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Volume 3, No. 1
January 2, 2008
We've got everything for ridin', ropin', rodeoin' Jeans, hats, and boots & tack for showin' We've got it all from tack to ties So cowboy up down at Roy Frey's!
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Happy New Year! The staff at Roy Frey Western Lifestyles
wishes you Jo, Dewayne, Mike, Saundra,
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RFD TV’s Extreme Cowboy Race Host, Craig Cameron, at Topeka
Farm Show Jan 8-10
2008 Topeka Farm Show Craig Cameron’s Horsemanship Clinics Tuesday, January
8th 12:30 p.m. & 3:30 p.m. Wednesday, January 9th, 1 p.m. & 6:00 p.m.
Thursday, January 10th 11:30 a.m. & 2:30 p.m. Craig Cameron’s Horsemanship
Demonstration will be held daily during the three-day 2008 Topeka Farm Show.
Craig’s 60 to 90 minute clinics are packed with vital information that any
horse person will value. A question and answer session is held at the end of
each demo plus Craig is on hand throughout the three-day event to answer your
questions.
“In the beginning a horse does not see the reason, meaning or purpose in what
we are asking him to do. Through repetition he learns what we want or do not
want of him. In my line of work as a clinician I am presented with many tough
horses that are deemed un-trainable. People always ask for the secret in
training that type of horse? There is no secret. Horses respond positively to
effective training techniques.
The best horsemen are casual around their horses. Training in a relaxed
fashion and with an effective process entails working with the horse, not
against him. If you follow this formula positive results are inevitable. In
public demonstrations with “unrideable” horses, time after time the horses
have amazed on-lookers by quickly relating to positive training. In just a
matter of an hour the first-rides were accomplished without a bronc-ride or
mishap.
The key is to be an effective trainer with effective techniques. If you are
not effective, no matter how good your intentions are you might as well be
looking west for the sunrise. Like the horse, you must be willing to change
and work to have the first ride an important one and remember from good things
tend to come naturally.”
A Native Texan Craig Cameron, one of the original clinicians, is on the road
more than 44 weeks a year covering 80,000 miles demonstrating the style of
horsemanship he has perfected in the last 23 years. Called the “public
defender of the horse,” Craig dedicates himself to those who educate their
horses by first educating themselves. At an age where most have long since
retired the thought of starting colts, Craig Cameron known as “The Cowboy’s
Clinician,” starts hundreds of horses each year; plus his four-day clinics
held at his ranches in Bluff Dale, TX and Lincoln, NM blend education with
entertainment.
Clinic topics range from basic to advanced horsemanship, colt starting, ranch
and cattle work, problem-solving, reining and trail obstacles. This year he
plans to incorporate horse camping and backcountry riding techniques into his
lesson plans.
Craig has created a program that builds confidence and trust between man and
horse. Rather than fight the animal, he offers patience and understanding that
leaves the horse wanting to do what is asked of him. In the early 80’s Craig
was fortunate to meet a man named Ray Hunt who opened his eyes to the art of
working through understanding when training horses. Building upon his
experiences, Craig uses a philosophy of teaching that eliminates rough
handling of horses earning him a well-deserved international following.
Craig, a life-long rancher, working cowboy and horse trainer, has just about
done it all from cow-calf, stocker operations, custom hay baling, or capturing
wild cattle for fellow ranchers. After years of bull riding on the
professional rodeo circuit and successfully operating his cattle business,
Craig, decided that it was truly the horse that attracted him. He soon
discovered his aptitude for communicating with the horse and meticulously
refined and nurtured this talent. He wanted to give back something to the
horse. When he was ready, he began conducting western horsemanship clinics and
demonstrations to help riders increase their knowledge and understanding of
their horse and to keep the cowboy tradition alive.
Craig is headquartered out of his unique Double Horn Ranch in Bluff Dale, TX
and in Lincoln, NM. www.craigcameron.com.
Western
WARM!
Roy Frey Western has lots of functional, affordable, durable western apparel to keep you warm and dry this winter. Here are our favorites:
1. Muck Boots - Comfortable, dry, light weight! Simply the very best! Make your feet happy and get a pair.
2. Heatrac Gloves - The Western Kansas Feedlot Cowboys introduced us to this brand, because they really do keep your hands warm and dry! Only $12.99 per pair. We all gave them a good test this past week and we swear by them.
3. Wild Rags - See the new Western Horseman Magazine for a great article on "wild rags". They keep your neck (face & ears too) warm and wick away the moisture. What a great look - traditional western and so functional. We carry both the silk and the new polyester that is machine washable, soft, and comes with a contrasting trim. From $10 - $30.
4. Outerwear - Nylon, down filled pillow pocket jackets (like the old Tempco's) are back in grey, beige, chocolate, and black. Vests to match, too! Canvas barn coats and arena jackets for dress.
5. Ariat Insulated & Waterproof Boots – For cowboys or
cowgirls, insulated and water proof pull on terrains with a broad toe.
Excellent for winter riding.
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6. Sheepskin Saddle Seat Cover - Helps keep your tush warm and provides a nice cushion while riding.
7. Chinks - Protect your legs, but lets you move around while working the herd or just riding the trails.
8. Boot Socks - Ariat and Thorlo are our favorites. Thin
Thorlo sock liners are perfect in the Muck boots or buckaroo boots. The
thicker Ariat socks provide great support and wicking. Ladies will love the
Thorlo hiking socks that provide a great foot bed cushion and support in your
boots.
FREE
Wrangler Rodeo Ticket Vouchers with $35 Wrangler Purchase
The PRCA Rodeo is coming to the Kansas ExpoCentre Jan. 18 &19,
and you can get a FREE ticket voucher ($15) value with any $35 Wrangler Cowboy
Cut or 20X product purchase at Roy Frey Western while they last! Don't wait
-these won't last long! Roy Frey Western is your Wrangler
"Tough Enough To
Wear Pink" apparel headquarters!
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Western Trends for 2008
The Roy Frey buying team is headed for the Denver Western Market Jan 10-13.
I’ll go out on a limb here and predict what we are seeing as the hot trends
for 2008 and give you an update in February.
Colors for Causes:
1. “Tough Enough To Wear Pink” – this was one of the most successful marketing
campaigns
ever and look for it to continue to grow and be included in most all
equine events.
2. “RED” is the new hot color for 2008. Like the Breast Cancer Awareness
campaign, the
Heart Association is having “Wear Red” events.
3. “GREEN” for the environment – everything is going green! Watch out – it’s
coming.
Square Toed Boots:
Like the fire ants, square toed boots are marching north out of Texas to
Kansas. Ariat has a new “Blackwater” broad square toe in a honey color.
Lucchese 2000 makes a beautiful chocolate Ostrich broad square toe.
Leather Sole Boots From Ariat:
Calf ropers, bulldoggers, and you traditional cowboys who like the feel of a
leather sole when riding, Ariat, listened and responded. Check out the new
“Scottsdale” leather sole roper. More styles are coming.
Performance Shirts From
Ariat:
Ariat Apparel features advanced performance technology fabrics, innovative
construction for enhanced breathability and freedom of movement. Everyone who
has purchased the new Ariat shirt has raved about them. The design is made for
the arena – roping, riding, in comfort.
Tack:
Big brow bands on bridles. BIG bling is still shining in the arena. Look for
more clinicians to design, market and sell their own equipment.
Apparel:
Smaller plaids and solid shirts for the traditional cowboys. Cowboy jeans are
getting more trendy – lower cut waists, different finishes, pocket styles, a
little flex (don’t call it “stretch”) fabric, and relaxed legs. For the
younger cowboy, more fashion forward Camo, paisley, and wall paper designs are
what’s in.
Cowgirls are still going western retro. Scully has a knock out
selection of retro blouses. Look for embellishments down the outside jean leg
that coordinates with the blouses or jackets. Jewelry is “Chunky”. Look for
embellishments on hat brims for that special look in the arena or event. Bling
belts are still sparkling.
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Purina Mills EQUESTRIAN ACADEMY New Series To Begin in January, 2008 |
The 7th Annual Purina Mills Equestrian Academy, offering excellent equine education to all levels of horse enthusiasts in the Midwest is now taking registrations. The four session series will be held on Tuesday evenings, January 29 through February 19 from 7 pm to 9 pm. We are very excited to be holding the series at the Roy Frey Western Lifestyles store, Topeka, KS again this year.
The course will target amateurs and professionals in the horse industry, 16 years of age and older, who want to further their education in equine science, as well as become more familiar with current topics in the horse industry. Certificates will be presented to the attendees who attend all four sessions.
Professionals in the equine industry, including veterinarians from the Kansas State Veterinary Teaching College, will present each session of the Equestrian Academy. Subjects covered last year included Equine Nutrition, Caring for Wounds, Infectious Diseases in the Horse, Equine Dentistry, Performance Horse Lameness, Equine Behavior and Training, and Equine Reproduction. The 2008 session topics will be announced later.
To enroll in the Equestrian Academy course, please send the accompanying registration form (get at Roy Frey Western ) with payment to the address on the form.
For more information, please call Ernie Rodina (785) 242-8748 or (785) 418-6047, or Dr. Katie Young (816) 392-0758.
Tuition - $75 per pre-registered participant for all four sessions or $25 per class as space permits. Proceeds go to the KSU Equine Unit. Minimum age limit of 16 years of age.
Held at Roy Frey Western Lifestyles, 121 N.E. US Highway 24, Topeka, KS 66608. Go to www.royfreywestern.com for directions or call 785-232-0579. Sessions will be held Tuesday evenings, 7:00 pm to 9:00 pm, January 29 through February 19, 2008. Limited to 40 participants.
Code of the West
(From "Cowboy Ethics: What Wall Street Can Learn from the Code of the West" by
James P. Owen)
• Live each day with courage.
• Take pride in your work.
• Always finish what you start.
• Do what has to be done.
• Be tough, but fair.
• When you make a promise, keep it.
• Ride for the brand.
• Talk less and say more.
• Remember that some things aren't for sale.
• Know where to draw the line.
Shirt & Blouse Sale – Buy 2 Get 1 FREE!
Use your Christmas cash to save on western shirts or blouses - Buy 2 get 1
free! Cowboys, Cowgirls & Cowkids! Any combination of 3 shirts or blouses.
Outfit the whole family and save! (Free shirt is the least expensive of the
three.) Get outfitted for the PRCA Rodeo in January. “Tough Enough To Wear
Pink” Shirts & Blouses included. Always look your western best from Roy Frey
Western!
Ozark Saddle Sale
The new, affordable Ozark Saddles are now $100 off! Get on down and saddle up
in a new saddle for 2008!
Motorcycle Boots from Ariat
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Motor Footwear Smartly designed with only the highest quality of materials
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Ariat® Smolder H2O
What’s Cooking? - At Roy Frey Western Lifestyles
How did the belief that eating black-eyed peas on New Year's Day would bring you good luck the rest of the year start? (From a posting on the Internet, so believe what you like or just enjoy the read!)
Back in the days of the Wild West, Southern gentility, and Northern hostility, our celebrated black-eyed peas were used strictly for the feeding of cattle in the South. During the Civil War battle of Vicksburg, the town was under siege for over 40 days.
No supplies went in and none came out. The entire town was on the brink of starvation. So they ate those humble "cowpeas," thus starting a southern tradition. Nowadays black-eyes are eaten every New Year's Day to bring good luck for the coming year. All the way back to the days of the Pharaoh, black-eyed peas have been a symbol of luck and fortune.
The superstition is that those who eat black-eyes, an inexpensive and modest food, show their humility and save themselves from the wrath of the heavens because of the vanity they might have. Black-eyed peas are neither a pea nor a bean. They are lentils.
A staple in the Southern diet for over 300 years, black-eyed
peas have long been associated with good luck and are traditionally eaten on
New Year's Day.
Just so we don’t miss out on any “Luck and Fortune”, we make a black-eyed pea
salsa for New Year’s Day. Enjoy and I hope it brings you “Luck and Fortune”
too!
“Good Luck” Black-Eyed Pea Salsa
4 large tomatoes, seeded and chopped (Roma’s are best)
1 pkg (16 oz) frozen corn, thawed
1 can (15 ½ oz) black-eyed peas, rinsed & drained (or use frozen)
½ Cup chopped green pepper
3 green onions
2 Tablespoons minced fresh cilantro
1 Cup Italian salad dressing
Assorted tortilla chips
In a large bowl, combine the first six ingredients. Drizzle with dressing and toss to coat. Serve with a slotted spoon as a salad with tortilla chips or over pork.
Cactus Working Cow Horse Used Saddle
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Here's a great used saddle for sale at Roy Frey Western.
Cactus, 16" seat
Working Cowhorse saddle just like new! Beautiful conchos.
This is a great
using saddle. Come see it and give it a test ride at the
store. $1,900
Dates & Events – Mark your calendars!
Kansas Thoroughbred Assn Stallion
Service Auction, January 5, 2008.
Held during the KS Thoroughbred Assn 22nd Annual Convention at the Topeka
Holidome, SW Fairlawn Road.
Presentations by Dr. Shane DeWitt, KSU Vet
Medicine College and others. A full day of talks and an evening of
awards and
Stallion Services to be sold. Contract Pam Davis 785-457-2863.
Topeka Farm Show featuring Craig
Cameron, January 8-10, 2008.
2008 Topeka Farm Show Craig Cameron’s Horsemanship Clinics Tuesday, January
8th 12:30 pm & 3:30 pm;
Wednesday, January 9th, 1 pm & 6:00 pm;
Thursday, January 10th 11:30 am & 2:30 pm. Craig Cameron’s
Horsemanship
Demonstration will be held daily during the three-day 2008 Topeka Farm Show.
Craig’s 60- to 90-
minute clinics are packed with vital information that any
horse person will value. A question-and-answer session is
held at the end of
each demo plus Craig is on hand throughout the three-day event to answer your
questions.
Topeka PRCA Rodeo (Kansas Expocentre, Topeka, KS, from Jan.18, 2008 07:30
pm to Jan.19, 2008 07:30 pm)
The annual Topeka PRCA Rodeo will be held nightly Jan 18 & 19 at 7:30 p.m. at
the Kansas Expocentre.
The Friday evening performance, Jan 18th is
"Tough Enough to
Wear Pink" sponsored by Wrangler. Get your
pink western shirts at Roy Frey’s.
KQHA Annual Meeting & Awards Banquet, Jan 19, 2008. The
Quality Inn, Salina, KS. 9 am – Youth Meeting;
10 – Amateur Meeting; 1 pm –
General Membership & Awards presentation; 5:30 Happy Hour & Silent auction;
7
pm – buffet & Special Awards; 9 pm – Team Trivia. Reservation deadline Jan 8.
Contact Sandy Parker for more information 785-836-3365
2008 Wahl Walkabout Tour - Clinton Anderson (American Royal
Center, Kansas City, MO, from January 19, 2008
08:00 AM to January 20, 2008
08:00 PM)
See RFD TV star Clinton Anderson in person at the American Royal Center,
Kansas City, Missouri, January 19-20,
2008. Tickets are $25. For more
information go to www.downunderhorsemanship.com
Jackson County Livestock Association Annual Expo (Holton, KS -
JA CO Fairgrounds, from January 26, 2008
12:00 pm to January 26, 2008 10:00
pm)
See the Roy Frey Western fashion show, Sat evening and enjoy the great steak
dinner starting at 5 PM, followed
by entertainment and vendors at the Jackson
County Fairgrounds
Purina KSU Vet Equestrian Academy
(Roy Frey Western, 121 NE US
Hwy 24,Topeka, KS, from January 29, 2008
07:00 pm to February 19, 2008 07:00
pm)
The 7th Annual Purina Mill Equestrian Academy is coming back to Roy Frey
Western for it's four session series in 2008.
The course will be held on
Tuesday evenings, 7-9 p.m., Jan. 29 and going thru Feb. 19. Topics will be
nutrition, health
care and training. These are great courses to bring you up
to date on what's happening in the horse health and well being
regardless
whether you are a professional or just wanting to own a horse - don't miss
out! Limited to 40 participants. Cost
is $75 for all four sessions or $25 per
individual session with proceeds going to the KSU Equine Unit. Call Katie
Young
816-392-0758 or Ernie Rodina 785-242-8748 to reserve a spot.
Applications available at Roy Frey Western store.
Click Here to view flyer.
Click Here to view details about the academy.
Click Here for Registration Form.
EquiFest of Kansas (Kansas Coliseum, Wichita, KS, from
February 29, 2008 08:00 am to March 02, 2008 06:45
pm)
Held at the newly remodeled Wichita Coliseum in Wichita, KS, this event
features world class clinicians, trade show, and
fun for anyone who loves
horses. This event is presented for the 11th year by the Kansas Horse Council.
More information
can be found at
www.kansashorsecouncil.com For more details,
Click Here
to view detailed flyer.
5th Annual Horseman's Priority Clinic (Kansas Expocentre,
Topeka, KS, from February 02, 2008 10:00 am to
February 03, 2008 05:00 pm)
Feb. 2-3 5th ANNUAL HORSEMAN'S PRIORITY CLINIC, Kansas Expo Centre, RR Domer
Livestock Arena,
Topeka, KS. A great learning and fellowship time. Bring your
horse for a weekend of fellowship, education, good riding
and good food!
Starts Saturday 10:00 a.m. Open riding on Saturday evening and Sunday
afternoon. For more information,
call Ernie Rodina at (785) 418-6047 or Terri
DeLouche (660) 441-1697.
Click
Here to view/print detailed flyer.
Buster McLaury Clinic - Heartland Ranch, Topeka (Heartland
Ranch, Topeka, KS, from March 13, 2008 08:00 am
to March 16, 2008 06:00 pm)
Colt starting, horsemanship, cattle handling and ranch roping. Contact Rex
Buchman, 620-794-5443, brbuchman@gmail.com
or call Heartland Ranch 785-836-2020.
Cost is $475 for colt starting; $375 for horsemanship; $20 cattle charge for
cattle
classes; $15 per day for stalls; $10
per day for arena use.
Better Horses Radio
Tune in Sunday mornings at 6:00 a.m. to 106.9 FM radio for the Better Horses show starring Ernie Rodina (Bronco Ernie) and co-host, Dawn Dawson. Ernie highlights area trainers and horse happenings. Listen for Jo & Dewayne to talk about trends in the industry and new product arrivals at Roy Frey Western. For more information, visit www.betterhorsesradio.com
Helping Hands Humane Society
Roy Frey Western encourages you to adopt a Helping Hands Humane Society, Topeka or Jefferson County Humane Society dog that needs a farm/ranch life and would be good around livestock. We are proud to help find these loving dogs a new home. Get a $10 cook book for yourself or give one as a gift and help the HHHS.
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Website Links to our Partners:
Holton Trailer Sales - www.holtontrailers.com
Better Horses Network - www.betterhorsesnetwork.com
Better Horses Radio - www.betterhorsesradio.com
Country Parson - www.thecountryparson.com
Ringneck Ranch - www.ringneckranch.net
Helping Hands Humane Society - www.topekahumaneshelter.org
Jefferson County Humane Society - www.jfcountypets.com
Saddle & Sirloin of Kansas City - www.saddleandsirloin.com
Purina Mills Horse - www.horse.purinamills.com
Kansas Reining Horse Assn. - www.kansasreining.com
Cindy Branham - www.rockin-rc.com
Kansas State Equestrian Sports - www.kstatesports.com
Kansas Horse Council - www.kansashorsecouncil.com
Equi-Venture Promotions - www.equiventurepromotions.com
Kansas Nat'l Barrel Horse Assn. - www.ksnbha.com
Heritage Tractor, Topeka - http://www.heritagetractor.com
Karen Russell-12 Steps to a Better Ride - www.karenrussellsteps.com
Farview Farms Meat Company - www.farviewfarmsmeat.com
Flying W Ranch - www.flying-w-ranch.net
Topeka Round-Up Club - www.topekaroundupclub.com
American Cowboy -
www.cowboyday.com
Remember, you can always visit our web page and check our calendar for all the equine events in the area . . . visit us at www.royfreywestern.com.
We've got
everything for ridin', ropin', rodeoin'
Jeans, hats, and boots & tack for
showin'
We've got it all from tack to ties
So
Cowboy up down at Roy Frey's!
Jo Turner
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