Mounted Shooting

Kathie Jo at 17yrs aboard 'Blue Dog'
Bareback Bronc Norco Rodeo, CA 1958

Friends...

8 year old Kathie Jo on ''Goldie"

Kathie Jo went on to become
a trick rider, horse trainer, bareback rider and loving mother!

In keeping with the theme of my clothing I rode bareback the first stage

Durring the first stage when Cachina zigged and I zagged, I was lucky to stay astride, but opted to put the saddle back on. I admire Native American's riding skill.

Although I normally ride in a Dr. Cooks
bitless bridle, I opted for a rope halter
for authenticity.

This is was our first time shooting in public. This was a demonstration only! Not an official match, we were greenhorns to the sport.

"Thanks to Jody Joyce for taking some beautiful shots"

Cachina placed 1st in her first 3 competitions as a L1 
We moved up to a Ladies Level 3 in "08" our third year in the sport.

Photo by Aida Schreiber.

Cachina was sold  in "08"  she lives right down the street, and visits on occasion.

Cowgirls have more fun!
Helen Cheney on Violet, Cathie on Ruger.
Mothers day 2011 New Boston NH

Ruger and Cathie 2010

This was taken at the benefit for
Love Lane Therapeutic Riding Facility

Christy Hatrick preparing run (trot) at her first

Cowboy Mounted Shooting event. She came in 2nd in her class.
This was her 14th time in the saddle.
Woo Hoo!

Dorothy and her little dog Toto
My ruby slippers are hidden by the tapadero's.

Ross Taylor was under the black cloth, I had to be still for over 10 minutes for this pose.
Photo by Ron Pownel