The Vermilion Light Horse 4-H Club hosted its annual Rusty Bit Horse Show at the Lakeland College Riding Arena on June 16. Originally scheduled to take place at the Vermilion Agricultural Society fairgrounds, the event was moved indoors to the arena because of forecasted inclement weather.
Classes began at 8 a.m. and ran into the late afternoon. The morning featured various show classes, while the gymkhana classes, known for their fast-paced and entertaining nature, took place after lunch.
The show also served as a fundraiser for the 4-H club, welcoming registrations from equestrians outside of the club. The event featured a variety of competitions, including halter showmanship as well as English and Western classes. The gymkhana included barrel racing, pole bending, and other thrilling speed events.
Participants in each age division competed for high-point ribbons, bridles, and reins. Cash prizes were awarded to the first, second, and third place winners in each class, while ribbons were given out for places one through six. Secure Energy also donated prizes for every show class, ensuring that many participants walked away with something special. Following a time-honoured tradition, the Coutts family custom-made the Rusty Bit trophy, which was awarded to Kim Eremko, the high point grand champion, at the end of the day. Eremko also won in the adult high point division, while Kalli Usenik won in the 13-17-year-old high point division and Kassidy Enstrom won for the 12 and under division.
This event was brought to the community by the Vermilion 4-H Light Horse Club, Secure Energy, Donna’s Tack and Things Tack Shop, Craig and Andrea Usenik, Denise MacDonald, the Vermilion Agricultural Society, and Lakeland College. Their support played a crucial role in making the Rusty Bit Show a memorable event for all involved.
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