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WELCOME The legacy and future of The Event of Rebecca Farm

F O R E WA R D From FEI president, Ingmar de Vos

SCHEDULE OF EVENTS S P O N S O R S A N D PA T R O N S The Event at Rebecca Farm would not be possible without these valuable contributors – Thank you!

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ORGANIZING TEAM

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OFFICIALS

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2 0 2 3 R E S U LT S

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SHOP ’TIL YOU DROP!

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R E B E C C A FA R M SPECIAL PERSON

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H A LT C A N C E R A T X

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MEMORIAM

These hard-working individuals manage the event

Judges, stewards and technical deligates ensure a fair and fun event

A look back at last year’s winners

Check out the shopping fair for tack, clothing and keepsakes

M A P O F R E B E C C A FA R M A S P E C TAT O R ’ S GUIDE TO EVENTING The ultimate test of horse and rider

Ian Stark

Making a big difference

Remembering those we lost this past year

Welcome to

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ello and welcome to The Event at Rebecca Farm 2024! We are quite excited to be celebrating our 23rd year hosting such a wonderful array of competitors, coaches, grooms, officials, owners, spectators, volunteers, and eventing enthusiasts from all over the country and abroad. We wish all the horses, riders and their support teams a very safe, uneventful and successful journey!

In 2023 we introduced the Beginner Novice and Modified divisions to our competition in response to rider requests, and the divisions are full! In addition, we will have the FEI divisions that include CCI2*-L, CCI3*-S, CCI4*-S, CCI3*-L and CCI4*-L which are qualifiers and steppingstones for events in the fall. Last year, the 3* and 4* athletes/horses were closely watched by the United States selectors for the USEF Development Training List and 2024 Paris Olympic Team, as well as the Emerging/Developing Athletes USEF Program. Our world-class event offers extraordinary footing, course design and challenges that eventers aspire to complete. Our farm crew, cross country builders, staff and volunteers have been working day and night to ensure the absolute best hoof prints out of the start box.

Each year, Montana Equestrian Events, Inc., and The Event at Rebecca Farm raise funds for our charitable initiative, Halt Cancer at X. Thanks to everyone’s generous contributions, we have surpassed our wildest dreams and gone over the $1 million marker. These monies go directly to support national research projects in the battle to find a cure, along with funding Flathead community educational outreach programs for breast cancer survivors and their families.

After over a decade, our cross-country designer and legend, Ian Stark, is retiring. Jay Hambly has been selected as the new course designer. On quite a sad note, we have lost two very important and influential people, who have been a part of the Rebecca Farm Family for as long as we can remember-Mr. Henri Clay Bienvenu and Dr. Karen Nyrop passed in 2023 and 2024 respectively. They will truly be missed. Please read the tributes to Ian, Henri Clay and Karen composed by family and friends.

This event is the heart and soul of family, friends, volunteers, and our dedicated staff. It is truly a family effort, enhanced by all our committed volunteers, longtime friends and vested staff from all over the country.

We thank each and every one of you for joining us in our favorite week of the year! Have a great time!

Jerome, Beth, Rebecca, Sarah and our fellow MEE Board Members

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FOREWARD

BY THE FEI PRESIDENT

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n behalf of the Fédération Equestre Internationale, I am thrilled to welcome you back to the well renowned Rebecca Farm here in Kalispell, Montana (USA) for the CCI2*, CCI3* and CCI4*. The history of Rebecca Farm and equestrian sport dates back to over 20 years, with the first international Eventing competitions held in 2003 and the first CCI4* in 2019.

As the excitement of the next few days unfolds, we will witness some of the world's finest eventing horses and athletes showcase their talent, and once again be reminded of what makes Eventing one of the most remarkable of sports. The combination of Dressage, Cross Country and Jumping is hugely demanding and requires not only peak physical fitness from both horse and rider, but also a great mutual understanding and trust.

The dynamic, edge of your seat competition you come to witness in Eventing which has provided many incredible sporting moments and created unforgettable memories, finds its roots in values of trust, respect, teamwork and communication. The unique bond established between horse and human enables impressive feats of athleticism to be achieved and is the core around which the whole FEI community revolves.

Team work is also inherent to the equestrian landscape at all levels and every athlete you will see here is, effectively representing countless individuals and organisations that have not only supported them and their horse, but also paved the way to compete on the global stage.

I want to thank the organising team and all those who have dedicated their time, commitment and support to the successful running of the event allowing people around the world to engage first-hand with FEI Eventing. To the athletes and their entourage, I wish you a fantastic event and the best of luck!

Ingmar De Vos FEI President

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SCHEDULE OF EVENTS JULY 16TH T U E S DAY 3 P M Cross-Country Course Open — Horse Trials divisions

5 : 3 0 P M Competitor Briefing — FEI & HT 9AM - 6P M Rebecca Farm Office Hours

JULY 17TH W E D N E S D A Y: D R E S S A G E 8AM - 6P M Dressage: Arenas 2-5, Novice & Beg. Novice 1P M Horse Inspection Novice and Training Three-Day, CCI2*-L, CCI3*-S, CCI3*-L, CCI4*-S, CC14*-L

3 P M Cross-Country Course Open — FEI & Three-Day 7AM - 6P M Rebecca Farm Office Hours

JULY 18TH T H U R S D A Y: D R E S S A G E & CROSS-COUNTRY 8AM - 6P M Dressage: Arenas 1–5, CCI2*-L, CCI3*-S, Novice & Training Three-Day, Modified, Training

8AM - 5 : 5 0 P M Cross-Country: Novice & Beg. Novice 7AM - 6P M Rebecca Farm Office Hours 10 AM - 5 P M Shopping Fair Hours

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SCHEDULE OF EVENTS JULY 19TH F R I D A Y: D R E S S A G E , C R O S S COUNTRY & SHOW JUMPING 8AM-5:30PM

Dressage: Arena 1-3, CCI2*-L, CCI3*-L, CCI4*-S, CCI4*-L, Preliminary, Intermediate 8 A M -6P M Cross Country: Modified, Training, Novice and Training Three Day 8 A M -6P M Show Jumping: Novice & Beg. Novice 7A M -6P M Rebecca Farm Office Hours 1 0 AM -5 PM Shopping Fair Hours 10 A M -4PM Kid Zone Hours

JULY 20TH S A T U R D A Y: C R O S S - C O U N T R Y & SHOW JUMPING 7AM

Horse Inspection - Novice & Training Three-Day

8 A M -6P M Cross-Country: CCI3*-S, CCI3*-L, CCI4*-L, CCI4*-S, CCI2*-L, Intermediate, Preliminary

8 :3 0 AM -6 PM Show Jumping: Novice & Training Three-Day, Modified, Training & Beg. Novice

7AM -6P M Rebecca Farm Office Hours 10 A M -5 PM Shopping Fair Hours 10 A M -4PM Kid Zone Hours 7:0 0 PM -1 1 PM Event Dinner and DJ in the Pavilion.

Tickets available at Hospitality Tent in Shopping Fair

JULY 21ST S U N D A Y: S H O W J U M P I N G 8AM

Horse Inspection - CCI2*-L, CCI3*-S, CCI3*-L, CCI4*-S, CCI4*-L 9:3 0 AM -3 :00PM Show Jumping CCI2*-L, CCI3*-S, CCI3*-L, CCI4*-S, CCI4*-L Intermediate, Preliminary 7A M -5 PM Rebecca Farm Office Hours 1 0 AM -3 PM Shopping Fair & Kid Zone Hours

AWA R D S C E R E M O N Y T O F O L LO W T H E CONCLUSION OF EACH DIVISION.

SCAN THE CODE! For Schedule, Ride Times and Results, Cross Country & Facility Maps.

Please note this is a tentative schedule and subject to change.

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PA T R O N S PATRON PREMIER Pollard Resource Holdings Brian and Norma Murray The Lendrum Family – In Loving Memory of Katsy, JimBob, Peggy, Ruthie & Spotless PATRON PRIME Scott and Therese Blinks Anonymous

Anonymous Nina and Tim Gardner

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Sharon Anthony and Mike Weesner Wink and Joy Jordan Jane Karas Louise LaRue, Chateau Cheval LLC

Claudine and Dr. TC Origitano Eric Markell and Ellen Ahearn The Messmer Family Charlotte Yarkoni

PATRON Anonymous Ashley Adams Ruth Ackroyd John S. Chaney Julie T. Chapman Anonymous Anonymous Cindy Covington Crabtree & Company LLC Anonymous

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Anonymous Justin Graham Kristin Hetzer Hub Insurance Buck Jones Brad Kelleran Linda Kelleran and Linda Grund Randy Kozlowski Larson Family Gilbert and Joyce Lynch

Emily Morrison Anne Paschen Portillo Family PJ Rismon Anonyous Roderick Stuart Paula and Frank Sweeney Mary Williams Anonymous Pat Young

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TEAM

ORGANIZING TEAM EVENT DIRECTOR Jerome Broussard EVENT ORGANIZER Montana Equestrian Events, Inc. Sarah Broussard EVENT SPOKESPERSON Sarah Broussard M O N TA N A E Q U E S T R I A N EVENTS, INC. BOARD OF DIRECTORS Brian Murray, Chairman Jane Karas, President Jerome Broussard, Treasurer David Dittman, Secretary Sarah Broussard Elizabeth Lendrum Rebecca Broussard Eric Markell O P E R AT I O N S C O O R D I N AT O R Alison Heppner ACCOUNTING C O O R D I N AT O R Jennifer Johnson D E V E LO P M E N T C O O R D I N AT O R Marcia Spano S E C R E TA RY Christina Gray O F F I C E S TA F F Katie Trafton, Lynne Arnold and Katie Bystrom CROSS COUNTRY JUMP J U D G E C O O R D I N AT O R Kurstie Hammel DISTRIBUTION C O O R D I N AT O R Kim Turner D R E S S A G E C O O R D I N AT O R Heidi Diegel

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SHOW JUMPING C O O R D I N AT O R Max Corcoran

CREW Meg Brummel, Piper Ten Eyck and Julie Lambertus

XC CREW David Cathcart and Zane Webb

P U B L I C R E L AT I O N S Kim Miller

XC D E C O R AT O R S Kris Wood, Mary Duenow and Ava Chase

H O S P I TA L I T Y C O O R D I N AT O R S Elizabeth Lendrum, Mildred Shaw and Randi Williams

T R E AT I N G V E T E R I N A R I A N Bob Genovese, DVM V E T E R I N A RY H O S P I TA L LaSalle Equine Clinic AMBULANCE SERVICES Vitalogy EMS LLC S TA B L I N G C O O R D I N AT O R Jim Moyer A S S I S TA N T S Richard Burke, Scott Meier, Jeff Messmer and Nathan Larson C H I E F T I M E R S / S TA R T E R Joy Jordan T I M E R S / S TA R T E R S Greg Benson, Jody Collins, Tim Hinderman, Hillary Lind, Mary Kay Wilson, Frank Sweeney & Rick Patterson SCORERS The Scoring Chix Dawn Benson Greg Benson Daniel Benson Mary Gates Marianne Jew S H O P P I N G FA I R C O O R D I N AT O R Alison Heppner ON SITE SUPERVISOR James Hooper

AMBASSADORS & CREW Rebecca Broussard, John Shaw Chaney, Sara McGoldrick, Jane Manzella, Kate McGuinness, Nonnie Hopper, Erin Hofmann, Connie Thomas, Jeannine Young, Julianne Grant, Sherrie Dahl, Jim Wilson, DVM, Maureen Wilson, Dany Kisch, Mark Moriarty, Dan McGoldrick, Ruth Ackroyd, Daniel Quinn, Kelly Gates and Don Shymanski H O S P I TA L I T Y F LO W E R S Heather Barton SHUTTLE DRIVERS Marshall Byers, Gabrielle Jones and Derek Bitter CHIEF PURCHASING C O O R D I N AT O R John Shaw Chaney THE EVENT STORE Olivia Krause, Cajun Design LLC PROGRAM MANAGEMENT/DESIGN SnowGhost Design C OV E R C R E AT I V E Julie T. Chapman EVENT VIDEOGRAPHER Debi and Bob Ravenscroft, Ride On Video EVENT PHOTOGRAPHER Shannon Brinkman

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ORGANIZING TEAM C AT E R I N G C O O R D I N AT O R Johnny Alamilla CREW Les Simon, Kyler Johnson, Brindly Johnson, Jordon Keely, Luna Stolte, Azure Stolte, Hazel Gawe, Skye Horowitz, Zach Mance, Laura Boyce, Catherine Olsen, Heather Barton, Olivia Blackwell and Jane Dalton

Smith Foods, Copacabana Grill and Pepsi-Cola Kalispell R E B E C C A FA R M P H O T O G R A P H E R & WAT E R S TAT I O N C O O R D I N AT O R Jeff Lendrum

VO LU N T E E R C AT E R I N G C O O R D I N AT O R S Maria Bienvenu and Livvy Bienvenu; Café Bienvenu

FA R M C R E W Daren Wieferich, Tim Eash, Tyrel Miller, Stetson Miller, Ty Learn, Dillon Jewett, Bev Henry, Orion Preszler, Daniel Adams, Garrett Jewett, Layne Marr, Landon Hams, Alyssa Hammel, Ashley Hammel, Lindsey Hammel, Hayley Carstensen, Kaleb Turner, Kyler Turner, Tailor Reese, Lanie Fyall, Alithea Downing, Tommye Kelly and Scott Rossman

CREW Jeff Lendrum, Linda Greco, Adrienne Boyd, Hannah Boyd Suzanne Keel, Brandy Daniel, Monique Domino, Olivia Domino and Sophia Domino C AT E R I N G S E R V I C E S Fork in the Road, Kopper Kitchen, Porteus BBQ,

FA R M M A N A G E M E N T C O O R D I N AT O R Cathy Rasch

A S S I S TA N T S Jane Karas and Leslie Mercord AWA R D F LO W E R S Monica Brickman GOLF CART RECOVERY TEAM Reuben Bienvenu, Butch Thornton, Hinton Thornton and Luke Hebert C O M M U N I C AT I O N S C O O R D I N AT O R Daren Wieferich COMPUTER SERVICES Mike Kapity, Simple Tech T R AV E L A R R A N G E M E N T S Lisa Drye, Flathead Travel Service

AWA R D S C O O R D I N AT O R Nikki Oaks

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A GLOBAL LEADER IN ADVANCED THERAPEUTIC PRODUCTS FOR PEOPLE, PETS AND HORSES

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Back on Track’s Textile Technologies Back on Track for people, pets, and horses, are often used for preventive purposes, to speed up recovery, and to alleviate problems such as: Discomfort or stiffness in joints Pain from exercise, strains, or caused by overexertion of muscles.

Inflammation and swelling.

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OFFICIALS

2024 OFFICIALS 3/4* FEI TECHNICAL D E L E G AT E Andrew Temkin

FEI VETERINARIAN Kris Purcell

F E I A S S I S TA N T TECHNICAL D E L E G AT E Cindy Deporter

F E I A S S O C I AT E VETERINARIANS Catherine Kohn Jessica Robertson Katelynn Pierce

3/4* FEI PRESIDENT OF GROUND JURY Gretchen Butts

N AT I O N A L T E C H N I C A L D E L E G AT E Sarah Rajoy

FEI GROUND JURY Robyn Fisher Helen Brettell Sara Miller Leary Christel Carlson

A S S I S TA N T TECHNICAL D E L E G AT E Dorothy Hamilton

2* FEI TECHNICAL D E L E G AT E Cindy Deporter F E I A S S I S TA N T TECHNICAL D E L E G AT E Mary Duenow 2* FEI PRESIDENT OF GROUND JURY Val Vizzcarondo F E I C H I E F S T E WA R D Fran McAvity F E I A S S I S TA N T S T E WA R D S Dana Diemer Fran Cross Mary Ellen Miller Karlene Khor VETERINARIAN CONTROL Emily Sandler

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PRESIDENT GROUND JURY Ashley Johnson HT JURY Dayna Lynn Pugh DRESSAGE JUDGE Amy Jablonovsky Nicki Charbonneau T H R E E DAY PRESIDENT Deeda Randle T H R E E DAY J U RY Carol Kozlowski T H R E E DAY TECHNICAL D E L E G AT E Leslie Threlkeld ANNOUNCERS Joe Carbonari Jonathan Horowitz

CONTROL Louis Blankenship Malcolm Hook Cyndi Kurth SHOW JUMPING DESIGNER Chris Barnard WA R M U P S T E WA R D Roger Chick FEI XC DESIGNER Ian Stark F E I A S S I S TA N T XC DESIGNER Jay Hambly P, T, N , B N X C COURSE DESIGNER Bert Wood I N T E R M E D I AT E XC DESIGNER Marc Grandia T H R E E DAY E D U C AT I O N Rob Burk SAFETY OFFICER Kim Vierra

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R E S U LT S

2023 RESULTS C C I 4 * LO N G

JR. OPEN TRAINING A

SR. OPEN NOVICE B

JR. OPEN TRAINING B

SR. OPEN NOVICE C

SR. OPEN TRAINING A

Andrew Mcconnon Wakita 54

Travis Atkinson Calzini

SR. OPEN NOVICE D

CCI3* SHORT

SR. OPEN TRAINING B

NOVICE T H R E E - DAY

SR. OPEN TRAINING C

JR. OPEN BEG. NOVICE

SR. OPEN TRAINING D

SR. OPEN BEG. NOVICE A

TRAINING T H R E E - DAY

SR. OPEN BEG. NOVICE B

JR. OPEN NOVICE A

SR. OPEN BEG. NOVICE C

JR. OPEN NOVICE B

SR. OPEN BEG. NOVICE C

James Alliston Karma

C C I 3 * LO N G Jennifer Saville Pascal

C C I 2 * LO N G Alyssa Phillips Cornelius Bo

CCI4* SHORT

Alyssa Phillips Oskar

OPEN I N T E R M E D I AT E Megan McIver Kapitan Sparrow XII

OPEN PRELIMINARY A Todd Trewin Cooley High Society

OPEN PRELIMINARY B

Molly Duda Carlingfords Hes a Clover

OPEN PRELIMINARY C Kyla Mason Wild Child

OPEN MODIFIED A

Tommy Greengard Quick Quinn

OPEN MODIFIED B

Kaylawna Smith-Cook AEV Zara

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Maddie Kelly Favoloso

Isabelle Eppink Enfinity

Jacqueline Cameron Penny Lane

Jolie Jantz Noah Constrictor

Shruti Bona Saint Ignatius

Marc Grandia Levino

Chanelle Dahl Balian

Avery Calder Zip Wyatt

SR. OPEN NOVICE A Leah Breakey Port Rouge

Jane Musselman Engapore

Kaylawna Smith-Cook Remember Me

Kristin Joly Nevada

Patience O'Neal High Khaliber Angel

Jules Thompson The African Queen

Erin Grandia Fernhill Royale Flush

Lesley McGill NSC Bellamy’s Diamond

Victoria Klein Monets Wish

Amber Ryan Starlightpistol

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VENDORS

SHOP 'TIL YOU DROP! INSIDE THE BIG TENT

A W E E B I T L E AT H E R :

Hand-crafted leather and textile handbags, leather bracelets, wallets, and home decor accessories all handmade by the artist and tooled one piece at a time.

ARTRUVIAN:

Original art products

by Artruvian.

ARROWHEAD HERBSN-POTIONS, LLC: Herbal, natural ointments, salves, and teas, for humans and pets. No chemicals, fillers, dyes, tints, local/ organic herbs, 100% pure EO, no fragrance oils.

ALL THINGS EQUESTRIAN:

All Things Equestrian is a boutique casual riding clothing line that embraces the equestrian world. You are sure to stand out in our exclusive prints for both Western and English riders.

A U R O R A & B A N D I T:

T-shirts, other clothing items, bags, and other accessories.

BEE YOUR OWN VA L E N T I N E :

Bee Your Own Valentine soap, lotion, and lip balm will be at Rebecca Farms vendor tent. Come and see us!

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BEMER HUMAN & EQUINE:

BEMER improves circulation, promotes relaxation, and regeneration after exercise, increases physical performance, and speeds up recovery time for Horses and their Humans. Better With BEMER.

BEARGRASS L E AT H E R :

Beargrass leather handcrafts modern heirloom leather handbags and accessories.

BUCKAROO BLING LLC: Handcrafted boho-western jewelry in sterling silver, genuine American-mined turquoise, and deer leather.

Certified Made in Montana.

B AC KW O O D B A S I C S A LV E S :

I grow & harvest local plants and turn them into salves, creams, oils & more.

CENTER FOR WA R R I O R S F O U N DAT I O N C O R P & M O N TA N A V E T E R A N A S S O C I AT I O N : The Center for Warriors is a Christian organization established to coordinate existing & new programs through a holistic approach to serve the needs of the warriors suffering from PTSD and/or TBI and to support those who have been severely injured while at war to help them return to a fulfilling life.

VENDORS CHAD RUSELER:

Retail sales of assorted knives and small accessory pouches.

DBA COUNTRY GIRL GIFTS AND MUCH MORE: Watkins spices and Thirty-One totes.

ENGEL & VOLKERS WESTERN FRONTIER: Engel & Völkers Western Frontier is the Northwest’s leading luxury real estate brokerage offering bespoke experiences throughout Montana, Washington, and Idaho.

ENCHANTED BRAIDS: I make horse hair jewelry, key chains and hat bands.

E M I LY S W I S H E R :

Self-Publishing author of the book STABLE: A Therapist and the Healing Nature of Horses.

ESSENTIAL SOAKS B AT H B O M B S : - ) L L C : High quality Bath Bombs, Pedi Bombs, and Shower Melts. All made with purified essential oils and wholesome Ingredients.

FREE REIN CHIROPRACTIC:

Comprehensive assessment of biomechanics, lifestyle, and nutrition to identify root causes of health issues and guide holistic approaches.

HUMAN TOUCH:

Human Touch provides innovative products and experiences that deliver life changing benefits.

HOMESTEAD PRODUCTS:

Handmade Leather goods including jewelry, wallets, bags, holsters, and accessories as well as bullet/ brass jewelry.

HINGE:

Clothing and accessories.

HONEY SUCKLE AND M U S TA R D S E E D S : We are a Lady's Boutique that is centered around beautiful fabrics and styles for the GIRL on the GO.

IN DOG WE TRUST 406: Fun apparel and gifts inspired by DOG! T-shirts, sweatshirts, tumblers, mugs, hats and more for DOG lovers everywhere! For the LOVE of DOG!

JENNA JUSTICE STUDIO WORKS: I am a Bigfork artist, specializing in abstract

acrylic/metal leaf paintings.

I also make greeting cards, bookmarks, magnets, and Little Neighborhood Libraries.

KIRA JUNE BRAIDS LLC: Kira June Braids LLC creates custom handmade paracord braids for everyday life.

These braids include reins, bridles, halters, breast collars, dog leashes, collars, and more!

LEIA FOX DESIGNS:

Vintage and contemporary Native and southwestern jewelry, custom-shaped palm leaf hats, and hat accessories.

LO S T C R E E K P H O T O G R A P H Y:

Lost Creek Photography creates timeless memories of your pets with exclusive fine art premium quality wall art, albums, and other heirloom products.

MEDSENSE MASSAGE AND WELLNESS T E C H N O LO G I E S L L C : MedSense Massagers offers high-quality, therapeutic massage devices designed to relieve pain and enhance recovery, ensuring comfort and wellness for every user.

M O N TA N A P L A Q U E S

BY PETER RYMAN: Handmade, unique, one of a kind, custom works of metal art.

M&S SKIN CARE:

Luxurious, nature-inspired soaps, lotions, and more made with Montana grassfed tallow and goat milk.

Treat your skin to the best!

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VENDORS S KY R I V E R EQUESTRIAN CENTER:

Sky River Equestrian Center is an Equine facility focused on rehabilitation and wellness with an innovative Water Treadmill, Cold Salt Water Spa treatment, and relaxation & sun.

S H E L LY ’ S J E L LY S L L C : We make gourmet jams and jellies in a variety of regular and spicy flavors.

TWKALISPELL – YO U R T U P P E R WA R E CONNECTION: Come see the new Tupperware products and purchase some as well…

NOBLE HORSE G A L L E R Y:

Noble Horse Gallery celebrates the timeless bond between horse and human, offering antiques and vintage finds to modern streetwear, accessories, and home decor.

NORTHWEST M O N TA N A F I E L D JOURNAL:

I am a Whitefish based author and illustrator. My work is focused on living in Northwest Montana - the plants, animals, landscape, and culture.

O F F T H E B E AT E N PA T H S A D D L E R Y:

We are an English and Western store that specializes in unique and quality clothing, accessories, and tack both new and used.

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PROELITE:

As a leader in ultra-premium horse nutrition, our products are specially formulated to support horses at every stage of life. Whether it’s enhancing performance or elevating rehab, supporting healthy weight gain or maintaining metabolism conditions.

ROOTS AND ALL HEALING:

At Roots And All Healing we do more than just talk, we offer comprehensive healing to those that feel invisible, with and without horse confidants.

R OYA L I R O N EQUESTRIAN:

Visit the Royal Iron Equestrian booth for custom stock ties, cooling stock ties, and other cooling gear.

TWO BEAR THERAPEUTIC RIDING CENTER:

An organization dedicated to improving the lives of those with special needs by facilitating emotional, physical, and social development through equine-assisted activities.

T N R G R O U PU LT R A B A N D U S A :

UltraBand-therapy/magnetic/ ionic/ frequency bracelets for pain relief, balance, energy, better sleep.

T N R G R O U P- B E Y O N D T E N S : Hi-Dow-TENS/

EMS-medical massage devices for pain relief and massage therapy.

VENDORS THE HANDMADE F A R M ( F O R M E R LY M O N TA N A C R A F T E D ) : I am a mastercraftsman leather smith. I have done the show many times as Montana Crafted but we have a new name. The only difference is we make products even better now!!

THE HOOD HOME A N D V I N TA G E :

We are a vintage market seller. We specialize in hard-to-find antiques and collectibles, as well as modern farmhouse decor, and a unique clothing boutique.

WILD HORSE L AV E N D E R :

Welcome to Wild Horse Lavender! Our farm shop is filled with quality, made-inMontana lavender products including oils, soaps, sachets, balms, bouquets, and more!

W YAT T O U T D O O R S :

Women’s performance apparel designed in Montana, proudly made in the USA for women who light their own fire. UPF 50+, moisture wicking, pearl snaps. Fashion meets function.

YOUNG LIVING ESSENTIAL OILS:

Young Living Essential Oils; organic CBD, nutrition, personal care & grooming items.

406 CONNECTED PERMANENT J E W E L R Y:

I offer a Permanent Jewelry experience. My clients are able to design jewelry

options that will give them lasting memories of the event they attend.

OUTSIDE THE BIG TENT

AGRIBEST FEEDS:

AgriBest Feeds is a family owned feed distributor located in Billings, MT. We sell a variety of all natural equine products from EquiLix, EquiPride and Redmond.

C O LO R A DA TAC K :

1947 Camper turned Mobile Tack Shop featuring unique, handcrafted goods & quality tack sourced primarily from small businesses owned by women from Canada to Argentina.

C&R TRAILER SALES:

C & R Trailer Sales carries multiple brands of horse trailers and toy haulers. Fully stocked parts department and certified service department. Located at 3155 US Hwy 93 South in Kalispell. On-site service available during The Event.

M O N TA N A CHEVY DEALERS:

Stop by your Montana Chevy Dealers today for exciting offers on a lineup that’s big on style and value. Together let’s drive…at Corwin Motors in Kalispell, Missoula Chevrolet in Missoula, and “Don “K” Chevrolet in Whitefish.

ROAMING BIRD RANCH:

Western wear, hats, home goods, tack, gifts, and more.

WHITEFISH CREDIT UNION:

We’re proud to return to sponsor this year’s Kid Zone!

Community-focused and dedicated to bettering our members’ financial health.

We exist to serve you.

Z AY Z S W E E T Z L L C :

Come join me at Zayz Sweetz for an adventure with freeze-dried candy! A tasty treat you’ll never forget!

FOOD & BEVERAGE TRUCKS

COLD STONE C R E A M E R Y:

We offer 7 flavors of ice cream, toppings, cookie sandwiches, root beer floats, and water.

C A R L’ S C O R N D O G S :

Everyone loves a GREAT corndog and Carl’s Corn Dogs are THE BEST! Homemade batter, handdipped & fresh out of the fryer… just like Mom’s homemade bread right out of the oven! They simply don’t get any better!

COWGIRL COFFEE:

Cowgirl Coffee is bringing the Cowboy style coffee experience to the Flathead!

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D & T BBQ:

BBQ Pulled Pork, Tri-tip, Cowboy Fries, French Fries, Bacon Wrapped, Stuffed Jalapeños.

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SWEET PEAKS ICE CREAM:

Montana Made Ice Cream - carefully crafted in Whitefish, MT using local dairy; a selection of quality ingredients from the Mountains!

STABLING TRADE FAIR

ARION SELLIER:

Arion Sellier is a custom and semi-custom saddle brand that uses only premium French leather and craftsmanship in our factory in Southern France. Let our team create the saddle of you and your horse's dream. Shop our tack and accessories.

C A S T- A -WAY S C O F F E E :

Hot food, Hell on Wheels (Hellroaring Saloon)

Organic espresso drinks, hot or iced; Lotus energy drinks, Lemonade, Italian soda, Chai Lattes served out of a vintage horse trailer.

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C&R TRAILER SALES:

HELLROARING S A L O O N A N D E AT E R Y:

Japanese-style yakisoba noodles wok fired in secret sauce with 21+ vegetables, served with or without teriyaki chicken.

M O U N TA I N BERRY BOWLS:

Acai Smoothie Bowls! A thick smoothie layered with granola, fresh fruit and toppings. All items are gluten and dairy-free!

SODALIGHTFUL:

Specialty drinks: sparkling/ flavored waters, Boba, Freestyle Sodas (classic Sodas with syrup flavoring, fruit purees, and creams), pretzels, and dip.

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FA R M T O TA B L E ICE CREAM:

Espresso drinks, homemade baked items, homemade ice cream.

G A L L O P S S A D D L E R Y:

Come visit Gallops on the hill in stabling, not only do we have all of your eventing needs, but we are stocked full of things you WANT. Pikeur coats, sun hats and shirts, ice boots, Kerrits, flair strips, and so much more.

G L A C I E R G O U R M E T:

Glacier Gourmet Food Truck.

KERRITS PERFORMANCE EQUESTRIAN APPAREL: Kerrits Performance Equestrian Apparel and Gallops "pop-up" boutique is open to all for shopping during the event. Exclusive sales and all the sought-after tights and breeches! Located in the large garage up in stabling.

C & R Trailer Sales carries multiple brands of horse trailers and toy haulers. Fully stocked parts department and certified service department. Located at 3155 US Hwy 93 South in Kalispell. On-site service available during The Event.

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Service: Fully adjustable saddles are ergonomically designed for women, keeping in mind the everchanging needs of the horse.

Custom saddles and accessories.

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Acai Smoothie Bowls! A thick smoothie layered with granola, fresh fruit and toppings. All items are gluten and dairy-free!

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POINTS OF INTEREST H O S P I TA L I T Y Stop by the Welcome & Hospitality Tent, ask questions about the best way to enjoy your day and view past Event photos and history.

S H O P P I N G FA I R This showcase of vendors represents the NW and beyond.

Browse jewelry, saddles, arts and crafts, and grab something to eat from one of the many food concessions. Plus, bring your kids to the weekend Kid Zone!

KID ZONE Bring the entire family and come enjoy the Rebecca Farm Kid Zone, Friday, Saturday, and Sunday. We offer pony rides, face painting, and arts and crafts!

EVENT STORE Purchase Event logo wear and one-of-a-kind souvenir tees, hats, shirts, jackets, Halt Cancer at X products, gifts and more.

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guide to EVENTING A S P E C TAT O R ' S

HORSE-AND-RIDER COMBOS C O M P L E T E T H E U LT I M A T E T E S T 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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W H AT YO U W I L L S E E T H R O U G H O U T

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 horse-and-rider pair is 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 phase is the most exciting and demanding of the three phases, and the one many spectators enjoy the most.

Horses emerge from the start box and gallop across over undulating terrain, with 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. Crosscountry 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 over the obstacle and between the flags. If a flag is knocked down, the ground jury may decide to apply penalties.

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. 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 if the pair had completed cross-country the previous day.

A F E W FAC T S A B O U T E V E N T I N G 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.

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

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, steeplechase (speed), jumping, and dressage. The endurance and cross-country phases took place over REBECCAFARM.ORG

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

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

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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-

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.

These penalties carry forward 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 dressage.

Multiple refusals or one fall of horse or rider is grounds for elimination.

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

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.

T H E S P O R T T O DAY

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

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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 are 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 horse-and-rider fitness. During phases A and C (roads and tracks), riders trot through marked gates over several kilometers, warming up their horses and 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 crosscountry. 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.

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S P E C TAT O R S A F E T Y & 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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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.

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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 crosscountry 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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2024 USEA Classic Series Calendar Indiana Eventing Association (IEA) H.T. (VIII) | May 31 - June 2 | T3D, N3D, & BN3D Summer Cocinino H.T. and T, N, BN 3 Day Event (X) | July 4-6 | T3D, N3D, & BN3D The Event at Rebecca Farm (VII) | July 17-21 | Offering T3D & N3D Spokane Sport Horse 10th Annual Fall H.T. (VII) | September 26-29 | T3D, N3D, & BN3D Hagyard Midsouth Three-Day Event (VIII) | October 16-20 | T3D & N3D Waredaca Classic Three-Day Event & H.T. (II) | October 25-27 | P3D, M3D, T3D, N3D, & BN3D Ram Tap H.T. & Classic 3-Day (VI) | Nov. 15-17 | T3D, N3D, & BN3D

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IAN STARK R E B E C C A FA R M S P E C I A L P E R S O N

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an Stark, commonly known as “The Flying Scot, Scotty” by his peers, family, and friends, is an international legend in the equestrian community.

Born in 1954 in the Borders Region of Scotland to a non-horsey family, Stark got a notoriously late start to the sport of Eventing at the age of 18. Ian and wife Jenny married in 1979, went on to have two children, Stephanie and Tim, and now have two grandchildren. The Starks continue to enjoy life in The Borders Region at their Ian Stark Equestrian Centre. Ian continues his adventurous ways skiing “the deep stuff” in the Alps, competing, fox hunting and spending time with his grandchildren who lovingly call him “Grumpy.” They have him totally wrapped around their fingers and toes!

The 1984 Los Angeles Olympics was the real start of Ian’s Eventing career and his longstanding inclusion with the British Event Team. This calling culminated in a collection of medals and wins including four Olympic Silvers, one team Gold,

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one team silver and one individual silver at the World Championships, one individual Gold, one individual silver and one individual bronze-plus six team Golds-at the European Championships. Also included are three Badminton wins and the (as yet) unequalled record of being the only rider ever to become 1st and 2nd in the same year! There is also an abundance of 3-day event wins-too numerous to recall.

Stark was named a Member of the Order of the British Empire in 1989 and an Officer of the British Empire in 2001 for his incredible contributions to the equestrian sport. “When I went to Buckingham Palace for the MBE, Queen Elizabeth was the presenter. Handing over the award, the Queen remarked, “And, about time too.” Following she sent him a horse to work, which Ian found quite amusing-he had four owners: The Queen, two duchesses and a lady. His friends joked that you “had to be titled to send a horse to Ian!”

Ian joined the Rebecca Farm Family in 2012 as architect and designer of the cross-country course which now includes the CIC-4*S and CCI-4*L. His other achievements and efforts include the Maryland 5* beginning in 2021; Richland Park and Galway Downs all in the US. In the UK his accomplishments include Chatsworth CCI-4* and Bramham CCI-4*/CIC-4*. He also designed Tattersalls in Ireland and the first European Championship track at Blair Castle in 2015.

Fellow legend, Lucinda Green, stated “I’ve grown up watching Ian Stark, and I’ve grown up riding a lot of Ian’s courses, so we’ve learned over the years what to expect and we have a lot of trust in him. He’s a very bold cross-country rider and he builds bold courses that rewards bold riders. It’s usually very clear for a horse to see the question.”

Ian himself states, “my reputation is I’m tough and I ask some big questions. I separate the wheat from the chaff, but I’d rather have 10 riders inside the time than 5 on the floor!”

Tamra Smith, American Event rider, who was part of the Pan American Team Gold in Peru, Team Silver at Patroni, Italy World Championships, as well as the first American since 2008 and first woman since 2009, to win the Land Rover Kentucky 5* in 2023, said this about Ian: “Ian Stark is not only one of the best horsemen in the world, he uses

his personal experience to design challenging and educational courses for both horse and rider. Both become more experienced and knowledgeable. I am always incredibly excited to walk an Ian course in preparation for my ride and wondering what he has up his creative sleeve? I am equally thrilled to tackle whatever he has designed. Ian is a magician.”

At the end of 2024, Ian has chosen to retire from his career in design. “I think it’s a good decision.

I’ve always been very aware of and anxious about hanging on to something for too long. Knowing when to quit is never easy. If you hang on too long you could lose your edge and stop younger people from coming through. I’d rather go when people still want me!”

The Event at Rebecca Farm is incredibly honored and privileged to have a person of such amazing stature as our designer and a part of our team. Ian has aided in putting The Event on the USEA map as THE event to take part in. We will certainly miss Ian’s sparkling, mischievous blue eyes, incredible sense of humor, extraordinary architectural design and his exceptional regard for horse/rider safety and welfare. Thank you, Ian, for a job well done!

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CUMULATIVE GRANTS

SURPASS $1 MILLION

Total Halt Cancer at X grants awarded sailed past the $1 million mark earlier this year when a research grant for $50,000 was presented to Dr. Benjamin Spike PhD and Ms. Brooke Gates, PhD candidate. The grant was the second given to the University of Utah team to support their innovative work on MCAM inhibition in mammary tumor cell lines.

Halt Cancer at X began in 2012 as a onetime fundraiser tribute for Event founder Becky Broussard. “Friends were asking what they could do to honor my mom,” said Sarah Broussard. “I had seen something like this done at another event and decided to try it here for the purpose of raising some money for breast cancer research. I never imagined it would continue year after year, or that we’d get even close to raising over a million dollars. I still can’t believe we've reached that milestone. I'm so grateful for everyone who has donated to support Halt Cancer at X through the years!”

In addition to an annual research grant, several community grants are awarded each October during breast cancer awareness month to local non-profits that provide financial and wellness support to breast cancer patients

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and survivors. “My mom really believed in supporting local causes, so once we realized Halt Cancer would be an ongoing initiative, we added a community grant component,” said Sarah. “Our ultimate goal is to help find a cure for breast cancer, but until then, we’re glad to be able to support organizations who are helping our friends and neighbors who’ve been impacted by this disease.”

Halt Cancer at X is administered by Montana Equestrian Events, Inc., the 501 (c)(3) nonprofit organization that presents The Event at Rebecca Farm annually.

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MEMORIUM

H E N R I C L AY B I E N V E N U The Event at Rebecca Farm will be much quieter now without our beloved longtime Broussard Family Friend, Henri Clay Bienvenu. Henri Clay added a magical component to whatever he was a part of with humor, kindness, wisdom, and a contagious, one-of-a kind laugh. He was an early childhood friend of Jerome Broussard, and they were into mischief from the get-go! Henri Clay and The Cajuns started coming to The Event in 2005, offering up a splendid dose of Bayou Teche camaraderie.

Henri Clay was born on September 21, 1941, and raised in St. Martinville, Louisiana. He was a graduate of St. Martin High School and USL. He served honorably in the U.S. Army becoming an artillery officer, was a member of the Jaycees, the Rotary Club, and the Louisiana Press Association, serving as president of each. He also was a member of the State Parks and Recreation Commission and began Neighbors in Need. He was the editor/publisher of the Teche News Newspaper for most of his life and although he “retired” in 2007, continued working and being an active part of the newspaper up until his death.

Henri is survived by his lovely wife of 59 years, Maria Comeaux Bienvenu; son Gerard M. Bienvenu (Lori); daughters, Catherine Knemeyer (Ian), Therese Bennett (Shane Sr.), Monique Domino (Leroy), and Suzanne Hebert (Dr. Brent Hebert); 19 grandchildren; two great grandchildren; and siblings Marcelle Bienvenu Lasserre and Bruce Bienvenu.

We will miss Henri Clay Bienvenu, but he will live forever in our hearts.

KAREN NYROP To sufficiently honour Karen, in all her class, grace, humour, and wisdom, is an impossible task. She lived a life we would be unable to encapsulate in a decade’s worth of tributes, speeches, songs, and photos, much less in a few words on a page. So with the knowledge of being tasked with the impossible, I wish not to memorialize Karen, but instead to acknowledge her. To acknowledge her for the force that she was, and remains, in each of our lives, and in the communities, she was such an irreplaceable part of. To pay tribute to the fierce competitor she was, and to her deep love for this sport. To recognize her career as an FEI veterinarian, and her contributions to both the practical and academic realms of the industry. To acknowledge Karen in her many, many roles - an advocate; a teacher; a sister; a wife; a parent; a friend. And while this too is an impossible task, in the time since Karen’s passing on New Years Day, the sheer onslaught of people - family, friends, colleagues, acquaintances - who have expressed their wish to pay tribute to Karen, to honour her memory, and to acknowledge the force that she

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was, is difficult, for me at least, to comprehend. Not because I’m surprised, not because any of us are surprised, but because it hints at the magnitude - the absolute fullness - of her life. Of her contributions to so many. Of Karen’s gift to us all.

This past December, following several years of health challenges, and ultimately, a liver transplant, Karen was recognized as the recipient of the Ironmaster Award, given by the USEA to “an individual in the sport who exemplifies fortitude and courage”. She was nominated, in secret, by her friends & colleagues, which was ultimately the only to have pulled it off; Karen could be the most obviously deserving person in the room, and she would still think it should be someone else. I know I speak for many when I say that Karen was, without doubt, the most deserving.

Since her passing, many of these same colleagues, and fellow professionals, have come forward with numerous ideas for grants & support programs, both in the US & Canada, to be established in Karen’s memory, all with the goal of supporting young, aspiring veterinarians, and developing wellrounded, well-educated horsemen & women. While she would cringe at her name being front and center, I think she would love the idea at its heart, and I hope we can see a number of these ideas through to fruition.

Already “The Nyrop Cup” has been created, a classic three-day challenge for Area X Young Riders, created in memory of Karen and her longstanding dedication to the education & development of athletes at all levels of the sport. Karen was always willing to lend her time and expertise to anyone who needed it, whether you were a longtime friend, or someone she had just met. Whether you had a simple question, a colicky horse at 10pm, or a boot rub that just didn’t look right, she would show up, make time for you, and help you in any way she could. I’m pretty sure most of the West Coast has been to Karen’s school of “how to properly jog your horse”, and for many of us it may have been right here at Rebecca Farm. A quick reminder to those headed down the jog strip this weekend: Loose rein, stay at the shoulder, and the key is to cluck and THEN start running.

Karen was an incredible person, a top-notch human being, and an irreplaceable part of our greater Eventing community. For every award given, scholarship created, bench placed, or tree planted, there will be another dozen small memorials that occur without our knowing. Thousands of small tokens of acknowledgement, gratitude & love, for Karen.

The truth is that we will continue to celebrate Karen in a million little moments. In the appreciation of a perfect sunrise, and with grapefruit margaritas on the west deck; by knowing the names of her favourite wildflowers, and digging out the bird book because it had a white tail and red chest…

I think; through adventures with our dearest friends chasing that next ridge line, and in allowing yourself to humbled by a clear and starry sky; in having your ride not quite go to plan, but loving the journey all the same; in pearl earrings worn on dressage day, and pieces of turquoise carried close to our hearts; by knowing the true gift of one good horse.

And so, as we head into Karen’s favourite week of the year, I hope to celebrate her with our Eventing family, and some of her oldest friends, in a place that meant so much to her, and of which she was such an integral part; a small part of the village that came together to support Karen, and our family, these past few years. Thank you will never be sufficient, and it speaks to the tribe of people who loved Karen so ferociously.

To the Eventing community, and to Rebecca Farm, thank you for the years of joy & support that this sport, and this place, gave to Karen. Thank you for sharing her with us. This weekend, if you’re lucky enough to leave that start box, take a moment to be grateful for the incredible opportunity - and then giv’er!

From Karen's Tribe-Larry, Paige, Clay, Kathy, Nancy, their families and friends.

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