Welcome to the Extreme Cowboy Association
We are excited about 2012 and the many fun filled and exciting Extreme Cowboy Racing events that are on the schedule. The formation of EXCA has been an thrilling and challenging adventure! Many people have worked tirelessly to create an association that you will be proud to tell your friends about.
This is the latest issue of your monthly newsletter, The Brave Horse.
You will receive it each month electronically around the middle of the month. The Brave Horse will be full of interesting stories, EXCA event results, point standings, human interest stories about EXCA members and Tips and Tales from our founder, Craig Cameron. We encourage you to communicate your suggestions for stories and ideas that will make The Brave Horse fun, better and more informative. The Brave Horse the best newsletter in the equine world.
Please forward your ideas and suggestions to Frank Turben at webmaster@extremecowboyassociation.com
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Photo By: Marilyn Merrick
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Stories From Craig Cameron
True Story: Freight-Training
At one time I worked as a cowboy on the Ralph Lauren Double R Ranch in Ridgway, Colo. One fall day, a norther' blew in unexpectedly, bringing with it lots of wind and snow. The cowboys I worked with decided to load the horses and make a run for the headquarters.
With six horses all saddled and a big stock trailer, we began loading the horses one after the other. The last horse, a big bay, refused to load. The cowboys, cold and ready to go home, were in a hurry and had no interest in any "fine" trailer-loading techniques.
I took the initiative to step in the trailer, holding the balky horse's lead rope. The other cowboys hoo-rayed, whipped and tried to spook the horse into loading. The confused bay finally took a huge leap into the trailer and freight-trained headlong into me. I escaped, but not without a laceration and a broken nose. This is a good example of how not to load your horse.
The key to correct trailer loading is preparation and patience, which translates into confidence in the horse. There's nothing better than a horse that loads and unloads on command.
Excerpt from: RIDE SMART by Craig Cameron with Kathy Swan. Published by Western Horseman.
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Craig Cameron Collection
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Click on logo above to take you to Craig's collection. These are the tools & equipment he uses everyday. They will help you to Ride Smart and achieve success in any discipline you choose.
Especially Extreme Cowboy Racing!
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SPONSORSHIP
Become a 2012 SPONSOR
Corporate Sponsorships, Branding, Display & Signage Opportunities.
Visibility for sponsors is offered through web, advertising, printed flyers, signage and race day promotions.
Corporate sponsors are encouraged to take advantage of the various opportunities for exposure.
Contact EXCA
Texas Headquarters
Phone: (254) 728-3082
Fax: (254) 728-3081
Email: doublehornd@lipan.net
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2012 EXCA WORLD NEWS
Attention EXCA Mustang Owners:
Earn a Dale Martin High Point Saddle!
Bring On The Mustangs!
The top yearend point mustang will win a custom Dale Martin Saddle to be presented at the EXCA World Championship.
Prizes:
- Buckles will be given out to the winners of each go round.
- Final Run: starts with a clean slate (winner of Final Round takes the title)
Show Committees:
Committees: now forming
Sponsorship Committee:
Cece Lamborne Bulkley
Spectator Passes:
Sponsors and competitors receive two extra passes.
EXCA 2012 World Championship Location
November 2 - 4, 2012
Circle T Resort
4007 W. Hwy 36
Hamilton, Texas 76531
Details will be posted on the EXCA web site soon.
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MESSAGE FROM OUR NAB CHAIRMAN - BILL CAMERON
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Photo by Andrea Kaus
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ASK THE JUDGE...
One question that comes up often is "How fast should I go over the bridge on an EXCA course?"
I think it depends on the width of the bridge and the experience of the horse and rider team. When crossing a very narrow bridge, the risk factor is extremely high that that the horse might slip. The smart thing would be to trot or walk to avoid any mistakes. However, some horses can easily lope right over. I like to see a low head looking at what he is about to cross with no hesitation. If he lopes across with his head high, not looking where he is going, I might consider this a little reckless and not give the extra points they were looking for.
When walking the course, check the surface material carefully and how slippery it might become because your first concern is the safety and welfare of your horse. Precision and Perfection always come before speed. When speed is added it becomes a beautiful thing to watch and this is what sets EXCA apart from the other organizations.
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EXCA NATIONALS
The Nationals were a great success thanks to our wonderful competitors. Congratulations to all the winners.
NOVICE
NATIONALS OVERALL & SHOOTOUT RESULTS:
1st CC Metzler & Shelby the Mustang
2nd Michelle Schmidt & Ain't No Scaredy Cat
3rd Dennis Tipton & Goodbars Sonny
4th Lisa Steinbach & Texan at the Ritz
5th David (Nip) Dodd & Bucks Uno
6th Joe Holloway & Solano's Moonlite Run
YOUTH
1st Joseph Visser & Meet My Dust
2nd Brittany Wiseheart & Sweetie
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RIDE SMART
1ST Steve Barrett & Mr Genuine Doc
2ND James Best & Honey
3RD James Bes & Little Black Skids
4th Dennis Tipton & Goodbars Sonny
5th David (Nip) Dodd & Bucks Uno
NON PRO
1ST Tracy Pinson & Texan at the Ritz
2nd Tracy Pinson & Skyjacker's Mtn High
3rd Joseph Visser & Meet My Dust
4th Leanne Hale & Slick
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PRO
1ST Lee Hart & Shelby the Mustang
2nd Wendy Stephens & The Bailef
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Lee Hart
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Photo by Mark Limsky |
Overall Champion: Lee Hart
Reserve Champion: Steve Barrett
Craig Cameron Shootout Winner: Lee Hart
Congratulations to our EXCA member Wendy Stephens for winning the AQHA Master Lewvel 3 Trail Challenge!!
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EXCA Member Appreciation: Lee Hart
Thank you Lee for your hard work, dedication, and helping your fellow EXCA members at the Nationals. You are greatly appreciated by us all.
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Photo pick of the month...
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Gianna Sbarbaro Young Gun Aloha Region
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Please submit your favorite photo to NaturalBornRacers@gmail.com
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It's a Beautiful World
The World Show of the EXCA is intended for the enjoyment of the EXCA members. I propose that we come together to provide attractive, interesting and challenging obstacles for the next World Show. For example, I will bring barrels. I will attempt to make the barrels interesting by finding different types of barrels and adding colors, designs, etc. Most people have plenty of room in their trailer to transport something to the World Show. Wouldn't you want to be a small part of providing a great World Show for everyone?
My goal is to have common obstacles such as barrels, jump standards, cowboy curtains, water boxes, bridges... things of which most racers are familiar. These will be provided by EXCA members that are attending the World Show. These obstacles are not "deal breaker" types of obstacles. They are common obstacles that are used in many races. The only difference is that we should attempt to have these common obstacles take on an uncommon flare. For example, the jumps could be made of flower boxes or colored cross members. Bridges could be lined with artificial foliage and/or painted. Drag obstacles could be adorned with bells, flags, etc. Other decorations are also welcomed, such as photo backdrops, artificial foliage, water fountains - anything that might add interest to the course.
Frank Turben has agreed to help volunteers organize the needed obstacles for the World Show. If you would like to volunteer an obstacle, please contact him to check that the obstacle has not already been promised by another EXCA member.
My hope is that by dividing the obstacle work among EXCA members, we will provide a better World Show for everyone. Also, I would like to think that no one person is overburdened with providing all the obstacles.
Please consider helping us to provide an attractive obstacle for the upcoming World Show.
Thanks!
Elizabeth Hanzel
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