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Judges:

Leonard Berryhill

Bob Johnson

Sharon Wellmann

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Kicking S Video

https://www.facebook.com/kickingsvideo

Scootem N Shootem

https://scootemnshootem.photoreflect.com/store/StoreAbout.aspx

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Clinician: Margo Ball

Clinic held in Bray Arena Thursday September 11.

Contact Ryane Bakke (406) 385-7800 to reserve your FREE slot. Auditing encouraged!

8-9am - Showmanship

9:15-10:30 - Ranch

10:45-12-Trail

lunch break

12:45-2- Trail

2:15-3:15 Horsemanship

3:30-4:30- Horsemanship/Equitation

4:45-5:30- Questions and Answers

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Margo has been in the winners circle since she was 9 years old. She has a college degree, teaching experience in public school and community college, and many years instructing horsemanship.

Margo has won 8 World Championship Titles and has shown and trained many horses to Superior Event Titles in Halter, Western Pleasure, Western Riding and Reining as well as several AQHA Championships. She has also taken numerous horses to Top Ten placings at AQHA World Shows and the Quarter Horse Congress including a Reserve Champion title.

Margo is an AQHA National Director for the State of Colorado. A long time member of the AQHA Professional Horseman's Association, she also serves on the Professional Horseman's committee and is a former member of the Professional Horseman's Council. Margo's most recent appointment was to the World Conformation Horse Association Board of Directors representing Region II as a professional

Margo is one of the first women to have judged the five main World Championship shows. She has judged a total of 18 World Championship Shows, as well as the Arabian Nationals and The Canadian Nationals. She holds seven judging cards and has judged over 750 shows.

As an author, Margo has been published in numerous books, over 20 magazines, and has produced two training videos/DVDs on showmanship and grooming (as can be reviewed on the "" page).

LOOK BELOW FOR SOME OF THE ARTICLES
MARGO HAS BEEN PUBLISHED IN!

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Margo has been in the winners circle since she was 9 years old. She has a college degree, teaching experience in public school and community college, and many years instructing horsemanship. Margo has won 8 World Championship Titles and has shown and trained many horses to Superior Event Titles in Halter, Western Pleasure, Western Riding and Reining as well as several AQHA Championships.

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Diane Gage:

dmgage@live.com

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Beginning Sept 10, 2025
Tues 1:00pm – 6:00 pm
Wed 6:30am – 6pm or end of show
Thu 6:30am – 6pm or end of show
Fri 6:30 am – 6pm or end of show
Sat 6:30 am – 6pm or end of show

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Beginning Sept 10,  2025
Tues 1:00 pm – 8:00 pm
Wed 8:00 am – 9:00 pm
Thu 8:00 am – 9:00 pm
Fri 8:00 am – 9:00 pm
Sat 8:00 am – 9:00 pm

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Check in upon arrival at stall office located at the main entrance of the Central States Fairgrounds, Rapid City, SD.
Stalls will be assigned at check in.  *Stalls are Pre-Bedded.
​Have Health Certificates within 30 days and Negative Coggins ready.
Have Brand Transport or  Brand Permits ready, if applicable.
SD state vet health requirements can be found here - aib.sd.gov/imports.html

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Dakota Hills Veterinary Clinic
(605)342-7498
1571 E. Hwy 44
Rapid City SD 57701

Sturgis Veterinary Hospital
(605)347-4436
2421 Vanocker Canyon Rd.
Sturgis, SD 57785

Northern Hills Veterinary Clinic
(605)347-3606 x2
751 Pine View Dr
Sturgis, SD 57785

Cook Veterinary Clinic
(605)399-2665
1727 E. Anamosa St.
Rapid City, SD 57701
Non- Emergencies & Health Certificates

Town & Country Mobile Vet

(605) 348-9399

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High Plains Farrier Association

Alex Garcia

(909) 528-6383

Mark Jakopak

(605) 359-7927

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Que Pasa Cantina

https://www.quepasarc.com

Kathmandu Bistro

http://www.kathmandubistro.com

The Firehouse Brewing Co.

https://www.firehousebrewing.com

Olive Garden

https://www.olivegarden.com/locations/sd/rapid-city/rapid-city-rushmore-mall/1664

Texas Roadhouse

https://www.texasroadhouse.com/locations/364-rapid-citysd

On the Border

https://www.ontheborder.com/locations/rapid-city/

Delmonico Grill

https://www.delmonicogrill.com

Tally's Silver Spoon

https://www.tallyssilverspoon.com

Longhorn Steakhouse

https://www.longhornsteakhouse.com/locations/sd/rapid-city/rapid-city/5406

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Dixon Coffee Co

https://www.dixoncoffeecompany.com

Grounded Coffee Co

https://www.facebook.com/GroundedatLastMile

Ridgeline Roasters

https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61576961735989

Speedboat Express Coffee Co

https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61574157358873

The Sour: A Bakery

https://www.facebook.com/thesoursd/

Armadillos Ice Cream Shoppe Inc

https://armadillosicecreamshoppe.com

Eileens Colossal Cookies

https://www.eileenscookies.com/store/rapidcity/

Silver Lining Creamery

https://www.silverliningcreamery.com

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Majestic figures of George Washington, Thomas Jefferson, Theodore Roosevelt and Abraham Lincoln, surrounded by the beauty of the Black Hills of South Dakota, tell the story of the birth, growth, development and preservation of this country. From the history of the first inhabitants to the diversity of America today, Mount Rushmore brings visitors face to face with the rich heritage we all share. Read More

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Mount Rushmore National Memorial (U.S. National Park Service)

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Majestic figures of George Washington, Thomas Jefferson, Theodore Roosevelt and Abraham Lincoln, surrounded by the beauty of the Black Hills of South Dakota, tell the story of the birth, growth, development and preservation of this country. From the history of the first inhabitants to the diversity of America today, Mount Rushmore brings visitors face to face with the rich heritage we all share.

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Bring your camera!

Botanical Gardens

Stroll through our veritable garden oasis of colorful blooms, lush vegetation, and well-manicured lawns. Every spring, we plant over 40,000 flowering plants that provide an exotic backdrop for the vibrant colors and patterns in countless stunning flowerbeds, rock gardens, flowering vines, and fruit trees. Take in the beauty of our Living Wall, or spend some time relaxing in the tranquil Tortuga Falls.

See Tortuga Falls

Explore the Jungle!

Sky Dome

Get ready for a safari in our famous two-level Sky Dome! The Safari Room is a tropical oasis filled with hundreds of beautiful orchids, bromeliads, and caladiums, other tropical plants. Encounter sculptures from Papua New Guinea, and Indonesia as free-roaming lizards and frogs welcome you and the family. The mezzanine level houses the largest collection of reptiles in the world! Venture down below to the lower level where Maniac and his crocodilian friends, along with the amphibians and our BIG BUGS! dwell.

Visit the Sky Dome

Get Down and Dirty!

Prairie Dog Town

Did you know that Prairie Dogs are highly social, just like humans? Their towns can cover hundreds of acres and include a number of family groups called coteries. Get down to prairie dog level in our underground bubble and watch these little furry creatures frolic and play in our Prairie Dog Town!

Visit Prairie Dog Town

Take It Slow!

Giant Tortoises

Our famous Aldabra Tortoises, Tank, Samson and Orville know the secret to a good life. These gentle giants always take it slow and they don't stress going from one place to another. Get up close, get personal, and give them some love. Be sure to take lots of pictures (the camera loves them)!

See the Giant Tortoises

Get Up Close

Avian Avenue and Gators & Crocs Arena

Unique Experiences await at Avian Avenue and the Gators & Crocs Arena! Explore Avian Avenue and interact with staff members and birds from around the world. Gain a new appreciation for some of the most remarkable animals on the planet and meet parrots, hawks, owls, and more. Head to the Gators & Crocs Arena where you can see Alligators, Crocodiles, and Caimans.
*Avian Avenue will open May 27 for the 2022 season

Giant Tortoises
Come mingle with these gentle, giant tortoises. Our Aldabra Tortoises know how to take it easy, love attention, and are great with kids!

Giant Tortoise Info

Maniac
Maniac is one of a few giant saltwater crocodiles in the known world. At nearly 16 feet long and roughly 1,250 pounds, he is one of the largest giant crocodiles in the western hemisphere.

Maniac

Sky Dome
The Sky Dome at Reptile Gardens is one of the most recognizable South Dakota attractions. Visit a tropical oasis filled with rare & unique flora and fauna.

Sky Dome

Visit

Activities

Animals

Gardens

Are you ready for an adventure that’s fun for the whole family?

Reptile Gardens has more species and subspecies of reptiles than any other zoo or wild animal park in the world! Reptile Gardens is a premier South Dakota destination that houses some of the world’s deadliest snakes and is in the Guinness Book of World Records as the World’s Largest Reptile Zoo.

Beautiful Botanical Gardens

Dutchman's Pipe

Torch Ginger

Passion Flower

Reptile Gardens is a unique animal park set in beautiful botanical gardens. Acres of lush flowers and foliage create a wonderful setting for you to enjoy the shows and experience the exhibits and attractions. From Tortuga Falls to our Living Wall, the botanical gardens across the grounds at Reptile Gardens are a truly beautiful sight you won’t find at other South Dakota attractions.

Reptile Gardens is a South Dakota attraction the whole family can enjoy. Experience the thrills, explore the grounds, and learn about reptiles, one of nature’s beautiful but, often misunderstood creatures.

Guinness World Records - Meet The Record Breakers

Watch Video

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Wild Animal Park Black Hills attraction Reptile Gardens

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A Black Hills attraction you'll never forget, Reptile Gardens is a specialized wild animal park featuring reptiles, amphibians, birds, and bugs for your enjoyment.

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Come and see why this facility received the Rapid City, SD “Beautification Award” and was voted “Best in the State” for miniature golf courses.

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Black Light Mini Golf, Gemstone Panning, Miner's Maze

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Les Schwab

(605) 599-3236

Discount Tire

(605) 791-0149

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Take 5 - 2 Locations

(505) 600-5623

(605) 679-6656

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Tractor Supply

(605) 348-4641

Hubbard Feeds

(605) 342-6172

Fleet Farm

(605) 791-8200

Runnings

(605) 342-9008

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Arena West Trailers

https://www.arenawesttrailers.com

Blake's Trailer Sales & Repair

https://www.blakestrailer.com

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In addition to our Region Championship Show, we offer 2 full pointed AQHA shows. Exhibitors may enter either one or both. Each Championship Class offers buckles and prizes through 10th. Level 1 Youth and Level 1 Amateur Classes count as qualifiers for th

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Main Stay Suites

(605) 719-5150