Meet the Staff
Rockin H Ranch and Trails End Arena was designed
and built by John and Cinda Hulsey of Gainesville,
Georgia. Lifetime Hall County resident, John also
owns and operates a very successful
environmental
services company in Gainesville, GA that
was established over five generations ago. His
business success extends as a residential and
commercial real estate developer building
neighborhoods and
upscale shopping venues. His love for all animals
was instilled at a very early age, particularly
his admiration for horses.
Rockin H Ranch was designed from a dream of wanting
the opportunity to care for and compete with these
first class show horses. Not only has this facility
created employment, but has given others a chance
to participate in such an admirable sport.
John's success would not be possible without the
support of his wife, Cinda. Her flair for decor
and genuine love for the ranch inspired her to
create Tumbleweed's a beautiful event facility
where family and friends could gather and take
in the wonderful atmosphere of her creation.
As you view through the gallery, you will see one
of kind artifacts and decorative items she found
throughout her travels. In keeping with the theme
of the ranch, she used her imagination and talent
to take this facility to the next level.
John and Cinda reside in Gainesville, and have
4 children and 4 grandchildren.
Walt Erwin is definitely making a name for himself
training cutting horses. He joined Rockin H Ranch
in late December of 2008. His extraordinary talent
for training show horses was apparent when John
Hulsey met him at a horse show in early 2007.
Since the age of four, he helped his father train
and breed all types of show horses in his hometown
of Lebanon, Tennessee. He was natural trainer at
such a young age and knew then his life would be
fulfilled. After graduating from college, Walt
began training cutting horses because he realized
their amazing talent and intelligence.
Winnings/Placements
- Top 15 in the 3,000 Novice in the World
- Multiple Finalist
- Southern Futurity
- Music City Futurity
- Congress Futurity
- Finalist- The Limited Open Derby in Fort
Worth, Texas
- Won- Great Lakes Derby Challenge, Lansing,
Michigan
- 2008 World Champion Junior Cutting ARHA
Since moving his family to Cleveland, Ga., his
busy schedule consists of maintaining and training
the cutting horses that are groomed for winning.
His hectic schedule begins early each day as he
grooms, conditions and rides each of the horses
he is preparing for Aged Events and weekend shows.
Cutting enthusiast come from all over the United
States to leave their prized possessions in the
care of his talented touch.
John and Cinda both agree that his training techniques
combined with his winning attitude is the direct
result of the success of their horses. His wife
Sara and daughter Lily have supported his career
and can usually be found watching the winning trainer
perform his magic.
Devin & Crista White
Devin and Crista White, the daughter and son-in
law of John and Cinda Hulsey, began riding horses
at a young age. What started as weekend riding
led them to compete in many events. Before realizing
their love for cutting, they both started team
penning with John and really enjoyed the competitiveness
and excitement of the sport. Crista's interest
in barrel racing soon led her to winning the 2nd
State Championship in IBRA in 2004.
John's interest in cutting started in 2004, but
not long after that Devin and Crista started to
enjoy the sport. "We have only been involved in
cutting for about a year now, but we both really
enjoy the thrill of riding a cutting horse."
After traveling to and from shows on most weekends,
they began to slow down after finding out they
were expecting a baby. In Dec. of 2005 they had
their son, Charlie. The best part about watching
him grow up is the excitement you see on his face.
Tracy Bales
Born and raised in Gainesville, Georgia, Tracy
began his career training horses of all breeds
in 1988. Being raised on a working farm, he had
a natural talent and basically taught himself the
sport. His ability to relate to the horses led
him on career path that has brought him many customers
and a winning title in several futurity events.
After being around cows and observing them with
the horses he realized the aspect of putting the
cow with the horse and began training cutting horses.
As Walt's assistant, his responsibilities include
training, warming up the horses, maintaining the
cattle and all the necessary stable work that comes
with the responsibility of the daily upkeep.
Tracy and his wife Sherry reside in Dahlonega and
have two children; Joe and Jesse. To contact Tracy
please call 706-864-3277.
