Extension, Animal & Range Sciences

The Training Class Horse Sale is becoming an integral part of MSU's Equine Science Department. It is a many–faceted annual project that allows students to gain skills in all aspects of horse training and handling, horse marketing, sale planning, communication, and networking. The students are responsible for their assigned horse’s training from September through sale day in April.

The sale occurs on Saturday April 26, 2008 at the Bob Miller Stock Pavilion (W. Garfield St., Bozeman). The Buyer’s Dinner starts at 5:30 pm, the Special Preview begins at 6:00 pm, and the sale kicks off at 7:00 pm.

Training Class Instructor, Wade Black is a graduate student at MSU working towards his master's degree in the Department of Animal and Range Sciences. His extensive experience in training horses began in his childhood; having grown up on large ranches in Nevada and Idaho. Black learned the trade from his father, Martin Black; grandfather, Ray Hunt; and many other renowned horsemen. Black practices and teaches his "foundation for perfection" techniques in the training classes at MSU. This is his second year instructing the classes.

Lek — 2005 Blue Roan Mare

Donor: Kountz Arena

STUDENT REMARKS – Mindy Brown: Lek is a beautiful true blue roan filly with nice conformation to match her color. She is gentle, friendly and easy to catch. She listens well and is very willing to learn. She stands nicely when mounting and dismounting as well as when tied. She doesn’t have a tendency to shy easily. With her quiet mind, gorgeous color, ideal size, and excellent conformation, this little mare would make an excellent mount or be an asset to any breeding program.

Monster Badger — 2005 AQHA Sorrel Gelding Hip #2

Donor: Connolly Cattle Co.

STUDENT REMARKS – Hannah Gleiter: Monster Badger is wonderful sorrel gelding standing 15 hands with very nice conformation and a pedigree that speaks for itself. He stands on very correct legs, nice, large feet and is well balanced and built to do any job. This horse is very friendly and always easy to catch. He is quiet for the farrier and easy to be around. Under saddle he is responsive and athletic. This is a horse that could do anything from reining to ranch work to jumping!

That Roan Fly — 2005 AQHA Bay Mare #3

Donor: Copper Spring Ranch

STUDENT REMARKS – Kassi Albertoni: That Roan Fly is a flashy AQHA bay filly who is well bred and nicely put together at 14.3 hands. This horse is very level headed and doesn’t get excited about much. She has a cute, very feminine little face with a very affectionate personality and is very honest. She is a calm and collected horse. This horse does everything asked of her and catches on very quickly. She is easy to catch, stands tied, and is great with her feet being handled.

Oro Maiden — 2005 Appendix AQHA Smoky Buckskin Mare Hip #4

Donor: Diamond R Stables

STUDENT REMARKS – Will Kayser: Oro Maiden is a sweet natured 14.3 hand smoky buckskin mare with a big motor. Her sporty build, unique color, and desire to work allow her to go in many directions, English or western. This mare is very responsive and soft and has a lot of go, yet she is reasonably quiet for a three–year old.

Ford Creek Pesco — 2005 AQHA Sorrel Gelding Hip #5

Donor: Montana Horse Co.

STUDENT REMARKS – Josh Doely: With a level mind and a willing attitude, Ford Creek Pesco is a sorrel gelding to take a look at. Standing 14.2 hands high with a very nice hip and lots of muscle, he is gentle and calm. He travels very relaxed and quiet. He is very trainable and would be good for a variety of jobs.

Ford Creek Babi — 2005 AQHA Bay Mare Hip #6

Donor: Montana Horse Co.

STUDENT REMARKS – Sarah Leavy: Ford Creek Babi is a rugged, stout, well built filly standing 14.3 hands that has the disposition and build to cover country. With her solid black feet and big–boned build, Babi will be an asset to any operation. She is very willing and responsive. She has a lot of energy and steps out well. She has a sound mind, is willing to learn and she’s trustworthy. She needs an experienced rider who is willing to put in the time and be consistent.

Siraj BR — 2005 Half–Arabian Sorrel Gelding Hip #7

Donor: Brenda and Craig Faulkner

STUDENT REMARKS – Stephanie Hunter: If you are looking for a gelding that is willing to try anything, you’ve found your horse. Siraj BR has a very solid foundation that could take him any direction. He is very trusting with personality plus! He would rather be at your side than with other horses. Siraj is very responsive, has a good stop, picks up desired leads, and moves well laterally off of leg pressure. He bathes, clips, ties, and is good with his feet. I have also started him over low jumps. His flashy markings guarantee him to stand out in any crowd. This boy will not disappoint!

Peanut Sin Kid — 2005 APHA Bay Tobiano Mare Hip #8

Donor: Diamond R Stables

STUDENT REMARKS – Devon Powell: Peanut Sin Kid is a flashy 2005 APHA bay and white tobiano filly. She stands 14.2 hands with correct and balanced conformation and is still growing and filling out nicely. Her trot is as smooth as that of a gaited horse. She has had a rope thrown off of her and has been started on the barrel pattern. She is well mannered with a gentle disposition. If you are looking for a horse with beautiful markings and a fantastic attitude, look no further.

Ford Creek Straight — 2005 AQHA Bay Mare Hip #9

Donor: Montana Horse Co.

STUDENT REMARKS – Nikki Bailey: Ford Creek Straight is an attractive, easy to handle bay mare standing 14.2 hands high. She is a reliable, level-headed horse that has lots of try and is always willing to learn. This is a horse you can get on and go with. With Doc O’Lena on her papers, she has the bloodlines of a reliable cow horse, but with her solid foundation and classy looks she has the potential for any discipline. She is a gentle, trustworthy horse who needs very little warm–up and will go all day for you.

Blue Lightning Eyes — 2005 AQHA Blue Roan Mare Hip #10

Donor: Kountz Arena

STUDENT REMARKS — Cliff Toone: What a beautiful blue roan filly! Blue Lightning Eyes is 14.2 hands, a beautiful blue roan color with no white markings, long straight legs and plenty of speed. She has the energy to go all day for you. With a sharp eye and a quiet, respectful disposition this mare is an excellent prospect. Enjoy a great horse!

Babylon Road — 2003 AQHA Sorrel Mare Hip #11

Donor: Montana Horse Co.

STUDENT REMARKS – Mariah Lewis: This 14.2 hand sorrel mare is stout and nicely–built. She is very sociable and enjoys human and equine company alike. She has a level–headed, confident disposition. With her intelligence she learns new tasks with confidence and ease. She is lively and responsive with smooth gaits. With her sure–footedness and work ethic she would be a hard–working asset to anyone. She has a big heart and gives her all in everything she does.

LH Ace High Chex — 2005 Appendix AQHA Red Roan Mare Hip #12

Donor: Gasser Quarter Horses

STUDENT REMARKS — Michelle Goodman: LH Ace High Chex is a 14.2 hand red roan mare with a very nice, athletic conformation and lots of personality. She is easy to catch, lead, tie, saddle, and shoe. Athletic and a quick learner, Chex will be a great horse to get any job done. She was not started until December, so she’s not as far along in training as the others and will need an experienced rider, but it won’t take long to make her into an excellent mount.

Modocs Flashy Lena — 2005 AQHA Sorrel Mare Hip #13

Donor: Gasser Quarter Horses

STUDENT REMARKS – Leslie Dyer: Modocs Flashy Lena is a tremendous little mare standing 14.1 hands; she is a rich sorrel with a blaze and four socks. This filly may be on the smaller side, but she is extremely athletic. She stops and backs on a loose rein, leg yields, rides collected, and does walk–canter departures. She is very soft–mouthed and responds well to seat cues. On the ground she is very quiet: easy to catch, lead, tie, handle feet, bath, clip, etc. She offers immense versatility with her athletic conformation and easy disposition.

Calamity & ’08 Filly — 2005 APHA Bay Roan Overo Mare and ’08 Palamino Overo Filly Hip #14

Donor: Kountz Arena

STUDENT REMARKS — Whitney Lumsden: "Calamity" is a 14 hand bay roan overo mare with a wide blaze and four white socks. She is a very well mannered, friendly horse, both on the ground and while riding. Easy to catch and saddle, and her feet are easy to handle. She has a smooth gait and is very responsive to pressure. She has a good start on rollbacks, lead changes, both forehand and hindquarter pivots. Her easy going nature would make her a great youth horse. She is also a great mom! Her filly, "Dally", was born March 30th and is a gorgeous palamino overo with four white socks, an apron face, and pretty blue eyes. She is in excellent health. Both sell without papers.

Sales Personnel

Important Notices

There is no limited warranty made by the auctioneer, Montana State University, as to the merchantability or fitness for particular purpose of any animal offered for sale in this auction. Prospective bidders are cautioned that warranties on horses purchased are only as stated in the conditions of sale. Veterinary assistance is available at bidders’ expense on request to auctioneer. Examine horses before bidding.

To avoid making costly errors, please pay close attention to all announcements made from the auction stand, especially concerning horses on which you intend to bid. All announcements by the auctioneer at the time of the sale are made on behalf of the consignor and will take precedence over the printed provisions of the Sale Catalog.

After making the final bid on horse, you will be asked to complete and sign the Acknowledgment of Purchase Form. Be sure to confirm the correct hip number and final bid before you sign. Please print your name and address clearly, as this document is used for the AQHA and APHA Certificate transfers, invoicing, and in publishing sale results. Please supply your AQHA or APHA ID Number (if you have one) and/or SS number. We must see a driver’s license at the time you fill out the purchase agreement.

Please be reminded that title passes at the fall of the hammer, at which time the purchase assumes all risk and responsibility to move horses after the sale.

In order to remove a horse from the grounds, you must obtain a Stable Release from the sales office. Please confirm that the release you ontain represents the correct hip number. Also be sure to give the release to the person ultimately responsible for removing your horse from the fairgrounds so they can travel.

First: SALE TICKET. At the conclusion of the bidding on each lot, the successful bidder will immediately complete the Sale Ticket presented by the clerk.

Second: PAYMENT OF AMOUNT. Not later than one hour after the conclusion of the Sale each buyer will make payment of the full purchase price. Payment will be made by United States currency, certified check, money order, traveler’s check or personal check. Canadian buyers must pay with US Currency or Certified Funds. Absolutely NO CREDIT CARDS day of sale.

Third: ORDER FOR DELIVERY. After payment of the buyer’s account is made, buyer will receive an Order For Delivery which will permit removal of the animal from the Stables.

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