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A Q&A with Terry Ciotti Gallo Equine Journal interviews freestyle music choreographer Terry Ciotti Gallo.

BY KELLEY ROCHE

features 34 Vice Squad A look at equipment and tips on how to manage stable vices.

BY KATHLEEN LABONVILLE

48 First, Check Yourself Patti Brownshadel establishes practice patterns to help riders successfully complete the spin, rundown, and rollback.

Keep yourself safe with cross-country gear in this month’s Fashion column on page 58.

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Justa Genuine Jack, Genuine Hombre by Genuine Doc and out of Pearly Red Jackie by Joe Jack Honey Bar, is a 2005 red dun stallion known for superior heading and heeling, halter, and performance ROM. A proven sire standing at Eleanor’s Arabians in Rogers, MN, he is in the top 10 nationally. For more information, contact Mark Coombs at 763-360-6410.

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My impatient Oldenburg is a big fan of pawing on the OPERATIONS MANAGER cross-ties and in his stall Kelly Lee Brady while eating.

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From cribbing to kicking, there is a solution to those nasty habits we hate.

Also this month, National Reining Horse Association Professional Patti Brownshadel talks about how making the habit of being consistent while practicing at home will help you in the show ring. Turn to page 48 to check out her tips for perfecting your pattern’s essential elements—spins, rundowns, and rollbacks—in Kate Bradley Byars’ “First, Check Yourself.”

On a different note (quite literally), our own Kelley Roche sat down with the freestyle music choreographer for some of the biggest names in dressage, Terry Ciotti Gallo. With clients like Steffen Peters and Laura Graves, Terry discusses her favorite routine to date, her biggest challenges, and more on page 42.

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2nd-5th Millbrook Horse Trials Attracting Olympic-level, world-class eventing competitors, the beautiful Coole Park Farm in Amenia, NY, will host the Millbrook Horse Trials.

20th World Mosquito Day Do your part in preventing the spread of mosquito-borne diseases by making sure your horse has all of the necessary vaccinations.

26th-September 2nd Hampton Classic Horse Show PHOTOS: TERISÉ COLE

The 43rd Hampton Classic Horse Show is one of the world’s most prestigious horse shows and features competitors at every level, from young children to World Cup champions.

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Eleanor’s Arabians

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oriented dispositions,” Eleanor remarks.

“It’s incredibly important that they be honest, hard-working athletes.” This is the foundation and backbone of Eleanor’s breeding, which tends to incorporate older bloodlines, rather than breeding horses from newer lines.

When it comes to the training process, Eleanor has each horse start out with, of course, basic training. Then, the owner and trainer evaluate the horse’s individual capacities and train accordingly. Breeding Manager Mark Coombs first handles each horse before they are sent over to longtime in-house trainer, Rod Matthiesen. After Rod works with the horse, it is determined if they will remain at Eleanor’s for reining or pleasure, or if the horse will

go on to finish with a specific trainer in reining, pleasure, cutting, or working cows. “Good trainers make good decisions based on the horse,” notes Eleanor. “Horses bred to do their job, brought along carefully and patiently, last well past maturity and have long, happy careers.”

With these standards for her horses, Eleanor has made a name for herself in the last two decades. From being named the Arabian Professional & Amateur Horseman’s Association (APAHA) Amateur Working Western Rider of the Year in 2007 and 2012 to her breeding farm being named APAHA Breeder of the Year in 2015, Eleanor’s horses have been taking the working western world by storm. She started out with *Muscat’s

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IN THE SANDHILLS OF NEBRASKA, Eleanor Hamilton started out as a young girl who grew up in the saddle.

From working cattle to getting to and from school, horses were a prominent part of Eleanor’s life early on. As she got older, she left Nebraska for Minnesota. This is where her trainer, Rod Matthiesen, got her involved in reining and where Lance Scheffel brought cutting and working cow horses back into her sights. Now at the age of 82, Eleanor is an active breeder and still rides her own horses weekly.

Growing up with strong, working horses on the ranch has given Eleanor high standards for her horses. “I will always breed and own horses with sound conformation and great people-

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Justa Genuine Jack is skilled in many aspects, including heading and heeling.

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son, Crown Musc+, in the 1980s, who made a fine first show horse and was also a reliable sire. In 1995, she was united with the Xenophonn son and breeding sire, Hesa Zee+/, who had a career total of six national top ten awards in reining: three in open and three in amateur. His first foals began arriving in 1994, and he has thus far sired 36 national winners. “Perhaps the most interesting point is that Hesa Zee+/’s top national winners are evenly divided between open, amateur, and youth horses, some of them winning across the board over the years with riders of all ages and abilities,” comments Rod. After 10 years of producing national winning purebreds and Half-Arabians, Hesa Zee+/ passed away. However, his frozen semen still makes him an active contributor to Eleanor’s breeding program. “Hesa Zee+/ put us on the map,” Eleanor notes. “I believe he will keep us up there. He’s still a great sire for us that provides that priceless bloodline mix of *Muscat and Xenophonn that gives our horses top athletic ability.” This year, Eleanor’s Arabians is expecting, via frozen semen, eight Hesa Zee+/ foals with Arabian and Quarter Horse mares.

Fast forward to present day and meet Justa Genuine Jack, a 2005 red dun stallion by Genuine Hombre out of Pearly Red Jackie, who is on this month’s edition of the magazine. This stallion, who is a five-time Superior Performance American Quarter Horse Association (AQHA) Champion, was discovered by Eleanor at a recent auction. She needed a breeding stallion that met her criteria, and this horse’s looks alone had him covered, as he has the big build that Eleanor looks for in her breeding program. “Jack” has Superior awards in heading and heeling and is an AQHA champion with over 240 AQHA Performance Register of Merit points and 26.5 Halter Register of Merit points. His lineage is solid, as he is the sire of Justa Genuine Shine and Trees Genuine Jack, who have both made a name for themselves in the AQHA world. The plan for Jack is to breed him with Hesa Zee+/’s daughters and keep his legacy alive.

For more information on Eleanor’s Arabians breeding and sales, visit eleanorsarabians.com, call 763-428-2082, or e-mail h.hamilton@microcontrol.com.

The stallion that helped put Eleanor’s Arabians on the map, Hesa Zee+/.

Eleanor’s Arabians is excited to welcome Justa Genuine Jack, their newest breeding stallion.

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EQUINE AROMATHERAPY It’s no secret that trailering is stressful for even the most seemingly relaxed horses. A study conducted by researchers in Michigan found that levels of cortisol, the “stress hormone,” were decreased during trailering after horses were exposed to lavender aromatherapy.

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Eight horses were trailered for 15 minutes and subjected to water or lavender aromatherapy. All horses had an increased heart rate due to the trailering, but the horses that were treated with lavender showed decreased cortisol levels, leading researchers to believe that it has a positive effect on horses in stressful situations.

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In May, the Senate Committee on Appropriations approved the FY2019 Agriculture Appropriations Bill, which provides $145.1 billion in funding to support federal agriculture, conservation, and nutrition programs, with a provision to maintain the ban on the slaughter of horses and burros for human consumption on United States soil. The provision prevents spending by the U.S. Department of Agriculture to inspect horse slaughterhouses, saving millions of taxpayer dollars and effectively banning horse slaughter in the United States.

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THE HAMPTON CLASSIC’S FIRST GRAND prix was held in 1977 and had a $10,000 purse. Now, the Sunday grand prix offers $300,000 and features some of the world’s top riders. Past winners of the grand prix include Bernie Traurig (who won the inaugural class aboard Southside), Beezie Madden, McLain Ward, Margie Goldstein-Engle, Anne Kursinski, Kent Farrington, and more!

In 1989, Michael Matz and D. D. Alexander survived a tragic plane crash a week before the start of the Classic. Alexander went on to win the $10,000 Warner Communications Jumper Classic while Matz won the $75,000 Grand Prix.

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strange weather occurrences, including tornadoes, torrential rainstorms, and hurricanes.

In addition to offering more than 200 classes of competition for horses and riders of all ages, including a wide range of hunter, jumper, and equitation classes ranging from leadline to grand prix show jumping, the show also hosts the Long Island Horse Show Series for Riders with Disabilities Championship Finals.

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In 1976, when the event was called the Southampton Horse Show and was on its first year as an “A”-rated event, a hurricane hit the night before the opening of the show. After resetting all of the stabling and tents, the event began only a day and a half behind schedule.

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Techniques and Tools to Curb Your Horse’s Stable Vices

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don’t know what else to do.” I remember saying these words to my trainer, who lived in an apartment over the barn where I boarded my mare. He was rightfully and literally tired of being awoken at all hours of the night while Mona kicked the walls of her stall. During the day, there was no problem as she was turned out and was quiet. She was a mellow, easygoing girl—except when she had no hay and was in her stall. Then she needed to let everyone within earshot know that she was inside and not happy about it. Bam! I want out. Bam! I want out now. Bam! Don’t look at me when you walk by. Bam! Don’t walk by at all. Bam! I heard the horse ne t door sh e in his sh ings.

And so on and so forth.

I rode my horse about six evenings a week, hand grazed her afterward when possible, and gave her stall toys, but none of this dissuaded her from kicking. Not only was she disturbing everyone around her, but she was also hurting herself—her hind legs were swollen to the point of looking like tree tr n s. fin ll resorted to sing ic ing chains, but that never set well with me, seeing my pride and joy shackled. There had to be a better way. Over my 15 years of owning Mona, I found the best management for her was freedom to come and go as she pleased via a paddock right off her stall and creating a “rubber room” for her by padding the stall walls for when she had to be contained. She still kicked, but the sound was dampened and the blow was softened, resulting in less stocking up.

In addition to my stall-kicker, I have owned a wood chewer and a stall walker, and I leased a cribber. What I learned was that stall vices, once developed, are nearly impossible to get rid of.

They usually result from stress and/or boredom. Wild horses that live in a herd graze as much as they want and can move around freely don’t have these vices. Being kept in a stable is unnatural for a horse, and no matter how well we manage them, vices can develop.

To learn more, we spoke with Rebecca Werbela, equine care manager and associate lecturer at Cazenovia College’s Equine Education Center in Cazenovia, NY. There, she oversees the management of roughly 70 horses on the 240-acre facility. With 10 years in this position, plus 15 as a freelance horse trainer, Rebecca has seen all manners of stable vices. She agrees that ample turnout and forage are the best ways to curb stable vices, but acknowledges, “the reality of owning horses is that sometimes ‘more turnout’ is not an option. Time spent working a horse

For many stable vices, a run-out stall is ideal in addition to turnout time, as this still allows for freedom of movement in a contained area.

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Cribbing collars and a liquid deterrent on stalls and fencing are two options to prevent cribbing.

who is dealing with stable vices is important.

Horses are evolutionarily designed to be in lmost const nt motion nd wor lfills some motion needs and some mental stimulation needs. Riding is a small part of what I consider work. I am a big believer in in-hand work or ground work, and round pen work, as well as longeing,” Rebecca says.

This mental and physical work will give the horse something to do and help him feel more relaxed when stabled. Still, Rebecca explains, “In my professional experience, I have not found that any training methods have been effective when trying to remedy [stable vices]. Many of these vices are not necessarily behavioral issues that can be addressed effectively with training or positive reinforcement. The horses just do not make the connection. Moreover, focusing on best stable and equine management practices, consistent work habits and digestive health will make the biggest impact. Unfortunately in most cases, once an animal has picked up one of these vices it is very hard if not impossible to ‘cure’ them from it.”

With this in mind, let’s take a closer look at what some stable vices are, and how we can best manage them.

Cribbing is when the horse puts its upper teeth on a surface such as the top edge of a stall door or a fence, bears down/leans back, arches his neck, and sucks in air, making a gulping or grunting sound. Windsucking is very similar, as the horse arches its neck and sucks in air, but it does not put its teeth on anything to do so. These vices are irritating for people to listen to, and they can cause problems in the horse. “Cribbing horses can do severe damage to their teeth and mouth and have a higher risk of colic (because it can slow down the motility of the gut since the horse is spending hours on end cribbing and not eating), whereas a horse who is considered a windsucker might not incur the damage to its teeth but really can do this anywhere, all the time, even under saddle,” Rebecca explains.

Management of this vice includes using cribbing collars or muzzles or applying a liquid product to the horse’s stall and fence to deter the horse from putting its teeth on the s r ces in the first pl ce. At C eno i , Rebecca says, “If I have a horse that is a cribber in my care, I will always use a collar.

Sometimes they work and sometimes they don’t. There are many different types of cribbing collars on the market so trying a few to see what works best is a good idea.”

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Weaving

Weaving is when the horse stands in one place but shifts his head and neck from

Stall Walking and Pacing

Stall walkers will walk the perimeter of the stall for chunks of time. They churn up their bedding as they wear down a trail, and they increase their chance of stepping on themselves and causing extra wear and tear on their legs. Horses that engage in these habits are usually high-energy horses (lazy horses rarely choose to circle the stall for no reason). Try to give them a sense of companionship and calm in the barn, make sure they can see other horses, and keep voices and radios low.

Whatever your horse’s vice, take heart in knowing that he is not trying to annoy you.

He is acting out instinctively to a relatively unnatural lifestyle. Help him manage the stress by providing turnout when possible, feeding plenty of hay to ward off boredom, and maintaining a consistently calm and peaceful atmosphere. Lastly, Rebecca reminds us that “horses should be checked to make sure there is nothing making them physically uncomfortable (like ulcers) as that can bring on some behaviors.”

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A pawing horse uses a front hoof to repeatedly strike the ground. The horse can become very fastidious in this habit, pawing relentlessly for hours at a time. Pawing is hard on a horse and increases the chance of getting a hoof stuck in a fence, getting cut, and injuring the shoulder or knee. Other problems that can result from pawing include uneven hoof wear and undue stress on the tendons and ligaments. Ways to deter this habit include using hobbles or kicking chains, and using a strap, “bracelet,” or bent horse shoe around the pastern which will jangle around if the horse paws.

side to side, sometimes lifting a forefoot in company with the movement. Weaving often results from a horse feeling isolated, and it has been found that installing a nonbreakable mirror in the weaver’s stall can sometimes stop the behavior.

As with kicking, the best way to keep a horse from weaving is “turnout and work,” Rebecca says. “The more turnout, the better for both these vices horses suffer from.

A run-in, run-out stall setup is ideal, as this allows for freedom of movement in a contained area. Although this is helpful, still llowing or three to fi e ho rs o t rno t day along with the run-in stall setup is a best management practice. Horses are range and plains animals, meaning they are designed to be moving and/or working the majority of the day.”

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When it comes to dressage freestyle routines, one name comes to most enthusiasts’ minds: Terry Ciotti Gallo. After having arranged music for several billboard names in the industry, including Laura Graves, Adrienne Lyle, Steffen Peters, and Debbie McDonald, Equine Journal had the opportunity to talk shop with the music maestro herself.

Equine Journal: How did you get involved in arranging freestyle routines in the dressage industry?

Terry Ciotti Gallo: I was coaching gymnastics at San Diego State University (SDSU) where I was responsible for the team’s dance training, as well as developing and coaching their floor exercise and balance beam routines. A former SDSU gymnast asked the director who the current floor exercise coach was. It seemed she thought the cross over from gymnastics to dressage wouldn’t be that difficult and she needed help finding music for her horse.

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EJ: Is it difficult to switch gears from working with humans on a floor routine versus a horse?

Ciotti Gallo: Yes and no. The same principles that apply to music choice and choreography for people work for horses too. The music part was easy for me because I had a rather extensive music library and knew how to pick the appropriate music for an athlete (I asked that first rider a lot of questions), plus I already was a music editor.

The process I used from the first horse to the present has not changed much in these 28 years.

Learning how to apply choreographic principles to a sport about which I knew nothing was more challenging. Visually, it was easy to understand shoulder-in, haunches-in, and tempi [changes], but why the heck was that thing called a halfpass? And why were those letters in that strange order? But once I knew the movements, I went into “coach-think.” You need to know the rules and tests in order to compete well, so I studied them.

To see how a half-pass progressed from a single line to steeper angles with multiple changes of hand fascinated me. I was hooked. Also, I mapped out all the tests. That exercise taught me how

movement flowed in the arena. Now I had parameters and was ready to try my hand at choreography.

EJ: What is the first step you take when someone asks for your services?

Ciotti Gallo: The first step is always an interview.

A rider’s taste, goals, perception of the horse, and even the geographic location can make a difference.

EJ: What is your process for music selection?

Ciotti Gallo: I prefer to be on-site but that is not always possible, so I need a video of the horse and rider team. Now, I have a visual impression of them, but most [importantly,] I can determine the beats per minute of the gaits. Between that information and what I learned in the interview, I go through my library to develop a few ideas to present to my client. If the rider has asked for a direction that is not in my library, I start searching.

EJ: How does editing the music help with arranging the freestyle routine?

Ciotti Gallo: I may split one gait when choreographing but no more, otherwise the music can start to sound really choppy. Regardless, I always do the choreography first. Things are going by the judge very quickly. They are not only trying to evaluate the technical but also trying to assess the many aspects of the artistic—and they don’t know the order of gaits or movements!

Editing to me is a kind of puzzle, but happily, I like solving puzzles. In fact, editing is my favorite part of freestyle development. I select the parts of the music that represent the movements, such as powerful sections for tempis or extensions and a

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given through the USDF, but with pre-approval, is accepted by the United States Equestrian Federation (USEF) as continuing education for judges, giving them a special designation after their name on the USEF Officials listing. This past November, Gary Rockwell and I presented this program to 50 “S” judges at the International Dressage Officials Club seminar held at national championships in Kentucky. That was a proud moment, but I get really excited every single time I give one of these seminars.

Laura Graves on Verdades, performing their freestyle routine at the 2017 World al fier.

softer section for pirouettes.

Now it is a matter of filling the gaps so that the presentation is free from bad cuts or an unmusical structure.

EJ: What is the biggest challenge of freestyle?

Ciotti Gallo: There is no minimum time for United States Dressage Federation (USDF) level freestyles but there is a maximum of five minutes. For FEI, there is a minimum and a maximum. As a choreographer, for me the most challenging part is to make sure my riders are within time limits—especially in FEI shows.

The best freestyles are a collaboration among the rider, the trainer, and the designer. I ask my riders questions about what should be included, but always tell them to check with their trainers. When we put together a sequence that may be new or challenging for the horse, it may take a few times for the horse to get it, but if the initial information is accurate, that should not be much to overcome.

EJ: Do you have a favorite genre you enjoy arranging?

Ciotti Gallo: No, I like it all. Music with a strong beat is graphically very clear in the software program, so it is easier to edit.

Fully orchestrated music less so, but the music is usually more expressive. It is a trade-off.

EJ: You have been on the United States Dressage Federation Freestyle Committee for a while now, what are some of your proudest contributions?

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EJ: In your time in the industry, what has stayed the same about dressage freestyle routines?

Ciotti Gallo: Poor editing. While people have become savvier about music selection, they don’t necessarily put it together very well.

EJ: What has been your personal favorite routine you have created?

Ciotti Gallo: Oh, that’s an easy one; it has to be Debbie McDonald and Brentina’s “Respect” freestyle. When they did it at the 2005 Las Vegas World Cup, it brought the house down! The entire program was soul music along with some rhythm and blues, which was a first. Also lyrics were used in a groundbreaking way, and the selections—especially Brickhouse—were so perfectly suited to the mare that the impact was fantastic. And the humor! At first, the audience wasn’t sure if they should laugh, after all, this is dressage, but it wasn’t long before they realized it was okay. Everyone clapping in time to the music on the final centerline was unforgettable.

EJ: Do you have a favorite event you enjoy preparing clients for the most?

Ciotti Gallo: That would be Challenge of the Americas, which is a fundraising event for breast cancer research. It is so very different than anything else I do because it involves a six-rider Grand Prix quadrille. I had been doing the music previously, but in 2008, Team Purina USA, and specifically Pam Goodrich, asked that I take over as choreographer, too. It was a little terrifying to stand in the midst of six of the countries best riders and tell them what to do—and it was all new to me to boot! But I learned that not everything is always going to go as planned

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Terry Ciotti Gallo has choreographed freestyle routines for many great dressage riders.

EJ: In your time in the industry, what would you say are the biggest changes you have seen in regards to freestyle?

Ciotti Gallo: The biggest shift has been in music selection. At first it was mostly classical and then the next wave included artists like Herb Alpert, Ottmar Liebert, and so on because there was a huge resistance to using lyrics and their music had none. Now it is almost an “anything goes” attitude. I give our American judges a big “bravo” for accepting a wider berth of music than they do across the pond, however I would still caution freestylers about using too many lyrics.

The other big change is really only for the elite, where a code of points is now in place. The international Grand Prix riders must submit their programs ahead of time. This has benefits and drawbacks. Awarding Degree of Difficulty is very precise, however in trying to maximize their points, some of these top freestyles are starting to look alike. In some cases, there have been a few riders who have asked too much of their horses.

Regardless of the level, riders should only ask their horses to do what is within their capabilities or they can lose points on the movement itself, on difficulty for taking an unacceptable risk, and even on harmony.

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in a group and that I needed to stay loose. This talented group was certainly capable of helping me figure it out. The last three years, Bill Warren has taken over as “head coach� and I must say, my continuing education in quadrille certainly has not suffered from it. I keep learning, and besides, it is fun to work in a group.

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EJ: What do you hope to see in the future of freestyle?

Ciotti Gallo: That is a three-part answer, two of which center around education. The first is judge education. I think a small majority of our top tier judges have a handle on it. We need to not only increase that majority but also educate the lower level judges who affect most of the mainstream riders. They have a great impact on our adult amateurs.

I also hope our national level riders realize that even though

freestyles are fun and a great way to express themselves, they are still a technical test. Fifty percent of the scoresheet may say Technical Execution, but Harmony and Degree of Difficulty are directly related to execution. Not only that, but as officials become more familiar with the parameters of judging freestyles objectivity, they will expect the riders to exhibit those parameters. Freestylers need to have a greater understanding of what the scoresheet and rules detail. When they grasp that information, I expect we will see some really wonderful choreography to great music.

I work with many young riders. They are learning the principles of design while bringing in their contemporary and creative ideas. Who knows what enjoyment they will bring to the future of our sport!

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Patti Brownshadel establishes practice patterns to help riders successfully complete the spin, rundown, and rollback.

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ost competitive reining riders have experienced a miscue in a spin, popped out of the saddle during a sliding stop, or had a horse blow out of a rollback. While the adrenaline of a run plays into all of these reining run failures, consistency in the practice pen is the most effective way Texas reining horse trainer Patti Brownshadel has found to create a positive pattern. my non-pro and youth riders is that they don’t know what to do when things go wrong,” she says. “They don’t know how each element [of a maneuver] is put together to avoid a mistake.

Practicing each maneuver—a spin, or rollback, or circle, or stop—creates a muscle memory.

Slow practice will create a consistent pattern.”

Patti follows a plan to ensure her position is consistent for each maneuver and also communicates consistency to her horse. This results in top reining runs, much like her wins aboard 2011 stallion Magnetised at the National Reining Breeders Classic. Following a plan for proper rider position that communicates the next maneuver to the horse will create team communication.

Throughout her rides, Patti drives her horse forward, because all reining maneuvers require forward motion to be completed correctly.

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For a smooth spin, Patti wants the horse collected while reaching forward and pulling through the turn.

put down that hind foot fast propelling themselves,” she says. “They actually pull themselves around with the front feet, and push and pull with their back end. You want a horse reaching forward and pulling.”

Though she wants forward motion, Patti does not walk or step her horse forward to start a spin. She says non-pros often ask the horse to step forward, and then allow it to suck back to start spinning, but that results in poor form.

Patti tells riders to keep their legs under the body and not push them forward. “If you put your legs forward, you are actually a block,” she says. “Don’t hollow out your body, but keep it round. The horse will mimic your position and stay centered underneath you.” This roundness in the horse’s frame is a position Patti uses to enhance not only the spin, but also the rundown and rollback.

Run Your Way

There are two main ways most riders perform a rundown: either taking the driving legs off and pushing through the seat, or squeezing the horse through the rundown and into the stop. Whether the horse is laidback or wants to bolt through the rundown, Patti asks her horse to run her way. She squeezes it up into the bridle with her legs

Spin Control

A smooth spin starts with proper rider position. Sitting deep but relaxed, Patti moves her leg off and back, elevates her reins slightly above the shoulder in the direction of the spin, and closes the outside leg to back up her hand.

“I follow a three-step system to prepare the horse to move, so the horse has a better expression in the maneuver,” she explains. The three steps are: on your mark, get set, and go. Patti runs this as a sequence, not all at one time. The sequence gives the horse time to recognize what Patti will ask it to do next.

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the inside foot.

This is a different action than many riders employ, where they remove the inside leg completely and push against the stirrup. Bracing the leg forward against the stirrup causes the horse to suck back and step the front feet forward, which interferes with cadence when spinning.

Get Set: Patti elevates her hand above and slightly off center of the withers. She does not reach her rein far across the neck and pull the horse’s face. This can cause the horse to bend his head in the opposite direction.

Go: Finally, the outside leg adds pressure, telling the horse to follow the rein hand into the spin. Patti will cluck if the horse doesn’t follow the rein, but she does not drag the rein farther across the neck. “The horse is centered on the inside hind, but the very best reiners I have had pick up and

sliding stop.

The “air time” between when a rider releases their legs and says, “whoa,” and the horse goes to the ground can be reduced by following Patti’s “kicking in” style. “I don’t want my horse to be thinking, ‘now, now, now,’ during the rundown. Instead, I want to keep my legs wrapped around the horse. Instead of kicking, I squeeze to ask for more,” Patti explains. “I say, ‘whoa,’ and wait until I feel the horse go to the ground before releasing my legs.”

“I liken it to a person talking to you. If I you have to tell your muscles to perform.

Why do we think the horse should react faster? People run down and say, ‘whoa,’ taking their legs off at the same time. The horse overreacts and there is often a misstep. This can cause the rider’s butt to pop up. Waiting ground will reduce that air time.”

Rider position through the rundown can also make for a smoother transition into the stop. The rider drives the horse forward with their legs underneath them. Once it comes time to release the leg and sit in the stop, Patti doesn’t want her students to thrust their feet forward. Instead, they should melt into the saddle. “There is a distinct position for the body in the stop, and it does have feet forward, but you don’t want to be

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Riding in Patti’s “turtle position” during a rundown will result in the horse mimicking the rider, rounding forward and pedaling in the stop.

braced,” she explains. “Pushing against the stirrup and straightening the knee will hollow out a rider’s back. I tell riders to drop their heels and keep their knees soft.”

“The rider needs to have a ‘turtle back’ or act like they are doing a crunch. Sink into the saddle with a soft back, push your heels down, and release the knee and lower leg.” Riding in this position will result in the horse mimicking the rider, Patti says. Now, the horse will be rounded forward and pedal in the stop.

Some riders may feel uncomfortable squeezing a horse that wants to bolt in the rundown, however, Patti advises the horse will round up and start to run with the rider instead of bolting away. “A lot of bolting is dread or excitement. The rider will hold and kick, then turn loose. If you keep the connection by driving the horse forward and forward, it takes the shock out of being released into a stop. Making a horse run your way will mellow it.”

When the rundown feels out of control, Patti advises riders to reconnect with the horse. The connection will result in a controlled maneuver that leads to a smooth stop.

Smooth and Firing

Patti has a clear process to ask for a rollback, one that easily communicates to the horse that it is rolling back and not starting to spin.

The horse’s position to roll back in a smooth and rounded form starts with how it comes through the sliding stop.

To work on rollbacks without running and sliding the horse excessively, Patti trots into a stop. She trots in a straight line, like a rundown, asks the horse to stop, and elevates her hand to ask the horse to back up, bumping

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it in the belly to round the back. This teaches the horse to remain framed up after the stop, which will translate into proper rollback form.

“When I say, ‘whoa,’ I want the horse to stop and not be thinking about backing or rolling back while stopping. I want the horse to wait on me,” she says. “From the stop, I take the slack out of my rein and pull toward my elbow. The horse will draw through itself, and I move forward through the rollback, pushing my hand forward, and then use my leg to say, ‘go!’”

Patti does not use her leg to drive the horse around the rollback. Instead, her forward seat—her shoulders are slightly forward and hips up, as if in a lead departure—will rock the horse forward while her hand pulls the horse around.

Adding leg pressure can cause the horse to drive forward, shooting out of the rollback too soon. “Remember, the faster you’re going on the horse, the slower you should move your hand.

Practice rollbacks slowly to establish

muscle memory,” she explains. “Break the rollback down: stop, back, turn 180 degrees, and then depart.”

One error Patti sees is people pull their horses to the outside before they completely stop, which can twist the horse’s body. Pulling too hard with the rein hand can also pull the horse out of position. Patti cautions riders to take the slack out of the rein, then slowly draw toward the outside elbow, allowing the .

The goal, she said, is to have the horse stop and stay round in the bridle.

Working on a routine will establish a rhythm. Even though the horse and rider get excited during a show run, the practice routine will be the key. “No matter how fast you spin or roll back, the judge wants you to be smooth and . tion just to be fast.”

Rider consistency will have a positive correlation on performance, according to Patti. That, and trusting your horse, will create stronger communication.

“These tips are not tricks, but a planned routine. It is communication between horse and rider,” Patti explains. “If the rider will slow it down and take the time to build muscle memory, it will build communication.

“A horse will mimic the rider’s position,” Patti concludes. “Check that you are asking the horse in a way that creates the right form and is consistent.”

Patti’s outside leg squeezes the horse through the rollback and her arm drives the horse forward out of the turn.

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Take in Anchorage from the saddle with the Alaska Horse Adventures, LLC.

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Anchorage, Alaska

BY KELLEY ROCHE

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When Alaska comes to mind, many think of snow, ice, and sleds. However, there lies much more to learn and explore—through the mountains, lakes, and forests, there are many hidden gems to the isolated state.

Anchorage, the largest city in Alaska, is where our travelers will want to be if they decide to take the trip north, especially if they go in the summer, which we suggest for our equine-loving friends.

To really see the ins and outs of Alaska, your best bet is to go on horseback, as there are many spots that motorized vehicles can’t access. And besides, how else would you want to explore new territories? Anchorage alone has 10 miles of trails for riding and countless more outside the city. Alaska Horse Adventures, LLC will happily guide you through, even in the winter! Unlike

most of the places we have suggested for travel, Anchorage is booming with wildlife. With deer, moose, coyotes, hawks, bears, and lynx, you are bound to see some new creatures. Don’t worry— guides will help make sure you and your party are a safe distance away.

If you want to stay in the city but still need your horse fix, we have an option for you. The Horse Drawn Carriage Company in Anchorage has a few fun opportunities, including rides in downtown Anchorage and the Birchwood Countryside. If you want to plan something extra special, there are romantic and formal rides, along with a Cinderella carriage. If you’re looking to make a princess’ dream come true, this is the way to do it!

Anchorage alone has many other activities for tourists as well—dogsledding,

kayaking, fishing, wildlife and glacier cruises, wildlife sightseeing, gold panning and mining, hiking, camping, and ice climbing are just a few. While being right next to one of the largest glaciers in North America, a cruise should definitely be taken. Tours by Grey Line Alaska go for about 5.5 hours, run from mid-May to mid-September, and include a stop at the Alaska Wildlife Conservation Center before heading out onto Portage Lake for an up-close view of the Portage Glacier. Imagine being a mere 300 feet away from something that survived the Ice Age! Next, we must talk food. In Anchorage, you can get just about anything—from Japanese and sushi, to Mediterranean meals, to surf and turf, Anchorage has it made for food. Glacier Brewhouse is a great spot for the night when you’re still getting settled. They have great drink choices and classic American meals, including the wood-fired rotisserie chicken.

When you’re ready to adventure a bit more, we highly recommend Pangea Restaurant and Lounge. Get a little daring with meals such as the Veggie Wellington and the Moroccan Goat Tagine—there is something on the menu for everyone!

If you’re wondering where to stay, we’ve got you covered! You have a lot of fun selections here. For hotels, Anchorage has some pretty nice ones to pick from, including the Lakefront Anchorage.

This hotel has the beauty of Alaska’s landscape, with the convenience of being four miles from the city and only a mile from the airport. Want to get a bit more rustic? Alyeska Hideaway Log Cabins are a great option for those who want the solitude of the forest and are in Alaska for the adventure! If you’d like to be even closer to nature, just head 10 miles north of the city and Lifetime Adventures has you covered. You can book a campsite at Eagle River State Campgrounds and also rent kayaks, bikes, and go on group adventures! Regardless of what you are in the mood for, you are bound to find it in or around Anchorage.

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equestrian lifestyle TRAVEL WHAT TO DO ALASKA HORSE ADVENTURES, LLC Go on a 1.5- or 3-hour trail ride throughout the entire year! alaskahorseadventures.com

Curb your ice cream craving at The Ice Cream Shop!

THE HORSE DRAWN CARRIAGE COMPANY Whether you have something special planned or just want a ride downtown, these carriages will give you your horsey fix. horsedrawncarriagecompanyalaska. com PORTAGE GLACIER CRUISE & TOUR Take advantage of Alaska’s second most visited attraction, the Portage Glacier. graylinealaska.com/sightseeing/portage-glacier-cruise-tour-transportation

WHERE TO STAY THE LAKEFRONT ANCHORAGE This lodge-style hotel is a great option for those who have business in the city but want to take in the rustic feel of the state. millenniumhotels.com/en/anchorage/ the-lakefront-anchorage ALYESKA HIDEAWAY LOG CABINS Located 35 miles south of Anchorage, you can find cute and cozy cabins for rent in Girdwood. alyeskahideaway.com LIFETIME ADVENTURES Become a true woodsman when you’re in Alaska and stay at the Eagle River Campground or rent an RV and meet nature halfway. alyeskahideaway.com

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THE ICE CREAM SHOP With all the ice and glaciers around, there is bound to be an awesome ice cream shop. This is appropriately named, as it is the place to go for all your ice cream needs. theicecreamshop.com

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PANGEA RESTAURANT AND LOUNGE Find your adventurous side when it comes to dining—Pangea has some international dishes on their menu. pangearestaurantandlounge.com

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GLACIER BREWHOUSE This fun and absolutely gorgeous restaurant offers the American classics: craft beer, steak, burgers, and seafood. glacierbrewhouse.com

Glacier Brewhouse grills most of their meat on this oo fire rot sser e

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Wimpys Little Step In the sport of reining, Wimpys Little Step is known as royalty. During this golden dapple palomino’s competitive years, he was both the National Reining Horse Association (NRHA) and American Quarter Horse Association Congress Futurity Champion. In his breeding career to date, which is still going strong, Wimp has sired champions that have earned over $10 million in competition. He is an NRHA Hall of Fame sire and the highest producing living sire in the sport of reining.

THE BASICS NAME: Wimpys Little Step AGE: 19 BARN AFFILIATION: Silver Spurs Equine, LLC and Xtra Quarter Horses THE FUN STUFF DOES HE HAVE ANY NICKNAMES? He is affectionately known as “Wimp.”

IF YOU COULD RENAME HIM (WITHOUT THE BAD LUCK, OF COURSE) WHAT WOULD YOU CHANGE IT TO? Lover Boy. WHAT’S HIS FAVORITE TREAT? Apples.

IF HE WERE A FAMOUS PERSON, WHO WOULD IT BE? Michael Jordan.

WHAT IS HIS BEST QUALITY? Wimp loves to have fun; he adores children and thoroughly enjoys ponying them around in the arena.

DOES HE HAVE ANY FUNNY QUIRKS? Even though Wimp has long since been retired from competition, when his trainer saddles him up for his daily exercise, he still wants to perform.

WHAT’S THE MOST INTERESTING FACT ABOUT HIM? Wimp has always had a constant drive to excel, a trait that he passes on to his offspring.

WHAT’S HIS GUILTY PLEASURE? There is a small area on his neck where it meets his shoulder that he loves getting scratched.

IF HE WAS A PERSON, NOT A HORSE, WHAT WOULD HIS JOB BE? He would be a professional athlete—it doesn’t matter which sport because whichever one he chose, Wimp would be the best.

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Maria Sullivan-Antonioni has been name the first e ec t e rector of Strongwater Farm Therapeutic Equestrian Center.

The Mustang Heritage Foundation reached record high placements for wild horses and burros.

Mustang Heritage Foundation Reaches 10,000 Wild Horse and Burro Placements THE MUSTANG HERITAGE FOUNDATION (MHF) recently reached 10,000 wild horse and burro adoptions along with sales into private ber 2007. This follows a record-breaking year in 2017 when 1,886 animals found homes—a 65% increase over 2016. Over the last six months, MHF has found homes and training

opportunities for over 1,100 animals. To keep up with this momentum, the Bureau of Land Management Wild Horse & Burro Program recently awarded MHF with additional funding. The majority of the funding will go to the MHF Trainer Incentive Program, which is responsible for 80% of MHF’s animal placements.

Washington International Horse Show Announces 2018 Youth Ambassador and Junior Committee

The Washington International Horse Show selected Ana Bertozzi as the 2018 Youth Ambassador.

The Washington International Horse Show (WIHS), one of the most prestigious and entertaining equestrian events in North America, announced that 16-year-old Ana Bertozzi of Leesburg, VA, has been selected as the 2018 Youth Ambassador. WIHS also welcomed 34 local teens attending schools in Virginia, Maryland, and D.C. to serve on the 2018 WIHS Junior Committee. With 34 members, the class of 2018 is the largest junior committee since the program began in 2009.

Strongwater Farm Therapeutic Equestrian Center Announces Inaugural Executive Director THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS OF THE Strongwater Farm Therapeutic Equestrian Center, a Professional Association of Therapeutic Horsemanship International Premier Accredited Therapeutic Riding Center in Tewksbury, MA, announced the selection of Maria Sullivan-Antonioni as their inaugural executive director. The appointment of an executive director is signific nt milestone th t will s bst ntially deepen Strongwater Farm’s mission to enhance and enrich lives by providing education, physical activity, social opportunities, and emotional support to clients through equine-assisted activities and therapies. Maria comes to Strongwater Farm with more than 15 years of leadership experience in the education, healthcare, charitable funds management, and technology industries.

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[LEFT] Susan Sisco riding Hypnotic over fences towards the Ladies Side Saddle championship. [RIGHT] McLain Ward and Clinta took the Sapphire Grand Prix for a record tenth time.

Sees Victories Throughout the Eleven-Day Event $50,000 DEVON ARENA EVENTING Though the Devon Horse Show and Country Fair kicked off on the morning of May 24, the audience had to wait until the evening of the 27 to see the $50,000 Devon Arena Eventing take place for the second year in a row. The competition utilized both the Dixon Oval and the Wheeler Ring and highlighted two out of three disciplines that make up threeday eventing: cross-country and stadium jumping. Twenty-eight horse and rider combinations took to the ring to compete for the title, but it was Chris Talley and Sandro’s Star who ultimately put in two clear rounds to take home the top prize of the evening.

During the first round of competition, the course required riders to travel from the Dixon Oval over nine fences before continuing on to the Wheeler Ring and then ending the course back in the Dixon Oval. The second round of competition was limited to just the Dixon Oval and saw the top 12 athletes return.

Talley and Sandro’s Star, an Oldenburg stallion owned by Talley’s business partner and close friend, Hannah Salazaar, put in a flawless clear round by maintaining a swift pace that would keep them under the time-allowed, which caused many problems for athletes throughout the evening. Talley was last to go in the second round of competition and needed to put in a fault-free round in order to overtake first place, which he did in a time of 78.26 seconds.

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under saddle class, a hunter hack, and an over fences class. At the end of an impressive show of skills from all competitors, it was Debra Taylor and Hypnotic, with trainer Susan Sisco riding over fences, that accumulated the most points to take home the championship ribbon.

Taylor has been riding sidesaddle for over 15 years and winning the championship ribbon at the Devon Horse Show has been a long time goal for her. Hypnotic accumulated the most points in the championship by sweeping the division and winning all three of the sidesaddle classes, one of which was ridden by Taylor’s trainer, Susan Sisco. $250,000 SAPPHIRE GRAND PRIX OF DEVON CSI4* Once again, the “King of Devon” McLain Ward of Brewster, NY, surpassed 31 contenders to claim the $250,000 Sapphire Grand Prix of Devon CSI4* for a record tenth time in his career. Ward rode the 11-year-old Oldenburg mare, Clinta, owned

by Sagamore Farms, around the famed Dixon Oval in front of a packed crowd, consisting of diehard show jumping fans and Pennsylvania locals hoping to witness some of the greatest names in the sport of show jumping go head-to-head for the most coveted trophy in the Devon collection, the Celeste McNeal Harper Perpetual Trophy.

Winning at Devon has always been very special for Ward, especially since the grand prix is named after his legendary Olympic mount Sapphire, who died in 2014 and who he also won the prestigious class with in 2007 and 2009. Even after claiming the title time and time again, his tenth grand prix victory marked an incredible milestone in Devon Horse Show history.

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THREE-GAITED ENGLISH SHOW PLEASURE The Dixon Oval saw “Devon at Sunset,” which highlighted events including the Three-Gaited English Show Pleasure class with seven horse and rider competitors.

For the third year in a row, was Amanda Murchison and CH Spread the Word took home the Robin Hill Challenge Trophy in the Adult Three-Gaited English Show Pleasure class.

Murchison and CH Spread the Word have been a team for four years and are no strangers to the winner’s circle. The pair has competed all over the country and CH Spread the Word has won impressive titles such as the Overall Pleasure Horse of the Year two times, in 2015 and 2017. Now, she and CH Spread the Word have made their mark for three years in a row winning the top prize in the ThreeGaited English Show Pleasure class.

Later on during the Devon at Sunset session, the Five-Gaited Saddle Horse Amateur class saw Ali DeGray and CH Memories of Cabo take home the blue ribbon. Crowds went wild for famed American Saddlebred rider Carson Kressley, as he placed in fourth with his horse, Arrowhead’s Undeniable.

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nical first round course, where five riders had clear rounds to ensure a jump-off.

Kicking off the tiebreaker was 25-yearold Adrienne Sternlicht, who is also trained by Ward, aboard Starlight Farms 1 LLC’s Cristalline. They cleared the short course and set the standard to beat at 40.20 seconds.

Ward and Clinta entered through the iconic blue “Where Champions Meet” archway as third in the order, going all out and clearing the final oxer in a blazing 36.91 seconds for the lead as the crowd erupted with applause and cheers. To top off an incredible evening, Ward was also presented with the McDevitt Style Award and the Richard E. McDevitt Style Perpetual Trophy.

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[ABOVE] Kathy Thomas Rich enjoying her time at the National Trails Day Ride.

[RIGHT] Annamaria Paul’s horse, Jigs, ready to go at the National Trails Day Ride.

Bay State Trail Riders Association Hosts Successful National Trails Day Ride ARTICLE AND PHOTOS SUBMITTED BY ANNAMARIA PAUL

OUT ON THE TRAILS, MY MIND becomes quiet and clear. Surrounded by nature and soothed by my horse beneath me, I am refreshed. A fellow boarder at my barn and I were talking about this recently—we both agreed that a long trail ride can turn a bad day into a good one. I feel blessed that Massachusetts has a good trail network open to equestrians. It is up to us to ensure our trails remain safe and available to equestrians and other trail users.

Funds raised at Bay State Trail Riders Association (BSTRA) events go to this critical work.

BSTRA’s largest benefit ride is National Trail Day Ride. This year the

ride, sponsored by Yered Trailers, was held June 10 at Apple Knoll Farm in Millis, MA. The weather was lovely and the trails perfect. The 5- and 8-mile routes wound through Apple Knoll’s luscious property that abuts conservation land. Returning riders were provided with a great lunch and delicious desserts. Following lunch was a raffle with $4,000 worth of prizes. The event was a huge success and raised $14,000 that will go directly into trail projects. Thank you to our sponsors, volunteers, and all who participated in the ride—you have made a difference!

BSTRA’s next benefit ride is the Fall

Benefit Pleasure Ride on September 23. This ride at Tourbillon Trailer Sales in North Scituate, RI, will pass through Heritage Park trails. It should be a lovely ride with the fall foliage.

Following the ride, a grand feast, prepared by our friends at Tourbillon, will be served. There will be a raffle with more than $2,000 in prizes, and vendors will be on hand for your shopping pleasure. Be sure to save the date and register early to claim one of the gift bags given out to the first 50 registered riders. Visit bstra.org to view the full year’s calendar of rides and to sign up online. We hope to see you soon at one of our rides or work days!

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Connecticut Trail Rides Association Celebrates Unsung Hero, Ruth Strontzer SUBMITTED BY PATTI CROWTHER

EVERY CLUB HAS ITS UNSUNG hero; I believe with all of my heart that the Connecticut Trail Rides Association (CTRA) has an extra special one, Ruth Strontzer. She

has grown up with her family in CTRA. Ruth has told stories how as a little girl, she would have to help her mom address envelopes for the club’s mailings. At one point

there was 700 members! Today, even with the printed labels, that would probably take a couple of days to just stuff, label, and stamp! It was

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club. With Lynn, who is our current president, and Ruth, our treasurer as of November 2017, our count was about 200 members! We have had rides where there were as many as 37 riders. Besides being our club’s treasurer, ride host, and constitution and regulations expert, Ruth has spent countless hours assuring our club is protected in many ways.

When another longtime member asked about our insurance coverage, Ruth’s wheels were rolling—calling and speaking to fellow horse owners, insurance agents, filling out mounds of forms, and submitting them only to find out we needed more coverage.

When she finally obtained a couple of quotes, she made sure it was presented to our executive board.

It is refreshing to know that as a club that enjoys

camping and riding, we can continue to do so and feel safe doing it. Our new insurance policy requires every member and guest to sign in and out at Camp Boardman. The book is located in the pavilion.

Speaking of rides, during the weekend of June 1-3, members Ginger Tullai and Waneta Lenk hosted a weekend campout and Poker Ride at Machimoodus/Sunrise Resort State Parks in East Haddam, CT. On Friday they had a pizza party, Saturday evening was a potluck dinner, and Sunday morning was their annual Poker Obstacle Ride. Our first place winning team was Elaine Laufer, Raymond Laufer, and Corliss Walsh.

Several members helped with set-up, take down, judging, and running for pizza. Bunny Joseph helped to prepare the trails, set up obstacles, and judge.

On June 10, Ruth hosted a Mountain Laurel Ride at the George Dudley Seymour State Park in Haddam, CT. The wild mountain laurel was in full bloom, the skies were blue with no humidity, and boats were sailing by in the Connecticut River. The day was perfect, ending with a picnic lunch in the grass field adjoining the parking area.

In other news, we would like to congratulate Kelly and Philip Goulet on the birth of their son, Matthew!

Everyone at CTRA is happy to have a brand new member who will be running around the camp before we know it! For more info on our club, visit us at cttrailridesassoc.org.

PHOTOS: (LEFT) PATTI CROWTHER; (RIGHT) RUTH STRONZER

[LEFT] Treasurer Ruth Stronzer hosted and rode at the George Dudley Seymour State Park Ride. [RIGHT] The Mountain Laurel Ride at the George Dudley Seymour State Park in Haddam, CT, was a hit.

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Foxhunting news [ EQUINE JOURNAL AFFILIATE ] decide to tailgate will also have the opportunity to win prizes for the most creative tailgate, best themed tailgate, and best overall tailgate. So all you creative folks, get your thinking caps on! For those who opt not to tailgate and just spectate, there is a candy toss for all children in the crowd to participate in. A fair warning—there is plenty to go around! Once the match has

Norfolk Hunt Club’s Polo in the Country will be held on September 9, 2018.

Norfolk Hunt Club Sets Sights on Fall Hunting Season ARTICLE SUBMITTED BY DESMOND O’LEARY; PHOTOGRAPHY BY RUTH BALTOPOULOS

AUGUST IS KNOWN FOR BEING THE “DOG days,” or in Norfolk’s case, “hound days,” of summer. Whether or not you are an equestrian, it is guaranteed you are savoring the last few weekends of your summer.

For Norfolk, the focus shifts from enjoying summer and the perks of leisurely hacking out to gearing up for the fall season. horse, it is imperative they continue work both inside and outside of the ring. surface with an array of updated footing, foxhunting presents horses and riders with questions they must answer. For in-

the Country, our annual polo match held in September. This year it’s taking place on Sunday, September 9, 2018, so be sure to mark your calendars now. Polo is a favorite amongst club members, equestrians of all kinds, and most importantly, the community. Norfolk and its members work very hard to bring people together through our events and polo is a wonderful example of that. It is a great way for club members to get back together after a season off but is a day for families to enjoy an outing as well.

Festivities for polo begin with the gates opening at 11:00 a.m. for tailgating, barbecuing, and socializing. Those who

their barbecues and tailgates as others pack up.

Following tailgating, the match itself begins at 1:00 p.m. and provides an afternoon of exciting competition for all spectators. The halftime period is designated for a hound demonstration featuring our Huntsman, Heather Player, as well as her staff and the Norfolk Hounds. In this demonstration, the hounds will be paraded by all spectators for an up close and personal look, as well as seen working and maneuvering like they would in the hunt . complete, there will be another feature performance, but this time highlighting the art of dressage.

Polo in the Country is followed by our usually scheduled season of foxhunts, which are on Tuesday and Saturday mornings of each week at next-level properties and pieces of land. In addition to the hunts, the Norfolk Hunt Club hosts a variety of other events such as a hunter pace in beautiful Westport, MA, as well as the New England Hunter Trials.

For more information about the Norfolk Hunt Club, who we are, and what we do, please visit norfolkhunt.com.

unleveled terrain, and natural fences such as stonewalls and ditches while on a hunt.

Norfolk takes immense pride in the maintenance and state of all their trails but ocsurprise stream, a fallen tree, or perhaps a trail that is too overgrown. These surprises are why it’s important for hunt horses to become accustomed to it all, regardless of the weather. Fortunately, our land offers opportunities for horses and riders to encounter and learn from these obstacles.

Our unofficial kick-off to the fall hunting season is the Sunday after the first hunt of the season. This Sunday is Polo in

Master Emeritus Owen Hughes and Master of Foxhounds Dominic Cammarata at the annual junior hunt.

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Myopia Hunt Club Prepares for Hunt Season SUBMITTED BY LISA WOHLLEIB

September 6 and lasts until the 20. Meeting on Tuesdays and Saturdays at 8:00 a.m. and Thursdays at 5:00 p.m., participants are expected to ride in “ratcatcher” attire and tweed jackets with shirts and ties or colored stock ties are preferred.

The Opening Meet, which is always a spectacle for riders and spectators, is Saturday, September 22 at 55 Waldingfield Road in Ipswich, MA. This meet is Huntsman Phillip Headdon with the Myopia Hounds. for subscribing members of the hunt, but many from the 8, we host a picnic for our generous larger horse communities show up to landowners and share in the great watch the hounds, beautifully turnedfoxhunting tradition of the Blessing of out horses, and riders in formal hunt the Hounds. attire while they gallop across fields On October 21, Myopia hosts the and jump stonewalls and fences.

New England Hunter Trials in Bradley Other highlights Palmer State Park. Hunter Trials are of the season judged competitions on the horse’s are the Junior way of going over various obstacles Opening Meet, on and challenges found on the terrain Friday, September Round Bale Feeders and Slow Feeders a hunt may typically encounter. It is 28 and the everfor all your hay feeding needs. a great way to condition a potential colorful Junior event horse as the hunter trial course Halloween Hunt is very similar to a cross-country on October 26. course. Hunter trials are fun to watch Creative costumes but rely on volunteers, even volunfor horses and teers without horse experience, so riders add to the please consider lending a hand! fun of this annual On November 10, Myopia hosts the event, but we do New England Hunts Joint Meet where ask that all junior all the hunts in New England gather riders be turned for a hunt through some of our best out safely with country. Historically, there are usually heeled boots and 100 riders and horses that participate a safety-approved helmet. Juniors are and guests are welcome to join! Our season ends with our Thanksgiving the future of our BIG BALE BUDDY SLOW BALE BUDDY Day Hunt at Appleton Farms in sport and we want Ipswich, MA, a community-wide tradito ensure safe tion that is enjoyed by all ages. outings and good With so many options and opportimes! tunities to participate, watch, and One of our most volunteer, we invite you to join us in beloved events our mission to preserve the future is the Blessing through the traditions of the past! of the Hounds Safe, Affordable, Effective.

For more information on the Myopia and Landowners’ One year warranty.

Picnic, a Columbus Hunt, including detailed scheduling information, please visit our website, Day tradition. On 866.389.9952 www.bigbalebuddy.com myopiahunt.org.

Monday, October

MEMBERS OF THE MYOPIA HUNT Club are eagerly awaiting the start of hunting season. We have a full calendar of events and encourage those new to foxhunting to join our more experienced riders for great sport over some of the area’s most beautiful countryside.

Things kick off in August with hound exercises on Wednesdays and Saturdays until August 25. We move off at 8:00 a.m. at the Myopia Schooling Field in Hamilton, MA. This month we also celebrate the 118th Myopia Horse Show, which is being held August 31 through September 2, also at the Myopia Schooling Field in Hamilton, MA. A good opportunity to condition horses and hounds for formal hunting is the “cubbing season” that is fast approaching on Thursday,

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Hunter/Jumper news

[LEFT] Maggie Hill and Cassanto were Large Junior Hunter 15 and Under champions at the Devon Horse Show. [ABOVE] The Pennsylvania State University Equestrian Team competed at the Intercollegiate Horse Shows Association National Finals with great success.

PHOTOS: (LEFT) BRENDA CARPENTER PHOTOGRAPHY; (RIGHT) COURTESY OF THE PENNSYLVANIA STATE UNIVERSITY EQUESTRIAN TEAM

PENN STATE SUCCESS The Pennsylvania State University Equestrian Team competed in the 2018 Intercollegiate Horse Shows Association (IHSA) national competition in Harrisburg, PA. Team placings included Ryan Toole taking ninth in Walk-Trot Equitation, Nicolle Wolf taking eighth in Novice Equitation Over Fences, Sabrina Mercadante placing eighth in Intermediate Equitation Over Fences, and Elizabeth Traband placing seventh in Open Equitation Over Fences. In individual competition, Jaclyn Calale took second in Intermediate Equitation Over Fences and Traband took ninth in Open Equitation Over Fences.

In addition, Traband placed fourth in the United States Equestrian Federation/Cacchione Cup, Erin O’Neill received the Senior IHSA Academic Achievement Award, and Emily Schmidt received a United States Hunter Jumper Association Sportsmanship Award.

MAGGIE MAGIC the Devon Horse Show and Country Fair, Maggie Hill of

Jackson Hole, WY, ended up in the winner’s circle. Aboard Cassanto, Hill was named champion of the Large Junior Hunter 15 and Under division after earning two firsts, a second, and a fifth. Hill, who trains with Jack Towell and Liza Boyd at Finally Farm in North Carolina, was also awarded the Martin F. Bucko Family Perpetual Trophy.

COLLECTING POINTS Turning Point Show Stables of East Kingston, NH, had a very successful day at a New Hampshire Hunter Jumper Association horse show. Delia Beaupre and Delilah won all three of their Short Stirrup Hunter classes, taking champion at her first show!

Devon MacLeod and Comtessa Z won their Open Special Hunter classes, Beth McCusker rode Ponte Vecchio to great ribbons in the Modified Adult Amateur divisions, and Madisyn Vance had great rounds in the Modified Children’s divisions. Anna Leighton and E-Jazz were reserve champions in the Special Children’s Hunters while Alyssa Johnston

division on her first show with Two To Tango. Abigail Braese and Sangria did well in a competitive Modified Children’s Hunter division, Kristen Johnson and Campido received great ribbons in the Adult Amateur divisions, and Katie Visalli rode Nightwish Blackie to great results in the Modified Adult divisions.

NEWBURY’S NEWS Newbury Farm of Littleton, MA, attended the 2018 Norfolk Hunt Horse Show where Emily Gilbert won the Taylor Harris National Children’s Medal, Massachusetts Horsemen’s Council (MHC) Junior Medal, New England Horsemen’s Council Junior Medal, and U.S. Hunter Seat Medal aboard Beckham JR; Electra Hamilton qualified for Maclay Regionals and U.S. Hunter Seat Medal Finals on Ilyana; and Sarah Sardella and Fifth Avenue had consistent rounds, taking third in the MHC Junior Medal.

WEG UPDATES The United States Equestrian Federation announced updates to the 2018 FEI World

Equestrian Games (WEG) U.S. Show Jumping Team. Lauren Hough of Wellington, FL, withdrew from consideration after Ohlala sustained an injury that will take the mare out of competition for the year, and Jessica Springsteen of Colts Neck, NJ, withdrew herself from consideration with RMF Swinny Du Parc.

Lillie Keenan of New York, NY, replaced Springsteen on the Short List, but due to logistical constraints and the short timeframe before the first WEG Observation Events, an athlete was not named to replace Hough.

DREAMS COME TRUE Dream Big Performance Horses of Belchertown, MA, made their presence known at the Central Massachusetts Horse Show Series. At the June 17 show, Lacey Douillard, Erin Lacross, and Meghan Douillard rode Shez African Charlie and received champion in Leadline, Beginner Walk-TrotCanter, and Walk-Trot 12-17, respectively. Rowen Silva and The Boston Storm received reserve champion in Beginner Walk-Trot.

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HITS-on-the-Hudson III Finishes with Hunter Competition ANOTHER SUCCESSFUL WEEK OF show jumping competition wrapped up at HITS-on-the-Hudson III, closing out the Saugerties Spring Series with a bang. Exhibitors enjoyed a week of sunshine, blue ribbons, and over $200,000 in prize money awarded throughout the week.

Two United States Hunter Jumper Association (USHJA) Derbies were featured in the Grand Prix Stadium with the $25,000 USHJA International Hunter Derby and the $2,500 USHJA National Hunter Derby. The Platinum Performance Hunter Prix was held as an overlay with the National Hunter Derby for the junior and amateur riders who are working toward qualifying for the HITS Championship.

Topping the field in the $25,000 USHJA International Hunter Derby was Cassandra Kahle and her partner, Enchanted, earning an overall score of 356.5. Kahle earned a score of 167 in the first round, which put her in third place.

In the second round, Kahle increased her score by choosing the high options and earning handy points to receive a

score of 189.5.

Hannah Isop and Red Ryder, received the highest score in round one, and captured the second place award overall.

Isop scored a base score of 176.5 in the first round and added 179.5 in the second Cassandra Kahle and Enchanted topped the $25,000 USHJA round for an overall score of 356. Rounding International Hunter Derby. out the top three of 87 in each of his rounds, adding up to would be Alexandra Pielet and Common an overall score of 174.

Sense, receiving a score of 163 in the first Topping the field of Platinum round and a score of 182 in the second Performance Hunter Prix riders was round for an overall score of 345.

Emily Noble aboard Dolce and Gabbana Patricia Griffith and Sonder would with scores of 76 and 84, combined top a field of 41 horses in the $2,500 to give her an overall score of 160.

USHJA National Hunter Derby, scoring Following in second with an overall a 90 in the first round and a 95 in the score of 154.5 was Lena Rae Reeb and second round for an overall score of 185. Second place honors were awarded Call Me, scoring a 75.5 in round one and a 79 in round two. Rounding out the top to David Wilbur aboard Serfino with a three of the junior and amateur riders two round total of 184 with scores of 90 was Dylan Bentley aboard Focto with a and 94. Rounding out the top three was 152.5 combined score.

David Raposa and Ivy Too with scores

Ox Ridge Horse Show THE COMBINATION OF PERFECT weather, record attendance, and a sold out program made for an ideal environment to unveil the newly branded Ox Ridge Riding & Racquet Club, along with offering continued awareness and support for two notable charities. This year’s $50,000 Grand Prix purse attracted a field of 34 entries.

Top honors of this year’s Grand Prix competition went to Kirk Webby riding Brando Du Rouet from Tolleshunt Horse Farm, Inc. in Whitehouse, NJ. Webby, a former Olympic rider who competed in the 2008 Summer games in Beijing, hails from New Zealand.

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a clear round and time of 39.353.

Kudos to Corrigan for riding three mounts in the Grand Prix and being the final rider in the jumpoff. In third place was past Ox Ridge Grand Prix winner Kevin Babington aboard Katznelson Kirk Webby rode Brando Du Rouet to the win in the Ox Ridge Horse Jumpers LLC’s Show’s Grand Prix.

Double O Seven 7 Callari also stated, “The real with a jump-off time of 39.634. winners are our charity recipients, Flavia Callari, business manager Pegasus Therapeutic Riding and the of the Ox Ridge Riding and Racquet Community Fund of Darien, who Club, stated, “We were so pleased can continue their good works in with the record number of entries, the community as a result of the caliber of sponsors, and overall successful show.” buzz around this year’s show.”

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43rd Anniversary New England Equitation Championships

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2017 Junior Medal Winner Emma Fletcher

October 17–21, 2018

Eastern States Coliseum, West Springfield, MA

JOE MEDICO GRANT

To commemorate Joe Medico’s dedication to the NE horse world, JR Hudson Horse Transportation is sponsoring two grants of $1250 each. These grants will go to qualified NE Junior Medal riders who demonstrate a financial need in order to participate in the NEHC Championships.

ELECTRONIC ENTRY SYSTEM The NEEC will use the Show Management System Online Entry Platform to accept electronic entries for the competition. This service is billed as part of your office fee. Exhibitors will be able to enter the show electronically as well as view their bills online. To submit entries or learn more about the electronic entry process, please visit entries.showmanagementsystem.com.

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eventing a rail and I was saying to myself, ‘please don’t fall, please don’t fall,’ because I knew I couldn’t afford to have a rail.

He’s turned into a really great horse,” said Hutchings-Sebring. “This is such a fantastic event, it was really exciting.

It felt like a much bigger event than for the level that I competed in. It felt like the atmosphere of a two-star or even bigger because of the spectators, so it was exciting for us. It’s nice to take a win home to my students.”

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Mars Essex Horse Trials Wraps-Up Second Successful Year THE TRADITION CONTINUED AT the Mars Essex Horse Trials in Far Hills, NJ, with the successful revival of the second competition on June 23-24, following a 19-year absence. 2018 also marked 50 years since the event was founded by the Haller Family at Hoopstick Farm. This year, six divisions from Beginner Novice to Preliminary were held each day, with the $20,000 Preliminary Essex headlining the Trials.

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Preliminary In the Open Preliminary division, Kaitlin Clasing of Unionville, PA, took top honors riding Warren LVS with a final score of 29.80. They were second going into show jumping and clinched the win going clear after the final rider, Elizabeth Bortuzzo and Belongs To Teufer, knocked down three rails to finish second with a score of 35.10. “We were double clear in cross-country.

My horse is so talented and really special. He really handled it like a pro,” said Clasing of the Morgan Rowselldesigned cross-country course. “They put so much care into the courses and the footing. Everything is so well done here for the lower level horses, which is important for a horse like ‘Beans’ because this could be a stepping stone for things to come in the future. It was a great day.”

Juliana Hutchings-Sebring of Fair Hill, MD, won the Preliminary Rider division on Welbourne winning on their dressage score of 37.50. “I heard the announcer say that we were in the lead in show jumping and then I heard my horse nick

Novice Jennifer Eddy and Fernhill Cascum Marco took top honors in the Open Novice division, Lauren Chumley and Santa Barbara DASH won the Novice Rider “A” division, and Tara Brienza won the Novice Rider “B” division on Highlander.

Beginner Novice Nicole Marcantonio and Guinevere took top honors in the Beginner Novice “A” division, Tara Astacio won the Beginner Novice Rider “B” division on Money to Burn, and Elizabeth Stewart took home the blue ribbon in the Open Beginner Novice division on Speedy P.

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Australia’s Ryan Wood captured the $20,000 Preliminary Essex win riding Ruby, owned by Summit Sporthorses Ltd. of Ringoes, NJ. The pair led from start to finish, going clear in both crosscountry and show jumping to finish on their dressage score of 27.70.

Wood, who is based out of West Grove, PA, entered three mounts in the Preliminary Essex and he needed every one of them to secure his victory. “I was lucky to have two practices on the course before piloting Ruby around. I was a victim of a rail on each of my other horses,” said Wood. “It was interesting to see the rails coming down. The first jump looked like the softest one on the course, but it came down more than any other jump, and the treble looked tough, but it jumped better than any other combination on the track. It was all very well thought out. Chris Barnard is a master at designing show jumping tracks.”

Michael Walton and Brave New World moved up from sixth place following cross-country to the runner-up spot, scoring 32.90. Hallie Coon finished in third place on Cooley SOS with a score of 36.20, moving up from spot 21 in dressage and top 12 in cross-country.

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Ryan Wood and Ruby captured the $20,000 Preliminary Essex division.

In the Training divisions, Dale Eddy and Poker Run won Open Training, capturing the lead in dressage and adding only 1.20 time penalties in crosscountry to finish with a three-phase score of 28.90.

The massive Training Rider “A” division was won by Dawn Eastabrooks and Valito. The pair took the lead in dressage with a score of 30.50 and defeated 28 other horse-and-rider combinations going clear in both cross-country and show jumping to finish on their dressage score.

“It was amazing. I have had Valito since he was four years old and he’s 13 now.

We did not always have a successful run, but he showed his true potential. I always knew he had it in him,” said Eastabrooks.

“It means everything to win. It is the best day of my life other than having my children. I couldn’t have done it without the help of my trainers, Meg Kepferle and Corey Edwards.”

Donna White and High Stakes also felt the magic of the afternoon, winning the Training Rider “B” division. The pair finished fourth in last year’s Mars Essex Horse Trials. “It was nice to come back and win. The course rode great, it was one of the more challenging ones and it rode really well,” said White.

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Topped by Auburn University at Virginia Horse Trials AFTER TWO CONSECUTIVE years finishing third in the United States Eventing Association (USEA) Intercollegiate Eventing Championship, the Auburn Eventing Team finally secured victory. Rising senior Sallie Johnson, rising senior Aubrey Wagner, rising senior Meredith Kramer, and recent graduate Lydia Kennedy of the Auburn University Orange Team fought hard for the orange and blue, producing stellar final phase performances to win the 2018 Intercollegiate Championship at Virginia Horse Trials (VHT) in Lexington, VA, on a combined team score of 92.125.

Between studies, the students have been training as a team during clinics and putting the pieces together with the focus and drive to win. Wagner, a first timer at Championship, said, “I knew it was a big deal but I didn’t realize how big a deal it actually was.

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spirit and the camaraderie that we all had was a really special feeling.”

Johnson and Kennedy have attended the championship since the inaugural year in 2016. “As fun as it can be just to come and be in the top three, winning is a completely surreal feeling because we’ve all worked so hard to get here with our individual horses,” Johnson said.

Finishing on her dressage score of 29.8, Kramer and her 16-year-old Thoroughbred, Kentucky Gentleman, won the Novice Rider division out of 40 starters. “He was really great all weekend,” Kramer said. “He was super consistent and put in a great dressage test to start off at the top, and we had fun the rest of the way.”

Wagner and her 9-year-old German Sport Horse, Clooney MS, were the only pair in the CCI*-B division to show jump double clear, which moved them all the way from ninth place to win on 39.9. “I don’t even know what

to say,” she said moments after discovering she had won. “I couldn’t believe he was still full of all that jump after [cross-country]. He was amazing. I can’t thank him enough.” This was Wagner’s first one-star with Clooney, a horse she’s owned less than a year.

Wagner’s clear round took the pressure off teammate Johnson aboard Mark and Cynthia Rowan’s 13-yearold Thoroughbred mare, Looking Rosey, who finished seventh on 51.1 in their CCI* debut. Kennedy and her 14-year-old Thoroughbred/Percheron mare, Subtle Dream Unveiled, a horse she has previously competed up to Preliminary level, finished on their dressage score of 32.4 to finish sixth in Open Novice.

The Clemson Tiger team of Sarah Pyne, Alex Peterson, Kaitlyn Bardos, and April Crawford, one of three teams fielded by Clemson University, finished on a combined team score of 93.73 to take reserve for the second time.

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Dressage news

[LEFT] Mariah Plante and Harley of Strongwater Farm at the New England Dressage Association Spring Schooling Show. [ABOVE] Mary Bahniuk Lauritsen and I-Dream of Millennium Dressage won their class and high point of the day on a score of 76.8%.

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STAYING STRONG The dressage team at Strongwater Farm Therapeutic Riding Center in Tewksbury, MA, made their way to the New England Dressage Association Spring Schooling Show.

Alexandra Tapley placed first in Training 1 Open with a 63.70% on Karlton; Mariah Plante placed third in the same class with a 61.10% on Harley; Olivia Jensen placed first in Junior Intro A on a 70.00%, earning the Junior high score; and Katherine Hendi on Harley placed fourth on a 54.30% in Junior Intro Level C. DRESSAGE DEBUT HITS Saugerties was a great son to many, including Millennium Dressage out of Harvard, MA. Jennifer Allen’s Ferro scored 68% in his debut at Third Level, and her four-year-old Weloura FH went down the centerline to score 76.2% in the young horse test with Mary Bahniuk Lauritsen. I-Dream joined the 76% club for the win in his class

and high point of the day with Bahniuk Lauritsen.

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ELYSIUM FARM FUND The Dressage Foundation (TDF) announced that Margaret Neider of North Hill Farm in New York has received a grant from TDF’s Elysium Farm Fund for U.S. Breeder Excellence.

The Elysium Farm Fund for U.S. Breeder Excellence, established at The Dressage Foundation in 2011 by Abbey Henderson, then owner of Elysium Farm in Masassistance to breeders to pursue educational opportunities related to breeding that will advance their careers, promote sound breeding practices, and further enhance the quality of U.S.-bred dressage horses.

North Hill Farm was awarded $2,500 to attend the Oldenburg Winter Meeting Breeder’s Course in Vechta, Germany, in December.

SOWERS POWER US Equestrian announced that Dr. Kerri Sowers, DPT, PhD(c), NCS, has been named to the

pointed by the FEI Para-Equestrian (PE) Technical Committee and determines whether an athlete has an eligible health condition or impairment to through a thorough review of application and medical documentation submitted by the athletes. Sowers is an FEI 2 equestrian sport and a United States Equestrian Federation she serves on the USEF Adaptive Sports Committee and the Working Group. In addition, she is an accomplished dressage rider who has competed successfully through the FEI levels.

MEMBER FOCUS The New England Dressage Association, Inc. (NEDA) welcomes Kristine Holloran as director of marketing services for the organization.

In this capacity, Kristine will provide support to the Board of Directors and those in offboard positions to further the mission of the United States Dressage Foundation’s largest single-chapter Group Member Organizations.

ACES FOR ATKINSON Atkinson Riding Academy of Atkinson, NH, had four riders at the Tack Shack’s Summer Series Dressage Show in Fremont, NH. Congratulations to Devon Moore for receiving her final qualifying score towards her bronze medal, as well as to Abigail Gilbert on Mac and Amanda Archibald on Osten, who continued to perfect their respective tests. Trainer Crystal LeBlanc and Reggie went in the show ring for the first time this season and tied for first with a 65.72%, which is an enormous accomplishment for both horse and rider. There have been missed show seasons in the past, but they are now back on track and starting the season with gusto!

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Summer DreSSage Schooling Show reSultS Walk, Trot, Canter Dressage Seat Equitation: CH. Casey Elena Morgan. Maiden United States Dressage Federation (USDF) Intro Test A: CH. Jillian Bunce; RE. Emily Knowlton. USDF Intro

Level, Test A: 1. Lindsay Rose; 2. Sue Inzenga; 3.

Lani Wicks-Reilly; 4. Caitlyn Burns; 5. Emily Palma; 6. Ana Brunette. USDF Intro Level: Test B: 1.

Sue Inzenga; 2. Lindsay Rose; 3. Lani Wicks-Reilly; 4. Ann DeMarco; 5. Dawn Dascomb; 6. Emily Knowlton. USDF Intro Level, Test C: 1. Lani Wicks-Reilly; 2. Pamela Gleason; 3. Samantha Marcoux; 4. Elizabeth Sawyer. Maiden USDF Training Level, Test 1: 1. Jaimie Spear; 2. Leane Rumson; 3.

Pamela Gleason; 4. Ann Honigberg. United States Equestrian Federation (USEF) Training Level, Test 1: 1. Michelle McGillicuddy; 2. Laura Pitassi; 3.

Ann DeMarco; 4. Jaimie Spear; 5. Kristen Fleming; 6. Katelyn Griggs. USEF Training Level, Test 2: 1.

Patti Puccilli; 2. Jaimie Spear; 3. Kristen Fleming; 4.

Laura Pitassi; 5. Alyssa Dawidczyk. Maiden USEF Training Level, Test 3: CH. Patti Puccilli. USEF Training Level, Test 3: 1. Grace Griffin; 2. Winnie Krogman; 3. Debi Barka. USEF First Level, Test 1: 1. Grace Griffin; 2. Alyssa Holdeman; 3. Julia Peabody-Harhigh; 4. Michelle McGillicuddy; 5. Cayla Penny; 6. Suzanne Krauss. USEF First Level, Test 2: 1. Alyssa Holdeman; 2. Audrey Berenson; 3. Julia Peabody-Harhigh; 4. Cayla Penny; 5. Sue Snyder; 6. Michelle McGillicuddy. USEF First Level, Test 3: CH. Sue Snyder. USEF Second Level, Test of Choice: CH. Audrey Berenson. USEF Third Level Test of Choice: CH. Izabelle Tagavi; RE. Milda Castner. Eventing Test of Choice: CH. Jessie Aikman; RE. Celia Donovan. Eventing Test of Choice: CH. Celia Donovan.

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awards, we present two perpetual awards to our members: the Cherri Olsen Award is given to our Summer Show High-Point Senior rider and the Dino Award goes to the Junior High-Point rider from our Fall Show.

Thank you to the following NHDEA board members who volunteered their time to make this show possible: Cynthia Stone, Carol Ann Head, Karen O’Malley, Mary Stadelmann, Stefanie Rosetti, Anne Burke, Sonja Pomerleau, and Leane Gagnon. The NHDEA would like to give special thanks to Kirsten Fleming and her exchange student, Yara, who assisted with ring set up; Betsy Leavitt, who assisted in ring stewarding; Anja Stadelmann for being one of our scribes; and Liz Johnson and On The Bit Events for providing show secretary services.

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THE NEW HAMPSHIRE DRESSAGE and Eventing Association (NHDEA) kicked off this year’s show season with their summer show on June 10, 2018 hosted at the University of New Hampshire and judged by Keith Angstadt.

We were pleased to see representation at this show from Introductory Level dressage through Third Level, Eventing Test of Choice, and Dressage Equitation. The Overall High-Point Award went to Jaimie Spear riding After Dark. Sue Izenga and Duncan took high-point in Adult Open, and Grace Griffin and The Working Man’s Friend took high-point in the Junior division. We appreciate all of the riders who attended our show, and we are looking forward to seeing you at our Fall Schooling Show on September 9, 2018, featuring “r” judge Adam Cropper and “r” judge Jennifer Englund (Antonen).

Just a reminder, the scores from this show and our Fall Schooling Show can go toward our year-end awards given out at our annual banquet. This year, the event will be on Sunday, November 18.

All of the year-end award details, rules, and submission dates are on the nhdea. org website. Along with our division

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[LEFT] Anna Weniger and Don Derrick’s individual top-scoring test contributed to the U.S. final team score of 134.902. [ABOVE] Ben Ebeling and Behlinger represented the U.S.

2018 Dressage European Young Rider Team Wraps Up Tour at Future Champions CDIO-Y Hagen

PHOTOS: (LEFT) LILY FORADO PHOTOGRAPHY; (ABOVE) GERI MESSINGER

THE 2018 DRESSAGE EUROPEAN Young Rider Tour, a link to the Discover Dressage United States Equestrian Federation/United States Dressage Federation Emerging Athlete Program, has concluded at the Future Champions FEI CDIO-Y Hagen. From June 12-17, the athletes named to the tour, Ben Ebeling of Moorpark, CA; Callie Jones of Henderson, KY; and Anna Weniger of Apex, NC, contended against top riders in their division from Germany, Belgium, Denmark, Great Britain, the Netherlands, and Russia.

The CDIO-Y Hagen is a team competition, allowing the young riders to gain invaluable experience in this format.

Led by U.S. Dressage Youth Coach and Chef d’Equipe George Williams, the U.S. team kicked off the competition on Thursday, June 14, with the CDIO-Y Team Test, drawing seventh in the order of seven teams. Ebeling and Behlinger, Amy Roberts Ebeling, Ann Romney, and Elizabeth Meyer’s 10-yearold Hanoverian gelding, earned a score of 67.108. Jones and Don Philippo, her

10-year-old Hanoverian gelding, earned a score of 65.490. Weniger and Don Derrick, Dawn Weniger’s 14-year-old NRPS gelding, earned a score of 67.794.

As the top-scoring tests, Weniger and Ebeling’s scores contributed to the final U.S. team score of 134.902 and a sixth-place finish.

“Future Champions is a true international competition with all of the appropriate pomp and pressure that goes with a Nations Cup,” said Williams. “Of course, we want to place as high as we can as a team, but when you look at the point spread you realize that it was a real fight for bronze and easily within our reach.”

On Friday, the athletes demonstrated talented in the individual test.

Weniger and Ebeling placed in the top 15, placing ninth on a score of 67.892 and eleventh on a score of 67.647, respectively. Jones’s horse uncharacteristically got his tongue over the bit early in the ride, and she made the decision to retire.

Sunday brought the Freestyle tests and the conclusion of competition.

Jones was able to ride in the “Kür Kleines Finale” and earned a score of 69.334, finishing third. Then in the “Kür Finale,” Ebeling earned a score of 67.792 to finish eleventh. Weniger earned a score of 70.750, closing out the competition in the sixth position.

Ahead of the CDIO-Y Hagen, Jones and Weniger competed in the FEI CDI-Y Compiègne, from May 19-20, at Les Internationaux de Dressage.

In the individual test, Weniger placed in the top 10 with Don Derrick on a score of 68.971 and Jones placed in the top 15 with Don Philippo on a score of 66.176. Jones and Weniger closed out the competition placing in the top-10 in the individual freestyle.

Weniger earned a score of 68.292 and Jones earned a score of 68.350. Jones and Weniger then competed in the FEI CDI-Y Aachen from May 28-30.

The Dressage European Young Rider Tour is an important part of the dressage pathway, introducing a group of young riders in the U.S. to international competition as individuals and as part of a team.

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Kasey Perry-Glass and Goerklintgaards Dublet during the prize giving ceremony for the FEI Grand Prix at the FEI World Equestrian Games CDI3* Dressage Test Event at the Tryon International Equestrian Center.

U.S. Dressage Determines Shortlist Following Dressage Test Event CDI3* AN INTERNATIONAL CONTINGENT of dressage riders arrived at the Tryon International Equestrian Center for the FEI World Equestrian Games (WEG) Tryon 2018 Dressage Test Event CDI3* from April 19-22. Kasey Perry-Glass and Adrienne Lyle placed first and second, respectively, in the Grand Prix and Grand Prix Special.

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and team leaders an opportunity to become better acquainted with the venue and various facilities on the grounds ahead of the WEG. Dressage is scheduled for the first week of the WEG from September 12-16.

Competition will be held in a brandnew arena, adjacent to the George Morris Arena, which will seat nearly 20,000 spectators. The arena will be completed this summer.

Robert Dover, U.S. Dressage Technical Advisor and The Dutta

Corp. U.S. Dressage Team Chef d’Equipe, elaborated, “The venue is magnificent. It is still in the process of becoming what it will be for the World Equestrian Games, so we have to use some imagination, but driving around and seeing everything, it is going to be, bar none, the finest venue for equestrian sport.”

Following the qualifier in Del Mar, CA, the selectors met to determine a short list of up to eight athlete combinations eligible for the WEG team selection process, who will go on to Europe. The riders selected include Shelly Francis of Loxahatchee, FL, with Patricia Stempel’s 14-year-old Hanoverian gelding, Danilo; Laura Graves of Geneva, FL, with her and Curt Maes’s 16-year-old Dutch Warmblood gelding Verdades; Ashley Holzer of New York, NY, with Diane Fellows’s 11-year-old Hanoverian mare, Havanna 145; Olivia LaGoyWeltz of Haymarket, VA, with her and Mary Anne McPhail’s 14-year-old Danish Warmblood gelding, Lonoir; Adrienne Lyle of Ketchum, ID, with Betsy Juliano’s 11-year-old Hanoverian stallion, Salvino; Kasey Perry-Glass of Wellington, FL, with Diane Perry’s 15-year-old Danish Warmblood gelding, Goerklintgaards Dublet; and Steffen Peters of San Diego, CA, with Four Winds Farm’s 11-year-old Rheinlander mare, Rosamunde, and Four Winds Farm’s 10-year-old KWPN gelding, Suppenkasper.

In regards to preparations for WEG, Dover said, “Not a stone will be left unturned. I am optimistic that by the time we are selecting our team, we will have a top team that will be able to rival [other] top teams.”

Additionally, Lyle and Perry-Glass spoke to what being a part of U.S. dressage has meant to them and their careers. “We have an incredible support staff from all the United States Equestrian Foundation people.

It really helps to have such great backing,” said Lyle. “And, beyond that, we have an incredible camaraderie between us as teammates.

It’s really exciting to see everyone successful. It only elevates your own riding and your own training when you can be around people like that.”

Perry-Glass added, “In team sports, you have to have that camaraderie and be a team player. You can lean on them when you have questions, concerns, and suggestions.”

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BY LISA CENIS

Driving news COACHING AT DEVON Devon Horse Show results report that Misdee Wrigley Miller of Paris, KY, took home the tricolor ribbon for the Four-in-Hand Coaching championship. Miller competed with her Holland and Holland Park Drag coach that was pulled by her team of four bay Dutch Warmbloods.

Miller was able to accumulate the most points throughout multiple days of competition, placing in first in four out of five of the offered classes, to take the championship.

Reserve champion was captured by Paul Martin of New Holland, PA, and his Brewster Park Drag coach.

[ABOVE] Florence “Queen Mom” Clower passed away in early June. [RIGHT] Paul Martin claimed the Four-in-Hand Coaching reserve championship at the Devon Horse Show.

ADOPTED Congratulations to Connecticut Valley Driving Club member Kathie Rindge on the adoption of JD from the Starting Gaits Standardbred Transition Program. The gelding arrived to his new home in Connecticut in late May and will be enjoying his new role as a pleasure riding and driving horse soon.

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CONDOLENCES We are saddened to report the June passing of Florence Clower of Virginia. Affectionately known as “Queen Mom” in the driving community, Clower traveled with her daughter, Gloria Burgess, and Tom Burgess to many shows and pleasure drives. Her smile will be greatly missed.

HELLO AND GOODBYE The Board of Trustees of the

Carriage Museum of America (CMA) announced the appointment of John Stallard as the new director of operations. John will replace the outgoing director of operations, Virginia Goodman, as she retires this year. Among Virginia’s many projects was an inventory of the CMA’s holdings, which will help with research requests for years to come, and she plans to continue to help with special projects at the CMA in the future.

NAPC RELOCATION The American Driving Society Inc. (ADS) has selected a new venue and date for the 2018 North American Preliminary Championships (NAPC). The event will be held on August 24-26, 2018 at the Green Mountain Horse Association (GMHA) facility in South

Woodstock, VT. Currently, GMHA holds the only Combined Driving Event (CDE) in New England. GMHA staff report they eagerly await the positive attention the NAPC will bring to carriage driving in the New England area.

ADS also announced the dates and location of the 2019 ADS Licensed Officials Super Clinic, which will be held July 26-28, 2019 in Parker, CO, at the Holiday Inn Parker.

Lastly, ADS sends congratulations to its first round of Driven Dressage Awards Program medal winners: Gail Aumiller and Riley Wiltison won blue; Daniel Rosenthal, Kim Cameron, Kathleen Schmitt, and Aumiller won bronze; Bill Allen, Allyn Carman, and Cameron won silver; and Hardy Zantke and Jennifer Matheson took gold.

DRIVING DERBY June 23 marked the Maine Driving Club’s first driving derby! Held at Tailwind Farm in Winterport, ME, the day began with a clinic with instructor Sandy Welsh, whose students have gone on to win in driven and ridden dressage and derbies, as well as obstacles in Florida and Maine.

ON COURSE The United States Equestrian Federation (USEF) hosted a beginner-friendly USEF Combined Driving Navigator Course on Saturday, June 16, at the Avondale, PA, property owned by international combined driving athlete Lisa Stroud, whose competition record includes multiple USEF National Combined Driving Pony Championships Team Championships and a team bronze medal at the FEI Pony World Driving Championships. The one-day session began with a classroom course covering the basics and was followed by outdoor practical experience.

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[LEFT] Michelle Hulse driving two white ponies. [RIGHT] Susan Koso gave her presentation at the Turnout Tea Party.

Southern New England Carriage Driving Association Kicks off Driving Season ARTICLE AND PHOTOGRAPHS SUBMITTED BY KELLY PESEK

THE SOUTHERN NEW ENGLAND Carriage Driving Association (SNECDA) offered two fun events this spring to kick off the driving season. We were happy to bring driving friends together after a long winter and to get ready for the show season. In March, SNECDA held its first Turnout Tea Party with Susan Koso at the Weston Golf Club. Attendees came dressed in their favorite turnout attire and brought pictures of horses and carriages. We enjoyed tea and sandwiches while Sue gave her presentation. Her slide show demonstrated the do’s and don’ts of turnout with many examples of various styles. She was both informative and entertaining. Sue was able to answer questions from members and analyze some of the pictures. It was loads of fun to hear her comments and to see each other’s turnout attire and photos. The response was great; we hope to do this again next year.

In April, SNECDA held the annual

Arena Driving Trial (ADT) Fun Day. The popular ADT was held at Phil and Bonnie Jean’s Blackbridge Farm in Southbridge, MA, for the second year.

This ideal setting allowed for plenty of room to have two separate cones courses for very small equines (VSEs) along with horses and ponies. Ginny Halfpenny and Lisa Terrell ran the event with an energetic team of volunteers.

Judge Sue Rogers provided drivers with valuable feedback during the dressage drive-critique-drive segment, and drivers were able to drive the cones course twice. Dot Rourke won the Training Level division with a clean cones course and a total score of 75.112. In the Preliminary Level division, Dot Maggio won again with a clean cones course and a total score of 78.872. The high-point dressage winner was Pat Musser with a score of 51.111. This popular event was sold out this year with several drivers on a waitlist. SNECDA will be making

changes for next year so that more participants may attend. The ADT being such a great instructional event to start the season, not to mention fun, motivates us to make every effort to accommodate more drivers. Stay tuned next year!

SNECDA is excited to announce our new Fall Driving Affair at Celtic Cross Farm in Dudley, MA. In response to requests from our members and past attendees, we are offering a two-day event beginning with the Pleasure Show with novice, open, and junior divisions on Saturday, September 15.

A full horse driving trial, featuring training and preliminary divisions and a 4K marathon will be held on Sunday, September 16. Both days will have horse, pony, and VSE divisions.

Competitors will be able to enter one or both days, and there will be stalls, camping, food, and loads of fun! Visit our website, snecda.org, for more information.

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Saratoga Driving Association Prepares for Super Days of Driving and Driving Trial ARTICLE AND PHOTOGRAPH SUBMITTED BY CAROL FRANK

SUCCESS WITH HORSES IS LIKE anything else important in our lives—we have a plan, work hard, expect disappointments, get over them, question our wits and devotion, and then get at it again.

Having a weekend horse that is perfect for you without having to put the work in during the week isn’t going to happen.

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You don’t have enough time and you have other things to do, I understand, but you aren’t going to have success with your horses if you expect them to just do the right thing when you go out for the occasional drive. That is how I treat my pickup truck that I rarely use, and even that doesn’t like getting ignored—it rusts, gets soft tires, drains the battery, and so on.

Horses are not just vehicles.

So how then do you keep up your enthusiasm? My suggestion is to be around other horse people. Go to shows, even if you don’t compete. Help people getting started, or watch experienced folks and see how they do things. Set some realistic goals for yourself, such as having someone video you working with your horse so you can see how you both go.

Coming up is our Super Days of Driving and Driving Trial on October 6 and 7, with a clinic on October 8 with Dana Bright.

Set it as a goal and get prepared for the event. If you don’t want to compete, then come and help us set up and volunteer at the show. We have done very creative thinking, accommodating the

Carol Frank’s new pony, Lily Dale, being driven

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pleasure crowd one day and combined driving people the next. We have added a Confidence division for people that want outside assistance without being penalized. Judge Dana Bright be doing a clinic on Monday to give feedback to participants on what she saw over the weekend.

If you don’t want to compete, but want to bring your horse to the clinic, that is no problem. The grounds are beautiful, the food is great, and we always get the nicest crowd; we hope to see you there!

The Saratoga Driving Association tries

to be very accommodating. We keep getting new members, but we are not entirely sure what people are seeking. Do you want clinics, classroom instruction, social gatherings, competitions, or fun days? Tell us and we can help you! The point is, don’t get discouraged, but also don’t think you are going to get anywhere without putting in the time and work. The weekend horse does not exist and nothing is going to happen with due diligence. We are there to help. Visit our website, saratogadriving.com, for more info.

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[LEFT] The Gata Rein Ranch team gathered at the Central New York Reining Horse Association Ride and Slide. [ABOVE] Casey Deary, pictured riding Who Dat Hot Chic at the NRHA Derby FEI CRI-3*, has been selected for the U.S. Reining Squad with mount Heavy Duty Chex.

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athlete-and-horse combinations to the U.S. Reining Squad for the FEI World Equestrian Games (WEG) Tryon 2018.

Following the USEF Selection Trial, 10 athlete-and-horse combinations were recommended to the US Equestrian Board of Directors for consideration to be named to the Nominated Entry List. The folcombinations were selected for the U.S. Reining Squad. Casey Deary of Weatherford, TX, will year-old Quarter Horse stallion; Dan Huss from Scottsdale, AZ, will ride Ms Dreamy, an eight-year-old Quarter Horse mare; Jordan Larson of Valley View, TX, will ride ARC GunQuarter Horse stallion; Cade McCutcheon from Aubrey, TX, will ride Custom Made Gun, a stallion; and Tom McCutcheon also from Aubrey, TX, will ride

The Wizster, an eight-year-old Quarter Horse gelding.

Class 2 with a score of 72.5. He

DANCING AT THE DERBY Gata Rein Ranch of Middletown, Orange County, NY, had great success at the Central New York Reining Horse Association Ride and Slide June 8-10 at the New York State Fairgrounds in Syracuse, NY. The three-day show results from the team included Gabrielle Ferraina placing third in the Green Horse Class 1 aboard A Kilo of Whiz along with second in the Rookie Class . in the Green Horse Class 2, Para-Reining, and the $1,000 Green Shootout with a winning mark of 71 aboard Magnum Moonstone. Kristie Dahlen and

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in the Green Horse Class 1, third in the Green Horse Class 2, third in the $1,000 Green Shootout, and second in the Rookie Class 1. Trainer Bill Bowen and Magnum Moon-

the Rookie Class 2.

ABSOLUTE ABBE Congratulations to Colonial Hill Quarter Horses’ own Celeste A Lognick and Absolute Heirloom, known as Abbe, for their show at the Falls Creek Farm Summer Classic in Oneco, CT. The duo, who rides out of the East Hampton, CT, facility, earned Select Amateur AllAround Runner-Up! BRINGING IN BLUES Lily West, Emily Haynes, Gretchen Dowd, Emma Aton, and Reagan Royal of JD Performance Horses in Oswego, NY,

horse show of the year! The

girls made their way to the Harmony Riders Association’s All Pleasure Show in Parish, NY, and all took home at least one blue ribbon!

NEW CHAPTER The Tarumianz Family has a new member, The Batt Machine! Purchased from Zuidema Pleasure Horses, the three-year-old Quarter Horse will be Jeff Temple Show Horses’ in Augusta, SC, newest stablemate.

BIG WIN The Connecticut Classic, held M 3 Powder Brook Farm from Harwinton, CT. The Green Pleasure Stakes Class was won by Powder Brook’s own Theresa Wills and An Absolute Martini, owned by John McNichol and Beth Zagelmeyer McNichol.

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teams from each regional finals were then divided into two semi-finals locations, Harriman, TN, and Findlay, OH, to vie for the chance to compete at IEA Western Finals in Oklahoma City, OK, at the end of June during the National Reining Horse Association Derby. Over 250 riders competed in semi-finals with approximately 150 moving on to Oklahoma.

Senior riders in their final year of IEA were recognized at both semi-finals with special celebratory events that included decorating graduation caps, flower presentations, and sweet treats for everyone. A full list of results of Western Semi-Finals can be found at rideiea.org.

The IEA uses a draw-based format,

Jose Vasquez and Like Shiner rode to the top of the Atlantic Breeder’s Incentive Derby single purse system list after producing a 223-point run in the Level 4 Non-Pro Derby.

Successful Carolina Classic At the Tryon International Equestrian Center

whereby riders do not need to own a horse or tack and all mounts are provided for every rider at every event. Riders are in grades 6-12 and compete in Western Reining and Western Horsemanship. IEA also offers programs in hunt seat flat, over fences, and dressage. With nearly 14,000 members across the United States, riders join barn or school teams to compete as both individual riders and teams. Membership for the 2018-2019 season is currently open until November 1, 2019. For more information on joining or starting a team, contact Jennifer Eaton at jenn@rideiea.org or by calling 877-RIDE-IEA x203.

THE TRYON INTERNATIONAL Equestrian Center (TIEC) hosted the Carolina Classic at TIEC as the first reining competition on property since the inception of the venue, showcasing more than 600 entries to preview the venue and enjoy the expanded schedule.

Competition was held in the newly constructed indoor arena onsite, where the sport will once again be hosted during world-class competition in September for the FEI World Equestrian Games Tryon 2018. Continuing a 27-year legacy of the Carolina Classic Derby, the 28th installment, with an expanded schedule under its new name, included two-part USEF Selection Trials, $15,000 FEI CRI 3* competition, the Carolina Classic Open and Non-Pro Derbies, the Atlantic Breeder’s Incentive Derby, and a double slate of National Reining Horse Association ancillary classes, American Quarter Horse Association classes, and USA Reining classes.

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IN 2017, THE INTERSCHOLASTIC Equestrian Association (IEA) adopted a new structure for their Western Program.

This restructuring included new regional assignments across the nation, as well as a new Western Zone headed up by Zone Administrator Todd Knerr. In addition, the IEA adopted a new format for post-season competition, which included a semifinals format (much like the competition format of the Intercollegiate Horse Shows Association) that allowed more western riders to compete in a finals-like setting.

Using a two-judge system, each semi-final included two days of competition.

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ence saw Jose Vasquez ride Like Shiner to the top of the Atlantic Breeder’s Incentive Derby single purse system list after producing a 223-point run in the Level 4 Non-Pro Derby, also conquering the Prime Time Non-Pro Derby. Five additional winners were honored in their respective levels: Frederick Christen aboard his own Xtra Voodoo Step, scoring 215 in the Master Non-Pro Derby; Mariana Vasquez aboard Wimpy Little Tejano on a score of 221 in the Level 3 Non-Pro Derby; and Alicia Rapp and her own Magnificent Dreamer slid to a score of

Connecticut Renegades Shoot for Border Rights ARTICLE BY ALLISON FORSYTH; PHOTO BY JEANNE LEWIS IMAGES

THE CONNECTICUT (CT) Regenades held their annual “Border Wars” competition with the Northeast Six Shooters on Saturday, May 26, and Sunday, May 27 of Memorial Day weekend. Riders from Connecticut, New York, and Vermont make up the CT Renegades while riders from Massachusetts, New Hampshire, and Pennsylvania make up the Northeast Six Shooters.

The top five winners of Saturday’s event were Cara Penley of New Hampshire, Stephen Armato of Massachusetts, Craig McCoskery of Massachusetts, Sabrina Fecteau of Connecticut, and Allison Forsyth of Connecticut. Although the top 10 included three more Connecticut riders, it wasn’t quite enough to take the

215.5 in the Level 2 Limited Non-Pro Derby and the Level 1 Non-Pro Derby.

The Carolina Classic Open Derby on the following day saw Peter DeFreitas guide Double Run Farm’s Sweet Daisy Surprise to victory in the Level 4 competition on a score of 218, while the Level 3 top horse-and-rider pair was Jeremy Gates and Ingrid Rund’s Watchitgalsgottagun on a score of 217.

The pair also rode to the top of the $12,000 Atlantic Breeder’s Incentive Derby, finishing with top honors on the single purse system list.

The Carolina Classic Open Derby Level 2 and Level 1 podiums featured an all-American, three-way tie for first on a score of 216.5: Dany Pelletier aboard

Parker Minchin’s Conquered This Town, Tricia Tillman aboard Kimberly Tillman’s Boomin in Lace, and Nathan Morton aboard Misty Yelton’s ARC Shesa Walla.

Yelton, whose horse ended up in third place on the single purse system after a win in the Level 2 Open Derby, enjoyed a win for the second year in a row. “It’s surreal. For one horse to have won it last year and to turn around and have a different horse win it this year is unbelievable. With the same rider, same owner, and two different horses, [that] doesn’t happen very often. Two years before, we actually tied to win and then lost it in a runoff, so technically we could have won three years in a row! So it’s been unreal.”

Border Wars points lead. By the end of day one, the CT Renegades were trailing the New England Six Shooters by 29 points (seconds).

The top five winners of Sunday’s event were Steve Armato of Massachusetts, Tom Beckman of Connecticut, Craig McCoskery Massachusetts, Kayla Davis of Connecticut, and Coltin Omasta of Massachusetts. The CT Renegades had a better overall finish on Sunday with less than two seconds between the clubs, but sadly, they lost the battle to the Northeast Six Shooters for the second year in a row.

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[ABOVE] Trainer and rider Danielle Barrasso celebrates another victory aboard Dagger L.S.F. [RIGHT] The Friesian gelding, owned by Pam Groom, is affectionately known as Harry.

International Friesian Show Horse Association Celebrates Member’s Show Victories ARTICLE SUBMITTED BY MALA TYLER; PHOTOGRAPHY BY BRYAN NIGRO PHOTOGRAPHY

INTERNATIONAL FRIESIAN SHOW Horse Association (IFSHA) member, Pam Groom’s nine-year-old Friesian gelding, Dagger L.S.F., enjoyed a successful start to the 2018 show season. He earned the champion ribbon in Friesian Geldings In-Hand and Dressage Suitability at the IFSHA Region 2 Championship Show held in May in Syracuse, NY. Affectionately known as “Harry,” the handsome gelding also received reserve champion in English Show Hack, Hunt Seat, and Country Pleasure.

Coming off their success in New York, Harry, Pam, and trainer Danielle Barrasso headed for the Connecticut Open Morgan Horse Show in West Springfield, MA, where he continued his winning streak with a blue in Friesian In-Hand and Friesian Costume, second place in Friesian Open Pleasure and English Show Hack, and reserve champion in English Show Hack Championship.

Pam rode horses as a child but like many others, left her passion to go to college and eventually raise a family.

As an adult, she fell in love with the Friesian breed and found her “heart horse” in a 13-year-old mare named Zephra. Pam and Zephra enjoyed many firsts together, but when the beautiful mare passed away from colic, Pam was broken-hearted and didn’t think she would own another horse again. Then Pam found Harry and purchased the gelding in 2015 after seeing several pictures and videos of him. “But the one that sealed it was a video of him playing with an orange traffic cone,” Pam recalls. “He has a goofy personality and is a quite a character.”

Harry began his show career only two years ago. In 2017, under trainer Danielle Barrasso of DD Performance Horses in Feeding Hills, MA, Harry went to the Friesian Horse Show Association North America Keuring in

Hadley, MA, where he scored a 75% on his IBOP, earning him a reserve champion ribbon. He was also presented in-hand to become Champion of the Day. “This pair makes magic together,” says Pam in regards to Harry and his trainer. “Danielle has brought out the best in Harry, and he’s truly blossomed thanks to her time and dedication. He enjoys showing off; I think his favorite classes are In-Hand and English Show Hack.” Harry has now started training in dressage to add to his impressive repertoire.

“I have not seen a horse quite like Harry,” says Danielle. “I found what he loves (besides scratches and treats) is to show and be out in front of a crowd—something we both have in common. It has been my pleasure to be able to work with such a magnificent horse.”

Pam plans to continue to show Harry and enjoy her gelding’s gregarious personality. “As for future plans,” says Pam, “we are just enjoying the ride and wherever it takes us!” We look forward to enjoying the ride with this incredible team and wish them the best of luck in all their future adventures.

As always, IFSHA celebrates all our members and invites them to submit their news to ifshanews@gmail.com.

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[ABOVE] Donna Moll and Showman had a very successful day in a variety of events. [RIGHT] Jayden Bradley rides Smoke-N to the Youth High-Point Award of the day.

Yankee Walkers: Gaited Horses of New England Sponsor Gaited Horse Show at Mountain Lane Stables ARTICLE SUBMITTED BY LOREN STEVENS; PHOTOGRAPHY BY CURTIS SARGENT

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Bates, gaited trainer, gaited clinician, and experienced gaited judge.

Nya has 40 years of experience in the industry of gaited horses and owns Owyhee Moon Ranch, home to Bates’ gaited horses, with her husband. She was also named Trainer of the Year in 2010 by Friends of Sound Horses. Nya presented a gaited clinic prior to the show to help less experienced horse and rider teams prepare for their big day on the rails. For the Yankee Walkers Gaited Show, Nya served as one of two judges for the day, judging the extensive multi-breed rail classes for Tennessee Walking Horses, Missouri Fox Trotting Horses, and Mountain Horse breeds. The second judge, Heather White, gaited trainer and owner of Mountain Lane Stables, hosted the event and judged the trail obstacle classes.

The morning classes included halter events, equitation, and pleasure classes for Tennessee Walking Horses, Missouri Fox Trotting Horses,

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ON JUNE 16, YANKEE WALKERS: Gaited Horses of New England sponsored a Gaited Horse Show at Mountain Lane Stables in Temple, NH, with the support of a grant from the Humane Society of the United States (HSUS). This grant is specifically focused to highlight the talent and hard work of flat shod Tennessee Walking Horses and their riders. The HSUS created this grant with the marketing goal of empowering and energizing flat shod owners to get out on the rails and trails to demonstrate the versatility of this great breed and to refocus the media attention from the performance horses to promote the work of natural Walking Horses and their dedicated riders.

Yankee Walkers deeply appreciate the support of the HSUS and their backing for this wonderful gaited show.

In addition to the help of HSUS, Yankee Walkers was blessed with the guidance and experience of Nya

Mountain Horses, and open classes.

After lunch, the focus switched to fun classes, including the water glass event, a Simon Says class, team ribbon riding, a professional/ amateur team challenge, and many more. Additionally, the two judges had five golden tickets to give out during the day to the most inspiring horse and rider teams. Those golden tickets went to Sandy Rogers riding Archie Bunker, Anthea Curtis riding D.J., Jayden Bradley riding Smoke-N, Heather White riding Allie, and Jen Stowe riding Chai. The All-Around High-Point winner of the day was Sandy Rogers riding Archie Bunker, who proved magnificent on the rails and through the trail obstacles.

Congratulations to a great team and a fantastic day of flat shod horses and their enthusiastic riders!

Special thanks go to both Nya and Heather for their expertise in making this event educational and fun; to Heather for the wonderful lunch; to our gatekeeper, Kelly Regan; to our ringmaster, Julie Dillion; and to yours truly, Loren Stevens, as the announcer.

Mark your calendars for June 2019 when Nya Bates will be back to judge the second annual Yankee Walkers Gaited Horse Show, Fun Show, and Trail Obstacle Event!

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Northeast Friesian Horse Club Anticipates Midnight Summer Classic SUBMITTED BY DIANNE DAKOWICZ

THE NORTHEAST FRIESIAN HORSE Club (NEFHC) is pleased to be offering a second show to our equine friends in New England. This show is rated with the International Friesian Show Horse Association (IFSHA) and the United States Equestrian Federation (USEF) for the Friesian divisions but also has many open classes and divisions for Saddlebred, Morgan, and Gypsy horses, too! The non-Friesian classes do not require enrollment in IFSHA or USEF. Our show, the NEFHC Midnight Summer Classic, will be held at Eastern States Exposition in West Springfield, MA, on August 24-27, 2018.

Friesian exhibitors take note: this show will count as your qualifier to attend the world championships in Ohio this October, and our center ring judge, Jennifer Sullivan, is one of the three judges at the world championships. We hope you will join us; you can find the full class list on our website.

In other news, we wish to congratulate all of our members on their new little ones being born or purchased this year. Joe and Bonnie Carson welcomed Stoney Carson to the family.

This handsome fella is the younger brother to their other NEFHC Year-End Champion gelding, “Fuller” or Full Throttle H.S. Geertje was welcomed to Middlebrook Farm and the de Boer family. Annemarie de Boer reports

[LEFT] Welcome to the world, Geertje. [RIGHT] Joe and Bonnie recently welcomed Stoney Carson to the family.

this amazing filly is doing well! We would also like to welcome Gabrielle of Sea Chanty Friesians. This filly has incredible papers and a stunning lineage—cheers to breeder Susan Porter on yet another home run for her breeding program! Lastly, congratula-

tions to Daniel Dali Haber of Mountain View Training Center on his new filly!

Check out nefhc.com for more information on our shows, clinics, and other events, as well as amazing member pictures and membership opportunities!

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Rhode Island Arabian Horse Association Summarizes the Spring Show Season SUBMITTED BY CINDY DOWNS

SPRING FINALLY CAME AND THE weather was luscious, offering beautiful days for trail riding, lessons, riding at home, and of course, horse shows. There is no better way to record all of your non-competition rides than with Rhode Island Arabian

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Springtime brought us the thrill of two A-rated competitions held in Springfield, MA, every year. RIAHA would like to share the celebration of our members

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Congratulations to members, including Ava Lemire on her inaugural A-rated competition with the beautiful gelding Khaarma, Anna Perry and A-O Storm Chaser on their rise to Adult Amateur, Mindy Comeau and Sir Cyclone O Fire, Chelsea Littlefield and her own Magicaul Seekret GOA, and Rebecca Murphy and RAE Light My Fire, who in addition to competing in Springfield, also continued success toward their goal of a United States Dressage Foundation (USDF) Bronze Medal at Mystic Valley Hunt Club’s rated dressage show. Congratulations to all of our competitors!

August brings RIAHA’s fifth annual dressage clinic with USDF Bronze and Silver Medalist Renee Surprenant, to be held at PondView Equestrian Center in Pascoag, RI. This is always a very well received event and with Renee’s knowledge and kind approach, is a true

gem in our yearly lineup! Come and audit to join the fun. Additional information can be found on our website or on Facebook.

[LEFT] Anna Perry and A-O Storm Chaser. [RIGHT] Rebecca Murphy and RAE Light My Fire at the Mystic Valley Hunt Club’s rated dressage show.

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146 Supply .........................................................................2

Kent Nutrition Group: Blue Seal .............................17

AB Cole Real Estate, Inc...........................................104

Lock, Stock & Barrel .....................................................29

Abacus Sports Installations, Ltd .............................40

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Absorbine/WF Young Inc ...........................................53

Lucerne Farms ..................................................................9

Ag Liner Inc ......................................................................31

MD Barnmaster ................................................................4

Apple Knoll Farm...........................................................82

Mid Atlantic Triply Ceilings .......................................33

Avalon Farm.....................................................................10

MSPCA At Nevins Farm ...............................................63

Back On Track ..................................................54, 61, 88

National Reining Horse Association .....................51

Barn Pros Inc ...................................................................39 Big Bale Buddy...............................................................74 Blue Seal Dealers...........................................................71 Bridgewater Supply .....................................................91 Buckeye Nutrition ...........................................................5 BugPellent........................................................................29 Cargill Animal Nutrition..............................................13 The Carriage Barn .........................................................59 The Carriage Shed.........................................................41 Center Hill Barns............................................................54 Cheshire Horse ...............................................................45 Classic Equine Equipment.........................................27 ClearSpan Fabric Structures .....................................21 Eastern States Exposition .........................................67 EKO Group.....................................................................100 Elizabeth Erfman...........................................................64 Equine Affaire .........................................................18, 19 EQyss Grooming Products .......Inside Front Cover

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EVENT LISTINGS

AUGUST 01 | AKF JUMPER SERIES-#7, Apple Knoll Farm, Millis, MA. CONTACT: appleknoll.com.

05 | BSTRA LAKE DENNISON RIDE, Royalston, MA. CONTACT: Becky, 508-476-3960, bstra@charter.net, bstra.org.

08 | AKF JUMPER SERIES-#8, Apple Knoll Farm, Millis, MA. CONTACT: appleknoll.com.

10-11 | HORSE POWER FARM CROSSCOUNTRY DERBY, Canterbury CT. CONTACT: Ann Bowie, 860-334-1772, bowiea@sbcglobal. net, horsepowerfarm.info.

11 | NEW ENGLAND MINI HORSE SHOW, Apple Knoll Farm, Millis, MA. CONTACT: appleknoll.com.

11-12 | NEW ENGLAND PINTO HORSE ASSOCIATION & ALL BREED SHOW FALLS CREEK FARM, Oneco, CT. CONTACT: neentries@gmail.com, kimsequine@snet.net, nepinto.com.

12 | CRDA DRESSAGE SHOW, Apple Knoll Farm, Millis, MA. CONTACT: appleknoll.com.

15 | AKF JUMPER SERIES-#9, Apple Knoll Farm, Millis, MA. CONTACT: appleknoll.com.

17-19 | TSHA OPEN SHOW, Falls Creek Farm, Oneco, CT. CONTACT: 860-564-4700, info@tristatehorsemen.com.

19 | AREA 1 SCHOOLING HORSE TRIALS CHAMPIONSHIP, Apple Knoll Farm, Millis, MA. CONTACT: appleknoll.com.

26 | BSTRA NORTHFIELD RIDE, Northfield Mountain, Erving, MA. CONTACT: Rose, 401462-4805, rzariczny@verizon.net, bstra.org.

SEPTEMBER 01-03 | BSTRA LABOR DAY CAMPOUT, Carver, MA. CONTACT: Rose, 401-462-4805, rzariczny@verizon.net, bstra.org.

03 | CTRA ANNUAL AWARDS BANQUET, Monticello Banquet Facility, Meriden, CT. CONTACT: Pat Gogolya, 860-485-9092.

05 | AKF JUMPER SERIES-#12, Apple Knoll Farm, Millis, MA. CONTACT: appleknoll.com.

06-09 | FALLS CREEK FARM CQHA SHOW, Oneco, CT. CONTACT: Marge Tanner, 603-7463813, margetanner@aol.com, fallscreekfarm. com/list.events.

07 | IFSHA REGION ONE CHAMPIONSHIP, Three County Fairgrounds, Northampton, MA. CONTACT: Danielle Barrasso, 413-433-1616, nefriesians@gmail.com, nefriesians.org.

09 | MASS HORSEMEN’S COUNCIL CLASSIC HORSE SHOW, Briggs Stable, Hanover, MA. CONTACT: mahorsecouncil.com.

09 | NHDEA FALL DRESSAGE SHOW, University of New Hampshire, Durham, NH. CONTACT: stefanierossetti@gmail.com, nhdea. org.

12 | AKF JUMPER SERIES-#13 LAST SHOW & AWARDS, Apple Knoll Farm, Millis, MA. CONTACT: appleknoll.com.

MA. CONTACT: info@saratogadriving.com, saratogadriving.com.

15-16 | NEW ENGLAND PINTO HORSE ASSOCIATION & ALL BREED SHOW FALLS CREEK FARM, Oneco, CT. CONTACT: neentries@gmail.com, kimsequine@snet.net, nepinto.com.

16 | CTRA BLUFF POINT RIDE, Groton, CT. CONTACT: Ruther Strontzer, 860-502-5623.

16 | BSTRA FALL HUNTER PACE, Douglas, MA. CONTACT: Sharon, 413-668-7606, hiddenhollowacres@comcast.net, bstra.org.

22 | MYOPIA HUNT OPEN MEET, Myopia Schooling Field, Hamilton, MA. CONTACT: myopiahunt.org.

23 | BSTRA FALL BENEFIT RIDE, Scituate, RI. CONTACT: Lynn, 508-476-7094, lynnparesky@aol.com, bstra.org.

23 | CTRA LOWER SALMON RIVER RIDE, East Hampton, CT. CONTACT: Peggy Robinson, 860-309-0673; Stacey Dionne, 860-601-2624.

27-30 | EASTERN STATES EXPO DRAFT HORSE SHOW, West Springfield, MA. CONTACT: thebige.com/horseshow.

28-30 | CTRA ANNUAL BOARDMAN MEMORIAL RIDE, Goshen, CT. CONTACT: Peggy Robinson, 860-309-0673.

19 | BSTRA JOINT RIDE, Reddington Rock Riding Club, Stafford Springs, CT. CONTACT: Heather, 413-218-2427, newhouse44@charter. net, bstra.org.

12-15 | EASTERN STATES EXPO HUNTER SHOW, ZONE 1 HOTY FINALS, West Springfield, MA. CONTACT: thebige.com/horseshow.

28 | MYOPIA HUNT JUNIOR OPENING MEET, Myopia Schooling Field, Hamilton, MA. CONTACT: myopiahunt.org.

22 | AKF JUMPER SERIES-#10, Apple Knoll Farm, Millis, MA. CONTACT: appleknoll.com.

15 | SDA DRIVING CLINIC WITH JOHN GREENALL , Green Meads Farm, Richmond,

30 | CRDA DRESSAGE SHOW, Apple Knoll Farm, Millis, MA. CONTACT: appleknoll.com.

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