b'NEWS FROM COPPER STATE PERUVIAN HORSE CLUBBy Michele WilsonT he 2023 Carousel is now in the books. This was the most successful show we have had in years. Fifty Peruvians were signed up for classes. Saturday evening was capped off with a fabulous Laureado party sponsored by River Grove Ranch of Hailey, Idaho. Honorees were LAG Triturador and KRA Patron. We all enjoyed Peruvian food to celebrate their prestigious wins. We particularly want to honor our Junior competitors. We had five Juniors who showed skill in Equitation, Performance, and In Hand classes. They worked very hard to develop their equestrian skills and deserve every bit of credit for theirDouble H Hat Company dedication. Our hope is to see more of them throughout the year. The Juniors are the future of our breed. specializes in custom handmade felted fur hats in various styles Our High Point awards went to Elizabeth Tierney (High Point AOTR), Laurenincluding western, gentlemen Robinson (High Point Amateur), Joyce Almas (High Point Novice) and LEA Zeusand ladies hats. The shop is (High Point Horse).A special award went to Nicole Guerra as the most improvedlocated in under the longhorn Novice rider. We will custom build a hat toin Wickenburg. Jimmy the hat fit your unique style. Variousman (our Master Hatter) also Our workhorse awards went to Don Ingram and Gayle Wharton, who worked forstyles include hats for theoffers hat cleaning, blocking and the Copper State club as ambassadors, ribbon givers, drivers, and wherever theyRed Hat Society, western,total renovation. were needed. We never had to ask because they were there! gentlemens and ladies We love to meet all aficionados of this breed and welcome all to come and join CSPHChats. We offer a variety of on our Facebook page. If you have questions or comments, message us on Facebook. embellishments, including custom inlays, for a unique hat custom designed for you.Junior competitors lined up for In Hand classPhoto by Lauren ValenzuelaSUPPORT MOM AND POP FAMILY-OWNED BUSINESSESArizonaRealCountry.com May 2023 63'