Reminiscent of the old west, riders mounted mules and horses
for a 3 Mile Mule Race, 3 Mile Horse Race and the SSMA
Playday which had 110 participants. This was one of our
largest crowds with approximately 450 spectators throughout
the four day event. People came from several states away
Texas, Arkansas, Michigan, Mississippi, Missouri, Louisiana
and Oklahoma. We always enjoy meeting new people, visiting
with long time friends, trail riding and look forward to all the
SSMA activities.
High Point Winners in each age group were, 7 & under went to
Cailyn Wallace riding Tornado; 8 to 11 year olds, was Jared
Robertson riding Pretty Boy; 12 to 14 year olds, Erica Talley on
Cinnamax; 15 to 17 year olds, the winner was Rachel Houston
on G Man; Cowgirls 18 & Over the Hill won by Cindy Christian
riding Count; Cowboys 18 & Over the Hill went to David Dodd
riding Buck.
The 3 Mile Mule Race winners were Jason Roberts on Gertrude
and in second place, Duanita Ayers on Sunshine.
David Dodd riding Buck, took first place in the 3 Mile Horse
Race and Royce Habrock on Kite came in second.
Congratuations to all the participants and winners!!!
On Sunday, October 23, The Gilbert H. Jones 50 Mile "Hell
Bent for Leather Outlaw Endurance Race" saw a true photo
finish between David Dodd riding Buck and Kurt Carter on
Hickory, with a time of 4 hours, 34 minutes and 58 seconds.
What a Call!!! Third place winner April Robertson on
Geronimo was only minutes behind at 4 hours, 37 minutes and
2 seconds. Locomotive brought James Carlile home at fourth
place with a time of 5 hours, 11 minutes and 38 seconds. Fifth
and sixth place winners were only a second apart with D.J.
Merker on Injun Joe, at 8 hours, 28 minutes and 9 seconds;
and Mark Robertson riding Admiral, at 8 hours, 28 minutes
and 10 seconds. Last, but not least, finishing at seventh place
in 12 hours 43 minutes and 20 seconds with a "Big Grin" and
in great shape was 79 year old Tally Johnson riding
Drummer. Now, how many of you "Young" folks could do
this??? Tally has already signed up for next year!
Every year during the fall event a drawing is held for a SSMA
registered colt, donated by Rickman Mustangs. This year's
lucky winner was Sandra Hass, of Krebs, Oklahoma.
The SSMA, along with some great cooks, Mark Houston and
Mark Robertson provided us lunch of brisket with lots of
trimmings, hot dogs, snacks and drinks. Lunch was served by
Mark & Carla Houston, great job and thanks for all
donations.
Event coordinators, Bryant Rickman and Sisty Monroe
sincerely appreciate all our sponsors and participants who
help make these events a success. Sisty Monroe, states that the
Southwest Spanish Mustang Association for many years has
hosted these bi-annual events, which boost the economy of
Pushmataha County. Not only during these times, but year
round, visitors come from far and near to inquire about the
history of SSMA, Gilbert H. Jones and the Spanish Mustang
Horses, such as the Hidalgo Movie and Blackjack Mountain.
These visitors dine at local restaurants, stay overnight in
local motels, purchase feed, gas, groceries and other items
from local merchants.
As well as, enjoying the natural environment and beauty that
Pushmataha County has to offer.
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