2008 Extreme Mustang Makeover (EMM)
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Using a teeter-totter, Mark Lyon of Nebraska and "Christian" walk through a ring of fire. Mark and Christian took first place at the 2008 EMM. ©CEBrooks/2008 |
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Mark Lyon and "Christian", winners of the 2008 EMM. ©CEBrooks/2008 |
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Anticipation mounts as the final ten competitors line up for placement results at the 2008 EMM. ©CEBrooks/2008 |
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Wylene Wilson and "Filthy Rich" placed 6th in the 2008 EMM. ©CEBrooks/2008 |
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Dan Keen and "Trubador" competing in the 2008 EMM. Dan was awarded 3rd place in the final competition. ©CEBrooks/2008 |
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"Silverado" trained by David Carter of Mississippi. Silverado was adopted for $10,500 at the Mustang Makeover. ©CEBrooks/2008 |
The Mustang Heritage Foundation in partnership with the Bureau of Land Management created the Extreme Mustang Makeovers and Mustang Challenges to highlight the value of American Mustangs and showcase the beauty, versatility, and trainability of these living symbols of the historic and pioneer spirit of the American West.
Mustang Challenges and Makeovers provide horse trainers an opportunity to receive and train a wild Mustang for a period of approximately 100 days and then compete for cash prizes, as well as commission on any adoption fees generated during oral bidding adoption.
During competition, trainers are evaluated on the body condition of their American Mustangs, as well as their ability to handle the horse "in hand" through a series of maneuvers including picking up the horse’s feet, maneuvering it through obstacles and loading it into a trailer. Following the "in hand" course, trainers will mount their animals and complete a "horse course" that includes a series of obstacles and requires the trainer to demonstrate the level of competency the horse has accomplished. The finalists compete in a freestyle event. Following the competition, all competing Mustangs are available for adoption.
Mustang Heritage Foundation Patti Colbert P.O. Box 703 Bertram, Texas 78605 (512) 355-3225 (512) 355-2737 fax | Bureau of Land Management Tom Gorey (202) 452-5137 |
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