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Saddling up for Challenge

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by Colleen McQueen

The Stockman’s Challenge returned to Bonalbo Showground after covid delayed the event earlier in the year.

Richmond River Independent, Stockman's Challenge, Hannah
Horseback Challenge: Hannah Barker riding Glenarthon Little Oak in the open section of the Bonalbo Stockman’s Challenge. Hannah came fourth overall in the competition.

More than 200 competitors from as far as the Sunshine Coast rode in the two-day challenge consisting of three patterns – Working, Utility and Working Cow and Horse.

Riders competed in challenges from mini 8 and under, Junior 13 and under, youth 18 and under, encouragement, rookies and the open section.

Richmond River Independent 2 December 2020

There were five judges and Julie Wadsworth from Woodenbong was the emcee.

The event had 15 major sponsors and 21 smaller sponsors.

This article appeared in the Richmond River Independent, 2 December 2020.

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