pull the hay up thehill all by herself and will stop at the top and wait for thegate to open. Gyda's job is to pull the hay bales into thesheep pens at Janet McNalley's sheep farm in HinckleyMN. Gyda is a MILLION DOLLAR HORSE!

MIDWEST HORSE FAIR

April 16-18, 2010, Madison, Wisconsin

The MWFHC will be hosting an information booth at the Midwest Horse Fair in Madison, Wisconsin. The purpose is to pro-mote our Club and the Fjord Horse breed.

VOLUNTEERS: We are looking for volunteers to spend an hour or two at the booth to talk to interested visitors about the fjordhorse, and hand out materials. The booth is located in the Coliseum, so volunteering will be a nice way to rest your feet for a bit,and share your enthusiasm for the fjord with others. The booth hours will be Friday 8:30 am-7:00 pm, Saturday 8:30 am-7:00pm, and Sunday 8:30 am-5:00 pm. We need lots of volunteers! If you would be able to sign up in advance that would be a greathelp in our planning, but you are also welcome to sign up at the booth.

ADVERTISEMENTS: We want to distribute your advertisements at the booth. Anything horse related is welcome -- stallionservices, horses for sale, training, boarding, lessons, harness, tack, equipment, horse events, etc. This is a great way to reach over50,000 horse people in the Midwestern region!

Two options for advertising: Club Flyer: If you have just a few listings, send them to me by Wednesday, April 14th for inclusionin a flyer. If there is enough space, we will include one black and white photo per ad, otherwise the ads will be text only. Yourcopy may be edited in order to fit the space. Please send your ads by April 14 to yaharariverfjords@yahoo.com or Karen Hanson,328 Cty Rd N, Edgerton, WI 53534. Your own flyer: If you have your own pre-printed farm brochure, salesflyer or business card,we will be glad to distribute them at the booth. Please provide 20-50 copies. Bring them to the booth early on April 16th, or mailthem to Karen Hanson, 328 Cty Rd N, Edgerton, WI 53534 (plan for the mail to deliver by April 14th).

MINNESOTA HORSE EXPO

April- 23-25, 2010, Minnesota State Fairgrounds

The MWFHC will also be hosting an information booth at the Minnesota Horse Expo. If you are in the Minnesota vicinity, weinvite to to come and join us.

VOLUNTEERS: We start with setup on Thursday, April 22nd, where we decorate the stall area, set out information and helpthe horses get settled in. Admission to the grounds is free on Thursday, though we do have to pay entry on the other days. Wewill be in our second year of a more centralized location which gets LOTs of traffic, so if you would like a chance to talk FJORDto 100s of visitors, we can use your help on all days of the Fair. We participate in several demos in the Coliseum, and need helpwith walking to and from the arena, grooming, tacking up, and just lending an extra hand where needed.

Volunteers please contact either Linda Lottie, at horselotti@hotmail.com,or Kristin Lee at klee5617@aol.com

ADVERTISEMENTS: Anything horse related is welcome -- stallion services, horses for sale, training, boarding, lessons, har-ness, tack, equipment, horse events, etc. This is a great way to reach over 50,000 horse people in the Midwestern region! If youhave ads you would like posted or distributed from our table, contact Laurie With by Wednesday, April 20th with informationand we can prepare a quick sheet of information. If you have printed information, mail it to 13900 58th Ave. N., Plymouth, MN55446 by the 20th.

Feel free to bring a lawn chair and come join us at the Fairgrounds!

Upcoming Events......Volunteers Definitely Invited!

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Jag tycker om MWFHC Winter Meeting /Clinic!!!

The MWFHC held its annual Winter Meeting and Clinic on the weekend of March5-7, 2010 in the Madison, WI area. On Friday night, we attended a wonderful pres-entation of do-it-yourself leather repairs and modifications by DeeAnna Weed, and

learned some great pointers on what to look for in quality leather tack. Members had thechance to do some hands-on work with leather, various types of rivets, buckles, snaps andeven hand sewing leather.

Saturday’s events were held at the Mandt Equestrian Center. Learning seminars includedBasic Horsemanship 101 by Patti Jo Walter; Liz Sandberg showed us how to tell if your Fjord is too chubby; Kate VanSicklen spoke on dressage for all disciplines; and Dr. Lisa Nesson presented Communicable Disease and Emergency Care

- what to do before the vet arrives. The afternoon was topped off with a presentationon Skijoring with Joni Griffin and Wanda. We learned about skijoring tack, equip-ment, “how to’s” and safety. The highlight of the afternoon was a live demonstra-tion of skijoring and the chance to join in on the fun using skis and inner tubes. Theintrepid members who gave it a try found out that skijoring is not as easy as it looks!It was a sunny, fun-filled day for everyone.

That evening we enjoyed an Italian buffet and a presentation on trail riding andcamping with Fjords. Alond with displays of wood, cloth, paper and leather, the auc-tion was a big success again this year and many door prizes were given out to luckymembers.

On Sunday we had our last chance to purchase lovely wood carvings and embroi-dered apparel from our vendors. Nancy Hotovy shared her wonderful photos of camping in the west. The subject of ourlast presentation was the ongoing research into the origin of white markings in Fjord horses presented by Robin Holland.The weekend was capped off with a club meeting.

Mange takk to all who attended and especially to all who volunteered their horses, time and effort to make our weekendpossible!

ed note: Thanks to Carol Ann Curry and Karen Hansen for input for this article

Basic Horsemanship Dressage for All Disciplines

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Is your Fjordtoo fat?

BasicEmergencyCare

Skijoring

The Midwest Fjord Horse Club has released two informative DVDs“How to trim the Fjord mane and grooming tips” and “Fitting Tack to the Fjord Horse”

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MWFHC OfficersPresident: Patti Jo Walter, 920-755-4387, dwalter@tm.net

Vice President: Chuck Kelly, 563-864-3201, coyote@acrec.com

Secretary: Therine Gudknecht, (507)824-2166,tgudknecht@frontiernet.net

Treasurer: Anne Weyker, (262)285-3717, anneweyker@yahoo.com

Past President: Susan Sadlon, 260-925-6043, susiesad@gmail.com

The mane trimming video offers practical, clear answers to tough ques-tions such as:• Why is a well trimmed Fjord mane so important in the show ring?• How can the arch in the mane enhance the horse’s overall conforma-

tion?• What can be done with “difficult” manes (overgrown, bushy, thick)

to make them look better?• How should the rest of the horse’s ears, poll, nose, jaw, and neck be

groomed?

Narrated by Pat Holland and Patti Jo Walter with demonstrations byRobin & Pat Holland. Filmed, edited, and produced by Patrick Walter.

In the Fitting Tack video, Michelle Endries, owner of Horsey Habit inManitowoc, Wisconsin, explains how to choose tack that correctly fitsFjords -- or any other size, shape, or breed of horse. About half of thisinformative 27-minute video shows Michelle's practical, easy methodto evaluate the fit of English and western saddles.

Michelle also discusses these topics:• Choosing the right size, shape, and style of saddle pad• Selecting a girth or cinch and placing it correctly to avoid sores or

discomfort• Using shims to adjust saddle fit if necessary• Fitting bridles, bits, and halters for comfort and effectiveness• Sizing and using sport boots and shipping boots

Order your DVDs now fromthe Midwest Fjord Horse Club

website, www.mwfhc.org.The mane grooming video is $10,

the tack fitting video is $15.Or order both for $20, and save $5.

Shipping is included.

2001 KKP Marathon Carriage for saleIn Wisconsin. The color is primarily dark blue with maroon pin-stripping. It can beused for a single or as a pair (pole and evener included), telescoping shafts, wedge seatthat slides front to back and side to center (seat has never been rained on). Extra sideseat folds up. For those that need it (bad knee) there is additional foot peg, under-neath on the axle(is removable). Has saved me many times.

This vehicle, for being 9 years old, it is in excellent shape.The paint does have somerubs/scratches on it, due to age and use. Frame/axle is NOT bent/broken/replaced dueto damage. For those wanting a training cart, or just starting out at DT/CDE's thiswould be perfect for those at Training/Preliminary level. The carriage weighs about350 lbs.

I have checked around with other carriage retailors (showed pictures) the estimatedvalue is $3500.00, I am asking $ 3000.00.

For pictures please email me at syversonsfjordland@yahoo.com or call me at 608-780-4431. I live in Holmen, WI. I am willing to drive free within a 100 mile radius of myhome. I do travel to the Twin Cities alot in MN. Would haul there for no additionalcharge.

Linda Syverson Kerr

RESULTS from the MWFHC'S Ballots thatwere sent out this winter.

Ballot regarding the bylaw change was acceptedby the membership. MWFHC'S Rules for theBlue Earth show will resume the same as in thepast. Rules for the show are listed on our websiteand will also be in the show packet you will getthis summer. If you have any questions regardingthe outcome from the ballots, contact any of theMWFHC'S officers.

Million Dollar Praline taking care of Gabriel at his first PonyClub lesson. Praline was the most patient horse there, way togo PRALINE!

MWFHC MembershipName____________________________________________________________________________________________________

Farm Name _______________________________________________________________________________________________

Address __________________________________________________________________________________________________

City _______________________________________________________________________________State________Zip______

Phone___________________email__________________Dues: $15 per year, INDIVIDUAL MEMBERSHIP (ONE VOTE)

$25 per year, FAMILY MEMBERSHIP (TWO VOTES)$5 per year additional if desire to be listed as BREEDERS

Make checks payable to MWFHC Send to: MWFHCc/o DeeAnna Weed669 Woodchuck DrivePostville, Iowa 52162

____ New Member____ Renewal (Due July 1)

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Classified Ads

For Sale

For sale: Weanling colt, born 5/30/09, sire WH Stone, dam Iduna Acres Borge.Located south-central Minnesota. Contact Barb or Rich Wichmann at ricn-barb@yahoo.com or 507-826-3101.

Training

Training: Specializing in starting the young Fjord. Dressage, hunt, western, trail,jumping. Tailor made training to suit the owner. Can also show your Fjord foryou in evaluation system or horse shows. Also taking a few in on consignment.Have a nice Fjord that you need to sell? Contact me, let's see if I can help you.Looking for a nice Fjord to buy, please check out my website. Patti Jo Walter,Francis Creek Fjords, Two Rivers, WI (920)755-4387 dwalter@tm.net/www.franciscreekfjords.com

REGOUSKI PERFORMANCE HORSES: Specializing in English and westernpleasure, showmanship, halter and ground manners. Will start your young horseor help you with your older fjord. Get your Fjord ready for the 2011 AnniversaryShow. Book early, limited space available. Located near Buffalo, MN just 45minutes west of Minneapolis. Contact Melissa at: 320-291-9959

Stallion Service

Smedsmo Graen, Gray Fjord stallion imported from Norway. If you want inher-ited first class disposition, solid conformation, free athletic movement, and up-headed appearance in your Fjord babies consider booking Smedsmo Graen. Livecover or AI breeding contracts. We do our best to cooperate with you, the mareowner, to get her in foal. We can also transport your mare. Call Phillip Odden,(715)468-2780 email nww@norskwoodworks.com

Standing at Green Valley Farm are 2 of the top 3 NFHR Evaluated Stallions.Kastanjegardens Fernando, Thorvald and GVF Sjokolade, a Fernando son. LiveCover or artificial insemination (fresh cooled or frozen semen) is available forthese outstanding stallions. Contact us at sophie@greenvalleyfarm.com andcheck out our updated website www.greenvalleyfarm.com

WH Stone (Malcom Locke) Reserve Champion Halter Stallion at the NFHR25th Anniversary Show. Blue ribbon NFHR Evaluation. Stone's gentleness,willing ways & correct conformation are passed on to his offspring. Offspring re-ceiving blues & reds in halter & performance classes. Live foal guarantee. Con-tact: James Hovre, Ettrick, Wisconsin, (608)-525-5282, idunaacres@aol.com

Double B Fjords is located 35 miles south of Madison, Wi. on 40 acres in therolling hills of a small farming community. Standing two outstanding stallions,Iduna Acres Sander and Circle S Marcus. Preserving the true gentle nature andtemperament of the breed, while maintaining the highest level of conformationand movement. Double B Fjords, 5672 Griffths Road, Dodgeville, Wi. 53533,(608) 935-1534, www.doublebfjords.com

Hinrichs Farms, Kjor Arve. 2004 brown dun, by Kjor Uffda and out of FairAcres Aurora. 14.2 hh, medium build and great disposition. Available for 2009breeding season. Please contact Andrew or Liz Hinrichs of Hinrichs Farms, Fer-gus Falls, MN. 701-238-1974.

Standing at Stud at Francis Creek Fjords, in Two Rivers WI, Rokida's Niklaus.Gorgeous Gray Stallion. Excellent disposition, nice movement, versatile andvery trainable. Evaluated and proven. Foundation bloodlines 14.1hh 2009 StudFee:$950.00 $10/$12 mare care. Can be seen at www.franciscreekfjords.com oremail dwalter@tm.net for more information.

WW Reidar, 2002 brown dun, 14.1 hh. Proven pedigree (Gjest X Ranka).Artificial insemination (fresh cooled or frozen semen) available. Live foal guar-antee. If you are looking for great work ethic, presence, style, suspension, bal-ance, then choose Reidar ... he has the heart of a champion! Young stockavailable. Contact Kathy Johnson, Montrose, MN, kmj@woodpeckerwoods.comor 763-972-8119. Website http://www.woodpeckerwoods.com/

Services

Farrier Services: Vista Ridge Farrier, Joe Yanish• Graduate of Minnesota School of Horseshoeing• Member of American Farrier's Association• Member of Minnesota Farrier's Association“Balance specialist for peak performance!”farrier@vistaridgefarms.com or 320-693-2007

I repair and alter harness and tack. Need a shorter britchen or a longer brow-band? Have a worn hold-back strap or broken rein? Ask me for help! I also makecustom leather goods, including bridles, halters, reins, chaps, dog collars andleads, gun slings, portfolios, purses, book covers, etc. DeeAnna Weed, Postville,IA. 563-864-3201 or info@classicbells.com

Embroidered Apparel

Order clothing and other items from LVR Embroidery, the official supplier ofMWFHC apparel. We have a wide selection of embroidered and printed designsthat can be put on your choice of tees, sweatshirts, polo and denim shirts, caps,and totes. Any item can have MWFHC lettering or logo put on it. For everyitem ordered with the club logo, 10% of that sale will go to the club.

Items for commorating the 25th Anniversary of our club can be ordered atwww.lvrembroidery.com.

Custom Orders

Please contact Dawn if you are looking for something special or different. I dohave other designs available besides Fjord designs, other breeds of horses, dogs,cats, goats, even cars, trucks or machinery. I can even turn your art into a design.

Questions? Contact Dawn Schlickman, LVR Embroidery, 10713 E LindenwoodRd, Chana IL 61015, E-Mail: lvrembroidery@yahoo.com, or 815-645-2630.

CUSTOM SIZED FOR YOUR FJORDBeautiful handmade European craftsmanship: Bridles, browbands, rear cinches,breechings and western saddles.Feusner Saddlery -- Since 1957. Call for photos or quotes - 308-284-3452

SPONSORSHIPS FOR BLUE EARTH 2010

Member obtaining sponsor ______________________________________________________________________________

Phone No. ________________ e-mail address_____________________

Address: ____________________________________________________________________________________________

Name of Sponsor/Farm/Business __________________________________________________________________________

Address & Phone No. __________________________________________________________________________________

Class(es) Preferred ____________________________________________________________________________________

Amount of Sponsorship ______

Name of Sponsor/Farm/Business __________________________________________________________________________

Address & Phone No. __________________________________________________________________________________

Class(es) Preferred ____________________________________________________________________________________

Amount of Sponsorship ______

Name of Sponsor/Farm/Business __________________________________________________________________________

Address & Phone No. __________________________________________________________________________________

Class(es) Preferred ____________________________________________________________________________________

Amount of Sponsorship ______

Name of Sponsor/Farm/Business __________________________________________________________________________

Address & Phone No. __________________________________________________________________________________

Class(es) Preferred ____________________________________________________________________________________

Amount of Sponsorship ______

Return by July 1st with checks attached to: Anne Weyker – Treasurer – 6737 Clay Ridge Road, Cedar Grove, WI 53013

HELP NEEDED WITH SPONSORSHIPS FOR 25TH ANNIVERSARY SHOW

The MWFHC is making an all-out effort to obtain sponsorships for this year’s Blue Earth horse show and members are beingasked to help. A number of Blue Earth businesses are also being encouraged to make donations to help make our 25th an-niversary show a truly special event!

Sponsorships are designated as follows: Blue Ribbon - $500, Red Ribbon - $350, White Ribbon - $200, Pink Ribbon - $100, , YellowRibbon - $50, Green Ribbon - $25Sponsorship monies will help pay for trophies for each class as well as for special awards. Donors may specify the specific class(es)they wish to sponsor for each $25 donated. The sponsorship donations will also help pay for a special 25th anniversary booklet, ban-ners and other expenses at this very special show. Members are asked to consider a personal donation in any amount to support our efforts. Also, please encourage donations from busi-nesses in your area. Recognition will be given both in the show booklet and in announcements during this year’s show. Prize for Highest Sponsorship Total:As an added incentive, the member raising the highest dollar amount in sponsorships will receive a special prize, which will be pre-sented at the Sunday night meeting prior to the show. A sponsorship sheet is included in this newsletter and will also be part of the Blue Earth show packet to be mailed out later this year.Please return it – with sponsors’ checks - to Anne Weyker, treasurer, no later than July 1. Questions: Contact Anne atanneweyker@yahoo.com or 262-285-3717.

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Around the Fjord Club....

Recently purchased from Mike Neperney of Iowa, Fair Acres Ryder (Radar) isbeing groomed as an Extreme Trail Horse for trail challenges. He and his own-ers live in Texas now, but spend summers in NW Nebraska in the Pine Ridgearea. He is a great horse, fearless and very athletic. He is owned by Joan andRon Froschheiser, probably the only Texas member in our club! His personal-ized saddle, britching & breast collar are by Feusnor Saddlery, Ogallala, NE.

Carol Makoskey and Heidi have “fun” on a winter sleigh ride!

Lisa Lovett and Beyla made the front cover of Driving Digest Magazinewith a photo taken in Lexington, KY at the Kentucky Horse Park dur-ing the National Drive.

Deb Ulrich and her Fjord mares Skye, Brynja and Fiorgyn from CorgiHill Farms had a good showing at the August evaluation at Cargill’s farm.

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MWFHC Mission StatementThe mission of the Midwest Fjord Horse Club is to promote high-quality,

versatile Fjord horses, encourage their use in any discipline, educate people aboutthe Fjord horse and promote fellowship amongst Fjord enthusiasts.

Midwest Fjord Horse ClubLaurie With13900 58th Ave. N.Plymouth, MN 55446

Fair Acres Tea, ANOTHER MILLIONDOLLAR FJORD. Tea always takes care ofher rider, she is a ROCK STAR!

Two more MILLION DOLLAR FJORDS. CiCiand Anna were sold to Eden Brooke Farm in VA tobe therapy mounts. CiCi and Anna are full sistersand will be working full time to bring joy to manymany children and adults.

Million dollar baby! Came premature, but all iswell now for owners Andrew and Liz Hinrichs ofMN. CONGRATS! Nothing cuter then a Fjordfoal!!