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14 behind barn doors: kings grant farms by Jessica Lefroy 22 professional profile: ian allison by Karen Robinson 32 an experience of a Lifetime!

by Hannah Beaulieu

12 headline news 26 horse Council bC news 47 Jump alberta news 48 Sales Catalogue 53 equestrian properties 58 bChJa news 59 the Leaderboard 60 noticeboard 61 advertisers’ index

34 western dressage — what a good idea! by Eleanor Klawer

62 Competition Calendar

departMentS 7 tidbits Shine!

20 industry news ariat Signs Two-Time Olympic Gold Medalist Phillip Dutton

28 vet’s view There’s a Tear In your Eye

31 fei news First Meeting of

The International Horse Sports Confederation

40 discipline reports Canadian

Dressage Riders Continue Strong Performances at the adequan Global Dressage Festival

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ON THE COVER: lorinda Bloch aboard her world Champion Morgan mare, Firecrest Alef, showing Western dressage at the Welcome Back to White Fences ii & iii Show at White Fences equestrian Center, loxahatchee, Florida.

“For the whole freestyle, i felt they were telling a story. By the time they were done, i just wanted to stand up and cheer.” fei Judge brenda Minor commenting on Steffen Peters’ test that was the highest cDi Grand Prix Freestyle score to date in the united States. See page 44.

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As spring starts to make an appearance, people as well their horses are starting to shine all over.

Lots of happy, positive reports from all over make this a truly enjoyable Tidbits to share…

More SuCCeSS in the Sunny South Sandra Verdasandra & Wilhelm Zanatta had this happy bit of news to share: “Wilhelm has successfully started his FEI career! He has been getting consistent scores 66/67 % even with a few mistakes! He is really holding his own against some super fancy horses and top trainers! Judges are all very positive with feedback about his performance and potential for higher FEI competition — he received a 67.7 from Stephen Clarke, who though he was a great horse with potential for future in higher levels! As always it’s a great opportunity to get some good mileage under our belt early in the year in front www.gaitpost.com

of well-established riders / horses under FEI judges.” Sandra adds a special thanks to her clients for holding down the fort while she was away, and to Wilma VanOosten for her help grooming at San Juan Capistrano. Way to go, Sandra and Wilhelm. Those of us stuck up here are living vicariously through the lucky (and hardworking) ones that got to go south.

PHATS iS phat – a Shining eXaMpLe Jennifer Barnes van Elk sent us a little peek at the “Horse of the Year” for Cowichan Therapeutic Riding Association’s upcoming Ride-aThon in June. Every year we select a very special therapy horse from our incredible herd and we name them the “Horse of the Year.” This horse is

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Phats’ Phace

Dr. Kleider educates vets.

Tidibts continued from page 7 featured on our annual “Ride-a-Thon” t-shirts and acts as a kind of “spokes-horse” for this important annual event. Phats is a middle-aged paint gelding pony that is generously on loan to the program courtesy of the Winship family.

Since coming to CTRA’s program, Phats has become a fast favorite of staff, volunteers, and participants. We asked around for some thoughts on Phats, and testimonials like this by those who have seen the difference he makes in the lives of those who work with him are many: “Phats is an incredibly calm and patient horse.

Jakob has only been riding for a little while; he lacked the confidence for the longest time. Jakob was diagnosed with autism at three and a half years old. He started working with horses about a year and a half ago. Phats has been so incredibly good, standing still...I am so proud of both of them and how far they have come together.

Phats is truly a therapeutic horse, he really calms Jakob down and Jakob is able to focus better after working with him.” (parent of a participant) .

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Shining in the Hunter Ring Roy Wilmin of Fforestmere on Vancouver Island wanted to let Roy Wilmin with Kate Wells. us know that one of his students, Kate Wells, just won the Gateway series at the 2'6 Hunters at Thunderbird. She is deserving of recognition as a mother of three boys who just returned to the Hunter ring with Dylan, her Thoroughbred cross gelding, after a twenty year break. Kate also sponsors young riders around the province. So there IS life after children…

Sponsorship sparkles for Courtenay Courtenay Fraser, a Langley Grand Prix rider with her horse Birkgardens Lukas, was just recently sponsored by BioRider Fitness while down in California. “I am their first sponsored Canadian

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Shedding Light on the Matter Dr. Kleider is again helping provide continuing education for vets. Canada’s second ISELP One Day Hands-on Seminar wet lab held at Kleider Vet Services was a great success. It was a full house with BC and Alberta veterinarians attending. The topic was the stifle, and the extensive lecture and practical ultrasound diagnostics made for a full day of continuing education enjoyed by all.”

courtenay fraser and Birkgardens Lukas.

Tidbits continued from page 8 rider and I find the work they do amazing and very positive for our sport.” Their individual programmes are designed to sharpen strengths and improve on weaknesses that every rider inherently has, to produce a rider capable of the strength, suppleness, and subtlety required at the highest levels. Congratulations, Courtenay. qMS hitS horSeShowS in the Sun Queen Margaret’s girls shone in the south recently as well. Hayley Picard tells us “The Equestrian Team at Queen Margaret’s School enjoyed com-

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peting at the recent HITS Thermal Desert Circuit in California with Head Coach Cheryl Keith. QMS students Claire Champernowne, Kassidy Keith and Catherine Rankin made the journey south to compete against strong North American riders during their time at HITS. They are pleased with their results which included several top 10 finishes and a Championship win for Kassidy Keith in the 14-17 Children’s Hunters. Coaches and students at QMS are now gearing up for shows throughout BC including in their home ring for the QMS Spring Classic May 7-11, 2014.”

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qMs students claire champernowne, Kassidy Ruelle and catherine Rankin were all smiles after returning from hits thermal with a multitude of ribbons.

headlinenews Bit by Bit Renowned Elvis tribute artist, Steve Michaels, to perform live at the Viva Las Vegas Gala April 4, 2014: When it comes to Elvis, sometimes you have to shake things up a little. Steve Michaels, award winning Elvis tribute artist, will be performing live at the Viva Las Vegas Gala in support of the Canadian Dressage Team preparing for the 2015 Pan American Games.

Heralded for his candid performances and extraordinary talent, Michaels promises to deliver a performance like no other. We get to see him in action at the gala before he begins his string of performances at the Ed Mirvish Theatre in Toronto this summer. “Everything that is done is done in a way that pays homage to Elvis Presley. If Elvis didn’t do it, I don’t do it,” states Michaels.

The event will be held at the Paramount Conference and Event Centre in Woodbridge, ON, April 28, 2014.

Guests will be wined and dined with cocktails and a three-course meal followed by a dessert station.

Proceeds from the gala will directly support the preparation, training and participation of the athletes competing in the 2015 Pan American Games.

Dressage Canada Announces Recipients of the Travel Assistance Support Program March 31, 2014: Dressage Canada is pleased to announce the athletes selected as recipients of the Dressage Canada Travel Assistance Support Program.

The Dressage Canada Travel Assistance Support Program was designed to help support both youth and senior High Performance athletes with their travel expenses representing Canada at the following competitions and development opportunities: • International youth events • FEI World Breeders’ Championships • International senior events • Development opportunities Dressage Canada has awarded travel support to the following recipients for expenses incurred in representing Canada at the 2013 North American Junior Young Rider Championship at the Kentucky Horse Park in Lexington, KY. • Elexis Ortlieb, 17, of Leduc, AB, with Diego, her own and Ellen Ortlieb’s 15-year-old Hanoverian gelding sired by Walter Scott.

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cabar, a 10-year old Oldenburg gelding owned by Ellen Helps and sired by Escudo 1.

• Sydney Holme, 21, of North Saanich, BC, with Day Dreamer, her own 12-year-old Rheinlander gelding sired by Dream of Heidelberg.

• Sarah Pfaff, 22, of Harrow, ON with Vavite Fortuna, Noémie Gagnon-Bergeron’s 12-year-old Warmblood mare registered with the Anglo European Studbook, sired by Kreator.

Dressage Canada has also awarded travel support to the following recipient for expenses incurred in attending the 2014 Dressage Canada National Symposium at Pine Ridge Stable, King City, ON. • Sarah Pfaff, 22, of Harrow, ON with Vavite Fortuna, Noémie Gagnon-Bergeron’s 12-year-old Warmblood mare registered with the Anglo European Studbook, sired by Kreator.

The Central Park Celebration of the Horse Presented by Rolex Is Coming to New York March 31, 2014: Mark Bellissimo announced that The Central Park Celebration of the Horse presented

by Rolex and produced by The Chronicle of the Horse, will be held on September 18-21, 2014, at the Trump Rink (Wollman Rink) in New York City’s Central Park. This event will feature the best equestrian sport in the world along with daily exhibitions featuring different breeds and disciplines.

Remember the glory of the National Horse Show at Madison Square Garden? The Celebration of the Horse will be a spectacular return for equestrian sport to New York City, showcasing the horses and riders against a backdrop of skyscrapers in one of the world’s most iconic venues.

The Celebration of the Horse will kick off on Thursday, September 18, with a $200,000 Central Park Grand Prix featuring some of the best Show Jumpers in the world as they vie for top prize money in this unique setting.

The Grand Prix will be televised live on NBC Sports from 7:30-9:00 p.m., giving even greater exposure to these Olympic-level athletes.

Friday night will host a celebrity charity equestrian event, while a world-class Dressage musical freestyle will run on Saturday night featuring six of the world’s top Dressage riders. “This brings the national spotlight to

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The facility, built by Dutch Masters Construction Services, was awarded the ‘2008 Horse Facility Project of the Year’ by the Canadian Farm Builders Association. They utilized natural stone material from the site and also reconditioned and reclaimed wood from the property’s original barn for the majority of the build. The high-ceilinged, timber-framed, 30-stall barn is outfitted with rubber brick floors framed with interlocking paving stones, sound deadening hardware, three large wash stalls with heat lamps, three grooming stalls, two offices and a separate four stall quarantine barn with access to the riding arena. The facility is wired for sound throughout with three music systems and speakers in the aisle ceilings, riding arena, and viewing lounge. This, in addition

All photos courtesy Kings Grant/The Selke Family

ust outside of Caledon, ON, on 100 acres sits the Selke family’s Kings Grant Farms. Gary and Debby Selke acquired the property in 2006 for themselves and their four children. The two middle Selke daughters, Lianne and Kathleen, are heavily involved in the industry and have been competing with great success for many years on the Ontario ‘A’ circuit. Kathleen is the Hunter Show Manager and Lianne is the Director of Sponsorship, Press & Media at Angelstone Tournaments, one of Canada’s premier competition venues. The property was named Kings Grant Farms due to the fact that Gary has an original land grant of the farm from King George himself.

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Grant Farms to extras such as tack boxes with air-hinged lids to reduce noise and floor radiant heating throughout the barn, make Kings Grant one of Eastern Canada’s finest equestrian properties.

The Selke family had boarded their horses for many years before deciding to build and as such had developed a knowledge of what worked in terms of functionality; boarding also allowed them the opportunity to develop their own aesthetic ideal.

“We really began to get a feel for what worked well,” Debby Selke explains.

“Knowing that one day we would build

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The 30 stall barn has three separate wings, which can be shut off from each other, but all still have access to the outside. Inset: The facility, built by Dutch Masters Construction Services was awarded the ‘2008 Horse Facility Project of the Year’ by the Canadian Farm Builders Association.

Behind Barn Doors continued from page 15 our own facility, we kept a list of what we felt was needed and what had worked well in the past. Our coach at the time, Mark Hayes, and his partner, Peggy Fitzgerald, were extremely helpful in the planning and design process. We wanted a balance between functionality and aesthetics, however functionality was always our top priority. Some of our most important musthaves were developed through past experiences.”

Kathleen Selke notes that one of their common complaints about boarding facilities was the long wait times for use of the wash stalls. “We really wanted to offer our horses top-of-theline care and that included being able to wash their legs and bodies immediately after they are ridden. As a result we built three extra-wide wash stalls with rubber matting and heat lamps, as well as three extra-wide tack up areas.”

Another common affliction of any busy boarding stable is the congestion resulting from farrier visits; Lianne Selke says finding a solution to this was a priority. “We had experienced the disruption in the day-to-day running of the barn on farrier days. The smell would permeate the barns, and the aisles would be blocked or the tack up area would be full with horses getting shod. It was important to us to design a user16

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friendly specific area for the farrier to shoe the horses away from the barn activity. At the farm the farrier has his own entrance with two farrier cross-ties and rubber matting for comfort.”

It is the careful thought put into the day-today operations and logistics that make Kings Grant the facility that it is, from parking in the rear to avoid obstructing the view of the front of stables to a special entrance for grooms and staff complete with many storage areas, lounge, and viewing room. Stephanie Stone, the Dutch Masters point person for the project, worked to design another of the Selke’s favourite features, explains Lianne. “The feed cart was specially designed with great storage and labelled hooks for individual buckets so that the grooms can efficiently deliver prepared feed buckets as they make their way down the aisle.” Adequate storage was of great importance to the Selkes, who incorporated separate storage rooms for hay, shavings, equipment, and also numerous wooden lockers.

The loading and unloading required when horse showing extensively necessitated a solution with minimal disruption to the main aisle activity. “In some barns we found that loading equipment for horse shows was labour intensive, so we focused very carefully on the design of our barn with respect to storage,” Lianne Selke explains. “One of

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In the centre of the three wings is a cathedral ceilinged tower with huge wooden beams, chandeliers and a large lighted cupola that can be seen for miles.

Inset: Extra-large tack room.

heaters that allows spectators to watch in comour most useful barn features is our horse show fort, and another complete with kitchen, granite storage area. With its own access doors that lead countertops, fireplace, and large enough for famto the driveway, the horse trailer has plenty of ily functions and parties. room to pull up to load and unload. There is The outdoor ring, which measures 120’ x 240’, no need for the shipper to even enter the main is equipped with all-weather sand and fibre footbarn area, as everything that comes and goes is ing called TravelRight Footing from Footing First, stored in that room with easy access. Off of that LLC, and an enclosed gazebo for viewing. The grass room is our laundry area where we have blanket Grand Prix field features derby ring specs and inhanging and top-of-the-line washer and dryer cludes a grobb, bank, table, and area for flatting. systems. After a show, everything is removed di“Riding out on the grass ring in the fall with the rectly from the trailer into the storage room, and leaves changing colours is one of our favourite then passed either into the main aisle or put in farm activities,” says Lithe laundry room.” anne Selke. “We wanted The 80' x 208' in“We’ve always felt that to be able to give our door arena is attached we owed it to our horses the ability to to the barn, lined, intrain on both grass and sulated, and heated. It horses to have room was the years of riding to retire and a forever all-weather sand and fibre footing. We wanted though the winter with home at the farm.” to be able to have them frozen toes that helped confident and successthe Selkes make the deful at any show, whether it was grass or sand that cision to fully insulate. Kathleen Selke explains, they would be competing on. Both outdoor rings “we wanted the arena to be very bright, so we are complete with irrigation cannons for optimal added dormers for extra light and large tempered footing conditions.” glass windows running throughout. We also deThe idea of building the 30 stall barn in three signed a jump storage room right off of the arena separate wings was developed through discusto make setting courses fast and easy.” The arena features two viewing lounges, one with ceiling Behind Barn Doors continued on page 18 www.gaitpost.com

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Behind Barn Doors continued from page 17 sions while finalizing the designs. “The wings can be shut off from each other, but all still have access to the outside,” Debby Selke explains. “We realized when we were building the barn that we would consistently be taking a good number of our horses to Florida to compete from December to April, while leaving a small number at home.

We needed to be able to leave the main aisle open, but shut off the two side aisles to conserve power and heat. We installed heavy sliding doors with large tempered glass transoms above them to let extra light come through, while keeping the warmth in the main aisle. In the centre of our three wings is a cathedral ceilinged tower with huge wooden beams, chandeliers and a large lighted cupola that can be seen for miles.”

The farm is home to the family’s five retired show horses, and a life of luxury in retirement is one of the most important offerings that the Selkes provide for their charges. Their belief that turnout is of utmost importance in the health of their horses was behind the decision to feature

21 paddocks on the property. The Selke’s property manager keeps the grass paddocks in excellent condition; the retired horses are brought in at night through the winter, and they have a runout shelter for shade during the warmer summer months. The family’s favourite aspect of the facility are the extensive hacking trails that run through the wooded areas and fields surrounding the property, which is also home to a manmade pond — a favourite of the family’s three rescue dogs and a help in the watering of the rings.

Kathleen Selke shares, “We’ve always felt that we owed it to our horses — as they have taken such good care of us in and out of the ring — to have room to retire and a forever home at the farm.

Turnout is so important to us, especially with our hunters. At the back of the property we added extensive retirement paddocks that allow us to look after our older horse like the family members they are. We really feel that our job here is to give the horses a high quality of life. We love that the barn has been able to make this happen for our animal family members.”

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Headline News continued from page 12 equestrian sport, allowing an unprecedented audience to appreciate the horse in the world’s greatest city,” said Bellissimo, who owns the chronicle of the horse. along with these exciting nighttime events, there will be a full daytime matinee schedule of interesting, diverse, and educational exhibitions centered around horses and their place in our history and culture. the Sunday matinee will present an arena polo competition featuring some of the world’s top players.

2015 equine canaDa Rule change PRoPosals aRe Due May 31, 2014 March 24, 2014: it is the right of every member of equine canada (ec) to propose amendments to the rules, subject to the current policies, procedures and schedules. ec members are invited to submit suggestions for 2015 rule changes. the 2015 rule change Proposal (rcP) submission form is available on the ec website (ec rule change Proposals). all rcP’s will be reviewed by the national rules committee and the Discipline/Breed rules committees.

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rcP’s will then be posted on the equine canada website beginning September 1, 2014 to allow for a 30-day member review. During this time members are encouraged to read the proposals and offer comments. the deadline for member comments is September 30, 2014. the national rules committee and the respective Discipline rules committees will consider pertinent public comments and modify/correct/withdraw any rcP’s requiring attention prior to october 15, 2014 Finalized rule changes will be posted on the ec website by December 1, 2014 to be effective January 1, 2015.

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riat International, the leader in innovative Western and English footwear, apparel and accessories, has recently signed Three-Day Eventing legend, Phillip Dutton. Dutton will be representing Ariat for both footwear and apparel.

Dutton has had an exceptionally successful Three-Day Eventing career. Dutton has won the USEA Leading Rider of the Year title for 13 years (1998, 2000-2010, 2012) and in 2005 was the number one FEI World Event Rider in the world. Dutton has represented Australia in three Olympics and four World Championships. After becoming an American citizen in 2006, Dutton represented the United States in the Pan American Games in Rio de Janeiro in 2007 where he was a member of the Gold Medal winning team and was an Individual Silver Medalist. Dutton made his debut on the United States Olympic Three Day Team at the Beijing Olympics in Hong Kong in 2008 where the team placed 7th. Dutton was also a member of the 4th placed Three Day Team at the World Equestrian Games in 2010.

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Currently, Dutton and his wife, Evie, own, manage and train out of True Prospect Farm, in West Grove, Pennsylvania and at their Red Oak Farm in Aiken, SC. Dutton is a dedicated trainer and coach to many up and coming eventers including adult amateurs and USET short list riders. Additionally, Dutton is a founding member of the Professional Riders Organization (PRO), chairs the USEF Eventing Active Athletes Committee and sits on the USEF Eventing High Performance Committee. He is also on the organizing committee for the Plantation Field International Horse Trials and CIC. “Phillip Dutton is truly an icon in his sport and throughout the equestrian community; Ariat is honoured to have him join our team,” said Susan Alcala, Vice President of Partnership Marketing at Ariat. “Phillip is a devoted rider and trainer. His values, dedication and enthusiasm are exactly in line with what we look for in an athlete; we couldn’t be happier Phillip is representing the Ariat brand.”

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five Industry Award Nominations for Schleese saddlery March 27, 2014: This is a stellar year for the Schleese Saddlery network, receiving industry wide recognition with five nominations for industry awards.

Jochen Schleese has been nominated for 3 separate awards: the Equine Industry Vision Award through AHP, Entrepreneur of the Year through the Chamber of Commerce, as well as Schleese Saddlery Service has been nominated as Manufacturer of the Year through the Chamber.

Sabine Schleese has once again been nominated as a Canadian Woman Entrepreneur of the Year through the RBC (Royal Bank of Canada) annual Woman Entrepreneur of the Year Awards, as well as one of Canada’s 100 Most Powerful Women through the Women’s Executive Network.

The educational arm of the company, Saddlefit 4 Life, has recently received USDF accreditation for its many educational offerings, including onsite clinics, lectures, courses, and presentations.

Equine Guelph Launches Research Radio March 26, 2014: Equine Guelph is proud to announce the launch of a new audio podcast on their popular website.

Equine Guelph has teamed up with Trot Radio’s Norm Borg and SSG Gloves to produce Research Radio, an online podcast updating you on the latest equine research by scientists at the Ontario Veterinary College and University of Guelph. It will highlight the cutting edge discoveries being made, and explain what they mean for the health and welfare of your horse.

Equine Guelph Director Gayle Ecker says, “Our partners at Ontario Veterinary College are producing ground breaking research designed to improve the health, welfare and safety of the equine athlete. The more widely we can publicize their findings, the more likely their work will be put to use to find concrete solutions as a means to that end.”

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a Gaitpost Series on getting to know some of the professionals in our local horse industry. By Karen Robinson.

Not Just Another Pretty Face

IAN ALLISON

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ian allison, the face of spruce Meadows.

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ost of us have known Ian Allison as the public face of Spruce Meadows for as long as we can remember. There is no doubt that he has played an enormous role in making Spruce Meadows a household name, far beyond the borders of the equestrian industry; but it would be a mistake to assume that Ian’s responsibilities start and end in front of the camera. For close to four decades, Ian’s career has been so deeply intertwined with that of his place of employment that it would be difficult to imagine one without the other. His official title at Spruce is Senior Vice President, Media, but there is hardly an aspect of the business of Spruce Meadows — from footing to corporate sponsorship — that Ian doesn’t know intimately.

Fortuitous Circumstances Born in Calgary in April 1961, Ian grew up almost literally in Spruce Meadows’ backyard, in the foothills southwest of Calgary. Horses were an inevitability for almost anyone growing up in that part of the world, where the landscape all but begs one to saddle up and ride into the hills.

“Both my wife, Joan, and I spent a great deal of our youth riding in the foothills and backcountry,” Ian remembers. “We loved those cold winter mornings riding bareback when we were 13 years old.” There were fewer fence lines back then, and of course no cell phones. A father of three, Ian now marvels at the carefree nature of that era.

Western was the saddle of choice when he was young, but Ian’s no stranger to English tack. “I’ve jumped just enough to be dangerous,” he says.

When Ian was in his teens he began working summers at Spruce Meadows, which was itself still a youngster. Even that first summer job was the result of circumstances as much as will, the result of indirect links between Ian and Spruce Meadows. Ian’s parents had gone to school with Ron and Marg Southern. Before Spruce Meadows even existed, Ian’s older brother had worked for Spruce Meadows’ Riding Master Albert Kley while studying to be a vet. “As a kid I was active in basketball, football and rugby,” says Ian. “But fortunately for me I got injured and Mrs. South-

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Ian with Competition Manager, Jon Garner.

ern asked if I wanted to work at Spruce.” As he finished high school and began his first postsecondary studies at the University of Alberta, Spruce’s calendar meshed nicely with his own.

“It was a perfect place for a student,” he says.

“My work there started in April and finished in September.”

In the early days of Spruce Meadows tournaments the announcer, Bill Taylor, was also the voice of the Calgary Stampede. One year in the late ’70s there was a date conflict between the Stampede and a new event at Spruce, which was then called the Texaco Junior (it has become what is now the North American tournament). Taylor told Marg Southern that he would not be able to announce at the tournament. “Mrs. Southern asked me if I would like to try announcing, and I said ‘sure’,” says Ian. It is difficult for Ian to identify exactly what prompted Marg Southern to ask him to take that first step toward what would lead him to broadcasting. “One thing Mrs. Southern found was that I had an ability to communicate the sport in a way that was sport-

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Ian in the International ring with the “Name the Foal” candidate.

Professional Profile continued from page 23 ing, rather than cultural,” he says. That ability would find its ultimate expression as Ian became the most familiar face at Spruce Meadows.

TV Times Ian’s personal development kept stride with that of Spruce Meadows, which was quickly distinguishing itself as a world class Show Jumping venue. Following graduation from the U of A, Ian studied television production at the Southern Alberta Institute of Technology. “When Spruce started, cable TV was not even on the radar,” he says. “Sports TV was three hours a week.” Spruce’s first TV exposure was in 12 minute segments with Johnny Esaw on Wide World of Sport, which aired on Saturday afternoons.

When Calgary was awarded the 1988 Winter Olympics, Ian’s career received a boost as an indirect result. “I got to know all the players with ABC, NBC and TSN, which was just coming on line. I sensed that the TV industry was going to be like oil, which is about pipelines and production. We started producing our own TV at Spruce Meadows to put our own production into the pipeline.”

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From 1985 to 1990 Ian and Nancy Southern collaborated on a weekly magazine-style TV series that ran on CTV affiliates, called ‘Spruce Meadows Today’. “We would take our audience to meet Jay Hayes and Zucarlos, or we would do a show from the Hickstead Derby,” he says, before adding with a laugh that “we should have waited for YouTube. We were ahead of our time!” That weekly program was the beginning of a media archive at Spruce Meadows which has turned into an extensive library documenting almost 40 years of equestrian sport.

Traveling Family Man While Ian’s involvement with the broadcasting area of Spruce Meadows was extensive, he was already wearing several different hats as the Southerns’ employee. When horses first began flying between Calgary and Europe, Ian was often the one to accompany them. It might not have seemed the best time to start a family, but in the early ’90s Ian and his wife Joan became parents to two sons, Mac and Graham, and a daughter, Avery. “I used to travel so much back when we had three children under five,” Ian says.

“I look back now and can’t believe what a saint

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my wife was — and is!” In addition to all the travel for work, Ian undertook a further educational step by obtaining his ICD.D designation from the Rotman School of Management at the University of Toronto. “I work for the Southern family in a duties-as-assigned basis, including oil and other industries,” he says in explanation of the decision to go back to school for a third time.

Ian is often asked to describe his role within Spruce Meadows. He’s found an accurate description by saying that he is largely responsible for the publicly perceived parts of Spruce, which these days reaches well beyond TV to web-based platforms like live streaming of competitions, as well as social media such as Facebook and Twitter. “I’m really a general manager in that respect,” he says. Ian also writes some of the documentaries produced by Spruce Meadows, including The Legacy of Hickstead. “I don’t get too involved in the narrative, but I still like to write them,” he says. As his responsibilities take him in new directions, Ian finds himself less often in front of the camera than in the past. “I do the TV presentations, and some of our voicing for commercials. I do still like to do it because there is nothing like paying attention to every horse on course.” Ian is also the point man for Spruce Meadows’ corporate sponsors. “I’ve had a great opportunity to work with great companies like Telus, Rolex, BMO and Chrysler,” he says.

Another evolving aspect of Ian’s work at Spruce Meadows has been to serve on international committees. He is the current President of the International Equestrian Organizers’ Alliance and he is on the FEI Jumping Committee.

The Passion Never Dies Ian first became involved with Spruce Meadows and then with broadcasting because he was just like many other kids: passionate about sport. In the Southern family he found not only an employer who allowed him to grow but also an exceptional role model. “If you ever wanted an instance of leadership by example, it’s them,” says Ian of Ron and Marg Southern. “They are in their eighties, and they are there every day, www.gaitpost.com

Ian: “It’s not a job — it’s what I do.”

making sure Spruce continues.” Ian says that the Southerns have turned down commercial opportunities that didn’t fit with the cultural values of Spruce Meadows, such as rock concerts and monster truck competitions. “Anything that has Spruce Meadows’ brand on it is interchangeable with the family’s name, and integrity must always come first,” he says.

Succession planning is another key to Spruce Meadows’ success, Ian believes; he cites the involvement of daughters Linda (the current CEO) and Nancy as an example. “They are children of the business, and they are also children of the sport.” Ian’s own three children, all young adults now, have their own connection to horses as recreational riders. And while all three are pursuing their own career paths, both sons have followed in their father’s footsteps by taking summer jobs at Spruce.

Asked to predict what he might be doing ten years from now, Ian replies only that he’s enthusiastic about the future of Spruce Meadows, as well as his continued role there. Retirement is not in the cards. “It’s not a job,” says Ian. “It’s what I do.”

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Industry News continued from page 21 study of race track surfaces and their impact on the performance horse. The results of the study could lead the way to newer, improved methods of therapy and preventative farrier techniques.

To listen to the first podcast, simply log on to EquineGuelph.ca. Click on the Research tab at the top of the page, then click Research Radio.

WesteRn DRessage association of aMeRica offeRs JuDges tRaining PRogRaM March 26, 2014: The Western Dressage Association of America (WDAA) offered the first Western Dressage Judges Seminar at the International Equine Judges Seminar held by the Color Breed Council in Tulsa in January of 2014. The response was overwhelmingly enthusiastic and the organization is in planning stages for additional offerings of this educational opportunity.

The WDAA Judges’ Training Program is open to all licensed Dressage judges, Western judges, Breed judges and those starting out who want to learn about Western Dressage. The program con-

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sists of three parts: participation in the Judge’s Seminar and a Rules test, online judges testing through access to a WDAA Online Judges Platform and a Learner Judging at Federation Competitions. Candidates who pass all sections of the program will be those recommended by the WDAA for judging Western Dressage.

For more information about the WDAA Judge’s Training Program, or to sign up for information on future offerings, please visit the Judges Education page on the WDAA website at www.westerndressageassociation.org/westerndressage-judges-education-program/. hcbc Wants you foR the bc suMMeR gaMes! The purpose of the Summer Games is to provide an opportunity for the development of athletes, coaches, and officials in preparation for higher levels of competition like the North American Junior and Young Rider Championships, Canadian Interprovincial Equestrian Championships, Pan-Am Games, and Olympic or Paralympic Games. There are 19 sports represented in the BC Summer Games involving up to 3,900 athletes, coaches and officials from all over the province.

Horse Council BC is the Provincial Sport Organization in charge of Equestrian Sport for the BC Summer Games. Competitors are selected from each zone around the province. Competitors must compete with the same horse they qualify on. Horse Council is looking for athletes between the ages of 11 – 17 as of January 1, 2014, who have met all the qualifying criteria in the disciplines of dressage, jumping, and vaulting.

We are also looking for athletes between the ages of 13 – 30 as of January 1, 2014, who have met all the qualifying criteria in the discipline of paradressage to be part of the equestrian team at the BC Summer Games. The games take place July 17 – 20, 2014 in Nanaimo, BC. We want you to apply for the Equestrian Team today!

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There’s a tear in your eye An abscess below the eye.

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y opening comment about the horse’s eye is that there is likely no body structure that can go to hell in a hand basket as quickly as an eye. So with some apology for my language, let me continue!

Any time that an eye has an abnormal appearance, my general advice is to fear the worst until proven otherwise. Simple appearing problems can turn into real nightmares and, if handled appropriately, potential disasters can often be quickly cured. The difference is a rapid, accurate diagnosis and treatment. There is a long list of eye diseases which cannot be covered in a single

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article but let’s focus on tearing, a common denominator with almost all eye issues.

Tearing can be due to something as innocuous as some dust or allergy causing a mild inflammation of the lining of the eyelid. Just as easily it can be the first sign of a melting corneal ulcer and certain blindness. This inflammation is referred to as conjunctivitis which can involve both the lining of the eyelid and the surface of the eye itself. Pain can be another hallmark sign of conjunctivitis. Any time that an eye shows evidence of pain it should be examined immediately. It is important to remember that not all

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conjunctivitis’ are created equally, as mentioned.

Some are mild and some can be associated with major problems. In almost all instances there will be some tearing.

An ophthalmic exam is warranted whenever ocular discharge, pain or swelling is noted. An initial examination is simple to perform and inexpensive. One of the most important parts of an eye exam is to determine whether or not the surface of the eye has been injured. This can be easily assessed by instilling a dye onto the surface of the eyeball and observe any break in the surface of the eye indicative of an ulcer or abrasion to the cornea. An uninfected cornea in a healthy horse has an amazing capacity to heal. However, delayed or improper treatment can lead to real problems. Once an corneal abrasion becomes infected, the healing process is impaired and delayed. An infection with certain fungal or bacterial organisms can lead to what is called a melting ulcer and the eye can be lost in a matter of hours (this is not an exaggeration!). Certain viruses can also attack the cornea causing inflammation (keratitis) and these must be differentiated and treated in an entirely different fashion than bacterial or fungal keratitis.

A significant red flag is evidence of ocular pain. Blepharospasm (squinting) and swelling, which will often accompany tearing, must be immediately investigated. Swelling of the eyelids can be due to something as simple as trauma to the soft tissue around the eye. But a word to the wise, it is not until the eye is examined that all the nasty stuff like ulcers, foreign bodies, punctures etc. can be ruled out. One of my early memories as a young practitioner was a call to treat a barb wire cut on the leg of a young horse. With all the focus on the bad cut I was lucky to notice that the eye was tearing. When investigated further I discovered that the cornea had been lacerated and a piece of the iris was protruding. With the help of a veterinary ophthalmologist, the injury was surgically repaired and the eye was saved. I recently attended a severely swollen eye only to discover that what initially appeared to be a very innocuous looking abrasion just below the eye www.gaitpost.com

A melting ulcer.

socket was actually a full thickness small puncture. A large abscess had formed and had blown up into a serious infection all around the eye. My point being, as I have said many times before, always sweat the small stuff!

Tearing can be associated with many other eye issues. Uveitis is a general term that refers to inflammation of the eye. This can be caused by a long list of conditions that range from glaucoma, periodic opthalmia (moon blindness), various metabolic problems and tumours. Tumours of the eyelid and as well as the conjunctiva can range from simple papilloma to a very serious squamous cell carcinoma. Not to say that tearing is always associated with disaster — a plugged tear duct and a mild irritation or allergy can cause tearing. The problem is that tearing is often just an early warning of inflammation, and the cause of the inflammation must be identified.

Tearing in newborn foals should never be ignored or confused with something simple. Entropion is a problem usually caused by an inversion of the lower eyelid, causing the eyelid and eyelashes to contact the surface of the eye. This condition can generally be treated without surgical intervention.

This article would not be complete without a word on treatment. There is an old saying that is not said often enough: Never put anything into your horse’s eye that you would not put in your own eye. Treating a horse’s eye can be difficult enough without putting in some irritating powder or spray that can actually harm the eye. Beware of the helpful friend who brings

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over some eye ointment that they just happen to have lying around. Never put an ointment in an eye that contains cortisone unless the eye has be examined by a veterinarian. Cortisones and corneal infections rarely go together. Cortisones will delay healing and can actually turn a simple eye infection into a total disaster. Treating eyes aggressively and properly can be difficult. Proper technique is important as well. Eyes often need to be treated several times per day with multiple medications. With difficult horses, a lavage system can be placed in the eye to allow for a much easier treatment program. I feel obligated to mention that if, worst case scenario, the eye does have to be removed, it can in most cases be done standing with excellent results. Horses function very well with only one eye. If desired, a prosthet-

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We are fortunate in BC to have access to board certified ophthalmologists who can bring with them their specialized equipment and expertise for difficult cases. In closing, I would like to refer you back to my opening remarks. Eyes need to be treated with the utmost respect. With most eye problems, tearing is a common denominator. Use tearing as a early warning sign and fear the worst until it is proven otherwise.

Dr. David J. Paton, DVM dr. paton established the roots of Paton and Martin Veterinary Services ltd. in aldergrove in 1979. he is extremely proud to have been instrumental in developing a very progressive state of the art equine practice in the Fraser Valley. dr. paton has always believed that service and continuing education are the hallmarks of a successful veterinary practice. David is a long standing FEI Veterinarian and has been very active in veterinary association work. dr. paton has a broad interest in equine medicine with a particular interest in dentistry, lameness and prepurchase examinations. david has remained very active in both the veterinary and equestrian community and is also active in riding and competing with his cutting horse, Dualler’s Miss Gem. J. reiter

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FEI President HRH Princess Haya (centre), was appointed President of the International Horse Sports Confederation at its first meeting recently.

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t the first meeting of the International Horse Sports Confederation (IHSC), the FEI and the IFHA confirmed that they share the same core values of protecting horse welfare and discussed in detail the different models under which both organizations operate.

The two organizations came to the conclusion that there are many commonalities and opportunities for further cooperation. Although there are operational differences due to regulatory requirements of our sports, both organizations are united by the horse and a shared philosophy built on our common values.

The FEI and the IFHA have joined forces by the creation of the IHSC and agreed on the priority to work together in the following fields always

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with the aim of ensuring the highest standards for welfare of the horse: • The continued commitment to fight against doping and any abuse of horses, • The cooperation with the OIE to facilitate the international movement of horses through the adoption of the concept of the “High Health High Performance Horse (HHP)”, • Assist the industry by surveillance of and reporting of diseases, • The creation of a Fund for joint initiatives to support the horse sports industry.

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youngriderreport By Hannah Beaulieu

An Experience of a Lifetime!

Hannah and Pharoah with Leslie and a little pup‌

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ix weeks, three CDIs, sunburns, ribbons, tears, and experiences that will last a lifetime. We began our journey arriving at W Farms in Chino Hills, California, after a 3 day drive with myself, my parents, and of course, my teammate Pharaoh. I had the incredible opportunity to train with Leslie Reid for a few weeks at W Farms before my first CDI. With her exceptional eye and teaching skills, in an arena lined with palm trees, the partnership between Pharaoh and me reached a new level.

On we went to San Juan Capistrano for back to back CDIs. Here I was warming up for my first CDI class, and feeling slightly out of place, next to many Olympians and highly respected riders.

Having high expectations for myself I set myself a goal of 70%. I came out of my first test feeling thrilled and satisfied. My score on the other hand, at 64%, was a far cry from my goal. I was disappointed, and I had to come to the realiza-

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tion that the expectations of the judges of a CDI are very high.

Two weeks later, with two CDIs under my belt, I was a vastly different rider. I had made many mistakes, but I had improved on many things and learned valuable lessons. Every ride was a learning experience and though I still wanted that 70%, I adjusted my goals; I wanted to ride a clean test and I wanted to have a controlled test. It was after making these goals for myself that I was able to see the change and the improvement to myself as a rider and my horse.

My scores stayed fairly consistent, but I now feel more confident and I was able to push for more from Pharaoh.

It was then time to say goodbye to San Juan Capistrano and Southern California, and head to Rancho Murietta near Sacramento, for the third and final CDI of the journey. I had two

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warm up days before the competition started, and with Leslie’s help, we challenged Pharaoh for more collection and power and he felt the best he ever has. Going into this competition with a different mindset and a clear plan made all the difference. I had a great show, and on the last test, one of the five judges gave me 71%! Though I had achieved my goal, I was more excited about the growth that I have felt with Pharaoh, something that no score can beat.

Through this entire journey there have been so many experiences; meeting Charlotte Dujar-

din, having a surprise visit from Ashley Holzer, being on a team for charity with Steffen Peters, and being coached the whole time by Leslie Reid.

I feel unbelievably lucky. I feel especially lucky to have been able to experience this entire journey with my mom. Without her I would not have gotten to experience those things. This trip to California has been the most memorable and exciting adventure yet, and I am hoping that the next experience will be the North American Junior Young Rider Championships in Kentucky this July!

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Western Dressage What a Good Idea! terri caGe

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ewly emerging on the training and competition scene is the sport of Western Dressage. As a coach and rider of multiple disciplines, and now a full-fledged Dressage queen, I have to wonder why this wasn’t developed long ago! I see this sport filling a huge niche in the equestrian world. Dressage is a solid, systematic process of training a horse, any horse, to be willing, happy, and athletic to the best of his ability.

Over the years, I have taught many clinics all over BC, and have gained much satisfaction in helping people with their horses (and horses with their people), regardless of the tack they are wearing. Dressage is simply translated to “training”, and repeatedly I have seen horses and riders benefit hugely from a little basic Dressage. Now there is a place for the multitudes of Western recreational riders out there that would benefit from this type of training, and are looking for a programme and competition for their horses in which they can truly see, feel, and quantify their progress. This is grassroots Dressage for everyone, without the preconceived (and usually incorrect or not earned) appearance of exclusivity that Dressage often cultivates. People love their Western tack, love their Western horse, and don’t want to give them up, but don’t necessarily crave the adrenaline-charged disciplines common to many Western competitions.

Good horsemanship is good horsemanship, regardless of the tack, and a good horse is a good horse regardless of the breed. So your horse isn’t an extravagant-moving Warmblood? Who cares.

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stretch of the imagination. And it doesn’t mean he can’t benefit from Dressage. All the qualities of a good Western horse are incorporated into this new system of Dressage training, and no one is penalized for having an unusual horse. The big secret is they really aren’t penalized in mainstream Dressage, either! It is just easier to get to the higher levels on a horse bred for the job, just like any other discipline. It doesn’t mean he can’t move through the levels if he isn’t a warmblood! If the horse is moving to the best of his ability, and in harmony with his rider, he is going to do well, regardless of whether he has feathers, vast quantities of hair, or would look at home in a Western saddle or pulling a cart. Horses are amazingly adaptive animals, and most horses can do most jobs — they just require systematic (good) training.

Western Dressage combines the principles of Dressage with the maneuvers of the stock horse.

The horse learns to use his hindquarters, not hold tension in his back or body, and become light on the forehand. The tests available are designed to be achievable from the simplest entry level of horse and rider, and progression through the levels develops the horse in a way that moving up a level when the previous one is accomplished is not difficult. Dressage shows are more about receiving an expert’s detailed feedback and personal bests for you and your horse, and if you get a ribbon and some loot to boot, well yay! A rider gets much more education from riding Dressage tests in front of good judges than most disciplines ever offer in competition, where you either win or you lose. No wonder so many people “hate showing.” This new discipline of Western Dressage is the perfect blend of training, progress, and rideability for the 99.9% of riders out there who have no Olympic aspirations — most just want to enjoy their horse, and have their horse enjoy them, and Dressage is an excellent system to do just that….

So google Western Dressage, and find the people in your area that are developing the sport. Get in on the ground level. I know this is going to be a big thing in the horse world. To follow is a summa-

From Classical to Western, President of Dressage BC Noni Hartvikson checking it out with her horse, Arrow Verono.

ry of Western Dressage by Kathy Lifton, of Langley, BC. Kathy has shown Dressage for many years, as well as been very involved in the Western world.

Kathy showed Grand Prix on an Appaloosa mare, so she knows much of what she speaks! A keen proponent of the Western Dressage movement, Kathy encourages everyone to seek out the expert in their area, and have a try. If showing isn’t your thing, it really doesn’t matter. What matters is the training involved, and the joy of riding a truly willing, supple horse that is on the aids.

Western Dressage by Kathy Lifton This new and exciting sport it growing at an unbelievable rate in North America and around the world. What is it? A marriage between the Western horse and Dressage. Who can do it?

Anyone who wants to learn communication skills that produce harmony with their horse.

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Western Dressage continued from page 35 es-in, shoulder in, or counter canter, while still maintaining the qualities of a Western horse relaxed and comfortable to ride, with a lack of tension or resistance on a soft contact.

The horse’s head and neck are carried in a relaxed natural manner in accordance with the conformation of each horse and level of training.

The horse learns to use his back and engage his hindquarters developing a lightness of the forehand. As the horse’s training proceeds, the engagement of the hindquarter and the lightness of the forehand become more obvious. The training is done with the same classical principles of Dressage, however with consideration of the gaits and movement of a Western horse.

The jog is not slow but a forward moving two beat gait. The walk is clear in four beats. The lope, although slower than canter, must maintain three clear beats. As training progresses, the horse is required to perform within each gait the collected, working and lengthening paces. The transitions between gaits are to be fluid and balanced and the

halts to be square. Riders may ride with one hand or two hands, with either a snaffle or Western bit.

In competition a prescribed pattern (called a Test) is ridden, broken down into marks for each movement; typically there are 16 to 18 movements in a Test. The Judge will assign a mark between 0 - 10 for each movement (10 being excellent and 0 being not executed). At the end of the test there are additional marks such as gaits, submission, rider position, accuracy and harmony which reflect the judge’s overall impression of your Test. The Test is calculated with a final mark given at as percent, such as 60% Unlike typical Western performance classes where a significant error puts you out of the ribbons, in Dressage you simply lose points for that movement and it is still possible to win based on the strength of the rest of your Test.

There is nothing like the thrill of riding a horse with his absolute acceptance to following your aids, moving fluidly from one gait to another, balanced, supple and bendable, with beautiful harmony produced through correct and logical Dressage training.

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FEI News continued from page 31 on 20 March 2014, the IHSC strongly declares that animal cruelty has no place in its sports and urges the US Authorities which are investigating these allegations to leave no stone unturned.

Moreover, the IHSC calls on PETA to immediately and as a matter of urgency share with the relevant regulatory bodies all the materials they may still hold with regard to horse welfare in order to allow them to undertake the necessary actions. tWo biD cities sign host agReeMents in fei WoRlD equestRian gaMes 2018 biD PRocess April 1, 2014: The FEI has received signed host agreements from two of the Canadian and US cities bidding to host the FEI World Equestrian Games 2018. The bid teams from Bromont/ Montreal (CAN) and Lexington, Kentucky (USA) have both confirmed their continued interest in hosting the Games in 2018.

Lexington, host city for the Alltech FEI World Equestrian Games in 2010, returned the signed host agreement in advance of the deadline for receipt of the documentation, which expired at midnight CEST on March 31, 2014.

The Bromont/Montreal bid had previously submitted the required paperwork and did not need to resubmit, but Equine Canada’s new President, Al Patterson, has officially confirmed to the FEI that Bromont/Montreal will remain in the bid process.

Lexington, Bromont/Montreal, and Wellington, Florida (USA) had been declared as official candidate cities in December last year, and site

visits of all three venues have recently been conducted by Tim Hadaway, FEI Director Games & Championships. However, Wellington withdrew from the bidding process just prior to the latest deadline in the bid process as Equestrian Sport Productions (ESP) was unable to deliver the commercial requirements put in place by the FEI. “It is unfortunate that Wellington is unable to deliver on the commercial requirements and has had to withdraw,” FEI Secretary General Ingmar De Vos said, “but we are confident that both Bromont/Montreal and Lexington have very strong bids.

“Both venues are very impressive and there is no question that either of them would offer an excellent location and quality infrastructure for a really wonderful FEI World Equestrian Games in 2018. We are looking forward to the next stage in the process when the two candidates present their detailed bids to the FEI Bureau in June.”

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FEI News continued from page 37 dates will present their final bids to the Bureau at its in-person meeting in June 2014. The host city for the FEI World Equestrian Games 2018 will be announced after that meeting.

The FEI World Equestrian Games are held every four years, in the middle of the Olympic cycle.

The seven FEI disciplines — Jumping, Dressage and Para-Equestrian Dressage, Eventing, Driving, Endurance, Vaulting and Reining — are all included on the competition schedule.

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The disciplines that have attracted the greatest number of nations are Jumping with 57 NFs, followed by Endurance with competitors from 50 countries. Australia, Austria, host nation France, Great Britain, Germany, the Netherlands, Switzerland, Sweden, and the United States have entered teams in all FEI disciplines – Jumping; Dressage and Para-Dressage; Eventing; Driving; Endurance; Vaulting; and Reining.

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Canada’s Belinda Trussell earned top results aboard Anton during week seven of the Adequan Global Dressage Festival in Wellington, FL, USA.

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anadian Dressage riders continued to earn top results at the Adequan Global Dressage Festival (AGDF) CDI-W/1*/U25/Y/J/P in Wellington, FL, USA, March 13-16.

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the week as one of Canada’s top performers.

Partnered with Robyn Eames’ 14-year-old German-bred gelding, Anton, Trussell achieved a score of 70.900% in the FEI Grand Prix to take fifth place. Later in the week, she earned an even

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higher score of 72.431% to win the FEI Grand Prix Special.

“As the season is going on I feel like he’s getting more confident in the ring, and we’re getting our timing together and our partnership. He’s such a competitive horse,” said Trussell, who was also successful during week seven of the AGDF, helping Team Canada 1 earn a Silver Medal in the Stillpoint Farm CDIO Nations’ Cup. “It’s a joy to sit on a horse like that because he goes in every time and I know he’s going to go and I know he’s going to be brave, and that’s an amazing feeling.”

Fellow Nations’ Cup team member, Megan Lane of Loretto, ON, placed in the FEI Grand Prix as well, scoring 69.800% to finish seventh aboard her 13-year-old Dutch Warmblood mare, Caravella.

Three other Canadians also finished in the top five in the FEI Grand Prix Special. Canadian Olympic veteran Ashley Holzer took third place with a score of 68.196% riding Tiva Nana, a Dutch Wamblood mare owned by Marissa Mastronardi.

“She’s an incredible mare. She’s a huge trier, huge talent; she just needs to come in here and realize there are no goblins and she’s going to be just fine,” said Holzer, explaining that although the mare is 14 years of age, she is still green when it comes to competing.

Finishing just behind Holzer in fourth place was Karen Pavicic from Vancouver, BC. Her mount was Don Daiquiri, a 12-year-old Oldenburg gelding she owns in partnership with Jayne Essig. Jill Irving of Moncton, NB rounded out the top five riding Holzer’s former Olympic mount,

Pop Art, a 17-year-old Dutch Warmblood gelding owned by Moreen Nicoll and Rusty Holzer.

In addition, Canadians had a strong presence in the small tour classes. Shannon Dueck, a Pan American Games Individual Silver medalist for Canada (who is originally from Vancouver, BC, but currently living in Florida) was a force to be reckoned with. Riding Cantaris, an 11-year-old Hanoverian gelding owned by Elizabeth Ferber, Dueck won the FEI Intermediate I Freestyle with a score of 71.625%. She also scored 67.939% for third in the FEI Prix St. Georges, as well as taking sixth in the FEI Intermediate I with a score of 68.640%.

Denielle Gallagher-LeGriffon, a Maritimer currently living in New York, earned two fourth place finishes in the FEI Prix St. Georges and the FEI Intermediate I with scores of 67.895% and 69.430% riding Argo Conti Tyme, a 12-year-old Oldenburg she co-owns with veteran Canadian Dressage rider, Evi Strasser, of Ste-Adele, QC. Strasser also competed herself, and the highDiscipline Reports continued on page 42

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seven, also had impressive finishes. Riding Action Tyme, her mother, Evi’s 14-year-old Oldenburg gelding, Strasser-Shostak placed just behind Blais-Tetreault in the Freestyle with an even score of 70%. She also took fourth place in the Team class, as well as fifth in the Individual.

Ashley Holzer and Tiva Nana win the CDI3* Grand Prix and the CDI3* Grand Prix Special at the 2014 Adequan Global Dressage Festival.

Discipline Reports continued from page 41 light of her week was a fourth place finish in the FEI Intermediate I Freestyle with a score of 68.250% aboard her 10-year-old Oldenburg gelding, Rigaudon Tyme.

Canada’s Young Riders had an impressive week at the AGDF, too. 2013 North American Junior and Young Rider Championships (NAJYRC) Individual gold medalist, Laurence Blais-Tetreault of Montreal, QC earned top three finishes across the board in the FEI Young Rider division.

Paired with Michelangelo, Mathilde Blais-Tetreault’s 16-year-old Swedish Warmblood, she topped the Freestyle with a score of 70.083%, finished second in the Individual, and took third in the Team tests.

Tanya Strasser-Shostak of Ste-Adele, QC, who was named FEI Young Rider Champion and Overall Champion of the Florida International Youth Dressage Championships during week

Canadians Finish 2014 Adequan Global Dressage Festival on a High Note April 1, 2014: A large contingent of Canadian Dressage riders have been calling the Adequan Global Dressage Festival (AGDF) in Wellington, FL home for the past 12 weeks, competing at the CDI level against top international riders.

During the final week of the series held March 27-30, Canadians went out like a lion.

Belinda Trussell of Stouffville, ON was Canada’s top performer in the prestigious CDI5* Grand Prix division. Riding Anton, a 14-year-old German-bred gelding owned by Robyn Eames, Trussell took fifth place in both the Grand Prix and Grand Prix Freestyle, earning impressive scores of 72.060% and 74.950%, respectively. This capped off a winter season of successful performances for the pair, who also won the CDI3* Grand Prix Special during week 10, and helped Canada Team 1 earn the Silver Medal in the CDIO3* Stillpoint Farm Nations’ Cup in week seven.

Two other Canadians took on the doubleheader in the CDI5* Grand Prix and Grand Prix Freestyle. The 2012 Olympians, David Marcus and Chrevi’s Capital, a 14-year-old Danish Warmblood gelding owned by Deborah Kinzinger-

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Miculinic took eighth place in both classes with scores of 69.900% and 72.900% respectively. Also, Jill Irving and Pop Art, a 13-year-old Dutch Warmblood gelding owned by Rusty and Ashley Holzer, competed in both the Grand Prix (66.880%) and the Grand Prix Freestyle (71.975%) placing 14th and ninth respectively.

Also competing in the CDI5* Grand Prix was Jaqueline Brooks and D Niro finishing in 13th place with a score of 68.000%, and in the CDI5* Grand Prix Freestyle, Diane Creech came 10th, scoring 68.525%.

Canadians were also highly successful in the CDI3* with four-time Olympian Ashley Holzer, a Toronto, ON native currently residing in New York, who earned double wins aboard Tiva Nana, a 14-year-old Danish Warmblood mare owned

by Marissa Mastranardi. An even score of 70% put them on top in the CDI3* Grand Prix, while their FEI Grand Prix Special win came after scoring 71.922%.

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Discipline Reports continued from page 43 Canadian veteran, Gary Vander Ploeg of King City, ON also earned a top finish in the Grand Prix Freestyle, taking third place with a score of 68.350% aboard Degas, a 15-year-old Oldenburg gelding owned by his wife, Jean Vander Ploeg.

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Holzer was also in good company in the Grand Prix Special results. Three-time Individual Pan American Games Medalist, Christilot Boylen (a Toronto, ON native who has been residing in Europe) earned third place on a score of 67.275% with Hudson 18, a 10-year-old Oldenburg gelding owned by Windhaven Farm and Jill Irving.

There were results galore for Canadians in the small tour division as well. Denielle Gallagher-LeGriffon (a native of the Maritimes currently living in New York) picked up second place in the FEI Prix St. Georges after scoring 69.781% with Argo Conti Tyme, a 12-year-old Oldenburg she coowns with Canadian Equestrian Team member Evi Strasser of Ste-Adele, QC. Third place went to Pan American Games Individual Silver Medalist Shannon Dueck, who is originally from Vancouver, BC, but currently lives in Florida. She earned a score of 69.561% riding Cantaris, Elizabeth Ferber’s 11-year-old Hanoverian gelding. Christilot Boylen and Drentano followed in fourth with a score of 68.026%. steffen PeteRs eaRns highest-scoRing gRanD PRix fReestyle at festival of the hoRse cDi 3* March 30, 2014: Steffen Peters and Legolas 92, the number one-ranked Grand Prix rider/horse combination in the country, “wowed” not only spectators but also the judges on their way to dominating the CDI Grand Prix Freestyle on the final day of California Dreaming Productions’ Festival of the Horse CDI 3*/Y/J/U-25 (presented by Hof Kasselmann) in San Juan Capistrano, Cal. Their score of 79.425% gave Peters and Four Winds Farm’s 12-year-old Westfalen gelding (Laomedon x Fuerstin by Florestan II) not only the win, but also the highest CDI Grand Prix Freestyle score in the country to date as they look to lead the U.S. Dressage Team to the Alltech FEI World Equestrian Games in Normandy, France this summer.

“We were right on the money today, every beat and footfall was right there,” explained Peters. “That’s how I like to ride freestyles and I think Legolas liked it too. We got clean changes today right off the bat and I felt like I was able

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noRth aMeRican league quaRtet MaKe the gRaDe foR ReeM acRa fei WoRlD cuP final March 28, 2014: The FEI World Cup Dressage North American League drew to a close last weekend at San Juan Capistrano (USA) with a win for America’s Brian Hafner and Lombardo LHF. However the qualifying spots for the Reem Acra FEI World Cup 2014 Final at Lyon (FRA) next month had already been decided, and it is the USA’s Tina Konyot and Cesar Parra who have made the cut.

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Judge Brenda Minor said, “For the whole freestyle, I felt they were telling a story,” she said.

“By the time they were done, I just wanted to stand up and cheer.” Earning reserve honors was Michelle Reilly with Sharon Roberts’ 13-year-old gray Dutch Warmblood gelding Umeeko (Goodlord x Otilinda by Jacorde) on a score of 71.025%.

Canadian FEI Junior Rider Hannah Beaulieu drove 25 hours with her family to compete at the California Dreaming Productions’ CDI series, and continued to improve her scores towards hopeful qualification for the NAJYRC in Kentucky aboard Nancy Olson’s Rheinlander gelding Pharoah (by Fidermark) with a Freestyle score of 68.042%. “I’ve never experienced a show like this, and I’ve learned so much here,” she said. “I learn more about myself and my horse with every ride. Today Pharoah felt really, really good, and I’m satisfied.”

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hunter/JuMper report scott bRash steals the shoW in $500,000 fti consulting finale gRanD PRix csi 5* March 30, 2014: The 2014 FTI Consulting Winter Equestrian Festival concluded on Sunday with an exciting line-up of world-class Show Jumping and the presentation of special awards to round out a very successful winter circuit at the Palm Beach International Equestrian Center in Wellington, FL. Although inclement weather caused Saturday night’s classes to be postponed, the final afternoon of FTI WEF competition was blessed with beautiful clear skies and sunshine for Sunday’s feature events.

Concluding the 2014 competition, the $500,000 FTI Consulting Finale Grand Prix CSI 5* saw an exciting win for the world’s number one ranked rider and 2012 Olympic Team Gold Medalist, Scott Brash (GBR), with his talented mount Hello Sanctos. British teammate and world #2 ranked rider Ben Maher took home the top bonus in the $100,000 FTI Consulting Rider Challenge for his incredible success throughout the circuit. Todd Minikus (USA) and Babalou 41

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Anthony D’Ambrosio (USA) designed the courses for Sunday’s competition and set a challenging track for the finale grand prix featuring 38 of the best competitors from the circuit. Riders from 14 different countries were represented, including 17 Olympic veterans.

Seven entries from the the first round advanced to the jump-off, where four jumped double clear. Nineteen-year-old Ben Asselin (CAN) and Attache Stables’ Makavoy began the jumpoff with a clear round in 46.01 seconds to eventually finish fourth. Jessica Springsteen (USA) and Stone Hill Farm’s Vindicat W upped the ante in 44.87 seconds to earn third place honors.

Richie Moloney (IRL) and Equinimity LLC’s Slieveanorra were faster in 44.64 seconds to take home second place honors. The final clear round belonged to Scott Brash and Hello Sanctos, who blazed through the course in 43.44 seconds to secure their victory. Last to go, Kent Farrington (USA) had the fast time of the jump-off in 42.72 seconds with Amalaya Investment’s Voyeur, but had a rail at the final oxer to finish fifth.

Along with the winner’s share of $165,000, Brash was presented with the Dennis D. Dammerman Perpetual Trophy. The trophy was created to honor the contributions to equestrian sport of Dennis D. Dammerman, a longtime owner of horses and founding member of the Wellington Equestrian Partners.

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Beautiful, long mane, nice conformation, easy to handle, well broke under saddle, currently in Dressage training, nice mover. $10,000. Contact Jess 250-739-0845 or khohie@hotmail. com.

10 yo 15.2 hh TB gelding. Excellent, easy temperament. PC to B/B2. Loves X-C, Evented to Pre-Training. Schooling 2nd Lev Dressage.

Extensive lessons last 3 yrs. No vices or previous injuries. UTD on all, easy keeper. $10,000.

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Rio: 2005 15.2 hh black Andalusian PRE gelding. Uncomplicated and easy to handle. Trained in Western Pleasure & Reining, ready for show ring. Can also be ridden English. $10,000. Contact Jess 250-739-0845 or khohie@hotmail. com.

Fogonera: 1998 16.1 hh grey Andalusian mare.

Imported from Spain. Proven broodmare. Well broke under saddle, no vices, good with vet, farrier & trailering. Trail-ridden, very sweet and a pleasure to be around. $10,000. Contact Jess 250-739-0845 or khohie@hotmail.com.

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Mystique’s Linage: 2001 15.3 hh grey Andalusian PRE stallion. 2004 and 2007 Canadian National Champion in Halter. Great conformation. No vices. Easy to handle. Shown Level 1 Dressage, working Level 2. $15,000. Contact Jess 250-739-0845 or khohie@hotmail.com.

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dreSSage Tonfleur: 14 yo 17.1 hh chestnut KWPN gelding. Tony is a perfect partner for Junior or Amateur. Training PSG & up.

Video available.

Asking $50,000.

Contact owner at 250-4880544 or alyssa brewer93@ gmail.com.

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Rad: 2009 17 hh bay Dutch X QH gelding. Bigmoving, comfortable, with 3 lovely gaits. Kind, willing, fun to ride. Schooling 1st Level. Video available $22,000. Contact 250-248-2592 or libby-naylor@shaw.ca. Parksville, BC.

Lady Antebellum: 8 yo 17 hh Oldenburg mare.

Showing 2nd Level, schooling 3rd, 1st Lev scores 65 – 74%. 3 super gaits, super temperament, easy to show and do, perfect amateur’s horse. $50,000 OBO. Contact Lynne 250-3784967 or dotranch@xplornet.com. Merritt, BC.

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8 yo 16.2 hh Dutch WB mare by Riverman.

Fabulous, elastic, uphill paces. Solid 1st Level, ability for much more. Easy to do; trails, farrier, clipping, bathing, farm/construction work.

Loves cuddles. Video available. $17,500. Contact 403-614-0120. Calgary, AB.

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On The Sly: 2000 16.3 hh TB gelding. Evented successfully at Training, schooled Prelim. All 3 phases in a snaffle. PC to C2. Excellent hauler, no vices. Shots UTD. C/w saddle and blankets.

Owner to univ. $10,000 neg. Contact 604-3172173 or echasmar@shaw.ca. Delta, BC. 50

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Elle’s Belles!: 8 yo 14.2 hh bay Maromac QH mare. Lovely, sweet, kind, willing, excellent jump, trails, Dressage. An excellent Pony Club/ Jr Jumper. Safe to haul, clip, bathe, etc. Shown successfully. $8,000. Contact 604-590-0097 or beaponypal@yahoo.ca. Delta, BC.

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Jetsetter: 14 yo 16 hh Dutch WB gelding. Consistent, competitive, no-fuss. Jr/Am wins to 1.15m, 1.25m, Jr/Am Prix des Nations teams at 2013 Spruce. Bold, brave, honest. 100% dependable. Ready for Jr/AOs. $35,000. Contact 403-669-1573. DeWinton, AB.

Bittersweet: 2005 16.2 hh CWB mare. Shown successfully in H/J to 1.15m with plenty of scope to go higher. Does all lateral work, auto changes, counter canter, etc. $40,000. Contact 587-983-6292. Spruce Grove, AB.

Winston Higgins: 2003 17 hh KWPN gelding.

Handsome, competition partner for serious A/A or Jr. Very well schooled on the flat & over fences. Currently competitive in 1.10-1.15m Jumpers. Serious inquiries. Contact Laura 403-3529549 or strongpinefarms@gmail.com. Alberta.

Jack Frost: 8 yo 14.1 hh grey Connemara gelding. Completed C2 Pony Club, training Dressage score 66%. Trail ridden, good with deer and bears. Excellent in traffic, used as a lesson pony for beginners. $20,000 negotiable. Contact 250-550-6551. Vernon, BC.

April: 5 yo 16 hh Warmblood mare by Concorde. Brave, honest, and talented Hunter or Jumper with a huge step. Showed successfully 3' at Tbird and Milner, with scope to move up.

Professionally trained. $20,000. Contact 604220-2170.

Kraftwerk: 9 yo 17.2 hh Dutch gelding. Potential Jumper/Derby horse for Junior/Amateur.

Schooling 1.0m, will move up to 1.10m. Previous Dressage training. $30,000 US. Contact Denise 425-239-0330 or www.farpointfarm. com. Maltby, WA.

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Cherry: 8 yo 14.2 hh Welsh mare. Sweet, afectionate, fancy jump, fancy mover! Good to haul, bathe, clip, etc. Be a success in the show ring this year! Video available. $8,000. Contact 604590-0097 or beaponpal@yahoo.com. Delta, BC.

Kodak: 4 yo 14.3½ hh DWB X gelding by Kupido K. Mature to 15 hh. Lovely balanced movement, great jump. 4+ mos. prof. training. Jumps 2'3" course, lead chgs, straight forward. Prospect for YR. Great manners. Contact Norah 250-748-8577 or foxstone@shaw.ca.

Fine Gael: 11 mo 15 hh reg.

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by Freestyle out of a Sempatico M mare. Mature to 16.2-16.3 hh.

Video available. $9,000 + GST. Contact 604831-7753 or m_drennan@ telus.net. Chilliwack, BC.

Mighty Max: 5 yo 17.2 hh reg. bay CWB gelding. Bold, eye-catching Dressage movement. Suit any disc. Perfect conf., big boned.

Just started over fences.

Very smart & kind. Video avail. $18,000.

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Giovanni: 4 yo 17 hh Oldenburg gelding (Gervantus II x Ramiro). Lovely mover, sweetnatured. Started under saddle last fall. Video available. $10,000 until training resumes in May. Contact Vonda 306-492-2286 or wind songfarms@hotmail.com.

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17" DK Jump saddle, with air, like new condition. Asking $3,200. Contact Brigitte 250-4923198 or rafter.b2@gmail.com.

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eventing report haWley bennett-aWaD galloPs to toP thRee in cic3* galWay DoWns March 31, 2014: Hawley Bennett-Awad a Langley, BC native who currently rides and trains in Temecula, CA and her partner Gin & Juice, a 14-year-old Thoroughbred mare by Audio she co-owns with Linda Paine, recorded one of only two fault-free Cross Country rounds at the CIC 3* Galway Downs International Horse Trials, March 28-30th.

Following the first day of competition Bennett-Awad sat in 5th place after earning a Dressage penalty score of 56.3 and then dropping one unlucky rail for four faults in Show Jumping.

On Saturday in a flawless round over Ian Starks’ Cross Country course, the pair’s foot perfect performance added no penalties to their opening score moving them up the ranks to finish the competition in third place overall.

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Jun 14 - Jun 15

MREC June Classic Hunter Jumper Horse Shower Horse Show, Maple ridge, BC Jack Polo: (604) 467-5616, mrec@shaw.ca, www.mrec.ca Jonathan Field Horsemanship Course 2 Clinic, Victoria, BC Roma Allen: (877) 573-4018, roma@jonathanfield.net www.jonathanfield.net Vernon Dist. Riding Club EC Bronze H/J Show, Vernon, BC Dr. Judith Olson: (250) 547-8812, juditholson@telus.net www.vernonridingclub.com Mission Horse Club Games Show - Heritage Qualifier, Mission, BC, info@missionhorseclub.org, www.missionhorseclub.org SSC Dressage Show, Surrey, BC Ali: (604) 817-2872, sunnysidesaddleclub@hotmail.com, www.sunnysidesaddleclub.com Windsor Stables Flat & H/J Show, Aldergrove, BC Sarah Davies: (604) 857-0098, sadws@shaw.ca www.windsorstables.net Jonthan Field Horsemanship Fundamentals Clinic, Fairview, AB, Lindsay Bueckert: (780) 512-7582, lbueckert@hotmail.com, www.jonathanfield.net MlM Spring dressage Show and indoor open Chute Jumping, Edmonton, AB Kelly: (780) 486-2099, kelly@mapleleafmeadows.com, www.mapleleafmeadows.com driving Clinic, delacour, aB Judy: (403) 946-5194 or www.newbertequine.com driving Clinic, Water Valley, aB Judy: (403) 946-5194 or www.newbertequine.com Jonathan Field Horsemanship Course 2 Clinic, Blackfalds, AB, Tamara Chmilar: (780) 720-5198 tamara_chmilar@hotmail.com, www.jonathanfield.net driving Clinic, delacour, aB Judy: (403) 946-5194 or www.newbertequine.com Jonathan Field Horsemanship Course 1 Clinic, Edmonton, AB, Tamara Chmilar: (780) 720-5198 tamara_chmilar@hotmail.com, www.jonathanfield.net driving Clinic, delacour, aB Judy: (403) 946-5194 or www.newbertequine.com Jonathan Field Horsemanship Course 1 Clinic, Millarville, AB, Krystal Meade: (403) 471-7666, eventsmanager@millarvilleracetrack.com www.jonathanfield.net MLM Summer Festival I & Tack Swap, Edmonton, AB Kelly: (780) 486-2099, info@mapleleafmeadows.com, www.mapleleafmeadows.com Driving Clinic, Delacour, AB Judy: (403) 946-5194 or www.newbertequine.com

sasKatcheWan May 8 - May 10

Jonathan Field Horsemanship Course 1 Clinic, Saskatoon, SK, Janice Ford: (306) 221-1697, janice.ford@yourlink.ca, www.jonathanfield.net

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