The Classic Series Redrive

Did you need a laugh today? You'll want to listen to episode 53! Mark & Kyle sat down with Glen & Melissa Boucher from MGM Belgians located in Maine. There's all kinds of stories that deal with bellies, picking stalls and making sure the flowers stand up. Plus a BIG announcement for the 2022-2023 show season! Thank you to our sponsors of Episode #53! -Shipshewana Harness -Summit...

2022 was another great season for the Classic Series! There was a lot of excitement throughout the year and a lot of positives! Mark & Kyle sat down with Ross Honsberger to talk about his World Championship. Brenda Bowling, our executive secretary gives us an update on the past year. Kyle talks with the six candidates running for the two open board positions. There's a TON of information...

Round One is over and we're into day two! Listen in as Jarron, Kevin and Jason Thank you to our sponsors of Episode #51! -Shipshewana Harness -Summit Professional Services -Twisted Luck Carriages -Young Living Essential Oils -Hawthorne Products -Glennwood Snacks Do you have suggestions for future episodes? Do you have ideas of someone we should have join us? Please send us any comments or que...

This is the first year for the CHS Finals and it is power packed! The CHS board sat down to go over changes for the second season and we talked with all of the Finalists for 2022! Thank you to our sponsors of Episode #49! -Shipshewana Harness -Summit Professional Services -Twisted Luck Carriages -Young Living Essential Oils -Hawthorne Products -Glennwood Snacks Do you have suggestions for future e...

We were able to sit down with all of our youth exhibitors from this year's World Finals! Thank you to our sponsors of Episode #50! -Shipshewana Harness -Summit Professional Services -Twisted Luck Carriages -Young Living Essential Oils -Hawthorne Products -Glennwood Snacks Do you have suggestions for future episodes? Do you have ideas of someone we should have join us? Please send us any comme...

It's the FIRST round of the 2022 World Finals and Jarron, Jason and Kevin go over what they are thinking will play out over the next few days! Thank you to our sponsors of Episode #48! -Shipshewana Harness -Summit Professional Services -Twisted Luck Carriages -Young Living Essential Oils -Hawthorne Products -Glennwood Snacks Do you have suggestions for future episodes? Do you have ideas of so...

It's World Finals week and the excitement is building! Listen is as we talk with this year's hitch drivers. Thank you to our sponsors of Episode #47! -Shipshewana Harness -Summit Professional Services -Twisted Luck Carriages -Young Living Essential Oils -Hawthorne Products -Glennwood Snacks Do you have suggestions for future episodes? Do you have ideas of someone we should have join us?...

This episode Mark and Kyle sat down and talked with Greg Bourbonnias of Ontario, Canada! He shares with us how their hitch has progressed through four generations and how things are going up north! This episode also has a ton of show results and some points updates as we near the Labor Day cutoff! Thank you to our sponsors of Episode #46! Shipshewana Harness & Supplies  Summit Professional Ser...

This episode Mark and Kyle sat down and talked with Jason Honsberger and Tim Sparrow about how our industry has changed and issues that we are currently facing. Listen in to hear their thoughts and see how they align with your ideas! PLUS there's a TON of show results this episode. Thank you to our sponsors of Episode #45! Shipshewana Harness & Supplies  Summit Professional Services  Twis...

Nutrition is an important part of any horse's life! No matter what you're doing, a healthy horse is needed. Mark and Kyle sat down with Chris Cole, owner and founder of Pennwoods Equine Products, and talked about many different aspects of horse nutrition. Plus, there are a TON of show results and upcoming shows! Thank you to our sponsors of Episode #44! -Shipshewana Harness -Summit Profe...

Horses cover A LOT of miles during the show season! Kyle and Mark sat down with Steve Robertson of Ontario, a full time horse transporter. They talked about some of the famous horses and people he has hauled for and he gives some tips and tricks for your time on the road! Also listen in for A LOT show results, upcoming shows and some Classic Series updates! Thank you to our sponsors of Episode #43...

Mark and Kyle sat down with the one and only Duane and Sarah Herschberger from Milan, MO. These two own Hersch Belgians and run their hitch as a family. They were FULL of stories that are sure to make you laugh. Plus we are in the heart of summer show season and we have results from multiple shows and updates from the Classic Series Board! Thank you to our sponsors of Episode #42! -Shipshewana Har...

Jarron, Mark, and Kyle sat down with Eric Geiman and Matt Deering and talked through their training practices and routines! We also get our first round of show results for 2022 and a few Classic Series Updates. REMINDER! Get your scholarship applications in by June 15th! Thank you to our sponsors of Episode #40! -Shipshewana Harness -Summit Professional Services -Twisted Luck Carriages -Equi-lete...

Jarron, Mark, and Kyle sat down with a couple of show committees to hear about the opportunities they are bringing to the draft horse industry this summer! Darcy Strain fills us in on the 2022 World Percheron Congress in Manitoba. Carl & Kayla Ade give us some information about their new show in Iowa and also about their new non-profit, Draft Horse Academy, that will provide free learning oppo...

Episode #39 gives us a lot of confidence in the future of our industry! Jarron, Kyle and Mark were able to chat with our most recent Youth Scholarship winners about how the Classic Series is helping them further their education and improve their future. Listen in to learn about these awesome kids! Thank you to our sponsors of Episode #39! -Shipshewana Harness -Summit Professional Services -Twisted...

Episode #38 introduces us to the family of MaryDale-Rose Belgians! Jarron & Kyle got to talk to Joe, Anna, and Katie Miller of Atlanta, IN. The Millers are relatively new to the draft horse industry, but they have jumped in and ran with it! We also chat with Ross Honsberger & Duane Miller, members of the committee for the newly created Classic Halter Series! They fill us in on what we need...

Who ever thought that draft horses could take you all around the globe?! Jarron, Kyle, Ross, and Mark were able to chat with Robert Detweiler, a mainstay in the draft horse industry. He has stories from all corners of the world and we are positive you will enjoy this episode as much as we did! Thank you to our sponsors of Episode #37! -Shipshewana Harness -Summit Professional Services -Twisted Luc...

We are in the heart of the 2022 breeding season! Jarron, Kyle, and Mark sat down with Gerald Allebach of Windermere Farms to talk about some of their history and what you can do to have a successful breeding season. Thank you to our sponsors of Episode #36! -Shipshewana Harness -Summit Professional Services -Gardner Horse Training -Equilete -Young Living Percherons -Twisted Luck Carriages Do you h...

There's not a shortage of stories in episode #35! We got to chat with Jason and Rose Goodman and we went way back! We talk about the infamous Forty Horse Hitch, Percheron Thunder, and more stories about traveling on the road with draft horses. You can also hear the unofficial results from the Queen Creek Classic and the Gordyville sale. Thank you to our sponsors of Episode #35! -Shipshewana H...

We're releasing episode #34 a day early so you all can listen to it as your traveling to Gordyville! Brad & Clint Schreiber have been showing horses since they were just small guys. Listen to hear some of their stories as they chat with Jarron, Mark, and Kevin! BONUS : Meet your new executive secretary Brenda Bowling! Thank you to our sponsors of Episode #34! -Shipshewana Harness -Summit...

A Draft horse auction can be intimidating for first time buyers and veteran horsemen alike. Jarron, Mark and Kyle were able to sit down with Craig Grange and Jason Honsberger to get some insight on how these two horsemen tackle a public auction. Listen in for a lot of knowledge and results from the Grandview Invitational in Florida! Thank you to our sponsors of Episode #33! -Shipshewana Harness -S...

The Big Thunder Draft Horse Show in Loveland, CO and the National Western Stock Show in Denver, CO just wrapped up and Jarron, Mark, and Kyle were able to sit down with Brian Coleman, Kirk Messenger, and Rose Goodman to talk about the history of the two shows. We also go over our first show results and sale results of 2022! Do you have suggestions for future episodes? Do you have ideas of someone...

SEASON TWO! We made it to 2022 and for our first episode of the year Jarron, Mark, and Kevin were able to sit down with Dale and Colleen Mattoon, the owners of Pine Hollow Dairy in Locke, NY. The Mattoons bought their first Percherons in 2012 and have learned a ton in their short ten years as horses owners. Listen in to hear about those who have helped them along the way and learn about their back...

2021 was a year like no other! Jarron, Mark, Kyle, Kevin, Doyle, and Carl sat down and talked about all things Classic Series in 2021. They explain some of the new by-law changes, talk about the Youth Classic Cart Series and talk about the future they see in 2022! Don't forget to check out the new job posting for the Classic Series Executive Secretary position. We can't wait to see where...

Episode #29 is a replay of our most listened to episode of 2021 our inaugural season and it is sure to make you laugh! Jarron is joined by Mark and Kevin while they chat with Larry, Jason, and Ross about their time in the draft horse industry and get a small glimpse into growing up as a Honsberger.  Larry will be missed by many, but these memories will live on forever and provide many smiles. Do y...