MONTANA WINTER FAIR

January 19, 2022

Normally, we would not send out newsletters
back to back,
but
THIS IS IMPORTANT

The deadline for online "intent to enter" for
LEWISTOWN, MONTANA's
event is tomorrow, January 20th!

This will greatly help organizers to plan efficiently.

Once you have filled out the form,
you will be receiving an email on Friday, January 21st
which will give you participant contact information
if you are looking for skiers or riders.

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Note: In person team registration
where you will pay entry and boarding fees (cash or check)
will take place
in the trackside office at Fergus County Fairgrounds
from 5 pm to 8 pm on Friday, January 28th
&
from 7 pm to 9pm Saturday, January 29th
Those needing additional teammates can match up

https://montanawinterfair.com/skijoring-intent-to-enter

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We had a great conversation with organizer,
Jennifer Saunders
last night after our OFF TO THE RACES newsletter was sent
so we wanted to share details.

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~ LEWISTOWN, MONTANA ~

Next weekend, from January 27 ~ January 30
a tradition that began 75 years ago
continues.

https://montanawinterfair.com

Initially, the Montana Winter Fair was held in Bozeman,
but since it is an event celebrating Montana's agricultural heritage,
it was moved 13 years ago to a more rural setting.

Skijoring was added to the fun list of activities in 2019.
It was received with GREAT enthusiasm by local riders and skiers!
(This is their second event since 2020 was cancelled due to COVID.)

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Lewistown will have five divisions:
PeeWee (ages 9-12) ~ $5
Youth (ages 13-17) ~ $10
18 & over
Novice ~ $20
Sport ~ $30
Open $50
Fees are per team.

There is no added money.
Jackpot Payout per Division as follows:
50% ~ 1st Place
30% ~ 2nd Place
10% ~ 3rd Place
with 10% going to the Montana Winter Fair.
No additional prizes such as buckles will be awarded.

Only teams racing BOTH days will be eligible for payouts.
Teams entering only one day will be exhibition only.

Horses will be allowed to run a maximum of 4 times.
Skiers will be allowed to ski a maximum of 4 times behind different horses.
Course is a minimum of 500 feet with 8 gates and 3 jumps (no rings).
Ropes cannot exceed 50 feet and can be attached to saddle horn or behind the cantle.
See Rules and Regs for more details.

https://montanawinterfair.com/images/2022/2022.Skijoring.pdf

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If you simply want to spectate,
there are LOTS of other activities during the weekend!

On Saturday, these include a Ranch Rodeo
Stick Horse Rodeo for kids 3-8
Cook-offs and Bake-offs
Livestock Judging
Fiddle Contest

On Sunday, Cowboy Church will be held at 10 am
where Cowboy poets and musicians will come together.

We hope that everyone will spread the word and support this event
celebrating Montana's ranching heritage.
We are SO GLAD that skijoring has become a part of the Montana Winter Fair!

For specific questions, contact Jennifer at
fergus4h@montana.edu
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~ AS A REMINDER ~

Also, next weekend
Chapman Ranch Skijoring
in Clark Fork, Idaho
on January 29th

A very informative 30 minute video
was just posted on Instagram
by ranch owner, Wes Chapman

Click here to view:

https://www.instagram.com/p/CY646NFBKZR/?utm_medium=copy_link&fbclid=IwAR3tm1P6bZEKTo_0SUnSj6yAEGABRdAwVU18HP2S_5rGYSevZh6Xs3CrZ_A

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MORE NEWS! ! !

Multiple raffles
will be held during the first portion of the event
one of which is a free stud fee from Integrity Performance and Stud.
The breed is a Percheron Draft named Hacienda Jackpot.
Winners will be announced at the end of Saturday's race.

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Registration is open online
https://www.chapmanskijoring.com

Mandatory in person competitor event/dinner
on Jan 28th at 3 pm
(Please note this time has been moved up to allow for more daylight.)
at which time the course can be viewed,
and anyone still needing a teammate can be matched up.

Please direct any questions to Jenna Mickelson
booking@chapmansprings.com

Click here for course layouts.
(The map is NOT to scale and we are told the curve will be
more gentle than it appears. Also, note the ample runouts.)

https://www.chapmansprings.com/skijoringmap/

Click here for Rules & Regs
(Skiers will NOT be limited to two runs
this change will be made shortly.)

https://www.chapmansprings.com/skijoringrules/
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JOR ON! and Stay safe and healthy!

Loren Zhimanskova,
President, Skijor USA, Inc. & Skijor International, LLC