The Event at Rebecca Farm program 2019

A WORLD CLASS EQUESTRIAN TRIATHLON JULY 24-28, 2019 HOST OF THE NORTH AMERICAN YOUTH CHAMPIONSHIPS

OFFICIAL 2019 PROGRAM Presented by Montana Equestrian Events, Inc.

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CONTENTS 4 LEGACY AND THE FUTURE Welcome to The Event at Rebecca Farm.

6 FOREWORD From Ingmar de Vos, FEI president 8 COMPETITION SCHEDULE 10 THANKS TO OUR SPONSORS AND PATRONS The Event at Rebecca Farm would not be possible without these valuable contributors.

14 ORGANIZING TEAM These hard-working individuals manage the event.

18 OFFICIALS Judges, stewards, and technical delegates ensure a fair and fun event.

19 2018 RESULTS A look back at last year’s winners.

20 SHOP ’TIL YOU DROP! Check out the Shopping Fair for tack, clothing, and keepsakes.

46 GET INVOLVED WITH HORSES Love The Event?

Get in the saddle!

24 A SPECTATOR’S GUIDE TO EVENTING The ultimate test of horse and rider

48 REBECCA FARM SPECIAL PERSON The Cajuns are integral to The Event at Rebecca Farm.

BY STACEY NEDROW-WIGMORE

32 30 YEARS OF EVENTING Celebrating the history of eventing in the Flathead Valley

BY KATIE NAVARRA

50 SNOW, SKIS, AND HORSES Winter brings the sport of skijoring to Rebecca Farm.

BY AMBER HEINTZBERGER

40 A HORSE OF A DIFFERENT COLOR A look at the breeds and types of horses competing

BY KATIE NAVARRA

42 MAKING A BIG DIFFERENCE Flathead Cancer Aid Services helps families in surprising ways.

52 LAST YEAR IN PICTURES! PHOTOS BY BRIAN EKLUND

54 THIERIOT STUTES AND BAXTER RECEIVE GRANTS The USEA Foundation nurtures eventing talent.

68 MAP OF THE EVENT AT REBECCA FARM

BY ALISSA KINNEY MOE

SPECIAL SECTION 58 THE NORTH AMERICAN YOUTH CHAMPIONSHIPS

62 INTRODUCTION TO NAYC AND OUR OFFICIALS

58 WELCOME YOUNG RIDERS USEF President Murray Kessler and Allyn Mann, Adequan, Title Sponsor

64 2018 NAYC WINNERS 68 FAMILY STRONG Eventing and competing as a family

BY KATIE NAVARRA

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COVER:

Thirty years of eventing in the Flathead Valley COVER DESIGN BY SNOWGHOST DESIGN THIS PAGE: PHOTO BY SHANNON BRINKMAN

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WELCOME TO THE EVENT AT REBECCA FARM!

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FROM SARAH BROUSSARD AND FAMILY

ach year, our team has the great privilege of welcoming North America’s top eventers to compete here at Rebecca Farm. This year we again look forward to hosting hundreds of competitors and thousands of spectators. However, this year is a very special one, as it marks 30 years of sanctioned eventing in the Flathead Valley.

What started out as a grassroots operation organized by a small group of riders has grown into one of the largest equine triathlon competitions in North America. In the early days, competitions were held in a county park and the trade fair consisted of a single vendor. Spectators were mostly friends and family members, and the jumps were constructed by the competitors themselves out of everything from hay bales to cords of wood.

Things have changed a lot since then — we’ve relocated to the rolling grounds west of Kalispell and expanded to include a CCI4 star long course. Today’s jumps are sophisticated and artfully designed, and we host hundreds of competitors rather than handfuls.

Even through all of the changes, our foundation has remained unchanged. The importance of the local community is paramount. Without help from our dedicated volunteers, generous local businesses, and wonderful spectators, we would not be where we are today. Thanks to that support, we’ve been able to provide a home for upper-level eventing in the West. Over the years, The Event has also given back to the community. The Event brings millions of dollars into the Valley; non-profit Montana Equestrian Events has raised thousands more for cancer research and support services through its initiative, Halt Cancer at X. We’re grateful to be part of such a giving community. Thank you for joining us for the 2019 Event at Rebecca Farm! We look forward to making the next 30 years as incredible as the first.

SINCERELY,

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SARAH BROUSSARD EVENT ORGANIZER

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BY THE FEI PRESIDENT

n behalf of the Fédération Equestre Internationale, it is with great pride I welcome you to Kalispell, Montana, for the FEI Eventing North American Youth Championships 2019. This pinnacle event will highlight the growing, dynamic, thriving equestrian landscape of youth in North America.

Over the next week, we will witness young talents showcase their skills in Eventing as they aim for the medals up for grabs. Historically, these championships have proven pivotal in launching new contenders onto the periphery of global recognition and fame. They also contribute to promoting, securing and advancing the future of one of our universally admired and respected Olympic equestrian disciplines.

Eventing requires feats of athleticism, and values of camaraderie, integrity and unparalleled horsemanship.

The key to success, at any level, whether at a youth championship or on the Olympic stage is the relationship of trust, combined with hard work, formed between horse and rider. As an annual feature on the FEI calendar, the North American Youth Championships provides partnerships an ideal platform to gain confidence, experience and to learn how to rise to a championship occasion.

Over the past few years, the eyes of the equestrian world have been firmly fixed on North America. It was incredible to see the top-flight of the sport in action at last year’s FEI World Equestrian Games™ in Tryon. This week, attention will once again turn to North America, with a specific focus on the next generation of stars; unearthing talent, igniting passion and creating a global reputation for our up-and-coming athletes. Competitors will have the opportunity to meet, share and learn from their peers, forging lasting friendships and making memories along the way. I hope you are all as excited as I am, to witness young talents take a step, towards what could be, a future career in our sport.

To all the athletes, their families and support teams, I wish you a fantastic event and the best of luck! To the organizers, volunteers, officials and sponsors I send my heartfelt thanks for investing in the future of the sport.

Finally, to all the fans, I hope you will enjoy this event brought to you by such a dynamic team and wish you a memorable and enjoyable time, conducted in the spirit of great horsemanship.

INGMAR DE VOS FEI PRESIDENT

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SCHEDULE

SCHEDULE OF EVENTS SATURDAY, JULY 27: CROSS-COUNTRY & SHOW JUMPING

TUESDAY, JULY 23:

3 p.m. Cross-Country Course Open — Horse Trials divisions 5:30 p.m. Competitor Briefing — FEI & HT 8:30 a.m. – 6 p.m. Rebecca Farm Office Hours

WEDNESDAY, JULY 24:

8 a.m. – 6 p.m. Dressage: Arenas 3–6, Novice and Training 10 a.m. Horse Inspection

8 a.m. – 6 p.m. Cross-Country: CCIOY3*-S, CCI3*-L, CCI4*-L, CCI4*-S, CCIJ2*-L, CCI2*-L

10 a.m. – 4 p.m. Show Jumping: Intermediate, Preliminary

11 a.m. – 5 p.m. Show Jumping: Novice & Training Three-Day

Novice and Training Three-Day NAYC CCI2*-L, CCI3*-L, CCI4*-S, CCI4*-L

THURSDAY, JULY 25: DRESSAGE & CROSS-COUNTRY

10 a.m. – 6 p.m. Shopping Fair & Kid Zone 7:30 – 11 p.m. Event Dinner and Live Music in the Pavilion Tickets available at the Hospitality Tent at Shopping Fair: Adults $25 • Kids Under Ten $15

SUNDAY, JULY 28: SHOW JUMPING

3 p.m. Cross-Country Course Open — FEI and NAYC 7 a.m. – 6 p.m. Rebecca Farm Office Hours

7 a.m. – 6 p.m. Rebecca Farm Office Hours

8 a.m Horse Inspection — CCIJ2*L, CCIY3*-S 9:00 a.m. Horse Inspection — CCI2*-L, CCI3*-L, CCI4*-S, CCI4*-L

10 a.m. – 3:30 p.m. Show Jumping CCI2*-L, CCI3*-L, CCI4*-S, CCI4*-L

8 a.m. – 5:30 p.m. Dressage: Arenas 1–6, CCI2*-L, Novice and Training Three-Day,

CCIJ2*L, CCIY3*-S

Intermediate, Preliminary

8:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. CCIOY3*-S Dressage, Arena 2

7 a.m. – 6 p.m. Rebecca Farm Office Hours 10 a.m. – 6 p.m. Shopping Fair Hours

8 a.m. – 5:15 p.m. Dressage: Arena 1, CCI2*-L, CCI3*-L, CCI4*-S, CCI4*-L

8:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. CCIJ2*-L Dressage, Arena 2

8 a.m. – 6 p.m. Cross-Country: Preliminary, Novice & Training Three-Day, Intermediate

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10 a.m. – 3 p.m. Shopping Fair & Kid Zone Hours

8 am-6 p.m. Cross-Country: Novice & Training

FRIDAY, JULY 26: DRESSAGE, CROSS-COUNTRY & SHOW JUMPING

7 a.m. – 5 p.m. Rebecca Farm Office Hours

8 a.m.-6 p.m. Show Jumping: Novice and Training 7 a.m. – 6 p.m. Rebecca Farm Office Hours 10 a.m. – 6 p.m. Shopping Fair & Kid Zone Hours

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AWARDS CEREMONY TO FOLLOW THE CONCLUSION OF EACH DIVISION. Please note this is a tentative schedule and subject to change.

CHECK SCHEDULES AND RESULTS.

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SPONSORS

Thank you to the 2019 sponsors of The Event at Rebecca Farm

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We regret any omission of sponsor names and logos received after the program deadline.

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SPONSORS

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American Horse Trials Foundation, Inc.

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PATRONS

REBECCA FARM PATRONS PLUS Tommy and Linda Greco Brian and Norma Murray, Sean Murray

TC and Claudine MF Origitano

JANE KARAS

REBECCA FARM PATRONS Ruth and David Ackroyd

Melissa Hollatz and Joseph Weber

Sarah Stevenson

Antarès Sellier USA

Wink and Joy Jordan

Frank and Paula Sweeney

Auburn Laboratories, Inc.

Kalispell Convention & Visitor Bureau

R.G. Thomas Professional Corp.

John S. Chaney

Randy and Carol Kozlowski

Katie Van Alstyne

Nina and Tim Gardner

Kramer Family Fund/Whitefish Community Foundation

Elizabeth White and Felicia Spencer

Anne Hackman-Morris

Mark and Lyn Kuhr

Kay and Bob Willmarth/Lori Stafford/Cathy Covey

Mike and Sandra Harp

Meadow Lake Development Corp.

Bet and Doug Wise

Arthur and Katherine Harris

The Messmer Family

Darrell S. Worm

Hillbilly Farms Sport Horses

Martin and Sherrie Myers

Andy and Pat Young

The Hogan Family

Joseph and Lisa Navone

Anonymous

Mike and Michelle Chisholm

PJ Rismon

In Honor of Lori Tragesser

We regret any omission of sponsor names and logos received after the program deadline.

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TEAM

ORGANIZING TEAM Event Director: Jerome Broussard Event Organizer & Spokesperson: Sarah Broussard Operations Coordinator: Alison Heppner Accounting Coordinator: Jennifer Johnson Development Coordinator: Marcia Spano Secretary: Christina Gray Office Staff: Katie Trafton, Lia van der Wal, Alyssa Dobrotin

NAYC “High Five” Coordinator: Howard Simpson NAYC Catering Services: MacKenzie River Pizza, Jimmy Johns, Krispy Kreme, Buffalo Wild Wings, Sykes Market, and Flathead Valley Community College Chief Timer/Starter: Joy Jordan Roads and Tracks Coordinator: Jude McKenzie Timers/Starters: Jody Collins, Mary Kay Wilson, Lynda Osborne, Mary Haase, and Tim Hinderman Scorers: The Scoring Chix

Cross Country Jump Judge Coordinator: Kurstie Hammel

Treating Veterinarians: Bob Genovese and Kevin Morrell

Dressage Coordinator: Heidi Diegel

Veterinary Hospital: LaSalle Equine Clinic

Show Jumping Coordinator: Cathy Rasch Assistant: Erica Burlingame

Public Relations: Courtenay Sprunger, Big Sky Public Relations; Frankie Thieriot-Stutes, Athletux

Classic Series Education Coordinator: Max Corcoran

Shopping Fair Coordinator: Alison Heppner On-Site Supervisor: Danny Hooper Crew: James Hooper, Matt Hooper, and Meg Brummel

Cross-Country Course Builder: Bert Wood Crew: Danny Serafini, Adri Doyle, Louis Blankenship, Manuela Propfe, and David Cathcart Flowers: Kris Wood and Erin Serafini Control: Malcolm Hook, Travis Jennings, Ann Haller, and Pat Linnan Announcers: Ed Holloway, Travis Jennings, Malcolm Hook, and Joe Carbonari Safety Officer: Mindi Passons Veterinarian Coordinator: Bob Genovese, DVM Ambulance Services Provided By: West Valley Volunteer Fire & Rescue Stabling Coordinator: Louise Leslie Assistant: Jani Mortensen NAYC Hospitality Coordinator/Liason: Rosemary Thomas Assistant to NAYC Hospitality Coordinator: Monica Brickman 14

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Hospitality Coordinators: Elizabeth Lendrum, Mildred Shaw, and Rebecca Broussard Assistant: Katherine Keener Ambassadors and Crew: John Shaw Chaney, Mia Furst, Jane Manzella, Nonnie Hopper, Jeannette Leighton, Erin Hofmann, Kate McGuinness Graham, Claire Lowry, Melodi Marchiafava, Wes Keener, Peggy Henderson, and Bill Mulcahy Shuttle Drivers: Daniel Quinn, Patrick Koontz, and Tim Roe Chief Purchasing Coordinator: John Shaw Chaney

Cover/Creative/Design: Snowghost Design Event Videographer: Debi and Bob Ravenscroft, Ride On Video Event Photographer: Shannon Brinkman Rebecca Farm Photographer: Jeff Lendrum Catering Coordinator: Les Simon Crew: Beth Simon, Josh McGriff, Megan Groves, Emily Martin, Timberly Barton, Heather Barton, Colleen Johansen, Maren Schuman, Dennis Pfeiffer, and Baylor Johnson Volunteer Catering Coordinators: Maria Bienvenu and Livvy Bienvenu; Café Bienvenu Crew: Linda Greco, Suzanne Keel, Jeff Lendrum, and Peggy Henderson, and Janis Skyba Distribution Coordinator: Kim Turner Crew: Kaleb Turner Catering Services Provided By: 406 Catering, Bonelli’s Bistro, Desoto Grill, Tamarack, Great Northern Brewing Co., Pepsi, and Flathead Valley Community College Farm Management Coordinator: Cathy Rasch Farm Crew: Grace Collins, Gage Magone, Hudson Magone, Tim Eash, Daren Weimaraner, Garrett Jewett, Kade McCutcheon, Tobias Barton, Alyssa Hammel, Ashley Hammel, Lindsey Hammel, Kim Turner, Kyler Turner, Kaleb Turner, Kim Vierra, Taylor Diehl, Scott Rossman, Kestra Gorder, and Toby Deigel Awards Coordinator: Nikki Oaks Assistants: Jane Karas, Katsy Keel, Julie Gardner, and Leslie Mercord Golf Cart Recovery Team: Henri Bienvenu, Reuben Bienvenu, and Butch Thornton

The Event Store: Olivia Krause, Cajun Design LLC Program Project Management/Publisher: E-Squared Editorial Services Editor: Emily Esterson Art Director: Glenna Stocks Managing Editor: Sarah Williams

Communications Coordinator: Daren Wieferich Computer Services: Greg Naive, Flathead Apple Service Travel Arrangements: Lisa Drye, Flathead Travel Service

American Helping Riders and Event Organizers pay for their Training and Competition Expenses

Good Luck to all competitors at the 18th annual The Event at Rebecca Farm If you would like to assist equestrian athletes, or are a rider or organizer needing financial support, contact the Foundation today.

American Horse Trials Foundation, Inc. 363 North Loomis St, Southwick, MA 01077 Phone: 413-454-4158 ahtf@att.net The American Horse Trials Foundation, Inc. is a Non-Profit Tax Exempt Corporation - IRS Section 501 (c)(3).

All Contributions are Tax Deductible to the Extent Allowed by Law, Federal I.D. 52-1495923

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OFFICIALS

Patricia Clifton

Catherine Texter Baker

Pat Maykuth

Scoring Chix

FEI TECHNICAL DELIGATE

FEI ASST. STEWARD

H.T. TECHNICAL DELEGATE

SCORING

Andrew Temkin

Beth Davidson

Sarah Rajoy

Marc Donovan

FEI ASST. TECHNICAL DELEGATE

FEI ASST. STEWARD

ASST. TECHNICAL DELEGATE

SHOW JUMPING DESIGNER

Bobby Stevenson

Cyndi Kurth

Bea diGrazia

Chris Barnard

FEI PRESIDENT OF GROUND JURY

FEI ASST. STEWARD

PRESIDENT GROUND JURY

SHOW JUMPING DESIGNER

Richard Baldwin

Mary Ellen Miller

Whitney Eggers

Ian Stark

FEI GROUND JURY

APPRENTICE STEWARD

HORSE TRIALS JURY

FEI CROSS-COUNTRY DESIGNER

Val Vizzcarondo

Karlene Osorio-Kohr

Deeda Randle

Bert Wood

FEI GROUND JURY

APPRENTICE STEWARD

HORSE TRIALS JURY

Janis Linnan

Debbie Wiliamson

Debbie Adams

FEI ASSISTANT CROSS-COUNTRY DESIGNER

FEI CHIEF STEWARD

FEI VETERINARIAN

THREE-DAY PRESIDENT

Marc Grandia PRELIMINARY, TRAINING, & NOVICE COURSE DESIGNER

Travis Page

Charles Arensberg

Carol Kozlowski

FEI DEPUTY CHIEF STEWARD

FEI ASSOC. VETERINARIAN

THREE-DAY JURY

Chris Hayner

Julia Hecking

Christel Carlson

FEI ASST. STEWARD

FEI APPRENTICE VETERINARIAN

DRESSAGE JUDGE

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RESULTS

2018 RESULTS CCI3*

OPEN PRELIMINARY A

SR. OPEN TRAINING C

SR. OPEN NOVICE A

Frankie Thieriot Stutes Chatwin

Adele Wong Raffetouille

CCI2*

OPEN PRELIMINARY B

SR. OPEN NOVICE B

Heather Morris Charlie Tango

Bella Mowbray Vif d’or

SR. OPEN TRAINING D

CCI1*

JR. OPEN TRAINING A

TRAINING THREE-DAY A

SR. OPEN NOVICE C

Megan Sykes Classic’s Mojah

Eva Jacroux Rubel

CIC3*

JR. OPEN TRAINING B

TRAINING THREE-DAY B

SR. OPEN NOVICE D

Tamra Smith Fleeceworks Royal

Makenna Henry Hungarian Villian

OPEN INTERMEDIATE

SR. OPEN TRAINING A

JR. OPEN NOVICE A

NOVICE THREE-DAY A

Erin Kellerhouse Woodford Reserve

Ruth Bley Spartacus D’L’Herbage

JR. PRELIMINARY

SR. OPEN TRAINING B

JR. OPEN NOVICE B

NOVICE THREE-DAY B

Jordan Crabo Over Easy

Karen Lounsbery Stewart

Erin Grandia Indio BMW

McKenzie Rollins Excel Star Lord

Cecily Bonadio Just Off Broadway

Heather Morris Von Zipper

Madison Boesch Seamless

Dane Padgett Little Sure Shot

Lindsay Wagner This Lad is Gold

Erin Contino Handsome Ransom

Tracy Stein Apollo

Michele Pestl Cassian TH

Jeanne Carley Shannondale Fionn

Samantha Hollow-Bist Scout

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SHOP ’TIL YOU DROP! INSIDE TENT Animals In Primary: Artist

Deco Pony-Custom Stall Accessories: Custom stall

Glacier Sotheby’s International Realty: High-end luxury

Shai Steiner with Animals In Primary Art. Creating contemporary art, including commissions, originals, limited edition prints and cards.

accessories with your logo and barn colors. Also offers imported bridles, halters, and saddle pads from Holland to complete your look.

Angela Bertone: The IQ

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and wife team producing high-quality jewelry in sterling silver, gold, precious stones, fossils, recycled brass, and recycled copper.

real estate sales throughout western Montana. From waterfront properties on Montana’s abundant lakes or rivers to picturesque homes featuring mountain and meadow vistas, selections are as expansive as the Big Sky.

A Wee Bit: Sterling silver and

Fantasy Board Games LLC:

copper bracelets formed to enclose exotic and tooled leather and gemstones. Textile and leather handbags and totes with tooled leather accents, hairpieces, bracelets, guitar straps, and more to round out our assortment.

Fantasy Ranch is a brand new horse ranching board game for 2-4 players. Different levels to the gameplay make it perfect for ages 5-99!

Back Country Horsemen of the Flathead: A service organization formed in 1973 and dedicated to keeping trails open for stock on public lands.

by Julie Anne: Artist specializing in watercolor horse portraits.

Chameleon Browbands: Custom designed and unique removable jewelry for horse browbands and dog collars. Add glamour, represent your barn colors, and separate yourself from the crowd.

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Flathead Spay & Neuter Task Force: The first non-profit spay/neuter clinic in Montana.

Offering cats and kittens for adoption, as well as offer spay/ neuter t-shirts.

GIA Wellness: Offering wellness innovations for the wireless world. GIA’s performance essentials ensure you thrive by optimizing energy, hydration/ detox, and absorption compromised by our 21st century hi-tech lifestyles.

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Hand Painted Buffalo Skulls by Jennifer Emery: Hand painted, authentic bison skulls. Offering a variety of designs from contemporary, western, and Native American culture. A featured artist in Cowboys and Indians magazine!

Here’s Your Sign: Personalized aluminum signs made on the spot. Personalize pet and horse signs, as well as other fun signs.

Hippy Cowgirl - Tara Wolf: For the person that likes things a little fun and funky – offering items for every aspect of life.

Jinger’s Jems: Creating and offering a variety of crafts, including children’s skirts, silky scarves, knit scarves/ shawls, jewelry, and dog bandanas, as well as wooden items such as trivets, racks, and art.

Just Cleanse: Super food nutrition is key. Stop by to learn what you don’t know about diets and toxins that could be hurting you.

Just My Type: Bookbinding studio creates unique, refillable journals crafted from cowboy boots, wooden paneling, 100-year old leather law books and license plates.

Leia Fox Designs: Handmade Southwestern jewelry, vintage and contemporary Native American jewelry, as well as custom-shaped palm leaf hats and hat accessories.

Kate Opre - Art by Kate: Offering handmade scrimshawed art knives.

Kelly Walker DBA Best Brush Forward: All-natural grooming and health products designed to help your horse shine.

Check out the famous Brush Cleaning Bombs.

Meanwhile Back on the Farm: Wax canvas and leather bags made in Lynchburg, Virginia.

Medsense Massage and Wellness Technologies LLC: MedSense shatsu kneading massager.

Mission Mountain Creations/ Shawna Folden Photography LLC: Detailed fine art in equestrian and western style with bohemian twist, as well as needle felted “paintings,” acrylic paintings, prints, wood burned art, and more.

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Moondance Artwork: Using

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recycled copper and metals to create unique artwork and one-of-a-kind jewelry, including earrings, necklaces, rings, and bracelets.

Handy sharp sharpeners, knives, pocket plus pouches, and lynx hooks straps. Also offering demonstrations on how to sharpen various tools and knives.

Noble Horse Gallery: Equestrian lifestyle boutique with an urban equestrian vibe. Streetwear with equestrian flair, vintage and antiques, art, leather goods, and home décor.

O’Keef & Co: Sterling silver and 14k+ one-of-a-kind jewelry with precious and semi-precious stones.

Precioso/Kimberly Lopez: A lovely traveling boutique with beautiful clothing and delightful gifts. Inspired by Native and classy chic.

Pony Tail Country: Creating unique pewter hair accessories including pony tail covers, and barrettes, bolo ties, bandanas, slide, and earrings. Each piece personally diamond cut.

Real Time Pain Relief: Provides lotions that work in minutes and last for hours.

Made with natural ingredients and never any parabens or dyes.

R&T Traders: Handcrafted leather bags using buffalo, elk, moose, deer, and cowhide.

Creating one-of-a-kind rustic elegance.

Sage Accessories: Curated women’s upper-end scarves and jewelry.

Scenic Overlooks: Lapidary art including gem trees, spheres, display items, cabochons, polished rock, and mineral samples.

Sue Gust - Q Sciences: Natural wellness products for sleep, energy, pain relief, weight and fitness management, and overall well-being backed by science.

Tanner Jensen Fine Arts: Artwork to express your passion for the horse in your home and office. Contemporary equine art for the modern equestrian.

The Log Cabin: Offering custom Montana shirts while you wait, as well as a selection of jewelry, western décor, and canvas art.

Resvantage Equine: A nu-

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tritional supplement used for daily maintenance. The main ingredient, resveratrol, increases strength and endurance, while reducing inflammation.

tion consultation for trainers, barn owners, and the recreational horse person. Samples and information on premium line of equine feeds and supplements for all classes and breeds.

Total CBD Oil: American organically grown CBD oil for people and pets. Offering life changing products for all spectrums with third-party tested, hemp authority seal. 60-day money back guarantee.

Wee Extraordinary Embroideries: Custom embroidered apparel focused on western, equine, and Montana themes.

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Young Living: Young Living essential oils, organic supplements, personal care, and grooming items, educational books and DVD’s.

OUTSIDE TENT Antarès Sellier USA, INC: Custom saddles, helmets and horse tack.

Buffalo Wild Wings Featuring world famous signature sauces, a free raffle, free games, and free prizes.

Dubarry of Ireland: Dubarry of Ireland is a premium performance heritage brand, est. 1937. Known for their fine leather footwear, as well as clothing and accessories.

Eisinger Motors: Find new roads at your Montana Chevy Dealer. Home of Chevy Silverado – the most dependable, longest-lasting full-size pickups on the road.

GLC Direct: The leader in equine joint and probiotic health. Actistatin, GLC 5500, and proactive probiostatin equine provide the best support for your horse.

Humane Society of Northwest Montana: The Humane Society of Northwest Montana, home of the Charlotte Edkins Animal Adoption Center, is dedicated to finding loving homes for orphaned cats and dogs.

Latitude 47: An outdoor lifestyle apparel brand promoting a healthy active Montana style.

A women and veteran-owned company from Missoula, designing and printing clothing on the most high-quality, comfortable fabric.

Save a Sister: A collaboration between Kalispell Regional Healthcare, North Valley Hospital, and the Flathead CityCounty Health Department aiming to lessen the impact of breast cancer in the community.

Seaver: Connected equipment for horses allowing riders to monitor their horse’s physical condition and health while training and competing.

The HealthCenter: A joint venture of local physicians and Kalispell Regional Healthcare, combines a surgery center, diagnostic center, specialty clinics, and inpatient rehabilitation center to provide advanced health care in a serene and beautiful setting.

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FOOD Amazing Crepes: Made-toorder sweet and savory crepes. Breakfast and lunch featuring local ham, and gluten/dairy –free options.

Great for kids and adults!

Black Gold Espresso: Mobile espresso van brewing up delicious specialty beverages, including lattes, Americanos, breves, smoothies, Italian sodas, and frappuccinos.

D & T BBQ: Offering pulled

Human Therapy on Horseback: Wine tent will be located next to Tamarack Brewery July 25 and 28. Location will change to the top of the hill July 26 and 27.

Mudman Burgers: Provides great burgers and fries.

Homemade buns, a secret sauce, never-frozen beef, fresh veggies, cheese bacon, and chili – we call mud!

Mountain Berry Bowls: Fresh made-to-order acai smoothie bowls topped with gluten and dairy free granola, fresh fruit and more.

STABLING TRADE FAIR

pork, TriTip, cowboy fries, French fries, bag of barbecue, bacon-wrapped stuffed jalapenos, all-beef hotdogs, coleslaw, potato salad, lemonade, soda, water.

Señor Montana Tacos Y Mas:

Custom saddles, helmets and horse tack.

Providing fresh and authentic taqueria-style street tacos.

C4 Belts: Customizable, cut-

Carl’s Corn Dogs: Everyone

Sweet Peaks Ice Cream:

to-fit, interchangeable belts and other rider accessories.

loves a GREAT corndog and Carl’s Corn Dogs are the best! Homemade batter, hand-dipped and fresh out of the fryer…like mom’s homemade bread right out of the oven — they simply don’t get any better.

Handcrafted ice cream made in the mountains of Montana.

Classic and creative flavors served in cups and a variety of cones.

Cold Stone Creamery: Stop by for some MT Huckleberry Ice Cream or a non-dairy sorbet fruit bowl. Also offering root beer floats, ice cream cookies and more!

Sweet Pickins Kettle Corn: Original Kettle Corn made with gigantic popped corn, corn oil, pure cane sugar, and sprinkled with sea salt.

Sweet and Salty: Hot homemade donuts and fresh cut French fries.

Glacier Shave Ice: Authentic

Valhalla's Kitchen:

Hawaiian-style shaved ice created with Tropical Sno brand flavors. With more than 23 flavors and a light, fluffy texture, it’s the perfect refreshing treat!

Come and feast like a king... a Vi-King, where all our sandwiches are made fresh to order every time.

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Kerrits Performance Equestrian Apparel: Kerrits

Devoucoux: Saddles for show

Performance Equestrian Apparel and Gallops “popup” boutique is open to all for shopping during The Event.

Samples, special sale items and all the sought-after tights and breeches. Look for the large Kerrits banners, near the office on Stabling Hill.

jumping, eventing, jumping, endurance, and ponies, as well as accessories.

LM Boots: We make custom and handmade equestrian boots.

Cowgirl Coffee: Offering espresso drinks, smoothies, and baked goods.

Gallops: Providing event riders with everything they could possibly want and need.

From air canisters to Amerigo saddles, Gallops brings it all to the Event at Rebecca Farm.

Glacier Gourmet: Food truck serving delicious healthy options at affordable prices - gryos, Montana cristos, fresh salad, shrimp-on-a-stick, chicken super nachos, and gourmet hotdogs.

Mountain Berry Bowls: Fresh made-to-order acai smoothie bowls topped with gluten and dairy free granola, fresh fruit and more.

Schleese Saddlery Service: Fully-adjustable saddles ergonomically designed for women, keeping in mind the ever-changing needs of the horse.

Voltaire Design USA Inc.: Sport saddle designer searching for innovative answers to express the potential of each horse and rider.

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EVENTING HORSE-AND-RIDER COMBOS COMPLETE THE ULTIMATE TEST

BY STACEY NEDROW-WIGMORE

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venting, considered the triathlon of equestrian competition, proves the athleticism and partnership of horses and riders. Competitors must complete three distinct phases, with scores in each phase combining for the final placings.

Whether you seek the harmony and grace of dressage, the stamina and bravery of cross-country, or the precision and agility of stadium jumping, the sport has something for every spectator to enjoy.

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CROSS-COUNTRY

The ultimate test of stamina, bravery, and partnership between horse and rider, the cross-country phase is exciting for competitors and spectators.

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A FEW FACTS ABOUT EVENTING: Riders compete the same horse throughout the event. It’s also one of the few sports where men and women compete against each other.

And as far as age—well, most riders get better as they get older, so it’s not unusual to see high-level competitors in their 50s.

LET’S TAKE A LOOK AT WHAT YOU WILL SEE THROUGHOUT THE EVENT AT REBECCA FARM. THE THREE PHASES

Dressage: This French word actually means “training.” As the first of three tests, dressage is meant to show that the horse can be obedient and the horseand-rider pair harmonious. It is ridden in an arena with low sides and letters around the perimeter.

Competitors perform the test from memory (different levels have different tests), executing certain movements at the different letters indicated. It’s a bit like the compulsory figures in figure skating.

A great dressage test should be graceful and quiet—in other words, the horse should look as though he is performing without input from the rider. The judge or judging panel looks for obedience, lightness, and “acceptance of the bridle,” which means that the horse is steady in his head and body carriage and connected to the rider through the seat, legs, and reins. A fussy horse, or one that spooks, speeds up, or otherwise looks unhappy will get a lower score on the movements.

Cross-Country: This second phase is the most exciting and demanding of the three phases, and the one many spectators enjoy the most. Horses emerge

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from the start box and gallop across over undulating terrain, with more than 24 to 36 solid obstacles, within the time allowed—again, this is specified by level. This is the ultimate test of the horse’s fitness, stamina, and bravery. The rider’s knowledge of pace and of his or her horse’s specific strengths and weaknesses also factor in.

Cross-country obstacles include wide tables, water jumps, ditches, up- and down-banks, and many more. The natural terrain also plays a role, and a cross-country course designer takes the hills and valleys of the course into consideration when placing jumps. The obstacles are flagged—white on the left and red on the right. Horse and rider must jump between them, though knocking down a flag does not incur any penalties as long as the horse’s shoulder is inside the flags.

Show Jumping: Also referred to as the jumping test, this phase features 12 to 15 obstacles in an arena. Unlike the fences in the cross-country phase, the jumps are constructed from rails that come down when hit. As in the cross-country phase, the jumps are flagged, and each jump is numbered in the order it’s to be jumped.

DRESSAGE

A great dressage ride is characterized by grace, fluidity, and softness.

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Riders must start after the judge blows the whistle (or rings a bell), and time starts once the horse goes through the timers. The aim of the show jumping phase is to leave all of the jump rails up while completing the course within the time limit.

Horses must be both precise and agile, which may be particularly difficult after the rigors of completing cross-country the previous day.

At the end of the three phases, the penalties are calculated, and the rider with lowest score—lowest number of penalties—is declared the winner of their division.

A CONCISE HISTORY

Originally called “military” (militaire, as it was called in French), eventing has its roots in training for the battlefield. The International Equestrian Federation (FEI), which governs the discipline at its highest levels, states that “eventing originated as a military competition that tested officers and horses in challenges that could occur on- or off-duty. It also provided a basis to compare training standards between the cavalries of different countries.”

Eventing first appeared as an Olympic event in 1912 in Stockholm, Sweden, and was considered the complete test of a young army officer’s charge.

Horses and riders completed five tests that included endurance (roads and tracks), cross-country, speed (steeplechase), jumping, and dressage. The endurance and cross-country phases took place over approximately 34 miles and had a total time limit of four hours! The steeplechase included 10 obstacles over a two-mile course. The jumping portion

required 15 obstacles that measured more than four feet high with a maximum spread of nearly 10 feet.

Riders competed for both team and individual medals and only commissioned officers could compete until after World War II. With various changes in format, eventing has been included in nearly all Olympic Games since then, save during the World Wars. As mounted troops gave way to tanks during World War II, Olympic eventing also saw a change in its team compositions.

The 1952 Olympics in Helsinki, Finland, brought the first civilian competitors. The first female Olympic eventer competed in 1964.

The sport remained fairly unchanged until 2004, when a new format was introduced. Sometimes called the “short format,” this new system removed the endurance and speed phases, leaving only dressage, cross-country, and show jumping.

The change was a compromise that made the sport more television-friendly and took up less land and resources—a necessity to keep the sport in the Olympic line-up.

THE SPORT TODAY

The Event at Rebecca Farm offers competitors and spectators alike the opportunity to see both the “classic” eventing format, which, on endurance day, includes roads and tracks, steeplechase, and cross-country, and the modern short format that is part of the international competition landscape.

Over the five days of competition, there are divisions that range novice all the way up to the CCI****

SCORING DRESSAGE: Each dressage test movement receives a score on a scale from 0, meaning “not performed,” to 10, meaning “excellent.” The total score is then converted into “penalties.”

So, the higher the score, the lower the penalties assigned.

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through the other phases, which is why the dressage phase is so important to the end result.

CROSS-COUNTRY: Penalties are incurred when a horse stops in front of a jump, runs beyond it without jumping, or jumps outside of

the flags. Time penalties are added for going over the time allowed or even coming in too fast. The term “double clear” means that the horse incurred no jumping or time penalties. Any penalties are added to those from the dressage. Multiple refusals or

the fall of horse or rider are grounds for elimination.

SHOW JUMPING: Refusals, knockdowns, and exceeding the time allowed incur penalties, which are added to those from dressage and cross-country.

SHOW JUMPING The third phase, show jumping, tests agility and precision, as well as fitness.

SPECTATOR SAFETY & COMFORT Eventing is a fun sport for competitors and spectators alike!

Particularly on cross-country day, we encourage you to go out on the course to watch. Feel free to move around the grounds throughout the day to see all the obstacles being negotiated. Because of the nature of the event, there are a few considerations to keep in mind for everyone’s safety: • Enjoy walking the course but keep a “heads up” attitude.

• Horses always have the right of way.

• Stay behind any marked barriers or ropes, and cross only where allowed.

• Look both ways and listen for warning whistles before crossing the course.

• Be aware of galloping or loose horses.

• Stay out of pathways and away from obstacles.

• Remember that courses change throughout the day without much warning, so what was safe one minute can be dangerous the next.

• Supervise children at all times, and keep pets on a short leash.

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(Concours Complet International four star), which showcases some of the most talented horses and riders competing at the top of the sport internationally.

CLASSIC COMPETITION

The Event at Rebecca Farm is one of only a handful of competitions to host a “classic” event. Sometimes called a “three-day” or “long format,” it includes dressage on day one, endurance on day two, and stadium on day three. Endurance has four phases: A and C is roads and tracks, B is steeplechase, and D is cross-country obstacles. Rebecca Farm offers the three-day at the novice and training levels.

The classic event is the ultimate test of horseand-rider fitness. During phases A and C (roads and tracks), riders trot through marked gates over several kilometers, warming up their horses and

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pacing them to meet an optimum time. After phase A, riders continue to phase B, the steeplechase.

This is made up of several brush fences set on an oval track. These are taken at speed, and horses are encouraged to jump through the brush rather than over it. After steeplechase, the riders bring the horses back to the trot for phase C, which is like phase A, only longer and slower and meant to help cool down the horse.

After phase C, the rider brings the horse to the “10-minute box” for veterinary inspection and cooling out before moving on to cross-country. After the rider dismounts, the vet will check the horse’s temperature; pulse; and respiration, which is when proper conditioning, preparation, and a good team on the ground are proven. Provided the horse has recovered sufficiently, the rider will get back on and continue to phase D, the cross-country.

THE EVENT IS POSSIBLE BECAUSE OF YOU Jump Judges Dressage Volunteers Show Jumping Volunteers Workers and Helpers Flathead Valley Community College Last Minute Volunteers and all of the Countless Others.

THANK YOU

SOUNDNESS The horse’s physical conditioning and soundness is a critical part of eventing competition. The day prior to dressage, a ground jury and the show veterinarian inspect all horses competing at the FEI (international) levels. As the riders jog them in-hand on a firm surface, the judges watch for any signs of lameness. “The jog” is open to spectators, and horses and riders are turned out to the nines with horses braided and coats polished.

A second jog takes place the morning prior to the show jumping phase and follows the same format. This jog is perhaps more critical because it comes after the rigors of cross-country day. It showcases horses’ fitness, as well as the horsemanship skills of riders and grooms who spend hours the night before icing legs and providing drug-free treatments to help the horse feel good and pain-free in the final phase.

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A BRIEF HISTORY OF EVENTING IN THE FLATHEAD VALLEY

CELEBRATING 30 YEARS

BY AMBER HEINTZBERGER

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t’s been three decades since the first recognized event sparked interest in the Flathead Valley of Montana, eventually putting the region on the map as an eventing destination – all thanks to a small but devoted group of local horse enthusiasts.

Below right to left: Duck jump; Pat Young jumps a cross-country fence on Becky Broussard’s Sabastian during the1994 Herron Park Horse Trials; Sarah Broussard (right) presents an award; Pat Young (left) smiles at another rider during the awards ceremony for the 1981 Herron Park Horse Trials; PJ Rismon perches atop a horse-shaped jump designed for sponsor, LaSalle Vet Clinic. Photos courtesy of Pat Young and PJ Rismon

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IN THE BEGINNING

The Flathead Valley’s first schooling course was built at Herron Park in 1983; the following year, the same location hosted the first event of the Flathead Valley. Area equestrian Pat Young fell in love with the sport after taking her horse to an event in Jackson, Wyoming. After Herron Park was bestowed to Flathead County, Young and a local riding club worked to get permission to have cross country courses built.

“It was great because the county did nothing with the park and then it developed, so everybody wanted to use it,” recalls Young. “Pete Costello was the best builder we could get; he’d built Rolex Kentucky and he was amazing. Pete was from Oregon and wanted eventing to come to the Northwest.”

In the following years, they developed the Herron Park courses to the preliminary level, and the event became increasingly popular. Herron Park’s first event in 1984 had around 30 entries; in 1989, Herron Park hosted its first United States Combined Training Association (now USEA) recognized horse trial, and the event continued to grow. In 1992, permanent stabling was built, and in 1993, Pete Costello built Intermediate course.

As the entries continued to grow, up to about 180, the facilities maxed out with no more room for stabling.

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Originally from Louisiana, Jerome and the late Rebecca “Becky” Broussard, who passed away from breast cancer in 2010, moved to northwest Montana in the mid-1980s, settling in Flathead Valley. When the area’s original horse trials at Herron Park needed room to expand, they stepped up to the

challenge. The Broussards purchased a suitable tract of land and moved the event to Rebecca Farm.

“They bought the property in the summer/fall. It was farmland with an old house they call the brick house and it was awful. There was a ton of clean-up to do,” recalls Young.

“There was farm equipment and junk everywhere, but Becky could envision what she wanted there. She also brought key members of the club out and asked what they thought, and they all thought it was wonderful.”

Becky hired course designer Captain Mark Phillips to design the cross country courses, and impressively, they built novice through intermediate levels in the first year. “That’s a huge deal to get done in less than a year,” says Young. “They cleaned up the property before the snow flew and employed so many excavators and trucks. There was so much activity out there all at once. It was just monumental what they did.”

Jerome got involved too – organizing the construction, hiring contractors, building the office. “Becky and Jerome just dug in and put on their first recognized event only a year after Herron Park, with all those levels, and it was a great event,” says Young. “It was a huge commitment and they just got started. They really got expert help to do things right, and if something wasn’t right, they re-did it.”

THE PRESENT AND BEYOND

Today, The Event at Rebecca Farm is an economic boon to the region, producing an estimated $5.5 million in local economic impact, according to a study completed by the University of Montana Institute for Tourism and Recreation Research.

Clockwise from top right: Joaquenia Heinrich and Monegan jump over a cross-country fence. PJ Rismon (top in yellow) hugs another rider during the awards ceremony. Riders assemble in a field at Herron Park during the Herron Park Horse Trials. PJ Rismon during the same event. Pat Young organized the event the first few years—she is considered by many as “the mother of Herron Park.”

A current jump at Rebecca Farm. Photos courtesy PJ Rimson, Shannon Brinkman and Pat Young.

30 YEARS OF MILESTONES 1978: Flathead Valley Hunt Club asks to use Herron Park for informal riding gatherings. The first portable jumps are brought in.

1981: Herron Park is designated Montana’s first County Equestrian Park.

1982-1983: The FVHC constructs some permanent jumps.

1984: The Park Board gives FVHC permission to build a professional cross-country course. Pete Costello, Olympic course builder, completes novice and training level courses.

The first formal Herron

Park Horse Trials was put on in September.

1985: The Flathead Valley Hunt Club merges with Flathead Dressage Club.

The Herron Park Horse Trials becomes an annual event.

1988: Pete Costello builds a preliminary course at Herron Park.

1989: Herron Park Horse Trials becomes a US Combined Training Association (now USEA) sanctioned event.

1992: The successful 1990 event leads to further development of the facility.

60 peramenent stalls are built. The event expands to two judges, and a beginner novice division is added to the event.

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“Becky had a dream of having The Event at Rebecca Farm become an international event,” says Young. “Kalispell is a very small town and the gateway to Glacier National Park; now we have people coming from all over the world for this event. Becky did all of that, and then passed the reins on to [her daughter] Sarah when she knew she would pass away due to cancer.”

By 2004, in addition to the horse trials, Rebecca Farm began offering two- and three-star FEI level divisions. To encourage participation from the country’s top riders, the Broussards offered generous travel grants and even flew select East Coast horses to the venue via a charter airplane dubbed “Air Horse One.” In 2012, The Event at Rebecca Farm worked with former Olympian and distinguished course designer Ian Stark to give the cross country course a new feel. The bold, galloping course includes elements inspired by Montana’s landscape and wildlife, as well as a bayou water complex as a tribute to the Broussard’s former home in Louisiana – jumps are carved into giant crawfish, beavers, snakes, and alligators.

The event also runs a long-format event including roads and tracks and steeplechase in addition to the cross country phase, at novice and training levels, including an educational component. “It’s a learning thing,” says Young. “They have people coach them in terms of how to do a three-day and before they start, they have a little training session. It’s a lot of work, especially during the event since you need a whole different set of volunteers for roads and tracks.”

ALL ABOUT THE COMMUNITY

In eventing, much of the support and funding come from grassroots competitors; many are adult amateurs competing at the lower levels. The upper levels are predominantly professionals, often competing for owners. The Event at Rebecca Farm has always aimed to provide a place where professionals and amateurs, upper and lower level riders, can all compete at the same

venue, at the same time, and enjoy the entire spectrum of eventing competition. “That was one of Becky’s signature thoughts, that everybody would be there together,” says Young.

The community and camaraderie include the event organizers and volunteers, as well. Volunteers often return year after year, making The Event an annual destination.

With novice through intermediate horse trials, as well as classic-format novice and training three-day events, plus FEI divisions up to 4*, on the roster, The Event at Rebecca Farm has something for just about every competitor. In 2017, 2018, and this year, The Event at Rebecca Farm hosted the North American Youth Championships for Eventing.

The Broussard family is still involved in horses outside of running The Event at Rebecca Farm. The USEA’s Becky Broussard Grants support developing riders, and the organization that Sarah started in her mother’s memory, Halt Cancer at X, has raised hundreds of thousands of dollars for cancer research and support for local cancer support services. The family has also owned and supported horses for top-level event riders over the years.

“They’re incredibly generous people,” says Young. “Sarah is a ‘let’s see what we can do’ person, not a ‘we can’t do that’ person.

She grew up eventing in her teens, and she grew up with The Event. When Becky started The Event, Sarah was in college, and after she graduated, she decided to come back to Kalispell.”

Rebecca Farm is also host to community events: a summer symphony, skijoring, and several hunter/jumper shows. The Event at Rebecca Farm offers free admission and a family-friendly atmosphere, including a Kid Zone with pony rides, face painting, arts and crafts, and miniature golf. Adults can relax with a brew or shop in the extensive trade fair.

Eventing in the Flathead Valley has come a long way since those early days at Herron Park, but that same community spirit is still alive in The Event at Rebecca Farm. And the memory of Becky Broussard lives on with every passing year.

30 YEARS OF MILESTONES 1993: A significant donor provides funding for Pete Costello to build an intermediate course.

International judge Jack LeGoff judges the competition.

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Courses offered include novice, training, preliminary and intermediate.

2002: The inaugural The Event at Rebecca Farm is held, which draws 262 riders.

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2003: The Event adds a CIC2*. A second event the following weekend hosts Adult Team Championships.

2004: CIC3*W and Advanced courses are added. The even draws 351 competitors.

2015: A CCI3* (now 4*) course is added.

2017: Rebecca Farm hosts the North American Youth Championship (called the North American Junior Young Rider Championships at the time) for the first time. The Event welcomes 591 competitors and 53 young riders.

2018: 597 riders compete in The Event and 44 young riders compete in the North American Youth Championships.

2019: The Event is once again host to the North American Youth Championships.

H Y LO F I T U S E A C L A S S I C S E R I E S The thrill of the ‘chase lives on for those who want to experience the unforgettable rush of the classic long format three-day event! Long format events from the Preliminary to Beginner Novice levels are still a reality with the Hylofit USEA Classic Series and include roads and tracks, steeplechase, and cross-country on “endurance day,” as well as horse inspections. Educational activities are also offered at the Classic Series Events. For more information visit: www.useventing.com/competitions/classic

2019 SCHEDULE Preliminary Three-Day Events

Spokane Sport Horse Farm H.T. | October 3-6 | Spokane, Wash. (Area VII) Hagyard Midsouth | October 16-20 | Lexington, Ky. (Area VIII) Waredaca Classic Event and H.T. | October 24-27 | Laytonsville, Md. (Area II) Training Three-Day Events

Fresno County H.T. | April 26-28 | Fresno, Calif. (Area VI) Indiana Eventing Association | May 30 - June 2 | Edinburgh, Ind. (Area VIII) Coconino | July 10-13 | Flagstaff, Ariz. (Area X) The Event at Rebecca Farm | July 24-28 | Kalispell, Mont. (Area VII) Spokane Sport Horse Farm H.T. | October 3-6 | Spokane, Wash. (Area VII) Hagyard Midsouth | October 16-20 | Lexington, Ky. (Area VIII) Waredaca | October 24-27 | Laytonsville, Md. (Area II) Galway Downs | October 31 - November 3 | Temecula, Calif. (Area VI) Novice Three-Day Events

Fresno County H.T. | April 26-28 | Fresno, Calif. (Area VI) Indiana Eventing Association | May 30 - June 2 | Edinburgh, Ind. (Area VIII) Coconino | July 10-13 | Flagstaff, Ariz. (Area X) The Event at Rebecca Farm | July 24-28 | Kalispell, Mont. (Area VII)

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Spokane Sport Horse Farm H.T. | October 3-6 | Spokane, Wash. (Area VII) Waredaca | October 24-27 | Laytonsville, Md. (Area II) Beginner Novice Three-Day Events

Coconino | July 10-13 | Flagstaff, Ariz. (Area X) Spokane Sport Horse Farm H.T. | October 3-6 | Spokane, Wash. (Area VII) The Maryland H.T. at Loch Moy | October 11-13 | Adamstown, Md. (Area II)

TECHNICALITIES & CHANGES

A Brief History of Technical Changes in Eventing

BY AMBER HEINTZBERGER

EVENTING FIRST APPEARED IN THE OLYMPIC GAMES in Stockholm, Sweden in 1912.

The test was held over five days, with endurance on the first day, followed by a day of rest, steeplechase on day three, show jumping took place on day four, and dressage on the final day. A shorter format was introduced at the 1924 Olympic Games in Paris, with dressage over the first two days, followed by endurance day (which contained five phases), with show jumping on the final day.

The World Equestrian Games, including an eventing championship, were first held at the Kentucky Horse Park in Lexington in 1978, with the more modern format described above.

For many years, the endurance component consisted of phase A, roads and tracks; followed by B, a steeplechase; then more roads and tracks (C); and finally the cross country jumping phase (D). This “long format” required more land, more time and more volunteers, and catered to the Thoroughbred, known for its speed and endurance.

In 2004 at the Olympics in Athens, Greece, cross country was reduced to the “short format,” eliminating phases A, B, and C. The competition was pared down to dressage, cross country and stadium jumping. At the time, the International Olympic Committee (IOC) debated removing

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eventing from the Olympics due to the cost, number of volunteers and staff, and amount of land required to run the sport. The world’s major four-star events, Kentucky, Badminton, and Burghley all switched to the short format in 2006.

Many riders were upset with the elimination of roads and tracks and steeplechase. Several venues, including Rebecca Farm, now host long-format events for the lower national levels – novice and training level – to include all four endurance phases, as well as an educational component to teach participants how to ride this format.

Until 2018, FEI-level eventing included both the CIC (Concours International Combine) and CCI (Concours Complet Internationale) formats, with levels from one through four-star competition. Before the removal of roads and tracks and steeplechase, CCI indicated competitions that includ-

ed all four phases, while the CICs were internationally-recognized horse trials which included only phase D (cross country). With phases A, B, and C removed, the FEI made the CCIs longer and with more obstacles than CICs. The organizing bodies for equestrian sport continually try to make the sport more accessible to the general public, to encourage more event attendance and sponsorship. In 2016, the International Equestrian Federation (FEI) General Assembly voted for several changes to the format of eventing at the Olympic Games.

The proposed changes make it easier for more countries to participate: limiting nations to teams of three with no drop score, and changing the level of competition to (then) four-star level dressage and show jumping, while the cross-country would run over a 3* track.

In 2017, the FEI voted to change the star system, again

with the motivation to keep the sport in the Olympic Games. It took two years for the organization to iron out the language and rules. As of 2019, the FEI levels begin with a one-star introductory level introduced in 2018. The existing one-star (comparable to preliminary) became the twostar, the two-star (intermediate) became the three-star, and so on. The CIC levels became CCI-S for short format and CCI-L for long format. The Event at Rebecca Farm runs up to a CCI4*-L, along with a handful of other events around the nation.

For the highest level of the sport, the former CCI4* will become CCI5*-L. There are only six fivestar, long format events in the world: the Kentucky Three-Day Event (USA), Badminton Horse Trials (GBR), Burghley Horse Trials (GBR), the Australian International Three-Day Event (AUS), Luhmuehlen Horse Trials (GER) and Pau (FRA).

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A HORSE OF A DIFFERENT Success in eventing depends on heart.

BY KATIE NAVARRA

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HE SPORT OF EVENTING IS OPEN TO ANY HORSE, no matter the breed. While some breeds are more naturally suited to the sport than others, based on their conformation and movement—warmbloods, such as Holsteiners and Hanoverians, and Thoroughbreds tend to be the most popular breeds used in the upper levels of the sport – the United States Eventing Association (USEA) doesn’t have any rules prohibiting certain breeds.

“When I look out and see a pinto, pretty gray, palomino or buckskin, it catches your eye in the ring and out on the cross country course,” says professional eventing coach Jordan Ballenger, who owns JB Sporthorses in Loomis, California.

People certainly take notice when Ballenger rides the bay tobiano pinto Flash E Motion for owner Jen Johnson of Kalispell, Montana. Ballenger is currently preparing the Oldenburg/paint horse to compete at the Fédération Equestre Internationale level.

“Flash is very fancy and will get you noticed,” says Ballenger. “I’ve had a test where he was a little inconsistent, and that stands out too, so it goes both ways.”

Hugo, Minnesota rider Annika Weisjahn experienced the fun that comes along with riding a unique-looking horse. When she rode Stephanie Caston’s The Flying Iris, people frequently commented on the Appaloosa sport horse’s distinctive spotted coat pattern, with a

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Patience O’Neal and Huw Munges

make sure it’s for the positive and not Finding a draft that’s light on their bold white blanket over the hindquarters. just because the horse is “different.” feet is key to finding one that will excel “Anywhere I walked on the show Fitness is crucial for any breed of at eventing. It’s also important to find grounds, people would ask me about horse to succeed in eventing. No horse one that loves to jump. “Drafts are nice Iris,” comments Weisjahn. can compete in all three phases of the because you don’t have to lunge them at Color isn’t the only feature that disevent without being in good condition. a show because they’re not hot-headed,” tinguishes non-traditional breeds at an However, for non-traditional breeds, the event. The earth-shaking hooves of a draft says Matuszewski. “Some drafts can get training routine likely needs to be altered a little anxiety, which is unexpected behorse command the attention of judges to best suit their body type. cause they are so mellow. Iggy gets that and spectators alike. Before a judge sees “I make sure I keep Flash’s fitness up, way a little bit in dressage. He’s not hot Sarah Matuszewski and Saint Ignatius, so he stays sound. He has a long back, known as Iggy, negotiate an obstacle, they and doesn’t want to run away, but I can which he wears well, but I make sure he feel he’s a little more anxious.” can hear the team thundering onto the walks about 25 minutes a day course. The 15-year-old Clydesbefore he starts riding,” says dale/Thoroughbred cross was COLOR ISN’T THE ONLY FEATURE THAT Ballenger. “He walks a few supposed to be a school horse DISTINGUISHES NON-TRADITIONAL BREEDS laps up a long slow hill and in Matuszewski’s Seattle, WashAT AN EVENT. THE EARTH-SHAKING HOOVES back down.” ington-based lesson program.

“Because of Huw’s size, Iggy hated it.

OF A DRAFT HORSE COMMAND THE ATTENTION I work on getting him super “He was grumpy and unhapOF JUDGES AND SPECTATORS ALIKE. strong in the hind end,” adds py, so I thought about trying O’Neal. “We spend more time him in beginner novice events,” Kent, Washington rider Patience O’Neal on strength training, dressage and do a says Matuszewski. “I never thought he’d lot of collecting, forward and back. We appreciates the quiet-mindedness an unadvance to intermediate.” common breed brings to the equation. Her also gallop on the track as part of his The biggest challenge is keeping conditioning.”

19-hand Welsh/Thoroughbred cross Huw the heavy horse conditioned without A unique breed captures the attention Munges has the best of both worlds— over-stressing his joints. Unlike light and hearts of riders, judges, and onlookthe stamina of a Thoroughbred and the breeds who can hold their condition after ers. Indeed, many non-traditional breeds easy-going demeanor of a Welsh Cob. three to four days of rest, Iggy loses his can do well in eventing; however, the fun“The Welsh blood keeps him super conditioning faster, so he works six days a damentals apply to every horse regardless chill,” she said. “He can be pony-ish week. His fitness routine is drastically different from light breeds. Instead of gallop- sometimes, but he is great to work with.” of color or size of hooves. Before buying any horse, make sure it’s sound, safe, and A non-traditional breed may lack nating sets, Matuszewski briskly trots him up suitable for the rider. As the saying goes, ural suspension in dressage or may have Taylor Mountain twice a week. Even after pretty is as pretty does. to work a little harder in stadium jumpa dressage or jumping session, Iggy still “There are a lot of pretty horses out ing than a horse bred for the sport. These has to do trot sets to keep his hind end there that can be unsuitable for a lot of horses will teach riders patience and the fit. Although Matuszewski bought Iggy people,” Ballenger says. “The brain is ability to coax every bit of movement out because of a life-long love of drafts rather always the first thing to look for – the of their horse. Partnering with a non-trathan specifically for eventing, she says his color makes the pretty picture.” ditional breed will get you noticed, but demeanor has benefits at an event.

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To date, Halt Cancer at X has presented nearly $600,000 in grants to organizations dedicated to supporting cancer patients, survivors, and their families.

A LITTLE ORGANIZATION MAKES A BIG DIFFERENCE HALT CANCER AT X INITIATIVE

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ANDY SHAW CONSIDERS HERSELF LUCKY. She is a breast cancer survivor who managed to remain financially secure during her battle against the disease. She is also an oncology nurse who, throughout her career, has watched numerous patients struggle with both the emotional and financial turmoil that cancer can wreak upon a family.

Struggling to maintain a job and pay mounting bills is just another layer of worry many

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cancer patients face when, as Sandy points out, they should be able to focus solely on their health and recovery.

“It’s awful to watch people go through so much—and have to worry about finances, too.”

The dual experiences of being a cancer survivor and a nurse, who helped patients navigate the often complex and exhausting world of life during treatment, inspired Sandy and her friend Marcie Jackson—also a breast cancer survivor—to found Flathead

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Cancer Aid Services (FCAS) in 2012.

“Our mission [at Flathead Cancer Aid Services] is to relieve some of the financial burden [cancer patients face],” she says. Sandy notes that the organization does not pay medical bills— “that is for the insurance companies”.

Instead they focus on the day-to-day stresses that can take a heavy toll on working families. “[These patients can] feel so bleak about their future—to know that maybe

somebody is there to help with finances, they can rest their mind a bit and focus on how to get better.”

Throughout the last few years, Flathead Cancer Aid Services has appreciated the generous donations they’ve received from Montana Equestrian Events through Halt Cancer at X. This year, however, Sandy asked for a gift on behalf of a particular group that FCAS serves—patients with Stage 4 metastatic cancer or cancer that has

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reason we applied for a grant from Halt Cancer this year.”

With the $10,000 that FCAS received in the fall, they were able to help numerous women throughout the Flathead Valley pay household bills, buy gas, and purchase healthy groceries, enabling them to be at their strongest—and most focused—in

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spread to many different parts of the body.

“When cancer comes back and is metastatic, women worry about so much, and they often are at an age where they have so many responsibilities—families with kids at home, lots of personal and professional obligations,” says Sandy. “They are the

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the fight of their lives.

Sandy recalls a meaningful thank you note her organization recently received: “Your support has helped us to stay in our home, which is a sanctuary of peace for us at this time…” She keeps the message with her as a reminder of the significant difference her small nonprofit can make

in the lives of many of her friends and neighbors.

“I can’t believe how far Halt Cancer at X has come. To be able to support so many local programs each year and really make a difference in peoples’ lives means so much to me,” says Sarah Broussard.

Sarah founded the Halt Cancer at X Initiative in memory of her mother Rebecca “Becky” Broussard who lost her courageous battle with breast cancer in 2010. Becky was a tireless champion of equestrian sport in the Flathead Valley and the founder of The Event at Rebecca Farm, which continues today under Sarah’s leadership.

Becky’s legacy now also includes the work of Halt Cancer at X, which to date has presented nearly $600,000 in total grants to numerous organizations that offer support services to local cancer patients, survivors and their families, and to research projects working toward a cure for breast cancer.

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Pony Up classes keep kids engaged and entertained.

GET INVOLVED WITH HORSES

Inspired by the horses and riders at The Event at Rebecca Farm?

Here’s a quick look as some first steps to learning to ride.

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ANT TO TRADE IN YOUR SEAT ON THE SIDELINES for a seat in the saddle? Here’s a quick guide to learning to ride.

Young riders can get their first experience with horses right here at Rebecca Farm. Visit the Kid Zone, which is open to the public and free to attend.

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Kids can enjoy pony rides, among other activities.

Pony Up classes are held Friday, July 26 through Sunday, July 28. Each class is one hour, and several classes are held per day for kids of all ages. Each fun, one-hour interactive session teaches a part of Horsemanship 101, such as how to approach a

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horse and mount/dismount; a demonstration of grooming tools and how to use each one; types of horses, including common colors and markings; and how to saddle.

Kids who attend a lesson each day will receive a special, horse-centric packet and Horsemanship 101 certificate.

NOT SURE WHERE TO START BEYOND THE KID ZONE? The United States Eventing Association (USEA) Discover Eventing website (discovereventing.com) is a good first step. It explains the history of the sport and offers preliminary information on how to get involved. The site also includes a link to the association’s Certified Instructors Directory, which can help you find a trainer in your area.

“The best place to start is your local riding club,” suggests Rebecca Braitling.

She is the North American Youth Championships Area VI coach. As a Young Rider, she represented Australia in the international competition.

“These certified instructors had to pass a written and a practical exam to ensure they are teaching the basics of the sport,” says Braitling.

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For beginners who have never ridden before, Braitling recommends finding a stable that provides school horses and offers introductory lessons. Look for a barn that offers general horsemanship skills and introduces you to English and/or western riding to give you a chance to decide which discipline will be the best fit for you. The United States Pony Club (ponyclub. org) caters to the entry level rider (of all ages) and can help you find find barns best suited to your goals.

Consider these tips when looking at a barn and lesson program: •Visit the barn before signing up for lessons.

and learn from them,” suggests Braitling.

When you’re visiting the barn, get a feel for how it’s structured. Look to see if rules are posted that teach barn etiquette and the importance of safety. “If you get an uneasy feeling, then it’s not the right place,” adds Braitling.

Finding a trainer that’s the right fit for your riding level can be tricky. Some regions have many trainers who cater to different levels of riders; other areas may have fewer instructors, and those individuals may focus on specific levels of the sport.

Riding – and eventing – offer challenges and enjoyment for riders of any age or experience level.

Have a great ride!

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•Watch the instructor teach a few lessons.

•Talk with other students to get their perspective on what the barn’s lesson program is like.

“Watching a few lessons gives you a chance to see [an instructor’s] personality and decide if you can get along

Check out these resources to get started with horses and eventing: ponyclub.org discovereventing.com usef.org

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THE CAJUNS

Henri Clay, Livvy, Maria, and Reuben Bienvenu, Jerome Broussard, John Chaney, Mary Jo Manning, Mildred Shaw, Butch and Pam Thorton “You can’t make old friends. You either have them or you don’t.” – KENNY ROGERS

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they are affectionately known, are some of the Broussard family’s oldest and dearest friends - some relatives, some grade school chums - who grew up with Event founders Becky and Jerome Broussard in Louisiana.

Now the members of the group are far-flung, with children, grandchildren, and varying responsibilities in different

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states, across different time zones. They have also endured tragedy together. But they continue to come together to honor their friendship and the legacy Becky left with Rebecca Farm.

For Jerome and Becky’s daughter Sarah, there’s great comfort in seeing some of her parents’ oldest friends return to Montana each year at the

outset of the excitement and intensity that is The Event.

“For me to see these relationships between my dad and his childhood friends, for them to last over 50, 60 years… It’s heart-warming to know that there can be relationships in this world that can be forged that way and last to the grave.” The crew traditionally kicks off their annual reunion with a big dinner at Jerome’s home, a treat for everyone with so many skilled Southern cooks in the kitchen: “I look forward to my Aunt Mildred’s gumbo every year; they’ve done jambalaya, so many different dishes—and every year it’s good.”

Sarah says The Cajuns are an integral part of The Event, always willing to do whatever needs to be done—from running the volunteer hospitality tent to working the golf cart and radio sign-outs, to managing The Event’s recycling efforts, to taking care of hundreds of errands each day—often at the last minute.

But in addition to the elbow grease and dedication they bring to The Event, Sarah says they also bring something else invaluable: a sense of fun and positivity that can’t be replaced. “They contribute to the whole atmosphere of The Event; they make it feel like a very close-knit event put on by family/friends, not a corporation… They want to be part of it, support my dad and mom, and support [my mom’s] vision that we’re trying to abide by and improve. It comes down to loyalty.”

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Skijoring is an exciting winter sport for competitors, spectators, and kids alike.

SNOW, SKIS, AND HORSES Winter brings skijoring to Rebecca Farm and Kalispell.

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Farm hosted skijoring, an adrenaline-fueled equestrian sport. Courageous skiers, pulled by horse and rider teams, fly down a snow-packed 800-foot track,

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N DEEP WINTER IN MONTANA, many horse people hunker down, but at Rebecca Farm, Sarah Broussard hopes for snow.

For the second time, Rebecca

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grabbing rings and sailing off jumps up to 6 feet high. The faster the time, the better the score; penalties are charged for missed gates and rings along the way.

“Skijoring is a thrilling sport for all involved; spectators and competitors alike,” says Broussard. “We’re excited to have skijoring in Kalispell and at Rebecca Farm. It’s important to us to be able to provide a place for the community to enjoy themselves on a winter weekend.”

Equestrian skijoring has been hosted at Rebecca Farm since 2017, attracting competitors and spectators from all over the Flathead Valley and several western states.

Spectators, competitors, and volunteers all brave snowdrifts and frigid temps to watch two days of fastmoving fun.

TRY IS SUCH A LITTLE WORD. BUT THE REWARDS CAN BE AWFULLY BIG.

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What is it within us that makes us try? And when we fail, try again?

It’s a limitless desire to be better.

For ourselves, our loved ones, our community. As a proud supporter of The Event at Rebecca Farm, we applaud that.

The latest Rebecca Farm skijoring competition was held March 2-3, 2019, after being rescheduled from late December 2018 due to a lack of snow. The first day of competition was canceled thanks to dangerous cold and high winds, but more than 50 teams returned Sunday to compete in Novice, Sport

and Open classes – all seeking a piece of a large cash prize.

“We were thrilled that the weather cooperated enough for us to host skijoring on Sunday,” says Sarah. “We are so thankful to the competitors and hundreds of spectators who came out for the action.”

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Spectator admission is $5 per person, and prime viewing is available right along the course. Kids under 13 receive free admission, and well-behaved four-legged friends are welcome. Registration and volunteer information, upcoming dates, and schedules can be found at rebeccafarm.org/skijoring.

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he USEA Foundation’s Rebecca Broussard International Developing Riders Committee assesses

applications from riders from all over the United States to determine who is eligible to receive the Rebecca Broussard Developing Riders Travel Grants. These grants assist riders with travel to Kalispell so they can compete in the four-star divisions during The Event at Rebecca Farm.

During the event, interviews take place for those participants interested in applying for the larger, two-year grants. In 2018, the International Developing Rider Grant ($50,000) was awarded to Frankie Thieriot Stutes and the National Developing Rider Grant (minimum of $10,000) was awarded to Andrea Baxter. The two year-end grants were presented at the USEA Meeting and Convention in December 2018.

The grants are made available by the Broussard Charitable Foundation in memory of Rebecca Broussard, whose greatest wish was to help riders attain their dream of competing on a US Eventing Team at the Olympic, World, and Pan American Games.

FRANKIE THIERIOT STUTES An adult amateur, entrepreneur, mother of two, Frankie Thieriot Stutes began riding at age three and has accumulated a number

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of wins, grants, and awards in her riding career. Her current competition string consists of a single horse, Chatwin, who lives in Frankie’s backyard in Northern California with retired advanced horse Fric Frac Berence.

In 2018, Frankie and Chatwin won the Dutta Corp/USEF CCI3* Eventing National Championship at Fair Hill, as well as taking home the CCI3* win at Rebecca Farm.

Frankie’s success earned her Adult Amateur of the Year and a spot with the 2019 USEF Development Pre-Elite Training List.

As the 2018 “Big Becky Recipient,” Frankie says she will further her dressage training with Lilo Fore and supplement her eventing show schedule with dressage and jumper shows.

“I believe in being out of your comfort zone as much as possible,” says Frankie. “I have a hunger bigger than ever to make every day count because of the tremendous gift and opportunities I have been given thanks to the honor of being the 2018 ‘Big Becky Recipient.’”

ANDREA BAXTER Based in Paso Robles, California, Andrea Baxter is an accomplished trainer and rider who began her formal riding career with U.S. Pony Club, graduating as an “A” rated member of the Black Oaks Pony Club.

Andrea began competing at preliminary as a young rider and went on to represent Area VI at the North American Young Riders Championships in 1998, 1999, and 2001. Andrea was named to the USEF Developing Rider List from 2006-2008. In 2008, Andrea competed in the CCI*** at Bromont, finishing second and qualifying for the 2008 Beijing Olympics. In 2010, Andrea made her CCI4* debut at Kentucky. Andrea has since returned to the Kentucky CCI4* and has added Burghley CCI4* and Blenheim CCI3* to her portfolio.

Congratulations to all the riders who have worked so hard to prepare for the competition at The Event at Rebecca Farm.

2018 REBECCA BROUSSARD DEVELOPING RIDER TRAVEL GRANT RECIPIENTS Andrea Baxter, California Maya Black, Virginia Kristen Bond, New Jersey Helen Bouscaren, California Ellen Doughty-Hume, Texas Matt Flynn, Florida Ashley Hays, Louisiana Alexis Helffrich, California Allie Knowles, Kentucky Emilee Libby, California Jordan Linstedt, Washington Caroline Martin, Pennsylvania Jen McFall, California Bobby Meyerhoff, California Hillary Moses, Pennsylvania Katherine Rivera, Texas Frankie Thieriot Stutes, California Chris Talley, Virginia

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FULFILLING DREAMS The USEA Foundation supports programs that benefit riders of all ages, from all walks of life, and who ride at all levels of competition. We count among our membership riders from eight to eighty, from starter horse trials to the highest level of international competitions including the Olympic Games. The USEA Foundation works in close cooperation with the USEA to provide funding for educational programs specifically designed to help each of these riders attain their individual goals and ultimately fulfill their dreams.

YOUR SUPPORT MATTERS Your generous support through donations and memberships helps ensure the long-term future of the USEA and the sport of Eventing. To make an online donation to any of our campaigns, or to find out more about the USEA Safety and Educational Programs, please visit us on the web.

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Equestrian Canada wishes our athletes the best of luck at the FEI North American Youth Championships (NAYC)!

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elcome to the Adequan®/North American Youth Championships presented by Gotham North. US Equestrian is proud to be a part of North America’s premier youth championships, where aspiring young equestrians gather from all parts of the United States, Canada, and Mexico to vie for team and individual medals. For the third consecutive year, Montana Equestrian Events and Rebecca Farm in Kalispell, Montana, host the eventing portion of these championships from July 24-28, while Old Salem Farm in North Salem, New York, welcomes Dressage and Jumping competitors from July 31-August 4. Together with the Fédération Equestre Internationale (FEI), Equestrian Canada, the Mexican Equestrian Federation, US Equestrian Affiliates (United States Dressage Federation, United States Eventing Association, and United States Hunter Jumper Association) and the organizing committees, we have ushered in a renewed commitment to bring the future of equestrian sport a meaningful experience.

For the event’s 45th year, we have implemented numerous improvements aimed at preserving the heart of these Championships for future generations. These championships serve as the backdrop to unforgettable moments. As a father of a former participant and Olympian, I understand first-hand how these championships shape the development of young riders. Some of the very best in equestrian sport have applied their young rider experience to the teams they participate on today. It is our pleasure to present these young equestrian athletes with the opportunity to showcase their talents and gain valuable international championship experience.

We are extremely grateful for the continued support of our sponsors Adequan, Gotham North, and Hodges Badge Company; Howard Simpson for his dedicated involvement and generosity; as well as Montana Equestrian Events and Rebecca Farm for returning as hosts. We especially would like to thank the families and trainers who support the young athletes and their equine partners in pursuit of these Championships and their equestrian dreams. To the volunteers, staff, and officials, we recognize your tireless work and appreciate your commitment to ensuring that these Championships are safe, fair, and enjoyable for horses, athletes, and spectators alike.

On behalf of US Equestrian, thank you to all the equestrian sport enthusiasts for coming out to cheer on the exceptional horses and youth athletes competing in the 2019 North American Youth Championships.

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to receive a berth for the NAYCs is both a

cated to working with our host sites and

North, is the premier eques-

momentous achievement and an import-

sponsors on making the ‘North Americans’

trian competition in North America for

ant gateway for these junior equestrians.

the best Youth Championships ever,” said

riders between the ages of 14 and 21. It’s

The NAYC is both a proving ground and

US Equestrian President Murray Kessler.

also the only Fédération Equestre Interna-

a goal in itself for talented young riders.

“These championships are a necessity to the

tionale championship competition to take

By providing these equestrians the chance

growth of equestrian sport and the develop-

place annually on this continent.

to work with renowned coaches and to

ment of our youth athletes. For most, this

test their skill, discipline, and endurance

is their first time competing in a champion-

onships traditionally brings top young

against some of the best riders from other

ship. This event gives them an early sense

eventers from the United States’ various

nations, the NAYC helps eventing thrive

of what it is like to represent their country

competition regions together to compete

for future generations.

and compete as part of a team. It also may

The North American Youth Champi-

with teams from nations such as Canada

Murray Kessler, US Equestrian presi-

influence whether they decide to pursue a

and Mexico for an event modeled on the

dent,noted in a 2018 press release the im-

career in riding, so it is imperative that we

Olympic Games. Riders must meet certain

portance of the NAYC to the sport: “Youth

invest and commit to its and their success.”

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FAMILY STRONG FAMILY IS AT THE HEART OF EACH OF THESE SUCCESSFUL EVENTERS.

ALL PHOTOS SHANNON BRINKMAN

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Top: Taylor (left) McFall and Simple Dreams DF competed novice at Rebecca Farm in 2018, while her mother Jennifer (right) showed High Times in the CCI3*.

Bottom: The Grandias, Erin (right) and Marc (left), both competed at Rebecca Farm in 2018.

A daughter may have her mother’s eyes. Two siblings may share their father’s athletic abilities. The families highlighted here share a love of horses and a passion for eventing.

WITH FAMILY COMES…COMPETITION

“The best part about it is that we all love horses. It’s a good thing for all of us to have in common because it is all-consuming and we all understand the time dedicated to traveling and training,” says Jennifer McFall, an international eventer based at Dragonfire Farm in Wilton, California with her husband Earl, who is also an eventer.

The McFall’s 15-year-old daughter, Taylor, who also competes and landed 12th in the Novice 3 Day in 2018, says it’s surreal having both parents deeply involved in the same sport. But despite their shared athletic pursuits, the McFalls are still a typical family.

“I tell other kids how I listen to music and books with my parents and that we watch movies together,” says Taylor. “The other kids at school can’t believe that I watch movies with them or that we all sit down to eat dinner together.”

The best and the most challenging moments in life come from spending long

hours in the barn, on the road, and at competitions. Siblings Marc Grandia and Anni Grandia Dodson grew up in a horse family. Their father competed in western gymkhana events and team penning, while their mom practiced dressage and jumping. Over time, Anni and Marc gravitated to eventing while their mom and older sister specialized in dressage. When Anni was old enough to travel with fellow eventers, she’d load up her horse and go.

At 16, when she got her license, she and Marc became hauling buddies.

“When there were two shows in different disciplines and not in the same vicinity, it made things difficult,” says Anni. “Growing up in a showing family was a little bit of a struggle. I was very independent, but my older sister wasn’t as comfortable on her own.”

“Training and competing together can amplify the highest highs and lowest lows of the sport,” Marc adds. “It’s not always easy spending that much time together.” Marc says that at 18 he wasn’t

mature enough to handle coaching from his mom and he struck out on his own.

In recent years, his mom has become an integral part of his business, Full Gallop Eventing, in Sultan, Washington, which he runs with his wife, Erin. He says there’s nothing more rewarding.

“There’s nothing like having your family be a part of your success,” Marc says.

“It’s important to embrace the skills and motivation each family member brings to the table, but it’s also important to be bold and branch out and use that for development.”

Growing up in a family with a highly accomplished parent or sibling can sometimes overshadow another family member’s own reputation, as can be the case with Kaylwana Smith and her mother Tamie Smith of Next Level Eventing in Temecula, California. Kaylwana is a Top 10 NAYC 1* rider and often referred to as “Tamie’s daughter.” Tamie has been named to the United States Developing Rider List multiple times and finished 10th at the 2018 Land Rover Kentucky CCI 4*(now 5*).

“I think it’s hard to be my daughter because I’ve developed a name for myself,” says Tamie. “She is a capable and gifted rider on her own.”

“I’m always striving to be as good as her, and that’s added pressure. There’s also that expectation that comes along with having a mom who is an awesome rider like she is — and everyone hates having their mom yelling at them in the warm-up pen with everyone watching,” says Kaylwana. “It’s a rare opportunity to grow up in the same world as your parents. I’m so grateful for all the opportunities she has given me.”

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FAMILY VACATIONS – HORSE SHOW STYLE

Eventing can be all-consuming, leaving little time for other family activities, such as annual vacations. Instead, it creates additional opportunities for treasured memories. The first time the Grandia family competed at Herron Park in the late 1990s, they stayed an extra week so the siblings could ride in a summer camp.

“I’ve gotten to see a lot of the West Coast and the country because of traveling with the horses,” Anni says. “On a trip home from the Young Riders the year it was in Chicago, we stopped at Mt. Rushmore. I probably would have never seen it otherwise.”

Tamie adds that some events, like the one at Rebecca Farm, offer the perfect opportunity to combine riding with downtime.

“Rebecca Farm is my favorite event because we make it a little bit of a family vacation. We try and go out on the lake a few days before competition,” says Tamie.

SHARED PASSION, DIFFERENT JOURNEY

Every parent, even if only secretly, hopes their child will share the same passion and the same journey. There’s nothing more satisfying when they do. Even when

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a child chooses to follow in a parent’s footsteps, giving them the space to develop at their own pace is critical.

“As a parent, you have to try not to project yourself on your kid,” says Jennifer. “I see myself in Taylor but have let her develop on her own rhythm rather than trying to get her to replicate what my journey was. It’s tempting to push them faster, but I’m glad we let her take her time.”

Anni’s son, Carter, is only two and he’s already showing an interest in horses, eagerly helping out at the family’s Grand Farms in Vaughn, Washington. She hopes that will continue, but at this point, the best part of being part of an eventing family is having the support it takes to continue training and competing.

“I was lucky that my mom has been very involved because of Marc and Erin’s business,” says Anni. “Carter went to his first show when he was three weeks old.

It’s convenient for her to come to more events and made it possible for me to get to shows.”

Raising a child in the eventing world is a unique lifestyle and environment.

“Eventing people have determination and guts and help one another out,” comments Jennifer. “It’s all the things you want a child to learn.”

ALL PHOTOS SHANNON BRINKMAN

Mother-daughter duo, Tamie (left) and Kaylawna (right) Smith, are both gifted FEI competitors.

DEEP BLOODLINES AT THE YOUTH CHAMPIONSHIPS The sons and daughters of top riders are no strangers to the Adequan North American Youth Championships presented by Gotham North (NAYC) for eventing. For the past two years, they have been held in tandem with The Event at Rebecca Farm. In addition to Kaylawna Smith, daughter of top competitor Tamra Smith, Olivia Dutton, daughter of Bronze medal winning Phillip Dutton, rode USEF National CCI4* champion, Mr. Medicott, in the NAYC in 2018.

The NAYC is the premiere equestrian competition in North America for young riders, ages 14-21. Young equestrians vie for team and individual medals. The opportunity to ride in Youth Championships allows participants to compete in a team setting, often for the first time.

Young equestrians will compete as teams and individuals from 10 regions of the United States, Canada, and Mexico. For 2018 results, visit youngriders.org.

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