Western Gymkhana

Riding, western style, is encouraged by a group of young horsemen and women in Nelson. Recently the group held a western-style gymkhana in the Maitai Valley. Many of the events were of the usual variety show jumping, barrel races, rescue races and the like, but here and there those taking part indulged in some un-hunt-like riding. But the general view was a tremendous amount of fun for both horses and riders.

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Wally Smith won the hack rescue race and also collected a few other rosettes

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Phil Amberger demonstrates some trick riding with "Lady"

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April Hill and Annette Damen won places in a barrel race

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Dianne Dodsworth and her pony have a cuddle

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Yvonne Tremayne's pint-sized pinto, decorated with a rosette, claims the attention of Lorraine Davey and Veronica Blake.