Richard Winters is excited to combine over thirty years of experience as a horseman and cowboy in the esteemed colt starting competition Road to the Horse. After training nearly every breed and studying many disciplines, ranging from dressage to cow horses, he is clearly an excellent candidate for Road to the Horse. Based out of Ojai, California, Winters would like to bring a little California style and flair to the competition.

“I like to change things up and make them different. I want to educate people about the California brand of cow horses, and I have some new ideas that I haven’t tried before that could come to a fun conclusion,” said Winters.

Along the way, Winters has had the opportunity to work with great horsemen who have helped influence and build his style of colt starting and training. Starting a colt during the Road to the Horse will be no new feat for this west coast cowboy. In addition to his list of championships and accomplishments, Winters conducts clinics across the nation for horse lovers and enthusiasts.

The California natives have already produced an amazing response to his participation in the event. Winters says they have really created a buzz on the west coast, and people from all over are buying tickets to see the competition.

Winters has been following Road to the Horse since its inception and is thankful to be chosen as a competitor. The competition symbolizes a lot to him because he says the audience is extremely appreciative and it’s great entertainment and education for horsemen and women across the nation.

“When looking back at past competitors, it’s an honor that I’ve been selected. It’s an honor and a privilege that I am allowed to be part of such a great competition. I’m just going to go out there and do what I do,” said Winters.

The Road to the Horse competition is like no other. It is “the original colt starting challenge,” combining the love for the horse, the love of competition and the love of education and entertainment. Hosted by Rick Lamb, of RFD-TV’s The Horse Show with Rick Lamb, this event has something for everyone. It is a weekend filled with endless horse-knowledge, excitement and friendly competition among some of the world’s top horseman. Road to the Horse is proud to partner with many outstanding companies including Horse & Rider, Mustang Makeover, Cinch, Cruel Girl, and Gist Silversmiths. For more information on Road to the Horse and Tootie Bland Productions, visit www.roadtothehorse.com or call 352-736-5000.