GREAT LAKES TEAM PENNING ASSOCIATION

PLEASE CONTACT ROCHELLE RONDY WITH ANY QUESTIONS  989-763-3276 0R rrondy@midmich.net  STALL MONEY IS DUE BY OCTOBER 20. $55.00 FOR THE WEEKEND.

 Please mail Stall reservations to: GLTPA 5691 rich rd alma mi. 48801

   BUCKLES TO HIGH POINT AND RESERVE HIGHPOINT GLTPA WEEKEND WINNERS

Visit www.gltpa.com for more information. $15.00 msu grounds fee for non gltpa members 

*Anybody that wants to pen or sort: These classes are open to the public, you do not need to be a member or have qualified for GLTPA Finals.    $1,000.00 added to these three classes, plus great prizes!

The 3^rd annual Great Lakes Team Penning Finals are here.  We have been blessed with getting an awesome facility for our Team Penning Friends.  Michigan State University is the place to be October 31, at 5:00PM.  We will kick the night off with our Top 30 penning class.    If you are in the top 30 and can’t make it on Friday night please contact me so I can move down the list.  Each top 10 person will draw two names making their three man team.  All 10 teams will then compete in penning on Friday and then sort on Sunday.  Points will be given for each team that receives a time.  The top two teams with the most points will win a portion of the $500.00.  Don’t forget about the Calcutta.  Anybody can purchase teams and the payback is great!

Stall reservations are due by October 20^th.  $55.00 per stall.  One horse per stall.  Please get them in so I can give MSU a count.  $15.00 fee per day for those who do not purchase a stall.   Also, camping is available for $13.00 per night. Please also mail your camping money with your stall reservations.  Payable to GLTPA 5691 Rich Rd, Alma. Mi.  48801

I want to THANK EVERYBODY for your continued support throughout the past 8 years.  Especially all of you that help run shows, put on shows, and behind the scene work.  I hope we can keep this great sport alive.  I’m willing to make changes to make you happy.  I had heard that there was some interest in the 3-D events, so I’m excited to try it to give penner's a variety.  Please understand I’m doing this to try and keep the sport growing.  If you have any constructive thoughts on this issue would you please email me or give me a call.  I have heard some great positive responses.  I do realize there are also people out there that may not agree with the way shows are run, ratings, etc…...  Please just remember, all we are trying to do it provide a place for you to pen and hang out with your friends.  Friend’s that share a common interest.  J

Back to the good part…. We have $5,000.00 added in money and prizes.   If you are a member before the finals start and have attended two shows you are qualified to run for that $5,000.00. Plus 50% of the jackpot. If you choose not to become a member and have not been to two shows you still have a chance at $1,000.00 added. Plus 50% payback and a great time with all of us.   So, GLTPA members, here is your chance to spread the word.  Anybody that brings in a new team penner will have his or her name put into a draw pot. You will have a chance at winning a GLTPA jacket. 

Please don’t forget to think of a most improved person.  And also, a person that you think is very sportsmanlike. 

Bring your Halloween costume for Saturday night. After the show, we will have a pre party and Calcutta at the Pavilion.  If you wish you may join us after the Calcutta, at the Whiskey Barrel for Bull Ridding and entertainment.

MSU will have a concession stand open Friday, through Sunday.   Please keep your dogs on a leash.

  I’m really looking forward to a GREAT 2008 Show at MSU.  I hope all of you can join us and enjoy the fun.