ADA March 2014 Centerline

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Arizona Dressage Association Mission Statement The Arizona Dressage Association is a not-for-profit organization whose goal is to promote the advancement of classical dressage through educational opportunities and programs, and the rigorous evaluations received at recognized and schooling dressage shows.

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The Centerline is the official monthly newsletter of the Arizona Dressage Association (ADA), a 501(c)(3) not-for-profit organization.

Material in the newsletter may not be reproduced, with the exception of forms, without the written consent and credit of the editor and/or author. The Centerline assumes no responsibility for the return of unsolicited material unless accompanied by a stamped, self-addressed envelope.

The Centerline welcomes your articles, letters, barn news, cartoons, artwork, poetry and especially, your photographs.

Submissions, news, views and opinions expressed herein do not necessarily reflect the position or views of the ADA. Acceptance does not constitute an endorsement. Accuracy of materials submitted is the sole responsibility of the author. The Editor reserves the right to accept, reject and edit submitted material.

The deadline for articles and advertising is the 10th of the month. Mail to: Kay Lorenzen, 4634 W. Country Gables Drive, Glendale, AZ 85306 Or Email to: centerline@azdressage.org

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How Can you Contribute to the Centerline?

There are many ways you can contribute to making The Centerline a more useful and informative newsletter for the membership.

Barn Tips Submit your innovative, imaginative and useful barn tips to Meredith Watters at watters4@cox.net Letters to the Editor If you have comments, suggestions, or wish to express opinions relating to the sport of dressage, submit your letter for consideration to centerline@azdressage.org Clinic Reviews Write up a review of a clinic you attended describing the training and what you learned from the clinician. Send submissions to centerline@azdressage.org Barn News This column is for the trainer/barn to brag about the accomplishments of its clients, introduce new clients and horses, update readers about any barn improvements, or talk about any other news of interest to the membership. It’s a free plug for the barn, trainer and clients. Send submissions to centerline@azdressage.org Nuggets Do you have a training concept that you would like to share?

Something your trainer has said to make your understanding more clear? Please share with other riders by sending submissions to centerline@azdressage.org Product Endorsements/Advertising In most cases, products and services are paid advertising.

Occasionally a specific product will be named as to how it benefits the horse or rider, but this is discouraged. Press Releases are welcome. Likewise, articles that are negative in nature concerning a particular product will not be considered for publication.

Classifieds Have something for sale? For rent? Want something? Put your ad in the classifieds to see if someone has what you want, or wants what you have. Send to centerline@azdressage.org It’s Why I Ride or Living The Dream Submit an article and photo of you and your horse describing why you ride. Send to centerline@azdressage.org. If the photo is a riding photo, please wear a helmet for photo.

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Region 5 Message

Voting Directors: President: Sue Leutwyoer 602789-7782 623-570-5991 1st VP: Kathy Smith 2nd VP: Nathalie Eikel-Baughman 480-231-4587 Secretary: Cindy Hitchcock 480-553-7741 Treasurer: Cynthia Ganem 602-980-7800 Trustee of Records:Cynthia Ganem602-980-7800 Anne Buchanan 817-456-4551 Michell Combs 602-689-7866 Betty Drake 480-695-6363 Jill Graf 480-390-3200 Carolyn Haskell 602-330-2040 Christie Jones 480-748-7527 Sarah Lindsten 480-586-7103

USDF hosted another great educational venture in Florida in January – the Succeed/ USDF FEI Trainers’ Conference with Steffen Peters and Scott Hassler. It had a wonderful turnout and the reviews were incredible once again. USDF also helped to sponsor the 2014 Global Dressage Forum North American in February, also in Florida. USEF Network has also been broadcasting some great dressage from some of the CDIs in Florida this winter and having attended several of those CDIs myself, I must say, there is so much to learn from just watching these classes. It’s been a very busy educational winter in the Southeast with the many forums offered by various groups and organizations and I know a few folks have been able to attend some of the sessions. The energy during the Florida season is amazing and the opportunities to learn are incredible with many riders and trainers from Europe present in addition to our top trainers in the US. There are some additional educational opportunities being offered this year and next year out on the West coast in California and Nevada in 2015 with the World Cup in Vegas. Start saving now and plan on a Florida and West Coast trip in those winter months of 2015.

Alternate Directors: Heather Bilodeau

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Committee and Program Chairs: Awards: Carolyn Haskell 602-330-2040 Centerline Editor: Kay Lorenzen 602-789-7782 Communications: Sue Leutwyler 480-767-3588 Education: Sarah Lindsten 480-586-7103 Finance: Cynthia Ganem 602-980-7800 Fundraising: Anne Buchanan 817-456-4551 Futurity: Janet Solanik 480-391-2049 Historian: Sue Leutwyler 480-767-3588 Juniors/Young Riders: Vacant Membership: Michell Combs 602-689-7866 Nominating: Public Relations: Christa Severns 602-599-7390 Scholarship: Ann Damiano 602-617-4596 Show: Kathy Smith 623-570-5991 Sport Horse: Year End Awards: Sue Leutwyler 480-220-4792 Webmaster: Sue Leutwyler 480-767-3588 Northern Arizona Chapter: President: Lynn Simpson Vice President: Joyce Cecchini Treasurer: Linda Roth Secretary: Emily Dolan Tooey Durning Jack Tismeer Michele Renner Randi Wagner

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ADA Board Attorney: Wendy Riddell

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Global Dressage Festival, evening of the CDIW*** Freestyles Fundraising efforts are once under way for the USDF Region 5 Juniors and Young Riders as they try to qualify and travel to the 2014 FEI North American Junior and Young Rider Championships. The Championships will be held July 15-20, 2014 at the Kentucky Horse Park. It is a very large undertaking to take our group of 8 riders to Kentucky with their horses, grooms and Chef d’Equipes and they need all the support we can give them. If you would like to contribute or help with their fundraising efforts, please contact Joan Clay, our Region 5 Jr/YR FEI coordinator at jnclay@comcast.net or 970-420-0877 or our Fundraising Chair, Julie Barringer-Richers at jabr57@gmail.com or 720-341-5033. If you are still interested in participating in the FEI Junior and Young Rider program for 2014, the last intention deadline is April 30th but the less expensive deadline is April 1st, so be sure to get in your intentions soon.

If you are interested in being a delegate to the Board of Governors meeting, there is still time to contact our Nominating Council representative and have your name added to the ballot for Participating Delegate. Please contact Scarlett Fahrenson at stgeorg@dakotacom.net and let her know your interest and she can provide you with more details on the potential responsibilities. PM Delegate nominations are due in to the USDF office no later then April 15th.

The USDF publication on horse show management, Show Biz, has been updated very recently and now includes sections on Dressage Sport Horse Breeding competitions and Para Equestrian classes. It will be available for purchase through the USDF store in the Spring.

Till next month!

Heather Petersen Region 5 Director

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MINUTES ARIZONA DRESSAGE ASSOCIATION Annual and Elections Meeting February 3, 2014 Draft Minutes www.azdressage.org

The meeting was called to order at 6:47 p.m.

Directors Present: Cindy Hitchcock, Kathy Smith, Michell Combs, Carolyn Haskell, Cynthia Ganem, Kay Lorenzen, Anne Buchanan, Sarah Lindsten, Sue Leutwyler, Nathalie Eikel-Baughman Directors/Alternate Directors Absent: Betty Drake, Sarah Lindsten, Jill Graf.

Alternate Directors: Heather Bilodeau Chairpersons of Standing Committee: None Members of Local Chapters: None Guests: Ann Allison, Cynthia Course, Zoe Reed – DVM. Guest Speaker: Zoe Reed, DVM, gave a power point presentation on equine ophthalmology.

Officer’s Reports: Secretary’s Report – Cindy Hitchcock: MOTION: Kathy Smith moved to accept the Secretary’s report as printed in the Centerline and posted on the web. VOTE: Unanimous. RESULT: Motion Carried.

Treasurer’s Report – Cynthia Ganem: December, 2013: Operating Acct. - $27,787.27; Reserve Acct. - $62,324.55; Credit Card Acct. -$5,422.70; ADA CD - $11,425.56; Pantano CD - $11,425.56. 1099’s have been mailed. 1096 has been prepared. MOTION: Sue Leutwyler moved to approve the Treasurer’s Report. VOTE: Unanimous. RESULT: Motion Carried.

Standing Committee Reports: Finance – Cynthia Ganem: Included in the Treasurer’s report.

Membership Committee – Michell Combs: As of January 31, 2014: 23 new Members in 2014; ADA/GMO Members: Adults; 18 Junior/Young Riders; 5. 2014 ADA/GMO Members: 217 total. 181 Members renewed in 2014; 166 Adults, 15 Junior/Young Riders. 13 Members returned; 11 Adults, 2 Junior/Young Riders. 162 2013 ADA/GMO Members have not renewed for 2014; 147 Adults, 15 Junior/Young Riders.

Recognized Shows – Kathy Smith: 115 entries received so far for Fun In February. Two “S” judges have been hired. Negotiating with the food vendor.

Spring show - all is on track. Bid for 2015 Regional Championships is being worked on. Sue Leutwyler will be sending the bid in shortly. Bid will be for the second weekend in October and will be an Open show plus the Regional show. The show will be called “Oktober Fest”.

Equipment Committee – Kathy Smith/Philipp Kast: The trailers that carry the ADA equipment need to be painted. Cynthia will get us some bids on painting.

Schooling Shows Committee – Nathalie Eikel-Baughman, Cynthia Ganem, Cindy Hitchcock: Approximately 45 rides at the January show. Next show is March 1, at Dale Creek, Terry Kemp will judge. Venue contracts discussion.

Education Committee – Sarah Lindsten: 4 people registered, 3 pending registration for the Sport Horse Clinic. Flyers sent out to NACA, TDC, New Mexico and Colorado Dressage Clubs. Sarah requested that a downloaded copy of the flyer be posted at our barns.

Scholarship Committee – Ann Damiano: Applications received: One Open, one Jr/Yr and six Adult Amateurs.

Fundraising Committee – Anne Buchanan: Cavalor continues to add their support. They will be providing embroidered saddle pads for all clinic riders and gift bags for all auditors. Anne will be meeting with West coast/sw Equi-Fuse rep.

Nomination Committee – Anne Buchanan: Election votes were tabulated. The election results are as follows: Michell Combs – Director, Betty Drake – Director, Carolyn Haskell – Director, Katherine Smith – Director (Vice-President), Heather Bilodeau – Alternate, Cynthia Course – Alternate, Adriana Gilcreest - Alternate. MOTION: Kay Lorenzen moved that Sue Leutwyler – President, Katherine Smith – Vice President, Nathalie Eikel- Baughman – Second Vice President, Cindy Hitchcock – Secretary and Cynthia Ganem – Treasurer, be elected by acclamation. VOTE: Unanimous. RESULT: Motion Carried.

Awards Committee – Carolyn Haskell: New date for the Year End Awards’ Banquet is April 5, 2014. Location: AZ Artists Guild. Prizes discussed for the Fun in February. FEI Trophy discussion.

Futurity Committee – Janet Solanik: 3 Adult Amateurs/Jr. Young Rider nominations received so far. No change as of this date.

Communications Committee – Sue Leutwyler: January Report – Total Page views: 50,790; Average Page views/Day 1638; Average # Different Computers/Day: 285. Most Popular pages: FIF Prize List, Omnibus, January eCL, Home Page, Spring Celebration PL, Calendar, TDC Winter Heat PL, Show Page. Most Popular PDF Downloads: January eCL, FIF PL, Membership Form, Schooling Show Entry, Omnibus, Scholarship Program Application, Recognized Show Entry, Futurity Entry.

Auditing Committee – Cynthia Ganem: No Report.

Junior /Young Riders Committee – Position Vacant. Bobbie Lynn McKee-Luffy has shown interest in the position.

Volunteer Committee – Heather Bilodeau: Heather is working on the 2013 volunteer hours. Fun in February is 100% staffed.

Vendor Coordinator - Heather Bilodeau: Heather submitted three proposals to change Vendor fees for the March and November shows, due to the City of Scottsdale raising the outdoor fee spaces. Discussion followed.

PR Report – Christa Severns: Anne Buchanan and Cynthia presented a rough draft of the Media Packet. Waiting on photographs.

Sport Horse – Position Vacant: Sport Horse clinic will be held on February 22, and 23rd at C.A.R.A. Four applications have been submitted with three pending. Heather Bilodeau will help Sarah with the clinic. Flyers have been sent to various Dressage Clubs.

Ad Hoc Committee Reports: OLD BUSINESS: Flextime Mounted Education Program – Jill Graf: No Report.

Document Retention Policy – Sue Leutwyler: Sue submitted points from Statute A.R.S. 10-11601, regarding Document Retention for the ADA. Code of Ethics Committee – Anne Buchanan: The Committee Members submitted a draft of the ADA Code of Ethics, which was reviewed by Wendy Riddell, ADA Attorney, to the Board for their review. A Code of Ethics meeting is set at 5:00 p.m., February 5th at Wendy Riddell’s office.

NEW BUSINESS: None CALL TO MEMBERS – Members may be recognized by the Presiding Officer and may then address the Board regarding issues of concern to the Association. The Presiding Officer has the right to limit the amount of time that each Member has to address the Board.

Announcement of Next Meeting – Regular Meeting of March 10, 2014, at the home of Cynthia Ganem.

Adjournment: Meeting adjourned at 8:30 p.m.

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Cyndi Jackson Cell 602.689.0952 USDF Bronze/Silver/Gold

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Nuggets Does your trainer or clinician have some quotes or pearls of wisdom that he or she repeats that crystallize a concept for your riding? If so, please email them to kaylorenzen@cox.net and they will be considered for publication.

From Hector Carmona Jr. What is the desired contact or weight in the hands?

It is nothing more than the ultimate feeling between horse and rider, of the horse is on its own. A state of complete and total harmony, in self-carriage with maximum mental and physical expression, the horse stepping all the way through into its mouth with positive energy and the rider has a full release into the hands. Then riding turns into art. That is the sought after feeling of when it comes to the desired contact in the hands.

The energy comes from the hind legs over the supple back and out to the front of the horse without any restraints by the rider. All of it maintained by only the positioning of the body, and there is literally no weight in the hands. The horse is capable of maintaining such a state of full expressive beauty for 3-5 horse lengths and then needs it the guidance from the rider. The very last action by the rider is the full release of the reins and nothing is lost, and everything is gained, the horse on its own. And riding becomes living art with the horse.

There exists the supporting contact and the stiffness or tension type of contact, the leading contact and the stopping or slow down contact. But at the very end of any such contact there is the full release of the rider’s hands. During that moment of self-carriage there is a feeling of only energy passing through the reins, no weight in the hands and the horse on its own. And that is the desired contact.

This is not an issue of the straight line from the riders elbow and the reins into the horse's mouth as stated in the books. It goes beyond the wording into the other side of fully letting go. At that moment, there will be a visual looped rein but the energy follows the direct line path into the horse’s mouth.

Energy works in direct lines most efficiently in all systems including riding; it’s the way energy behaves from one place to the other.

Trust energy and how it works, without it there is no life and life was here before us. Trust requires the full and complete letting go on our part. Only then do we acquire and have selfcarriage with the horse. And only then do we see the horse on its own. And then we have riding become an art form.

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What's In It for You? The Importance of the Small Donor

By Beth Baumert, President & CEO of The Dressage Foundation The toughest part about the sport of dressage has nothing to do with riding skill--it's the finances. That's why The Dressage Foundation (TDF) exists--to help. TDF has been referred to as the sport's bank. When TDF accepts donations, not only are the funds invested wisely in the traditional sense, but we consider our grant recipients as an investment in the betterment of dressage in this country at all levels--from the young rider to the adult amateurs, to the instructor-trainers, to the judges, the breeders and the high performance riders.

TDF has grants to fit every category.

The mission of The Dressage Foundation is to fundamentally change the game on all levels of the playing field. (See "What's In It for You?" for a list of some of the benefits you can derive from The Dressage Foundation.) But, like every good story, there's a problem. If TDF is like a bank, money goes in and out. The "out" part is fun and gratifying, but gone are the days when Lowell Boomer, founder of both USDF and TDF, is covering the day-to-day expenses that are required to run a non-profit corporation.

People think TDF is all about the big donor. That's a misconception. It's true that The Dressage Foundation gives away about $200,000 each year, but those funds are designated, and they don't operate the non-profit organization that manages the funds. This misconception persists.

Someone recently said to me, "Oh, I got that appeal in the mail from TDF, and I put it aside because I thought, 'I can't give enough to make a difference.'" I understood her attitude because before I became involved with TDF, I also thought TDF was all about big donors. In the old days, it was, but giving is less attractive for big donors than it used to be.

That said, TDF has had its share of them. The big donors are like the Generals and the Colonels of our little army. Anne Ramsay, Carol Lavell and her remarkable father, Gordon Cadwgan, Renee Isler, Ralph Dreitzler, Lowell, John and Lynn Boomer, Violet Hopkins, Maryal Barnett and there are others.

Without the Generals and the Colonels, TDF wouldn't exist, but without the foot soldiers, nothing works. We can't operate on a day-to-day basis without foot soldiers-without friends. Since the advent of Facebook, it's become socially acceptable to say we want to have more friends, and we do. We want more friends.

As I learn more about nonprofit organizations, I'm learning about the importance of the small donor. If everyone in USDF gave $5, TDF could move mountains. But that doesn't happen. The small donor is important. It's much easier for 1000 people to give $25 than for one person to give $25,000. TDF appreciates small gifts. We're a sport of passionate people who are givers. At the GMO level, there is always a strong core of people who give of their time, their energy and their money. Many of them move into action at the Annual USDF Convention, and it is clear that they are the foot soldiers who make the wheels turn in this sport of dressage that we love. Please ask what your GMO can do for The Dressage Foundation. And, to all those small donors out there who are already our friends, THANK YOU! Beth Baumert President, The Dressage Foundation

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The Carol Lavell Prize sends High Performance riders to train and show in Europe. In the name of Anne Ramsay, American-bred horses train in Europe. The International Dream program (formerly called Olympic Dream) has sent young riders to Europe annually since 2000. Anders Lindgren Instructor funds go to instructors throughout the country, as does the Continuing Education for Instructors Grant. Last year, the Renee Isler Dressage Support Fund helped several young riders and professionals. The Violet Hopkins Dressage Support Fund was awarded to 24 GMOs, and the Dancing Horse Fund awarded funds to 9 GMOs. The Heldenberg Fund sends amateurs or young riders to the Spanish Riding School. The Gifted Fund helps adult amateurs from all regions. Funding also goes directly to USDF in the form of grants for the Young Rider Graduate Program, Junior/Young Rider Clinics and Continuing Education for Judges.

For more information about TDF awards, visit our website at www.dressagefoundation.org.

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Classified Ads

Barn Tip

FOR SALE Tide Creek Abigail is looking to take her next kid into the show ring. She is a fancy 12.2 hds Welsh Pony that has successfully shown Training with scores up to 69%. She is schooling 1st and 2nd level. Abbey also loves to jump. Call Shari PattersonBlaylock (928)978-4478

When we ride with a clinician or instructor, we are often encouraged to video-record the lessons so we can watch the footage later at home. And although we may indeed watch the video, it’s just as likely that will be the one and only time we do so. As a more useful alternative, I’ve taken to audio-recording my lessons using a digital voice recorder (most if not all smartphones have an audio record app and the vast majority of hand-held devices like tablets have similar capabilities).

JRDDressage saddle in very good condition. 17.5 seat MW $1000 Please contact Marie at 480.688.7055

The resulting recording can usually be played back via an MP3 player or burned to an audio CD so you can listen to the clinician while you are at home or driving to work or the stable. In this way you are more likely to pay attention to important details without the distraction of the visuals and can concentrate on the critical content of the clinician’s commentary. It’s also easy to repeat any time you want a refresher!

D’Chiron --1999 Oldenburg Gelding -- 16.3 hands. $10,000 or offer A great horse for someone who wants to go up the levels. Gorgeous gaits, comfortable to ride, straight, forward. Confirmed Second Level, training Third with Pat Baker. Sound, healthy. Owners health issues force sale and lowered price. All offers considered. Call 520-325-2214 pbhdressage@cox.net

— Wendy McLaughlin Thanks Wendy for that great tip. Tip? watters4@cox.net

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SHOW JITTERS? RELAX THE RIDER RELAX THE HORSE Horses can sense nervousness and tension and it will affect their performance.

Reflexology is the practice of applying pressure to the feet and hands to reduce tension and induce deep relaxation sending signals that balance the nervous system and release endorphins, reducing pain and stress.

Sessions available in home or at the show Point of Interest Therapy Certified Reflexologist Diana Seaton, C.R. 785-567-3357 dseatoncr@gmail.com http://pointofinterest.massageplanet.com

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To the Max Dressage Cyndi Jackson

Central Arizona Riding Academy

Big congratulations to all my clients at To The Max Dressage for a great job at the ADA Fun in February show! Joyce Bradley got a 63.5% at 4th level, Marnie Kurbat got a 67% at 2nd level, Dallas Jackson got a 62.5% at I-1, Kay Lorenzen got a 68% at 4th level, and Kailee Surplus got a 67% and 69% at 3rd and 4th level! And thank you Ann Damiano for letting me show Don Angelo who got a 68% at his first time out at I-1! Way to go ladies!!!!

Sport Horse Clinic with George Walker February 22nd – 23rd Clinic – Choosing Performance Horses/Sport Horse Clinic with George Walker American Hanoverian Society Mare and Stallion committee member George Walker will be conducting a clinic at CARA on how to choose a performance/sport horse. Please contact the ADA for more details.

Schooling Shows at CARA March 22 – will be the next CARA Schooling Show.

Bobbie Lynn Dressage Bobbie Lynn McKee Cave Creek Dressage Center

CARA Riders - Show Results CARA had riders participate in the recent recognized one-day show held at Dale Creek Equestrian Village in Litchfield Park. CARA had riders represented in all three divisions; JR/YR, Adult Amateur and Open and at a variety of test levels. Congratulations to Amber Miles, Janet Ramsey -Brown, Julie Willing Mahler and Mary Jane Parmentier on a successful show day.

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We at Bobbie Lynn Dressage want to welcome Caroline Lasseter and her dressage partner, Rusty. Caroline & I went to Indio where she received the High Point Award with a score of 67.58. Congratulations!

Look for Kristie Rogers in the show ring in the near future. She is leasing Nikki Soich’s School Master – Augustus. Also look for Ringo owned by Tia Finder in the show ring soon. Natalie Collins is leasing Korie Hanseth’s horse Lazeo and thoroughly enjoying him.

Other highlights from the recent local shows: Ann Marie Crookham and Myst had a Fantastic show in February. Michele Lepire and Nakai are doing well and having fun with Second Level Freestyle; Carol Kessler couldn’t be more proud of Weltesse who has done well at 2nd Level and enjoying schooling 3rd. Nikki Soich and her young horse Dreamer made their debut at 1st Level and Schaufuss continues to teach Kelly Stapleton a thing or two.

Congratulations to Sherrie Woolpert and Monty, on their debut at Fourth Level Test 1 with a 60%.

Congratulations to Shawn Ortiz on her USEA Area X Novice Horse of the Year. A warm welcome to Kim Gero to the barn, and her purchase of Arie.

Our last two clinics with David Wightman have been great and we can’t wait for the next one. Nikki Soich and I both rode in the Christine Traurig clinic. Thank you Bev Rogers for extending the invitation to us.

Thanks to Tracey Lert for coming to our barn every 5 or 6 weeks to help us.

We are very excited about the progress Kailee Surplus is making with Kelly Stapleton’s young horse Duke. Thank you Kailee!!

And a big thanks to everyone who made our Fun in February show possible (too many names to list), thank you Kathy Smith, Cynthia Ganem, and Cindy and Larry Gura.

I am looking for a working student. I am also looking for a roommate. If you know of anyone, please pass on my contact information. 602-826-9923 or bldressage@yahoo.com.

See you at ADA Spring Celebration!

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Meet George Walker, Conformation Judge American Hanoverian Society Mare and Stallion Committee member You wouldn’t necessarily think of the practical aspects of knowing conformation but people have no qualms about giving horse some Bute, injecting the hocks, spending that money to inject hocks on a regular basis. No one asks the question, WHY do those hocks need to be injected, and why does my horse need injections in the sacra-lumbar area? Instead with some knowledge you might just be able to not buy that problem.

In terms of riding, understanding your particular horse’s conformation can change the way you ride or you approach a particular exercise. Remember the neck is part of the spine and making it straight it becomes fun. Books today are very mechanical. Knowing why you do an exercise and what purpose it has in relationship to your horse’s conformation brings riding into a whole different light.

Why do certain horse’ mouth conformations prefer certain bits? Does your horse have a short mouth? What is the roof structure? One size bit does not fit all horses or situations. The tongue lies between the bars. Do you know how to evaluate a horses jaw?

Think about the horses you have known over the years and you have tried to put on the bit and they have either been resistance or they have gotten panicky or funny in their mouth. If you know the construction is wrong you can either work around these issues or avoid them.

Do you know what to look for when evaluating a horse’s conformational ABILITY to flex and go on the bit? How do the parotid gland and the distance between the jaw bone and neck connection affect a horse’s ability to go on the bit? Think about the horses you have known over the years and you have tried to put on the bit and they have either been resistance or they have gotten panicky or funny in their mouth. If you know the construction is wrong you can either work around these issues or avoid them.

When purchasing a horse how do you look at the shoulder in relationship to the rest of the horse to determine REGARDLESS of a trainer’s ability what the maximum reach a horse is structurally capable of achieving in an extended trot?

When watching a horse move freely how do you judge the structural straightness of the horse? It is possible to watch horses running freely and see which ones will have an easier time with straightness and under saddle work and which will possibly struggle making it more difficult for a rider to progress up the levels. When is a straight shoulder a problem and when does one other part of the shoulder make this less of an issue. A horse that naturally travels straight will more easily move over the back. What are the clues of a free moving horse that give you an indication?

Some horses built for dressage, others for jumping. Too often people purchase horses without evaluating the horse’s conformation. Imagine on the first day of spring as you are driving and you see all types of people out running. You notice different body types and ways of running. You see that some of them are doing havoc to their knew and know that their hips won’t hold out. These people need to find a different exercise program based on their strengths and body type. Some horses are built for dressage, others for jumping. Too often people purchase horses without evaluating the horse’s conformation. It is the same thing with a horse it is all angles and form to function.

I want people to be excited about conformation as it relates to riding, training, and finding the right purpose for your horse. Conformation can help choosing not only the right horse for the job, but a horse that will stay sound and has the correct structure for the job.

Come join us for a terrific educational opportunity February 22-23, 2014 Central Arizona Riding Academy

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Schooling Show News 20th Schooling Show date at Sundancer Stables, has been changed and now will be held on April 19th, same location, due to the Easter holiday.*

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Cindy Hitchcock Schooling Show Committee REMINDER It is time to return any perpetual awards to Carolyn Haskell so that she can get them cleaned up and engraved for the next winners.

Please contact Carolyn at 602 330 2040 or email her at special-events@qwestoffice.net

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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Contact: Ross Creech 859-971-7038 Standlee Hay Announced as Newest USDF Corporate Sponsor Lexington, KY (January 30, 2014) - The United Stated Dressage Federation (USDF) announced today that Standlee Hay has signed on as the newest USDF corporate sponsor. In addition to being the Official Forage Sponsor of the USDF, Standlee is also a supporting sponsor of the Adequan/USDF Annual Convention and the US Dressage Finals presented by Adequan.

“We are thrilled to be associated with Standlee Hay and its quality products as our newest corporate partner. Their support of the US Dressage Finals, a showcase national championship event for dressage, and their support of the organization’s annual convention, will assist in assuring these premier events continued success. Without the support of partners like Standlee, USDF would not be able to provide its many competition, education, and other programs in support of the dressage community,” comments USDF Executive Director Stephan Hienzsch.

Dusty Standlee, President of Standlee Hay, added, “For over 30 years, Standlee Hay has built its reputation on growing and delivering the highest quality western forages in the United States. Our Standlee Premium Western Forage™ products provide the optimal nutrients regardless of a horse’s activity level or life stage. After all, horses are designed to graze, and feeding the best forage ensures they thrive! Standlee Hay is proud to sponsor the UDSF and all its competitors and equine athletes.”

Standlee Hay Company, Inc. now owns over 13,000 acres of carefully managed alfalfa, timothy grass, orchard grass, alfalfa/grass and orchard/alfalfa forage. Their facility in the small town of Eden, Idaho is 142,000 square feet. In addition, they have an extensive customer base both domestically and internationally. Standlee's long-standing passion and commitment to producing and manufacturing the highest quality, natural forage products available, with nationwide distribution through retail dealers, positions the company as the industry's leader. Visit their website, www.standleeforage.com, for more information about their products or to find a dealer.

Founded in 1973, the United States Dressage Federation is a nonprofit membership organization dedicated to education, recognition of achievement, and promotion of dressage. For more information about USDF membership or programs, visit www.usdf.org, e-mail usdressage@usdf.org, or call (859) 971-2277.

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The Princesses and the Peas (or our search for a new saddle!)

Susan Staniewicz McAlpine Most of us have heard the Princess and the Pea, Hans Christian Andersen’s fable where a young princess unknowingly proves her status as a true “princess” by being unable to sleep in her bed.

Her future mother in law, a Queen, had placed a pea under twenty mattresses and twenty feather beds believing that only a true princess would feel that object. Needless to say, her soon to be daughter in law was indeed a Princess!

My Westphalian mare, Feleciana (aka “Rachael”) and I are also true princesses. We have embarked on the almost impossible task of finding a saddle that fits her Rubenesque proportions, is within a reasonable budget and allows my aging body to ride comfortably. No easy task from Kingman, Arizona where we have the unbridled pleasure on being just about the only Dressage team in sight!

I think every caring horse owner should be REQUIRED to evaluate their saddle fit every few years. Even though I had been conscientious about Rachael’s saddle fit in her early years (ages 3-7), evil human that I am, I missed the huge muscle growth that collection and self-carriage bring about. And trust me, once Rachael felt that the tree of her saddle was pinching, all the carrots in Arizona couldn’t convince her that life was great and she should just GO FOR IT. It took a trip back to New England and a discussion about a friends saddle fit, to start what has now been an eight month journey. It’s a journey I suggest everyone take- the changes in saddle technology are just phenomenal.

Begin that journey with a look at Beyond The 9 Points of Saddle Fitting by Jochen Schleese. This DVD provides a great history of saddle making, the problems caused by traditional saddle trees and how inward curved saddle tree points can inhibit your horses shoulder movement and create long term damage. Too narrow gullet channels damage the muscles and nerves along the vertebrae; and too long panels put harmful pressure on the reflex point in the loin area. If you really want to delve into the subject Schleese’s book Suffering In Silence is available thru Amazon.com. For those of you in a hurry, (and who isn’t in a hurry these days) read thru Equine Inspired’s Approach to the Dressage Saddle (download from www.equineinspired.info) which contains some interesting illustrations of the differences between men and women’s pelvic structures.

Then, let your fingers do the browsing thru the internet, you’ll find a wide range of saddle styles, fits and prices from a few thousand to over 9 thousand dollars (too high for this aging dressage princess). Then, talk to everyone who will talk to you. I approached people at clinics and asked what they were riding in, and asked what they felt the benefits were, tried on saddles that people offered to let me try and ordered several from on-line sources. I even had the opportunity to try the new Prestige ButterflyTM saddle. This saddle integrates hinges where the tree points would be on a traditional saddle, allowing it to fit a wide range of horses. It looks a little funky for a traditionalist, but it fit Rachael’s Rubenesque figure better than most saddles I tried. If I bought one, I would include traditional wool flocking (their foam was hard, Princess Rachael objected to its stiffness) and upgrade to larger knee rolls. My primary concern was the Velcro used to attach the knee rolls and stabilize the panels. I’ve found that Arizona dust wreaks havoc with Velcro.

The new Barnsby N-Gage and/or Theodore saddles are awesome. Barnsby claims they are the most technically advanced dressage saddles, with a wide tree arch and flared, reverse points that allow maximum lateral bend and flexing. The trial model that was sent to me was only available in a medium wide or wide tree. Sadly no extra wide version was available for Rubenesque Rachael which is odd since the saddle is designed to fit broader, flatter backed dressage horses.

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The Princesses and the Peas (or our search for a new saddle!)

Susan Staniewicz McAlpine Continued from Page 22 Barnsby takes the cake (or should I say pea?) for the most impressive answer to saddle fit. Gone are those impossible “Easy Change Gullet Systems” that require manual dexterity and patience. The Pegasus Collection Dressage saddles come equipped with the revolutionary iTRee, a carbon fiber tree which features an integrated heating element so that you can quickly and easily adjust the width of your saddle, as many times as you like. They claim the process takes a total of 10 minutes and has an infinite life span. Princess that I am, I just couldn’t get over the idea of plugging my saddle into an electrical socket without the assistance of a saddle maker in waiting!

What was cool about the Amerigo saddles is that each model is created for a particular type of horse. Their saddle trees are shaped individually to achieve the correct shape for a particular horse. Rachael gave this idea a big nod preferring this idea to a starvation diet. The cost and wait time were discouraging.

Then there are all the adjustable saddles with built in technology. They include RTF (Rotate To Fit) models which allow rider the option of adjusting the tree width with an Allen wrench inserted into a discreet slot located on top of the pommel. No additional tools and no strength or manual dexterity are required to make the change.

The Genesis Adjustable Tree is similar to the RTF System, in that they can be adjusted using an Allen wrench. Access to the tree adjustment mechanism is hidden underneath the saddle pommel, behind a discreet leather flap. Unfortunately, Princess Susan found that the mechanisms for adjusting the tree were cumbersome and uncomfortable for female private parts!

So after hours of research and visits to not so local tack shops, Rachael and I have made our decision and patiently wait for her custom fit wardrobe. Please, when our fairy godmother for saddle buyers appears to grant us wishes, let my decision be a good one, my wallet is empty and I lie awake at night in fear that Princess Rachael will feel that one pea I may have missed in my search!

Available on YouTube h p:www.youtube.com/mjpschleese or available in a 48 minute DVD thru Saddlefit 4 Life

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Clinic News Melonie Kessler Dressage Clinic Please watch for news on upcoming clinic with Melonie in March. You may contact CARA if you’re interested in riding in the clinic with Melonie or for auditing opportunities.

CARA recently hosted another clinic with Melonie Kessler (www.meloniekesslerdressage.com). Melonie is a dressage trainer, clinician, competitor and USEF “S” level judge.

Mary Jane Parmentier and Wendy McLaughlin recently participated in a Melonie Kessler clinic the last week in January. Here are their “nuggets” from the clinic: “We have really enjoyed the clinics this winter with Melonie Kessler, ‘S’ judge and trainer from California. Melonie has very clear and creative ways of having the rider imagine a better connection with her horse. I am working on Prix St. Georges, but still struggle with basic problems. For me it was the idea that hands too far down (one of my issues) is like a lever stopping the horse, and hands above the withers, together and light, forward going, was the open, forward signal. She emphasized the importance of finishing a movement – how you get out of a half pass and finish it off is as important as how you get into it. Also, we were reminded to change our thinking from ‘my horse won’t…..’ to ‘how can I ask/ride more clearly’. Gymnastic warm ups were also focused on to get our horses more supple and moving over the back without chasing them too forward. Once they were relaxed and through more energy could easily be added.”

Mary Jane Parmentier

“Melonie has a very positive teaching style and will always find and emphasize the positive attributes of the horse and rider. The following are a few particular “pearls” from the clinic that weekend: • the horse only knows he’s good when we soften the aids; we shouldn’t be constantly nagging and telling the horse what we don’t want • transitions are critical to create a good response; for instance, if you are at free walk, and pick up your reins, you should be able to pick them up on a count of three and the horse is ready to move off • use your seat and light leg to create a horse that is “hot” to your aids and almost in the next gait when preparing for an up transition • don’t perform movements in “freeze-frame”; for example, on the long side, once you establish a shoulder-in, keep riding the movement with your seat, leg, and hand to keep the horse active and correct • always keep the hands soft; carry some of the firmness and tension in your arms but only with a soft, supple hand” Wendy McLaughlin

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Applications of Intent Now Available for USEF Dressage National Championships From the USEF Communications Department Lexington, Ky. - The applications of intent for eight of the USEF Dressage National Championships are now available on www.usef.org. National Championship competition will be held at different venues throughout the U.S. in 2014. The first championship of the year will be the 2014 U.S. Dressage Festival of Champions presented by The Dutta Corp in June followed by the Markel/USEF Young and Developing Horse Championships presented by HorseShow.com in August.

Applications of Intent are available by signing into your USEF account here: https://www.usef.org/_AUAIFrames/login/default.aspx.

U.S. Dressage Festival of Champions presented by The Dutta Corp The 2014 U.S. Dressage Festival of Champions presented by The Dutta Corp will be held June 12-15, 2014 at the Hamilton Farm/USET Foundation Headquarters in Gladstone, N.J. The Selection Trial for the 2014 Alltech FEI World Equestrian Games U.S. Dressage Team Short List will also be held at this time. Six Dressage National Championship divisions will be held again in 2014 - The Dutta Corp/USEF Grand Prix, The Dutta Corp/USEF Intermediaire I, USEF Young Adult 'Brentina Cup' presented by Dressage Today, AGCO/USEF Young Rider, AGCO/USEF Junior and USEF Pony Rider.

Athletes wishing to compete in The Dutta Corp/USEF Grand Prix National Championship/Selection Trial for the 2014 Alltech FEI World Equestrian Games U.S. Dressage Team Short List must complete an online application. Applications received on or before March 31 will require a $70 application fee per horse, applications received on or before the final deadline of April 11 require an application fee of $300 per horse.

Applications for The Dutta Corp/USEF Intermediaire I National Championship received on or before March 31 will require a $50 application fee per horse, applications received on or before the final deadline of April 11 require an application fee of $300 per horse.

To learn more about The Dutta Corp/USEF Grand Prix and Intermediaire I National Championships visit: http://usef.org/_IFrames/breedsdisciplines/ discipline/alldressage/hpDressage.aspx.

Young Adult 'Brentina Cup', Young Rider, Junior, and Pony Rider applications received on or before March 1 will require a $50 application fee per horse, applications received after March 1 but on or before the final deadline of March 15 will require a $150 application fee per horse.

To learn more about the USEF Young Adult 'Brentina Cup' Dressage National Championship presented by Dressage Today visit:http://usef.org/ _IFrames/breedsdisciplines/discipline/alldressage/youngAdultInfo.aspx.

To learn more about the AGCO/USEF Young Rider Dressage National Championship visit: http://usef.org/_IFrames/breedsdisciplines/discipline/ alldressage/youngRiderInfo.aspx.

To learn more about the AGCO/USEF Junior Dressage National Championship visit: http://usef.org/_IFrames/breedsdisciplines/discipline/alldressage/ juniorInfo.aspx.

To learn more about the USEF Pony Dressage National Championship visit: http://usef.org/_IFrames/breedsdisciplines/discipline/alldressage/ dressagePonies.aspx.

2014 Markel/USEF Young & Developing Horse Championships presented by HorseShow.com The 2014 Markel/USEF Young and Developing Horse Dressage National Championships presented by HorseShow.com will take place at the Lamplight Equestrian Center in Wayne, Ill., August 20-24, 2014. Applications received on or before April 30 will require a $50 application fee per horse, applications received after April 30 but on or before the final deadline of May 15 will require a $150 application fee per horse.

To learn more about the Markel/USEF Developing Horse Dressage Program and National Championships visit: http://usef.org/_IFrames/ breedsdisciplines/discipline/alldressage/developingHorseInfo.aspx.

To learn more about the Markel/USEF Young Horse Dressage Program and Markel/USEF Young Horse National Championships presented by HorseShow.com visit: http://usef.org/_IFrames/breedsdisciplines/discipline/alldressage/NatlYHProgram.aspx.

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Show Results Fun in February Show Results Introductory Test A (C) Eleanor 'S', 1 Eco Martinson

First Level Test 2 Just Gabe

58.438%

Qharma Just Gabe

65.625% 58.438%

Qharma

74.000%

Bremervale Andionicus Fame on Fire Metal Marble Finnegan Black

65.833% 65.208% 63.750% 60.833%

In'd Aire Habian Bremervale Andionicus Finnegan Black Mtst of Elysium

78.036% 67.143% 64.464% 63.750% 63.214%

Introductory Test B (C) Eleanor 'S', 1 Kristy Doty 1 Eco Martinson

Introductory Test C (C) Rector 'S', 1 Kristy Doty

Training Level Test 1 (C) Eleanor 'S', 1 Jackie Alkin 2 Jeannette Redmond 1 Molly Brantingham 2 Alissa Gilcreest

Training Level Test 2 (C) Rector 'S', 1 Ulrike Rehberg-Sparks 1 Jane Beebe 2 Jackie Alkin 1 Alissa Gilcreest 2 Ann-Marie Crookham

In'd Aire Prince Caspian Fame on Fire Angel Dalmiro Piper's Stewart Bremervale Andionicus Habian Metal Marble Siglavy II Sagittta III

76.800% 67.800% 66.400% 65.600% 65.400% 64.200% 64.000% 63.600% 61.000% 58.000%

Training Level TOC, Specify Test (C) Eleanor 'S', 1 Kenzie Riddell 1 Ann-Marie Crookham 2 Amy Roth

Angel Mtst of Elysium Dalmiro

67.500% 65.536% 64.200%

First Level Test 1 (C) Eleanor 'S', 1 Kailee Surplus 2 Nathalie Eikel-Baughman 3 Nathalie Eikel-Baughman 1 Susan Crinnian 4 Bobbie Lynn McKee-Luffy 5 Missy Gilliland 2 Kate Earl 3 Melisa Sannes 4 Nikki Soich 5 Julie Willing Mahler 6 Diana Vance

PS Rudy Valentino Aegyptian Gold Roberto's Lion Rustiano Piper's Stewart Lanzelot Daralinde New York's Finest Pacifico SCG Titan Dona Valentina L'Vis Ali Baloo

68.243% 65.676% 64.459% 63.784% 63.649% 60.811% 60.676% 60.541% 60.270% 60.135% 59.324% 57.568% 55.811%

Princess Czarina Rustiano New York's Finest Pacifico SCG Spencer Rocky William Ali Baloo Roberto's Lion

69.032% 68.710% 68.065% 65.806% 64.516% 61.774% 59.677% 59.194%

First Level Test 3 (C) Rector 'S', 1 Lyn Tyler 1 Caroline Lassetter 2 Ivana Gilcreest 2 Susan Girard 3 Alison Swanson 4 Mark Gasperak 5 Diana Vance 3 Dominique Sollazzo

First Level TOC, Specify Test

Training Level Test 3 (C) Eleanor 'S', 1 Ulrike Rehberg-Sparks 1 Melisa Sannes 2 Jeannette Redmond 1 Kenzie Riddell 2 Amy Roth 3 Juan Lopez Torres 4 Jackie Alkin 3 Jane Beebe 2 Molly Brantingham 4 Robin Biehl

(C) Eleanor 'S', 1 Kailee Surplus 1 Sondra Powers 1 Dominique Sollazzo 2 Caroline Lassetter 2 Juan Lopez Torres 3 Raymond La Croix 2 Cindy Hitchcock 3 Ivana Gilcreest 4 Susan Girard 5 Susan Crinnian 6 Jayne Shelly 7 Julie Willing Mahler 8 Diana Vance

PS Rudy Valentino Zevis Private Jet Decked with Chrome Titan Darius Chalk Hill's Lord Frederick Goldika Prince Caspian Dreamer L'Vis Ali Baloo

68.793% 67.069% 65.172% 65.000% 65.000% 64.828% 63.621% 63.103% 57.241% 57.069% 53.621%

(C) Rector 'S', 1 Nathalie Eikel-Baughman 2 Nathalie Eikel-Baughman 3 Bobbie Lynn McKee-Luffy 1 Cindy Hitchcock 2 Mark Gasperak 3 Nikki Soich

66.379% 64.483% 64.310% 62.838% 60.161% 59.138%

Bacioni Zanzybar Solana DM Providance +/ Princess Czarina

69.286% 68.571% 67.857% 62.143% 62.143%

Hermione Weltesse Solana DM Providance +/

65.395% 65.132% 61.579% 58.816%

Weltesse Rubi la Belle Zanzybar Spotify Featuring Abigail

70.714% 66.310% 66.310% 61.905% 56.905%

Second Level Test 1 (C) Rector 'S', 1 Marji McFadden 1 Amanda Southerly 2 Margaret Kurbat 2 Kathryn Doyle 3 Lyn Tyler

Second Level Test 2 (C) Eleanor 'S', 1 Missy Gilliland 2 Bobbie Lynn McKee-Luffy 1 Margaret Kurbat 1 Kathryn Doyle

Second Level Test 3 (C) Rector 'S', 1 Bobbie Lynn McKee-Luffy 1 Taylor Langley 2 Amanda Southerly 3 Amber Miles 1 Kim Pribble

Second Level TOC, Specify Test (C) Rector 'S', 1 Missy Gilliland 1 Marji McFadden 2 Cindi Lacroix

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Zevis Private Jet Decked with Chrome Darius Daralinde Rocky William Dreamer

Hermione Bacioni Marbella

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Alle In One 74.342% Rubi la Belle65.132% El Da Vinci 60.789% Citie Slicker 56.711%

Third Level Test 3 (C) Eleanor 'S', 1 Sara Kerr

Citie Slicker 56.923%

Third Level TOC, Specify Test (C) Rector 'S', 1 Kailee Surplus

Santiago SF 67.949%

Fourth Level Test 1 (C) Rector 'S', 1 Kailee Surplus 1 Kay Lorenzen 2 Sherry Wolpert 60.429%

Santiago SF 69.714% Wendo 68.571% Desert Moon Champignon

Fourth Level Test 2 (C) Eleanor 'S', 1 Sue Leutwyler 2 Kelly Stapleton 3 Janet Ramsey-Brown

Aragorn 64.730% Schaufuss 63.243% Romicah 58.243%

Fourth Level TOC, Specify Test (C) Eleanor 'S', Joyce Bradley

Nicor la Bryere

63.571%

Prix St. Georges (C) Eleanor 'S', 1 Wendy Riddell 2 Mary Jane Parmentier

Flash Bennigan

67.763% 63.026%

Intermediare I (C) Rector 'S', 1 Cyndi Jackson 1 Dallas Jackson

Don Angelo 68.816% Ramsgate D 62.500%

Grand Prix (C) Eleanor 'S', 1 Laura Tillman

Fashion

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USDF Freestyle (TOC) (C) Rector 'S', 1 Lynn McKinney

Plato En Rouge

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Dressage Seat Equitation (C) Rector 'S', 1 Caroline Lassetter

Rustiano

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Dianna B. Jillian B. Carly C. Cindi C. Michell C. Be y D. Aaron E. Kara F. Alex G. Siw J. Tissy K. Sarah L. Eco M. Madeline M. Tamara M. Hannah O. Haley R. Kallie R. Ashley S. Jus n S. Shayna S. Susan S. Victoria ********

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Prevent Injury...Wear an ASTM-SEI Approved Riding Helmet Every Ride, Every Time

Injuries sustained as a result of horse riding are common‌..

Head injuries outnumber spinal injuries by five to one.

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Calendar of Events June 2014 9: ADA Meeting, Location TBD July 2014 14: ADA Meeting, Location TBD 27: NAC Schooling Show Series, New Location American Ranch Equestrian Center, Prescott, Secretary Lynn Simpson jlsmes48@gmail.com August 2014 11: ADA Meeting, Location TBD 16-17: ADA Mountain Air Dressage and ADA Dressage in the Pines, Location Coconino County Fairgrounds Racetrack (Fort Tuthill) Judges Dinah Babcock “S” and Fran Dearing-Kerr “S”, Manager Jay Chabucos 623 221 0707 JayChabucos@gmail.com, Secretary Sue Plasman 602 463 2505 splasman@comcast.net September 2014 8: ADA Meeting, Location TBD 18-21: USDF Region 5 Championships Location Colorado Horse Park, Parker, CO, Judges TBD 28: NAC Schooling Show Series, New Location American Ranch Equestrian Center, Prescott, Secretary Lynn Simpson jlsmes48@gmail.com October 2014 10-12: Members Only Schooling Show and Open Schooling Show, WestWorld, Contact Nathalie EikelBaughman 480-231-4587 13: ADA Meeting, Location TBD November 2014 1-2: ADA Fall Fiesta, Location WestWorld, Judges Dolly Hannon “S”, Debbie Riehl-Rodriguez “S”, Sue Kolstad “S”, Manager Jay Chabucos 623 221 0707 JayChabucos@gmail.com, Secretary Sue Plasman 602 463 2505 splasman@comcast.net 10: ADA Meeting, Location TBD 22-23: TDC Fall Festival I and II and State Championships, LocationPima County Fairgrounds, Judges Charlote Bredahl “S”, Charlotte Trentelman “S”, TBA, Manager Jay Chabucos 623 221 0707 JayChabucos@gmail.com, Secretary Dian Seabury dfseabury@gmail.com November 2014 TBA: Henrik Johanson “Positive Riding” Clinic Equus Dressage, Scottsdale, AZ, Auditors and Riders of all levels welcome. Check out Henrik’s Webpage at www.positiveriding.com for excellent tips for trainers and riders alike. Contact Tami George 1-800-231-0670 jeta@northlink.com December 2014 8: ADA Meeting, Location TBD January 2015 TBD: TDC Winter Heat I & II February2015 TBD:ADA Fun in February

March 2014 1: ADA Schooling Show, Location Dale Creek Equestrian Village, Judge Terry Kemp, Contact Nathalie Eikel-Baughman 480-231-4587 1: Final Futurity Payment due 8-9: Tracey Lert Clinic, contact Jenny 623 935 3267 9: CFF Schooling Days, Location Carefree Farms, Judge TBD, Contact Laura Borghesani laura.borghesani@gmail.com 10: ADA Meeting, Location TBD 5-16: TDC March Madness I and II, Judges Melissa Creswick “S” and Hilda gurney “S”, Manager Jay Chabucos 623 221 0707 JayChabucos@gmail.com, Secretary Dian Seabury dfseabury@gmail.com 21-23: Henrik Johanson “Positive Riding” Clinic Equus Dressage, Scottsdale, AZ, Auditors and Riders of all levels welcome. Check out Henrik’s Webpage at www.positiveriding.com for excellent tips for trainers and riders alike. Contact Tami George 1-800-231-0670 jeta@northlink.com 22: CARA Schooling Show, contact 480-580-0634 29-30: ADA Spring Celebration, Location WestWorld, Judges Lois Yukins “S”, Kristi Wysocki “S”, Debbie Savage “S”, Manager Jay Chabucos 623 221 0707, JayChabucos@gmail.com, Secretary Sue Plasman 602 463 2505 splasman@comcast.net April 2014 5: ADA Year End Awards Banquet, Arizona Artist Guild, 18411 N. 7th Avenue, 12 Noon, contact Carolyn Haskell, special-events@qwestoffice.net or www.azdressage.org $15 per person 6: CFF Schooling Days, Location Carefree Farms, Judge TBD, Contact Laura Borghesani laura.borghesani@gmail.com 12-13: ADA Sponsored Clinic Featuring Jan Ebeling, location Horseshoe Springs, contact Anne Buchanan annehurtt@hotmail.com or Sarah Lindsten hisedona@yahoo.com 14: ADA Meeting, Location TBD 19: ADA Schooling Show Location Sundancer Judge Michell Combs, contact Nathalie Eikel-Baughman 480-2314587 May 2014 12: ADA Meeting, Location TBD 17-18: Gerd Hueschmann & Charles de Kunffy Symposium, Hosted by TDC, contact Laura DeCesariNormandeau Laura@LandLdressage.org (520) 907-1927 18: NAC Schooling Show Series, New Location American Ranch Equestrian Center, Prescott, Secretary Lynn Simpson jlsmes48@gmail.com 24-25: Coconino Dressage Show, Location Coconino County Fairgrounds Racetrack (Fort Tuthill), Judges David Schmutz “S”, Shirley Rector “S”, Manager Alice Sarno 602 501 4697 alice@aliclesarno.com, Secretary Sue Plasman 602 463 2505 splasman@comcast.net

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