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Not nearly enough punishment for what she did. She should have to go and work in one of those places for a week and see exactly what she did to those animals. Disgusting. - Joy Seiders Duncan No, especially because she can buy horses again after the two-year probation is lifted. She shouldn’t be allowed to touch a horse for the rest of her life. This is why people think slaughter and animal abuse is ok…because they can get away with it. 14
The fact that she was quoted saying that she killed them all and there wasn’t a thing the people could do about it is sickening, considering she lied about finding them homes and sold them for a profit. She even took money and other donations from the people who thought their horses would be taken care of. It’s sickening that people just get a slap on the wrist. This is what helps others think they can get away with it. Hopefully the equine community will shun her enough to actually feel guilty
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about what she’s done (and not just guilty for being caught). -Elisa D’Allesandro This woman should be forced to volunteer in a slaughterhouse for a year and never be allowed to own or be around horses for the remainder of her life. In my opinion, she has lost that privilege! -Lorna Stacy Carter [She deserves] one year in prison for every horse she sold to slaughter! -Cathy L. Carlsen
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(CLOCKWISE FROM TOP LEFT) Celeste Santos and Dr. Maryann Smith wear matching outfits at a WGHA hunter pace; WGHA members cleaning Tanner Washout, a trail they adopted at Arcadia Management Area; Leslie Regh on Vinnie and Mary Mansfield on Governor participating in a WGHA Hunter Pace at the Reynolds Horseman’s Area.
THE GORGEOUS ARCADIA MANAGEMENT AREA IS A WONDERFUL PARK TO VISIT FOR ANYONE WHO ENJOYS THE NATURAL SPLENDOR OF THE FOREST. SPREADING ACROSS RICHMOND, EXETER, HOPKINTON, AND WEST GREENWICH, R.I., ARCADIA OFFERS ABOUT 14,000 BEAUTIFULLY FORESTED ACRES, MAKING IT THE STATE’S LARGEST RECREATIONAL AREA. IT’S THE PERFECT PLACE TO GO FISHING, HUNTING, HIKING, MOUNTAIN BIKING, AND ESPECIALLY HORSEBACK RIDING. 16
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Starting Your Ride: Arcadia is divided into two parts, east to west by Route 165. There are quite a few parking spots, depending on if you know where to look. Hunting is allowed there, so make sure you wear the appropriate orange gear before you go out. Take Note: Mountain bikers and hikers often use some of the same trails as horseback riders do, so all riders need to be mindful to show courtesy and share the paths. If you are intending on trail riding in Arcadia for more than one day, consider camping at the Reynolds Horsemen’s Area. With fireplaces, picnic tables, water, toilets, and a horse show ring, it is a very accessible, convenient place to trailer your horses for the day and camp out at night. Dogs are allowed as well, but must be kept on a leash. At a rate of $3 per night, this campground is a very reasonable place for riders to stay with their horses. The Joys Of The Trail: Nature lovers of all kinds use the woods and trails of Arcadia as a retreat from the busy, stressful world. Upcoming Events: West Greenwich
Horseman’s Association will be holding a “North South Trail Cleanup” on April 21; “Under the Sea Horse Versatility and NEHT Trail Ride” on June 3; “Early Bird to Beat the Heat” ride on July 15; and two hunter paces on June 17 and July 22. The Rhode Island Federation of Riding Clubs will be hosting a cleanup at the Reynolds Horseman’s Area on April 14 and their Blessing of the Horses on April 22. -Maranda Kolesinskas Be sure to send us photos of you and your horse on the trails and you could win! If your photos are featured in next month’s Rave Rides, you’ll win a pair of MacWet Sports Gloves! Please email high resolution photos (minimum 300 dpi, at least 4x6 inches) of yourself riding at your favorite state or national park, free access land, or beach, along with why you love riding there, to editorial@pedlar.com.
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Horse Racing Divas by the Staff and Correspondents of Blood-Horse Publications. 208 pages, paperback, Eclipse Press (www.eclipsepress.com), 2011, $18.95. This book brings some much needed “girl power” to the often overlooked fillies and mares of racing. Horse Racing Divas highlights the 12 fillies that have won the prestigious Horse of the Year title, starting with Miss Woodford of the late 1800s, and ending with Zenyatta. It should be noted that an earlier edition of this book was previously titled Women of the Year, 10 Fillies Who Achieved Racing’s Highest Honor. The book will interest racing fans and history fans alike. Each of the horses gets her own lengthy chapter, complete with biography, either color or black-and-white photos, and a pedigree (shockingly, the pedigrees listed for both Rachel Alexandra and Zenyatta are wrong). Each thoughtful and wellwritten biography highlights not only the horse herself, but the people connected to her, as well as the social context behind her story. BOTTOM LINE: Be entertained and inspired by these leading ladies.
BOOK THE MAJESTY OF THE HORSE: AN ILLUSTRATED HISTORY,
by Tamsin Pickeral with photos by Astrid Harrisson. 288 pages, hardcover, Quintessence Editions Ltd. (www.barronseduc. com), 2011, $35.00. Much like the showcasing of breeds at Equine Affaire, The Majesty of the Horse is a tribute to horses near and far, large and
small, common and rare. This sizeable book includes gorgeous images and descriptions of more than 80 breeds. The text by Pickeral focuses on each one’s contribution to history, while the photos depict the grace and unique character each breed possesses. What separates this book from other illustrated breed books is the focus on history, starting with the earliest beginnings of the horse-human bond. Chapters are loosely divided chronologically, geographically, or by function, with an introduction to each section giving the historical context of the breeds in that chapter. Readers will marvel at the vivid color images of living prehistoric breeds like the Asiatic Wild Horse and the lengthy historical
account of the breeds’ past and present. Other breeds include lesser known names such as the Knabstrup and Finnish Universal, plus well-known ones including the American Thoroughbred and Dutch Warmblood. The main criticism of this hefty book is the unclear organization. If you’re looking to find a specific breed, it may take quite some time flipping through the pages. BOTTOM LINE: Perfect for equine history and photography lovers. BOOK ANNE KURSINSKI’S RIDING AND JUMPING CLINIC, by
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Who wouldn’t love a private lesson with legendary jumper Anne Kursinski? For most of us, this comprehensive and detailed book is the closest we can get to the real thing. This how-to jumping guide takes readers through 20 exercises to improve position, feel, and overall ride over fences. The bulk of the book is divided into flatwork and jumping, both at the basic and advanced levels. You can’t argue with the expertise of Kursinski. She clearly breaks down both simple and complicated maneuvers into a number of steps, with accompanying photographs. It’s a resource that can benefit not only intermediate and advanced riders but also hunter/ jumper trainers who want to polish their instruction. The only disappointment is that the photos, which are small, black and white, and occasionally dark, appear to not have been updated since the original hardcover edition in 1995. I only wish the images, mostly of Kursinski herself, reflected the top quality of this book. BOTTOM LINE: Time-tested jumping advice from a famed Olympian.
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Pretty in Plaid Kensington Protective Products, maker of premium horse wear and accessories, is holding their first annual Plaid Design Contest. The winning plaid will be used to create a 2013 Limited Edition Product Collection, and the top designer will be rewarded with their choice of $500 worth of Kensington Limited Edition Plaid products. The contest runs through April 30. (www.kensingtonproducts.com) COURTESY OF STONELEIGH-BURNHAM SCHOOL
Competitive Edge “America’s Favorite Trail Horse” is looking for top-notch trail horses to compete in season two of the RFD TV series. There will be a casting call at Camp Marshall in Spencer, Mass., on May 4. The focus of this season is on the horse-human bond, so if you have a special connection with, or story about your trail horse, this may be your chance to win $100,000 in cash and prizes! (www.actha.us)
Stoneleigh-Burnham School’s new Equestrian Center Director, George Halkett.
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After nearly a decade of planning and fundraising, the Morrisville State College Equine Rehabilitation Center (MSCERC) in New York recently welcomed its first horses. A public open house is scheduled for April 28, featuring a variety of information on different therapeutic modalities and demos on the center’s cutting-edge equipment. The MSCERC is one of very few publicly accessible equine rehabilitation facilities in the Northeast. (www.morrisville.edu)
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Trail Volunteers Needed Do Your pArt to proteCt the lAnD You loVe By Sue Perry
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e may not always realize it, but forests and conservation lands are an important component to the avid equestrian. We use trails to ride on, and fields for our horses to graze in and for competitive events such as horse trials or hunter paces, to name a few. In light of Earth Day, this month’s column is dedicated to those who help preserve the forests and conservation lands that are so important to us. If everyone who enjoys using the trails pitches in, we can help maintain many of the places that we enjoy riding at.
The West Newbury Riding and Driving Club
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Newbury, Massachusetts. The WNRDC organizes riding activities, social activities, competitions and special fundraising events throughout the year. The club makes donations to other nonprofit organizations, including emergency services, equine rescue groups, and the MSPCA. Club President Kathy Feehery says, “WNRDC members work to maintain the town’s Pipestave Hill Equestrian Area, as well as other trails and open areas depending upon the need. Our Board of Directors generally hears about needs from members and others in town. There are no park rangers in our town, so we work with town boards and committees, such as the Open Space Committee and Conservation Commission to do what is needed. “West Newbury is also a member town of the Essex County Trail Association (ECTA), which maintains miles of trails in member towns and holds easements to
ensure that the trails will remain open despite encroaching development. WNRDC works with ECTA, as several of our members serve on their Board and as local trail stewards. Since we are a small town and a small horse club, all of these groups need to work together to support the multi-use trails in town; none of us can do it on our own.” Feehery says that most of the trail work is done on an “as needed” basis for annual maintenance. The club has an annual cleanup of the Pipestave Hill area, focusing on the cross-country course, and it keeps these paths mowed all season for riders, walkers, and dog owners. “Occasionally, we have had clean-ups of other areas, such as the Riverbend Conservation area, or removed debris from trails after a major storm. The club has also helped with bigger projects over the years, including replacing derelict bridges over the Indian River into the Riverbend area. The latter was a joint project of the DPW (Department of Public Works) and WNRDC, with club members providing volunteer labor to carry all of the building materials to the site and then help assemble the pre-engineered sections together.”
Essex County Trail Association
The Essex County Trail Association (ECTA) is headquartered in Hamilton, Massachusetts. Executive Director Alex Van Alen explains, “We are a member-supported organization that works to keep public access open across both public and private lands. We complete a variety of trail projects and also serve as liaisons between trail users and private and public land owners. “ECTA has a volunteer committee that works with our staff to create priorities, make suggestions and assess many of the trail projects that we work on. ECTA chooses which projects it works on, partnering with towns, with the state on their land, and with many private landowners in our 450-mile trail network. “ECTA pays for the materials used in
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Foreman in Acadia. “We rely heavily on volunteer labor for annual maintenance of the carriage roads. On one Saturday in early November, we had 300-plus people help with raking leaves out of the roadside drainage ditches. We worked for five hours and then had a “chili lunch” provided by the Friends of Acadia (a fundraising and volunteer support organization). The following weekend, we had 150 Boy Scouts working along with our park crew to continue the project. “Volunteer labor clears blocked culverts, clips branches to re-open Riders on Acadia’s Carriage Roads enjoy gorgeous views, such as this the vistas, removes dead trees, and cuts back brush year-round. The one from the summit of Day Mountain. Friends of Acadia volunteers work Bay State Trail Riders network of carriage roads that criss-crossed alongside college students and the park crew. Association “The unique design of the carriage roads Bay State Trail Riders Association (BSTRA) is the island, taking drivers through scenic a group of equine enthusiasts who enjoy trail woodlands and past breathtaking views of require additional skilled maintenance. New riding. Members also work to ensure access to the ocean and smaller islands. Today, Acadia gravel is put in to cover any areas that have trails for horseback riding. Every year, several park staff, with help from volunteers, main- been washed out or become rocky. All of the Trail Work Days are scheduled. BSTRA tains the carriage roads for non-motorized roads are raked and then rolled every spring. members provide volunteer labor for trail users—hiking, biking, cross-country skiing, Crown maintenance is provided, as needed, with a grader. and horses (ridden and driven). clean-up and maintenance/repair projects. “All of the roads were resurfaced in 1994Acadia’s carriage roads are not the usual The work days are usually in trail networks that the club uses for its rides—Hopkinton type of dirt trail that you encounter in New 1995. Now we do 14 miles every 15 years so State Park, Douglas State Forest and Upton England, but rather broken-stone roads built that nothing becomes too far deteriorated. State Forest, as well as the West Hill Dam to the highest standards of the day (1920 We re-grout cracks in the stone bridges area in Uxbridge, Massachusetts. The work is – 1940). Referred to by Rockefeller as “rock- to keep water out. The coping stones that similar to that done by WNRDC and ECTA filled roads,” they were constructed with three line the roads occasionally fall down (or get volunteers—clearing fallen branches, clip- layers of progressively smaller stones: a foun- knocked over), so park staff and volunteers ping back overgrowth, shoveling out water dation, middle tier and a finished surface. work to re-set and stabilize them.” bars and drainage trenches, and occasional This top layer consisted of crushed rock that small construction projects (like replacing was mixed with a clay binder and pressed wet The Benefits of Volunteering gravel and installing footbridges over brooks). with a two-ton roller, creating a hard, nearly Why volunteer? It can be fun, and is a great Volunteers generally bring their own hand impervious surface that withstood erosion way to make new friends who share a love of tools, with BSTRA or park staff providing and made for smooth riding and driving. the outdoors. It’s good exercise—bend down, Great care was taken to provide the roads stretch up, lift weight—all while fixing up the materials and larger equipment. with adequate drainage, which in the long trails that you will later enjoy riding on. If you run would reduce maintenance. Each had are new to the area, you can find out who people Acadia National Park New England has a crown jewel for trail a center crown eight inches higher than its recommend for a veterinary practice, farrier and enthusiasts—the Acadia National Park edges (the roads are approximately 12' wide) feed store. If you are an equine professional, you Carriage Roads on Mt. Desert Island in and was flanked by 2' wide “gutters” with might pick up some new clients. Doing volunteer trail work gives you a Maine. Acadia is unique among national enough depth to carry off the water. Culverts parks in that it was established with gifts were built of stone, where possible, and catch chance to learn about new trail systems and from private donors, rather than by preserva- basins were put at the entrance of each culvert get the “lay of the land.” On your next day tion of public lands. John D. Rockefeller Jr. to hold debris and prevent it from blocking off, you and a friend can trailer your horses to the park and have a wonderful, new venue loved horses, carriage driving, and nature. the flow of water. Acadia’s Carriage Road system includes 17 to ride in. When the noisy, smoky automobile made Best of all, it will make you feel good to its appearance on the island 100 years ago, stone bridges. These bridges are more than he wanted to find a way to forever preserve just a means of connecting two points above contribute to something that will benefit the natural serenity that existed before a stream or paved road; they are hand-crafted many folks for years to come. works of art built by skilled stone masons. the automobile. Sue Perry is a Certified Veterinary Rockefeller quietly began purchasing Most of the bridges are built of granite, quar- Technician and equine massage therapist. parcels of land, most of which he eventually ried at or near the site, so that they match the She lives in Upton, Mass., with two event donated to the National Park Service. He local bedrock. horses and runs “Muscle Magic”, an equine Alan Farnsworth is the Carriage Road massage service. envisioned, and then had built, a 50-plus mile 26
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[ TRAINING TIPS WITH CHRIS COX ]
In The Saddle
PONYING ANOTHER HORSE IS JUST ONE OF THE MANY JOBS A RIDING HORSE CAN HAVE.
Put Theory Into Practice: Part 2 THE HUNT FOR RELIEF By Chris Cox with Cynthia McFarland
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ny time you train a horse, pressure plays a key role. It can be pressure from your leg, hand, rein or spur. It also can be pressure from your presence, which your horse picks up on through your body language and expression, even when you aren’t touching him. Horses learn through relief from pressure. 28
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Relief of that pressure is critical to successful training. The secret is in knowing when to give that relief so the horse learns in a positive way. Once a horse knows the relief comes from you, he always looks to you for relief. Look at a horse with the bad habit of rearing. Maybe his rider has too strong a bit; maybe that rider is too heavy-handed. In this
example, the “why” doesn’t matter as much as the “what.” When the horse rears—whether he tries to avoid the bit, the rider’s hands, or both—the rider loosens the reins and grabs the horn to stay in the saddle. The horse soon learns that when he rears, the pressure immediately goes away. Because relief comes when he rears, you can bet he keeps doing that until and unless someone can show him how to find relief in another way. The gift of relief is the greatest gift you can give your horse. In his mind this is better than praise, petting or treats. This is why you always make sure that you give your horse a clear pathway in the direction you want him to go; then he can find that relief. It’s very important to set up a training situation so that the horse can find his own answers. I think of it as setting up perimeters, or establishing boundaries that allow the horse to find that relief. If I want a horse to give to my hands, for example, I don’t tug and pull on his head. Pulling creates only resistance. Instead, I hold my hands still in one place until the horse gives to the pressure. As soon as he does, I immediately release my hands so he has the relief he’s hunting. This is what I mean by establishing boundaries for the horse. I don’t pull him into position, but I do make it easy for him to find the desired position I want him to take. Relief of pressure is how the horse learns. Don’t do all the learning for your horse by telling him what to do every second. If you do, your horse never has confidence and relies on you too much. Instead, set up a situation so that your horse wants to look for the answers, to hunt for the relief, because this helps him start thinking. Set the boundaries by using your legs, seat and hands, and allow your horse to find the answers by seeking relief from the pressure of those boundaries. Your horse wants to do the least amount of work he has to, which is why you want to set up things for him to succeed. When you work with a young horse, you must build a foundation in the beginning. But as the horse continues to learn, you should expect him to use what he already knows from that foundation and to begin making decisions for himself by seeking relief.
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Don’t always “s p o o n - f e e d” the answers to your horse. When you handle the relief of pressure the correct way, you can develop total softness in the horse, not just some give or softness. You want this to become your horse’s thought process: He does what you ask because he uses the boundaries you have set to find answers (about how to proceed) and make his decisions. If you encourage this willingness and make it the horse’s idea to give a response, then he becomes soft in his mind, as well as his body, and that is crucial to horsemanship. All a horse really wants is relief. Even when you see a horse run away, ultimately it’s because he wants relief to do what he wants, whether that’s grazing or just relaxing. Horses are like us in this regard. Just ask people what they’d do if they won the lottery, and most will say, “Go on vacation and relax!” They don’t say, “Why, I think I’ll just work harder.” Why do we appreciate vacation time? Because it’s a break from work, from routine. In the same way, the relief of pressure is a “mini-vacation” for the horse. It’s an immediate way to freshen his mind and let him absorb what he’s done. Horses like routine. They also like to do things the easy way. That’s not a character flaw; it’s just the way horses are wired. Through time, as your horse During a tour stop, a tour participant’s horse initially resists giving to pressure on the reins. Just minutes later, the horse is no longer resisting and is on his way to finding relief, although he has not yet achieved his natural head-set.
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grows accustomed to what you ask him to do, he starts looking for a way out, or a shortcut. He starts to anticipate, and that actually can be a good thing, if you handle it correctly. For example, a person always tries to get a horse to stand still when, instead, the rider could utilize his horse’s movement and put his mind and body to work. When a horse doesn’t stand still when I’ve asked, I seize that opportunity to build on techniques and exercises that increase his suppleness. Movement always is an advantage for accomplishing tasks. So if your horse doesn’t want to stand, ask him to do various maneuvers. Keep your horse moving and don’t let him stop until it’s your idea. If you do this a few times, the next time you drop your reins and ask the horse to stand, he understands that he’s supposed to relax and take a breather, so he can prepare for the next job whenever you ask.
Feel
When I explain the concept of “feel” to students at my courses, I want them to understand this: Feel is applying the pressure you use to set boundaries with your horse and knowing when to release that pressure. Developing feel takes time and practice, but you can perfect your feel so that you release pressure the moment the horse gives to you. You might be applying leg pressure as you ask the horse to side-pass, or holding a brace with your rein, asking him to give laterally. In either case, you want to maintain consistency in setting that boundary until your horse gives. As soon as you feel that softening, that give, from your horse, you must release the pressure. If I lead a horse and he pulls against the
lead rope, I maintain my hold with constant pressure. I don’t jerk or pull against the horse. That only gives him something to fight against, and fighting never should be the goal with a horse. Your goal is to remain the constant in the equation. Things might happen all around you, but when your horse knows you are consistent in what you do, he looks to you for leadership. The better your feel becomes, the more in time and rhythm with your horse you are, the smoother things flow between the two of you. Your horse also is better able to understand what you ask of him.
Soaking
As you work with your horse, one tool you can use to help him learn is what I call “soaking.” This just means that when you get a correct response, you give the horse relief and leave him alone so that he can relax and absorb what he’s just learned. A soaking session might last two minutes or 10, depending on the situation. During your training sessions, once your horse understands the lesson, and softens and gives when you ask him to perform, stop everything and let your horse soak. Let his mind and body relax so he can take in and register what he’s just done right. When a horse relaxes, he usually salivates and licks his lips. The soaking session is the opposite of what many people think; soaking is not just a “time out.” A horse initially learns from a soaking session because he looks forward to the reward of being left alone. Then, when the horse comes back into the training process, he’s even better because the soaking gave him time to think without pressure. Put yourself in your horse’s shoes. Soaking
is like getting up from your desk and walking outside for a few minutes of fresh air. You certainly don’t forget what you were just doing, but the break is a chance to take a deep breath for a moment before you go back to work. If you use soaking sessions throughout your horse training, you find that they have a much more positive effect than pounding your horse constantly with schooling. By continually pounding away at him, you might get your horse to accept instruction physically, but not mentally. Without that mental acceptance, he eventually starts to resist and challenge you. It all comes down to how much you teach your horse in increments. With enough soaking time between lessons, you can teach a horse a great deal in only a day.
Establish Trust
There are no shortcuts to building trust with a horse. The only way to establish trust is by working with him and being consistent in what you do. Your horse wants to know that you are consistent. He also tests you to see if you remain consistent and follow through when you ask him to perform. Horses don’t like change; they’re creatures of habit. This doesn’t mean that you shouldn’t
As this young horse “soaks” to absorb a recent trailer-loading experience, he licks his lips and works his mouth, relaxed and comfortable with the situation.
change as you improve your skills. But as you advance in your horsemanship, you should build on the basic techniques that you’ve learned and that your horse understands. Change then becomes a process, so that your horse can transition and improve with you. I see the need for consistently building on the foundation all the time, especially when a person at one of my courses has a horse someone else has trained. That horse resists making any changes
unless the rider first builds on the foundation in increments, which allows the horse to establish trust and confidence in his handler. Remember: A horse has a very high survival instinct, and this instinct always is there. That awareness and sense of self-preservation make him the way he is. Photos and column reprinted from Chris Cox’s book, Ride the Journey with permission from Western Horseman Magazine. To purchase a copy of Ride the Journey, visit www. westernhorseman.com.
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toss her head. I don’t believe that she’s just acting up, as I can ride her bareback without any issues. I have had her looked at by vets, many saddle fitters, a chiropractor, and had a massage therapist out. One person had commented on it being an ingrown hair follicle with an underlying cyst which would need to be cut out and removed. Another thought was that it is a muscle issue. Last year I had a cyst removed from between her hind legs, on the inside of the leg. The results were that it was not a cancerous tumor. I should add that the lump on her back comes during riding, and then goes away usually within a few hours.
I have a coming 9-year-old grey Arabian mare, with whom I’ve been having saddle issues. When I first started riding her we had problems with saddles sliding forward and ticking her off. Now in the past two years we’ve had another issue that we’ve been trying to solve. She gets a hard lump on the edge of her spine about 4-6' from the base of her withers. I have tried saddle seat, western, dressage, and close contact saddles on her, as well as different pads, and a lump still always appears. She will get it with or without a rider. It appears within five minutes and it seems to hurt her, as she gets to the point where she acts like she wants to rear, or buck, and will trot a couple of steps, and
I would highly recommend having your mare re-evaluated or referred by your veterinarian. A lameness assessment would be greatly beneficial, even with a rider on her back to analyze the mass that appears. Also, a radiograph and possible ultrasound of the spine and where the lump forms may help to diagnose your horse’s condition. Nuclear scintigraphy is another sensitive diagnostic technique which may help to diagnose any underlying lesion. The soft tissue phase (vascular) may detect any inflammatory lesion and the bone phase evaluates the vertebral bodies (spine). Some possible conditions include impinging dorsal spinous processes, arthritis of the thoracolumbar articular facets or a nondisplaced fracture. Impinging dorsal spinous processes is commonly known as
‘kissing spines.’ This occurs when the dorsal spinous processes of the vertebrae (spinal bone) interfere with each other or ‘kiss,’ hence the term kissing spines. The dorsal spinous processes can also degenerate causing further problems and pain. As far as treatment goes, shockwave therapy can be applied to this region. The procedure increases bone production and remodeling, which is helpful in these cases because bone has been lost. If severe enough, the dorsal spinous processes can be removed surgically or corticosteroids (cortisone) can be injected at the affected areas to suppress the inflammation that is present. Another possibility is a fragment of bone or cartilage that has formed from degeneration of the dorsal spinous processes. A sequestrum is another ‘floating’ bone fragment but is usually accompanied with a draining tract. This acts as a constant source of inflammation and pain. Removal of the sequestrum must be performed. The mass could also be due to inflammation caused by irritation after riding. Eosinophilic collegenolitis granulomas (big word for a skin lump) is inflammatory and can be injected with a steroid. It is not cancerous. Long-term anti-inflammatories and rest may be very beneficial. Acupuncture and chiropractic manipulations performed by a trained professional are another possible therapy for back pain, once a diagnosis has been made. Saddle, saddle fit, riding technique, and degree and intensity of competition can all play a role in “back” problems. Utilizing a saddle with a wider tree may help to alleviate the pressure on the spine. Again, it would be best to have him evaluated by a veterinarian to fully assess the situation. We have seen many cases of kissing spines and ‘back lumps’ at Myhre Equine Clinic and these conditions can be treated successfully. -Dr. Grant Myhre -Dr. Ana Barndollar
About the Author After graduating from the University of Minnesota College of Veterinary Medicine, Dr. Grant D. Myhre, B.S., D.V.M. completed his Large Animal/ Surgery internship at the College of Veterinary Medicine in Colorado and a two-year residency at Cornell University. He launched his career as a surgeon (and later, hospital director), leading the Rochester Equine Clinic to the forefront of veterinary medicine. With the expansion of its Sports and Nuclear Medicine department, the state-of-the-art hospital now carries the rightful name Myhre Equine Clinic (MEC) and offers the most experienced veterinary surgeons, diagnosticians, and highly educated staff. The clinic, located in Rochester, N.H., offers advanced imaging services including computer assisted tomography (CAT) and is the only nuclear medicine center in Northern New England. Dr. Myhre has been instrumental in the continued success of MEC and the equine complex as a whole, and continues as the facility’s senior surgeon and hospital director. A Wentworth Hunt member, he is an avid equestrian and enjoys fox hunting, hunter pacing and trail riding.
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As equestrians we realize our sport carries its own inherent dangers. We travel at high velocities and jump solid obstacles while paired with a 1,200-lb. animal that sometimes is not the most cooperative. Most of us have managed through the nagging little injuries—a broken finger, a trampled toe, bruises from a runaway muck cart. But larger, more serious injuries do happen. It’s part of the sport and of the lifestyle.
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Many riders are required to complete physical therapy before getting back in the saddle.
Daniela Stransky has a bit of experience with injuries in the show ring. During a recent speed round at the Palm Beach International Equestrian Center she was unseated. Her junior jumper came down on the far side of the fence, landing on her face with one hoof. Her jaw was instantly broken and several teeth fell out. Daniela immediately went to surgery, and then spent a week in intensive pediatric care. But the injury could not keep the intrepid jumper out of the saddle for long. After a week in the hospital, she was back in the show ring, with a protective mouth piece in place as a precaution. The young rider realizes that she was fortunate to have such a brief recovery. “I was very lucky to not injure my arms or legs,” she says. “Being able to get back in the saddle was an amazing experience; I really did not have fear, just joy to be able to ride again.” According to the United States National Library of Medicine, horserelated injuries account for more than 2,300 hospital admissions annually among persons under 25 years of age. Nearly a full third of those admitted
had been treated within the past two years for a similar injury. Fractures and dislocations accounted for more than a third of reported injuries, and 28% involved a concussion or other head injury. The Journal of Trauma reports that approximately 50,000 Americans are treated in emergency rooms nationwide due to horserelated injuries. They report that 80% of incidents involved a head injury and a full 30% were spinal injuries. Sixty percent of injuries were caused by “ejection or fall off horse” and 40% of those hurt were kicked by the horse. It’s a risky business, a fact that many riders don’t completely comprehend until they are the ones on the ground. As an amateur, an injury can be frustrating and demotivating. But for many professionals, whose livelihood demands long hours in the saddle, an injury can derail a career. Even if they are able to get back into the saddle after a few months—or even a few weeks—the residual effects of the injury can haunt them for years to come. That is why more and more injured riders are seeking physical therapy after their trauma to aid in recovery and help restore full function. These therapists are able to work with afflicted riders to hopefully shorten time away from riding and restore use of affected body parts. Injuries do not have to come from time in the barn to affect time in the saddle. Sarah Ward, top derby hunter and amateur/owner rider, was playing flag football at her college, the University of South Carolina, when she heard a snap. She immediately knew something was wrong. Sarah was diagnosed with a torn ACL and Meniscus. She rode with the injury through the season; icing and keeping the knee elevated when she was not training or competing. “The pain hurt the most when I landed off a jump, and I just had to train my instincts to accept the pain instead of expecting it,” says the 21-year-old. Needless to say, she had surgery soon thereafter and was out of the saddle for roughly five weeks. There is a mental aspect to recovery as well. One must want to get better, physical therapists say. Ward wanted to get better. Though
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Sarah Ward was injured during a game of flag football, which resulted in a torn AcL and meniscus. Although she rode through the injury, Ward ultimately had to have surgery, and was out of the saddle for five weeks.
Jose Fernando Bonetti took a fall in a jumper competition, which led to a broken humerus. Because of the location of the break, doctors could not cast it; time spent in physical therapy put Bonetti back on the road to recovery.
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“I’ve learned to listen to my doctors. If I could go back and do it again, I would have taken at least another month to six weeks in rehab.”
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doctors told her she would not be able to ride for five months, she was determined to prepare for the Devon Horse Show and Country Fair. “Being out of the saddle was impossible for me,” she says. As soon as one week after surgery, Ward had grooms hold her horses so she could sit on them while wearing her brace. She attended every show she could, even announcing at one. She was ready to get back in the saddle; pent-up energy was building and needed to be dispelled in the stirrups. “When I finally got back in the saddle it was the best feeling in the world!” she enthuses. “Like my life had returned to me …I couldn’t handle not riding any longer, and I wanted to make sure I still had my eye.” Throughout her recovery, Ward went to physical therapy three to five days a week. A variety of exercises helped restore mobility and strength. “Every exercise helped but every exercise hurt,” she says. But it contributed to her goal of riding and competing again. “The most painful part of my recovery was not riding. It hurt every minute that I was not in the saddle.” With the physical aspect well in-hand, Ward still had to handle the mental aspect of her recovery once she returned to riding. “I did notice I wasn’t trusting myself as much. I wouldn’t trust my eye, and I would hold back—especially in the jumpers. Eventually I just learned that it was going to start hurting less and less as I healed, and I started to get back into the swing again.” To this day, her knee still bothers her and the joint’s mobility is slightly lessened. “I’ve learned to listen to my doctors. If I could go back and do it again, I would have taken at least another month to six weeks in rehab.” Physical therapy is a solid aid when needed, but it is no replacement for simple rest. Arm and shoulder injuries account for up to 60% of equine-related mishaps. Due to the way our bodies naturally respond when we are tossed, riders often land on the upper part of the body, and the impact is unforgiving. Jose “Nano” Fernando Bonetti knows a bit about an unforgiving impact. He was riding in a jumper competition in the Dominican Republic when he took a fall and broke his humerus. The location and nature of the break was such that doctors could not cast it. After an initial stabilizing rest period of seven weeks, Nano was able to undertake physical therapy. He still does exercises to help restore his strength for the best competitive edge. The mental aspect of the trauma was very difficult for Bonetti. “I was really upset, bored to death, and couldn’t wait to be in the saddle again.” He chose to stay away from the barn and horse shows during his convalescence, adding that “It only made me mad to be there and not be able to ride. “The best decision was to go to physical therapy in order to gain my muscle tissue back. The exercises helped a lot and helped me heal very fast.” Simple things such as sleeping became ordeals; Nano’s arm had to be kept at a 45-degree angle and cushioned ~ Sarah Ward with pillows to prevent movement. He is now riding again, showing the same horse on which he had the accident. “I feel confident and very happy to start again. My arm felt better than ever. In the end, the break was good for me.” The primary role of a physical therapist is to evaluate and then treat the physical limitations of a patient using stretching, conditioning, and exercise. In an ideal situation the patient will be able to return to all previous activity
with little or no repercussions from the injury. Some equestrians Physical therapists who work with equestrian may need to shorten clients take special care into the physical demands their stirrups or that the sport entails. Core work and flexibility are ride without them a key aspect of physical therapy for equestrians. when first returning “Physical therapy is very important to restore to the ring. movement back to pre-injury status,” says Denise Pontbriand, a Physical Therapist Assistant, CSST Certified Senior Strength Trainer, and owner of Core Fitness Wellness & Exercise in Sturbridge, Massachusetts. “Once discharged from physical therapy, riders need to progress their strengthening program.” With the go-ahead of their physical therapist, riders will often couple an exercise regimen with their therapy sessions. Accompanied by careful supervision, yoga and pilates have proven to be popular counterparts, allowing riders to strengthen their core while also stretching out their limbs. Riders with lower body injuries are often encouraged to use a Balimo “balance in motion” chair to help regain strength in the pelvic region, core, and hips. The value of weighted training—commonly using therapy bands that seem not unlike giant rubber bands—cannot be underestimated in numerous recovery situations. Again, with the careful supervision of a physical therapist, use of therapy band exercise will help build muscle while increasing strength and flexibility. Many people will continue using bands as a form of exercise post recovery, impressed with the benefits they have seen. Additionally, a rider will not always be able to simply “pick up” where they left off when coming back from an injury. Stirrups may have to be shortened—or even removed—for a lower extremity injury. Extra handlers may need to be ready to assist if needed, and the rider’s environment may need to be modified to aid in recovery. With patience, the watchful care of a physician, and a well-planned recovery regimen, physical injuries can be overcome. Many of the top riders in the world today have bounced back from them. “I recently worked with a female rider who came to me to improve her posture,” Pontbriand relays. “We worked on postural and core strengthening over the winter. She returned to riding class in the early spring and came to our next session saying her riding instructor (who she has worked with for 15 years) told her she looked like a different person in the saddle.” Daniela Stranksy put it best: “I saw my injury not so much as an obstacle but as a challenge for me to overcome. Going back to ride after my accident did not change my mind-set in any way, but if I were to say that it changed me I could only say that it made me stronger.”
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Core Exercises for Beginners We all know that riding can result in injury, but equestrians don’t always realize that practicing yoga, pilates, and stretching in general, can help you build a better core for riding and can ultimately help prevent falls. “Pilates provides many benefits to riders, as it offers exercises intended to strengthen the core, develop body awareness, and increase range of motion and flexibility,” says Pontbriand. “Pain in the sacroiliac joint (where the spine and pelvis meet), the lower back, hip, and back are common complaints that I hear about from my clients who ride.” Here, she shows us six beginner exercises which will help equestrians with mild back pain to develop better flexibility and a stronger core for their time spent in the saddle. In order to complete these, you will need a yoga or pilates mat, exercise straps, and an exercise ball that will allow you to comfortably reach the floor when lying on it. Before starting a new exercise regimen, always be sure to consult with your doctor or physical therapist.
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QUADRATUS STANDING STRETCH:
Lie down on a mat with your back to the floor and your legs straight in front of your body. Gently lift both knees toward your chest, and support them by placing one hand at the back of each knee. Hold the position for 20 seconds before releasing your legs. This exercise can be done in intervals of five. You should feel this stretch in your lower back.
Stand facing the wall, using it for support, if needed. To help balance yourself, reach your left arm out to it. Cross your left leg in front of your right one. Keeping your left foot firmly on the floor and your right foot at a 45-degree angle against the floor, apply pressure from your right knee to your left leg, and reach your right arm above your head and to the left. Hold this stretch for 10 seconds, and then switch sides. You should feel this stretch in your lower back.
BRIDGE EXERCISE: Lie down on your back with your knees bent. Take a deep breath and tighten your core muscles, drawing your belly button towards your spine. Lift your buttocks off the floor, holding for 5–10 seconds, and then slowly bring your buttocks back to the floor. Repeat with 10 repetitions. Sometimes you’ll feel this in your glute muscles.
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You will need some exercise straps to complete this exercise. While lying on the floor face up, bend your right leg, and place the middle of the straps against the ball of your foot. Holding the ends of the strap taut, gently straighten your leg out. You should feel this stretch within your hamstring.
Start out lying on your right side, with your legs straight out, positioning your right arm underneath your shoulder, so that your body, ear, hip, and shoulder are aligned with one another. Tighten your core and take the weight off of your bottom hip, slowly lifting your torso off the floor. Be sure to keep your body straight. Hold for 20 seconds, and repeat with five sets of repetitions on both sides. This is part of a beginning core program.
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You can do this exercise without an exercise ball, but if you have trouble with balance or feel uneasy, it is recommended that you start with one. Begin on your hands and knees, parallel to your shoulders and hips, respectively, or if using a ball, forming a box around it. Tighten your ab muscles, and slowly lift your left leg in the air. At the same time, lift your right arm out in front of you. Make sure that both your leg and arm are straight. Hold for 20 seconds, then slowly bring both back to the mat, and repeat with your opposite limbs. This is part of a beginning core program.
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PROFILE
PETER LEONE A GLIMPSE AT THE LIFE OF AN ELITE EQUESTRIAN By Sarah Breigle
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Starting A Family Legacy
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Peter was introduced to horses early on by his parents, both of whom had dreams of owning and operating a family farm. When Peter was 9 years old, they purchased some land in Oakland, New Jersey, and thus, Ri-Arm Farm was established in 1969. The name of the farm is a combination of Peter’s mother’s name—Rita—and his father’s—Armand. Peter’s interest in horses continued to grow as time went on. He took an active part in caring for the ponies on the farm and spent precious time after school and on weekends riding as much as he could. Peter learned a lot about breaking ponies from his first trainer, Sullivan Davis. He also credits “Dave,” who he describes as “a salt of the earth horseman,” with teaching him the basics of horsemanship. Ready for the next step in his career, Peter began training with George Morris at the age of 13. He quickly excelled under Morris’ tutelage, eventually making a successfull transition to international level competition. “George has an uncanny ability to select a horse for a rider,” he explains. “He has made a fantastic contribution as a rider, horseman, trainer, and as a person.” Morris’ methodical approach to riding and his focus on each individual horse’s needs created a lasting impression on Peter in his formative years. As a young rider, Peter won the Best Child Rider Award at numerous prestigious shows including Devon, Lake Placid, Washington International, and the National Horse Show
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at Madison Square Garden. At age 18, he won the World Cup Grand Prix at New York and then competed in the Maclay Finals the next morning. Then at 20, he won the International Jumping Derby in Newport, Rhode Island, with Semi-Pro, regarded at the time as the most challenging show jumping event in the nation. He went on to train with several legendary horsemen in the field including Bertlan DeNemethy, Frank Chapot, and Michael Matz. While majoring in economics and minoring in psychology at Drew University, Peter had the opportunity to train with the aforementioned U.S. team coach, Bertlan DeNemethy, during his final years as Chef d’Equipe. Following college, he landed his first job at Citibank. Eager to keep his hand in riding, Peter rode under the direction of Frank Chapot in his early 20s, a “fantastic influence” whom he credits with teaching him how to ride against the clock and someone who “knows how to win!”
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In 1982, Peter was invited to be one of two young riders on a squad of six to compete in Europe for the World Championship Tour. When senior teammate Joe Fargis broke his leg at the prep show at Hickstead, DeNemethy had to pick one of the two young riders to step up and ride in the World Championships in Dublin, Ireland. Peter got the “nod” and the opportunity to compete aboard Ardennes. He was the youngest rider not only on the U.S. team, but at the entire World Championships that year. His efforts helped the team earn a fourth place finish and Peter rode a double clear in the third leg of the Individual Final to finish twelfth. “I was so lucky to have had the chance to compete with that extraordinary mare,” he says, “she was so, so special.” Peter went on to become a Financial Consultant at Merrill Lynch where he excelled for five years. Passionate and focused on his work, he put in extra hours during the week in order to make time on the weekends for his first love—showing horses. In 1989, Peter stopped riding and went on to pursue his non-equestrian professional career at Liberty Travel, where he climbed the ranks to become the Head of National Sales. In the late summer of 1990, Peter’s brother Mark, who is also in the equine business, called him one Saturday afternoon to see if he wanted to ride a promising young horse named Artos in a grand prix competition the next day. Peter agreed and won after having been out of the saddle for over a year. In need of a rider for the Sussex County Horse Show, he was again called in to ride, and again earned a spot in the winner’s circle. While continuing to invest himself in his career, he and his wife Marcella started shopping for a young horse late in 1990. They traveled to Europe and purchased a 4-year-old French/German warmblood cross named Legato. Peter spent the winter bringing the young horse along, instilling the basics through extensive flat work. Confident in his potential, the pair went on to amass numerous grand prix wins including a clean round in the 1994 World Cup Qualifier in Wellington, concluding a comeback from a nearly career ending injury for Legato in 1993. By the time Legato was retired, he won the World Cup Grand Prix at the Hampton Classic, Tampa, the American Gold Cup, Wellington, Washington International President’s Cup, Madison Square Garden’s Grand Prix of New York, and had numerous double clear rounds in Nation’s Cups for the U.S. team. He won at numerous international
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shows including Aachen Peter (center) and Norton Hardenberg, presenting his new Germany; Dublin, Ireland; book to IHSA Board Rotterdam, Holland; members (L-R) Peter Monterey, Mexico; Calgary, Cashman, Naomi Canada; and individual classes Blumenthal, and at the World Cup Finals in Bob Cacchione. Goteburg Sweden. Legato’s career highlights include having the best scores in the team competition for the U.S. in the 1996 Olympic Games. Finally, Peter reached an inflection point in his nonVAnessA bARtsch
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equestrian career—he recalls, “I asked myself: do I love what I do for work?” Eager to fully invest himself in his passion for riding, he resigned from his job to combine his career with his passion and became a professional rider and trainer. He and his wife opened Lionshare Farm in Greenwich, Connecticut, in 1994. “Opening the doors to my farm was the beginning of a personal and professional dream come true for me,” Peter says.
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What started as a piece of land has grown to include over 100 acres complete with 36 stalls, an indoor arena, a cross-country field, trails, and two all-weather outdoor rings including a world-class grand prix jumping field. Two years to the day after the farm opened, Peter helped contribute to a U.S. silver medal won in the 1996 Atlanta Olympic Games. “Winning a team silver medal at the Olympic Games represented everything that my family had worked for over the last 30 years.” Today, Peter is quick to credit senior trainer Mike Henaghan and associate trainer Elizabeth Pandich for their roles in helping to run a business that is focused on providing top quality training. Their expert guidance to the riders at Lionshare helps give Peter the support he needs to coach and ride at the international level. Clients at Lionshare Farm can expect to receive personalized training focused on developing their individual goals to help them excel on the ‘A’ horse show circuit. Eager to keep learning and growing as a professional, Peter’s goal is to now help the U.S. earn a gold medal in the 2012 London Olympic Games. He acknowledges that this could be 48
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a difficult task to complete. “There are more good horses and good riders in the sport today,” Peter explains. “The show scene has become increasingly competitive and courses have become more difficult, requiring riders and horses to be better than ever. As a result, no matter how well you may ride, without one of the world’s top horses you cannot win on the Olympic level.” Select, one of Peter’s international level competitors, could help get him there. Together, they have won the grand prix of Devon, a grand prix in Wellington, a grand prix at the Fidelity Classic, and a second place finish in the 2010 Gene Miche American Invitational. Thanks to sponsor support, Peter is also bringing along two more top international prospects: an 8-year-old stallion by Quidam de Revel named Wodan M and a 6-year-old stallion by For Pleasure named My Pleasure. Looking back on his career, Peter offers these words of advice for young professionals just starting out: “Although it is tempting to do what works in the short term, you must remain true to the principles of good horsemanship. Good, classical horsemanship will make your business successful.” One of the thousands of riders Peter has inspired along the way is Kim Jaussi, an accomplished equestrian and co-author of Peter’s new book and DVD series. Ride the Body: Select Insights of Peter Leone has already been released, and his second DVD, which will focus on the Intercollegiate Horse Shows Association (IHSA), will follow, along with two additional videos. His book, Success Strategies for Equestrian Athletes is also due out this spring. “[Peter] is an amazing teacher; he is theoretical and yet pragmatic in his approach,” Jaussi says. “He has the uncanny ability to help a rider build confidence through patience and understanding.” At home, Peter and Marcella are the proud parents of two children including 22-year-old Christina, who is a senior at New York University where she is pursuing a concentration in digital information management. Their son Peter Jr. is a sophomore at Franklin Marshall College where he continues to excel in hockey and majors in economics. Peter’s passion for bringing along the next generation of international riding stars is evident in his approach as a competitor, trainer, and mentor. He remains true to the principles of basic horsemanship and holds himself and his students to the highest standard. What started at Ri-Arm Farm four decades ago helped set the foundation for the success of Lionshare Farm today, where Peter continues to create his own legacy of hard work, horsemanship, commitment, and continued growth as a rider and professional.
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The Problem With Tack
For many show horses, wearing tack is an unavoidable part of training and competing, but can also contribute to skin problems. Erin Morgan, DVM, of Leatherstocking Veterinary Services in New Berlin, New York, says, “Tack can cause areas of the skin to
barrier and similarly allow infection to take hold.” Tack that isn’t clean or doesn’t fit well can quickly cause rubbing, hair loss, swelling, and sores, so be sure to keep yours in top condition.
Brush More, Bathe Less
Another necessity for show horses—bathing—causes its own problems. “Bathing your horse too frequently can remove the skin’s natural oils and protective layer and actually expose the skin to more damage,” Morgan says.
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William H. Miller, VMD, Medical Director at the Cornell University Hospital for Animals, Diplomate of the American College of Veterinary Dermatology, and co-author of the book Equine Dermatology, encourages owners to bathe their horses as little as possible. “Brushing is the best thing to remove loose hairs and keep the coat clean. Bathe the horse only when needed with the mildest shampoo you can,” he says. Spot cleaning is an effective way to keep your horse’s coat both dirt free and healthy. Miller explains, “The potential damage done with bathing depends on the nature of the shampoo, the frequency of the baths, and the local temperature and humidity. The ideal shampoo would be one that only removes dirt, debris, and excessive oils. Mild grooming shampoos don’t do any harm if they aren’t used too often. However, if you bathe a horse every day with a grooming shampoo you will be altering the lipid (oil) layer of the skin and this can give the horse a dry, lusterless hair coat. “Medicated products are potentially more damaging and should only be used when needed and as directed by a veterinarian. Because all shampoos remove some lipids from the skin, bathing can be more damaging to the skin when the environmental humidity is low, especially below 40%.”
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To help our performance horses look their best, we often use topical grooming aids, such as detanglers, stain removers, coat polishes, highlighters, and fly repellents. If not used with care, they can negatively affect the skin. “Using excessive amounts of grooming products can leave an unnatural film on the skin that impedes its normal absorptive and eliminative functions. Some horses can develop
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The best shampoo is always one made specifically for horses. Many believe that baby shampoo should be fine for horses, but in reality it’s the wrong pH and is too degreasing for them. Often, skin problems occur simply because shampoo wasn’t rinsed off thoroughly enough. Be sure to get those hard-to-reach places (like under the belly and behind the elbows) and areas where the hair is thick, such as the mane and tail head. A low-sudsing shampoo is gentler on the dermis and easier to rinse out, too. Follow up your thorough rinse with a moisturizing conditioner, which will replace the natural oils that may have been removed by bathing and will nourish the skin and hair. Many leave behind a soft, silky coat and a lovely shine; but don’t overdo it, or you’ll end up with a greasy coat that attracts dust and dirt. To avoid bathing frequently, invest time in thorough brushing. It not only removes scurf and dust, it stimulates the glands and brings out the natural oils in the skin. Many top show horses are groomed up to three times a day to achieve that deep radiance.
Some natural ingredients included in shampoos are more soothing than others, and can sometimes even treat common skin ailments. Here’s a list of five ingredients to look for in your horse’s shampoo:
a hypersensitivity reaction when too many products are used on the skin, irritating it and making secondary infection more likely,” says Morgan. When choosing grooming products, read labels carefully. Alcohol can dry the dermis and hair, making it more vulnerable to sun damage. Silicone, common in coat polishes and conditioners, tends to dry the hair shaft and the skin. It creates a coating that makes the hair look shiny and feel soft, but with repeated and too-frequent use, the hairs become weak and are easily damaged and broken. Opt for siliconefree products. Petroleum, wax, and powder can also be excessively drying. If you feel you must use a product that contains these ingredients, applying a re-hydrating spray may moisturize the skin and coat enough to avoid issues. Even some natural ingredients can also be problematic, especially for sensitive horses. Tea tree oil, eucalyptus, henna, and cedar are the most common offenders. When shopping, choose grooming products that have moisturizers such as aloe vera, wheat germ oil, lanolin, jojoba oil, and propylene glycol; emollients like ethyl oleate and lignoceryl erucate; and gentle herbs like chamomile, lavender, calendula, and comfrey.
Keep Stress at Bay
Your horse’s overall level of stress has a big impact on his general health, including the condition of his skin and coat. Morgan explains, “Horses that undergo excessive stress tend to be more susceptible to infection due to decreased immunity. High levels of cortisol, released SIDEBAR PHOTOS: ©ISTOCKPHOTO.COM
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with extreme or chronic stress, can depress the body’s ability to heal wounds by impairing the immune response and decreasing collagen production.” Miller elaborates, “The intensity and duration of the stress is of key importance. Mildly stressed horses can shed more than usual. When they do this, mild dandruff is fairly common and the coat can get dull and dry. When the stress is removed, these changes disappear rapidly. But with prolonged stress, the hair loss can be more marked and areas of baldness can appear. It can take months for these changes to reverse themselves.” A balanced diet is vital to arming your horse with the tools and weapons he needs to combat the negative effects of stress. Skin and hair lacking necessary nutrients will not function properly and are more susceptible to damage and infections. Some specific vitamins are key. Biotin helps metabolize the fats and proteins that are essential for skin and coat health. Riboflavin assists in the healing of skin trauma. Pyridoxine (vitamin B6) facilitates hair growth and reduces skin inflammation. Vitamin A (retinol) is an antioxidant that APRIL 2012
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supports the immune system and is critical in promoting good skin and hair. Vitamin E, another antioxidant, slows cellular aging, fights stress, and supports the immune system, as well as contributing to thriving skin tissues. You can also support the immune system by supplementing with antioxidant nutrients such as vitamin C, beta carotene, and manganese. Minerals play an important role, too; imbalances and deficiencies are a common cause of coat related complaints. Selenium contributes to the efficiency of the immune system (but don’t over-supplement as selenium has a narrow safety margin). A zinc deficiency may cause slow hair growth and shedding, delayed hair regrowth, flaking skin, poor wound healing, increased susceptibility to skin irritations and infections, and a dull coat color. Copper is a key mineral for the production of dark coat pigments; inadequate copper often causes a horse’s coat and mane to bleach out from sun exposure. Amino acids are also crucial for skin and coat health. Sulfur amino acids originating from methionine are the most abundant in hair, but the coat also requires generous levels of lysine. If your horse is getting a balanced diet and still has skin problems, consider adding fat. It’s what gives the skin and coat a soft texture and forms a protective waterproof seal between individual cells and around the shaft of the hair. The most important fats are the ones the horse can’t make himself: The omega-3 and omega-6 fatty acids. Fresh grass contains high amounts, but they are lost when grass is dried and baled into hay. A variety of oils and other foodstuffs have these nutrients, but flax seed contains them in the balance that is most beneficial and with fewer calories. In addition to unbalanced nutrition, stress of any form can have an effect on a horse’s skin and coat. Provide your show horse with a balanced life, including days off from training, ample turnout, friendly pasture mates, and good living conditions.
More Than Skin Deep
A lot of grooming and minimal bathing will have your horse’s coat gleaming this show season.
Epidermis Damage Control By HyP Staff
this article has taught you how to best give your horse a healthy coat and skin. But what can happen if you don’t properly care for these vital parts of his body? here is a list of common skin conditions:
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Dandruff
Dandruff is often found in the mane and tail, and can be extremely itchy. A horse that rubs affected areas often can cause hair breakage and even loss. Listerine is said to help alleviate the issue.
Rain Rot
Also a fungal infection, rain rot is often contracted in prolonged periods of wet weather. These lesions can affect much of the body, though it is most common on the legs. Allow your horse to dry, then brush out caked on mud and dirt to help prevent this problem.
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General good health also supports thriving skin and hair. Keep your horse on a conscientious preventative maintenance health program, including deworming and appropriate vaccinations. Other health concerns such as gastric ulcers or a cough should be treated immediately. When you take care of the whole horse with well rounded nutrition and good basic care, your show horse will shine from the inside out.
Ringworm
Ringworm is a fungal skin disease, often spread through the use of grooming tools. Lesions can be painful and/or itchy, and can spread quickly. Do not share tack and grooming tools, or if you must, be sure to disinfect them upon return.
Saddle Sores
Ill-fitting and dirty equipment can result in saddle sores. These are often open wounds and painful. A dirty horse can also be the cause of this ailment, so be sure to thoroughly brush him before you tack up.
Hair Loss/Rubs
Ill-fitting and dirty tack, among other reasons, can cause a loss of hair in horses. Insect bites can also lead to hair loss, and become itchy. It is important to determine what the cause is before treating it. If you are following the guidelines in this article and your horse’s skin and coat are still in poor condition, you should call your veterinarian—there could be an underlying health problem, such as ulcers.
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ECOFRIENDLY EQUESTRIAN FASHION MAKE A WORLD OF DIFFERENCE WITHOUT SACRIFICING STYLE OR PERFORMANCE By Kathryn Selinga
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THE GREEN STANDARD Cutting through the red tape can be difficult when figuring out what the right eco-friendly fabric and product is for you. Understanding eco- terminology is a whole other story. Here is a breakdown of some of the common fabrics and terms you’ll read about in this article: Bamboo: Bamboo is one of the Earth’s most naturally sustainable and renewable plants. The fabric is said to be naturally wrinkle and odor resistant, moisture wicking, and antimicrobial. It is also very soft and comes in multiple forms. Bemberg: Bemberg cupro material is made from cotton linter, which is annually renewable. It is also biodegradable in soil under bacterial action. The material is moisture wicking and anti-static, and is Oeko-Tex Standard 100 certified, meaning it’s free from substances with an adverse effect on human health. (www.asahi-kasei.co.jp/asahi/en) Schoeller: Schoeller Textiles, a Swiss Company, has been manufacturing in accordance with the Bluesign standard since 2003. Their technical fabrics include properties such as moisture wicking, cooling, waterrepellent, and UV-resistance. (www.schoeller-textiles.com)
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every taste are all incorporated in environmentally friendly clothing. Did we mention the feminine cuts that are super flattering on the body? No matter what your discipline, there is competition attire available that is beautifully made, stylish, will polish your show-time appearance, and is of course, eco-friendly. “Just because it’s good for the environment doesn’t mean it can’t look good,” says Tara Roemke, Product Manager for Denim and English Apparel at Ariat International. Ariat not only creates colorful and comfortable fleeces made out of a minimum of 50% recycled material, “reducing the burden on landfills,” says Roemke, but they also offer breeches made out of high-standard Schoeller material— their best show breeches, at that. Meghan Ball of JPC Equestrian and representative for TuffRider agrees with Roemke, “You don’t have to sacrifice being comfortable or looking good [when buying environmentally friendly apparel]—you can have all of it in one package.” TuffRider developed “EcoGreen,” a line of schooling and show–appropriate breeches, as well as schooling shirts and even boot socks, all made out of bamboo. “I love that [earth friendly wear] can be just as fun and appealing in terms of fashion as any other piece can be. We can use bamboo to make fabrics that are just as much fun—I’d really like to see that continue to grow,” she adds. And there are many more manufacturers that create riding apparel of all kinds—breeches, show coats, socks, schooling clothes, and more, out of a number of environmentally friendly fabrics including bamboo, Bemberg, and Schoeller. While some companies advertise the fact that they make green products, others do not—in fact, a great deal of riders likely already own pieces that are eco-friendly and don’t even know it. Gorgeous show coats made from earth-friendly fabrics are still in line with the fashion trends for hunters and jumpers, and classic looks are available for eventers and dressage riders. An array of colors and patterns from black, navy, greys, teal/greens, and plaids, with accented collars and pockets and other pops of color can be found from the likes of R.J. Classics, Grand Prix, and Kingsland to name a few, and will make any rider stand out from the crowd. They are also offered in a variety of price ranges, making them more accessible. While there’s less room to be creative with breeches for competition, eco-friendly fabrics still look and feel luxurious, and are made by some top retailers including Ariat, TuffRider, Pikeur, and Kingsland, for starters. Many of them also offer these breeches with the newly popular Euroseat. They come in full seat and knee patch, in traditional colors as well as seasonal ones, and even plaids. Show shirts have yet to catch up—though some of Kerrits’ white technical shirts are sharp looking, including one with a textured argyle pattern and wrap collar, which can be worn in cross-country competition or at dressage schooling shows. And speaking of Kerrits, who makes sure to incorporate earth-friendly activities in every aspect of what they do, they also offer stock ties for the dressage and event rider. Ovation even makes boots with bamboo soles.
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And not only are these pieces insanely fashionable, they’re also durable, technical, and available at all price points! In honor of Earth Day, which is just around the corner on April 22, we would like to introduce you to some of these fantastic products and the many aspects of how you can be green when choosing your next riding ensemble.
And to go under those boots, TuffRider has bamboo socks in chic argyle.
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Let’s face it—when it comes down to it, riding isn’t exactly a glamorous sport. You sweat, you stink, you’re always on the go and bending every which way, and it’s a rough and tumble activity. So when you think of how a piece of riding clothing performs under even the harshest conditions, what are the key details you need—something cool, durable, moisture wicking, comfortable, and flexible, not to mention odor and wrinkle resistant. All of these qualities are hard to find, especially together, in most materials. Ironically, they are found in many eco-friendly fabrics. “In addition to being earth friendly, bamboo fabric is really good about wicking away moisture—it will keep you cool and comfortable while you’re riding. This fabric will work as hard as you’re working. It’s also naturally antimicrobial, so it’s odor resistant and always looks good because it’s naturally wrinkle resistant. And it’s really soft so it’s going to feel good—not be itchy or scratchy,” says Ball. And these products are just as durable and technical as their non-environmentally friendly counterparts, if not more so. “I think people are concerned how long ecoproducts can last. Because [many come from] recycled material, they can wear like iron. Some people have a false
impression—your top brands are going to stand behind the products that they make and they’re going to be good,” adds Kerri Kent, CEO of Kerrits.
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THE R.J. CLASSICS LADIES DIAMOND COLLECTION show coat (LEFT) and shadbelly (MIDDLE) feature fabric that is produced in a mill dedicated to the preservation of the environment, are part of their Classic Commitment series, and are lined with Bemberg fabric. THE GRAND PRIX CLASSIC SPORT soft shell show coat, made of Schoeller material, is lightweight, water-resistant, and breathable.
There are ways to buy green other than just concentrating on the fabric of products. Grand Prix not only makes a line of show coats from stretch Schoeller material, but they also manufacture all of their products in Canada—meaning they don’t travel as far to get to customers in the United States, generating a smaller carbon footprint. “We look at how far the fabrics come from, and [all of our garments are] sewn in the U.S. This creates a smaller carbon footprint—whereas a lot of companies buy from Taiwan,” says Kent. “What we have seen is resistance to products made in China and other countries of the world. A ‘Made in the USA’ label certainly helps a product to sell,” concurs Christine Duggan of Equestrian Collections, who markets numerous Earth-friendly products. Paying attention to the fabrication process of the material itself is also important. “The mills we use are dedicated to the preservation of the environment and therefore
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(CLOCKWISE FROM RIGHT) EACH ARIAT LADIES ECO PULLOVER is made with at least 50% recycled material. TUFFRIDER’S BAMBOO ARGYLE SOCKS wick away moisture and are naturally odor resistant. THE KERRITS AIRGYLE RIDING SHIRT is infused with bamboo charcoal fibers, to help keep you cool and dry.
Like every new technology, eco-friendly equestrian wear has evolved since its inception around 2008. Most of the lines introduced during that time didn’t fare as well as they had hoped. “Kerrits did bring a great line called G.R.A.S.S. (Green Riding Apparel for Style and Sustainability) to the marketplace. However, although the line got a lot of kudos, it was not successful because of the slightly higher price point. Riders not only need to demand it, they need to follow through and buy greener products once they do come on to the market,” says Duggan. Kent confirms Duggan’s statement, “[G.R.A.S.S.] sold OK. It didn’t market that well—I don’t think people were ready for it. It was disappointing. So what we did was bring those fabrics and technology back into the Kerrits line. Instead of [marketing] it, we just did it.” Now, more retailers have found ways to be conscious of the environment at a reasonable price point, something that was not as common five years ago. “As far as fabrics and fashion go, [environmentally friendly] fabrics are now more readily available,” says Kent. “Fortunately, bamboo in general can be affordably priced, which is one of the reasons we went with it,” adds Ball.
work toward a safer and more productive manufacturing system. Several of the mills we use have various certifications to safeguard the environment and protect our natural resources,” says Roberta Weintraub of R.J. Classics, who has a series of beautifully crafted show coats lined with Bemberg fabric. And what about the details, like dying fabrics and addressing knee patch/full seat material? “As far as coloring goes, most of [the dyes we use] are environmentally friendly,” says Kent. “And we use an eco-friendly suede. The processes of tanning and dying leather and deerskins are super toxic. It’s not a direction we wanted to go.” 60
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All of our professionals agree—if there is demand for it, they will make it. So now it’s up to you, the consumer, to decide to take the plunge and make a difference. Perhaps you’re not ready to commit to environmentally friendly show attire yet? There are plenty of affordable, fashionable schooling options that are green for even the most persnickety of equinistas to test drive. “It’s not an individual that’s going to make a difference. The whole equestrian community needs to say they want a change and buy and support to make that change,” says Kent. There are numerous companies that create apparel in one or more of the many ways that classify them as eco-friendly. All it takes is a little research and a trip to your local tack store to fall in love with the aesthetics, quality, and performance of the products—not to mention the feeling you’ll get knowing you’re helping to maintain the land we rely on to do what we love as riders. “Every chance people have to make a difference, it all adds up, it all counts. [Having open land is] an important part of our whole eco-system—we need it so we can enjoy riding horses. We need big fields so we can have grass hay—[being environmentally friendly is] about bigger picture stuff,” concludes Kent. Thank you to Dover Saddlery for allowing us to use their Plaistow, N.H., location and products for this article. Learn more about our interviewees’ commitment to the environment by visiting their websites.
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ne of the few snow storms to hit New England this season threatened to postpone the Rhode Island Horseman’s Association (RIHA) Annual Awards Banquet on January 14, 2012, but close to 200 members and their families and friends drove slowly through the snow and cold to attend the celebration, held again at the Quidnessett Country Club in North Kingstown, R.I. The RIHA Board members and banquet committee members handed out more than 250 awards and challenge trophies. Winners received ribbons, garment bags and coolers, and the youngest riders also received stuffed toy horses. The association would like to thank their division sponsors as well as all the members and exhibitors for a successful 2011 show season and a great banquet. The following is a list of some of the award winners: Madyelyn Bradley placed first in Hunter Seat Walk-Trot Equitation and also tied for first on B-Clyde in Walk-Trot Beginner’s Pleasure with Kyle Pianka on Learner’s Permit. Nina Rotondo was the champion of both Hunter
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Seat Short Stirrup Equitation and Short Stirrup Hunter. Suzanne Hourihan placed first in Adult Amateur Hunter 35+ as well as Adult Amateur Hunter Seat Equitation. Mary Beth Hendrick The Adult Amateur presents the High Point Equitation Award Western/Reining Champion was Nadine Mitchener. to Bonnie Smith. Alison Ward and Sand Dollar won Bridle Path Hack. Allyson Marrinan came in first in Children’s Equitation and Children’s Hunter Ponies. The champions of English Horse In-Hand were
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ELLEN FECHER SCHEER ALWAYS LOVED HORSES, and her interest has taken her from New York to New Jersey and into the world of Arabians. Growing up on Long Island, she started riding with the Girl Scouts. After graduating college with a Master’s degree, Ellen bought her first horse, a 14.3 hand gray gelding that she named Lord Elf. Her mother thought she was crazy and didn’t speak to her for two weeks! But Ellen owned “Elfie” for nine years, loved him, and took instruction in dressage and jumping from the late Luis de La Valette, former captain of the Cuban international team. Through Luis, Ellen acquired her first Arabian, Jadi Nawil, and continued to pursue dressage. At that time, there were very few Arabians on Long Island. “I had always dreamed of owning an Arabian horse,” said Ellen, who had read all of Walter Farley’s Black Stallion books. She learned about the lore and mystique of Arabian horses, but feared they might be too “hot” for her. Jadi
Nawil convinced her otherwise. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Jadi entered my heart and changed me forever,â&#x20AC;? she said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Through him, I learned that Arabians are whatever you want them to be, and they just try to please their person beyond belief. They are not for everyone, as they are very different from most horses, being opinionated and so smart. But when they love you, they love without reservation.â&#x20AC;? When Jadi died, Ellen was devastated, until another Arabian, a gray mare called Act of Magic, came into her life. She was the mother of Ellenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s present horse, Magic Act Tuh, and his sister Amira. The mare was eventually sold, and Ellen kept her two offspring. Amira was shown successfully in dressage, hunter, and western pleasure. She suffered colic attacks and died in 2010, but Ellen still has â&#x20AC;&#x153;Toodles,â&#x20AC;? whom she describes as â&#x20AC;&#x153;the most incredible horseâ&#x20AC;&#x201D;talented, kind, loving, and willing to do whatever I want while taking care of me in any situation.â&#x20AC;? Ellen presently resides with her husband in New Jersey and trains with Guilene Mallard. Guilene used to serve as an outrider for harness racing with her Arabians and then took them to weekend horse shows. Magic Act Tuh has displayed ability and versatility. In 2010, he earned his Legion of Honor after getting enough points in dressage to qualify. The Legion of Honor is an award from the Arabian Horse Association of America for which a purebred Arabian must accumulate 75 points. Toodles was 13 points away from his Legion when he
foundered in 2008, but he recovered and made a comeback in the early spring of 2010. The following year, Ellen began competing in Western Pleasure and took him to four of six shows organized by the Central Jersey Horsemenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Association (CJHA). Ellen and her horse competed in Western Beginner and wound up with the Year-End Grand Championship in Overall Western Versatility and High Point Western Pleasure. They competed against Quarter Horses, Paints and even a Standardbred at the CJHA shows. Ellen carried four huge trophies home from the annual awards dinner. Elfie could be difficult, but Toodles, Ellen said, â&#x20AC;&#x153;is laid back, calm, and steady as a rock, yet you can take him in a class and have as much if not more of a chance of winning it.â&#x20AC;? (My personal memory of Elfie is of a little horse that could jump, do dressage, and negotiate the trails, as long as you let him think it was all his idea! I borrowed him occasionally for a lesson when my Thoroughbred was laid up). Ellen looks forward to another year of showing with Toodles. â&#x20AC;&#x153;He is now 18 years old,â&#x20AC;? she said, â&#x20AC;&#x153;and he will be with me until one of us dies.â&#x20AC;?
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included a week-long clinic with Robert Dover in Wellington, Fla. The Long Island Dressage and Combined Training Association (LIDCTA) is planning a 2012 Summer Classic, with the date to be announced. For more information, visit www.lidcta.com. The Long Island Horse Show Series for Riders with Disabilities (LIHSSRD) has scheduled its first 2012 show for April 14 at the Thomas School of Horsemanship in Melville, N.Y. Other show dates will be announced later. The East End Livestock and Horsemenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Association (EELHA) set a tentative date of April 10 for its swap night at the Martha Clara Vineyard in Jamesport, N.Y. One of its founders, Frank Tarulli, passed away in December. He was involved with rescue work and participated as a rider in Southold Town Parades. Dr. Norman Shettel, a well-known Long Island veterinarian, passed away January 29 of complications from cancer. The equestrian community extends condolences to his family. He will be missed by all who knew him both personally and professionally. Bill Uhlinger is being honored with a memorial hunt on April 1. Bill, who passed away over the winter, rode with the Smithtown Hunt, was a member of the Nassau Suffolk Horsemenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Associationâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s (NSHA) Rough Riders, was a past NSHA president, and a very active member of the Long Island equestrian community.
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(CLoCkwise from above) mary beth Hendrick awards the Hunt seat 12-14 Year old Championship to Courtney Lemois; riHa board member brook Deangelis presents the appaloosa english Pleasure award to brianna reposa; riHa short stirrup equitation Champion Chloe esposito.
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Robin Muksian-Schutt and My Lady’s Prince. Allyson Marrinan also won in Hunter Seat Equitation 11 & Under. Courtney Lemois was the victor for Hunter Seat Equitation 12-14. And Lauren Alofsin was the champion of Hunter Seat Equitation 15-17. Mary Jane James-Pirri took home top honors in Long Stirrup Equitation, while Beth Sylvia was the champion of Modified Adult Equitation and also Modified Adult Hunter. Alysia Berube won Quarter Horse Pleasure English or Western Junior Rider with The Full Monty. Gina Marie Lindell and Kaluha’s Folly were champions of the RIHA English Pleasure Horse division. Elyse Miller and Jamie Sylvander both tied for first place in the Trail Horse divisionEnglish, while Nadine Mitchener won the Trail Horse division-Western. There were also many special trophy awards given to outstanding riders at this year’s banquet. Blake Rowan was presented with the Leadline Equitation Challenge Trophy, and Nina Rotondo was awarded the Frederick G. Reeve Memorial Trophy. The Crown Prince Memorial Challenge
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also won the Fuego Hight Point Adult Equitation Challenge Trophy. Nadine Mitchener won the Elaine Holbrook Memorial High Point Stock Seat Award as well as the Chester “Chip” Marshall Memorial High Point Western Rider Award. The Flashback Memorial Trophy went to Allyson Marrinan, while the Gifford and Vars Challenge Trophy was awarded to Bonnie Smith. Courtney Lemois was awarded the Tribble Chafee Memorial Challenge Trophy, and the Cape Code Bay Memorial Challenge Trophy was given to Lauren Alofsin. Mary Jane James-Pirri was presented with the DeeDee Harrison Challenge Trophy. Beth Sylvi won the Rolex Memorial Challenge Trophy and the Jhoncorde Memorial Challenge Trophy. For more information on the Rhode Island Horseman’s Association, visit www.rihorseman.com.
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his year’s South Shore Horsemen’s Council (SSHC) banquet was a huge success, hosting a record number of 300 attendees. It was held February 4 in the grand ballroom at the beautiful new Boston Quincy Marriot location. This wonderful evening, which celebrated the year-end SSHC High Score Award winners, was organized by the tireless efforts of the club’s board members, including vice president Alex President Bill Ritchie addresses the Peak, Roger Flood and Kim crowd with his “State of the Club” Wise, treasurer Brian Wise, message. president Bill Ritchie, Tally Carruthers, Lynda St. Andre, and an Beddard, announcing the year-end award winners. After the awards army of club supporters. The evening started with a social presentation, the dance floor was the hour, allowing attendees to peruse place to be with great tunes until the the extensive array of silent auction end of the evening. Over 70 high score awards and items donated by local businesses and club members. All proceeds 17 perpetual challenge trophies from the silent auction will go to were given out over the course of perpetuate the scholarship fund. the evening. Prizes included direcAttendees also got to snack on a tor’s chairs, coolers, and tack trunks nice selection of cheese and crackers. monogrammed with the South Conversation was buzzing as auction Shore Horsemen’s logo. Also handed bidders circled the tables, placed out were photographic paintings, their bids, and checked back often halters, bridles, hat cases, and giant to increase their amount in hopes of championship ribbons. Interspersed with awards, the results of the silent having the winning bid. The doors opened to the beauti- auction were announced. Carol fully appointed main dining room at LaRose sold many tickets to the 6:30 p.m., showcasing the podium 50/50 raffle, which totaled $860; area that was decorated with an so the winner of the draw took amazing array of trophies and home $430! SSHC’s Annual Scholarships ribbons. A sit down dinner offered a choice of roast beef, chicken, or vegan were awarded to two well deserving main course, followed by a deli- recipients, Marissa Ahola and David cious strawberry shortcake dessert. Wise. The Overall High Point SSHC Board Member Joe Lombard Award for the Pleasure Ring went opened the ceremonies with a prayer to Alexis Ierardi and Bourke H, who requesting continued good health for also won the Western Star Galaxy all, and then Bill Ritchie addressed Memorial Trophy. The Overall High the crowd with a “State of the Club” Point Award for the Hunter Rings message followed by MC/DJ Greg continued on page 70
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went to Deb Barretto and Tiffany. Whitney Joy’s My Kinda Cowboy had a stellar year, garnering the Connie Cunningham Memorial, the BG Skips Solo High Point, and the Lopenator Youth All-Around challenge trophies. The Sir Velvet Pet Type Pony Challenge Trophy went to Bear and Samantha Bruha; the Surprise of the South Memorial Challenge Trophy was awarded to Miranda Demers; and the Saddle Seat Walk-Trot Trophy was presented to Emily Cronin. The SSHC Leadline 6 and Under Challenge Trophy was awarded to The Pied Piper and Ella Rose Lewicki, and the Ann G Tinkham Memorial Challenge Trophy for Leadline 7-10 went to HW Joy Ride and Daylee Velozo. The Flamingo Road Memorial Trophy was won by Heir Fair and Rachel St. Andre; winning the Peak Performance Senior Showmanship Challenge Trophy was PW Rumple Minz and Amy Bradford; and the Alson’s Little Dandie Memorial Trophy was awarded to Blackeyed Susan and Allie Powers. Be sure to mark your calendar for the 2012 SSHC shows on May 13, June 24, and August 19. The Hanover Hunt affiliated show will be on June 9. Visit www.sshconline.com for more information.
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he Brown Bag and Bare Bones rides—known by members as the “B and B rides”—will signify the start of the competitive and endurance riding season for New England. First off, the Brown Bag ride will take place on Mother’s Day weekend (May 11 at 4:00 p.m. to be exact). The rides were formerly considered to be tough due to the lack of amenities, but now that this year’s rides are based in Cornish, N.H., and even since last year’s rides in Tunbridge, Vt., at the fairgrounds with its camping and rings along with the support of riders and volunteers, beginners are no longer discouraged. It is a lot of fun early in the season, and not everyone will be competitive—it is a relaxed event. Participants must arrive for early vetting for the Brown Bag 25-mile Competitive Trail Ride (CTR) and the 15-Mile Conditioning Distance Ride. New this year
will be a beginners clinic, “Introduction to Competitive Trail Riding and Endurance Riding,” starting at 6:00 p.m. that evening. On May 12, the rides begin with two horses leaving every two minutes. The 25 milers have between four hours and 10 minutes to four hours and 40 minutes to complete the course. A mandatory 20-minute hold at the halfway point gives the horse and rider a break and the chance for the veterinarian and lay judge to evaluate the horse. May 13 is VERDA’s Bare Bone Endurance Ride. The club offers a 50-mile ride and a 30-mile limited distance competition. The goal of endurance is to be the first to finish with a horse fit to continue. However, many competitors set their own goals as finishing in the top 10, finishing with certain time limits, or just completion of the ride. The motto of the the sport continued on page 72
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is “To finish is to win.” The ride has a mass start early in the morning where riders travel 15 to 20 miles to a mandatory hold where the horse has to pass a veterinary check. Typically there are two to three holds on a 50-mile ride. They can vary between 10 and 20 miles depending on the trail. At the finish the horse has to pass the veterinary criteria as fit to continue to complete the ride, with a heart rate under 60 beats per minute, reasonable hydration, a working digestive system ascertained by gut sounds, and no serious lameness. The top 10 can stand for the coveted Best Condition Award that includes an evaluation of the condition of the horse, a trot out, finishing time, and rider weight. The Limited Distance 30-Mile Ride has a different completion criteria.
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The first horse over the finish line to pulse down to under 60 beats per minute is the first to complete. Many riders choose this distance for starting in endurance or bringing on a new horse. Some enjoy the shorter distance and some use this for competing an older horse. Riders in both of these events enjoy a great bonding and awareness of the abilities of their horse. It is typical of competitors to help other participants. It is a competitive sport where everyone likes to see people and their horses do the best they can. Riders tend to help each other whether they are competing in their first event or trying for national and international events. Entries for both rides and the clinic are available at www.VERDA.org. Volunteers and spectators are always welcome and it is a great way to learn more about the sport.
17th Annual
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Saturday April 28, 2012 9:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.
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Jocelyn Maminta of WTNH News, Ned Handy, President of Citizens Bank, and Mary Lee Weber of WTNH present a check for $35,000 to Kitty Stalsburg, Executive Director of High Hopes Theapeutic Riding.
High Hopes Therapeutic Riding named Champion in aCtion in youth initiatives Category
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itizens Bank and WTNH News 8 have named High Hopes Therapeutic Riding, Inc. in Old Lyme, Conn., as the first 2012 Champion in Action in the category of youth initiatives. High Hopes will receive a $35,000 unrestricted grant, media coverage, and extensive promotional and volunteer support for its outstanding work. The grant will help grow High Hopes’ therapeutic horseback riding programs and provide scholarships to youth needing financial assistance. “Citizens Bank is pleased to name High Hopes Therapeutic Riding the newest Champion in Action in the youth initiative category,” said Ned Handy, President of Citizens Bank in Rhode Island and Connecticut. “This award will help High Hopes continue to offer young adults with cognitive, physical, and emotional disabilities a range of therapeutic services that cannot be duplicated in an office or hospital setting.” “News 8 is proud to recognize High Hopes Therapeutic Riding for its unique environment of support that fosters critical skillbuilding for individuals facing a wide array of daily challenges,” said Mary Lee Weber, Regional
Development Specialist at WTNH News 8. “Through its programs, youth gain peer support and lifelong problem-solving, recreational, and educational opportunities. We are pleased to name it a Champion in Action.” Launched in 2002, Champions in Action is a joint initiative of Citizens Bank and News 8 to recognize and support nonprofit organizations for their contributions to Connecticut communities. This year marks the 10th anniversary of the program, which has awarded 38 Connecticut nonprofits nearly $1 million in grants and promotional support. High Hopes was awarded for providing a wide array of educational programs, including their Summer Horse Sense Camp, an educational outreach program that targets New London youth grades 5-8 and provides activities that explore respect, cooperation, leadership skills and community building; and therapeutic riding lesson programs modeled after those of the Professional Association of Therapeutic Horsemanship (PATH) International. Therapeutic riding lessons are planned with the continued on page 84
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year for this popular event, which has grown so large it required a new venue. The new location is the Leicester Country Club on Main Street in Leicester, Mass. While attendees will enjoy discovering a favorite from an excellent selection of wine, beer, and liquor they can also savor views of the beautiful golf course from the club’s two open decks. Event sponsor Mass Liquors of Worcester will bring together unique wines, specialty and microbrewery beers, and top-of-the-line liquors. Vineyards will be represented by knowledgeable servers, some of whom have traveled the world of wineries to learn about the wines they are presenting. Hardwick Winery will also be back this year. The ticket price includes music performed by the The Brian & Hugh Jazz Duo and complimentary
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Devon Horse Show and Country Fair To DonaTe evenT ProceeDs To Bryn Mawr HosPiTal
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he Devon Horse Show and Country Fair, which benefits the Bryn Mawr Hospital, has donated over $14 million so far, and last year another record donation was made to the hospital. This year will continue the great tradition of charity, and along with top competition in many disciplines, the show, to be held from May 24 â&#x20AC;&#x201C; June 3, will also offer a number of exciting exhibitions and special events. Devon, which was named the fourth best horse show in the U.S. by the North American Riders Group, will host two Show Jumping Team Observation Events. The first observation will be the Grand Prix at 8:00 p.m. on Thursday, May 31 and the second
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(L - R) Adult Equitation third place recipient Kathryn Parkinson with Windcrest students Ashley Minicucci and Mary Ann Gile, who took champion and reserve honors, respectively.
Connecticut Horse Shows Association Introduces WIndcrest Farm oF Hebron, conn. submItted by GeorGe Jensen
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indcrest Farm is located at 344 Gilead Street in the lovely, peaceful town of Hebron in central Connecticut about 20 minutes southeast of Hartford. It is the home of Armand and Martha Chenelle and their three daughters. Since she was 12, Martha Gale dreamed of owning her own farm and finally in 1984, she and some partners bought the Windcrest property and turned it into an equestrian farm specializing in hunters and hunt seat equitation. They started the farm with 14 horses and one trainer—Martha. In 1987, Armand came to the farm as the second trainer and in 1990 he and Martha were married. Along with building the farm, the Chenelles raised a family—three girls—who have carried on in their parents’
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footsteps, riding all the while. Leah, currently a business major at Texas A&M University, competed successfully as a junior rider through the National Equitation Finals. She now competes on her college’s NCAA Division I riding team. Elizabeth is a senior at Rham High School in Hebron. She has competed as a pony rider through National Pony Finals and rides on her high school Interscholastic Equestrian Association (IEA) team. She is the captainof her high school basketball team and is looking forward to attending Liberty University in Lynchburg, Va., this September. Rebekah is a sophomore in high school. She is currently competing in the Big Equitation divisions (fences 3'6'') and was this year’s winner of the prestigious 2011 National Professional
Horsemen’s Association (PHA) Junior Medal Finals. Rebekah competed at the 2011 USEF Talent Search Final, the USEF Medal and Maclay Finals, and was sixth at the 2011 New England Junior Medal Finals in West Springfield, Mass. She has also won top ribbons at World Equestrian Federation, Saratoga, HITS (Horseshows In The Sun), Lake Placid, and Vermont in equitation and hunters. Over the years the farm has grown to 40 horses and four trainers, hosting 15-20 horse shows per year affiliated with the U.S. Equestrian Federation (USEF), Connecticut Hunter/ Jumper Association (CHJA), New England Horsemen’s Council (NEHC), Massachusetts Horse Council, Marshall & Sterling League (M&S), and Connecticut Horse Shows Association. Windcrest will have six CHSA affiliated shows in the 2012 season: May 5, May 19, June 30, July 28, October 6, and November 17. They also host rated IEA, Intercollegiate Horse Shows Association (IHSA), and schooling shows. The Windcrest training facility is set on 16 acres of beautifully landscaped grounds including an indoor ring and a large lighted outdoor, all-weather arena with leather footing. The farm also features daily pasture turnout,
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hot water wash stalls, individual equipment lockers, and personalized care. Armand, Martha, and their staff offer quality instruction in equitation, hunters, jumpers and hunter/jumper. They focus on equipping their riders with the knowledge and skills to pursue their goals and meet challenges with assurance and safety. Clinics, boarding, leasing, sales and imports from Europe are also available. The Windcrest philosophy is that “good communication between horse, trainer and rider is key in establishing an effective working relationship.” Armand served two terms as president of the Connecticut Hunter/Jumper Association, and is currently on their Board. He is on the New England Equitation Committee, and has served on the U.S. Hunter/Jumper Association (USHJA) Zone 1 Committee. Windcrest’s riders have received many champion and reserve awards as well as participating in more than 100 equitation finals including: the USEF Nation Junior Medal Final in Harrisburg, Pa.; Ariat National Adult Medal Finals; THIS (Taylor, Harris Insurance System) National Children’s Medal Finals; M&S National Adult, Children’s and Pony Medal Finals; World Equitation Finals, Capital Challenge Horse Show; National PHA Junior Medal Finals; NEI (National Equestrian Institute) Equitation Championships; IHSA National Championships; IEA National Championships; U.S. Arabian Nationals; and USEF Zone Championships. The Windcrest riders have also won hundreds of hunter championships at top shows and national finals across the country. They are
annually winners at CHJA, Massachusetts, Rhode Island, and CHSA Finals. At the 2011 CHSA Finals their riders won many awards, including Jacey Chorlton, Children’s Medal Champion riding Heaven Sent; Ashley Minicucci, Modified Adult Equitation Medal Champion; Mary Ann Gile, Modified Adult Hunter Champion aboard Splashed In Magic and Modified Adult Equitation Medal Reserve Champion; and Jessica Oswald, who was reserve champion in Short Stirrup Hunter with Lincoln Park.
Jessica Oswald , also a student at Windcrest, was the Short Stirrup Hunter Champion at the 2011 CHSA Finals aboard Lincoln Park at the 2011 CHSA Finals.
Former students who are now professional horsemen include Tiffany Hajdasz, head of the riding department at Sacred Heart University; Holly Rebello, owner/instructor at Hidden Brook Farm in Colchester, Conn.; Kelly Wilson, a successful trainer in New Jersey; Brook Ferro, owner/trainer at ABF Equine in Coventry, Conn.; Genna Arango, groom for Christine McCrea—winner of the 2011 Pan American Games Individual Show Jumping Gold Medal; Meg Cassarino, rider and trainer for the Arute Family Farm; Kristen Guadagnino, owner/ trainer for Full Circle Farm and a CHSA Board Member; Erin Klemyk, trainer/rider at Well-A-Way Farm and equestrian team coach at Yale University; Regan Duffee, trainer and riding instructor at Pilot Point Farm in Providence, R.I.; and Tara Lynch, IEA team coach for Mount Holyoke College. In the summer Windcrest also runs a riding camp in five-day sessions starting at the end of June and ending in early August. The day begins with the morning care of the camper’s horse, including feeding, daily grooming and stall care. Daily riding lessons as well as educational instruction, which includes clipping, bathing, bandaging, and nutrition also take place. Participants also learn about the equipment used and basic veterinary needs. The Chenelles got into the equine business because they both love horses; they stay with it because they—and their children—are all passionate about equines. They feel blessed to do what they love and to share it with their children. For more information on the Connecticut Horse Shows Association, visit www.chsaonline. com. april 2012
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(L-R): Gloria Duhaime, Lynn Paresky, Ann Sellew, and Donna Johnson accept their awards in the Competitive Senior division.
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n February 4 we held our annual General Meeting and Awards Banquet at the Coachmen’s Lodge in Bellingham, Mass. The evening started with a brief meeting and election of our Board members and officers for 2012. Becky Kalagher was elected president, Kathy Wicks was elected vice president/Clerk, Karen Parlin was elected treasurer, and Rose Zariczny was elected secretary. Albert Amaral, Wendy Amaral, Sharron Cochran, Lisa Grigaitis, Karen Flemming-Brooks, Donna Johnson, Lurissa Marston, Suzanne Nicholas, Nancy Russell, and Jane Rutledge were elected to the Board of Directors. We also presented Ron Clough, who will be retiring from the Department of Conservation & Recreation (DCR), with an award for all his help with the Southern New England Trunkline Trail (SNETT) in the Bellingham area. We enjoyed a delicious meal, followed by our 2011 awards. Our raffle table was quite full and many people got some great items to take home. Donna Johnson took home the championship in all three divisions making her the Grand Champion for the 2011 Year-End Awards. April is going to start off our busy year. We have some work days to help get the trails back into shape for the coming year. April 14 will be at West Hill Dam in Uxbridge, Mass.; April 22 sees us with two locations, the first one being in Douglas, Mass., and the second one
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in Bellingham; and on April 28 we have Park Serve Day in Upton, Mass. We would love to see some of you on these trail work days. If you are interested in joining us (lunch will be provided) please contact Becky at 508-4763960 or at bstra@charter.net. Our upcoming rides this month are the Spring Ride on April 15 and our first ever Ride-Roll-Run Relay. The Ride-Roll-Run Relay is a timed competition being held at the DCR Douglas State Forest. There are three segments of the race, completed by a team of two or three participants: an equestrian, a mountain biker, and a runner. The purpose of this event is to highlight the benefits of multi-user trails within the Douglas State Forest and bring together different user groups in a common goal. Funds raised will go to Bay State Trail Riders Association, which supports multi-use trail systems and maintenance within the forest. This is a beginner friendly, safe course. Horses start first, with two to three minutes spaced in between each equine. Companion horses are allowed, and are required for riders under the age of 16. The horse segment is 6-8 miles over single track trails and gravel fire roads, some rocky trails, and road crossings. The course is completely separate from the bikes. When the equestrian reaches the transition station, they will hand a wristband to their mountain biking teammate. The biker will ride 8 miles on a combination of paved roads,
gravel trails, and some single tracks. The course has many rolling hills and some flat sections. The cyclist will return to the transition station and hand the wristband to the runner for the final segment. The runner will complete a 5-mile trail run on rolling single track trails, gravel trails, and some nice flat stretches. The runner will cross the finish line at the beach parking lot. Divisions will be The Relay—a team of two to three participants, and The Triple Crown—the ultimate competitor wishing to complete all three segments individually. Anyone competing in the Triple Crown division must have a horse handler. Raffle and fun awards will take place following the race. For anyone interested in participating or volunteering (we will need a lot of help for this event) please contact Jill at 774-571-0523 or jillduhaime@yahoo.com. For more information on the Bay State Trail Riders Association, visit www.bstra.org. show Results
The 2011 Year-End Awards recipients are as follows: SENIOR PLEASURE DIVISION (33 yrs. & older): 1. Donna Johnson; 2T. Bill Knott; 2T. Angie Knott; 3T. Lynn Paresky; 3T. Ann Sellew; 4. Gloria Duhaime. ADULT PLEASURE DIVISION (under 33 yrs. old): 1. Kathy Wicks; 2T. Lisa Grigaitis; 2T. Cheryl Fitzpatrick; 3T. Becky Kalagher; 3T. Pattie Letourneau; 4.T. Leah Kennedy; 4T. Darlene Falcone. JUNIOR PLEASURE DIVISION: 1. Carlie Cichocki; 2. Conner Shults. SENIOR COMPETITIVE DIVISION (33 yrs. & older): 1. Donna Johnson; 2. Gloria Duhaime; 3. Ann Sellew; 4. Lynn Paresky. ADULT COMPETITIVE DIVISION (under 33 years old): 1. Darlene Falcone; 2. Lisa Grigaitis; 3. Cheryl Fitzpatrick; 4. Kathy Wicks. JUNIOR COMPETITIVE DIVISION: 1. Conner Shults; 2. Carlie Cichocki. SENIOR ACCUMULATIVE DIVISION (33 years and older): 1. Donna Johnson; 2. Anne Sellew; 3T. Bill Knott; 3T. Angie Knott; 4T. Gloria Duhaime; 4T. Lynn Paresky. ADULT ACCUMULATIVE DIVISION (under 33 years old): 1T. Lisa Grigaitis; 1T. Kathy Wicks; 2T. Cheryl Fitzpatrick; 2T. Darlene Falcone; 3. Pattie Letourneau; 4. Leah Kennedy. JUNIOR ACCUMULATIVE DIVISION: 1. Conner Shults; 2. Carlie Cichocki. LEA MACINNIS MEMORIAL AWARD: Darlene Falcone. MOST ACTIVE JUNIOR AWARD: Carlie Cichocki. JOE TRAVIS MEMORIAL MOST ACTIVE SENIOR AWARD: Donna Johnson. SAM’S CHAMP HIGH POINT HORSE SENIOR DIVISION: Lucy, Donna Johnson. SAM’S CHAMP HIGH POINT ADULT DIVISION: They Call Me Roy, Lisa Grigaitis; RC, Kathy Wicks. SAM’S CHAMP HIGH POINT HORSE JUNIOR DIVISION: Buddy, Conner Shults; Sparkle, Carlie Chichocki. VOLUNTEER AWARDS: Lisa Beittel, 4 hours; Pattie Letourneau, 4 hours; Meghan Letourneau, 4 hours; Jeff Briggs, 4 hours; Darlene Falcone, 4.5 hours; Leah Kennedy, 5 hours; Lisa Grigaitis, 5 hours; Cindy Ostrowksi, 6 hours; Joan Lowbridge-Sisley, 6 hours; Dawn Foley, 6.5 hours; Marcia Ferro, 6.5 hours; Dan Salvucci, 7 hours; Conner Shults, 7.5 hours; John Simone, 8 hours; Cheryl Fitzpatrick, 8 hours; Ann Sellew, 9 hours; Suzanne Nicholas, 9.5 hours; Gary Shults, 12 hours; Ray Quirk, 12 hours; Jill Duhaime, 12.5 hours; Jane Rutledge, 12.5 hours; Jen Shults, 14 hours; Kathy Wicks, 24 hours; Karen Parlin, 26.55 hours; Gloria Duhaime, 27 hours; Sue Quirk, 28 hours; Phil Rutledge, 30 hours; Linda Casey, 34 hours; Al Amaral, 34.5 hours; Denise Francis, 35 hours; Harry Kalagher, 38.91 hours; Wendy Amaral, 41.3 hours; Flo Kibbe, 48 hours; Angie Knott, 51 hours; Bill Knott, 54 hours; Rose Zariczny, 55 hours; Lurissa Marston, 58 hours; Lynn Paresky, 84.5 hours; Lynn McAvoy, 97.5 hours; Donna Johnson, 110.5 hours; Don McAvoy, 148 hours; Becky Kalagher, 318.83 hours. GRAND TOTAL: 1,512.09 hours. ●
Bay State Trail Riders Association April 21st: Tack Sale - Northbridge, MA Time for the annual clean out your tack sale, or find what you are looking for day. Location: American Legion, 198 Church Avenue Time: 9:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. To rent a table please contact Becky at 508-476-3960 or bstra@charter.net
April 29th: Ride-Run-Roll Relay DCR Douglas State Forest - Douglas, MA New Event! Horseback rider, mountain biker and runner teams will participate in this relay. For more information please contact Jill at 774-571-0523 or jillduhaime@yahoo.com
May 6th: Spring Hunter Pace Douglas, MA (Sponsored by The Mane Place) Come join us for a fun filled day. A good ride on the trails with lots of jumps, get together with your friends for lunch & raffles, and the presentation of ribbons to our winners of the day. Four divisions: Hunter, Hilltop, Trail Blazer and Junior. There is something for everyone!! For more information and ride forms please contact Sharron at 413-267-4826 or hiddenhollowacres@comcast.net
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Jocelyn Hawe and Going Going Gone compete in the 2011 $800 3'6" Team Jumper Challenge for the Hurricane Hill Team.
Green Mountain Horse Association Counts Down to the 2012 season
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Team Jumper Challenge and Lobster Bake: July 12, 2012
Join us for the fourth annual Team Jumper Challenge! A precursor to our popular Summer Hunter/Jumper Show, the Challenge gathers teams of three or four riders competing to take home the prize money. This year’s classes include the $800 3'6'' Triple Crown Nutrition Team Jumper Challenge (open to all riders), the $800 3' Team Jumper Challenge (one professional per team), and the $500 2'6'' Team Jumper Challenge (open to junior and adult amateur riders only). To top off the evening, a ringside lobster bake is open to our competitors and the public. Join us for a great evening of fabulous food and jumping, with or without your horse. 94
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lthough the summer of 2011 provided great weather for many of our terrific events, things quickly derailed for the Green Mountain Horse Association (GMHA) at the end of August. As many of you know, Tropical Storm Irene devastated our 65-acre South Woodstock, Vt., facility and put a serious damper on our fall event schedule. Thanks to the support of our many members and friends, our grounds have been restored, and in some cases, improved from their condition before the storm. As the days grow longer and temperatures rise, so does our excitement for the upcoming season! The grounds restoration that resulted from Irene’s destruction was augmented by the start of our exciting Cross-Country Upgrade Project. GMHA’s legendary cross-country course, which has stood the test of time hosting over 50 years of eventing competition, was in need of revitalization. As a result, the Upgrade Project was born last summer and is now in full swing. A mild fall and late arrival of winter gave excavation contractors and jump builders more time than we anticipated to work on the course. We are now moving into the 2012 season with dirtwork projects completed to improve our footing, and many new permanent and portable cross-country fences built and ready for use. With over 65 events filling the days of GMHA’s 2012 season, which runs from the end of April through mid-October, there are a wide variety of equestrian activities in five disciplines (dressage, eventing, hunter/jumper, trail riding, and driving) to choose from. Below, please find just a few of our season highlights. We welcome potential competitors, spectators, and especially volunteers to view our website at www.gmhainc.org for the full calendar and details on each event. We hope to see you this season at our picturesque facility!
The Festival of Eventing will be one week, featuring three events with 375 competitors.
Festival of Eventing: August 6-12, 2012
In conjunction with GMHA’s extensive CrossCountry Upgrade Project, we are excited to announce the new Festival of Eventing. The week-long affair will include a Training and Novice three-day event on Monday through Thursday, a USEA sanctioned Beginner Novice and Novice one-day horse trial on Friday, and the two-day August Horse Trials on Saturday and Sunday. This year’s August Horse Trials will include Beginner Novice through Intermediate levels. Plans also call for a trade fair, sponsor tent, competitors’ party, and raffle. GMHA hopes to attract riders from New England and beyond with a variety of competition offered at all levels—and the opportunity to enjoy a mini-vacation in the heart of Vermont’s Green Mountains!
Dressage Days: July 20-22, 2012
Now in its 41st year, GMHA’s Dressage Days competition is a favorite destination among New England’s dressage community. Currently a USEF/USDF Level 3 competition, Dressage Days hosts Training through Grand Prix Level competition over three days in five rings. Saturday’s schedule boasts an afternoon full of musical freestyle performances, always a summer highlight! This year’s show will also
include qualifying classes for several national programs, including the USEF Young Horse, Developing Horse, Brentina Cup, and Junior and Young Rider Championships.
Combined Driving Event: August 24-26, 2012
Currently the only event of its kind in New England, GMHA’s Combined Driving Event will continue for 2012 in the traditional three-day format. Open to Training through Intermediate II drivers, GMHA’s event holds dressage competition on Friday, marathon on Saturday, and cones on Sunday. Our marathon course consists of three sections, including the exciting and spectator-friendly water hazards. For more information on GMHA’s full driving season, visit page 136.
July 7-8: 25/25/50-Mile Ride & Drive, 12.5-Mile Conditioning Distance Ride
This is a weekend of competitive trail riding where there is truly something for everyone! Experienced riders and drivers can compete in the 50-Mile Ride (25 miles each day), and 25-Mile riders can choose to ride either Saturday, Sunday, or both days. A 25-mile drive is offered continued on page 95
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n February 19, Yankee Walkers members met at the Common Man Restaurant in Concord, N.H., for our Year-End Awards and Annual Meeting. Our members, driving in from many New England states, enjoyed great camaraderie and fellowship as we caught up on our families, horses, and busy lives. With membership way up this year, a spirit of enthusiasm filled the room as members pleasantly discussed ideas for gaited riding events in 2012. Helen Weeman, one of the founders of the club in 1990 (then called Northern Walking Horse Association), recapped the 22-year history of the club, including membership, growth, and activities through the years. Helen and Julie Dillon presented Norma and Ray Glidden with an honorary membership in recognition of their service as founders and Norma’s dedication as secretary of the association. Helen and Julie presented the Gliddens with the publication Tennessee Walking Horse; an American Tradition, as a token of the club’s gratitude. Helen and Julie also presented an honorary membership and book to founding member David Dillon and his wife Deborah, who were unfortunately unable to attend the banquet. Dave Whitaker then presented yearend awards for these qualifying members:
Model Champion: Ebony’s Classical Genius owned and shown by Loren Stevens; 2-Gait Plantation Pleasure Champion: Ebony’s Classical Genius owned and shown by Loren Stevens; High Point Dressage Champion Training Level 1: Julie Dillon riding Heir’s Evening Gold; High Point Dressage Champion Intro Level: Jennifer Johns riding Ranger; Youth High Point Champion: Alexa Stevens riding Ebony’s Classical Genius; and High Point Rider Champion: Loren Stevens. Loren Stevens and Julie Dillon then presented a special Star of the Year Award for outstanding work as a volunteer to Ellen Flatley for her hours of dedicated service as treasurer/secretary and for her work recruiting new members at Equine Affaire and throughout the year. Congratulations to all our great horse and rider teams for an excellent year on the rails, in parades, and on the trails! After a delicious buffet luncheon, Dave Whitaker entertained the crowd with a humorous and profitable auction of wonderful equine gifts and treats for horse and rider that netted the club $697. Thank you to everyone for your generosity. Yankee Walkers President Julie Dillon then extended a warm welcome to all our members. Attendees heard business reports from our offi-
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on Saturday only. And new for 2012, GMHA is also offering a Conditioning Distance Ride on Sunday, at 12.5 miles for those new to the sport, or just looking for a quick ride. All distances are sanctioned by the Eastern Competitive Trail Riding Association. This will be a great weekend on the trails with no shortage of options! For details on these events, or for our full calendar, visit www.gmhainc.org or contact the GMHA office at 802457-1509.
Both riders and drivers can choose their distance while enjoying GMHA’s beautiful trail system.
cers and committee chairs and conducted old and new business. New ideas discussed for 2012 included new clinics in versatility, winning on the rails, and a cowboy race. Any members interested in these clinic topics should email Julie at horsefeathersnh@comcast.net. The club has also added a Facebook page for members, monitored daily for appropriate postings. This page now allows members to chat with each other and post gaited horse materials and pictures. The website will continue to function as the source for official club information, including a calendar of events, membership forms, show and trail point forms, and free classifieds for members to sell horses or equipment. We are also adding a professionals’ page for members to post one paragraph of information and a picture about a horse-related professional service or business. Please send this information to Loren at lhhstevens@myfairpoint.net. For future Yankee Walkers meetings, the club can also video conference in any member using Skype with prior notice to Mike Stevens at mjstevens@ myfairpoint.net. For additional information, look for our monthly column in the Pedlar as well. The Bylaws Rules and Protest Committee moderated a discussion regarding a bylaws change: The addition of Rule 5 – Standards of Conduct, Charges, and Hearings. Lengthy and polite discussion ensued with the group deciding to table the vote and have the amendment reviewed by an attorney/legal advocate. After legal review, the topic will be revisited at the next meeting on April 28 in Topsfield, Mass. The club then re-elected our slate of officers for the 2012 year. They are: President, Julie Dillon; secretary/treasurer, Ellen Flatley; and vice president, Loren Stevens. Committee chairs were also elected and are as follows: Bylaws, Rules, and Protests, Helen Weeman; Show and Points, position open; Trail and Mileage, position open; Membership and Education, position open; Marketing and Publishing, Loren Stevens; Finance, Ellen Flatley; and Banquet, position open. If you have not already renewed your membership for 2012 or registered your horse and rider teams for eligibility for yearend awards, please download our membership and points forms from our website, www. yankeewalkers.com, and send them to: Ellen Flatley, Yankee Walkers, P.O. Box 1199, Ashland, N.H. 03217. Our website’s calendar page has a full list of all the exciting events planned for 2012. Contact us through our website for more information. We look forward to seeing you and your horse out there at these great equestrian events! APRIL 2012
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t may seem like winter just began only a few short months ago, but the show season is now upon us. Many of the Maine Horse Association (MHA) affiliated summer shows have already been scheduled. Members who compete in these affiliated events will be able to qualify for the High Point Year-End State Championships. Some of these shows include the American Saddlebred Association of Maine (ASAM) Longhorn Fun Show in April and the ASAM Spring Show in May. In June the ASAM Spring Fling will take place along with the Downeast Horse Congress, the ASAM Hollis Equestrian Park Benefit Show, and the Maine Quarter Horse Association Fire Cracker Show. In July, the Highview Show will be held, as well as the Maine Hunter/Jumper Classic and the Friesian Benefit Show. In August, the Pine Tree Sizzler Show, the ASAM Summer Spectacular, and the Acton Fair Hunter/Jumper Show will take place. September brings the Arabian Horse Association of Maine (AHAME) Autumnfest and the Downeast Medal Finals. For dates, locations, contacts, and updates, visit www. mainehorseassoc.com. The MHA sponsored Downeast Horse Congress will be single judged but double pointed for MHA members only. Get your memberships in early to qualify for the double points. The MHA would like to introduce you to its new directors in upcoming columns. The first is Lee Cheever. Lee manages both of the AHAME’s two shows, which are held in the spring and fall. She is also the MHA’s treasurer. Lee got the pony bug when, at the age of four, her dad bought her a 4-year-old pinto mare that had very little training. Through riding lessons from a friend’s mother and nearby 4-H and Pony Clubs, she eventually made her way to local shows and the Eastern States Exposition as a 4-H representative for Middlesex County in Connecticut. Her dad taught her to drive a truck and trailer at age 16 so she could bring herself to shows. Lee got her first Arabian in high school and successfully competed at southern Connecticut shows and also completed the Old Dominion 100-miles-in-24-hours trail ride. Lee sold her horse as she headed to college and was horseless for more than 20 years. She worked as an engineer, got married, moved several times, and raised her daughter, Stephanie. Attending an Arabian show at the Big E was a turning point for her. She began horse shopping and now has two Arabians, Khant Btoo Khool and
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TW Hajiv. Upon moving to Maine, she sought out nearby Arabian breeder Laurie Emery of Mountain View Arabians, and joined AHAME and MHA. She is now an officer and on the Board of Directors of both associations. It makes for a very horsey life. “I have met so many wonderful people through connections in the horse community. Life is good,” Lee says.
NEHC BANQUET
The Maine Horse Association hosted the New England Horsemen’s Council (NEHC) Year-End Awards Banquet on Saturday, January 28, 2012. The weekend event was held at the elegant Marriot at Sable Oaks Golf Club in South Portland, Maine. There were several meetings on Friday and a Meet and Greet on Saturday for the NEHC officers, delegates, Saddle Seat, Western/Reining and Hunter Seat Medal committees. This was open to anyone interested in meeting these committees’ representatives. The Western Medal Committee held a silent auction during the banquet. The auction items were outstanding, with many beautiful pieces. The Meet and Greet also raffled off two $50 LL Bean gift certificates. One of the winners, Courtney Grant, was from Maine. The MHA directors welcomed the NEHC delegates with Maine-made goodie bags. Some of the items in the goodie bags included Poland Spring water, Maine-made paper, pens, pins, lobster gift certificates, water bottles from Newick’s that contained $10 gift certificates, and jelly. These were all wrapped up in bags with “Made in Maine” tags. The social hour commenced at 5:00 p.m. and the buffet dinner started promptly at 6:00 p.m. The dinner also included a fantastic chocolate rich dessert. The awards were presented following the dinner. The Awards Committee did a wonderful job picking out and arranging the prizes. There were beautiful hand painted clocks, a few silver pieces, and assorted travel equipment and other framed pieces. The championship ribbons were outstanding and many of the divisions were awarded first through sixth place. Dancing to a live band completed the evening. The three piece band, The Brian Curtis Johnson Trio from South Portland, played everything from slow to quick to one really loud song. The lead singer also took an occasional request. The dance floor was full most of the night, dancing until the evening was done. For more information on the Maine Horse Association, visit www.mainehorseassoc.com.
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ell it’s that time again to get some news out to all our members and ‘lurkers’! By now, all members should have received their renewal notices with a bit of news from our first meeting of the year as well as a direct mailing with the schedule of club rides and events for 2012. I am happy to say that we have a couple of new members and quite a few renewals as of mid-February. There are still plenty of open weekends for members to host rides…just call or email me at 860-309-4507 or secretary@ct-trailrides.org and you will be added into the schedule. Our schedule for 2012 starts with Camp Boardman cleanup on April 21 and 22. The camp officially opens the following weekend, April 28 and 29. Camp cleanup is not a lot holding weekend, but camp opening is a lot holding weekend. Depending on weather, water may or may not be available. The weekend of May 5-6 is still open for members wishing to host rides. On the following weekend of May 12-13, Mother’s Day weekend, there will be camping at Natchaug State Park, hosted by Fran Thomas. As of the deadline for submissions, Fran was not an official member of Connecticut Trail Rides Association (CTRA), but attended our first meeting and offered to host a ride for us. Details for this ride will be in the direct mailing and also on our website at www.ct-trailrides.org, and on our Facebook page and group, both of which can be found by searching Connecticut Trail Rides Association. On the weekend of May 19-20 there will be a White Memorial Ride, starting from Morris, Conn., hosted by myself. Members and guests will have the option of riding either or both days depending on weather. For complete details contact me. Memorial Day Weekend is jam packed with lots of stuff for young and old. There will be a potluck supper at 6:00 p.m. on Saturday night, May 26, followed by Bingo. Sunday will be a wonderful breakfast hosted by the Dilger family and at some point during the weekend there will be a horseshoe tournament, also hosted by the Dilgers. Remember to give our camp director, Ann Dominick, a heads up when planning on camping, so she may know what lots are available for non-lot holders to use. See you all soon!
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Norfolk Hunt Club ANNOUNCES SPRING SCHEDULE PACKED WITH FUN
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s winter winds down, the Norfolk Hunt Club gets into full gear to launch the spring hunting season and a jam-packed schedule of events. All of Norfolk’s spring events provide great sport for riders, excitement for spectators and opportunities for volunteers. Information, directions and entry forms may be found at www.norfolkhunt.com.
Norfolk Spring Clean Up Day Slated for April 14
The fifth annual Norfolk Hunt Spring Clean Up Day will take place at 8:30 a.m. on Saturday, April 14, at the Norfolk Hunt Kennels in Dover, Mass. Despite the unusually mild winter weather, Norfolk Hunt’s trail system in Dover and Medfield requires continual maintenance, including clearing downed trees and branches, removing brush, fixing fencing and repairing washed out surfaces and culverts. Damage from rain, wind and frost heaves present particular challenges for the 2012 Clean Up Day. Last year, over 60 volunteers came to the Clean Up Day, with even more expected this year, as word has spread about how much fun the event is for volunteers of all ages. Participants are encouraged to bring their own tools—rakes, loppers, saws, shovels and power tools—and dress for rigorous outdoor work. Norfolk member Lisa Lewis, who chairs the event, separates volunteers into teams and sends them to designated areas for work. At the end of four hours, the teams return to the kennels to share their experiences and enjoy an al fresco luncheon provided by the club. Important to the high school aged volunteers, the Norfolk Hunt Club provides letters of recommendation for young people who use the
Laurian Pope, Carolyn Pope, and Kevin McGrath at the 2011 Derby Cross.
Clean Up Day to fulfill part of their school service requirements. For more information on the Norfolk Spring Clean Up Day, or to volunteer, please contact Lisa Lewis at 508-740-9270 or email mysticpinesfarm@comcast.net.
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Sandy and Briton Sanders with their children Warren and August at the 2011 Norfolk Hunt Horse Show.
Grounds for Celebration
Grounds for Celebration, the club’s biennial fundraiser to preserve and protect land for recreational use, will take place on Thursday, May 24 at the Norfolk Hunt Steeplechase Course in Medfield, Mass. Chaired by Norfolk members Lorna Cogan and Sarah Monaco, the tented gala party will include dinner, silent and live auctions, live music, and dancing. Tickets go on sale April 15, and early reservations are encouraged, as this is a sell-out event. Michael Grogan, renowned auctioneer and president of Grogan and Company, New England’s premier auction house, will conduct a live auction and speed round during the party. And the Grammy nominated band Bellevue Cadillac, which has appeared in front of packed audiences around the world, will provide big band swing and blues music, to complement the “Prohibition” theme of the evening. Grounds for Celebration information may be found at www. norfolkhunt.com. To become a patron or sponsor of the event, or to order tickets, contact Sarah Monaco at sarah@sarahmonaco.com.
102nd Norfolk Hunt Horse Show
Saturday, May 26 and Sunday, May 27 mark the 102nd consecutive year of the Norfolk Hunt Horse Show, a beloved event favored by many area riders. Held at the Norfolk Hunt Steeplechase Course in Medfield, Mass., the show is chaired again this year by Norfolk member Catherine Kennedy. Catherine and her husband, Cormac, a well-known and respected trainer of hunters, jumpers and foxhunters, own Mor Linn Farm in Walpole, Mass. The two-day Norfolk Hunt Horse Show takes place in a gorgeous open setting, on traditional grass footing in two rings, which affords less waiting time for competitors and great viewing for spectators. The show features good sport for every level of rider, from leadline classes for ponies and their young mounts to money classes for professionals. Catherine runs Mor Linn’s children’s lesson program and camps, so she has a particular
sensitivity to making the Norfolk Hunt Horse Show attractive to younger, upcoming riders. In the children’s classes, every rider is a winner and receives a prize. This provides a great opportunity for trainers to expose their young clients to the fun of the show ring within a low-key, nurturing atmosphere. As the jumps get higher and the courses get more difficult, spectators can watch exciting classes for both hunters and jumpers. Prize money and coveted perpetual trophies are awarded for these classes. For more information, contact Catherine Kennedy at 617-817-2702 or fosterkennedy@gmail.com.
Norfolk Hunt Derby Cross
After receiving rave reviews last year, the Second Annual Norfolk Hunt Derby Cross will take place at the Norfolk Hunt Steeplechase Course on Monday, May 29. The event, chaired by Norfolk member Erica Foley, will feature the thrill, bravery and endurance of cross-country riding, combined with the skills of speed and accuracy needed in show jumping. USEA technical delegate Jim Gornall will return again this year to design a beautiful derby cross course, which thrilled and delighted riders of all levels in 2011. The course will run on natural terrain, and will include some of the existing cross-country type obstacles found on the Steeplechase Course, combined with new fences constructed by Norfolk member Patrick Keane and show jumps provided by Jim’s Ledgefield Farm in Uxbridge, Mass. Divisions include Elementary (up to 2'), Beginner Novice (up to 2'7''), and Novice (up to 2'11''). Classes for teams of two or three horses/ riders are also included. Teams are encouraged to coordinate dress and turnout for horses in hopes of gaining additional points. All derby cross competitors are required to wear collared polo shirts, safety vests, breeches, boots, and safety helmets. For more information, contact Erica Foley at 508-380-5181, or ehnf@msn.com. To learn more about Norfolk Hunt Club, visit www.norfolkhunt.com. APRIL 2012
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he Northwest Connecticut Draft Horse Association (NWCDHA) was established in 1989. We are a diverse group of members from New York, Massachusetts, and Connecticut, who are interested in learning more about and promoting the draft horse. Ownership of an equine is not necessary to become a member, just the interest in draft horses. We hold dinner meetings on the first Thursday of every month in Morris, Conn. These gettogethers are informational and we try to incorporate a guest speaker into several of them throughout year. Members’ annual events include Spring Plow Day in April, a Picnic and Tailgate Tag Sale in July, and a Fall Field Day to be held
November 4, 2012. We also enjoy field trips and group drives throughout Brian Clark at the reins of his Percherons hitched fourthe year. abreast to a sulky plow. We are currently preparing for this year’s Spring Plow Days, which will be held April better than a good day of work.” This event is an opportunity to plow up the 22 on Brown’s Lane in Canaan, Conn., from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. The event is open to the public past and allows us to teach people about draft free of charge and includes plowing demonstra- horses and how they helped carve out this country tions throughout the day. Several members, who one field at a time. If you plan on spending the do not wish to plow, hitch up their teams and day plowing with us you are also welcome to join spend the day giving wagon rides. The event gives us for a potluck picnic lunch. For more information, contact Tony Roswell our members a chance to do a little spring cleaning by motivating us to dust off our tack, clean up our at trozwell@aol.com, or visit us at www.northwestctdrafthorse.com or on Facebook at www. horses, and get out in the field to play. One teamster once said after working a facebook.com/NWCTDHA. noticeably boney field, “a bad day of plowing is
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s we slide gracefully from winter into spring, the Tri-State Horsemen’s Association (TSHA) has just what you’ve been wishing for—lots of fun things to do with your horse now that warm weather is returning! Whether it’s trail riding, dressage or horse showing you desire, TSHA has something planned for every rider. The Open Show Committee, under the guidance of Chairwoman Christina Daigneault, has put together a great horse show series for 2012. The
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committee has been collecting ideas and listening to suggestions put forth by exhibitors and many changes have developed to make the Tri-State Horsemen’s Association horse shows better than ever! The class list has been revamped to provide something for all exhibitors on both Saturday and Sunday, and new classes and Classics have been added. The 2012 show dates are June 1-3, July 13-15, and August 17-19. All shows will be held at beautiful Falls Creek Farm in Oneco, Conn. This committee has been working on the class
list, which will be full of updated information and descriptions of all classes. Keep an eye on your mailbox, as your class list will be arriving soon! It is the exhibitor’s responsibility to read and understand all of the rules of the classes they enter, as well as the general horse show and farm rules. When the class list arrives, take a little time to look it over, and please remember to support our sponsors. The Dressage Show Co-Chairmen, Jonathan Blake and Carol Dunleavy, along with their committee, have been working diligently to be ready for the first dressage show. The class list for this series is almost ready to hit the mailboxes, so keep an eye out for yours! The dressage shows will be returning to the Woodstock Fairgrounds this year, on May 5, June 17, and July 29. The new management of the shows will be including the full class list with the introduction of some alternative classes. Stay tuned to the TSHA website for class list updates and look for the show program mailing in April. The Tri-State Horsemen’s Association is excited for this year’s return of the mileage trail rides. We will be hosting two overnight rides to be held in May and September. Dates and ride information will be available on the website soon. Remember, the website is your best source for up-to-the-minute TSHA news and more information about upcoming events, clinics, scholarships and our exciting Nutrena feed tag contest, as well as membership applications. Visit www.tristatehorsemen.com often to keep abreast of TSHA’s wide variety of activities.
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Emanuel Andrade rode Oxford to the Medium Junior Jumper Championship during week eight of the Winter Equestrian Festival. TWO FORMER LOCAL JUNIOR RIDERS (and BFFs) will both be having weddings this summer! Erica Keany will wed Jonathan Blob on June 30 in Newport, R.I., and Sally Violin will wed Edward Thayer on September 8 at the Violin home in Dover, Mass. The girls were friends from their pony days at Dana Hall when they were 8 years old…now 30-plus years later they are getting married two months apart and Erica will be the maid-of-honor for Sally! CONGRATULATIONS TO EMANUEL ANDRADE. The 15-year-old rider from Palm Beach, Fla., was recently presented as the Future Champions Leading Junior Jumper Rider at the Erica Keany with fiance Jonathan Blob and the Winter Equestrian Festival (WEF). Throughout venerable hunter, Winter Castle. The couple had the first six weeks of competition at WEF, their engagement photos taken at Jen Hannan’s Emanuel won five championship and five barn in Rhode Island. reserve championship titles in the Junior Cawley, and Leslie Howard. Jumper divisions. During weeks two, five, and six, he rode the 13-year-old Holsteiner mare Costa to AMANDA STEEGE and her Ashmeadow Farm the High Junior Jumper Championship title, and of Far Hills, N.J., started off the winter circuits during weeks five and six, he claimed back-toback Low Junior Jumper Championship titles with with a bang! They traveled to Wellington for a week where Amanda was champion on Lisa the 12-year-old Dutch Warmblood P.S. I Love You. Arena’s horse, Balou, in Second Year Greens. From there they headed back to Ocala for pre-circuit LEXI SELLDORF of Litchfield, Conn., is having a where Charlene Graham won the overall award great winter circuit so far. She is leasing Meredith in the four-leg $25,000 Child/Adult Jumper Prix Stafford’s eq horse, Grappa, and won Section B and Amanda was second both weeks in the of the USEF Medal during WEF Week 6. She has Devocoux Hunter Prix, the first week on Tony also been Owner/Rider Large Junior Hunter 16-17 Arena’s Majestic, and Week 2 on Michelle Barber’s Champion with Soja Boy weeks 4 and 6. Lexi Harvard. Amanda is well on her way to the rides with Timmy Kees, Molly Ashe-Cawley, Chris
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$500,000 Finals in Saugerties! Week 3, Amanda was champion in the Second Years on Balou again and reserve champion with Randi Vladimer’s Duval. Amanda also piloted Tony Arena’s Epic to the championship in the Baby Greens. Local gal Terry Maloomian of Needham, Mass., was champion Week 2 in Pre-Adults on her horse, Urlala, and Terry’s daughter, Kimberly, was champion weeks 1 and 2 on her own Russian gold, in Modified Amateur Hunters. Charlene Graham was the winner of the $25,000 four-leg Child/Adult Jumper Classic aboard her new fabulous mare, Capricette, and was also third in the $15,000 night class. Tony Arena was champion Week 1 in Pre-Adults on his Majestic and Kristen Sameth was champion Week 1 in Adult Hunters on Vandrin. NEWBURY FARM of Littleton, Mass., also got off to a great start at WEF this year! Patricia Hurter and Zieza swept the Low Adult Jumper division two weeks in a row and had been champion four weeks as of press time. Other class winners include Helen Lunsmann and Condesi and Danielle Johnson and her mount, Let’s Go, who earned top honors in the Adult Hunter 18-35 division. Cory Hardy and Mary Chase’s Le Chasseur won a class in the Green Conformation Hunters and made their debut in the Regular Conformation division while there. Jean Sheptoff and Ami Des Gemmes had success in the High A/O Jumper division and were third in the $15,000 SJHOF Classic. Jean and Cory were busy with 15 horses showing down at WEF this year and were very happy to be renting stalls at Kenny and Linda Langmeier’s beautiful barn in Wellington. CLOSER TO HOME, Western Massachusetts riders have been enjoying the new winter indoor jumper series launched this year. Mount Holyoke College (MHC), Stoneleigh Burnham School (SBS), and Berkshire Equestrian Center (BEC) teamed up this winter for a seven show series. The series, which ran through March, is the brainchild of Joy Collins of MHC, Mina Williams of SBS and Ken Whelihan, Adria Pandolfini and Deb Sullivan of BEC. Each facility offers riders separate indoor rings for schooling and for competition, and the shows offered blue ribbon rounds, jump-offs, and speed classes at four different heights. Sponsors stepped up to provide great prizes, including coolers for division winners. Look for this series to possibly grow to other locations next winter as other barns have expressed interest in participating. Send your news for future columns to kawhitney@yahoo.com. APRIL 2012
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$50,000 Chartis Grand Prix, presented by Pfizer Animal Health, and was engaged to boyfriend Dr. Larry Wexler. She beat out 27 starters to capture her first grand prix victory of the year with her sights firmly set on returning to HITS-on-the-Hudson this fall for the Pfizer Million. Thanks to her victory, Edrick now sits in the number five spot of the preliminary Pfizer Million $25,000 SmartPak Grand Prix winners Andre Thieme and Cesar. Rider Rankings with four of the eight grand prix needed to become eligible and Hunters Find a Home in $22,500 in prize money won. Texas’ Tracy Fenney the Spotlight is currently second in the preliminary rankings Daniel Geitner and Robin Hughes’ Living with five grand prix and nearly $30,000 in prize Color put on a show in the hunter ring at money won aboard her leading mount, MTM HITS Ocala, posting a pair of 87s to win the Centano. Other Ocala riders in the top 10 of the $5,000 Devoucoux Hunter Prix at HITS Post rankings include Petersen with six grand prix and Time Farm on their way to the second annual $21,250 in prize money on his leading mount, as Diamond Mills $500,000 Hunter Prix Final. well as Pennsylvania’s Patty Stovel who has a hold Geitner was joined in the second round by on the number 10 spot with four grand prix and the top 11 pairs and it was Greg Crolick who more than $17,000 won. continued on page 102
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boasted the best score of 88 in the irons of Clover Lane Farm, LLC’s Imagine to ultimately finish in second. Mary Lisa Leffler joined the top three with Rolling Acres’ Gerona 92. Rounding out the top five was Amanda Steege in fourth, who posted an overall score of 168 on Michelle Barber’s Harvard and defending Diamond Mills Hunter Prix Champion Samantha Schaefer aboard Four Winds Farm’s Naturally with a score of 167.75 to finish fifth. With the halfway mark of the season approaching, the preliminary Rider Rankings for the second annual Diamond Mills $500,000 Hunter Prix Final are beginning to take shape. As this issue went to press, Geitner was sitting just outside the top 10 at number 14 on the list with just one qualifying class in the bag and 87 points. Other Ocala riders topping the charts include Crolick of Auburn Hills, Mich., in the number two spot with three qualifying classes and 152 points, and Chris Nelson of Northlake, Texas, with four qualifying classes and 119 points tied for fifth place with California’s Hope Glynn. Rounding out the top 10 from the Ocala contingent are New Jersey’s Amanda Steege in seventh place with four qualifying classes and 114 points,
$1,500 HITS Hunter Prix
Fifteen-year-old Emily Caikoski of Caflon, N.J., and her own Livin’ Large cantered to a victory in the $1,500 HITS 3' Hunter Prix at HITS Ocala with high hopes of making an appearance in the $250,000 HITS 3' Hunter Prix Final at HITSon-the-Hudson in Saugerties, N.Y., this fall. She and Livin’ Large posted the high scores in both rounds and combined an 81 and an 84 for the blue ribbon. As amateur riders make it a point to be part of the HITS 3' Hunter Prix Final, Caikoski is determined not to miss any of the action. Four points behind Caikoski, Adrienne Wodenka of Palm Harbor, Fla., and her own All In finished in second and Jacquelyn Maggiore of Winchester, Mass., finished in third aboard her own Contina. Completing the top five was Mindy Cortez of Tulsa, Okla., aboard KAC Horses, LLC’s Gretta in fourth and Michelle Shaulinski of Pittsford, N.Y., in the irons of her own Fantabulous in fifth. With the win, Caikoski picked up some valuable points and another qualifying class for the all-new $250,000 HITS 3' Hunter Prix Final. Caikoski now currently enjoys the number six spot in the rankings with 80 points on Livin’
Weston-Wayland Open Spring Horse Show Saturday, May 5, 2012 • Dickson Rings, Concord Road, Weston, MA Offering a wide variety of Pleasure and Hunter Divisions Judges: Hunters - Kim Jungherr, Pleasure - Joe Lombard
Weston Dressage & 2-Phase Event Sunday, May 6, 2012 • Dickson Rings, Concord Road, Weston, MA USDF Elementary and USEF Training Level Dressage Tests Pre-Elementary, Elementary, Beginner Novice & Novice 2-Phase Divisions Jumping consists of inviting X-Country Obstacles over our outside course. Judge: Judith Travers-Lawless Contact: Linda Cabot - 508-788-9181 • email - westonshows@yahoo.com or write P.O. Box 633, Weston, MA 02493 for class lists to either event.
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$1,500 HITS 3' Hunter Prix winners Emily Caikoski and Livin’ Large.
Large. Topping the chart during week two was another Ocala rider, Jodi Czaplick of Morriston, Fla., who has three of her five qualifying classes already. Reddick, Fla., resident Michelle Stopford sits in fourth place with two qualifying classes and Caroline Sykes of Brewster, N.Y., has a hold on the number 10 position with two classes. For a complete look at all of the preliminary rider rankings, visit www.hitsshows.com.
After Hours
Four-legged competition didn’t stop with the equine sort at HITS Ocala. Porter, an English Bulldog, was named Top Dog for week two of the Ocala Winter Circuit. Porter is owned by Adam Cramer and Lacy MorroneCramer of Pittstown, N.J., and beat out some solid competition. Charles Owen Helmet Awareness Week encouraged riders during week two of HITS Ocala to ride responsibly. Representatives from Charles Owen Helmets were on hand to educate riders on the importance of properly fitted, approved riding helmets. Many riders filled out a Charles Owen Riders’ Pledge for a chance to win a free Charles Owen Helmet, which awarded the prize to Pennsylvania’s Ashley Hartman.
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Nicole Oliynyk alongside her husband David, accepting the 2011 USEF Rood & Riddle Thoroughbred Hunter Sport Award at the USEF annual Silver Stirrup Awards banquet in Lexington, KY January 2011. Nicole rides with her husband David Oliynyk who owns and operates Oliynyk Show Stables, Inc. Nicole Oliynyk & Sea Walker
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alifornia’s Richard Spooner and Show Jumping Syndications International’s 14-year-old Holsteiner gelding Cristallo galloped to victory in the $100,000 Fidelity Investments CSI 3* Grand Prix at the 2012 FTI Consulting Winter Equestrian Festival on Saturday, February 25. The pair was the fastest by more than two seconds over Katie Dinan and Grant Road Partner’s Nougat Du Vallet, who finished second, and Great Britain’s Ben Maher on Tripple-X III, who finished third. Sixty-six horse and rider combinations contested the first round course, set by Olaf Petersen Jr. of Germany. Seven advanced to the jump-off, which saw four clear rounds. Brianne Goutal and Remarkable Farms LP’s Onira set the pace as the first to go in the jump-off with a clear round in 41.41 seconds, which eventually landed them in fourth place. Ben Maher and Tripple-X III followed and upped the ante with their clear round in 39.50 seconds, which took third place. Dinan and Nougat Du Vallet completed another clear round, improving on the time in 38.93 seconds to finish second. The lead changed hands for the final time as Richard Spooner and Cristallo entered the ring. The pair blazed through the track in 36.77 seconds to earn the top prize. Commenting on his winning round, Spooner explained, “I saw Katie and Ben go first and they were super fast. I knew I had to go as fast as I possibly could, so that’s what I did. I felt like I was a little bit slow to the second jump, so I took a big chance to the combination and it paid off. That’s probably where I made up the extra 106
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time because I came in at a ridiculous angle to the combination. I had to slow down to the last jump though, because it was a little steady.” Jeffery Welles and Aries, owned by Noel Love Gross finished the short course with a rail at the last fence in 37.80 seconds to place fifth. Alexandra Thornton and Dunwalke LLC’s Caballero 84 finished with four faults in 41.75 seconds to place sixth. Catherine Pasmore and Pasmore Stables’ Vandavid were last to go in the jump-off and had two rails in 38.51 seconds to place seventh. Spooner and Cristallo have had a successful partnership in recent years, although the rider admits it was not so easy at the start. Cristallo was difficult to turn, and it was not until Spooner’s wife, Kaylen, began riding the gelding under saddle that his rideability really improved. Richard and Cristallo have been a force to be reckoned with ever since. “My wife Kaylen has done a phenomenal job. I stopped riding him on the flat and really doing anything with him two and a half years ago,” Spooner said. “My wife does everything, so I just get on him and show, which is quite strange for me because in general I do all of the work on my other horses. She has him where he’s turning left and turning right. Now I can go fast with him. He has a very difficult mouth and she has done an amazing job in getting him to relax and do his job. It’s like night and day, a different horse.” Second place finisher Dinan was happy with her horse in the pairing’s first night class at a 1.60m height. Dinan described her partnership with Nougat Du Vallet, stating, “I’m lucky because Nougat is perfect. He makes me look like I know what I’m doing. I think he’s given me a lot of confidence.”
“My horses are all really going well,” she smiled. “I was so excited to win that grand prix a few weeks ago. Sometimes you have days where everything is aligned and everything works out. The next step is trying to be consistent. This was our first class under the lights together and this was our first real 1.60m class. I was a little nervous, but he schooled great. I just went in the ring and tried to do what we’ve been doing together. He was so good, and I’m really lucky to have him.” Finishing in third place, Maher was also pleased with his mount Tripple-X III, who was showing in his first big class since arriving in Wellington. “I was happy with him,” Maher said. “I assessed the jump-off and knew that Richard was clear and there was no chance I was going to beat him. I tried to go as fast as I could, but I didn’t want to go too quick because I have the Nations Cup next week. I couldn’t have beat Richard anyway, that’s for sure. This is the first class for him and there’s a long way to go until the end. I’m happy to be third behind these two fast riders.” The competitors praised Petersen’s course, and Spooner was especially complimentary. “Frankly, I have to say that I loved the course. Before I ever get on, when I walk a course like that, I get a smile on my face,” he stated. “I get a quicker step; I get this euphoric glow because I think we need to be challenged. I want to see difficult courses. When I saw the course, I was just excited because I knew it was going to be a challenge. I also know that Cristallo jumps better when it’s bigger and more difficult, in general.” Cristallo reacted in a good way to the exciting environment, showing under the bright lights in front of a big crowd of more than 4,000 spectators. “It kind of picks him up in a way. He’s 14, so the richer the environment, the more legitimate the environment, then I think the more legitimate his performance,” Spooner noted. Maher also commended Petersen on a job well done. “I thought it was great. I’m lucky because I believe in my horse; he’s amazing. We’ve jumped a lot of big things. Zurich just four weeks ago was one of the biggest courses I’ve jumped for a long time. I have to say, I thought it was going to be slightly smaller tonight as a three star grand prix. That’s not a three star grand prix in Europe,” he stated. “I was slightly concerned when I walked. I played it a bit casual with the horse in not doing much and just arriving and going straight in, but that suited my horse. You needed scope, you needed good rideability, and it’s always nice when you’re clear in the grand prix…it’s nice to jump a double clear and get paid well for it.” “It’s difficult because you’ve got amazing riders and horses,” Maher continued. “When you look down the list with that caliber of horses with 70 in the class, it’s a difficult job for a course builder continued on page 108
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Jumper competition was fierce throughout many of the rings at the Palm Beach International Equestrian Center (PBIEC) on Saturday, February 25. In the opening class in the International Arena, Vesuvius and Meagan Nusz took home the top prize in the $15,000 Show Jumping Hall of Fame High Amateur-Owner Jumper Classic. Owned by Amalaya Investments, Vesuvius and Nusz were the fastest in a nine horse jump-off out of 58 original entries. Chloe Reid and Quebon, owned by Chloe D Reid LLC, were first in the $1,500 Griffis Group High Junior Jumper class, while Olivia Jack and Haida du Castillon won the $1,500 Surpass Medium AmateurOwner Jumper class. In the final $1,500 Reist Industries Medium Junior Jumpers, Eugenio Garza and Chazar were speedy for the win. There were 12 clear rounds over Scott Starnes’ course that began with 22 entries in the $1,500 Masters Jumper class. Zoellen Speelman of Maryland rode Daphne Marinovich’s Sonora B to the win. Speelman and Sonora B, a 1999 dark bay KWPN gelding by Revel O, went early in the class and were the quickest of the clears with a time of 58.180 seconds, almost 20 seconds within the time allowed of 76 seconds. Second place, with a time of 59.022 seconds, went to Lindsay Harms of New Jersey, riding her mount Cordeleon. Donald Little of Massachusetts was third with a time of 59.656 seconds on his mount Mr. Nightime, a 1994 grey Dutch Warmblood gelding by Akrobaat. The second class in the Mogavero ring was the $1,500 Martha Jolicoeur Adult Amateur Jumper 36-49. Five entries out of 16 went clear. The winning ride went to Heidi Leahy of Illinois riding Troubador, a 2000 chestnut KWPN gelding by Lincoln, owned by The Bullneck Barn, LLC. Leahy went second in the class and her time of 62.384 seconds was impossible for the other riders to beat. Second place went to Gunfire 5, a 2003 bay warmblood gelding, ridden and owned by Michael Crotty of Washington. He was only 0.3 seconds slower than Leahy with a time of 62.681 seconds. Winning the yellow ribbon was Bridget Ennevor of Minnesota riding Bel Farms’ Rafino, a 2003 grey Dutch Warmblood gelding, with a time of 64.434 seconds. For more information and full results visit www.showgroundslive.com.
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arena is fairly comparable to an indoor venue, and the dates are a little closer to the Finals, which is good. I’ve always liked Tampa, it’s refreshing to go to a new area, a new venue. Everything is very convenient and close together, so it’s easy to work out of. I think the Invitational has been a fantastic event for a number of years now and we all love doing it.” The 40th Annual $200,000 Gene Mische American Invitational, presented by G & C Farm, will be the highlight event on the final day of competition during the last show, the Tournament of Champions CSI, to be held April 7 at the Raymond James Stadium in Tampa. The world’s top horses and riders will gather to compete under the lights during one of the premier show jumping events in the United States. Olympian Margie Engle will also be aiming to qualify for the event, competing in the $10,000 CWD American Invitational Stake on Thursday, April 5, 2012. “I think the American Invitational is one of the best classes offered in our country,” she explained. “It is the class that I look forward to—it has a lot of history behind it, and I always enjoy preparing for it. I am focusing on the Invitational this year because it’s a competitive class and has a lot going for it.” For more information on Stadium Jumping, Inc. and the 2012 Tampa Equestrian Series, call 941-744-5465. To download a copy of the prize list, visit www.stadiumjumping.com.
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88.25 and an 89 point total in round two. Elizabeth Boyd and Brunello, owned by Boyd and Janet Peterson, led the first round with an 89.37 total and finished the second round with an 87.75 for a 177.12 total to finish in fourth place overall. Other special awards were presented following the first round of competition. Costar, $50,000 WCHR Palm Beach Spectacular winners Victoria Colvin owned by John and Stephanie and Way Cool. Ingram, was presented with the Just 14 years old, Colvin is one of the youngest Mark Gregory Memorial Award as the best conditioned horse in round one. Casallo, owned by Erin riders to ever win this class. Commenting on McGuire and ridden by Elizabeth Boyd, earned beating out her own trainer and other top the Charlie Weaver Memorial Award as the highest professionals, Colvin smiled, “It’s a lot of fun. It scoring conformation horse in the first round with was really cool.” Colvin and Way Cool have been showing an 87.87. Class winner Way Cool is a 10-year-old together throughout the season, but this was Hanoverian gelding by Embassy. Way Cool their first time in the International Arena at night and Colvin qualified for the class after earning under the bright lights. “He was a bit more aware the reserve championship in the Antares Large and jumped higher and nicer,” Colvin noted. Junior Hunter 15 & Under division earlier in “He really rises to the occasion; he is amazing. He the day. Colvin was champion in the division jumps so well, and has such a nice canter.” Colvin enjoyed the courses tonight. “They with Inclusive. Colvin, of Loxahatchee, Fla., trains with four- were open and nice, and they really made for a time WCHR Professional Champion Scott flowing ride,” she said. Second place finisher Serio commented on Stewart. Although she went last in the second round and had to put in a good round to come the course as well, explaining, “When we out on top, Colvin says she did not feel any walked it, it looked very simple, but it rode nerves. “I don’t get nervous,” she stated. “I didn’t differently. It really did have a flow to it, espefeel any pressure. My mom is the one who gets cially in the second round.” Serio explained that Castle Rock felt great in nervous and I think Scott gets a bit nervous. I thought it was good. I knew I had to pick up his both rounds. “He is so reliable and just knows feet. I thought I was going to have a rail because his job. I was confident going into my rounds that he was going to be sharp. He is unbelievhe was very tired, but he was perfect.” able to ride, and he walks into the ring and wants to win. It is an amazing feeling to have a horse like that,” she smiled. “Castle Rock only shows in Florida and then he returns home to Tampa and turns out. That lifestyle works so well for him and he lives such a happy, healthy life,” she added. Fourth place finisher Boyd also won this class as a junior. She was happy with her rounds aboard Brunello. “He felt amazing. He really shines under the lights,” she declared. “He was definitely a bit tired for the second round. He made such a hard effort and jumped every jump out in the first round.” For more information and full results from the $50,000 WCHR Palm Beach Hunter Spectacular, please visit www. showgroundslive.com. Elizabeth Boyd rode Brunello to fourth place.
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so many people, including his fellow competitors, partners and team members in the horse worlds of polo, field hunting, show jumping and Thoroughbred racing, as well as in all other aspects of his life.” Don was born in Pittsburgh, Pa., and spent most of his adult life as a resident of Ipswich, Mass. He attended the University of Pennsylvania and was an avid pilot and a U.S. Air Force veteran, where he was the youngest aircraft commander in the Strategic Air Command. He was also captain of Myopia Hunt Club Polo for 18 years, past president of the United States Polo Association, current Master of Foxhounds of the Myopia Hunt Club, and Founder and Chairman of Centennial Farms, which raced winners of many stakes races, including the Belmont Stakes in 1993 and the inaugural Breeders Cup Dirt Mile in 2007. Professionally, he was a highly successful broker and investment manager at UBS and its predecessor companies, PaineWebber and Kidder Peabody. In addition to his wife Judy, Don is survived by a son, Donald V. Little Jr., and a daughter, Andrea Little Eaton, both of Ipswich, Mass., a sister, Patricia Moseley of Hamilton, Mass., a brother, Crocker Snow Jr. of Ipswich, Mass., a brother, Andrew J. Little of Chipping Norton, England, and grandchildren Tapley D. Eaton, Donald V. Little III, James D. Little, and Isabella H. Eaton.
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these challenging events. Chef d’Equipe George Morris commented, “I think that Kentucky is a premier facility; they have hosted trials before, they know how to do it. It’s a lovely time of year, great footing, so it has to be a hit. The whole area is very horse friendly and very natural.” Mark Leone is also a member of the Selection Committee, and will be attending the Kentucky Spring Horse Shows to observe the long listed riders. “Hosting the Observations at Kentucky is an excellent choice for our horses and riders,” he said. “It’s a top international facility, especially after having the World Equestrian Games there. We are trying to determine that type of championship quality horse, so it’s a perfect venue to solidify our candidates for London.” In addition to the three major jumper classes during the Kentucky Spring Horse Shows, the competition will continue with the Kentucky Spring Classic CSI2*, to be held May 16-20, 2012. The $32,000 Hagyard
Lexington Classic will take place on Thursday, May 17 as riders try to accumulate valuable points for the Hagyard Leading Rider Bonus. On Saturday, May 19, riders will compete under the lights in the Rolex Stadium during the $75,000 Mary Rena Murphy Grand Prix sponsored by Audi of Lexington. Each year, the Kentucky Spring Horse Shows boast high-level grand prix action, as well as the nation’s top hunters with a USHJA International Hunter Derby. New highlights during this year’s events will include the Hallway Feeds USHJA National Hunter Derby Series with Leading Hunter Rider Bonus. The Kentucky Spring Classic will also be a WCHR Member event, where riders can earn points towards year-end awards. While competing at the Kentucky Spring Horse Shows, exhibitors and their families can also explore downtown Lexington, which features fine dining and shopping. The beautiful Lexington area offers numerous hotel accommodations near the horse show facilities and the main downtown area. For more information on Kentucky Horse Shows LLC and the Kentucky Spring Horse Shows, please visit www.kentucky horseshows.com.
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A WORTHWHILE WORKSHOP for riders to attend might be The Dressage Foundation’s Equestrian Fundraising School. The cost is $500 but the goal is to provide riders with the skills to raise funds to help meet their equestrian career goals. The course is also for those who have money and want to use it to support equestrian sports. The course offers guidelines on how best to do that. For more information visit www. dressagefoundation.org.
$25,000 Carol Lavell Advanced Dressage Prize recipient Heather Mason riding Warsteiner.
WENTWORTH HUNT CLUB will be hosting a dressage schooling show on April 29 at the Spinney Lane rings of the UNH Equine Center in Durham, N.H. The show will offer classes for beginners and seasoned competitors
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RIDERS LOOKING TO CREATE a musical freestyle for the upcoming show season had a chance to learn how during a workshop held at Bear Spot Farm in Concord, Mass. The workshop featured Paul Eason and Sean Hagon, both of whom have experience in musical production and choreography. The two helped guide riders through the creative process involved in producing a good freestyle, giving them advice on everything from choosing the right music to matching music and movements. STATES DRESSAGE FED
PINELAND FARMS in Gloucester, Maine, reports that two of its riders—Gwyneth McPherson and Kelly Coyne—are having success on the Florida circuit this winter. Among the wins was a first place for Gwyneth and Flyer during the Sweetheart Cup, in which they also grabbed the high score award with a 73.40%. Kelly also competed in her first grand prix with Lawool during the Florida tour.
alike. Ribbons will be awarded to first through sixth place recipients.
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CONGRATULATIONS TO HEATHER MASON of Tewksbury, N.J., on being awarded the $25,000 Carol Lavell Advanced Dressage Prize from The Dressage Foundation. Lavell herself handed over the prize to Heather during the Palm Beach Dressage Derby in Florida in March. Heather said she’ll be using the money to cover costs of training with Lars Petersen and Alfredo Hernandez as she and her mount Warsteiner aim to qualify for the 2014 World Equestrian Games in France.
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NEWS OUT OF THE FEI is that the international equestrian organization has initiated suspension proceedings against the International Dressage Riders Club (IDRC). The IDRC is an FEI Associate Member and the FEI has said that the IDRC has exercised poor governance by removing two club members without letting them be heard— Luis Lucio of Spain and Maria Ines of Colombia. There has been much tension between the FEI and the IDRC in the past year and this appears to be one more stage of that conflict. In response, Wayne Channon, IDRC secretary-general, called the FEI action “misconceived” and said it was an attempt by the FEI to avoid discussion on the issue of riders’ rights to nominate their own representatives to the FEI Dressage Committee. This debate is sure to continue throughout the summer.
THE DRESSAGE WORLD sadly lost John H. “Jack” Fritz in February. The former chair and co-founder of the U.S. Dressage Federation passed away at the age of 87. He was also a member of the U.S. Equestrian Team’s Board of Directors since the 1960s. In addition, he was a technical delegate and a judge for dressage. In 2000, the U.S. Equestrian Federation awarded him with a Lifetime Achievement Award. He will be greatly missed, not only in the dressage world, but also in the eventing community, where he was also quite active. AND FINALLY, here’s an important note from the U.S. Equestrian Federation (USEF). The USEF Equine Drugs and Medications Program has issued a ruling on a product called “Carolina Gold,” which has gama aminobutyric acid (GABA) as one of its ingredients. GABA is an inhibitory neurotransmitter. The USEF stated that “While initially not considered a forbidden substance, the use of GABA as a ‘calming supplement’ does violate the spirit and intent of the Equine Drugs and Medications Rule.” As a result, “Carolina Gold” or any other product containing GABA is considered a forbidden substance under USEF rules.
Send your dressage news to lynndee@harlynnfarms.com. APRIL 2012
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Brenna Kucinski and Regent took top honors in Grand Prix competition at last year’s show.
also looking for more volunteers that help keep this show a success year after year!” The NEDA Spring Show is an official qualifying competition for the FEI North American Junior and Young Riders Championships and the Collecting Gaits Farm/ USEF National Pony Riders Junior, Young Rider, and Brentina Cup Championships. It is also an official qualifying competition for the Markel/USEF Young Horse Dressage Program and the USEF National Developing Horse Dressage Championships. “In order to compete at either the Regional Championships, or in any of the shows like cARoLe mAcdonALd
t’s time to mark your calendars for the New England Dressage Association’s (NEDA) Spring Dressage Show to be held at Marshfield Fairgrounds in Marshfield, Mass., May 12 and 13, 2012. This event offers classes from Training Level through Grand Prix, qualifying classes, great footing, permanent stalls, and a fantastic venue. “The NEDA Spring Show is one of the first shows of the year in New England and a great time to bring your horse out and show everyone what you’ve been working on all winter,” said Sue McKeown, NEDA Spring Show Secretary. “We also offer championship qualifying classes, which is great to have so early in the show season. It’s the perfect opportunity to get out there and get your scores. We are
NAJYRC, the National Championships or the Young Horse or Developing Horse Championships, you need to get qualifying scores and the NEDA Spring Show is the place to do it,” McKeown said. “It really is a great show at a wonderful venue. The show has a lot to offer, including the musical freestyles, which are always fun to watch. Another exciting thing about the Spring Show is that Sally Davenport will be hosting the L Program Part 2 at it.” Paul Cormier, show manager of the event, noted that additional sponsors and vendors are currently being accepted. “A class sponsorship is $35 per class and it really gives the sponsor a great opportunity to get their name out there, as well as be included in the program as a NEDA supporter. We are also looking for more vendors, such as general tack stores, so I encourage vendors to reach out to us if there is any interest,” he said. Entries for the show opened on March 26 and close April 20. Stabling and trailer-ins are both available. A limited number of camper hook ups are available for $175 during the show. The competition host hotel is the Comfort Inn, 850 Hingham Street in Rockland, 781-982-1000. Ask for the special NEDA rate if booking before competition closing date. A limited number of rooms are available, so book early. For more information on the NEDA Spring Show, visit www.neda.org.
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harles River Dressage Association (CRDA) is looking forward to another year of clinics and shows and would like to invite you to become part of the dressage activities for 2012! CRDA membership benefits include eligibility for CRDA year-end awards; lower “member pricing” for clinics and shows; show dates for 2012: May 6, July 15, August 12, and September 30; and a subscription to Horsemen’s Yankee Pedlar and Massachusetts Horse magazine. All CRDA annual membership dues postmarked after December 31, 2011 are $50. Business memberships postmarked after December
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31 are $95. Business membership includes all family members. To join, please send your filled out membership application form as well as a check, which can be found at www.crdressage.org, to: Charles River Dressage Association, 4 Jade Walk, Medfield, MA 02052. For more information call Carol Burkhart at 508-359-9961 or email cburkhart3636@gmail.com. If you haven’t had a chance to show with CRDA or join us in the clinics in the past years, come join us for some fun this year! Classes include Intro through Second Level and above, and specialty classes. For more information on CRDA, visit www.crdressage.org.
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Hickey has also been doing well in other Florida competitions. He has been earning wins with Balissa HTF, including the high score of the day during February’s Global Dressage Festival competition with a 77.500% in First Level Test 2. In the small tour at the Wellington Classic Spring Challenge, it was Danish rider Lars Petersen who took all the blue Tinne Vilhelmson-Silfven and Divertimento took ribbons with the Danish Warmblood wins in both the CDI Grand Prix and the Olympic Willano. It wasn’t an easy show for Grand Prix Special at the Wellington Classic Petersen as just before it began, his father, Dressage Spring Challenge. Neils Enjar, passed away. But Petersen felt his father, who was one of his biggest fans, “I am super pleased,” said Vilhelmson-Silfven would have wanted him to ride on and that’s after the evening freestyle competition. “He was what he did, dedicating his wins at the show to a bit more tense here in the dark, but it was good practice for me. I had a better feeling with him his father. Vilhelmson-Silfven also took wins at the today than yesterday.” American Todd Flettrich won the Olympic Florida Dressage Classic CDI-W with Don Auriello. The duo earned blue in the Grand Prix Grand Prix Special at the same show with and also in the Freestyle with a score of 76.350%. continued on page 122
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here is no shortage of dressage action in Florida this winter with the new Global Dressage Festival series joining the Wellington Classic Dressage, Gold Coast Dressage, and International Horse Sport Palm Beach series of shows. Europeans continued to be on the leader board during many shows. At the Wellington Classic Dressage Spring Challenge CDI3*, it was Sweden’s Tinne Vilhelmson-Silfven riding Divertimento who took wins in both the CDI Grand Prix and in the Olympic Grand Prix Special with scores of 74.383% in the Grand Prix and 74.356% in the Special. American Christopher Hickey riding Douglas Hilltop earned second in the Grand Prix with a score of 69.064% and taking second in the Special was Canadian Jacqueline Brooks riding D-Niro to a score of 68.956%. Yvonne Losos de Muniz and Liebling II took blue in the Grand Prix Freestyle with a score of 67.925%.
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his longtime partner Otto. The pair scored a 71.422% to ease ahead of the second place pair of Ashley Holzer, of Canada, and Breaking Dawn with their score of 70.800%. Flettrich and Otto, a 16-year-old gelding, earned their second highest score in the Olympic Grand Prix Special. “I am happy,” said Flettrich. “I can take risks. Before the World Equestrian Games we were still getting to know each other. Now, I’m willing to take a chance. I could not have done it before. He’s become my horse now.” The win gave Flettrich and Otto the scores they needed to qualify for this summer’s Olympic Selection Trials.
the Intermediaire Level. “She’s a super rider and she will ride him again when he has a bit more confidence at the Grand Prix Level,” Koford said of Holland Shook. In other competition at the new Global Dressage Festival series, Jason Canton scored a coup when he and his new partner Supremat earned the show high score during February’s National 1 Horse Show. The duo earned an 80.714% in Training Level competition. The Oldenburg (LEFT) $50,000 Wellington Dressage CDI-W Olympic Grand Prix stallion had been purchased at Special winner Ashley Holzer with Mette Larsen of Windsor auction in Vechta, Germany, Equestrian. and had only come out of (ABOVE) Mary Bahniuk Lauritsen rode Ansgar to the high score quarantine one week before of the show at the Wellington Classic Spring Challenge. the show. Canton, who has Holzer and her longtime partner Pop Art long been one of the East Coast’s top trainers and have also been having success on the Florida competitors, is heading westward after the Florida circuit. The pair won the Olympic Grand Prix winter season. He’ll be going to work at Shoofly Special in the $50,000 Wellington Dressage Farm in Texas. In other news coming out of Florida, CDI-W during the opening competition of the Global Dressage Festival series by earning a Northeastern rider Mary Bahniuk Lauritsen, who score of 71.867%. Holzer thought it could have trains with Diana Mukpo at Cutler Farm in been better but said the fault was with her, not Massachusetts, rode away with the high score of Pop Art. “My horse was great, his jockey today the show during the Wellington Classic Spring Challenge. She and the 7-year-old gelding Ansgar was not stellar,” she said. The Grand Prix Freestyle during the inaugural scored a 79.474% in Third Level competition. Global Dressage Festival series was won by James “He’s a wonderful horse to begin with and someKoford and Pharaoh. They scored a 73.300%. thing was just right in the air,” she said of the pair’s Second went to Shawna Harding and Come On ride. “Our test was right in the middle of an III with a score of 70.575%. Pharaoh is owned incredible downpour but he was with me the by 20-year-old Hannah Holland Shook, who whole ride. He was liquid, just like the puddles served as groom and who competes Pharaoh at he was going through.”
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or many people who are getting started in dressage, showing can seem like a big step—intimidating and complex. They suffer from an anxiety disorder called “test stress” and have flashbacks to history exams where their minds drew a blank or grade school spelling bees where they suffered the agony of defeat in front of an audience. Competing does not need to be that way, and over 10 years ago, the Western New York Dressage Association (WNYDA) set out to create shows that would guide riders painlessly and smoothly into the process. The Challenge Series events give riders a good learning experience and a fun day 122
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with other horse-crazy, like-minded folks who encourage and help each other on the journey. Classes are offered for Introductory Level Tests A, B, and C, Training Level Tests 1, 2, and 3, Test of Choice First Level and higher, and a Musical Freestyle class. Fees are kept as low as possible while still enabling the show managers to afford to put on the competition. Entry fees are $15 per class (dressage test). Even if not a member of WNYDA, riders can enter simply by paying a $10 non-member fee, or by joining WNYDA at the show. Ribbons are awarded through sixth place in each class. High score junior and senior rider awards are given at
each show and year-end awards are given at the annual fall WNYDA Awards Banquet. The series is designed to be a fun learning opportunity and to help riders who want to go further in the sport to lay a correct foundation for competing in USEF/USDF licensed shows. Some riders are content to stay with the Challenge Series, and the club is always glad to have them! Some trainers find it a wonderful way to introduce horses they are working with to the whole showing experience before moving on to USEF/USDF recognized shows. With the addition of “opportunity classes” in 2010 to USEF/USDF dressage competitions, the powers that be on the national level have added an intermediate step in the recognized shows, to continue guiding the rider from schooling shows towards national competition. Each WNYDA Challenge Series show hires a judge who either has graduated from the United States Dressage Federation’s “Learner Judge” program—and is known as an “L” gradcontinued on page 124
New England Dressage Association 2012 Spring Symposium
World Class Dressage Training for horse and rider Upcoming clinics with Gold medalist
Pam Goodrich and Gold medalist
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Olympic Dressage Riders Carol Lavell & Michael Poulin
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Apple Knoll Farm, Millis, MA Poulin and Lavell were not only teammates on the 1992 Barcelona Olympic Team, they were and still are, teacher and student, mentor and colleague. Come to the Spring Symposium to hear what it was like to train for and medal in the Olympics. Explore the relationship between student and teacher and how that relationship can affect the learning and development of both horse and rider at all levels. How does the relationship affect the learning and development of both horse and rider, whether training for the top or for your own personal goals. The 2012 NEDA Spring Symposium will have something for everyone as many of the topics have been chosen by you. We hope you can make it and will see you there!
For more information visit:
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For more information on the Symposium, contact Linda Mendenhall at hofmendenhall@verizon.net
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Hannah Rettew riding Sonnenjuwel (at right) and Chantrelle Hayes riding HC Austin (below) at WNYDA shows.
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uate—or a USEF/USDF licensed dressage judge with a USDF/USEF “r” or an higher rating. This gives competitors in the Challenge Series shows feedback from judges with educated eyes, training and testing as judges, and also a foundation of experience in training and showing at USEF/USDF recognized competitions. Unlike USEF recognized shows, judges are allowed to make comments on schooling exercises or changes in riding technique that may help the equestrian advance his/her skills and improve the quality of the horse’s performance. Safe, neat riding attire is required, but competitors are not required to wear show clothing. Those who have dressage jackets, white gloves, stock ties, and tall black boots usually wear them. Plenty of riders also compete in clean schooling breeches, a polo shirt, and paddock boots with half chaps, etc. Some horses are braided, some are not. Tests are often read for the riders who don’t trust their memory. For those who do not pre-arrange for a friend to read their test, there always seems to be plenty of experienced,
willing volunteers to read for them in a clear, strong voice with good timing. Show management generally has extra copies of tests for riders who may have forgotten to bring a copy. Everyone pulls together to encourage one another through difficulties and congratulate each other on successes and improvements. Even those who arrive “scared stiff” join the ranks of those with smiles by the end of the show. Those who manage WNYDA Challenge Series shows do so because they genuinely love
seeing people relax, make progress, and have fun—and they also love seeing the horses relax and start to swing over their backs, get the correct bend, make smooth transitions, and “dance” as partners with their riders. The opening WNYDA Challenge Series show for the 2012 season will be held Saturday, April 21 at Houghton College Equestrian Center in Houghton, N.Y. Visit www.wnyda. org for dates and locations of events, entry forms, WNYDA membership, and more.
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Eventing news
Sarah Bunkley and Breki pull Heidi Johnson in their inaugural “sledjoring” experience.
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STEPHANIE MALLICK’S EVENT HORSE ABE lucked out as the demonstration horse when certified human, canine, and equine masseuse Angela LaFave visited Abenaki Farm in Campton, N.H., for a lecture on February 3. LaFave also showed attendees proper exercises for your mount after riding. And speaking of Abenaki, some of their riders took a mid-winter break from training, traded in their English tack for western saddles, and went sled-joring at Stagecoach Hill Farm! Everyone had a great time trying out their new “discipline.” IF YOU HAVE YET TO TUNE INTO THE Angela LaFave demonstrates massage techniques on HISTORY CHANNEL’S Full Metal Jousting, Abe at her Abenaki Farm lecture. you’re missing out. Three-day eventer Joe TWO POST UNIVERSITY EQUINE PROGRAM McKinley made his debut in the third episode of STUDENTS, Heather Whiles of Durham, Conn., the show, going head-to-head as an underdog and Kelsey Stinneford of Wayne, Maine, have against a theatrical jouster. In the end, McKinley been training to get their British Horse Society lost the preliminary match 19-23, but don’t count him out yet—after another teammate was kicked Assistant Instructor qualification at Huntley School of Equitation in Gloucestershire, England, out of the competition, Joe was chosen to come since February. They both look forward to back and take his place—and get another shot at attending the Badminton Horse Trials in May. the title and the $100,000 prize. STEPHIE BAER spent February and most of March in Ocala, Fla., with her regular mount, Zohar, owned by Gail and William Ward of Rehoboth, Mass., as well as horses owned by her students, Janet Mitchell of Sherborn, Mass., and Nicole Hornblower of Southborough, Mass. At the Rocking Horse Winter 2 Horse Trials, Janet finished third in the Training Rider A division on Dunlavin’s Royal Rebel, and Zohar was second in the Open Preliminary B division.
THE PRO JUNIOR YOUNG RIDER TRAINING LEVEL SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAM returns in its second year with a few new faces. The 2012 mentorship team consists of program founder Marcia Kulak of Scotia, N.Y., Will Faudree of Southern Pines, N.C., Shannon Lilley of Gilroy, Calif., and Amy Tryon of Duvall, Wash. At designated events on both the East and West coasts, PRO professional members observe and score participating riders. The top two point-earning riders from
the eastern half of the country will each earn a scholarship award with Marcia Kulak or Will Faudree. Two top point-earning riders from the western half of the country will each earn the same scholarship award with Shannon Lilley or Amy Tyron. The award includes a week of training and the boarding of both horse and rider at no cost to the scholarship awardees. The two remaining events on the East Coast are at Surefire Farm in Purcellville, Va., on June 22-24 and the Millbrook Horse Trials in Millbrook, N.Y., on August 2-5.
INTRODUCING THE VERMONT EVENTING CHALLENGE! The Green Mountain Horse Association (GMHA), Hitching Post Farm, and Huntington Farm are teaming up to create a new program for event riders for 2012. The Vermont Eventing Challenge is a year-end awards program for riders competing in Vermont’s USEA recognized horse trials. The Challenge shows will include the Hitching Post Farm Horse Trials on May 19-20, GMHA June 2-3 Horse Trials, Huntington Farm Horse Trials on July 14-15, GMHA August 10-12 Horse Trials, Huntington Farm Horse Trials on August 18-19, and the GMHA September 15-16 Horse Trials. Competitors wishing to take part in the Vermont Eventing Challenge must declare a horse and rider combination, level of competition, and pay a nominating fee in order to be eligible for it. Horse and rider combinations are only eligible at one level per season, though riders may declare multiple horses. EVENTER ERIC DIERKS of Tryon, N.C., won the Retired Racehorse Trainer Challenge, based on his five weeks of work with Brazilian Wedding, a 6-year-old mare by Milwaukee Brew, who won her last race in December at Charles Town for trainer Kevin Patterson. The Challenge culminated at the Pennsylvania Horse World Expo on February 26 in front of nearly 3,000 spectators. The Retired Racehorse Training Project will soon announce details about a second Trainer Challenge that will be open to both amateurs and professionals and will take place over a three month period, as well as a public event in Kentucky on the afternoon and evening after cross-country at the Rolex. Send your eventing news to kathryn.selinga@ pedlar.com. APRIL 2012
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USEA is hoping to see more horses and riders than ever have the chance to compete at the national championships. An AEC Site Section Task Force made up of past presidents Kevin Baumgardner, Mike Huber, and Kyra Stuart, and current president Brian Sabo along with past Executive Committee member Malcolm Hook, spent the last year reviewing possible future venues for the championships. The location of Texas Rose was a big factor in that selection process and the desire of the USEA to help grow the sport in the central regions. “The USEA has had a wonderful experience working with Carl Bouckaert and his staff the last few years at Chattahoochee Hills,” said USEA CEO Jo Whitehouse. “Carl has really helped create that ‘Festival of Eventing’ experience that we so much want the championships to offer. We will be sad to leave the facility after this year, but excited about the move to the Texas Rose Horse Park. Our aim is to give every competitor in the country a chance to experience the American Eventing Championships and the location of Texas Rose will certainly help us achieve that goal.”
he United States Eventing Association’s (USEA) Board of Governors voted to approve the Texas Rose Horse Park in Tyler, Texas, as the site for the 2013 Nutrena USEA American Eventing Championships (AEC) presented by Bit of Britain. The 500-acre facility is conveniently located in the heart of Area V in the beautiful rolling hills of east Texas and features extensive amenities. This will be the fourth site to host the championships, which began in 2004 at the Carolina Horse Park in Raeford, N.C., and moved to Lamplight Equestrian Center in Wayne, Ill., in 2007. For the last two years the championships have been at Carl Bouckaert’s Chattahoochee Hills in Fairburn, Ga., and the USEA is looking forward to its third event there in September. For the first time ever the AEC will be located nearly equidistant from both the West and East coasts. Texas Rose is 20 hours from Middleburg, Va., and 23 hours from Temecula, Calif. Riders heading from the Lexington, Ky., area will have a 13-hour drive while Ocala, Fla., residents will travel 15 hours. The
2011 Preliminary Junior Champion Carrie Meehan riding Blue Devil at last year’s American Eventing Championships.
The Nutrena USEA American Eventing Championships presented by Bit of Britain are the only national championships for the sport of eventing. Amateurs, juniors, and professionals compete at Beginner Novice through Advanced levels to test their mettle against the best in the country, and vie for over $100,000 in prizes, $75,000 in cash, and the chance to be named the best in the nation at their respective levels. Find out more about the AEC at www. useventing.com/programs/aec.
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outing! A professional photographer will be on the grounds as well. The second schooling show will be held on July 22 at Mystic Valley Hunt Club. Last year, this show filled quickly, so be sure to register early. Please visit our website for sPRings inTo AcTion wiTH JumPing clinics And registration information and to learn about all CDCTA activities planned for scHooling sHows this year. If you have not yet renewed suBmiTTed By cHeRyl mATTHewson your 2012 CDCTA membership, be sure to do so now! n the next few months, the Connecticut Remember, only members can Dressage and Combined Training receive discounts at our events Association (CDCTA) will offer two and year-end awards. New this educational clinics and two schooling year is our Trainer’s Award, so shows for members and non-members. Starting be sure to remind your trainer on April 8, the annual Stadium Jumping Clinic to join the club. You can help will be held with local clinician, Sally Hinkle your trainer earn points by Russell, at Mystic Valley Hunt Club in Gales participating in CDCTA clinics Ferry, Conn. On April 29, a cross-country and shows. clinic with Ann Bowie will be held at Horse If you wish to volunteer at Power Farm in Canterbury, Conn. Both of these any of CDCTA’s clinics, shows, clinics are open to horses and riders of all levels. 2012 CDCTA Year-End Awards recipients display their ribbons or other activities, please contact Auditors and spectators are highly encouraged! at the annual Awards Ceremony in Middletown, Conn. the organizer for the specific For more information, contact clinic organizer Donna Legere at bandit@99main.com, call will host its first Dressage and Combined Test event. Volunteers qualify for a quarterly lesson 860-642-4418, or visit our website at www. Schooling Show of this year at Westbrook lotto drawing and have the opportunity to learn Hunt Club in Westbrook, Conn. This is a while helping their club. Hope to see you at a cdctaonline.com. Ready for the show ring? On May 13, CDCTA wonderful facility for a horse and rider’s first CDCTA activity this spring! Ann bowIe
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he 10th anniversary of the Jersey Fresh International Three-Day Event is being hosted at the Horse Park of New Jersey on May 10-13. This event will mark the final stop for the London 2012 Olympic Trials. The Ground Jury for the event is set to be Roger Haller, Technical Delegate; Trish Gilbert, Assistant Technical Delegate; Christian Landolt, President of the Ground Jury; Ulrich Schmitz, Ground Jury; and Susan Graham-White, Ground Jury. Not only will this be an exciting event for the equestrian world, everyone is welcome to come enjoy what the horse park has to offer that weekend. A craft fair will be hosted as well as the New Jersey Equine Advisory Boardâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Equine Expo. Featured in this expo will be educa-
tional programs for an audience of all ages, including New Jersey agriculture from different aspects. On Sunday, May 13, see â&#x20AC;&#x153;The Royal Joust,â&#x20AC;? as riders accurately capture the feeling of a true historic joust; spectators will witness knights in shining armor, ladies in majestic gowns, the grandeur of colorful war horses, and all the pomp and pageantry of the tournament that has thrilled peopleâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s imaginations for 500 years. Also on Sunday there will be a patriotic tribute to the heroes of 9/11, presented by the Delaware Valley Combined Training Association. There will be a $10 per car parking fee for Saturday and Sunday. The facilities are located just off Exit 11 off Interstate 195. For more information, visit www. horseparkofnewjersey.com.
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Washington, Conn., on Saturday, June 16. There will be approximately 10 miles of marked trail. The cost is $20 for adults and $10 for youth, with registration fees supporting the Sue Brander Sport Horse Scholarship. Lunch is included with your registration fee. CMHA offers college scholarships to its members each year. The application is available on their website in the documents section, and the deadline is August 1. Save the date for the Connecticut Summer Finale Horse Show, to be held September 29-30 at Falls Creek Farm in Oneco, Conn. The show is CMHA, CHSA and Connecticut Color Breed rated. For additional information, visit www.ctmorgans.org.
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The Next Generation, shown with rider Gaetana D’Alesio-Spina, was sold to Selina Shananaquet. SUSAN SNOW recently sold Renaissance Espionage (Ultras Special Agent x Renaissance Rachel). Scott Travers of Driftway Meadows in Westport, Mass., was her agent. The 8-year-old gelding was purchased by Chris and Larry Cassenti of Chrislar Farm in Rowley, Mass.
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CHRIS AND LARRY CASSENTI sold their EV Santa Fe’s Grandee (Santa Fe Renegade x BMM Raven of Suisun Bay). The 6-year-old gelding was purchased by Jenn and Chris Ruggerio and family of Chester, N.H. CONGRATULATIONS TO ROBIN VERGATO of Jarmany Hill Morgans in Candia, N.H., on her purchase of the handsome 5-year-old gelding CBMF Inside Out (Ben’s Rhapsody x Ariel). Formerly owned by Luman Wadhams of Warren, Vt., ‘Barry’ and Robin will debut under the direction of the Wadhams Stable banner. THE CONNECTICUT MORGAN HORSE ASSOCIATION (CMHA) has many exciting events planned for the summer and they hope you can join them. First off, CMHA will be hosting their Connecticut Morgan Horse Show in June. To learn more details about this highly anticipated event, turn to page 133. Next, the club is hosting a trail ride at Steep Rock Preserve in
INDEPENDENCE STABLES’ DRESSAGE SCHOOLING SHOWS are under way. The second in the series of four planned shows at Dottie Brittingham’s facility in Belchertown, Mass., will be held April 29. The March show offered Intro, Training, First and Second levels and Leadline. New this year are USEF Western Dressage tests! The show has a relaxed atmosphere, and plenty of time is given for the judge to interact with the rider. Carriages, carriages everywhere! Everyone seems to be driving, from the boarding horses to the training horses—even the pony has been hooked to drive! Horses and drivers are having a great time
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CHRIS CASSENTI sold The Next Generation (Born To Boogie x Arboria Champagne), who was owned by Kevin Solimine. This 16 hand, 5-year-old gelding was purchased by Selina Shananaquet of Kewadin, Mich. His training will continue under the direction of Jayne Cook. “Spider” was just awarded the 2011 NEMHA Circuit Open English Pleasure Championship. Several other horses were sold out of Chrislar Farm, including DRF French Design (Gladgay’s Excalibur x Cabot French Curtsy). The 9-year-old mare was bred and owned by Joanne Galvin of Pittsfield, N.H., and was purchased by Kathy Truslow of Saco, Maine. She is a first-time Morgan owner who will enjoy this nice mare with
her son, Jake. CHRIS AND ERIN MARTIN of Rockport, Mass., purchased Rustic V’s Apocalypto (Whispering Whammunition x Free N Fancy). The 5-year-old gelding was owned by Wendy Meyer of Merrimac, Wis.
ELLEN ATKINSON of Lynnfield, Mass., purchased Dantree Answer The Call (PWF Good Will Hunting x EKL Joyful Vision). This fancy 6-year-old mare will be Ellen’s new mount in the Youth and Amateur divisions. This duo will continue their training and showing under the direction of Chrislar Farm.
Ellen Atkinson recently purchased Dantree Answer The Call.
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maneuvering the cones and other obstacles. Future schooling show dates are August 12 and September 9. For more information visit www.independencestablellc.com.
NEMHA Winter Getaway
The Maine Morgan horse Club has donated 10% of the profits from its 2011 horse show and has pledged 5% of the profits from the 2012 horse show to the Maine Equine Welfare Alliance. The Alliance is a grassroots affiliation of horse owners, the equine industry, organizations, and horse enthusiasts committed to enriching and enhancing the lives of Maine’s equines through direct assistance, mentoring, emergency intervention, and public education. The Maine Morgan Horse Club challenges other clubs in the state to support this program.
he New England Morgan Horse Association (NEMHA) Winter Getaway Weekend took place this year on February 3-5 in the Berkshire Mountains of Western Massachusetts. The weekend was a great hit, with a large collection of clinics, demonstrations, and round table discussions that offered something for all ages and interests present. The Getaway kicked off with a Welcome Reception on Friday evening at the luxurious Cranwell Resort in Lenox, Mass. On Saturday, February 4, the program of clinics took place at the nearby Sebring Stables. Longe Line Exercises was the first Joan Travers presents open hunter pleasure clinic of the day taught by Sarah Gove reserve Champion Kristina Vine and Champion and Kristen Farl ey from Taylor River skylar robinson with their ribbons. Farm in Hampton Falls, N.H. They showed the participants some of the exercises become a leading trainer, clinician, and competon the longe line that they use to help them itor in the world of carriage driving, taught the turn out top riders in every division—an clinic. Morse demonstrated how carriage driving and combined driving can be a perfect fit as a invaluable lesson for all equestrians. After Longe Line Exercises, the Carriage career change for some horses and a perfect sport Driving Clinic took place. Jeff Morse of Green for the senior equestrian as well. Meads Farm in Richmond, Mass., who has continued on page 130
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ChapTer 14 of The uniTed professional horseMen’s assoCiaTion (UPHA) offers annual educational scholarships. These scholarships are open to applicants who are high school seniors or college freshmen. Applicants must be UPHA Chapter 14 Junior or Associate members or the child of an active UPHA Chapter 14 member. UPHA Chapter 14 includes all of the New England states, New York, and Canada. Applications are due by April 10, 2012. For further information or to request an application, contact Barbara Irvine at Irvine44@aol.com or 518-392-5064.
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World Equestrian Games for his dressage freestyle performance with his Morgan, conducted the clinic. Wilson went through the basics as well as some other moves from his crowd pleasing repertoire, and also discussed the goals of the newly formed Western Dressage Association with those in attendance. Reining with Josette Conti of Kutztown, Pa., was the final clinic of the day. Conti demonstrated (L-R): Ellen Atkinson, Gaetana D’Alesio-Spina, Amanda Christine and Fred Nava were inducted into the the sport of reining with two of Bagley, and Emily Lloyd with their ribbons for the NEMHA Hall of Fame. her World Champion Morgan English Pleasure and Classic Pleasure divisions. reining horses, showing what it performance. In his clinic, he explained the how, takes to be the best. NEMHA Winter Getaway Saturday’s events wrapped up in the evening what, and why of what he does. continued from page 129 Suzanne Habereck of Trinity Farms in with the cocktail reception and Awards Banquet After a quick coffee break for participants, Broadalbin, N.Y., then taught the Saddle Seat back at the Cranwell. On Sunday, the weekend came to an end with Valeri Reynolds of Richmond, Mass., then led Equitation Clinic at 11:30 a.m. Habereck is the Braiding Clinic. During her presentation, the UPHA Chapter 14 Instructor of the Year a breakfast buffet and Annual Meeting followed Reynolds explained the different braiding styles and trained the 2010 Saddle Seat Equitation by the Morgan Judging Standards Mini-Clinic. and techniques for hunter, pleasure, and dressage Triple Crown Champion and a number of other Cindy Mugnier and Harry Sebring presented National and World Champion equitation riders their well-known workshop on how the Morgan competitors to participants. Later, the Equine Chiropractic Work Clinic in both saddle seat and hunter seat. For her clinic, horse is to be judged. The standard of perfection was held under the expertise of Dr. Ryan Penno she had one of her riders demonstrate techniques for the many disciplines in which the Morgan competes that was discussed at the Mini-Clinic of The Equine Clinic at Oakencroft in Raven, to the participants as she explained them. Western Dressage was the next clinic to take will be covered via video with clear explanation. N.Y. Penno is a master manipulator who travels For more information, visit www. near and far to help owners keep their horses place in the day. Jeff Wilson of Black Willow happy, comfortable, and in top form for peak Morgans in Delhi, N.Y., who was a hit at the nemha.com.
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he University of Vermont Morgan Horse Farm in Weybridge, Vt., the William H. Miner Agricultural Research Institute of Chazy, N.Y., the Middlebury Large Animal Clinic of Middlebury, Vt., and Meadowbrook Equine of West Bridport, Vt., will host their 24th Annual Reproduction Workshop beginning the afternoon of Friday, March 30 and continuing for a full day on Saturday, March 31, 2012. Dr. Donald Hunt and Dr. Mary O’Donovan are skilled veterinary practitioners in equine reproduction and physiology. They will discuss managing the uses of lights, hormones, and
ultrasound in your breeding program, anatomy and physiology of the mare and stallion, embryo transfer, artificial insemination and foaling/neonatal care. Other topics discussed may include parasites, equine herpes virus (EHV), and colic. The topics covered by Dr. Josie Davis of the University of Vermont’s Equine Studies Program and Katie Ballard, Director of Research and Equine Program Coordinator at Miner Institute, will include updates on materials, techniques, and procedures for collecting, processing, and transporting fresh-cooled and frozen stallion semen. The staff of the UVM Morgan Horse Farm, Miner Institute
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Vice President Ken Logan (L) and President John Lampropoulos (R) present Clara McCool with the Junior Exhibitor Five-Gaited Championship awards.
we look forward to having more members participating. We also awarded our Good Sportsmanship trophies to two deserving individuals—these are voted on by the membership. The Adult Award went to Darlene DeBlois and the Junior Award was presented to Tyler Lampropoulos. A very special thanks goes out to Jamie Timmons for creating the Saddlebred centerpieces and then painting them with chalkboard paint. Each table was given chalk; this allowed
and the veterinarians will guide workshop participants through hands-on participation and demonstrations of ultrasound, teasing procedures, semen collection and processing, artificial insemination, and frozen semen handling. The important step of training the inexperienced stallion to the breeding phantom is also demonstrated.
The registration fee of $250 includes workshop materials and meals. Door prizes are awarded throughout the event. Spaces are limited to 25 participants. Call the UVM Morgan Horse Farm at 802-388-2011, or email uvm.morgans@uvm. edu for further information. To learn more about the UVM Morgan Horse Farm, visit www.uvm.edu/morgan.
everyone to be an artist that night with some very creative designs. One lucky person at each table was able to take their centerpiece home. New this year for TSASA will be the awarding of scholarships—we are hoping to present two $500 scholarships to TSASA members for their post-secondary education. Congratulations goes out to the those involved in the Octoberfest Horse Show, including its staff and volunteers, for earning the title of UPHA Chapter 14 Honor Show of the Year. To learn more about the Twin State American Saddlebred Association, becoming a member, scholarships, and the June 8-10 and October 25-28 horse shows, visit www.twinstate.org.
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he Twin State American Saddlebred Year-End Awards Banquet was held at the Puritan Restaurant in Manchester, N.H., on February 4, 2012. We had a wonderful turnout with the most people we have seen in years! The buffet was great with plenty of food for everyone. Prizes included jackets, director’s chairs, saddle pads, a whip, and gift certificates. The door prizes given out included a lifetime membership to the club won by Smith Westover, and stalls for the Twin State American Saddlebred Association (TSASA) shows. We also offered a “penny sale,” with donations from the members—items included a Breyer horse, leather Saddlebred bag, Saddlebred Rescue items, gift certificates, and the list goes on. It was very well received by everyone. This year was the first year that we offered Year-End Awards in the Academy division. We presented four different divisions from Adult to Leadline. With the growth of this program,
Careen DuBuc received awards in both the Amateur Three-Gaited Show Pleasure and Amateur Five-Gaited divisions. APRIL 2012
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he American Saddlebred Association of Maine (ASAM) has a national reputation of bringing some of the Kentucky blue blood atmosphere to their events. They did not disappoint when they held their annual banquet and awards gala on Saturday evening, February 4 at the Italian Heritage Center in Portland, Maine. The evening began with a social hour that included bacon wrapped scallops, vegetable and fruit platters, and an assortment of cheeses and crackers. The acclaimed silent auction began during the social hour. There were eighteen 8' tables with an incredible array of items for all ages available. When the silent auction closed down in the middle of the evening, the event had raised exactly $2,400. The dinner buffet of mostly Italian foods began at 6:00 p.m. and wrapped up with tiramisu just after 7:00 p.m. The awards portion of the evening began at 7:15 p.m. After recognizing the work of the Board of Directors, ASAM President Ricky Drew began the evening with the ASAM Hall of Fame (HOF) inductees. Drew inducted past president Sylvia Corbett. Bev Davis inducted the ASAM Vice President of six years, Theresa Guillemette. Sarah Wright Lettre’s two daughters, Lexi and Carly inducted their trainer/ instructor/mom. Ann Jones inducted longtime American Saddlebred owner and promoter Ann Lib Strout. Vicki Wyman inducted her mom, past President Madeline McLucas. Drew then inducted the only two horses entering the HOF this year, CH Northern Flame (Brent Berry) and Demonstrator’s Model (Rellon Cole). Then the new ASAM Best Dressed Awards were handed out. Erin McCluskey won Junior Best Dressed, sporting a fashionista-like short dress, while Kristen Chase Ricker brought home Senior Best Dressed for wearing an elegant floor length gown. Jonny Lettre won the new theme of supporting the Patriots the night before the Superbowl as he wore a uniform, beads, eye black and even dyed his hair the Patriots’ colors. The year-end champions and reserves were then crowned. For junior exhibitors, ASAM recognizes six placings. The club also honored those representing ASAM well at out of state competitions with blue and white ribbons. Drew also announced the Hall of Fame inductees for next year. They are: Melissa (Missy Hughes) Smith, Paulette Brim, and Annalisa Hall. Horses for next year’s inductions are still in the nomination process. Early indications from Missy and Annalisa are that they will both be
Ricky Drew presents Sylvia Corbett with her ASAM Hall of Fame plaque.
Bev Davis (L) and Ricky Drew (R) present Theresa Guillemette with her ASAM Hall of Fame plaque.
traveling back to Maine in January of 2013 to join Paulette Brim for their induction ceremonies. When Drew announced their names, people began texting and Facebook messaging the two instructors/trainers, who both make their homes in the Kansas City area now. That was their first indication of the honor. Brim is currently on the ASAM Board but they voted her into the Hall of Fame without her knowledge. People heard her gasp, “are you kidding me,” when she realized the honor. When asked about the huge success of the Sarah Wright Lettre, pictured with Carly and Lexi recent ASAM banquets and other events, Lettre, was inducted into ASAM’s Hall of Fame. Drew deflected all of the credit to the Board and membership of ASAM. The evening was ASAM Receives National festive thanks to the help of Margo Gerrish, Honor from ASHA Amanda Cady, Paulette Brim, Regan Grant, The American Saddlebred Association of Maine Dollie Hutchins, Judy Hansen-Childers, Pat has been named the American Saddlebred Horse LeClerc and Theresa Guillemette. Drew also Association (ASHA) Charter Club Award winner pointed out that the Summer Spectacular Show for 2011. ASAM President Ricky Drew was at had more volunteers this past summer than any the ASHA National Convention on February 17 other two shows combined in recent history. to accept the award on behalf of the club. This is ASAM looks to be healthy and strong. The club the second time in the last four years that ASAM runs four shows—the Long Horn Fun Festival has received this national recognition. Two (April 29), the Dunegrass Living Classic (May awards are given annually by ASHA recognizing 13), the Hollis Equestrian Park Benefit Show charter clubs for their work. ASAM is considered (June 24) and the ASAM Summer Spectacular to be a trailblazer on the national scene. Many (August 31 - September 2). If people support other charter clubs throughout the nation now these shows like they do the banquet gala, they look at the club’s programs for ideas on how to will be healthy and strong for a long time. make their own ones successful.
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committee for CMHS is pleased to once again offer a complete lineup of sport horse classes in working hunters, dressage and carriage driving. New this year is a division for Lippitt Morgans. “We are offering an In-Hand class, a Pleasure Driving class and a Pleasure Saddle class,” Johnna notes. “There will also be a High Point Lippitt Award. “These classes will be held on Saturday. In 2011, CMHS added an Hayley Porter and Ultras Proclamation at last year’s Academy division, which was very popular. Connecticut Morgan Horse Show. The Academy classes will be held Sunday attend the Belmont gathering in the main aisle of C morning. Exhibitors rave about the parties at CMHS Barn on Saturday afternoon. On Saturday evening, every year. “Tuesday is our move-in party. On CMHS is pleased to be inducting Comoshun’s Thursday night we have an ice cream social,” Avante into their Hall of Fame. “We’re offering a pancake breakfast for exhibJohnna says. “The Progressive Aisle Party and the Barn Olympics will be on Friday night again this itors on Sunday morning,” Johnna continues. “And there will be coffee and cake Sunday night year. They were very popular last year.” Saturday is a fun day with something for everyone. after classes.” The CMHS show committee invites everyone There will be a scavenger hunt and cupcake decorating for kids. The Belmont Stakes will be running to attend this year’s show. For more informaon Saturday, and exhibitors are encouraged to tion, visit www.ctmorgans.org.
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merican Saddlebred Horse Association (ASHA) members, youth, and guests gathered at the Griffin Gate Marriott Resort and Spa in Lexington, Ky., on Saturday, February 18, 2012 to enjoy the culminating event of the 2012 ASHA Convention & Youth Conference—the Saddlebred Gala. Included in the night’s festivities were acceptance speeches by the recipients of ASHA’s Annual Awards, several of whom were greeted with rousing ovations. Award winners included Lifetime Achievement Award recipient Dick Boettcher and Meritorious Service Award recipient Jimmy Robertson, among others. In other ASHA business leading up to Saturday night’s festivities, four new members of the Board of Directors were elected through balloting by the membership: Redd Crabtree of Kentucky, Randall Cates of Oklahoma, David B. Rudder of Kentucky, and Kenneth Wheeler of Virginia. Re-elected to the Board were Betsy
Mary Anne Cronan presents Jimmy Robertson with the ASHA Meritorious Service Award.
Victoria Gillenwater presents the Frank Ogletree 2012 Youth Award to recipient Drew Taylor Hewitt.
Boon of North Carolina and William Whitley of North Carolina. New Association Board officers were also elected.
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he 52nd Annual Connecticut Morgan Horse Show (CMHS) will be held June 7-10 at the Eastern States Coliseum in West Springfield, Mass. The show runs Thursday through Sunday. “Our horse show has something to offer everyone,” Show Manager Johnna Chenail of Killingworth, Conn., notes. “We changed our dates this year—the show runs Thursday through Sunday to encourage more junior exhibitors to participate. We also offer fun activities throughout the week that the entire family can enjoy.” John Hufferd of Roanoke, Ind., and Amanda DuPont of Port Matilda, Pa., will be officiating in the main ring. DuPont will also judge the Working Hunter division. Judith Dannemann of Madison, Conn., will be scoring dressage tests and Susan Koso of Topsfield, Mass., will be judging the Carriage division. Mickie Bowen of Unionville, Pa., is set to be the Carriage Technical Delegate. Judging begins Thursday morning with the in-hand classes, including the specialty ones. In addition to the regular classes, the show
The newly elected officers are as follows: President Tandy Patrick; First Vice President Redd Crabtree; Second Vice President Lisa Siderman; Secretary Betsy Boone; and Treasurer Carl Holden. The 2012 ASHA Executive Committee consists of the newly elected officers, as well as former President Judy Werner, and former and current Board members Dr. Margaret McNeese, Bob Funkhouser, and Germaine Johnson. For more information on the ASHA and their Convention, visit www.asha.net. APRIL 2012
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The ECDHA Plow Match will take place April 14 at UConn in Storrs, Conn.
EASTERN CONNECTICUT DRAFT HORSE ASSOCIATION will hold their annual Plow Match and Obstacle Competitions at the University of Connecticut, Storrs campus on April 14, 2012. Classes will include Men’s and Women’s Walking and Sulky Plowing, Multiple Hitch, a Junior class, and obstacle courses for teams and singles. Plow judges will be Peg and Dan Dockham of Gilmanton, N.H., and the obstacle judge is Brad Downs. Entry fees are $15 per teamster. Ribbons will be awarded for each class, high points will be awarded in each division, and a Teamster of the Day Award will be given to the overall high point winner. The competition begins at 9:00 a.m. sharp. Valid coggins and rabies certificates are required of all equines in attendance. For more information, visit www.easternCTdrafthorse.com or call Dale Naegeli, Plow Match Chairman, at 860-742-7117.
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THE CONNECTICUT VALLEY DRIVING CLUB is announcing a Spring Clinic with Larry Poulin on Saturday, April 14, 2012 at High Hopes Therapeutic Riding Center in Lyme, Conn. Larry Poulin has had a highly decorated career as a carriage driver. Included on his resume, he was eighttime winner of the USET Pairs Championship, and was the highest-placed American driver as a member of the USET pairs squad at the World Championships in 1985, 1987 and 1989. A graduate from Southern Maine Technical College with a degree in electronics, Poulin is currently operating his own training stable in Petersham, Mass., and conducting carriage driving clinics nationwide. For more information about the clinic, visit the club’s website at www.cvdrivingclub.com. THE AMERICAN DRIVING SOCIETY (ADS) reports the very sad news of the passing of longtime member and supporter, Elsa Mikkelsen, on February 8, 2012. Mikkelsen, also a valued supporter of the American Hackney Horse Society, had continued riding and driving her Hackney Horse, CH Halstead Vibrance, to the age of 93, and had hopes of continuing to show this year. An inspiration to many equestrians in both disciplines, she will be greatly missed and fondly remembered. She was 94 years old.
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LAUREN REECE, manager of the Carriage division at the Maine Morgan Horse Show (MMHS), reports that this year’s event will feature an All-Breed Carriage
division, to be held July 6 and 7 at the Deerfield Fairgrounds in Deerfield, N.H. The division is recognized by both the American Driving Society and licensed by the United States Equestrian Federation. Horses and ponies may compete in Limit and Open classes that include Dressage, Working, Super Reinsmanship, Turn Out, Timed Obstacles, Pick Your Route, Arena Obstacles, Carriage Dog and Pleasure Drive Pace. High point entries in each division will receive special recognition. This is an exciting opportunity for
New England carriage drivers to compete in a local pleasure show. Susan Koso is slated to be the judge and Phillip Ferro will be the technical delegate. The MMHS is looking for volunteers for this event. Class sponsorships are also available. Contact Lauren Reece for the prize list, additional show information, or to volunteer, at reece182@ aol.com, or visit the MMHS website at www. memorgan.com.
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AND IN INTERNATIONAL NEWS, BOYD EXELL recently made history in the FEI World Cup Driving Final at Bordeaux by earning top honors in the competition for the fourth time in a row. Ijsbrand Chardon followed in second place by putting down two clear rounds with his team of Lipizzaners. Send your driving news to cedarknollfarm@gmail.com.
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or the second year in a row, the ‘Salute to Driving’ weekend benefit hosted a beautiful Dinner and Live Auction on Saturday, February 18, 2012, for the benefit of the United States Equestrian Team Foundation to help support the USEF High Performance Combined Driving programs. The successful evening was held at Wendy O’Brien’s beautiful Trout Walk Farm in Aiken, S.C. The event raised funds for the USET Foundation, which will help train the best drivers and equines to represent the U.S. in World Driving Championships with the goal of bringing home both team and individual medals. The dinner began at 6:30 p.m., and during the evening’s live auction, Lisa Singer and Wendy O’Brien at the 2012 attendees bid on auction items which Salute to Driving Benefit. included lessons with top driver Michael Freund in Florida, and Chester Weber Chateau Log and Courage to Lead Farms. The during the 2012 Live Oak driving event, a clinics continued Sunday, and throughout the dinner for six presented by Jack Wetzel at course of the weekend, there were other special his newly restored 1780s log cabin in Aiken, events that included a hazard demonstration a week-long vacation in a four bedroom and clinic, harnessing demonstrations, and a Victorian home on Block Island in Rhode carriage exhibit. An additional highlight on Island, a picnic supper for 20 people at Wendy Sunday was the Driving Blind Cones activity O’Brien’s Trout Walk Farm hosted by the with golf carts, where participants truly learned bronze medal winning team from the Pony the importance of the navigator. Finally, on Monday, February 20, Salute to World Driving Championships, and a ride on a coach with the Four-in-Hand Club with lunch Driving wrapped up with the thrilling combined in the Audubon Nature Preserve. In addition test competition, and a “Dressage by the Side” to the live auction, a silent auction featuring clinic conducted by Nancy Tomlinson. During 30 quality items was held throughout the day lunch, attendees experienced a part of history on Saturday, and came to a close following when Raymond Tuckwiller of West Virginia gave a Coaching Horn demonstration in the dinner. “My sincere thanks go to the most enthu- full coachman’s livery. The final event was a siastic organizing committee, headed up by wonderful Pas de Deux dressage demonstraBev Lesher, Lisa Singer, Wendy O’Brien, and tion featuring Shelly Temple driving “Cooper,” Jack Wetzel. Their energy and commitment and Suzy Stafford driving “Roz,” to some lively to raising awareness and funds to help the disco music. “The general consensus that came back High Performance Driving programs is truly appreciated,” said USET Foundation Executive from everyone confirmed it was a very enjoyable three-day fundraising event,” remarked Director Bonnie B. Jenkins. In addition to the dinner and live auction, Assistant Chairman Bev Lesher. “A lot of Salute to Driving featured multiple driving people walked away with new information clinics with some of the world’s top trainers, about the driving discipline, and in some and a combined test competition for those instances a better understanding of their own ranked in Preliminary through Advanced equines. There was wonderful participation in level on Monday, February 20. The weekend all of the events, and once again we had fun helped to raise awareness and educate different while raising funds for the USET Foundation audiences about the discipline of driving. and the discipline of driving.” For more information about Salute The exciting festivities kicked off Saturday morning with clinics by Tjreed Velstra of the to Driving, please visit www.salute Netherlands and Hardy Zantke of California at todriving.com.
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assachusetts Carriage and Driving Society (MCDS) held its annual meeting on Sunday, January 29, 2012 at the Bolton Road House Bar & Grill in Bolton, Mass. There were many topics to discuss, including a vote to nominate new officers for 2012. Kate Bushman and Kelly Pesek will be co-presidents of the club, Jack Guswa will be treasurer, Ginny Halfpenny will remain vice president, and Laura Smith will remain secretary. The biggest discussion revolved around a possible merging with Rhode Island Driving Club (RIDC). There will be a subcommittee from both MCDS and RIDC to discuss the pros and cons of forming a merged club with a new name and charter. The subcommittee will write up all findings and mail them with a ballot to all members. If anyone has any feedback, please contact Kate Bushman at kate4055@yahoo.com or Mug Tomany at mtomany@sbcglobal.net. MCDS will also hold a series of events this year. The first is the annual Arena Driving Trial Fun Day, which will be held at Highland Hill Farm in Berlin, Mass., on Saturday, April 28, 2012. Andy Marcoux will be the judge/ clinician this year. Contact Ginny Halfpenny at Ginhalf@charter.net or call 978-838-0362 for more information. In June, the club is planning an overnight pleasure drive at Waterville Stables in Winchendon State Park, located in Winchendon, Mass. The date is still to be decided. On July 20, 2012 the club will participate in a pleasure ride and drive with brunch at Tyrone Farm in Pomfret, Conn. August 18-19, 2012 will bring the “Race of the Century,” a living history presentation at the Collings Museum in Stow, Mass. MCDS members will represent the age of horsedrawn transportation. On September 23, 2012, the club will hold an American Scurry Challenge at the Dickson Rings in Weston, Mass. And lastly, October 27, 2012 will be the joint Halloween Fun Drive with RIDC at Sunset View Camping Area in Monson, Mass. MCDS is now online. To view updates of scheduled events, visit www.sites.google.com/ site/mcdsonline. You can also find MCDS on Facebook. APRIL 2012
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heGreenMountainHorseAssociation, located in South Woodstock, Vt., is gearing up for another great season of carriage driving competition and educational opportunities. First up will be the Spring Two-Phase and Arena Driving Trial on May 12-13. Saturday’s two-phase will include dressage and cones competition for the Training, Preliminary, Intermediate, and Advanced levels. The Saturday night Competitor’s Party, always a great time, will be held at the GMHA Youth Center at 6:00 p.m. Sunday’s Arena Driving Trial will include dressage, cones, and arena hazards competition for Training, Preliminary, and Intermediate competitors. Volunteers are needed for this event. It is a great way to support the sport, or to learn more about carriage driving. Also on the calendar, the Fall Driving Classic is reclaiming its weekend dates this year, after spending two seasons on Labor Day Monday and a cancellation last year due to Tropical Storm Irene. This year, the Classic will be held September 8-9, 2012. GMHA is excited to run the expanded class offerings that were planned
for 2011. Saturday’s competition will include pleasure classes, reinsmanship, and a variety of obstacles classes. On Sunday, drivers can choose between a combined test, or a continuous event, both offered at Training, Preliminary, and Intermediate levels.
Education Abound
GMHA will once again host Wheel Runners, their monthly lesson series with Robin Groves. Wheel Runners provides a rare and affordable opportunity to train in a group Veteran competitors Sue Rogers and Noble lesson setting at GMHA’s fantastic facility, Gesture zip through the arena hazards at GMHA’s with one of the top singles drivers in the U.S. 2011 Arena Driving Trial. This is a great way to tune yourself and your horse up for your next competition, or to give dressage competitor, trainer, and judge. Clinic your green horses a valuable “away” experience. participants can choose between a 45-minute The Association has also added a Driving private dressage lesson, or a “Fix-a-Test” session. Clinic to the 2012 calendar. On June 18, Sara The “Fix-a-Test” format (drive a test, receive Schmitt will be offering two great educational feedback and instruction, then drive the test options for drivers. Schmitt, who has repre- again) gives invaluable insight into what judges sented the U.S. on the Combined Driving are looking for—this is a great way to tune up Single Pony Team on multiple occasions and has before your next competition! For more information, visit www.gmhainc. several national championships to her credit, is also a combined driving judge. Her driving org or contact Karey Waters at karey@gmhainc. experience is enhanced by over 25 years as a org or call 802-457-1509.
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ore than 60 people gathered at the Verody Fire House in Latham, N.Y., on Saturday, February 18, 2012 for yet another spectacular conference sponsored by the Saratoga Driving Association (SDA). The day’s events began at 9:00 a.m. with an introduction of Nonie Van Son by SDA’s President Carol Frank. Nonie began her topic of maintaining the sport horse with massage and core exercises and discussed what it takes to keep these equines in top condition. “Tight muscles are not strong muscles—what we want for our horses is their best performance,”
she said. Nonie showed the audience a few exercises for rounding and stretching our equine partners. More information on this topic is featured in the February 2012 issue of the American Driving Society’s magazine, Whip, written by the author and Bill Broe. Next up was Jeff Morse and Marc Johnson who discussed the change process of the American Driving Society (ADS) rules. Jeff discussed the pleasure driving rule changes while Marc discussed the changes in the combined driving event (CDE) rules. One of the big changes for CDEs is that Training and Preliminary levels can now continued on page 138
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Barre Riding & Driving Club 2012 Schedule April 7: Shot Clinic (Contact: Chris Stymiest, csmith3309@hotmail.com)
May 5: Spring Trail Ride at Felton Field - Barre, MA (Contact: Margo Petracone, 978-621-9812, WESTWINDFM@aol.com)
May 19: Getting to Know You Picnic
July 22: Show Series NEECA July (TBA): Memberâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Ride August 5: Show Series WPC August 19: Show Series AVPC September 9: Gymkhana, 10:00 a.m. (Contact: Tanya Coran, 508-397-5429,
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October: Dental Clinic
May 28: Memorial Day Parade - Barre, MA June 10: BRDC Fun Show, 10:00 a.m. (Contact: Michelle, eclipseranch@yahoo.com)
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October 6 & 7: Fall Trail Ride at Felton Field - Barre, MA (Contact: Margo Petracone, 978-621-9812, WESTWINDFM@aol.com)
October 19: Show Banquet
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November 2: Thank You Party
June 24: Barre Scholarship Show
December 1: Christmas Parade - Barre, MA
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olonial Carriage & Driving Society (CCDS) celebrated another successful year of carriage driving activities in the Berkshires on February 11 at Crissey Farm in Great Barrington, Mass. Fifty-five members and guests enjoyed the cocktail hour while keeping an eye on their silent auction bids, followed by a buffet dinner. Co-president Harvey Waller conducted the business meeting, which included the election of officers and a review of the events of 2011. The following slate of officers was approved for 2012: Harvey Waller and Maureen Gamelli, co-presidents; Sue Brennan, secretary; Mary Stokes Waller, programs; and Kay Konove, membership. The Board of Directors, whose terms expire in 2015, are John Frost, Jim Leahey, Tjasa Sprague, Jeannette Rotondo, and John Yale. Harvey mentioned a few new projects that were undertaken last year, including a calendar featuring photos of club members and events in 2012 and a docent training program for the Orleton Farm carriage collection. He also noted the very successful Spring Seminar that takes place in April. A report on membership showed that totals are ahead of last year, but those who have not renewed should do so right away! The club is looking for volunteers for the Pleasure Driving Show in June and some energetic people to help with Summer Fun Day in July. The Lenox Tub Parade in September is another one of the club’s special events. Marilee Wagner is now the club archivist, so please send her any photos or articles that appear about you driving in your local newspaper or a magazine. Harvey thanked all the volunteers and participants of the club, including the Board of Directors. At a Board meeting in January, everyone agreed that the club is fulfilling its mission to develop and further the art of driving for pleasure, and to offer instruction and
(Above) Harvey Waller and Maureen Gamelli were re-elected as co-presidents for 2012. (Left) Kay Konove was re-elected as membership coordinator.
information on carriage driving. Stay tuned for some new developments in 2012! One of the highlights of the evening was the presentation by Jim Leahey of the Sam Greenfield Award for Outstanding Service to Harvey and Mary Stokes Waller. The club is grateful for the generous hospitality of the Wallers for making Orleton Farm the “home” of CCDS activities for many years. Rikke Borge provided the entertainment for the night, displaying her talents as auctioneer for the live auction. The club raised significant funds thanks to the generosity of the members who donated items and to the support of the enthusiastic bidders. Many thanks to Maureen Gamelli for organizing the banquet. The auction committee—Sue Brennan, Laura Corsun, Kay Konove, Carol Terry, and Marilee Wagner—did a great job putting together the silent and live auctions. Jeannette Rotondo was the official greeter at registration. As always, the team effort of Colonial Carriage members resulted in a most enjoyable and successful event. For more information, visit www.colonialcarriage.org.
walk between obstacles. Kraig Kulikowski then talked about dentistry for the performance horse. His assistant, Boney the Pony, demonstrated many of the points that Kraig discussed. He showed slides of mouth/teeth malformations and how they were corrected. He also demonstrated on Boney the Pony how to float a horse’s teeth by using different blades to file the points down (inside edge of lower teeth; outside edge of upper teeth). If the mouth is not healthy, the digestive track is not healthy, and therefore, the horse is not healthy. Dana Bright talked about finding a more productive approach to driven dressage. Her presentation had wonderful pictures depicting proper gaits, contact, etc. She talked in depth about the dressage training scale, and the three P’s for putting you on the right track: pace, position and posture. Holly Pulsifer presented lovely pictures on how to build teams of event volunteers who will not necessarily turn into competitors. Many people in the room were organizers of events (pleasure shows and CDEs) and one of the main concerns for many was that we never have enough qualified volunteers. Holly gave us a lot of things to think about, such as giving all the prospective volunteers a list of jobs available for each event and what is required of them. Holly started organizing events in 1975 so she came prepared with her years of experience. The open forum was the last topic of the day. Each of the panel members talked about how they got involved in the sport, any issues they had on the ADS rule changes or suggestions they had on driving in general. Susan Koso, Holly Pulsifer, Marc Johnson, Dana Bright, and Jeff Morse captivated the audience with their stories and suggestions on where we should go from here. A huge thanks goes to Glen Van Oort for helping make SDA’s raffle a success. Thanks also goes to everyone who brought items for the raffle table, and those who bought tickets, as well as Carol Frank, Joan and Gina Handy, Joanne Cholakis, Beth Corteville, Eileen Van Oort, and the myriad of other members who had a hand in making this event a success. To all the people who attended this year’s conference, thank you for the wonderful questions asked to each of our presenters. We are all looking forward to our many events this year with clinics by Larry Poulin, Jeff Morse, our Pleasure Show/Continuous Driving Event at Lindenwald on August 5 and our Fall Horse Driving Trial at Akers Acres on October 7. For information on SDA events, visit www.saratogadriving.com.
Heads Up By Lauren Bousquet
Arabian news compete in Freedom Hall. She did not bring home a prize but her dream was fulfilled, and she was equally excited because Patrick Swayze was in the exercise ring with Lane-Caron and Tony. Biercz passed away shortly after that trip.
Cheryl Lane-Caron and SL Count Anthony+/. HOLLY DILLIN of Western Cross Arabians in Weatherford, Texas, has sent Patrick and Heidi Corrigan a beautiful 3-year-old three-quarter Arabian mare for western pleasure training. The mare is an Ali Jamaal granddaughter. Patrick is very excited about getting this beautiful mare into the show ring.
THE BERLIN & COOS COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETY (BCCHS) is hosting an event in Berlin, N.H., on September 15, 2012. It is titled the Maynesboro Stud Memorial Ride. It will consist of a 50-mile endurance ride, 25-mile endurance ride and 10- to 12-mile pleasure ride. This celebrates the 100th anniversary of the establishment of the Maynesboro Stud by William Robinson Brown. From 1912 to 1932, Brown was the leading breeder of Arabian horses in the United States. Along with buying Arabians from other owners in the U.S., Brown imported 33 Arabians from Egypt, France, and England and from these bred 194 horses. BCCHS already knew that Brown bred Arabians, but did not know how relevant this was in the horse industry until it was brought to their attention by Kim Fortune of Warner, N.H., in August, 2011. Kim bred a fifth generation Maynesboro foal and realized that 2012 was 100th anniversary of Brown’s stud farm. BCCHS will make this an educational event by teaching classes at the local high school and creating exhibits for the local arts center. The horses will be riding by the High School Athletic Field as part of the homecoming festivities. THE ARABIAN HORSE ASSOCIATION OF NEW ENGLAND (AHANE) recently held their Annual Awards Banquet and Meeting luncheon at the Publick House in Sturbridge, Mass. The banquet started with a fire alarm going off, causing everyone in the building to evacuate to the
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Equitation Champion Gracie Artioli, Reserve Champion Lauren Bousquet, third place recipient Ashley Hinckley, and fourth place recipient Penny Peck, DVM.
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THE ARABIAN COMMUNITY lost one of its great Crabbet stallions, SL Count Anthony+/, on February 5, 2012. “Tony” was a familiar figure in center ring at all of the Arabian shows throughout the Northeast from 1984 through 1997 with his exclusive rider, Cheryl Lane-Caron. His last competition was the AHANE show in 1997, where he took first place in Purebred Hunter Pleasure and then was retired to acres of green grass and rolling fields, until his passing just shy of his 32nd birthday. It was all in the family, as Tony’s dam, *Cheran, was imported from England and sire, Count Felix, was bred by Sandra Lane, owned by Ronald and Barbara Biercz (Sandra’s sister) and trained and shown by Lane-Caron. He garnered numerous regional honors in Purebred Western Pleasure, Sidesaddle and Hunter Pleasure with many blue ribbons in Show Hack and Costume. Biercz, who was an accomplished breeder/competitor in the Standard Poodle circle, was diagnosed with cancer and her only dream was to see her horse shown at U.S. Nationals. The trek was made in 1988 to Louisville to compete in the Open Sidesaddle division. Although she was very ill and couldn’t leave the hotel each day to go to the show grounds, she did get to see her horse
ASH LANE FARM has sold three of their babies to homes where they are sure to be able to reach their full potential. Their Irish Sport Horse/ Arabian yearling, ALF Cross My Heart, was purchased by Jackie Gilbert in New Hampshire to be trained for eventing. Her full sister, ALF Bakken Bonanza, was sold to Betsy Johnson of Barre, Mass., to be trained in the hunter/jumper discipline. These two babies are by Ash Lane Farm’s stallion Ganesh and are blessed with his sweet personality. Just recently their Holsteiner/Arabian filly, ALF Rubicon, by Riverman was purchased by Kristal Tremblay and moved to her farm in New Hampshire to be trained in dressage. Ash Lane Farm also just learned that their Holsteiner/Arabian gelding, ALF Reiner, was awarded USEF National Champion Horse of the Year in Half-Arabian Third Level Dressage, Reserve National Champion Horse of the Year in Third Level Dressage Amateur, Regional Champion in Third Level Dressage, Regional Champion Third Level Dressage Amateur, and Reserve Champion Half-Arabian Sport Horse. The farm is very proud of him and his rider Sarah Newton, DVM. The farm’s filly, ALF Navarre, who had won National Champion Two-Year-Old Sport Horse at Arabian Sport Horse Nationals two years ago, was sold to a woman in Georgia. She was recently purchased back by Ash Lane Farm and is being
trained in dressage. They are very excited about having her back and watching her progress.
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t’s the first show of the season! Owners, riders, and fans of Arabian and HalfArabian horses from throughout the Northeast will meet at the New York State Fairgrounds from Friday, May 4 through Sunday, May 6, 2012 to see them perform at the 40th Annual All-Arabian Spring Show, sponsored by the Empire State Arabian Horse Association. This family-friendly show offers free admission and free parking. The Arabian horse is one of the world’s oldest breeds and is the ancestor of many of today’s modern breeds, including the Thoroughbred and the Quarter Horse. Its admirers say the Arabian is also the world’s most beautiful horse, with huge dark eyes, a tiny muzzle, and a signature high tail carriage. As riding and driving horses, they can do everything. They’re wonderful for children and teens. At the Empire Show, equines and their riders will compete for a chance to move up to regional and national competitions in a host of different divisions: Western Pleasure, Trail, Hunter Pleasure, Native Costume, English Pleasure, Side Saddle, Driving, Dressage, Halter, and Sport Horse In-Hand and Under Saddle. Competitors will include top riders and trainers, as well as children on horses with leadlines, seasoned teens and adults, and amateurs 40 and older. The show is “A” rated by the United States Equestrian Federation in all divisions and is also recognized by the Arabian Horse Association and the United States Dressage Federation. Classes in the Sport Horse division will be held on Friday, and those in the Dressage division will take place on Saturday. Both of these divisions have surged in popularity because so many amateurs, including amateur/owners, enjoy being able to compete and get individual feedback on each performance. The judge in these divisions will be Pamela Wooding of Hope, N.J. This year’s show will include open schooling classes for English, western, and hunter horses. In these, the classes will be called as usual, but no winners will be selected. Riders do not have to wear full show apparel. It’s a great chance to expose young and green horses to the show ring in a huge indoor coliseum. Also making their debut this year will be a Western Horsemanship class for adults 18 years and
Kathy Troxler and To Jackofdiamonds+ placed first in Arabian Western Pleasure Amateur to ride and went on to win the 2011 region 16 Championship as a trail horse.
older and a Showmanship class for adult amateurs 18 and over. Arabian horses were originally bred for endurance, courage, and the good manners to share tents in the desert with the families of their owners. They are still a gentle, peopleoriented breed. Visitors will enjoy being able to see the horses in the barns in addition to watching them in the show ring. To add to the fun, even if it rains—which is never unusual in Syracuse in the spring—there will be a free welcome party on Thursday evening and a free exhibitors’ party on Saturday night. Club member Kim Cusick is also arranging non-riding activities for the younger brothers and sisters of exhibitors. Classes begin at 8:00 a.m. daily and continue into the evening. Most competitions will be in the Coliseum, although dressage will be held in the Country Max Race Arena. Sport Horse In-Hand classes will be held under cover in the Coliseum warm-up ring. Any questions can be addressed to Show Manager Gaylon Medley, who can be contacted at 315-626-6790. Entries close April 9. Entry forms and more information are available online at www. empirearabian.org.
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parking lot while the fire crews came to inspect. After a minor mishap that lasted only 10 minutes or so, everyone was allowed back in and the festivities finally began. A fantastic lunch was served and everyone was pleased with the food choice they picked. After lunch, the awards were announced and the members got up to receive their awards and to get their pictures taken either individually or as a group per division. Everyone had a great time and enjoyed conversing about the prior year and the excitement for the next year’s show season. The Arabian Horse Association of New England has recently announced that every new club member that joins now until June 30 will receive a free class at their Annual Big Money Show! Visit www.ahane.org for more information. The ArAbiAn horse Club of ConneCTiCuT is holding a schooling show at Ray Of Light Farm in East Haddam, Conn., on April 15, 2012 and another one on November 4, 2012. Visit www.arabianhorseclubofconnecticut.org for more information. The club recently held their Annual Awards Banquet and Meeting at Maneeley’s Banquet and Catering Hall in South Windsor, Conn., on January 29, 2012. This was the first time they had ever held the event there and the feedback from all the guests and members was that they loved the locale and the atmosphere put forth from the hall itself. Everyone enjoyed a buffet style brunch with breakfast food items as well as lunch selections; they even offered a punch fountain for all of the guests to enjoy. The awards were handed out first for the schooling show award recipients, and then moving on to the regional “A” show award recipients, finally ending with the Region 16 year-end award recipients, which were presented by Walter Misco, Region 16’s Director, and his wife Linda. Send your Arabian news to Lauren at leb92884@gmail.com.
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QuarterHorse news
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Dan Carlson and Are You Charlie (shown here at the 2009 AQHA World Championships) received the Amateur Horsemanship Championship Award at the MassQHA Banquet. of the Banquet Basket Raffle.
Robert Lowell and Honest Answer. CONGRATULATIONS TO ROBERT LOWELL on his purchase of Honest Answer, a beautiful AQHA mare. Rob and his wife Bonnie, are planning to breed “Ava” to Congress Champion Only Blue Sky this spring for a 2013 foal. Best of luck to the Lowells with their new addition and future new addition! POWDER BROOK FARM would like to congratulate all of their exhibitors from the Florida winter circuits. Allegra Walters and Bens Chocolate Chip were victors in Gold Coast Youth Trail and were 14-18 Showmanship Circuit Champion, Gulf Coast 14-18 Horsemanship Circuit Champion, Youth Trail Reserve Circuit Champion, Fox Lea Farm Youth Trail Circuit Champion and Senior Trail Circuit Champion (with Gene Spagnola). Courtney Scannell and BD Johnny won the Fox Lea Farm High Point Amateur English Horse Award. Gene Spagnola and Willys So Good took home top honors in the the Fox Lea Farm Junior Trail Circuit Championship and the Gulf Coast Junior Trail Reserve Circuit Championship. Johnna Letchworth and Izzy A Jack Bar won the Gulf Coast Amateur Horsemanship Circuit Champion Award, which they tied for with Maggie Fortune, and the Gold Coast Amateur Horsemanship Circuit Championship. Katie Kopf and Zip It By Me were named the Gulf Coast Novice Amateur
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Western Riding Circuit Champions. Kelsey Urban and Radical McCue went home as the 14-18 Hunt Seat Equitation class winners. Lisa Mazurka and Pine Chexed were multiple point earners in Amateur Trail and Showmanship. Maggie Fortune and Fantastic Invitation took the Gulf Coast Amateur Horsemanship Circuit Championship, which they tied for with Johnna Letchworth. Megan Harris and Lope N By Example won the Fox Lea Farm All Around Amateur and Circuit Champion awards in Showmanship and Trail. Sue Kaplow and Quality Art were awarded the Fox Lea Farm Select Hunter Under Saddle Circuit Championship. And lastly, Tianna Powers and Bring It On Big Boy took home the Fox Lea Farm Amateur Horsemanship Circuit Championship. THE MASSACHUSETTS QUARTER HORSE ASSOCIATION (MassQHA) held its annual Banquet of Champions on Saturday, January 20 at the Bull Run Restaurant in Shirley, Mass. A big thank you goes to Jim “Jimbo” Craven, Debra Ann Mayer, and Paul Valencourt for providing the entertainment. The MassQHA 2012 Royal Court Princess, Sarah Messing, and Queen, Emily Messing, presented great prizes and ribbons to all the 2011 winners. The club thanks Jackie Hughes for coordinating the awards. Lisa Rosner, the MassQHA Points Chair, was honored with the President’s Award. Congratulations to Cathy and Toby Tyler, winners
DAN CARLSON of Sheffield, Mass., who is also based out of Powder Brook Farm, was in attendance at the MassQHA Banquet. He and Are You Charlie received the championship title in Amateur Horsemanship and took home reserve honors in Amateur All-Around. CYNTHIA AMBROSEY of Monroe, Conn., another Powder Brook rider, took home a third place and a fifth place in Green Trail for her efforts aboard Willys So Good and Bens Chocolate Chip, respectively. MASSQHYA YOUTH ADVISOR MARGE TANNER presented recognition awards to the youth members for special acknowledgement of their contributions to the club. The youth members held their silent auction at the banquet and raised about $500. They are now planning the 2012 MassQHYA Ad Booklet. Last year’s booklet was seen by many people. To place an ad in the 2012 booklet, contact one of the MassQHYA youth members. The 2012 MassQHYA officers include President Alyssa Freitas; First Vice President Jessica Stepanek; Second Vice President Amanda Putney; Secretary Olivia Cundari; Treasurer Rylee Desmarais; Reporter Marykate Mahassel; and Board of Directors members Morgan Stevens, Macy Sauliner, Kelsey Brooks, and Katie O’Connell. If you have any Quarter Horse news or photos to share, email Tina Karlen at klkarlen@karlprod.com.
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NRCHA World Championship Show Features Fierce competition
Non Pro Bridle
Murray Thompson and the veteran cow horse Smart Time Tuck won the National Reined Cow Horse Association Non Pro Bridle World Championship with a score of 435.5. It was Thompson’s first and “Zip’s” second as he won the Open Bridle title in 2003. “I didn’t really have as good of a year as I had wanted, but we did OK and got a check at the four big shows for the first time. We didn’t win any, so this was a great way to top off the year,” Thompson said. Only a half-point behind with the reserve championship was Todd Thieszen of McCook, Neb. He rode his horse, Shinerbock Nic, to win $3,684 and other great prizes.
Open Bridle
When Jay McLaughlin qualified Shiney Sushi for the Open Bridle finals, he and owner Carol
Rose made a decision: if the 7-year-old cow horse won the World Championship, she would be retired. On Saturday, February 4, the flashy palomino mare left the show pen for the last time. She bested the field, which included some of the most prolific equine athletes in the industry by 2.5 points with a 436. For McLaughlin, of Gainesville, Texas, the win proved what he and Rose had never doubted—the mare was born to be a champion. “She’s freaky talented. She’s been easy to train and show—she’s just always had bad draws,” he said, explaining how “Sushi,” who now boasts over $60,000 in NRCHA earnings, didn’t have a major title to her name. He added that she was also injured after winning the Open Reserve Championship at the NRCHA Stakes in 2009, which resulted in a year off. “Now she does have a title and she can retire and be a broodmare,” he said. Justin Warneke and Heza Diamond Spark took reserve honors in the Open Bridle with a score of 433.5. The win added $6,485 to the Diamond J Star stallion’s lifetime earnings, which exceed $70,000.
Open Hackamore
Lyn Anderson and Tuckers Smart Cat began the National Reined Cow Horse Association Celebration of Champions with an Open Reserve Championship in the Circle Y Ranch Derby. Less than a week later, they claimed the NRCHA Open Hackamore World Championship. “He’s an amazing athlete,” Anderson, of Madera, Calif., said. Zane Davis and Reymanator and Jeremy
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he National Reined Cow Horse Association (NRCHA) World Championship Show, held as part of the NRCHA Celebration of Champions, took place from January 28 to February 5 at the First Community Credit Union Spur Arena in San Angelo, Texas. Now in its 62nd year, The NRCHA is the governing body of cow horse competition and is responsible for promoting the sport, ensuring high standards of competition, and educating members and the public about the history and tradition of the cow horse. The competition was fierce at this year’s World Championship Show, where many horses and riders fought for top spots throughout several different divisions.
Non Pro Bridle World Champions Murray Thomspon and Smart Time Tuck.
Meador and Smart Remedy Olena tied for the Open Hackamore Reserve World Championship. Each finished with a score of 438.5, and took home $6,117.
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Ask almost any accomplished trainer what it takes to make a dream a reality. Most will answer that it’s sweat, hard work, and determination. Waylon Widler of Burneyville, Okla., apparently has all the ingredients. Two years ago he won the National Reined Cow Horse Association Youth Limited World Championship, and on Saturday, February 4, he returned to the Spur Arena in San Angelo to reclaim the title. “He is the hardest working and most dedicated 13-year-old around,” Patty Ralls, wife of Widler’s trainer Ron Ralls, shared. “He’d stay with us this summer and get up at 4:00 a.m. every morning to ride his horse with us and get better. He’s very determined.” Widler and Hesa Especially Foru marked a 215.5 in the rein work and 216 in the cow work. “He was a lot better than yesterday. During the preliminaries we had some bobbles,” he explained. “Today was really smooth and he was calm. ‘W’ (Hesa Especially Foru) has a little bit of an attitude and does what he wants to sometimes, but today he let me make those decisions.” Kelly Valdez and Smart Tic Tack won the Youth Limited Reserve Championship with a 429.
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Winning world championships runs in the Valdez family. On Thursday, February 2, Betty Lou Valdez took home the National Reined Cow Horse Association Non Pro Two Rein Championship. Two days later, daughter Kelly took the Non Pro Limited world title. Valdez was riding Smart Tic Tack, and piloted the 9-year-old mare to a 216.5 in the rein work and a 222 in the cow work for a total score of 438.5. “It feels really good to win a World continued on page 144 APRIL 2012
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smiles and scrumptious food. If you’re new to this sport, and are wondering what you’ll be learning at a ranch sorting clinic, here are a few guidelines: First off, you will learn what ranch sorting is (how it is ‘played’). Some basics covered will be how to track a cow by learning its pressure points and how cattle move; how to be effective in the ‘hole’ during ranch sorting; how to stop ‘trash’ (an unwanted number of cows) from disqualifying your run; how to make an effective cut; and the importance of communication between teammates during a ride. Good communication and slowly building your skills are the foundation of learning this game. If you’ve been on the fence about working with cattle, now is the time to check out this exciting sport. There will also be a practice for all club members and clinic participants following the clinic at 3:30 p.m. The next day will be a Jackpot Ranch Sorting, open to all members. If you come
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Championship. I’ve been waiting a long time to do well here in San Angelo and it’s finally happened,” Valdez said. “It’s really cool because my mom did so well too. There was some pressure on me, and I was happy I did well.” Valdez, of La Junta, Colo., gave a lot of credit to her mare. “We worked her last night and this morning, and she was good all day. When I went in she did her job. We got a cow that was kind of wild, but she stayed with him.” 144
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Non Pro Karey Franz dominated the competition at the 2011 National Reined Cow Horse Association World Championship Show. She and her horse, Nics Long Pants, won their first NRCHA World Championship by nine points! “He felt pretty good. He really came through in the reining,” Franz said of Nics Long Pants’ 217.5 rein work score. That rein work was followed with a 215 in the cow work. “I was really struggling this week in the cow work. That’s pretty weird for me—usually the rein work is harder. I was just glad to have clean cow work.” Franz noted that the struggle was a mental one. “I’m about 10 weeks pregnant, so maybe that had something to do with it. Regardless, it felt good today,” she said. Tish Wilhite and The Fresno Fox finished as the reserve champions with a 423.5. For more information on the NRCHA World Championship Show, visit www.nrcha.com. APRIL 2012
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he month of April brings the first of many clinics for 2012 with Central Maine Team Penning Association (CMTPA). The club is excited to announce that there will be a Novice Ranch Sorting Clinic on April 28, 2012. This event will be held at their gorgeous penning and sorting facility, Maple Lane Farm, in Charleston, Maine. The clinic, which will start at 9:30 a.m. and will run through 2:30 p.m., is open to any riding level. Whether you and your horse have never worked a cow, or you have been working cows for a while and you just want a spring refresher, you are sure to have a great time. Clinicians are CMTPA’s very own Janette and Tom Ross, and Chris Boynton. They have many years of experience in ranch sorting and are looking forward to teaching the basics of this super fun family sport. The Higgins family, owners of Maple Lane Farm, are gracious and fun hosts at CMTPA events. They offer a beautiful facility, welcoming
Crystal Richards and Janette Ross take part in a 2011 ranch sorting show.
to the clinic and think you have ‘caught the fever,’ then the Jackpot is a must! Jackpots are great because for a $50 cash fee, (payable before the competition starts), each participant gets six rides. Your name goes into a random draw, which is great because it takes away the worry of finding teams to ride with. And, you are guaranteed those six rides! The top 50% of teams from the first go ride in the second go; and then the top 10 from the second go continue for a callback. They will then pay out up to five places from the top 10 after the callbacks ride! For more information on the clinic or Jackpot, visit www.cmtpa.com.
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he Eastern Pennsylvania Reining Horse Association (EPRHA) will kick off their 2012 season at the DREAM Park Equestrian Center in Gloucester County, N.J. The “No Foolin’ Slide” show will run from March 30, 2012 through April 1, 2012. Classes start at 8:00 a.m. on Friday, March 30 and at 7:30 a.m. on Saturday and Sunday. All classes are for reining, which is sometimes referred to as western dressage. All levels of classes are offered from Green for those
new to the sport of reining through Open, which showcase the top money earning riders, horses, and trainers. Spectators are welcome and there is no charge to come and watch; all classes are run in the indoor arena so the weather is not an issue. The EPRHA members will also be attending their annual banquet, which will honor their top horses and riders from 2011. For more information on the club, visit www.eprha.com. Learn more about the sport of reining at www.nrha.com.
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inning Weekends Equine Events is proud to announce that their fourth ever “Show & Tell” event will include AQHA sanctioned and open all-breed Equestrians with Disabilities (EWD) classes. Four classes in each division will be offered, including Showmanship, Walk-Jog Horsemanship, Walk-Trot Equitation, and Walk-Jog Trail. All classes will follow AQHA EWD class rules and guidelines. Day-end awards will be presented to the champion and reserve rider in each division. This year’s Show & Tell event will be judged by AQHA Professional Horsewoman Margo Ball and Jennalinn Teel and Zips Little Miracle at a 2011 is set to take place on April 28-29 at Winning Weekends Equine Event. the Fonda Fairgrounds in Montgomery the public address system by Margo Ball. County, N.Y. The Show & Tell weekend will follow a Those who have attended past Show & Tell slightly different format than the rest of the events can attest to the detailed feedback Winning Weekends Horse Show Series events. provided and the valuable information shared In special classes, each exhibitor will receive with exhibitors to improve their skills. This a short critique of their performance over event is a must for exhibitors and
spectators alike. The weekend will also feature several fundraising efforts for the Northeastern New York Susan G. Komen for the Cure affiliate organization. Activities will include the ever popular Pink Pleasure Ride for a Reason class, and new for this year, a Battle of the Barns, showcasing donated themed gift baskets to be sold in a silent auction. Sponsorship and advertising packages, as well as indoor and outdoor vendor space, are available for this incredible weekend. Other show series dates are May 19 and 20 at the Cobleskill Fairgrounds (PtHA approved classes offered) and June 2 and 3 at the Fonda Fairgrounds (Added Money Trail and Pleasure Challenge, Hunter Classic). Both show facilities offer covered show arenas, plenty of outdoor warm-up areas, and camper hook-ups. The Winning Weekends Horse Show Series offers nine divisions for all levels and seats of riders and great series awards to the top three point earners in each division. Special events held during the series include Equitation, Halter, and Showmanship Championship classes, Best Junior and Best Amateur Rider awards, exhibitor parties, and more. For more information on the Show & Tell event, visit www.WinningWeekends.com, or call 518-466-2445.
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(NSBA) dual approved classes will be offered throughout the year. The association will also be hosting Rookie classes at their May show, inviting exhibitors to try out an AQHA class that the horse/rider combination has earned fewer than 10 points in that class, in any division. Shupperd’s Tack has gener- Riders line up after a western class at one of last year’s ously donated a saddle that will NYSQHA shows. be awarded at the end of the year to an exhibitor who has participated in one or split combined/double judged; the NYSQHA more of the shows sponsored by NYSQHA. One Show is scheduled for August 16-19—on ticket will be given per horse per judge that they August 16-17 it will be split combined/ double judged and on August 18-19 it will be show under throughout the year. NYSQHA’s show schedule is as follows: triple judged; and September 8-9 will see the The NYSQHA Youth Sponsored Show will be NYSQHA Open Futurity Show take place, held May 11-12 and will be split combined/ which will be split combined/triple judged. double judged; The Introductory AQHA Show Over $9,000 in Futurity monies was offered and Open Show sponsored by NYSQHA and in 2011. For more detailed information on the show NYSSHA will take place May 13; the NYSQHA Liberty Circuit show, to be held July 3-8, will be season, visit www.nysqha.com.
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ew York State Quarter Horse Association (NYSQHA) is pleased to announce their show schedule for their 2012 show season. The club is offering 16 recognized shows at the Cobleskill Fairgrounds in Cobleskill, N.Y. The covered and outdoor arenas have new footing and many of the stalls have been refurbished in anticipation of the upcoming year. As an AQHA recognized association, NYSQHA is offering a flat fee at their shows that will enable exhibitors to compete at a discounted rate, have an opportunity to show in more classes, and know what their cost will be up front. In addition to the flat fee, exhibitors still have the option to show a la carte, or pay for the individual classes that they choose to enter. NYSQHA is also offering super size classes in the Novice Youth, Novice Amateur, and Youth divisions, allowing exhibitors to enter and show with free entry fees in their corresponding Youth, Amateur, Amateur Select, and Open classes. National Snaffle Bit Association
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New England Pinto Horse Association MeMbers Convene at annual awards banquet, Plan for first show of season
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irst off, please be sure to add our first show of the season—a double Pinto/Paint event that will be held on May 11-13—to your calendar. A new horse driving class will be added as well. There are four world renowned judges and classic fundraiser classes. Book stalls early please; it’s been anticipated that there will be a very large turnout. For more information, visit our website at www.nepinto.com. Looking back a few months, in January we celebrated the much awaited awards banquet at the Cape Codder Resort in Hyannis, Mass. Jan Foster, Annellen Zalis, and Tracy Imbarro did a wonderful job in the planning for this event. The Master of Ceremonies was club treasurer John Weigel. Division winners with the highest year-end points go as follows: The On Target Miniature Trophy was won two years in a row by Eileen Flynn Ricci and DPS Ima Star. Another coveted prize, the Michael Benson Memorial Showmanship Award, was presented to Summer Hunting and Rabidash. The Painted Brook Farm Hunter/Jumper Challenge Trophy was awarded to Stephanie Bahre and Hiddell’s Blue Eagle. The Inspire to Win Trophy was won by Page Benson, and the Walk/Trot Trophy was presented to Jan Foster. The My Dakota Gold Challenge Trophy winner was Summer Hunting, the Youth Sportsmanship Award went to Haily Saucier, and Lilia Buccino and her horse Rock the Bar swept the Novice Youth division. Lastly, but certainly not least, the Walter Clarke Memorial Trophy was awarded to Jonathan Blake. show results
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MARY ADAMS AND OTM FASHION BY MAGIC: 1. Open Mini/ Pony Obstacle Driving; 3. Amateur English Showmanship Mini/ Pony; 3. Amateur Mini/Pony Trail In-Hand; 3. Amateur Mini/Pony Reinsmanship; 3. Open Mini Ideal Pinto Driving; 4. Amateur Mini/ Pony Pleasure Driving; 4. Open Mini Hunter Over Fences In-Hand; 4. Open Mini Jumper In-Hand. STEPHANIE BAHRE AND HIDELLS BLUE EAGLE: 1. Amateur Hunter Hack; 1. Open Hunter Over Fences; 1. Open Hunter Hack; 1. Open Show Hack; 1. Open Disciplined Rail Western; 2. Open Disciplined Rail English; 3. Amateur English Equitation; 3. Open Ideal Pinto English; 3. Open Senior Horse Western Pleasure; 3. Open Ideal Pinto Western; 4. Amateur Disciplined Rail Western; 4. Amateur Ideal Pinto Western; 5. Amateur Disciplined Rail English; 5. Amateur Western Pleasure; 5. Amateur Western Horsemanship; 6. Amateur Hunter Under Saddle; 6. Amateur Ideal Pinto English. PAIGE BENSON AND BACK SEAT DRIVER: 1. Amateur Western Showmanship; 1. Amateur Halter Geldings; 1. Amateur English Showmanship; 1. Amateur Disciplined Rail English; 1. Amateur Ideal Pinto English; 1. Amateur Western Pleasure; 1. Amateur Disciplined Rail Western; 1. Amateur Ideal Pinto Western; 2. Amateur Hunter Under Saddle; 2. Amateur English Pleasure; 2. Open Hunter Type Halter; 3. Amateur English Equitation; 3. Amateur Western Horsemanship; 4. Amateur Trail. JAIME BOWMAN AND ALOTTA ZEROS: 1. Open Overo Color; 3. Open Junior Horse English Pleasure; 5. Amateur Ideal Pinto English; 6. Amateur Halter Geldings; 6. Amateur English Showmanship; 6. Open Stock Type Halter Stallions and Geldings 3 and Over. JONATHAN BOWMAN AND ZIPS GOLDEN KISS: 3. Leadline. LILIA BUCCINO AND ROCK THE BAR: 1. Novice Youth Showmanship; 1. Novice Youth Trail; 1. Novice Youth Hunter Under Saddle; 1. Novice Youth English Pleasure; 1. Novice Youth English Equitation; 1. Novice Youth Western Pleasure; 1. Novice Youth Western Horsemanship; 4. Youth Ideal Pinto English; 5. Youth Halter Mares All Ages; 6. Youth Disciplined Rail English. ANNE CUMMINGS AND KENNY ROGERS SPIRIT: 2. Open Halter Yearlings. ANNE CUMMINGS AND KR LEADING MAN: 3. Open Hunter Type Halter.
HANNAH MARIE DEBOER AND ALOTTA ZEROS/ROPIN SONNY BOY: Leadline participant. ANN DIGIOVANNI AND CASUAL ZOE: 1. Amateur Halter Mares; 1. Open Stock Type Halter Mares 3 and Over. LINDSEY DONOVAN AND NINETYSEVENCOLORCODE: 2. Open Stock Type Halter Stallions and Geldings 3 and Over. LIZA DUARTE AND KR DREAM DANCIN: 3. Youth Halter Mares All Ages; 4. Open Stock Type Halter Mares 3 and Over; 6. Open Tobiano Color. AMANDA DUQUETTE AND THINK IM HOT DAZLD ME: 1. Amateur Western Horsemanship; 2. Amateur Trail; 2. Amateur Western Pleasure; 2. Amateur Disciplined Rail Western; 4. Amateur English Showmanship; 4. Amateur Disciplined Rail English; 5. Amateur English Pleasure; 5. Amateur English Equitation; 6. Amateur Western Showmanship. JESSICA FAIRCHILD AND CASHS LIL GEM: 2. Youth Mini/Pony Halter; 3. Youth Mini/Pony English Showmanship. MARY FITZPATRICK AND IMA REAL GOLD GEM: 1. Open Halter Yearlings. SEAN FITZPATRICK AND IMA REAL GOLD GEM: 1. Youth Halter Mares All Ages. JAN FOSTER AND ZIPS DIRTY CHIP: 1. Breeding Stock Trail; 1. Breeding Stock Hunter Under Saddle; 1. Breeding Stock English Pleasure; 1. Breeding Stock Western Pleasure; 4. Breeding Stock Halter. JAN FOSTER AND ZIPPEN N ROCKIN: 1. Novice Amateur Walk/ Trot Showmanship; 1. Novice Amateur Walk/Trot Trail; 1. Novice Amateur Walk/Trot Equitation; 2. Novice Amateur Walk/Trot Pleasure; 2. Novice Amateur Walk/Trot Disciplined Rail; 3. Amateur Halter Geldings; 3. Open Overo Color. CHERYL GOLDEN LAGO AND COLOR ME A RAINBOW: 1. Novice Amateur Walk/Trot Pleasure; 1. Novice Amateur Walk/Trot Disciplined Rail; 2. Open Tobiano Color; 2. Novice Amateur Walk/Trot Trail; 2. Novice Amateur Walk/Trot Equitation; 6. Novice Amateur Walk/Trot Showmanship. ASHLEY HAIR AND SNOOPYS APRIL FOOL: 1. Open Pony Color; 3. Open Pony Hunter In-Hand; 3. Open Pony Jumping In-Hand; 4. Amateur Mini/Pony Halter; 5. Amateur Western Showmanship Mini/Pony; 5. Amateur Mini/Pony Trail In-Hand; 6. Amateur English Showmanship Mini/Pony; 6. Open Pony Trail In-Hand. KATE HAIR AND WAR DRUMS DIAMOND: 1. Open Ideal Pinto English; 1. Open Ideal Pinto Western; 2. Amateur Halter Geldings; 2. Open Senior Horse Western Pleasure; 3. Amateur Ideal Pinto Western; 3. Open Stock Type Halter Stallions and Geldings 3 and Over; 3. Open Hunter Under Saddle; 4. Open Senior Horse English Pleasure; 4. Amateur Ideal Pinto English; 4. Amateur Western Pleasure; 4. Open Disciplined Rail English; 5. Amateur Hunter Under Saddle; 6. Amateur English Pleasure; 6. Amateur Western Horsemanship. ELIZABETH HEATH AND GR PRINCESS SNICKERDOODLE: 2. Open Pony English Pleasure; 3. Open Pony Barrel Race; 3. Open Pony Flag Race; 3. Open Pony Pole Bending; 3. Open Pony Hunter Under Saddle; 4. Open Pony Trail In-Hand; 6. Open Pony Color. ELIZABETH HEATH AND SHOULDA STAYED UP: 1. Open Pony Trail In-Hand; 1. Open Pony Western Pleasure; 2. Open Pony Barrel Race; 2. Open Pony Flag Race; 2. Open Pony Pole Bending; 2. Open Pony
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Trail; 2. Open Pony Hunter Under Saddle; 3. Open Pony Halter; 3. Open Pony English Pleasure; 5. Open Pony Color. SARA HOLLIS AND SELIKA: 1. Open Utility Type Halter. KALEIGH HUNTING AND BEARLY SENSATIONAL: Leadline participant. MICHELLE HUNTING AND BONANZAS FANCY IMAGE: 1. Open Stock Type Halter Stallions and Geldings 3 and Over; 1. Open Tobiano Color. MICHELLE HUNTING AND MKK PAINTED DOMINO: 2. Open Pony Halter; 4. Open Pony Color; 5. Open Pony Trail In-Hand. MICHELLE HUNTING AND RABIDASH: 1. Open Pony Barrel Racing; 1. Open Pony Flag Race; 1. Open Pony Pole Bending; 1. Open Pony Keyhole Race; 1. Open Pony Hunter In-Hand; 1. Open Pony Jumping In-Hand; 1. Open Pony Trail; 1. Open Pony Hunter Under Saddle; 1. Open Pony English Pleasure; 3. Open Pony Trail In-Hand. SUMMER HUNTING AND RABIDASH: 1. Youth Walk/Trot Trail 11 and Under; 1. Youth Mini/Pony Western Showmanship; 1. Youth Mini/ Pony Halter; 1. Youth Mini/Pony English Showmanship; 1. Youth Mini/Pony Trail In-Hand; 2. Youth Walk/Trot Showmanship 11 and Under; 2. Youth Walk/Trot Pleasure 11 and Under; 2. Youth Walk/Trot Disciplined Rail 11 and Under; 3. Youth Walk/Trot Equitation 11 and Under; 5. Open Pony Halter. TRACEY IMBARO AND MY DAKOTA GOLD: 2. Open Overo Color; 3. Novice Amateur Walk/Trot Showmanship; 5. Open Stock Type Halter Mares 3 and Over. KIRA JEWETT AND ALOTTA SHASTA: 1. Open Junior Horse English Pleasure; 1. Open Disciplined Rail English; 1. Open Junior Horse Western Pleasure; 1. Youth Trail All Ages; 1. Youth Western Pleasure; 1. Youth Western Horsemanship; 1. Youth Ideal Pinto Western; 2. Open Trail; 2. Open Ideal Pinto English; 2. Open Disciplined Rail Western; 2. Open Ideal Pinto Western; 2. Youth English Showmanship All Ages; 2. Youth Ideal Pinto English; 2. Youth Disciplined Rail Western; 3. Youth English Pleasure All Ages; 3. Youth Hunter Under Saddle; 3. Youth English Equitation; 4. Youth Western Showmanship All Ages; 4. Youth Disciplined Rail English; 6. Youth Halter Mares All Ages. ANN JENNINGS AND ULTIMATELY CHARMING: 1. Novice Amateur Showmanship; 1. Novice Amateur Hunter Under Saddle; 1. Novice Amateur English Pleasure; 1. Novice Amateur English Equitation; 1. Novice Amateur Ideal Pinto English; 2. Novice Amateur Trail; 2. Novice Amateur Disciplined Rail English; 2. Novice Amateur Western Horsemanship; 2. Novice Amateur Ideal Pinto Western; 2. Novice Amateur Disciplined Rail Western; 3. Novice Amateur Western Pleasure. EMILEE KNOX AND DORAN THE SAN MAN: 1. Youth Walk/Trot Equitation 11 and Under; 1. Youth Walk/Trot Pleasure 11 and Under; 1. Youth Walk/Trot Disciplined Rail 11 and Under; 2. Youth Walk/Trot Trail 11 and Under; 3. Youth Walk/Trot Showmanship 11 and Under. TOM LAGO AND STRIKING VALENTINE: 2. Breeding Stock Halter; 2. Breeding Stock Trail; 2. Breeding Stock Western Pleasure. PAULA LAUGHLIN AND LM HAWKS BLUE SUEDE SHOES: 2. Open Mini/ Pony Obstacle Driving; 3. Amateur Western Showmanship Mini/ Pony; 3. Open Mini Halter Geldings and Stallions; 3. Open Mini Color; 3. Open Mini Hunter Over Fences; 3. Open Mini/Pony Disciplined Rail Driving; 4. Amateur English Showmanship Mini/Pony; 4. Open Mini Ideal Pinto Driving; 4. Open Mini/Pony Pleasure Driving; 5. Amateur Mini/Pony Halter; 5. Amateur Mini/Pony Pleasure Driving; 5. Amateur Mini/Pony Reinsmanship; 5. Open Mini Jumper In-Hand; 6. Amateur Mini/Pony Trail In-Hand; 6. Open Mini Trail In-Hand. ANNE LAUGHLIN AND TALLYHOAWAYWEGO: 2. Novice Youth Trail; 3. Novice Youth Showmanship; 3. Novice Youth Hunter Under Saddle. PAULA LAUGHLIN AND TALLYHOAWAYWEGO: 1. Open Barrel Racing; 1. Open Flag Race; 1. Open Keyhole Race; 2. Open Hunter Under Saddle; 2. Open Senior Horse English Pleasure; 3. Open Show Hack; 5. Open Trail. PETER LAUGHLIN AND LM HAWKS BLUE SUEDE SHOES: 1. Youth Mini/ Pony Hunter In-Hand; 2. Youth Mini/Pony Western Showmanship; 2. Youth Mini/Pony English Showmanship; 2. Youth Mini/Pony Trail In-Hand; 3. Youth Mini/Pony Halter.
Senior Horse English Pleasure; 2. Amateur Western Showmanship; 2. Amateur Halter Mares; 2. Amateur Disciplined Rail English; 2. Amateur Ideal Pinto English; 3. Amateur English Showmanship. AURORA MEDEIROS AND ROCK THE BAR/ROCK MY ZIPPO: 5. Leadline. SOPHIA MIDDLEBROOKE AND SKY BLUE DAKOTA: 3. Youth Disciplined Rail English; 4. Youth Trail All Ages; 4. Youth English Equitation; 5. Youth English Pleasure All Ages; 5. Youth Ideal Pinto English; 6. Youth English Showmanship All Ages; 6. Youth Hunter Under Saddle. DANICA MORETTI AND DIRTY AFFAIR: 4. Leadline. AMBER MORRA AND SURE SHOT SHADOW: 3. Novice Youth English Equitation; 4. Youth Halter Mares All Ages; 4. Novice Youth English Pleasure; 5. Youth English Showmanship All Ages; 5. Novice Youth Hunter Under Saddle; 6. Open Stock Type Halter Mares 3 and Over. JENNIFER MUSTO AND DAKOTAS BLACK SAMBUCA: 2. Open Mini (Above) Open Halter Stallions and Geldings; 2. Pony division Open Mini Jumper In-Hand; 4. Open Mini Trail In-Hand. winner Michelle ALYCIA NOETH AND ALL TIME GOLD: 2. Hunting. (Left) Open Junior Horse English Pleasure; 3. Amateur Trail; 4. Amateur Hunter My Dakota Gold Under Saddle; 4. Amateur English Challenge Trophy Pleasure; 4. Open Trail; 4. Open recipient Summer Hunter Under Saddle; 5. Amateur Western Showmanship; 5. Open Hunting. Show Hack. MELANIE PETERSON AND HIDDEN TIMBERS GHOSTLY MIRACLE: 1. Open Mini Ideal Pinto Driving. EILEEN RICCI AND DPS IMA STAR: 1. Open Mini/Pony Pleasure Driving; 2. Amateur Mini/Pony Trail In-Hand; 2. Amateur Mini/Pony Reinsmanship; 2. Open Mini Halter Mares; 2. Open Mini Color; 2. Open Mini Hunter Over Fences; 2. Open Mini Ideal Pinto Driving; 2. Open Mini/Pony Disciplined Rail Driving; 3. Amateur Mini/ Pony Halter; 3. Amateur Mini/Pony Pleasure Driving; 3. Open Mini Jumper In-Hand; 3. Open Mini Trail In-Hand; 4. Amateur Western Showmanship Mini/Pony; 4. Open Mini/Pony Obstacle Driving; 5. Amateur English Showmanship Mini/Pony. RUTH PROTZ AND SKIPAWAY BANDIT: 1. Amateur Trail; 1. Open Trail; 2. Amateur English Equitation; 2. Amateur Western Horsemanship; 3. Amateur Western Showmanship; 3. Amateur Disciplined Rail Western; 5. Open Senior Horse English Pleasure; 6. Amateur Disciplined Rail English; 6. Amateur Western Pleasure. JUDITH RENALDI AND OAK GLENS GALAHAD: 1. Open Mini Halter Stallions and Geldings; 1. Open Mini Color. ALEE ROBERSON AND BLUE DIAMOND DELL: 2. Youth Trail All Ages; 3. Youth Western Showmanship All Ages; 4.Open Tobiano Color; 6. Youth English Equitation. MADISON ROBERSON AND ZIP THIS PROPOSAL: 4. Youth English Showmanship All Ages; 4. Youth Hunter Under Saddle; 5. Youth English Equitation; 6. Youth English Pleasure All Ages. MICHELLE ROGERS AND DIRTY AFFAIR: 1 Youth English Showmanship All Ages; 2. Open Show Hack; 2. Youth Western Showmanship All Ages; 2. Youth Halter Mares All Ages; 2. Youth English Pleasure; 2. Youth Hunter Under Saddle; 2. Youth English Equitation; 2. Youth Disciplined Rail English; 3. Open Disciplined Rail English; 3. Youth Trail All Ages; 3. Youth Ideal Pinto English; 4. Open Ideal Pinto English; 5. Open Hunter Under Saddle; 6. Open Senior Horse English Pleasure. JEAN ST. DENIS AND HHFS PAINTED LADY: 1. Open Mini Halter Mares; 1. Open Mini Hunter Over Fences In-Hand; 1. Open Mini Jumper In-Hand; 1. Open Mini Trail In-Hand; 2. Amateur Western Showmanship Mini/Pony; 2. Amateur Mini/Pony Halter; 2. Amateur English Showmanship Mini/Pony; 4. Amateur Mini/Pony Trail In-Hand; 4. Open Mini Color; 5. Open Mini Ideal Pinto Driving. JEAN ST. DENIS AND JUST CALL ME SEMINOLE: 1. Amateur Western Showmanship Breeding Stock Mini; 1. Amateur English Showmanship Breeding Stock Mini; 1. Breeding Stock Mini Halter; 1. Breeding Stock Mini Hunter In-Hand; 1. Breeding Stock Mini Jumper In-Hand; 1. Breeding Stock Mini Trail In-Hand. BRIANNA SAUCIER AND ROYAL INVITATION: 1. Youth Western Showmanship All Ages; 1. Youth Halter Geldings All Ages; 1. Youth
PETER LAUGHLIN AND ZIPS GOLDEN KISS: 3. Youth Walk/Trot Trail 11 and Under; 4. Youth Walk/Trot Showmanship 11 and Under; 4. Youth Walk/Trot Equitation 11 and Under; 4. Youth Walk/Trot Pleasure 11 and Under; 4. Youth Walk/Trot Disciplined Rail 11 and Under. KAREN MACWILLIAM AND IMA FANCY SURPRISE: 4. Open Mini Halter Mares; 5. Open Mini Trail In-Hand. KAREN MACWILLIAM AND LSM BRAVOS FANCY MISS: 2. Open Mini Trail In-Hand; 3. Open Mini Halter Mares; 5. Open Mini Color. SUZANNE MANDEVILLE AND FM BRIGHT POCO DOTS: 2. Novice Amateur Walk/Trot Showmanship; 3. Open Tobiano Color; 6. Amateur Halter Mares; 6. Open Stock Type Halter Mares 3 and Over. HAILEY MARIN AND MISS TOOTSIE ROLO: 1. Youth Walk/ Trot Showmanship 11 and Under; 2. Open Pony Color; 6. Open Pony Halter. MADISON MARIN AND ROYAL INVITATION: 1. Leadline. CRAIG MCCOSKERY AND ROPIN SONNY BOY: 2. Breeding Stock Barrel Race; 2. Breeding Stock Flag Race; 2. Breeding Stock Keyhole Race; 2. Breeding Stock Pole Bending. KATHY MCCULLOUGH AND HEZ TUFF AS NAILS: 1. Amateur Western Showmanship Mini/Pony; 1. Amateur Mini/Pony Halter; 1. Amateur English Showmanship Mini/Pony; 1. Amateur Mini/Pony Trail In-Hand; 1. Amateur Mini/Pony Pleasure Driving; 1. Amateur Mini/ Pony Reinsmanship; 1. Open Mini/Pony Disciplined Rail Driving; 1. Open Pony Halter; 1. Open Pony Ideal Pinto Driving; 2. Open Pony Hunter In-Hand; 2. Open Pony Jumping In-Hand; 2. Open Pony Trail In-Hand; 3. Open Mini/Pony Obstacle Driving; 3. Open Pony Color; 3. Open Mini/Pony Pleasure Driving. LEE MCKENNA AND LUXURY EDITION: 1. Amateur English Equitation; 1. Amateur Hunter Under Saddle; 1. Amateur English Pleasure; 1. Open Hunter Type Halter; 1. Open Hunter Under Saddle; 1. Open
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MICHELLE STYGLES AND GOLDSEEKERS JEWEL: English Pleasure; 1. Youth Hunter Under Saddle; 3. Novice Amateur Walk/Trot Trail; 3. Novice 1. Youth English Equitation; 1. Youth Disciplined Amateur Walk/Trot Equitation; 4. Novice Amateur Rail English; 1. Youth Ideal Pinto English; 1. Youth Walk/Trot Pleasure; 5. Novice Amateur Walk/Trot Western Disciplined Rail; 1. Youth Ideal Pinto Showmanship. Western; 2. Youth Western Pleasure; 2. Youth Western SHAN SHAN TANG AND ENUFF IS ENUFF: 2. Horsemanship; 3. Youth English Showmanship Leadline. All Ages. DARLENE TAYLOR AND RUSTY RATCHETT: 5. DEBBIE SCHLEY AND SONNY DUN ME: 1 .Novice Amateur English Showmanship. Amateur Trail; 1. Novice Amateur Disciplined Rail LEAH WEIGEL AND BUST EM WILL YA: 2. Open English; 1. Novice Amateur Western Pleasure; 1. Senior Horse English Pleasure; 2. Novice Youth Novice Amateur Western Horsemanship; 1. Novice Hunter Under Saddle; 2. Novice Youth English Amateur Disciplined Rail Western; 2. Novice Pleasure; 2. Novice Youth English Equitation; Amateur English Equitation; 3. Novice Amateur 4. Open Tobiano Color; 4. Open Show Hack; 4. English Pleasure; 3. Novice Amateur Ideal Pinto Youth English Pleasure All Ages; 5. Open Hunter English; 3. Novice Amateur Ideal Pinto Western; 4. Type Halter; 5. Youth Hunter Under Saddle; Amateur Halter Mares. 5. Youth Disciplined Rail English; 6. Open MEGAN SCLAR AND DYNAMITE BAR PLUS: 1. Hunter Under Saddle; 6. Youth Ideal Breeding Stock Barrel Race; 1. Breeding Stock Flag Pinto English. Race; 1. Breeding Stock Pole Bending; 1. Breeding MICHAELA WOOD AND SIR ANDREW: 2. Novice Stock Keyhole Race; 1. Breeding Stock Halter; 2. Amateur Showmanship; 2. Novice Amateur Hunter Breeding Stock Hunter Under Saddle; 2. Breeding Under Saddle; 2. Novice Amateur English Pleasure; Stock English Pleasure. 2. Novice Amateur Ideal Pinto English; 3. Novice MEGAN SCLAR AND MAMAS BIG BILLS: 4. Open Hunter Amateur Disciplined Rail English; 4. Amateur Halter Type Halter. Geldings; 4. Open Stock Type Halter Stallions and MEGAN SCLAR AND SCOTCH N GOOD TIMES: 2. Geldings 3 and Over; 4. Novice Amateur Western Breeding Stock Halter. Pleasure; 6. Open Tobiano Color. GABRIELLE SGOURIS AND THE WIZARDS WAND: 2. Color Breed Congress Champion Lee McKenna displays the awards she ANNELLEN ZALIS AND ZIPPERS FIRST SPLASH: Amateur English Showmanship; 2. Amateur Ideal 2. Open Junior Horse Western Pleasure; Pinto Western; 3. Amateur Hunter Under Saddle; 3. earned with her horse Luxury Edition. 3. Open Stock Type Halter Mares 3 and Over; Amateur English Pleasure; 3. Amateur Disciplined 3. Novice Amateur Walk/Trot Pleasure; Rail English; 3. Amateur Ideal Pinto English; 3. CASEY SNOW AND HARLANS STORM JET: Participant Youth Walk/ 3. Novice Amateur Walk/Trot Disciplined Rail; 4. Amateur Amateur Western Pleasure; 4. Amateur Western Showmanship; Trot 11 and Under. Halter Mares; 4. Novice Amateur Walk/Trot Showmanship; 4. Novice 4. Amateur Western Horsemanship; 5. Amateur Disciplined Rail AMBER STACY AND GR PRINCESS SNICKERDOODLE: 2. Youth Walk/ Amateur Walk/Trot Trail; 4. Novice Amateur Walk/Trot Equitation; 6. Western; 6. Amateur English Equitation. Trot Equitation 11 and Under; 3. Youth Walk/Trot Pleasure 11 and Open Trail. JANET SMITH AND COUNTRYS BLAME IT ON MAMA: 4. Open Under; 3. Youth Walk/Trot Disciplined Rail 11 and Under; 5. Youth LAWRENCE ZALIS AND FIRST CLASS LAST CALL: 1. Novice Amateur Pony Halter. Walk/Trot Showmanship 11 and Under. Ideal Pinto Western; 1. Open Senior Horse Western Pleasure; 2. JANET SMITH AND COOKIES & CREAM FMF: 1. Open Mini/Pony WANDA STARACE AND THE ULTIMATE FLASH: 2. Open Stock Type Novice Amateur Showmanship; 2. Novice Amateur Western Pleasure Driving; 2. Amateur Mini/Pony Pleasure Driving; 2. Open Halter Mares 3 and Over; 3. Amateur Halter Mares. Pleasure; 3. Open Trail; 3. Novice Amateur Trail; 3. Novice Amateur Pony Ideal Pinto Driving. JESSICA STYGLES AND GOLDSEEKERS JEWEL: 2. Novice Youth Western Horsemanship; 3. Novice Amateur Disciplined Rail Western; JANET SMITH AND PC LADY GUENEVERE: 4. Open Mini/Pony Showmanship; 2. Novice Youth Western Pleasure; 2. Novice Youth 5. Amateur Halter Geldings; 5. Open Stock Type Halter Stallions and Disciplined Rail Driving; 4. Amateur Pony/Mini Reinsmanship; 5. Western Horsemanship; 3. Novice Youth English Pleasure; 4. Novice Geldings 3 and Over. ● Open Mini/Pony Obstacle Driving. Youth Hunter Under Saddle.
Maine Appaloosa Horse Club Looks forward to spring CLassiC show By pat grass
The Maine Appaloosa Horse Club’s 33rd Annual Spring Classic Show will be held on May 19-20 at the Skowhegan Fairgrounds in Skowhegan, Maine. This year, the club is offering 156 classes, including five newly approved Walk-Trot Non Pro classes. Thirteen Lucky 13 classes will also be offered, in which the 13th place horse is awarded $50. Ribbons or prizes will be handed out for every class. High point and reserve point ribbons and prizes will also be given out in
all divisions. Additionally, there will be a tack sale and photographer on the grounds, as well as a Wine and Cheese Social, which will take place on Friday evening. The judges for the event will be Melissa Proulx, Doug Mileham, and Rick Warne. For more information, contact Show Manager Mike Grass at 207-368-4914 or email him at grasslands252@ gmail.com. To learn more about the Maine Appaloosa Horse Club, visit www.maineappaloosahorseclub.com.
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News In The Nation Two-time Magnificent 7 winners Ron Emmons and Olena Oak at last year’s Western States Horse Expo.
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Mark Matson displaying his on-camera skills during the Project Cowboy Pomona competition.
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Best of the West Western States Horse Expo, one of the country’s leading equestrian experiences with vendors, events, and renowned clinicians, is coming to the Cal Expo Center in Sacramento, Calif., June 8-10. Events include “Magnificent 7,” where a dozen of the nation’s top riders demonstrate their skill and versatility, the talent show “Project Cowboy - Cowgirls Only,” and a Trail Symposium. (www.horsexpo.com) South of the Border
The first AQHA Latin American Championships in Sao Paulo, Brazil, is almost upon us. The event, scheduled for April 17-22, is open to all AQHA members in good standing who reside in or are citizens of Latin America. At this inaugural event, riders from 11 countries are invited to compete in barrel racing, pole bending, ranch sorting, team penning, reining, tie-down roping, heading, heeling, cutting, and halter. (www. aqha.com/showing) Black Beauty and Pegasus are two of the highlights of an equestrian exhibit touring public and school libraries worldwide. The exhibit, The Literary Horse: When Legends Come to Life, pairs up to 100 photos of today’s horses and riders with quotations from the world’s great books. The Literary Horse provides visitors with a real-life tour of classics such as The 150
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All Stars Sing
On February 11, the EQUUS Foundation hosted an Equestrian Idol “All Stars” Musical Cabaret at the Winter Equestrian Festival. Equestrian Idol winners from previous years—Taylor Hughes, Jen Kane, Brian Lookabill and Ki-Juan Minors— gave the audience a feast for the ears, performing a oneof-a-kind musical cabaret to benefit the Fete Cheval, held March 9. (www.equusfoundation.org/feteor) Brian Lookabill, Jen Kane, Ki-Juan Minors, and Taylor Hughes performing at the Equestrian Idol All Stars Musical Cabaret.
Rock the Vote
The U.S. Olympic Committee has included show jumping legend William Steinkraus among the 2012 U.S. Olympic Hall of Fame nominees. Now it’s time for fans to vote for Steinkraus, a five-time Olympian, at TeamUSA.org/halloffame. He is one of 18 individual Olympic athletes, five Paralympic athletes and five teams nominated. (www.usef.org)
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Iliad, as well as children’s tales like Cinderella. (www.TheLiteraryHorse.com)
Mark Matson was the big winner at Horse Expo Pomona in February, after winning Project Cowboy and also being voted Cowboy Congeniality, winning a fantastic prize package from the American Quarter Horse Association. Matson wowed the judges and the crowd with a bridleless routine in the freestyle finals. Didn’t get to see it? Don’t worry. Project Cowboy, which combines elements of “American Idol” and “America’s Got Talent,” will air as a reality television program on September 27 on RFD-TV. (www.projectcowboy.net)
25th th Annual “Superheroes” Auction and Dinner RAISES OVER $500,000 TO BENEFIT VINCEREMOS THERAPEUTIC RIDING CENTER JENNY ROSS
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inceremos Therapeutic Riding Alessandro Albanese Center would like to thank all those introduces models who were in attendance at their 25th wearing custom made Annual Auction and Dinner, held riding clothes for the February 10, 2012 at The International Polo bidders to view. Club in Wellington, Fla. The center raised over $500,000 thanks to the generosity of those “Superheroes” who donated items for the auction and those who bigheartedly bid to take them home. Chairwoman Tuny Page, Young Professionals Chairwoman Devon Kane, and Celebrity Hostess Tami Hoag headed the event, more affectionately named, “Our Superheroes.” The evening recognized those who have supported Vinceremos Therapeutic Riding Center (VTRC) over the past 30 years, acknowledging their help and generosity in support of the center’s mission “to overcome” disabilities through the everyday miracle Ruth Menor awards the 2012 Rider and Volunteers of of horses. the Year. This year’s donors included The International Polo Club, who contributed a by such generosity! The funds raised at this event membership in honor of Vinceremos’ 30th anni- will allow for us to take great care of our equine versary; Eby Trailers, who donated a luxurious partners, and we have already made plans to add two-horse trailer; and Larsen Hay and Purina stables to the new facility, build therapy rooms Feeds, longtime supporters of the event, each and add new programs to our curriculum so donating two tons of “horse d’oeuvres.” Also that more riders can participate.” Additionally, The Vinceremos “Buck Off” donated was round trip private airfare provided by Greenjets and two riding fashion outfits Finals sponsored by Floridian Community custom made by Alessandro Albanese, in addition Bank and Palm Beach Equine Clinic were held to a luxurious stay at the Sherry Netherland in in conjunction with the Auction and Dinner. New York, N.Y., a Penthouse stay in Vail, Colo., The four teams who qualified at the prelimiand a marina penthouse in Sotogrande, Spain. nary “Buck Offs” held at The White Horse Donations from loyal Wellington merchants Tavern and the Global Equestrian Center chalincluded The Tackeria, Vandell Jewelers, Polo lenged not only the mechanical beast, but also last year’s defending champions, the team from Jewelers, and Lazcar International. The ability of attendees to care for one of the CWD saddles. Team Orian, the Panda Pals, Vinceremos horses for a year by adopting them Palm Beach Equine Clinic Girls, and Sophie’s is always a special part of the evening. All 22 Swingers competed. Each rider had to stay horses were spoken for at the end of the evening. aboard the bull for a minimum of 20 seconds, This year, the Vinceremos herd was addition- and was judged individually for their style. ally acknowledged by sponsor Tamara Gerber, This year’s esteemed judges included Hunter who made a $30,000 donation in the name of Harrison, Jane Clark, Lisa Lourie, Margaret her beloved horse, Sentimiento, in recognition Duprey, and Frank Madden. Everyone enjoyed of the unconditional loyalty that our horses this event that had one main objective: To be fun! Congratulations to Sophie’s Swingers for continue to show their human partners. “Thank you to all those who donated items their winning score of 355 points. Three riders were presented with the “Rider to support our efforts,” said Executive Director Ruth Menor. “We are so lucky to be surrounded of the Year Award” as well. The riders honored
“Buck Off” Finals winners Sophie’s Swingers.
included Juan Burbano, Connor Pulver, and Olivia Witt. After receiving her award, Olivia’s mother, Veronica Witt, stepped up to the podium and explained the impact the VTRC has made in her family’s life. “A few years ago, one of Olivia’s doctors asked if we would consider adding equine therapy to Olivia’s therapeutic regimen. The layers of hurt and isolation melted away, and now Olivia will talk about Vinceremos to anyone. Her life is a very poignant example of what can be accomplished through the amazing horses at the VTRC and the incredibly capable staff and volunteers who guide the clients through a wonderful experience,” Veronica explained. The VTRC’s “Volunteers of the Year” for 2012 were Amelia England, Zoe Morrow, Danielle Zembrzuski, and Sheila Galera. Volunteers to Vinceremos are as important as the horses— without their commitment and loyalty, the programs and riders at VTRC would not be able to operate and share the magic that makes Vinceremos a place where everyday challenges are met with a spirit of gentle determination and celebrations take place for the smallest successes. For more information on Vinceremos Therapeutic Riding Center, visit www.vinceremos.com. APRIL 2012
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A gracious colonial, circa 1760, in a bucolic country setting on 10.49 acres of rolling lawns and gardens. The estate includes a large barn with attached greenhouse and workshop and a picturesque pond. Abutting the property is a 33 acre parcel of town land with trails leading to the Norfolk Hunt club.
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Amazing Farm Land 45 + Acres with riding trails and a small pond. A great place for horses or animals, was a working farm. Open pasture and wooded areas. Information on Perks available for a potential for a subdivision of the property. $1,699,000.
Gentlemanâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Horse Farm on 5.65 Acres, 2 stalls, garage & barn. Beautiful grounds with a very private feeling framed by trees. Farmhouse built in 1981 with hardwood and wide pine floors, wrap around farmers porch. $639,000.
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BEAUTIFUL OCALA FLORIDA HORSE RANCH, Live the dream life. Ride horses or swim in your pool. Plenty of secure riding amid gorgeous horse farms, sprinkled with Florida sunshine. Spectacular 4 bed/3bath plus office custom home for your enjoyment plus large barn. Don’t you deserve this lifestyle. CONTACT: 352-351-4957, Ocala Horse Ranches Realty. See online: FastAd: #845996.
BOARDING STALL IN QUIET, PRIVATE BARN WITH INDOOR. $300/month, plus co-op one A.M. or P.M./wk. Nd. Ref. CONTACT: 978-632-3604. Templeton, MA.
BUGGIES SPIDER PHAETON IMPORTED FROM POLAND. Navy blue/pinstriping. Shafts & Pole included. CONTACT: 508-693-4289. Online photo: FastAd: #846422.
EARLY 1900’s SHOW PHAETON made by The French Carriage Co. Excellent condition. Priced at $4,000. CONTACT: 508-528-6176. See Foto Show: FastAd: #846866.
CAMPS “LADIES ONLY” RAMEY EQUESTRIAN SCHOOL, Rockport, Indiana, May 13-18 & September 16-21, CONTACT: 270-570-3054, www.rameycamps.com.
EVENTS CRAFT FAIR - MAY 12, 10:00 A.M. - 3:00 P.M. at Ashland High School, 65 E. Union Street. Benefits Metro Humane Society. Quality handmade items! CONTACT: 508-881-7856.
FOR SALE REGISTERED CHAMPAIGN AMERICAN WARMBLOOD
FLORIDA HORSE PROPERTIES! The prices have never been better! CONTACT: 321-271-5739, United Country Bobby Mutter Realty.
HELP WANTED WANTED FOR SMALL COED CENTRAL NEW HAMPSHIRE SUMMER CAMP: live-in lead counselor for horseback riding program for 8 weeks this summer: June 17 – August 11. Must be 21 or older and able to teach basic riding in ring and on trails to kids from ages 7 to 15. Will supervise our 6-horse stable and 3 other counselors at our riding ring and may have cabin responsibilities for 5-8 campers. Typical summer camp job: one day and one night off each week, one hour off during day, pay at end of summer camp season. $2000-$2500. CONTACT: 781-335-0536 or email adventures@ campquinebarge.com. THE NORTH SHORE HORSEMEN’S ASSOCIATION is seeking a show secretary for its Pleasure Shows. There are 5 pleasure shows from May to September and all are held on Sundays at Senator Bell Farm in Chester, NH. The shows are NEHC “AA” – “C” rated, NHH&TA “A” rated and are Granite State Appaloosa pointed. The show secretary will provide his/her own assistant secretary if possible but all other staff is hired by the Show Committee. Salary will include the assistant secretary and will be commensurate with applicant’s experience. For more information contact: Paula Newton at 603-380-4919 or send resume to psaltspra@comcast.net.
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SERVICES NATURAL BALANCE EQUINE DENTISTRY. Wendy Bryant EQDT. Restoring Motion through Balancing in the Equine Mouth. Improve Topline. Maximize Performance. Increase Flexion. Trained & Certified under Spencer LaFlure “The Equine Tooth Fairy.” Advanced Whole Horse Dentistry. CONTACT: 413-237-8887 or w-bryant@ comcast.net. Online photo: FastAd: #844416.
TRAILERS 2005 30 FT. TRAILCRUISER TAGALONG. Sleeps 4-6, hardly used. All amenities, full bath, big closets. Perfect for showing. $13,500 OBO. CONTACT: 860-428-0811.
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REAL ESTATE REGISTERED CHAMPAIGN AMERICAN WARMBLOOD Wonderful mare foaled in September 2002 from registered Champaign sire and Belgian dame. Extensive training over the last 18 months make this horse ideal for eventing, dressage, or casual riding. Professionally trained English. Located in Groton, MA. CONTACT: 978-448-2566 or dennis.eklof@verizon.net. See online: FastAd: #847054.
EQUESTRIAN CENTER FOR SALE. Manchester, ME. 23 stalls, indoor arena, access to trails, 2 large apartments and more. $499,000. Contact: 207-213-4332. BREATHTAKING HORSE BREEDING RANCH. Combine your love of horses, and the beautiful California landscape and call this paradise home. Custom home with three barns, and 31 sprawling acres. Three wells means never having to worry about water. Plenty of riding space and room for horses whether this is your business, or just for pleasure. Call for details!
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AffiliAtes Bay State Trail Riders Association, Inc. Membership Form Memberships are from January 1 through December 31 and include a free subscription to the Horsemenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Yankee Pedlar and Massachusetts Horse Type of Membership: â?? New
â?? Renewal â?? Single $20 â?? Family $30 â?? Individual Lifetime Membership $350
Name________________________________________________ If you would like to be active in a local
CONNECTICUT MORGAN HORSE ASSOCIATION President: Melissa Curtis, 477 Dowd Ave., Canton, CT 06019; 860-693-2248. Vice President: Will Filosi, 321 Rt. 165, Preston, CT 06365; 860-887-6831. Secretary: Debra Becroft, 67 Hanover St., Yalesville, CT 06492; Treasurer: Lisa Cocco, 71 Old Farms Road, Cheshire, CT 06410; 203-699-8447; Membership: Melissa Curtis, 477 Dowd Ave., Canton, CT 06109; 860-693-2248.
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Last Name
â?? HERD South Eastern MA Chapter
Address
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Town__________________________________________________I would like to Help State____________ Zip___________ Phone_________________
Connecticut Morgan Horse Membership Application
â?? by volunteering for trail work days
City
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â?? with other projects that might be needed
â?? I do not want my name released on any mailing lists
â?? with________________________
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bstra@charter.net www.bstra.org
Mail this form along with your check made payable to BSTRA to: Rose Zariczny, Secretary, 216 Grand Street, Woonsocket, RI 02895; For more information call 401-762-4805.
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Horse Nominations ($25.00 per horse)
(please list children under 18 with birthdays and name of horse nominated on separate piece of paper.)
Children under 18
DOB
Horse(s) Nominated for Year End Awards Please make check payable to CMHA, Inc. and mail with application to: Melissa Curtis, 477 Dowd Ave., Canton, CT 06019.
Charles River Dressage Association Membership Application
Colonial Carriage and Driving Society Membership Application Form YES, Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;d like to be a member for $25
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Zip
Telephone
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CHARLES RIVER DRESSAGE ASSOCIATION, President: Linda Currie, 617-974-4441, l.currie@comcast. net; Vice President: Kate Champa, 401-351-1683, kchampa@earthlink.net; Membership Director: Carol Burkhart, 508-359-9961, carol.burkhart@comcast.net. ____Junior (DOB__/__/__) ____Adult Amateur ____ Professional _____ Vintage (50-59) _____Masters (60+)
Name: Address:
Address _____________________________________________________________________________ City _________________________________________ State ____________________ Zip __________ Telephone ___________________________________________________________________________
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My/our driving interests are: ( ) Pleasure ( ) Educational Seminars ( ) Carriage Horse ( ) Competition ( ) Draft Horse
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Colonial Carriage and Driving Society Kay Konove, P.O. Box 1593, Stockbridge, MA 01262
Connecticut Dressage & Combined Training Association, Inc.
We are a USDF Group Member Organization and a USEA affiliate. Dues: â?&#x2019; *OEJWJEVBM ZFBST â?&#x2019; $35 Junior VOEFS â?&#x2019; $55 Family (includes 2 members) â?&#x2019; 64%' GFF GPS FBDI BEEJUJPOBM GBNJMZ NFNCFS .FNCFSTIJQ ZFBS JT %FDFNCFS stm/PWFNCFS th/EARLY BIRD SPECIAL 4JHO VQ CFGPSF +BO HFU B EJTDPVOU
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Connecticut Ranch Horse Association Membership Form Mail form and a check made out to CT Ranch Horse Association to: Andrea Hills, 772 Brooks Rd., Middletown, CT 06457. Name: ____________________________________________________
Membership: $25.00/person; $15.00 for each additional family member
Address: _____________________________________________________________________________
Address: ___________________________________________________________________________________
City: ________________________________ State:____________________ Zip:____________________
City: ______________________________________ State:____________________ Zip:____________________
Phone: ___________________________ Email: ______________________________________________
Day Phone: _________________________________ Evening Phone: __________________________________
Tell us about yourself and your experience: Team Penning and Roping: Prior and/or current rating: Team Penning: _________ Roping: __________
Email: _____________________________________________________________________________________ Family Memberships Only: List the additional names and dates of birth (for Juniors only). To help us to plan activities, please answer the following questions: My primary interest is in: â?&#x2019; Dressage Will you volunteer? â?&#x2019; yes â?&#x2019; no
â?&#x2019; Combined Training
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visit our website: www.cdctaonline.com email us: cdcta@cdctaonline.com
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Connecticut Trail Rides Association, Inc. Membership Application
Connecticut Horse Shows Association, Inc. 2012 Membership Application â??
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Name Address
State
Phone
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TOTAL AMOUNT ENCLOSED $________________ INTERESTS: â?? Hunter â?? Jumper â?? Breed â?? Western â?? Pleasure â?? Dressage Do you wish to receive the Pedlar from CHSA? â?? Yes â?? No â?? We agreed to abide by the rules set forth by CHSA, if applicable, I declare that I am an Amateur in accordance with â&#x20AC;&#x153;USEF Article
â?&#x2019; Individual Membership (Must be 18 years old) ..................................................................................... $25.00 â?&#x2019; Family Membership (Includes children under 18 years old) .............................................................. $30.00 â?&#x2019; Lifetime Membership .................................................................................................................................... $255.00 â?&#x2019; Lot Dues ................................................................................................................................................................ $45.00 â?&#x2019; Stall Dues ($5.00 per stall) ................................................................................................................................ $5.00 â?&#x2019; New Members one time charge ................................................................................................................... $10.00 s .EW -EMBERS ONLY "EFORE PAYING FOR A CAMP SITE YOU MUST CONTACT THE CAMP DIRECTOR Ann Dominick at 352-208-1809. s 9OUR NAME WILL BE PUT ON THE LOT LIST IN THE ORDER THEY ARE RECEIVED 9OU CANNOT HOLD A LOT unless you have a horse. Amount Enclosed $ .AME
GR808 Amateur Status.â&#x20AC;? SIGNATURE ______________________________ (If junior, parent or guardian must sign) DATE ______________ *A Family is a married couple or parent(s) and all children under 18. If showing Walk/Trot or Jog Divisions, please identify (S)addle, (W)estern or (H)unt seat. Show entries must be made using registered name or points will not count.
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Make checks payable to CHSA and mail to: CHSA Membership, c/o G. Jensen, 195 Wildwood Drive, Cheshire, CT 06410. Points accrue immediately upon receipt of application and dues by Show/Steward at a CHSA Member Show or the postmark date of an application and dues by the Membership Chairman.
-AKE CHECKS PAYABLE TO #42! AND MAIL APPLICATION TO +IM $ORE #42! SECRETARY ,ITCHFIELD 2D -ORRIS #4 06763 s $UES MUST BE PAID BY -ARCH ST IN ORDER TO RECEIVE YOUR YEARLY SUBSCRIPTION of the Horsemenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Yankee Pedlar and to hold your lots.
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AffiliAtes New England Pinto Association Membership Application
Green Mountain Horse Association
www.nepinto.com
NEW ENGLAND PINTO HORSE ASSOC, President: Paula Laughlin; Vice President: Johnathan Blake; Treasurer: John Weigel; Secretary: Jac Cunningham.
Send to: Kate Hair, 31 South Road, Oakham, MA 01068. Memberships run from 1/1/12 through 12/31/12. I hereby apply for and enclose payment for the following type of membership:
For membership information on Green Mountain Horse Association, visit
www.gmhainc.org
New ❑ Renewal ❑
Individual:
$31. per year
Youth (18 and under) Birth Date:
$29. per year
Family:
$34. per year
Children’s Name:
Date of Birth:
Name:
Address:
Town:
State:
Zip:
Phone:
E-mail Address:
Maine Horse Association, Inc. Membership Application 2012 Each membership is entitled to a membership card and subscription to the MHA official publication (January 1 – December 31). Return to: Dollie Hutchins, 9 Bauneg Beg Rd., Sanford, ME 04073 Type of Membership Requested:
❏ Family: $35.00 / $25.00 if received before March 1st (Includes husband, wife and all children aged 17 & under listed below.) Adult: ____________ Youth:____________ Age 17 & under. Date of birth required below. ❏ Individual: $30.00 / $20.00 if received before March 1st
❏ Individual Life: $250.00
Name_______________________________________________Spouse_________________________________ Address_____________________________________________________________________________________ City_________________________________________________State__________________Zip Code__________ Phone No. (____)_____________________________ Names and birthdates of all children 17 & under:
1. _________________________________________ 2. ________________________________________
For information on the Norfolk Hunt Club visit:
3. _________________________________________ 4. ________________________________________
www.norfolkhunt.com
Please enclose a check made out to the Maine Horse Association for the following: Membership Fee $________ Total $________
www.mainehorseassoc.com
Northeast Miniature Horse Club Membership Application
Interested in learning more about Barrel Racing? Find the district in your area and get involved today!
Welcome! Our club is proud to offer three levels of membership. All members are listed on the club’s website and receive our electronic newsletter, which includes periodic updates on our rescue/emergency activities and any rescue horses available for adoption. Dues are assessed on a calendar year basis. * All memberships include the entire household; adults and children, and one vote is allotted to each household for meeting and election purposes.
#1 in Barrel Racing Where Beginners Can Be Winners For more information and a downloadable membership form visit www.nbha.com or call 706-722-7223
❑ Blue Ribbon ~ $25 ~ includes all adults and children in the household; ❑
Supreme Champion ~ $75 ~ Receives all the benefits of Grand Champion membership plus a $25 donation made to our Grand Champion ~ $50 ~ Receives all the membership benefits club’s Rescue/Emergency Fund. plus advertising space on our website’s Sponsorship Page (photo or ❑ Donation ~ Please accept the enclosed donation to the business card) and a link to member’s web site. club’s Rescue/Emergency Fund. receipt of our electronic newsletter; and one vote in club elections.
❑
Membership Information
Name: _____________________________________ Email: ____________________________________ Address: ___________________________________ Website: __________________________________ City/State/Zip:_______________________________ Phone: ___________________________________
❑ I do not wish to have my email published on the club’s website Names of Adult Members: ________________________________________________________________ Youth Members (with ages): ______________________________________________________________
We Hope You’ll Join Us! Total Enclosed $______ Checks should be made payable to Northeast Miniature Horse Club. Send with this form to Virginia Gonsalves, 1138 Pleasant St., Raynham, MA 02767
Northwest Connecticut Draft Horse Association Membership Application
The Rhode Island Driving Club, Inc.
The Northwest Connecticut Draft Horse Association was formed in 1989 by a group of men (the first night about 40 men showed up, later joined by many females) interested in learning more about and promoting the draft horse. The mission of the group was to inform and educate the general public about the history and use of the draft horse. The public events sponsored by the club and the many informative programs at club meetings accomplished this mission. The horse owners were happy to get their horses and old-time equipment in front of the public at the many events they sponsored---a Fall Field Day, now named after two of our charter members who were so instrumental in the early success of the day, Bucky Ballard and Frank Colburn. Sleigh riding always paints such a nostalgic picture and they sponsored many sleigh rallies at both the Goshen and Harwinton Fairgrounds. Now the June “Dust--Off” is added to the list of sponsored events. The ownership of a horse is not necessary to join the club, just the interest in the draft horse, a desire to make new friends who are also interested in draft horses and a willingness to help out at our events. The annual dues are $20 per person, due each January 1. For this $20 you have one vote on any issues before the club, you receive a newsletter each month, refreshments and a program at each meeting. We also try to hold events for members and guests only at no cost. We have a good time together and draft horse people are friendly and helpful. To become a member of the NWCDHA send your check for $20 to Treasurer Donna Marciano, 47 Stoneridge Drive, Torrington, CT 06790. We hope you consider joining. We are sure you will enjoy being a member of our club.
THE RHODE ISLAND DRIVING CLUB, INC., President: Marguerite Tomany - 860-923-3302. Vice President: Cat Luce; Treasurer: Bonnie Jean; Secretary: Christine Bailey. Name Town
Address State
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Zip
Phone
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Name:_______________________________________________________________________________ Address: _____________________________________________________________________________ City: __________________________________________ State _______________ Zip ______________ Phone Number: _______________________________________________________________________ Do you own a horse?____________________________ Breed_________________________________
Send membership applications to: Bonnie Jean 100 Monson Rd. Wales, MA 01081
The Rhode Island Driving Club, Inc.
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AFFILIATES Yankee Walkers, Gaited Horses of New England
Saratoga Driving Association Membership Form Dues: Still only $25.00 per year, payable to SDA
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Julie Dillon, President: horsefeathersnh@comcast.net Loren Stevens, First Vice President of ME & NH: lhhstevens@myfairpoint.net Ellen Flatley, Secretary/Treasurer: efequus@roadrunner.com
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Name
Name:________________________________________________________________________________
Address
Address:______________________________________________________________________________ Phone: ___________________________________
Phone (H)
Email: ____________________________________
Year End Award Nominations: Name of Horse: _______________________________________________
(W)
Nomination: $12/horse and/or $6/rider x ______________(# of horses and/or riders) = ______________
Family/children
TWHBEA Reg.#: _________________ Individual or Youth membership $20.00_______________ Family membership $25.00______________
Please mail this form with check to: Joanne Cholakis, Treasurer, 23 Beacon Ave, Albany, NY 12203
Southern New Hampshire Dressage and Combined Training Association, Inc. I hereby apply for membership to SNHDCTA and enclose payment of $_________. Membership includes affiliate membership to USDF, USEA & The Horsemenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Yankee Pedlar, newsletters, and reduced clinic, lecture and SNHDCTA show entry fees. Membership year is December 1 - November 30th. For a full list of benefits visit our website: www.snhdcta.org
Name ____________________________________________________________________________ Address ___________________________________________________________________________ City _____________________________________ State ________________ Zip ________________ Phone ____________________________ Jr. Rider (under 18) D.O.B. ____________________________ Email ____________________________________________________________________________ Please provide your email so we can provide you with up to date information
Please Make Checks Payable to: S.N.H.D.C.T.A, Inc. â?? $3 Membership â?? Main Interest Dressage â?? Main Interest Combined Training â?? Check here if you are willing to volunteer at club events. â?? !DDITIONAL $ONATION ??????????????
This organization is a USDF Group Member Organization; and its members are automatically USDF Group Members and USEA Affiliate members. Mail your check to Membership $IRECTOR: 3TEFANIE 2OSSETTI +ENNEDY (ILL 2D 'OFFSTOWN .( Your contributions are tax deductible.
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Crown Hay & Feed . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 130 Kent Feeds . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 72 Life Data Labs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 72 Nutrena Feeds . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 Purina Mills . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
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Fencing Springfield Fence . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 87 Wellscroft Fence System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 85
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Martin Auctioneers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 87
Attwood Equestrian Surfaces . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27 North Brook Farms . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 82
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Dear Mouth, I have recently moved to a property with a barn and substantial pasture so I will be able to bring home my boarded horse, plus adopt a companion horse for him. I was feeling great about this until I read an article about poisonous plants that can be lethal to horses. I even read a story about a man out in Colorado who had to put down four horses with irreversible liver damage from Hounds Tongue, which was dried and mixed in with the hay he’d been feeding them all winter. How can I make sure my horses will be safe? I know there are books and websites with photos of poisonous plants, but many are still difficult to identify because they look very similar to nonpoisonous plants. I don’t mind telling you that I’m now extremely worried and I need your advice. Paranoid about Pasture in Powell, NH
Dear Paranoid, You are correct when you say there are many poisonous plants with disastrous results. But not all of them are in your backyard; what you find in Colorado you will not necessarily find in New Hampshire or elsewhere in the East. The other good news is that most poisonous plants are either hairy, spiny, or taste really yucky to 170
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us horses; for the most part we know how to avoid them. If I were you I would begin with a list of what you are most apt to find in your area and do a thorough search of your pasture. If you are unable to recognize whether or not a plant is poisonous just follow my rule: When in doubt, pull it out. There are also herbicides used for killing noxious weeds, but first make sure the herbicide itself isn’t damaging to animals. If you are still in doubt and are feeling especially insecure you can contact an extension agent in your area to come out and help you identify troublesome plants. You can find your local extension office at www.csrees.gov/extension. As for hay and bedding (bedding can contain black walnut shavings known to cause laminitis) try and purchase both from local suppliers. Ask your boarding facility where they get theirs. If you can’t purchase from their suppliers (sometimes you have to buy in bulk) ask if they know local producers who sell in smaller quantities. While I’m all for getting out information about anything that might be harmful to horses or other animals, I also recognize information overload, which can lead to paralyzing anxiety—everything has its risks and you can’t control everything. You’ve Heard it Straight From The Horse’s Mouth
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