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Colorado 4-H Horse Show Judges who have received positive evaluations from show managers are listed at the top of this list in order of number of positive evaluations received.  Judges are then listed alphabetically by last name.


Berbee, Lindsey
2740 W. 86th Ave., #188
Westminster, CO  80031
720-935-2026 – cell
visa318@hotmail.com

Classes this judge feels competent to judge:  C, G, R, S, SS, W, D, E, H, Trail, Walk-Trot, Therapeutic Riding/Developmental Disabilities, Queen Contests

Accreditations:  18 years involved with 4-H Horse Program, 8 years on the 4-H Judging team, in my 5th year as a 4-H State Certified judge, 1998 APHA World Champion Judging Team member

Class size preferred:  Any

Number of shows judges in the last 2 years/References:  2004 – 1 show (trail); 2005 – 5 shows; 2006 – 9 shows; 2007 – 25 shows; 2008 – 13 shows scheduled.  References available upon request – Washington County 4-H, Black Forrest Saddle Club, Greeley Saddle Club

Positive Evaluations sent direction to Dr. Denniston:
  • Black Forest Saddle Club Show
  • Arapahoe County Horse Show
  • 2007 Pike Peak Series Show
  • NE CO Quarter Horse Association
  • CHA Spring Fling
  • Morgan County 4-H Show
  • Arvada Hoofprinter's 4-H Show
  • Sweetheart Riders Horse Show
  • CO POA Club Show
  • Park County Horse Show
  • St. Vrain Roundup Show
  • Easter CO Roundup Show
  • Pueblo County Fair 4-H Horse Show
  • CO Stock Horse Show
  • Boulder County 4-H Horse Show
  • Cattleman's Days Horse Show
  • 4-H Western Summer Horse Show
  • Adams County Open 4-H Horse Show
  • Greeley Saddle Club Open Show
  • CO Stock Horse Association Show
  • Boulder Valley Riders Fun Show
  • Platte County Show
  • St. Vrain Round Up Show
  • Mt. Herman 4-H Horse Show
  • NE CO QH Show
  • Morgan County Queens Contest 
  • Washington County Fair (Akron, WA)
  • El Paso County Fair
  • Douglas County 4-H Buckle Series
  • Boulder County Royalty Benefit Show 
  • Boulder County 4-H Leaders Show
  • St. Vrain Round-Up
  • Park County Fair 4-H Western Show 
  • North East Colorado Quarter Horse Association - 2009
  • Aurora Horseman's Association
  • Douglas County Fair 4-H Horse Show 
  • Pueblo County 4-H Summer Show
  • Weld County Fair Horse Show
  • Platte County Horseman's Association Show 
  • Elbert County Fair Show
  • POA Ponyrama Show
  • Buckskin Brigade Horse Show
  • Washington County 4-H Open Horse Show
  • Grand Junction Horse Show Association
Most recent state approval:  2009

Thurston, Sandi
P.O. Box 301
Indian Hills, CO 80454
(303) 670-0161
sthursto@jeffco.k12.co.us

Classes this judge feels competent to judge: C (Cutting & Working Cowhorse), G, R, S, SS, W, D, E, HJ, H, Handicapped Riders & Driving, Trail, Gaited Classe  

Accreditations:  15+ years experience CHA, AQHA Professional Horsemen’s Assoc., Certified Resistance Free Instructor /Trainer

Class size preferred: Any Size.

Number of shows judged in last 2 years / References:
17 Shows and 9 Clinics

Positive Evaluations sent directly to Dr. Denniston:

  • 2004 Washington County Fair
  • Trail Dust Mock Show
  • Aurora Horseman's Association Open Breed Horse Show
  • Yuma County Fair and Rodeo
  • Eastern Colorado Roundup
  • Rocky Mtn Haflinger Show
  • Black Forest Saddle Club Open Horse Show
  • Arvada All Breed Show
  • Montrose County Fair
  • Eagle County Fair
  • Aurora Horseman's Association
  • Aurora Horseman's Open Horse Show
  • Moffat County Fair
  • Pueblo County Summer Show
  • Aurora Horseman's Association Show
  • Douglas County Fair
  • March Madness 4-H Show
  • Rising Star Open Show
  • ADCO 4-H Summer Series
  • Buckskin Brigade Open Show 
  • Washington County Fair/Eastern Co. Roundup
  • Yuma County Fair Horse Show
  • Douglas County Fair Horse Show 
  • GJHSA All Breed Horse Show
  • Front Range Challenge Horse Show
  • CSU Collegiate Horsemen's Assoc. Spring Fling
  • Pueblo County Spring Show 
  • San Miguel County Fair Horse Show
  • Lucky Clover 4-H Schooling Show
  • CSU Collegiate Horsemen's Assoc. Spring Fling
  • Pueblo County Summer 4-H Open Horse Show - Working Ranch Horse
  • POA - Boulder Horse Show Association Open Show
  • Rock Springs Hairy Horse Show - Wyoming
  • Douglas County Fair 4-H Horse Show - English Show
  • Douglas County Fair 4-H Horse Show - Working Ranch Horse Show 
  • Eagle County Fair Horse Show - Working Ranch Horse - 2009
  • Chaffee County Fair 4-H Horse Show
Most recent state approval: 2008 

Goddard-Johnson, Rhonda
7250 Elm Street
Longmont, CO 80504
(720) 217-5995 (cell)
(303) 666-1231
rhogoddard@hotmail.com

Classes this judge feels competent to judge: G, R, S, SS, W, E, H, Trail, Driving, Therapeutic Riding/Developmental Disabilities

Accreditations: 13 years, Rocky Mountain Horse Show Association Level III Approved Judge

Class size preferred: Any

Number of shows judged in last 2 years / References:
27 shows in last two years ( and references) Morrill County Fair, NE. St. Vrain Saddle Club

Positive Evaluations sent directly to Dr. Denniston:

  • Grand Junction Horse Show Association
  • Buckskin Brigade (Brush, CO)
  • Adams County 4H
  • Greeley County Saddle Club Show
  • Cloverleaf Riders Open 4-H Horse Show
  • Mesa County Fair Open Horse Show
  • Greeley Saddle Club Show
  • Cloverleaf Riders 4-H Show
  • Greeley Saddle Club Open Show
  • Aaco Open Horse Show
  • Bibber Creek Pride
  • Boulder Valley Riders Open Show
  • Mesa County Fair Open Horse Show
  • Fremont County Fair
  • Henderson County Show
  • Douglas County Fair
  • Johnstown Saddle Club
  • CO POA Show
  • 2006 Douglas County Fair
  • CSU Show in the Snow
  • Colorado POA Show
  • Fremont County Fair Horse Show
  • El Paso County Fair
  • Douglas County Fair
  • NE Colorado Quarter Horse Show
  • Douglas County Show
  • Greeley Saddle Club
  • ADCO 4-H Summer Series
  • Rising Star Equestrian Center 
  • Logan County Fair Horse Show
  • Washington County 4-H Horse Show 
  • Douglas County 4-H Buckle Series 
  • Colorado Quarter Horse Show
  • Logan County Fair Horse Show - 2009 
  • Parker Trail Riders Horse Show
  • SVRC Horse Show
  • North East Colorado Quarter Horse Association Show

Most recent state approval: 2008


Madsen, Kim
8961 WCR 70
Windsor, CO 80550
(970) 988-0326
rodeoq1@hotmail.com

Classes this judge feels competent to judge:  R, S, W, E, H, Trail

Accreditations:  Passed the 2005 CO Approved Judges Test

Class size preferred: Less than 20

Number of shows judged in last 2 years / References:
20 shows in the past 2 yrs

Positive Evaluations sent directly to Dr. Denniston: 

  • Boulder County Fair Round Robin
  • Boulder Valley Riders 4-H Club
  • St. Vrain Round Up Club
  • Johnstown Saddle Club
  • Boulder Valley Riders Fun Show
  • Greeley Saddle Club
  • St. Vrain Round Up Club Show
  • Country Kickers Horse Show
  • Mountain View Stables Schooling Show
  • Bibber Creek Pride 4-H Open Show
  • Open Mini/Pony Show
  • Elbert County Fair
  • HorseFeathers 4-H Show
  • Chaffee County Fair
  • Arapahoe County Horse Show
  • NE CO QHA Open Show
  • CO Rodeo and Gymkhana Show
  • CO Stock Horse Association Show
  • Southwest Weld County Junior Fair
  • A Rising Star Show Series 
  • Boulder County Royalty Benefic Show
  • Boulder Valley Riders Fun Show
  • Douglas County Horse Show Buckle Series 
  • Rockie Mountain Saddle Club 
  • Eastern Colorado Roundup - 2009
  • Eagle County Fair Horse Show
Most recent state approval: 2008

Hayes, Annika
44105 CR DD
Akron, CO 80720
(970) 345-2543
hayesrch@kci.net

Classes this judge feels competent to judge: G, R, S, W, D, E, HJ, H

Accreditations: 10+ years
Trained in Dressage & Jumping; not exp. In cattle classes.

Class size preferred: 21-30

Number of shows judged in last 2 years / References:
5 shows.  Jefferson County, Logan County, Fremont County, East Weld County

Positive Evaluations sent directly to Dr. Denniston: 

  • Hairy Horse 4-H Horse Show
  • Cow Poke Days Horse Show
  • Logan County Fair Junior Horse Show
  • Adams County Open Horse Show
  • Adams County Fair
  • Morgan County 4-H Show
  • NE CO QH Show 
  • Washington County 4-H Horse Show 
  • ADCO Summer Series Show
  • Phillips County Fair 4-H Horse Show
  • Buckskin Brigade Pre-Fair Open Show
  • Sedgwick County Fair 4-H Horse Show
  • Elbert County 4-H Horse Show Trail
  • Moffat County Fair 4-H Horse Show 
  • Buckskin Brigade Open Pre-Fair Show
  • Sedgwick County Fair 4-H Horse Show 
  • Spring Fling Open Horse Show 
  • Northeastern Colorado Quarter Horse Assoc. Open Show - Akron
  • Northeastern Colorado Quarter Horse Assoc. Open Show - Brush
  • Buckskin Brigade Open Show
  • Platte County Horsemen's Assoc.
  • Douglas County 4-H Western Horse Show 
  • Logan County 4-H Horse Show
  • Southeast Weld Co. Junior Fair - 2009

Most recent state approval: 2008


McConnell, Sheryl
3791 Highplains Dr.
Berthoud, CO 80513
(303) 774-9958
smcconmoon@aol.com  

Classes this judge feels competent to judge: R, S, SS, W, D, E, HJ, H, & Developmental Disabilities.

Accreditations: 20+ years.  RMHSAPOA  

Class size preferred: 11-20  

Number of shows judged in last 2 years / References:
20+ shows. Adams County OpenPOA Open Show, Boulder Valley Riders Fun Show

Positive Evaluations sent directly to Dr. Denniston: 

  • CHA Spring Fling
  • Colorado Stock Horse Association Open Show
  • Arvada Hoofprinters 4-H Open Show
  • Rocky Mountain Saddle Club Show
  • Colorado Pony Rama
  • CO POA Show
  • CO Stock Horse Open Show
  • Rocky Mountain Horse Club
  • CO POA Ponyrama
  • Saddle Series Horse Show
  • POA Open Show
  • Evergreen Horsefeathers 4-H Show 
  • Central Wyoming Fair 
  • Summit County 4-H Horse Show
  • A Rising Star Show Series 
  • Hairy Horse Show - Jefferson, Co
  • Spring Fling Horse Show 
  • Boulder Valley Riders 4-H Show
  • Colorado Pony of the Americas B&P Show
  • Douglas County Fair Horse Show - 2009
  • St. Vrain Roundup Club 
  • A Rising Star Horse Show Series
  • Rockie Mountain Saddle Club Horse Show
  • Aurora Horseman's Association Horse Show
Most recent state approval: 2008

Owen, F. Raylene
40877 Red Fox Circle
Elizabeth CO 80107
(303) 646-1143 
rayleneowen@aol.com

Classes this judge feels competent to judge:  R, S, SS, W, E, HJ, H, Trail, Walk-Trot

Accreditations: 10+ years

Class size preferred: 31+

Number of shows judged in last 2 years / References:
8 shows. Fremont County 4-H Colo. Stock Horse Assoc. Arapahoe County Fair, Aurora Horseman Show

Positive Evaluations sent directly to Dr. Denniston: 

  • Aurora Horseman's Association (2), Pleasant Park 4-H Horse Show
  • Elbert County Fair 4-H Show, Pleasant Park 4-H Show, Parker Trail Riders Show
  • Jeff Co Wrangler/Rangers Show
  • Park Cty Fair 4-H Horse Show
  • Parker Trail Riders Show
  • Black Forest Saddle Club
  • Larimer County Fair
  • Parker Trail Riders Show
  • Weld County 4-H Show
  • Parker Trail Riders
  • CO Stock Horse Association Show
  • Parker Trail Riders Show
  • Horsefeathers 4-H Show 
  • Douglas County Fair
  • Parker Trail Riders Show - 2008 
  • Jefferson County 4-H Show
  • Douglas County Fair 4-H Horse Show - 2009 
  • Lincoln County Fair Horse Show
  • Parker Trail Riders Horse Show

Most recent state approval: 2008


Meyer, T.L.
5506 S. Snyder Drive
North Platte, NE 69101
H: (308) 520-1129
W: (308) 696-6730, Ext. 150
tmeyer2@unl.edu

Classes this judge feels competent to judge: C, G, R, S, W, E, H, HJ, D 1

Accreditations: 998 Kansas State University Horse Judging Team
5 years judging experience (NE and KS 4-H and open shows)

Class size preferred: Any size

Number of shows judged in last 2 years / References:
20 shows
Kimball-Banner, Keith, Perkins, Chase, Dundy Co. (NE) Fairs,
Open to the World Horse Show, North Platte, NE
Benefit 4-H Show (2x), Lexington, NE  

Positive Evaluations sent directly to Dr. Denniston:

  • Custer County 4-H Horse Show
  • Deuel Co. 4-H Horse Show
  • Perkins Co Fair Horse Show
  • Morrill County 4-H Horse Show
  • Dawson County Fair Horse Show
  • Hi Point Open Show
  • Yuma County Fair
  • Page County 4-H Fair
  • Heart City 4-H Horse Show 
  • Boots and Saddles 4-H Show - Ogallala, NE
Most recent state approval: 2008 

Vrabec, Jonathan
305 S. Union Blvd.
Colorado Spgs, CO 80910
(719) 636-8936
jonathanvrabec@elpasoco.com

Classes this judge feels competent to judge:  C, G, R, S, SS, W, D, E, HJ,

Accreditations:  4-9 years

Class size preferred:  31+

Number of shows judged in last 2 years / References:
15 shows.
S. Dakota State Fair, Morgan County Fair, Douglas County Fair, Montrose District Show

Positive Evaluations sent directly to Dr. Denniston: 

  • Douglas County 4-H Horse Show
  • CQHSA All Breeds Show
  • Dust Riders 4-H Horse Show
  • Arkansas Valley 4-H Horse Show
  • Teller County Fair Horse Show
  • Goshen County Fair
  • Huerfano County Fair Horse Show
  • Middle Park Fair Show
  • Fremont County Horse Show 
  • 4-H Horse Show - Pueblo County Fair - Ranch Horse 
  • Pueblo County Fair - Ranch Horse Show

Most recent state approval: 2008


Mannick (Eveleth), Angela
39480 Olson Drive
Kiowa, Co 80117
(303) 324-3507
windyviewph@aol.com

Classes this judge feels competent to judge: G, R, S, E, H, W

Accreditations:  2003 CSU Congress Champion & Reserve Wolrd Judging Team

Class size preferred: Any size

Number of shows judged in last 2 years / References:
20+ shows
Colorado Stock Horse Association, Routt County Fair, Weld County Fair

Positive Evaluations sent directly to Dr. Denniston: 

  • TRA District Show,
  • Horsefeathers 4-H Show
  • 2004 Eagle County Horse Show
  • Colorado Stock Horse Association
  • Colorado Stock Horse Association Open Show
  • Rocky Mountain Riders 4-H Show
  • Easy Riders Show
  • ADCO 4-H Summer Series
  • CQHSA All Breed Show 
  • North Park Fair

Most recent state approval: 2009


French, Will
214 Jackson Ave.
Fort Collins CO 80521
(970) 420-9868
wfrench@simla.colostate.edu

Classes this judge feels competent to judge: G, R, S, W, E, H, Trail, Cattle classes

Accreditations: Member of 2005 CSU Horse Judging Team. Member of 2005, APHA Spring Sweepstakes High Point Senior Team. 4th High Individual Halter 2005 AQHA Congress., Passed the 2006 CO Approved Judges Test

Class size preferred: Any    

Positive Evaluations sent directly to Dr. Denniston:

  • CO POA Show
  • Colorado Quarter Horse Show
  • Rocky Mountain Riders 4-H and Open Show 
  • Colorado Quarter Horse Show
  • Rocky Mountain Riders 4-H and Open Show 
  • Easy Riders Open Youth/Amateur 
  • Weld County Fair Horse Show - 2009
  • Garfield County Fair Horse Show - 2009
Most recent state approval: 2009


Parker, Casey
740 Western Hills Blvd.
Cheyenne, WY 82009
(307) 640-1739
(307) 632-7475
casey_tia@hotmail.com

Classes this judge feels competent to judge: C, G, R, S, SS, W, D, E, HJ, H

Accreditations: 6 years

Class size preferred: 10+

Number of shows judged in last 2 years / References:
4-H and open shows in Wyoming, Colorado and Nebraska in 4 years. Laramie County Horse Judging Assistant Coach

Positive Evaluations sent directly to Dr. Denniston: 

  • Rocky Mountain Saddle Club
  • NE Saddle Club Open Show
  • Cheyenne Saddle Tramps
  • Platte County Show
  • Greeley Saddle Club
  • Hairy Horse Show
Most recent state approval: 2008

Doolittle, Craig S.
2452 Tate
Fort Lupton, CO 80621
(303) 654-9803
bycd@hypermall.net

Classes this judge feels competent to judge: C, G, R, S, W, E, H

Accreditations: 10+ years, SQHA

Class size preferred: 21-30

Number of shows judged in last 2 years / References:
8+ shows
Jeffco Fair 2001
SQHA Nationals 2000

Positive Evaluations sent directly to Dr. Denniston: 

  • CQHSA All Breeds Show
  • Standard Quarter Horse Association, North East Quarter Horse Association Open Horse Show
  • Jefferson County FairPleasant Park 4-H Horse Show
  • BFSC Shaggy Show
  • Boulder Valley Riders Open Show

Most recent state approval: 2008


Paxton, Adria
22251 C.R. 36
Sterling, CO 80751
(970) 522-8386
adria@sccisp.net

Classes this judge feels competent to Judge:  H, S, E, W, R, Trail classes 

Accreditations:  15 Years Judging Experience - Member of the 1993 CSU World Championship Team, High Individual Halter; Member of the 1993 CSU Reserve NRHA Team, High Individual Overall; 3 years Northeastern Junior College Horse Judging Instructor/Coach and Logan County 4-H Horse Judging Coach.

Class Size Preferred:  Any 

Positive Feedback sent directly to Dr. Denniston: 

  • Colorado State Fair Trail
  • Larimar County Fair
  • Jefferson County 4-H Open Horse Show
  • Washington County Open Horse Show
  • Colorado P.O.A. Horse Show - 2009
Most recent state approval: 2009
Martin-Witt, Jodie

Positive Evaluations sent directly to Dr. Denniston:

  • Rocky Mountain POA Show
  • Arapahoe County Horse Show
  • Greeley Saddle Club
  • CO POA Show
Most recent state approval: 2008


Warehime, Jessica
PO Box 96
Eaton, CO 80615
(970) 454-2436  

Classes this judge feels competent to judge: R, S, W, E, H

Accreditations: Passed the 2004 CO Approved Horse Judges Test    

Positive Evaluations sent directly to Dr. Denniston: 

  • Morgan County (Brush) Fair - Western/English Performance including Trail
  • Weld County 4th Annual PreFair Horse Show
  • Equilite 4-H Show
  • Fremont County Fair - 2008

Most recent state approval: 2007


Decker, Amy
78 S Pendleton Dr
Pueblo West, CO 81007
Home:  719-671-3242
Work:  719-545-1690
timamy5876@aol.com

Classes this judge feels competent to judge: G, R, S, W, E, HJ, H  

Accreditations: 11 yrs  

Class size preferred: Any size  

Number of shows judged in last 2 years / References:
In the past two years I have judged 8 shows, In the past three years I have judged the Adams County Fair, Montrose County Fair, Black Forest Saddle Club Open Shows, Broken Spoke Arena (Penrose CO) Open Horse Show

Positive Evaluations sent directly to Dr. Denniston: 

  • Douglas County Fair (x3) 
  • 4-H Country Style Show 
  • Fremont County Horse Show - 2009 
  • Country Style 4-H Club Horse Show
Most recent state approval: 2009
Fender, Seth
2606 Hanover Drive
Fort Collins, CO 80526
(970) 214-9574

Classes this judge feels competent to judge: G, R, S, W, E, H

Accreditations: Colorado State 2004 Horse Judging Team, 9th High individual 2004 World Show

Positive Evaluations sent directly to Dr. Denniston:

  • Boulder County 4-H Horse Show
  • Kit Carpenter Memorial Versatility
  • NE CO Versatility Show
Most recent state approval: 2008


Johnson, Katie Lynn
1700 Fern Ave
Greleey CO, 80631
(970) 302-5233
(970) 353-1055
Katielynnffa@aol.com

Classes this judge feels competent to judge: G, C, R, S, SS, W, E, H, HJ

Accreditations: 5 years

Class size preferred: Any

Number of shows judged in last 2 years / References:
10-15 shows

Positive Evaluations sent directly to Dr. Denniston:

  • CO Stock Horse Association
  • CQHSA Show 
  • CQHSA - All Breed Show

Most recent state approval: 2008


Garrett, Denise
8945 E Summit Rd
Parker, CO 80138
303.908.4615
dgarrett754@yahoo.com

Accreditations: Passed the 2006 CO Approved Judges Test      

Positive Evaluations sent directly to Dr. Denniston:

  • Northern CO Riding Club Show 
  • Comanche Crossing Horsemen's Association 
  • Summit County 4-H Horse Show

Most recent state approval: 2009


Star, Amy
2500 S. Peregrine Creek Dr.
Milliken, CO 80543
(970) 397-5630
astar@co.adams.co.us

Classes this judge feels competent to judge: SS, HS, W, D, E  

Positive Evaluations sent directly to Dr. Denniston: 

  • Hopes and Dreams Benefit Show
  • Summertime In the Rockies Show
Most recent state approval: 2007

Schlachter, Shannon
145 N. Coleman Ave
Holyoke, CO 80734
(970) 854-5333

Classes this judge feels competent to judge: C, G, R, S, SS, W, E, HJ, H

Accreditations: 5+ years

Class size preferred: Any size.

Number of shows judged in last 2 years / References:
4 shows
Local 4-H show, Wheatland WY,St. Francis Kansas, 4-H HorseShow(May),Kiowa Circuit, Show I, Gunnison "Cattleman's Days" Horse Show, Assited with Colorado Horse Expo 4-H judging contest, junior 4-H reasons judge

Positive Evaluations sent directly to Dr. Denniston: 

  • Yuma County Fair and Rodeo
  • Morgan County 4-H Show

Most recent state approval: 2006


Hitt, Jim
37800 Buffalo Grass Dr.
Elizabeth, CO 80107
(303) 646-0581
JimLinHitt@msn.com

Classes this judge feels competent to judge: R, S, SS, W, E, H

Accreditations: 4-9 years
Hold Arabian Card

Class size preferred: 21-30

Number of shows judged in last 2 years / References:
8+ shows.  Boulder County Fair, Elbert County Pre-Fair

Positive Evaluations sent directly to Dr. Denniston: 

  • 2004 Spring Benefit Hairy Horse Show
  • Easy Riders Show

Most recent state approval: 2008


Waggoner, Kevin
107901 Rd. 66-8
Kim, CO 81049
(719) 643-5365
529-5365
WaggonerHorseTraining@awhoo.com

Classes this judge feels competent to judge: C, G, R, S, SS, W, D, E, H, Trail

Accreditations: 4-9 years

Class size preferred: 11-20

Number of shows judged in last 2 years / References:
8 shows. Fremont County Lincoln County Prowers County  

Positive Evaluations sent directly to Dr. Denniston: 

  • The Holly Gateway Fair
  • District VI Horse Show

Most recent state approval: 2008


Martinez, Theresa

Positive Evaluations sent directly to Dr. Denniston:

  • Park County Fair 4-H Ranch Horse Show 
  • West Pueblo Saddle Club Classic - 2009
Most recent state approval: 2009

Stulp, Meghan

Positive Evaluations sent directly to Dr. Denniston:

  • Pueblo County Summer Show - 2009
  • Pueblo County 4-H Spring Show

Griffith, Lindsay Martin
P.O. Box 550
Castle Rock, CO 80104
(303) 814-5977
lgriffith@brwncald.com

Classes this judge feels competent to judge:  C, R, S, W, E, H

Accreditations: 1997 Texas A&M Horse Judging Team Member; 5+ years judging 4-H and Open Horse Shows

Class size preferred: Any.

Number of shows judged in last 2 years / References:
Jefferson Cty Fair, Elbert Cty Fair, Various 4-H Open Shows in Longmont, Berthoud, Pueblo, Grand Junction

Positive Evaluations sent directly to Dr. Denniston: 

  • Jefferson County Fair
Most recent state approval: 2007

Chase, Jill
41379 Cty Road 34
Wiley, CO 81092
(719) 829-4661
jill.chase@lamarcc.edu  

Accreditations: Passed the 2006 CO Approved Judges Test    

Positive Evaluations sent directly to Dr. Denniston: 

  • Crowley County 4-H/FFA show
Most recent state approval: 2006

Hammel, Sean
17645 Walden Way
Colorado Springs, CO 80908
(303) 503-8378

Classes this judge feels competent to judge: R, S, W, E, HJ, H, Trail

Accreditations: 9+ years,I have Ring Stewarded and Scribed for CAHC Shows in the past two years. I have given Clinics for Douglas County 4-H program, Jefferson County, Boulder County

Class size preferred: Have experienced up to 30 horses in a class, but do not have any limitations.

Number of shows judged in last 2 years / References:
6+ Have judged in Boulder County, Douglas County, Adams County, and Jefferson County

Positive Evaluations sent directly to Dr. Denniston: 

  •  Douglas County Fair
Most recent state approval: Temp 2006

Folsom, Myrna
7050 Loma Linda Ct.
Longmont, CO 80504
(303) 833-2992
myrna_f_2000@yahoo.com

Classes this judge feels competent to judge: R, S, SS, W, D, E, HJ, H **Exp. 4-H Classes (Western Patterns & HJ (covered fences & Reining. **

Accreditations: 10+ years
RMHSA

Class size preferred: 21-30

Number of shows judged in last 2 years / References:
4 shows.
Colo. Stock Horse Stampedes 4-H Open Show
Byers Open Show  

Positive Evaluations sent directly to Dr. Denniston:

  • CHA Spring Fling

Most recent state approval: 2008


McConnell, Kendra
3791 Highplains Drive
Berthoud, CO 80513
(303) 956-2885

Number of shows judged in last 2 years / References:
El Paso County Fair, Rockie Mountain Saddle Club, Jefferson County 4-H Horse Council, Colorado Stock Horse Association Open Show.

Positive Evaluations sent directly to Dr. Denniston:

  • Central Wyoming Fair

Most recent state approval: 2008


Harris, Barbara
1659 Holeman Drive
Erie, CO  80516
(720) 939-1093
ponierdr@yahoo.com

Classes this judge feels competent to judge:  R, S, SS, E, W, H

Accreditations: I have judged several local and county shows, as well as a couple in WY. Also, I have previously judged the Kremmling County 4-H and Open Show. I have been asked to come back and judge several shows.  I passed the 2003 approved judges test. 

Class size preferred: I can judge a class of size, but would prefer classes with 25 or less participants. 

Number of shows judged in last 2 years / References:
I have judged 6 shows in the last two years.  

Positive Evaluations sent directly to Dr. Denniston: 

  • Rough Riders 4-H Show 

Most recent state approval: 2009


Brown-Wagner, Shanna

Positive Evaluations send directly to Dr. Denniston:

  • Cheyenne Saddle Tramp Show 
Most recent state approval: 2008


Weiser, Caryn

Positive Evaluations sent directly to Dr. Denniston:

  • Douglas County Fair Horse Show 
Most recent state approval: 2008

Grieve, Megan
P.O. Box 355
Severance, CO 80546
(970) 219-1436
megan.m.grieve@gmail.com

Classes this judge feels competent to judge:  C, G, R, S, W, E, H, Queen

Accreditations: 2006-2009 CSU Assistant Horse Judging Coach, 2006 AQHA World Champion Senior Collegiate Horse Judging Team & Reserve High Individual, 2005 APHA Spring Sweepstakes Senior Collegiate Horse Judging Team & Reserve High Individual, Miss Rodeo Colorado 2008

Class size preference: Any

Number of shows judged in last 2 years / References:
10+ including county fairs, local series, and open shows

Positive Evaluations send directly to Dr. Denniston:

  • Colorado Quarter Horse Show Association

Most recent state approval: 2007


Johnson, Jeff
1196 Grant St. #508
Denver, CO 80203
(303) 601-2181
jeffreyryanjohnson@yahoo.com

Classes this judge feels competent to judge: G, R, S, W, E, H

Accreditations: Congress Champion and Reserve World Champion Judging Team Member

Class size preferred: Any

Number of shows judged in last 2 years / References:
15 shows judged in the last two years, including: the Boulder County Fair, the El Paso County Fair, and the La Plata County Fair

Positive Evaluations sent directly to Dr. Denniston:

  • Park County Fair 4-H English Show

Most recent state approval: 2007


Zeir, Chris

Positive Evaluations sent directly to Dr. Denniston:

  • Pueblo County Fair - Western/English Show

Most recent state approval: 2009


Sroczynski, Lisa D.
6796 14th St SW
Loveland, CO 80537
noholeshorsemanship@yahoo.com

Classes this judge feels competent to judge:  G, S, W, E, HJ, H, Trail, Natural Horsemanship

Accreditations: Member USHJA, USEF, CHJA 

Class size preferred: Any and all

Number of shows judged in last 2 years / References:
Two shows at Hobby Horse Farms, Winter Hunter Jumper Series

Positive Evaluations sent directly to Dr. Denniston:

  • Fremont County Horse Show

Most recent state approval: 2008


Boizot, Tammie
11432 NCR 15
Fort Collins, CO 80524
(970) 568-3112
TJBDoc@AOL.com

Classes this judge feels competent to judge: C, G, R, S, W, E, H

Accreditations: 4-9 years

Class size preferred: 31+

Number of shows judged in last 2 years / References:
10+Weld County Fair
El Paso County Fair  

Positive Evaluations send directly to Dr. Denniston:

  • Rockie Mountain Saddle Club Horse Show

Most recent state approval: 2008




Bitner-Koehn, Libby
31101 Cty Rd 19
Lamar, CO  81052
(719) 336-2150
libbykoehn@hotmail.com


Black, Debra

Most recent state approval: 2009


Brozek, Karen
Norwood, CO
(970) 327-4010
horses@independence.net

Classes this judge feels competent to judge: R, S, SS, W, D, E, HJ, H

Accreditations: 8+ years, IAHA, Open, 4-H, experience with QH, Morgans, Arabs, Warmbloods, Paints

Class size preferred: 20-30

Number of shows judged in last 2 years / References:
4, incl. shows in CO, MI  

Most recent state approval: 2008


Byars, Marlo
5814 W Conservation Dr.
Frederick, CO 80504
(303) 772-0830
steparrowacres@aol.com

Cocas, Teresa
107 Falcon Hills Dr.
Littleton, CO 80126
(303) 437-7302
tcocas@comcast.net

Classes this judge feels competent to judge: H, S, W, T, E, HJ, D, R, G

Accreditations: Previous approved CO and WY 4-H, SQHA

Class size preferred: Any

Number of shows judged in last 2 years / References:
I have judged for almost every Jeffco 4-H club in the last 7 years, as well as Douglas County 4-H and several others all over CO and WY, the most notable being Larimer County Fair 4-H Horse Show 2001 and 2003

Most recent state approval: Temporary


Cooley, Cari
125 W. Trilby
Fort Collins, CO 80525
(916) 273-8688
blazerscool@hotmail.com

Most recent state approval: 2008

Coryell, Bonnie
P.O. Box 475
Meeker, CO 81641
(970) 878-5378

Classes this judge feels competent to judge: G, R, S, SS, W, D, E, HJ, H D, E, & HJ are my favorites.

Accreditations: 10+ years

Class size preferred: 21-30

Number of shows judged in last 2 years / References:
8 shows, Moffat County FairEagle County FairRangely  

Most recent state approval: 2008


Decker, Tim
78 S Pendleton Dr.
Pueblo West, CO 81007
(719) 671-3242
timamy5876@aol.com


Dehn, Robert
3404 S. Cty Rd. 23
Loveland, CO 80537
(970) 420-5252
robert@frontrangehay.com 

Most recent state approval: 2008

Douthit-Downey, Megan
1805 RS 115
St. Francis, KS 67756
(785)332-2942
ollie_ksu@hotmail.com

Classes this judge feels competent to judge: R,S,W,E,H

Accreditations: 2 time Congress Champion individaul, Reserve AQHA World Champ. idividual, National Western Champion Individual and won reasons and performace at the above meantioned contests. I also have show experience from winning the state of KS to competing at the world level...AQHYA.

Class size preferred: Indifferent

Number of shows judged in last 2 years / References:
Last year I only judged one after my wreck...as soon as I could get on my feet...this year only 4  

Most recent state approval: 2008


Engelman, Jenniffer
PO Box 113
Kersey, CO 80644
970-353-2502
CNJADVentures@aol.com

Classes this judge feels competent to judge: G, R, S, H

Accreditations: I have judged horse shows in Chaffee County & Fremont County.  I have judged queen/princess contests.  I have also given numerous clinics, and riding lessons

Class size preferred: Any

Number of shows judged in last 2 years / References:
I have judged shows in two different counties also queen contests.  Have given multiple clinics and riding lessons  

Most recent state approval: TEMP, expires 2007


Johnston, Tanya
9872 Sierra Vista
Longmont, CO 80504
303.833.3874
liltiege@yahoo.com

Accreditations: Passed the 2006 CO Approved Judges Test      

Most recent state approval: 2006


Keller, Barbara
1342 Saddle Ridge Rd.
Loma, CO 81524
(970) 858-9637
kellerqh@earthlink.net

Classes this judge feels competent to judge:  Trail, S, W, E, H/J, G and In-Hand classes

Accreditations: 10+ years; AQHA  Professional Horseman; ARIA Level III Western

Class size preferred: Any; small shows OK

Number of shows judged in last 2 years / References:
12 shows/ CQHSA. GJHSA, Grand Valley Pony Club, Delta Co. Fair, Montrose Co. Fair; Eagle Co. English Show; and Eagle Co. Fair

Most recent state approval: 2008

Larson, Anne
1437 St. Hwy. 215
Pine Bluffs, WY 82082
307.245.3399
pineranch@rtconnect.net

Accreditations: Passed the 2006 CO Approved Judges Test      

Most recent state approval: 2006


Larson, Skye
14556 Pecos Street
Broomfield, CO 80020
(303) 280-0867 (home)
(303) 482-6085 (cell)

Classes this judge feels competent to judge:  R, S, W, E, H

Accreditations: Passed the 2003 CO Approved Judges Test

Most recent state approval: 2007


Macleay, Jennifer

Most recent state approval:
2008


MacDonald, Laurie
32291 Hwy 14
Ault, CO 80610
(970) 397-7249
laurie.macdonald@unco.edu

Accreditations: Passed the 2006 CO Approved Judges Test      

Most recent state approval: 2009


Medill, Jolene

Most recent state approval: 2009


Nolan, Sandra

Most recent state approval: 2009


Nugent, Kathy
722 Apple Court
Windsor, CO 80550
970.222.2975
kathy.nugent@colostate.edu

Classes this judge feels competent to judge:  C, G, R, S, W, E, HJ, H

Accreditations: Passed the 2006 CO Approved Judges Test      

Class size preferred: 1-30

Number of shows judged in last 2 years / References:
7 shows

Most recent state approval: 2007


Pattee, Donna
900 N. 119th St.
Lafayette, CO 80026
(303) 665.7941

Classes this judge feels competent to judge: R, S, W, E, H

Accreditations: Passed the 2006 CO Approved Judges Test      

Most recent state approval: 2009


Polyard, Jillian
2912 Somerville Dr. #4
Fort Collins, CO 80525
(719) 440-0156
jpolyard@simla.colostate.edu

Classes this judge feels competent to judge: G, R, S, SS, W, D, E, HJ, H

Accreditations: 2006 World Champion CSU Judging Team, 2006 APHA Spring Sweepstakes high point judging team and high individual, 2004 AQHYA World Champion judging team, 2005 AQHA Congress champion youth team, 10+ years judging team experience both youth and collegiate

Class size preferred: Any

Number of shows judged in last 2 years / References:
4 shows

Most recent state approval: 2007 


Rosenberg, Ashley
1133 City Park Ave.
Fort Collins, CO 80521
970.988.9071
roseberg@simla.colostate.edu

Classes this judge feels competent to judge:  All but dressage and saddle seat 

Class size preferred: Any 

Most recent state approval: 2007


Rossiter, Megan
(970) 630-3058
megrossiter@yahoo.com

Most recent state approval: temporary 2009


Ross-Kjeldgaard, Kristi
PO Box 133
Hotchkiss, CO 81419
(970) 872.3916

Classes this judge feels competent to judge: R, S, SS, HJ, W, E, H, C  

Accreditations: 20+

Class size preferred: Any.  

Number of shows judged in last 2 years / References:
Reserve High Individual Overall on AQHA Reserve World Champion Team,
AQHA Youth and Amateur Clinicians for several years  

Most recent state approval: 2006


Seipp, Kimberly
6862 CR 2
Genoa, CO 80818
(719) 775-0437
(888) 269-6609
lomminis@mindspring.com

Classes this judge feels competent to judge: S, W, E, HJ, H

Accreditations: 4-9 years ASPC/AMHR  

Number of shows judged in last 2 years / References:
4 shows Glen Rose, TX Iowa State Fair

Most recent state approval: 2008 


Spreng, Rhonda Kay
101 Bobcat Drive
Milliken, CO 80543
(970) 587.5124

Classes this judge feels competent to judge: R, S, W, E, H

Accreditations: Passed the 2004 CO Approved Horse Judges Test      

Most recent state approval: 2007


Thero, Mike
900 North 119th St
Lafayette, CO 80026
303.665.7941
mikethe@tristategt.org

Accreditations: Passed the 2006 CO Approved Judges Test      

Most recent state approval: 2009


Turpin, Chrisene
34888 Jacobs Rd.
Hotchkiss, CO 81419
(970) 872-4782

Classes this judge feels competent to judge: G, S, SS, W, E, HJ, H, Driving, Round Robin Showmanship

Accreditations: 10+ years
16yrs 4-H Horse Leader;
Judged Horseshow Open & Breed Shows

Class size preferred: 31+

Number of shows judged in last 2 years / References:
Mini State Fair, GJ, CO Ouray County Fair Montrose Fair - RR  

Most recent state approval: 2008


Updegraff, Jolene
1017 E. Linda Ave.
Pueblo West, CO 81007
719-252-1272

Classes this judge feels competent to judge: R, S, W, H, and Trail

Accreditations: 5 + years for numerous horse shows around Pueblo County.

Class size preferred: Any

Number of shows judged in last 2 years / References:
2004 Pueblo County 4H Shows.
Pueblo County Office.  

Most recent state approval: Temp 2006


Widener, Tiffany
3506 Memorial Drive
Lamar, CO 81052
(719) 688-9484
tiffanylwidener@gmail.com


Zeier-Weiser, Caryn
3960 Viewpoint Way
Lafayette, CO 80026
(970) 420-7375
carynweiser@yahoo.com

Classes this judge feels competent to judge: R, S, SS, W, E, H

Accreditations: 10+ years RMHSA, Reserve National champion Individual in judging contest at Arabian & Half Arabian nationals.

Class size preferred: Any size

Number of shows judged in last 2 years / References:
5 shows (Larimer County and Jefferson County)  

Most recent state approval: 2008


 
NOTE:   Prior to 2001, some individuals may be listed on “County Only” approved lists for Levels I & II. C=Cattle Classes; G=Gymkhana Events; R=Reining; S=Showmanship; S=Saddle Seat; W=Western; D=Dressage; E=English; HJ=Hunter Jumper; H=Halter This list contains information provided by individuals in an effort to better describe their abilities. Therefore, no endorsement is intended or implied.

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