FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Horse Logging and Forestry Management Day Scheduled in Oregon County Alton, MO (April 8, 2010) – The Ozarks Draft Horse Association has announced the scheduling of a Horse Logging Demonstration and Forestry Management Day at Black Bell Acres outside of Alton in Oregon County on Saturday, April 24, 2010, from 10:00 AM to 3:00 PM. The event is free to the public.
Demonstrating horse logging will be Ira King, who has been logging exclusively with horses since 1993. Mr. King states that, “Horse logging is a good option for folks who care about their land, because horses are gentle on the ground.
Steve Peas, from the Missouri Department of Conservation will probably be on hand to answer questions about forestry management. Kirsten Kosinski, Vice President of the Ozarks Draft Horse Association and owner of Black Bell Acres, states, “It is important for land owners to talk to Steve, or another forester from the Department of Conservation, before having their land logged. A forester can tell you which trees have value and what the long term impacts of removing certain trees will be. He can help you develop a plan.”
The Ozarks Draft Horse Association promotes the use of draft animals, including horses, oxen, mules, etc, for work and pleasure. Monthly meetings often include demonstrations and educational activities. For more information about the Association, contact Kirsten Kosinski.
Black Bell Acres, owned by Al and Kirsten Kosinski, is a diversified farm that raises milk goats, grass fed lamb, Scottish Highland cattle, and more. Al and Kirsten also own a pair of Percheron draft horses.
Black Bell Acres is located on County Rd. 314, off of P Hwy, in Oregon County, between Alton and Rover., by the Cover Memorial Wildlife Area sign. Call Kirsten (417-778-6009) for directions and more information.
Contact :
Kirsten Kosinski
blackbellacres@yahoo.com
(417)778-6009
Wednesday, April 7, 2010
Wednesday, March 10, 2010
Interesting "Stuff"
Kirsten, Al, and their team did some log pulling recently, with the assistance of a couple of guests.
From Kirsten's email:
We had a little log skidding here at the farm.
Ira King the horselogger came out, and we all took turns driving.
Here is a picture of Ron Lennington (student driver) pulling a large log.
Here's a link to a discussion board about draft horses:
http://www.draftanimalpower.com/
Minutes of February Meeting
Ozarks Draft Horse Association Meeting Minutes
February 27, 2010
Jim and Lora McCabe’s House
Mammoth Springs, AK
Attendance: Kirsten Kosinski, Vice President, Margie Paskert, Secretary/Treasurer, and members Steve Driscoll, Mike Moore, Joanna Burgin, Ira King, Jim Mc Cabe, Lora Mc Cabe, Ron Lennington. Guests: Jenny Underwood and two sons, Matt Driscoll
Meeting Opened by: Kirsten Kosinski at 1:50 PM
Secretary's Report: Margie Paskert is the new Secretary/Treasurer and did not yet have anything to report.
President’s Report: Dennis Goodall was unable to attend.
Steve Driscoll conveyed several messages from Dennis.
1. The club currently does not have a checking account and needs one. Steve suggested that Dennis, Kirsten, Steve, and possibly Margie should all be signers on the account. Only one signature would be required on checks. Bank of Thayer would probably be our best bet as it has branches in Thayer, West Plains, and Alton, which is convenient for all potential signers.
2. The club currently has approximately $500 collected from dues.
Old Business: None.
New Business: Steve Driscoll also conveyed that Dennis is willing to build a wagon for the club. He can get running gears for $125 - $150. Dennis would provide the labor at no cost. The club would pay for all materials. It was not clear exactly how much the materials would cost. The wagon would have our name on it and could be used by members for parades, etc. The idea was put to vote and passed unanimously.
Kirsten asked for volunteers for homes for future meetings. April’s meeting is already set at Al and Kirsten Kosinski’s house. Ira King will be demonstrating logging with his horses. Joanna Burgin volunteered her home for the March meeting, but after some discussion it was decided that the McCabes would host the March meeting again as they are located more centrally.
Ideas for future meetings were called for. Inviting a 4H club or a homeschool group was suggested. Having speakers and/or demonstrations, like harnessing, were also suggested.
There is going to be a coggins clinic in Salem on March 13.
Meeting Adjourned at: Approximately 3 PM.
Please Note! There will be no March meeting of the Ozarks Draft Horse Association. Stay tuned for an announcement of the April meeting date, time, and location.
February 27, 2010
Jim and Lora McCabe’s House
Mammoth Springs, AK
Attendance: Kirsten Kosinski, Vice President, Margie Paskert, Secretary/Treasurer, and members Steve Driscoll, Mike Moore, Joanna Burgin, Ira King, Jim Mc Cabe, Lora Mc Cabe, Ron Lennington. Guests: Jenny Underwood and two sons, Matt Driscoll
Meeting Opened by: Kirsten Kosinski at 1:50 PM
Secretary's Report: Margie Paskert is the new Secretary/Treasurer and did not yet have anything to report.
President’s Report: Dennis Goodall was unable to attend.
Steve Driscoll conveyed several messages from Dennis.
1. The club currently does not have a checking account and needs one. Steve suggested that Dennis, Kirsten, Steve, and possibly Margie should all be signers on the account. Only one signature would be required on checks. Bank of Thayer would probably be our best bet as it has branches in Thayer, West Plains, and Alton, which is convenient for all potential signers.
2. The club currently has approximately $500 collected from dues.
Old Business: None.
New Business: Steve Driscoll also conveyed that Dennis is willing to build a wagon for the club. He can get running gears for $125 - $150. Dennis would provide the labor at no cost. The club would pay for all materials. It was not clear exactly how much the materials would cost. The wagon would have our name on it and could be used by members for parades, etc. The idea was put to vote and passed unanimously.
Kirsten asked for volunteers for homes for future meetings. April’s meeting is already set at Al and Kirsten Kosinski’s house. Ira King will be demonstrating logging with his horses. Joanna Burgin volunteered her home for the March meeting, but after some discussion it was decided that the McCabes would host the March meeting again as they are located more centrally.
Ideas for future meetings were called for. Inviting a 4H club or a homeschool group was suggested. Having speakers and/or demonstrations, like harnessing, were also suggested.
There is going to be a coggins clinic in Salem on March 13.
Meeting Adjourned at: Approximately 3 PM.
Please Note! There will be no March meeting of the Ozarks Draft Horse Association. Stay tuned for an announcement of the April meeting date, time, and location.
Wednesday, February 3, 2010
Beautiful Percheron Team at Work
These two registered Percheron mares, Babe and Princess, belong to Steve Driscol at Michael's Nursery in Brandsville.
Here they are working at a local Plow day in West Plains, Nov 2008.
The team was driven by Dennis Goodall at the time.
Saturday, January 23, 2010
First Meeting of the New Year! - Updated time
Hooray for 2010! The first meeting of the year is on the calendar.
390 Hidden Hill Rd, Mammoth Spring, AR 72554
Go North on Rte 9, about 2 miles from Rte 63. When you see storage on both sides of the road, look for Hidden Hill about 1/4 mile up. It will be on the right (on the left, you will see a VFW sign). Turn right into Hidden Hill and go about 1/2 mile. We are the 2nd house on the left.
Their phone# is 870-625-1101
When: Saturday, February 27TH at 1: OO PM
Where: Jim and Lora Mc Cabe's house in Mammoth Spring.
Where: Jim and Lora Mc Cabe's house in Mammoth Spring.
390 Hidden Hill Rd, Mammoth Spring, AR 72554
Go North on Rte 9, about 2 miles from Rte 63. When you see storage on both sides of the road, look for Hidden Hill about 1/4 mile up. It will be on the right (on the left, you will see a VFW sign). Turn right into Hidden Hill and go about 1/2 mile. We are the 2nd house on the left.
Their phone# is 870-625-1101
It's a pot luck, so bring your favorite dish.
We will play an educational DVD about working with draft horses.
We're looking forward to seeing you!
We're looking forward to seeing you!
Thursday, January 21, 2010
Boone County Draft Horse and Mule Sale
February 10, 11, 12, and 13, 2010
Boone County Draft Horse and Mule Sale
http://www.heartlanddraft.com/main.php
$20.00 Consignment Fee per head* 7% Commission
$25.00 No Sale – No Show Fee per head
$5.00 Yardage per head
Friday, February 12, 2010
Light Teams, Drivers, Riders & Others
8:00 a.m. Tack 12% Commission
9:00 a.m. Standardbreds, Light Teams, Ponies and Riders
$20.00 Consignment Fee per head* 7% Commission
$25.00 No Sale – No Show Fee per head
$5.00 Yardage per head
Saturday, February 13, 2010
9:00 a.m. Mares with Mule colts or bred to a Jack followed by Mules.
$20.00 Consignment Fee per head* 7% Commission
$25.00 NoSale
Boone County Draft Horse and Mule Sale
http://www.heartlanddraft.com/main.php
HORSE SALES
February 10, 11, 12 & 13, 2010
Wednesday, February 10, 2010
Tack, Harness, Saddles, Wagons, Buggies, Carriages & Machinery
8:00 a.m. Tack 12% Commission
9:00 a.m. Horse Equipment & Machinery & other outside items 12% Commission Horse Related
Machinery Must by usable & Horse Related
10:00 a.m. Harness, Collars, Saddles 12% Commission
Wagons & Carriages 12% Commission
Special Weaver Tack
Thursday, February 11, 2010
Tack & Draft Horses
8:00 a.m. Tack 12% Commission
9:00 a.m. Draft Horses and Haflingers
$20.00 Consignment Fee per head* 7% Commission
$25.00 No Sale – No Show Fee per head
$5.00 Yardage per head
Friday, February 12, 2010
Light Teams, Drivers, Riders & Others
8:00 a.m. Tack 12% Commission
9:00 a.m. Standardbreds, Light Teams, Ponies and Riders
$20.00 Consignment Fee per head* 7% Commission
$25.00 No Sale – No Show Fee per head
$5.00 Yardage per head
Saturday, February 13, 2010
9:00 a.m. Mares with Mule colts or bred to a Jack followed by Mules.
$20.00 Consignment Fee per head* 7% Commission
$25.00 No
Wednesday, January 20, 2010
Homemade Logging Equipment
Ira King is logging with 18 yr old Lady, a gray Percheron mare, and Molly, a Suffolk mare.
He made his own cart, tongue and eveners. He logs with a New England D Ring harness.
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