Hip #27 UMW Student Dani Gamble

Hip #28

Donated by Don Harrington PEPTO DOC WEST (AQHA)

2010 Gray Gelding

Pepto Doc West is a 3 year old, big boned, very muscled, AQHA gray gelding. If you want something moved, this boy can do it! He picks up both leads, rolls shoulders, haunches in, sidepasses, performs reining and cutting spins, and stops off your seat. This big boy has trailed cattle, been roped off of, and very few things seem to bother him. He is extremely curious about his surroundings, and likes to go explore. He has no problem with ropes around his legs or having a whip cracked off of him. He is soft off your reins and light off your legs. He will be a very willing and eager partner for anyone lucky enough to get him!

MSU Student Luka Mueller

Donated by Julie Hanson RED CHIC BARS (AQHA)

2010 Sorrel Gelding “Henry” is a very athletic 3 year old gelding, who is very willing to learn. His gaits are smooth and he is extremely sensitive and responsive. His Doc O’Lena background shows! He can get uncomfortable around new people, but once he gains your trust and understands he is being treated with fairness and kindness, he is a pleasure to work with. Style abounds from the inside to outside with this guy. Capture him before you miss out! You won’t regret taking this guy home.

Equine Boosters of MSU

Providing Support for the Animal Science-Equine Science Program at Montana State University

Top of the West Horse Sale: The Boosters hold an annual horse sale including horses which have been donated to MSU Starting Colts and Developing the Young Horse Classes by producers not only from around Montana, but beyond. Students in MSU training courses have worked with these animals for 2 semesters. By purchasing a horse at the sale, you are supporting the Equine Boosters of MSU and the Equine Science Program at Montana State University. Donate a Horse: Bob Hanson of Montana Horse Company, White Sulphur Springs, originated the “Donate a Horse” program to build support for the MSU Equine Science program by giving students the “hands on” opportunity to learn the science, economics and skills needed to train and market horses. Support the MSU Equine Science Program while promoting your business by donating a quality horse to the training courses, giving students the opportunity to develop these quality animals and place them in the Top of the West Horse Sale. Cash donations: Anyone interested in supporting the Equine Boosters of MSU may also make monetary donations directly to the treasurer. For More Info, Please Contact: Chairman: Brent Poppe: poppe4948@msn.com Treasurer: Diana Bailey: dianab@mfbf.org Gene Surber: gvsurber@theglobal.net; Sandy Gagnon: lcirclemiles@aol.com; or Bob Hanson: fordcreek@itstriangle.com

The purpose of this organization is to serve as a network that supports the needs of the equine science education program at Montana State University. Equine Boosters of MSU are organized exclusively for charitable, educational and scientific purposes to serve the interests of the equine science educational programs at Montana State University through support of equine classes, equine facilities, and public awareness of equine educational opportunities at MSU by: A. Promoting the donation of horses to the horse training classes at MSU B. Raising funds to help enhance a stronger and well developed equine educational program C. Foster public understanding of the equine science program at MSU D. Support the development of equine facilities as necessary

Different Ways to Support the Equine Boosters of MSU:

Hip #23 UMW Student Sasha Hill

Hip #24

Property of Calvin Erb MS CHIP (AQHA)

2010 Sorrel Mare

MS CHIP is a 3 year old AQHA sorrel mare that is 15 hands tall. She is desensitized to the flag at walk, trot and canter. She can be saddled, unsaddled, and mounted from either side. You can also mount her from the fence. She has had hobbles on, done well on trail rides in the mountains, and loads in a trailer nicely. She has been shod and handled it very well. She tracks a cow pretty good, doesn’t mind a rope, and can drag a barrel and a log. MS Chip picks up the correct leads and will also stand still. This nice quiet mare would be an asset to any person or family that is looking for a solid partner to have.

MSU Student Sarah Clinton

Donated by Mark Harrington LAST DANDY DOLL (AQHA)

2009 Gray Mare “Rouge” is an energetic mare who is always ready to do anything to please her rider. She is a very friendly mare and loves attention. Rouge is a comfortable ride and is able to perform a multitude of maneuvers. With the foundation set; she could go any direction, from working cows, to western pleasure, to jumping. She is open to new things and tries very hard to do whatever is asked of her. This gray mare will catch your attention and keep it; don’t lose sight of her!

Horse Sale Terms & Conditions:

1. The highest bidder is the buyer. Any dispute between two or more

bidders, sole authority to settle the dispute as he sees fit is reserved by the auctioneer, including the right to reject any or all bids.

2. Terms of the sale are cash, bankable check or approved credit card. 3. When a horse is sold, title shall pass to the buyer. 4. Horses are offered for sale according to the laws of the State of

Montana, and the right to bid is reserved for all sellers in this sale. 5. Horses are at the buyer’s expense and risk and responsibility from the

time of the purchase, but no delivery will be made until final settlement has been made.

6. There is no guarantee of any kind as to the soundness or condition or other quality of any horse sold in this sale.

7. The sale management, auctioneers, and employees act as agents for the sellers, but assume no liability for either buyer or sellers. Any representations made by the sale management are made on behalf of the seller.

8. Every effort has been made to ensure correctness of the catalog. However, sales management, printer and auctioneer assume no re-sponsibility for errors or omissions.

9. Checks should be made payable to: Headwaters Livestock 10. Sellers have the right to bid. The auctioneer may protect the seller. 11. Any person attending this auction does so at his/her own risk and no

liability, duty, obligation, and/or responsibility shall be imposed upon MSU, Equine Boosters of MSU, Isbell Auctions, Headwaters Livestock, Copper Spring Ranch, Miles City Community College, University of Montana-Western, or any of their agents, for any accident, injury, mishap, theft, damage and/or any other harm, regardless of the source or imposition.

12. Settlement Procedures: 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 Account: Not later than 1 hour after 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, personal check, or credit card. Canadian buyers must pay with US Currency or Certified Funds! 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.

Hip #21 MCC Student Jessica Forseth

Donated by AW or Nancy Larson BUCKYS LAST DOCOMITE (AQHA)

2009 Red Roan Gelding Buckys Last Docomite, a.k.a. “Hondo,” is a 2009 red roan gelding with a lot of look and a big heart. He travels nice and handles change well. He is gentle and likes attention.

Hip #22 MSU Student Brianna Jones

Donated by Chip Gasser LH TASHAS MS COLONEL (AQHA)

2009 Sorrel Mare “Nalla” is a laid back three year old filly with get up and go. She is very responsive and excellent to be around on the ground. She stands tied, enjoys brushing, and handling her feet is super easy. She goes well under saddle and is fearless and willing. She walks, trots, and lopes both ways solidly, and is becoming quite proficient with her lateral work as well. Nalla is confident, brave, and will cross anything in her path from tarps to water crossings. Nothing fazes her. Check her out and don’t miss out on this dandy filly!

Gasser Quarter Horses Loyd and Chip Gasser of Hamer, Idaho have been raising good Quarter Horses for almost 50 years. Loyd says they started their cow/calf operation in 1969, and currently run their cattle on Monida Pass, trailing them 50 miles from winter to summer pasture and back with their home-raised horses. The foundation for their broodmare bunch came from the King Ranch back in 1948.

Harrington and Hirschy Ranches

The Harrington Ranch has been raising quarter horses for almost 60 years, having produced a national college barrel racing champion, numerous roping, PRCA/WPRA and high school rodeo winners as well as show ring winners. The Harrington and Hirschy ranches focus on performance and pedigree. They currently breed 6 stallions, including the new addition of Cash Us McClain (by Nu Cash), earner of over $50,000 as NRCHA Hackamore Non-Pro Champion, NRCHA Reserve Non-Pro Bridle Champion, NRCHA 3rd Non-Pro Snaffle Bit Futurity. They also breed own sons of First Down Dash, Peptos Stylish Oak, Paddys Irish Whiskey, Doc O Dynamite, and Oklahoma Fuel. They have one of the largest bands of Doc O Dynamite mares in the region. Their young horses are run in big, rough country to mature, earning their way on the ranch before going on to the arena, show ring, or for pleasure. The horses are bred for disposition, soundness, conformation, and cow with speed and brains. The Harrington ranch raises cattle and horses in Dillon and the Grasshopper Valley. The Hirschy family has ranched in the Big Hole for over 110 years, and runs cow/calf and year-ling operations in the Big Hole and near Twin Bridges.

Montana Horse Company Montana Horse Company is a 4th generation working cattle ranch just south of White Sulphur Springs, MT. Bob Hanson and his family welcomed CHIC OLENA 0067 to the Montana Horse Company in July 2007 to replace their late stallion GINNIN ROAD (1998-2007). CHIC OLENA 0067 was standing stallion from Miller Land and Livestock, of Wyoming, where he was in training for the National Reining Futurity. CHIC OLENA 0067 is a full brother to SMART CHIC OLENA (LTE $167,400+), NRHA Hall of Fame Champion, and was the only stallion to win AQHA World Championships in Reining and Cutting, and with offspring earnings of $5,291,200+. Chic Olena 0067 has a wonderful disposition, great conformation and passes along his superior genetics to his foals.

Open Spear Ranch

The OPEN SPEAR RANCH is a family-owned ranching operation located in south central Montana north of Big Timber. We raise quality registered American Quarter Horses and commercial cattle. The OPEN SPEAR RANCH currently runs 40 registered top quality quarter horse broodmares carrying foundation bloodlines of: High Brow Cat, Docs Hickory, Peptoboonsmal, Reminic, Playgun, Peppy San Badger, Freckles Playboy, Montana Doc, Nu Cash, Chic Please, CD Olena, That Sly Cat, Mister Dual Pep, Two Eyed Jack, Doc Bar, Doc O’Lena, King Fritz, Dual Rey and more. Our studs are sons of Peptoboonsmal, High Brow Cat, Docs Hickory and a grandson of Shining Spark/Freckles Playboy. These OSR horses exhibit super dispositions and we have many cutting, reining, roping, working cow horse, and stud prospects for sale private treaty.

Walker Quarter Horses G.J. Walker & Sally Jane Brothers

G.J. and Sally Jane stand GS Invest In Me in Anaconda. GS Invest In Me is siring Halter & Pleasure winners that have good minds and gentle dispositions. His sire, Vested Pine, is 1996 Congress Western Pleasure Limited Maturity Champion; Top 10 in 3 World Shows in Jr. Western Pleasure; 95.5 Western Pleasure points, 5 Western Riding points and 3.5 Halter points. Vested Pine is the Sire of Brittany Pine - 2004 World Champion Jr. Western Pleasure Horse, and Vested Faith - Reserve World Champion Jr. Western Pleasure Horse. His dam, Good And Gorgeous, is winner of $18,000 in 2-Yr Old pleasure futurities; has a ROM in Western Pleasure, and is a full sister to Good Version. GS Invest In Me is Incentive Fund Nominated.

Erin Baar & Darcy Dahle The Equine Boosters of MSU would also like to thank Erin Baar and Darcy Dahle for donating some nice colts!

THANK YOU!!THANK YOU!!

Hip #20 MSU Student Jessica Roloff

MCC Student Dakota Gaustad

Hip #19 Donated by AW & Nancy Larson BUCKYS LAST ADOC (AQHA)

2009 Palomino Mare Buckys Last Adoc is a flashy palomino mare with lots of go. She has tons of heart and really watches a cow. Handles well and is ready to work.

Donated by Barry Fullmer “Banner” (GRADE)

SELLS WITH NO PAPERS 2010 Brown Gelding

“Banner” is an easy going guy with a downright charming personality. He is “cowy” and has enjoyed the time spent trailing cows and team penning. Even without papers, you can see his excellent Wyoming ranch horse background. He has really grown lately, both in maturity and stature, and is coming into himself nicely. Easy to handle and willing to please; this dandy is one you don’t want to miss out on!

SELLS WITH NO PAPERS

UMW Student Dani Gamble Hip #18

Donated by Chad & Verna Holland MT BONNER (AQHA)

2009 Bay Mare “Lola” is a very flashy, 15 hand, dark bay mare with four white boots. Lola is a 4 year old that brings present day maturity to do a job right away for you. This mare is very smooth to ride over all terrain and light off your reins and seat. She is hobble broke, can lope off from a walk, pick up both leads, do simple lead changes, stop off her hinds, perform cutting and reining spins, back circles fluidly, and neck rein with ease. This mare will make a great cow horse and has already begun cutting, herding, and roping. She has a calm, steady mind, but is quick and eager to learn anything you want to teach her. She has drug barrels, poles, and tarps without a care in the world, and doesn't mind ropes around her legs. She has been ridden bareback, had a whip cracked on her, and knows how to lay down on cue. If you are looking for a solid mare that will go anywhere and do anything, she is the one for you.

MCC Student Michelle Lucke

Hip #17 Donated by Dan & Dennis Pierce “Taxi” (GRADE)

SELLS WITH NO PAPERS 2010 Chestnut Gelding

This three year old gelding has a nice disposition. He stands 14.3 hands and is still growing. He has good bone and black feet.

SELLS WITH NO PAPERS

Consigner’s Index Hip #

Consignee (School-Donor)

Horse Name

Age

Breed

Sex

1 MSU-Robert Hanson NATURALLY SPUNKY 2009 AQHA G

2 MSU-Loyd Gasser MODOCS HICKORY CHEX 2009 AQHA M

3 UMW-Mark Harrington CHARMINE STYLE 2010 AQHA M

4 MCC-Debra Smith FLAMING DR PEPTO 2008 AQHA G

5 MSU-Robert Hanson FRITZ CHIC 2009 AQHA M

6 MSU-Erin Baar STORMY SUNS DESIRE 2010 AQHA M

7 MCC-Doug & Penny Young DUAL TIN SALLY 2008 AQHA M

8 UMW-Chad & Verna Holland CASHIN COCO 2009 AQHA M

9 MSU-GJ Walker & Sally Jane Mosby

GS INVEST IN COLOR 2010 AQHA G

10 UMW-Calvin Erb SHESA CHEX TO 2010 AQHA M

11 UMW-Chad & Verna Holland CASHIN GROVER 2010 AQHA G

12 MSU- Open Spear Ranch Family PTR

OSR CHEX THE CHICK 2009 AQHA M

13 MSU-Don Harrington DUAL PEPPIN WHISKEY 2009 AQHA M

14 MCC-AW or Nancy Larson BUCKYS LAST 911 2009 AQHA G

15 UMW-Mark Harrington WHISKEY DINOMITE 2009 AQHA M

16 MSU- Open Spear Ranch Family PTR

OSR SMOKEY OLENA 2009 AQHA M

17 MCC-Dan & Dennis Pierce “Taxi” 2010 Grade G

18 UMW-Chad & Verna Holland MT BONNER 2009 AQHA M

19 MCC-AW & Nancy Larson BUCKYS LAST ADOC 2009 AQHA M

20 MSU-Barry Fulmer “Banner” 2010 Grade G

21 MCC-AW or Nancy Larson BUCKYS LAST DOCOMITE 2009 AQHA G

22 MSU-Chip Gasser LH TASHAS MS COLONEL 2009 AQHA M

23 UMW-Calvin Erb MS CHIP 2010 AQHA M

24 MSU-Mark Harrington LAST DANDY DOLL 2009 AQHA M

25 MSU-Robert Hanson “Sham” Grade G

26 MSU- Open Spear Ranch Family PTR

OSR HICKORY BO 2009 AQHA M

27 UMW-Don Harrington PEPTO DOC WEST 2010 AQHA G

28 MSU-Julie Hanson RED CHIC BARS 2010 AQHA G

Hip #1 MSU Student Lane Graham

Donated by Robert Hanson NATURALLY SPUNKY (AQHA)

2009 Sorrel Gelding

Naturally Spunky is a very smart, well built sorrel colt who is fun to ride and easy to get along with. His excellent conformation makes him a great prospect for roping and ranch work. He loves cows, has been roped off, picks up both leads, and moves very nicely off of leg pressure. He is very willing and has a funny personality that makes him a joy to be around. You will not regret purchasing Naturally Spunky and adding him to your herd!

NOTICES: Care & Removal of Horses—Important!!

Please be reminded that title passes at the fall of the hammer, at which time the purchaser assumes

all risk and responsibility to move horses after the sale. All sale horses must be removed from the premises

of Copper Spring Ranch no later than 5:00 pm on the day following the sale (April 7, 2013).

Stable Release:

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 obtain represents

the correct Hip Number. Also, be sure to give the release to the person ultimately responsible for removing

your horse from the grounds so they can travel.

Hip #16 MSU Student Rebecca Ward

UMW Student Kamille Bergquist

Hip #15 Donated by Mark Harrington WHISKEY DINOMITE (AQHA)

2009 Chestnut Mare “Fox” is a quiet, and gentle, 15.2h, 4 year old AQHA chestnut mare with a splash of white on her hind legs and face. This mare is supple and light in the bridle and moves easily off of leg pressure. She holds vertical flexion and moves with desirable impulsion and collection, making her a naturally smooth and sure-footed traveler. Fox is tentative to her rider; she travels willingly on a loose or collected rein at any gait and rates to seat. She has fluid forward and downward transitions, as well as solid and straight stopping power. This mare has been out on trails, through water crossings, up and down hills, traveled in the front, middle and back of the group, she has a lot of exposure tracking and rating to a roping machine, dragging poles and barrels, and working live cattle. This mare is well mannered, ties and/or hobbles, trailers, stands for the farrier, and nearly bridles herself. Fox has a great foundation built with balance and foot control, she sidepasses, moves off of leg yields, turns on the haunches and forehand, her riders can work gates.

Donated by Open Spear Ranch Family PTR OSR SMOKEY OLENA (AQHA)

2009 Brown Mare

“Maggie May” is a beauty! She has the build of a cow horse and style to compete! You can see her good bloodlines on the ground. She’s a Peptoboonsmal grand daughter, and it shows. She has been willing to try anything I throw at her, and is confident enough to follow through. She’s neither lazy nor a runaway. She’s got enough pep in her step to keep you moving in any direction. Maggie is friendly, but not spoiled, and handles everything I throw at her like a champ. She is very willing and is waiting to do the job you give her. She’s a gem! Take her home where she’ll really shine!

Hip #5 MSU Student Anna Dorough

MCC Student Dani Madill

Hip #4 Donated by Debra Smith FLAMING DR PEPTO (AQHA)

2008 Red Roan Gelding Flaming Dr Pepto (grandson of Peptoboonsmal) is a 4 year old red roan gelding. He has good bone, feet and heart. He is a fast learner and quick on his feet. He would be a great addition to your family.

Donated by Robert Hanson FRITZ CHIC (AQHA)

2009 Bay Mare

“Adrian” is smart, very aware, and her mind is always working. She needs a rider who will stay one step ahead of her. She is quite athletic and is a nice mover. While she is well started, this mare will not be fit for everyone and requires an advanced rider. She is one of those horses people talk about when they say “the tough starts always turn out to be the best horses.” With some time and consistency, she’s got the goods to become a real show stopper. She is both pretty and smart. You don’t want to regret passing her by.

Thank You!!!

For attending the Equine Boosters of MSU’s Top of the West Horse Sale!!

Thank you, also, for supporting the Equine Programs at:

Montana State University; University of Montana-Dillon, and Miles Community College!

WE APPRECIATE YOU!

NOTICES: Care & Removal of Horses—Important!!

Please be reminded that title passes at the fall of the hammer, at which time the purchaser assumes

all risk and responsibility to move horses after the sale. All sale horses must be removed from the premises

of Copper Spring Ranch no later than 5:00 pm on the day following the sale (April 7, 2013).

Stable Release:

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 obtain represents

the correct Hip Number. Also, be sure to give the release to the person ultimately responsible for removing

your horse from the grounds so they can travel.

MCC Student Kyle Easley

Hip #7 Donated by Doug & Penny Young DUAL TIN SALLY (AQHA)

2008 Sorrel Mare Stout, well put together 5 year old mare. No buck with plenty of go. Quick with her feet.

MSU Student Erika Metroka

Hip #6 Donated by Erin Baar STORMY SUNS DESIRE (AQHA)

2010 Chestnut Mare “Timna” is a spunky three year old chestnut filly. She has a good mind and picks things up extremely fast. This athletic filly has the basics down and is ready for an intermediate rider to give her a job to do. If you are looking for a horse that moves off your leg and is willing to please, look no further, this is the horse for you! She’s a pretty one, too!

Hip #9 MSU Student Steffani Herrera

UMW Student Aza Hill

Hip #8 Donated by Chad & Verna Holland CASHIN COCO (AQHA)

2009 Gray Mare Cashin Coco is a 4 year old, 15 hands tall, gray AQHA mare. She has been ridden outside in the mountains and across the pasture. She loads into the trailer, crosses creeks, has been hobbled, and is good with her feet. Cashin Coco will drag a log and can be roped on. She has been tracking and roping on a hot heels machine and has been around some cattle. She has been desensitized to a flag and stands to be saddled and unsaddled no matter what side. She accepts the bit nicely and keeps her head down to bridle. Has a nice slow trot, but will also step out and lope on cue.

Donated by GJ Walker & Sally Jane Mosby GS INVEST IN COLOR (AQHA)

2010 Sorrel Gelding

“Charlie” is a very friendly, sound minded guy. If you give a whistle at the gate, he will come happily to greet you. He moves right off and has potential in any direction with his willing personality. Charlie is a dream to ride with his comfortable gaits and transitions; bringing out those western pleasure bloodlines. With his easy going attitude, he does need a strong leader to keep him going in the right direction. His ground manners are impeccable; he stands well for the farrier, to be saddled, leads well, and is easy to bridle. He is ready for someone to continue his training and figure out just how much he is willing to do to please you. Looking for the whole package? This is the one for you!

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Hip #12 MSU Student Sean Tuttle

UMW Student Carol Ann Liesen

Hip #11 Donated by Chad & Verna Holland CASHIN GROVER (AQHA)

2010 Sorrel Gelding “Pick” is a three year old AQHA sorrel gelding, 15.1 hands with a good head and dispo-sition. He has a white star on the forehead and no other markings. He’s been ridden indoors and out, arenas and pasture. Born and raised outside, he’s good with crossing water and is sure footed. He’s got lots of try and would make a great all-around ranch horse. Started on hot heels, worked cattle, he’s cowy! He’s been roped on, dragged calves, some doctoring. Pick opens gates, ties, loads well, good with his feet, and is hobble broke. Pick would make a nice little gelding with a good mind and lots of potential.

Donated by Open Spear Ranch Family PTR OSR CHEX THE CHICK (AQHA)

2009 Bay Mare

OSR Chex The Chick is an intelligent, flashy, sensitive horse who tries hard and throws her all into everything. She steps out well and has a big comfortable stride that can cover a lot of ground. She is very friendly, trusting, and willing to follow through most obsta-cles. She sidepasses, pivots, and has the groundwork to a spin. This mare stops on a dime and trails cows well, but can also get up and go on a moment’s notice. She shows potential for roping or ranch work, but could go any direction you want. Big and bay; this mare will catch your eye, and her character will keep it. Take this one home today!

MCC Student Guy Erb

Hip #14 Donated by AW & Nancy Larson BUCKYS LAST 911 (AQHA)

2009 Bay Roan Gelding “Bucky” is a great horse. He is willing to learn and is quick and agile enough to go any direction. Bucky is 14 hands with good black feet. Rope off, crosses water. Step on and head out, no warm up required.

MSU Student Heather Ridley

Hip #13 Donated by Don Harrington DUAL PEPPIN WHISKEY (AQHA)

2009 Sorrel Mare “Honey” is a calm and levelheaded little filly. She is smart, athletic, and a quick learner. Her small stature, agility, excellent conformation, and tremendous blood-lines make her a prime cutting prospect. She is very cowy. While she has a gentle demeanor, she is extremely sensitive and requires an advanced rider. In spite of Honey’s gentle demeanor, flashy markings, and small size, she is still young and not ready to be a kid’s horse. On the rare occasions she has spooked, she has nearly un-seated me, as she is very quick. This mare’s got tons of charisma and potential that you can’t pass up, and its all tucked up into such a neat little package!