' • SPEci/u $ * equine educational PROGRAM Pat Comerford Extension Horse Program Coordinator Penn State The Ag Progress Days Equine Educational Program emphasizes the horse industry’s contribution to Pennsylvania agriculture, and highlights Penn State’s teaching, extension, and youth programs. This year’s event is dedicated to SCHEDULE OF EVENTS (All Evsnts Take Place In The Horae Arena Unleaa Noted) TUESDAY, AUGUST 18 10:00 A.M.-11:30 A.M. Breed Exhibitions: POA, Hackney. Welsh, Tennessee Walking Horse. 1:30 P.M.-2:30 P.M. Handling and Training Clinic: Ward Studebaker, Penn State Horse Farm Manager. 2:30 P.M.-3:30 P.M. Breed Exhibitions: Appaloosa. American O) BCS - The Best Tiller On Earth Make The Most OffeurTkne The BCS model 725 is the versatile two-wheel tractor that makes short work of your toughest jobs • BHP engine • Five speeds forward: two speeds reverse • Attachments include rotary mower with catcher, cutter bar, snowthrower, rear-tine tiller and more Our Tractors Feature These Exciting Attachments (^) Sheets Bros. Inc. Wes Stauffer Engine Hardware Umberger>s pJmSe^ce l Ofil Carlisle Rd 23 Pleasant Valley Rd. 501 S of of Fontana Hanover PA 17331 Ephrata, PA 17522 Schaefferstown, PA 17088 RD #4, Lebanon, PA 17042 B .°* 9 p A ITOfl “wS&MBW 717-738-4215 717-867-5161 !► ► Report Thomas L. Merritt, Penn State pro fessor emeritus of animal science, in recognition of his 32 years of service to equine education. Ag Progress Days, an annual exposition sponsored by Penn State’s College of Agricultural Sciences, attracts tens of thou sands of visitors to the Russell E. Larson Agricultural Research Center at Rockspring, nine miles southwest of State College on Route 45. Parking and admission are free. A Tractor lor All Reasons The BCS model 737—the do-it-all machine for the professional do-it-yourselfer. . - •10HP engine • Precision steel all-gear transmission with differential • Four speeds forward; three speeds quick reverse • Adjustable, shock-mounted handlebars • Large sxlo-inch tires • Attachments include twin-blade rotary mower with catcher, rear-tine tiller, cutter bar, snowthrower, power sweeper, dozer/scraper blade, chipper/shredder SS> _■ Power Sweeper • All Gear Drive • No Belts or Chain to Break or Tear • Quick Change Handle Position Several educational and com mercial displays will be featured in the equine exhibits tent. Planned exhibits and demon strations will showcase Penn State’s Quarter Horses and teach ing program, 4-H and therapeutic riding programs, horseshoeing, tack, horse feeds, breeds, and the » Dozer Blade Orchard Sprayer Features On Most Models: Compare Before You Buy Saddlebred 3:30 P.M.-4:30 P.M. Plowing Demonstration (site to be announced) WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 19 10:00 A.M.-11:30 A.M. Breed Exhibitions: Palomino, Quarter Horse, Paso Fine. 1:30 P.M.-2:30 P.M. Handling and Training Clint: Ward Studebaker. 2:30 P.M.-4:00 P.M. Demonstrattons: Therapeutic Riding • 4-H Mounted Champions Sr. Saddle Seat Equitation, Pleasure Pony Driving, Walk-Trot Equitation, County Team, Western Riding, Hunter Hack Horse. 4:00 P.M.-5:00 P.M. Breed Exhibitions: Belgian, Clydesdale, Perche ron, Shire, Miniature Horse. 6:00 P.M.-8:00 P.M. Flag Presentation: Centre County 4-H Horse Clubs. Special Presentation: Honoring Dr. Thomas L. Merrit t • Exhibitions: Thorncroft Mainstreamers Drill Team; Freestyle Rein ing, Mark Wagman, Haverford, Pennsylvania; Draft Horse Hitches and Carts. THURSDAY, AUGUST 20 10:00 A.M.-11:30 A.M. Thorncroft Mainstreamers Drill Team • Breed Exhibitions: Paint, Morgan, Warmbloods. 1:30 P.M.-2:30 P.M. Handling and Training Clint: Ward Studebaker. 2:30 P.M.-4:00 P.M. Breed Exhibitions: Arabian, Thoroughbred, Standardbred. Other Activities Smal Package— Big Value The BCS model 205 is ideal for home gardeners who appreciate a lightwei smooti tractor • 6HP engine • All-gear transmission • Two speeds forward, one speed reverse • Attachments include cutter bar, - snowthrower, rear-tine tiller, 22-inch rotary mower w/catcher 38 2-Blade Mower w/Grass Catcher Lancaster Farming,, Saturday, August 15,1992-El3 horse in medieval agriculture. Video and 4-H public speaking presentations will highlight equine education and careers, as well as various production, management, and training practices. For more information, contact Pat Comerford, (814) 863-3657 or Ben Nolt, (814) 863-0387. Mows Down The Competition After yoi>’re done cutting the grass, you’r \dy for thr ext job with the • 12HP0HV engine • Precision steel all-gear transmission with locking differential • Four speeds forward, three speeds quick reverse • Very versatile • Attachments include twin-blade rotary mower, cutter bar. chipper/ shredder, rear-tine tiller, snowthrower • Adjustable, shock mounted handlebars Tiller • Recoil or Electric Start • Adjustable Tiller Width • Quality Service Since 1942 Ag Field Day Set cuLLhUE PARK, Md. The 1992 Western Maryland Ag Field Day is scheduled for Thursday, September 10, beginning at 8 a.m. at the Maryland Agricultural Experiment Station’s Western Maryland Research and Education Center in Washington County. This year’s research wagon tour stops are: • Nutrient management -- Why is it important? • High-tensile fencing and deer control • To spray or not to spray - integrated pest management (IPM) helps you decide • Biological control of weeds • Perrenial broadloaf weed control • High-yield wheat management. Durability Is Standard Equipment Reliable performance makes the BCS model 715 a populai choice for every • 6HP err • Precision steel all-gear transmission • Three speeds forward; one speed reverse • Attachments include rotary mower with catcher, cutter bar, snowthrower, power sweeper, rear-tine tiller • Operator presence controls iper/Shredder
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