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Your Boundaries A look at one of the latest trends, yoga on horseback.
features 34 Preparing for a Nor’easter How to form a plan if an emergency strikes. BY PAMELA MANSFIELD
38 Parting Ways See what’s next for the American Driving Society now that they are unaffiliated with the United States Equestrian Federation. BY KRISTIN PITZER
BY CHRISTINA KEIM
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They say variety is the spice of life, right? This month is all about change, from adjusting to the new season to moving down south before the cold weather hits. We supply you with three features this month, starting straight from the horse’s mouth about one of the newest changes to hit the driving world, the American Driving Society’s (ADS) affiliation split with the United States Equestrian Federation. Kristin Pitzer dug into the topic and spoke directly with the ADS President along with an affiliate representative on page 38. Welcoming change can be easier said than done, especially when it comes to the weather in New England. We tend to prepare for snow, but what happens when something different and possibly worse arrives—such as a Nor’easter? Before things get too hairy, Pamela Mansfield found some great tactics to use when disaster strikes. See her whole emergency plan on page 34. There is a new trend in the industry that is changing the way both yogis and equestrians look at horses—seeing them as yoga partners! Yoga instructors and equestrians alike have spiked an interest in implementing horses in both mounted and unmounted yoga practices. Christina Keim found out more about the developing hobby on page 30. Have a safe and Happy Halloween!
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Meadowbrook Gypsies BY PAMELA MANSFIELD; PHOTOGRAPHY BY MARK J. BARRETT
Meadowbrook Sir Prize will be working on his driving this fall and winter with hopes to have him offer sleigh rides to the public.
TASHA LANDMAN FELL IN LOVE WITH the Gypsy breed the very first time she saw a stallion at Equine Affaire nearly 20 years ago. She knew right then and there that she had to have such a horse for herself. Her dream materialized into a lifestyle and a passion when she purchased her first mare, Meadowbrook Misty, and a six-month old filly. She launched Meadowbrook Gypsies in Townshend, VT, and became an ambassador for the breed that she believes captures the imagination of all who see them. Landman exhibits some of her horses each year at Equine Affaire where it all began and enjoys showing them in parades. “They are stunning to look at, they draw your eye because they’re very flashy and all that hair makes them that much more mystical. They’re kind of out of a fairytale,” she says. Their personality is what seals the deal if you aren’t already swept away by their compact beauty. “With some breeds if you reach for them, they 18
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pull away and don’t even want to socialize with you. This breed is just very personable and though each individual horse is different, they seem to draw you in.” The two of the criteria that guide the breeding program at Meadowbrook Gypsies are remaining true to the origins of the Gypsy horse and being aware of what buyers are looking for when they’ve got their hearts already set on the breed, whether it’s height or color. The colors that result from Landman’s program range from the stunningly beautiful Meadowbrook’s Maximum Moonstone with his pearly grey coat to the classic black and white originals, to chestnuts, bays, and buckskins. Her smallest stallion is just 12.1 hands, while her largest is 15.1 hands. Landman decided after hearing from buyers who were looking for taller horses, “If we’re going to do this right, we need to be providing more options
for people. So, I purchased a Clydesdale mare this spring. She’s 12 years old and once she’s well trained, we’ll consider breeding her next year,” Landman shares. “I also bought a Shire filly from Denmark. She’s only a year old now, so after she matures and is trained, we’ll be able to start breeding on the Gypsy Drum side for those people who want larger horses.” The Clydesdale and Shire breeds exhibit similar temperament to the Gypsy breed while adding height, she shares. There is some confusion about the names given to the breed—are they Gypsy Vanners, Gypsy Cobs, Gypsy Drums, or just Gypsy horses? “I’m fine with what people want to call them, they are all the same breed,” she explains, saying that the major difference is in height of the horse. Gypsy Drums, for example, are the tallest. Landman currently has 26 horses at Meadowbrook Gypsies. “We had two babies this year, one was sold the first week he was born (of course he
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will stay at the farm until weaned). They are raised as lovingly as family horses in the green hills of southern Vermont, just 20 minutes north of Brattleboro. Foals have hands on them and are interacting with people from their first day,” she shares. The horses spend most of their time outdoors in good weather and have run-in stalls. Each horse is unique in their role at the farm—but many are ridden and driven by Landman and her staff. Additionally, Landman has horses trained to provide a romantic drive for any bride and groom who want to add the charm of horse and carriage to their wedding. Horses that are sold go on to become excellent representatives of the breed In a variety of disciplines. “Most of my customers are riding and showing. I’ve only sold to one in Texas to add to a breeding program there,” states Landman. Some of her horses have the famous stallions such as Lion King and The Rocking Horse in their lineage. The stallions at Meadowbrook Gypsies include Maestro of Brackenhills, a 2007 glistening black with white trim who rides and drives; SD Moonraker, a gorgeous black and white proper Cob at 12.2 hands; and Duke of Running Winds, who was sired by The Rocking Horse. A now gelded but a representative of her farm, Meadowbrook Sir Prize is a dapper looking bay and white gentleman who pulls the carriages for weddings and is out of her foundation
mare, Meadowbrook Misty. He may soon be giving sleigh rides! Landman’s mares include Meadowbrook Misty, her first mare who has now had six foals, three of which Landman kept; Meadowbrook Coates Senorita, a sweet mare who produced a foal by Moonraker and debuted in the show ring this year; Red Dina, a chestnut mare who represents the breed in parades and in western saddle, and recently produced a palomino colt; the badgerfaced mare, Denali; Carriage Creek Daragon, a gorgeous bay in foal;
Sterlings Midnight Keira of London in foal; SD Sapphire, a dappled grey; SD Angel Eyes, pristine black and white and in foal; and the up-and-coming stunning, sooty buckskin filly named Gitt N Déjà Vu. The offspring Landman has sold include MBG Keira’s Cadence of Maestro, who is black with four black feet, and the stunning buckskin Lakeridge Shandy Blackfeathers. She is offering the stunning pearly grey yearling colt, Meadowbrook’s Maximus Moonstone, for sale for a future breeding program.
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MEDIA REVIEW
THE RIDERS BALANCE By Sylvia Loch 144 pages, hardcover, Trafalgar Square Books; 2018, $34.95
Dressage rider and instructor Sylvia Loch reveals what she believes are the best ways to communicate with your horse in her book, The Riders Balance. Though the fundamentals are taught in the earliest years of training, Loch feels that most equestrians do not understand fully how their body weight affects their mount. Loch uses “weight aids” to help her students better understand every shift in their balance therefore shifts their horses’ balance. Not only can these practices improve your balance and that of your horse, they can expand the lines of communication. BOTTOM LINE: Novice riders who feel their riding isn’t at its best should flip through this book for some easy pointers and descriptive images. 22
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AVOIDING ACORNS Oak trees are common on properties where horses graze. Acorns are produced by oak trees in autumn, and both acorns and leaves fall at that time of year. Acorns are not, however, as harmless as horse owners might believe. Acorn poisoning is frequently reported in sheep and cattle, and is being diagnosed more often in horses. Tannins in acorns and leaves bind to proteins in the lining of the horse’s digestive tract and the micro ora of the gut causing damage to cells, while toxic metabolites trigger kidney and liver damage. Interestingly, proteins in the saliva of pigs bind
to the tannins, thus neutralizing the toxic effect. Horses with acorn poisoning can present acute colic and hemorrhagic diarrhea. Some become very ill and die or are euthanized, but others can be saved with intensive medical treatment. The disease is only seen in a small proportion of horses and ponies exposed to acorns. Scientists and veterinarians do not know how many acorns a horse must eat to be poisoned, but it would be wise to limit access to acorns in autumn. If that is not possible, provide plenty of alternate, appealing feed sources.
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WELFARE REPORT With feeble laws in act, concern has been growing in regards to the welfare of carriage-pulling horses in terms of breeds used, the occurrence of lameness, poor body condition, the effects of heat, and environmental stressors. Hartpury University conducted a study to identify the Bahamian public perception of welfare of carriage horses used for tourism in The Bahamas.
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The perception of welfare of these carriage horses was viewed negatively by the population; when rating the welfare of carriage horses using a Likert scale (1 = low welfare; 5 = high welfare) 83% scored 1 with none scoring above 3.
When asked if participants felt that the use of carriage horses for tourism should continue, all participants chose no (79%) or not sure (21%).
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All American Quarter Horse Congress BY KELLEY ROCHE
» 2019 WILL MARK the 52nd year of the All American Quarter Horse Congress.
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Today, the show attracts 650,000 people, gathers 25,000 horse show entries, generates $409 million in the central Ohio economy, and claims three weeks for competition.
» The largest Collegiate and Youth Judging contest is held at the Con-
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New to 2019 is the Congress Super Sale 2 Year Old Open Hunter Under Saddle Stakes, the Congress Cutting Champions Challenge, the 4 and 5 Year Old Open Ranch Riding Stakes, and Super Sires classes have been added to the following; 2 Year Old Maiden Open Western Pleasure Futurity, 4 and 5 Year Old Non Pro Trail Stakes, and the Non Pro Hunter Yearling Longe Line Stakes.
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Admission is free for the Congress Horse Show, trade show, lectures, and demonstrations. Paid ticketed events include the Congress Cutting Event, Congress PBR, Congress Freestyle Reining, and the Congress Masters.
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The Ohio Quarter Horse Association held the first annual All American Quarter Horse Congress on November 3-5, 1967 at the Ohio State Fairgrounds in Columbus, OH. Over 5,000 equestrians attended the first Congress and the event was a hit, gathering $15,000 over the three-day show. Every show since has been held at the fairgrounds.
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bits & pieces INSTRUCTOR’S NOTEBOOK First in a three-part training series
Conditioning Your Horse’s Response to Pressure
THE GO FORWARD CUE IS ONE OF THE most fundamental tools when it comes to communicating with your horse. A horse that understands the Go Forward Cue will reliably and promptly respond to their handler’s request to move forward, even if the animal is feeling unsure about the circumstances. For many horses, their response to a Go Forward Cue leaves something to be desired. “Horses, by nature, are forward movers,” sa s at aters, a ohn ons ertified rainer based at Catamount Ridge Farm in Perkinsville, VT. “They are designed to move and they survive by moving forward. Often, when we work with horses they move forward because it is the natural thing for them to do, not necessarily something we have taught them to do when we ask.” To see if your horse has a Go Forward Cue, stand at your horse’s left shoulder with your horse wearing a halter and lead. Hold the lead rope close to the halter in your left hand, about 6-10" from the horse’s face, palm facing down. Next, hold a dressage whip and the extra lead rope in the right hand, palm up. Face your chest towards the horse and then position yourself opposite their withers. Keep the left arm open towards the horse’s nose and right arm/whip towards their hip. The horse and handler form a triangle, with the handler at the point, their arms forming 28
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says Waters. “As soon as that spot moves forward, stop tapping and tell him he’s good. If he keeps moving, ask him to halt, and repeat the process. Repeat until he steps forward every time you start tapping.” Initially, expect only one step forward for each request. Once this response is reliable, start expecting more steps. Train the cue fully on one side before starting on The Go Forward Cue requires the the other. The goal is to horse and handler to form a triteach the horse that they angle, with the handler at the point, are to continue moving their arms forming the branches, and the horse making the base. forward until the handler asks them to do something else. “If he stops before you have gotten your the branches, and the horse making the base. desired number of steps, allow him to stop Tap the horse just below the hipbone with rie efore ou start ta in to ask him to the dressage whip, without pulling on the go forward again,” says Waters. “This small lead. Does your horse move forward? “If yes, detail is important for maintaining the integask him to stop and try it again,” says Waters. rity and power of your Go Forward Cue—if “Repeat this pattern at least 10 times. If he you try to catch him before he stops, he will moves forward every time, your horse has a quickly learn that unless you are tapping you good Go Forward Cue.” don’t want him to move forward.” If your horse moved forward sometimes, One important note—when we apply ut not ever time, he ma need some clarifipressure to a horse or introduce something cation on Go Forward. But if your horse failed new, their behavior can be unpredictable. To to move at all—he likely does not understand stay safe, keep yourself clear of the horse’s the aid. In order to help him fully understand, legs and mouth while introducing this new put your horse in his halter and simple lead response. “As we apply any pressure to a rope, or a bridle with a lead snapped on the bit if your horse tends to be pushy. Do not use horse, he has six choices: forward, back, left, right, up, and down, with varying degrees in a chain—use the bridle instead. Have your between,” says Waters. “Many of the behavdressage whip ready, and position your body iors we see as ‘bad’ are totally normal in your as you did for the test above. horse’s mind and therefore could show up “Draw an imaginary line through your horse’s withers to the ground,” says Waters. “If any time we apply pressure.” It is important that the handler be you step ahead of this line, you are blocking consistent about when and how they apply your horse’s forward motion. If you stand pressure through tapping—as well as when angled slightly behind this line, with your they stop. “Whatever movement the horse body position alone, you are driving your is doing when you stop tapping is the one horse forward. This is how you should be he will assume you are looking for,” says positioned for this training.” Waters. “As in, if you stop tapping while your Focus on a quarter sized spot just below horse is rearing, he will think, ‘oh, that’s what your horse’s hipbone. “Tap that spot with she wants when she taps me with the whip.’ the dressa e whi , entl ut firml and Timing is vital.” consistently, until that spot moves forward,”
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Equestrian yoga is all about improving your mind-body connection BY CHRISTINA KEIM When it comes to cross-training for the equestrian, few athletic endeavors are as useful as yoga. Much like riding, yoga is a practice that blends physical challenge with mental focus. “Yoga integrates breathing with movement and horseback riding integrates breathing with the moving of the horse,” says Danny Chapparo of Ashva Yoga in Castle Rock, CO. “Both are about self-discovery and growth. Equestrian yoga helps to find a connection between the rider and the horse.” So it should come as no surprise that an increasing number of teachers have been combining the two worlds, creating a unique fusion that may be called anything from “yoga on horseback” to “equestrian yoga.” With no overarching organization currently coordinating this emerging trend, the forms of instruction and practice available are as diverse as the teachers that offer it.
The Benefits of Equestrian Yoga he physical enefits of e uestrian yoga include better body awareness and increased strength and e i ility ut it also helps to train mental awareness improving the yogi’s ability to stay present, quiet the mind, and maintain a steady breath. A typical session includes a series of stretches, balance challenges and other e ercises which develop areas of the body that need to be both supple and strong in riding, such as hips, shoulders, core, and lower ac ompleting e ercises on oth sides of the body can help make riders more aware of their own asymmetry—and having the horse as a partner shows how such asymmetry can negatively affect him.“Horses compensate for our imbalances,” says Danny. “They develop in areas where we are weak.” While their instructional approaches are diverse, what most equestrian yoga teachers agree on is that the horse is an active participant in the e peri ence, not a mere prop for the rider. The yogi may be mounted or unmounted, but always maintains a physical connection to the horse. Sometimes the horse’s movement improves the yogi’s stretch, and often the horse’s reaction provides a mirror for the yogi’s physical or emotional state. “It’s really about your partnership with the horse,” says Angela Nuñez, who teaches equestrian yoga at the High Meadow Manor Farm in Flint Hill, VA. “It is enjoyable for the horse too—it is like a massage for them.” Teachers highlight the horse’s sensitive nature as being one of the most powerful tools in the practice. Riders practicing yoga with their horses must learn to
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A Sample Class What is included in a session of equestrian yoga will vary, depending on the level of equestrian and yoga experience of the students, as well as the background and philosophy of the teacher. Angela, for example, always starts a session with her riders already mounted on a bareback pad and nearly the entire practice is performed at the halt. “I start with breath work,” says Angela. “It helps people to relax and activates the parasympathetic nervous system. People are almost always nervous at first nce people start reathing the relaxation in the horse improves.” From there, Angela will cue the riders to integrate movements of the upper body with their breath. Arm circles or seated twists cause the riders to shift their weight; through the bareback pad, these movements can give the horse a mini massage. Danny prefers to start her sessions with the rider on the ground,
with one hand often times in contact with the horse. “We will do side bend and lateral stretches and practice using the breath,” says Danny Also lots of hip e or stretches e will do the same poses later in the saddle and focus on how it feels different.” ne of Danny’s favorite e ercises for e uestrians is the figure four, a hip opener, because they can teach the horse to do the same stretch for their own bodies too. “If people are comfortable, I help them take one hind leg and cross the other,” explains Danny. “If you look at their pelvis, you will be able to see their hips releasing, sometimes highlighting the horse’s own imbalance. The horses really enjoy it, and it deepens connection.” “Tree” is a common yoga pose that challenges physical balance and mental focus. Danny uses this pose, unmounted, to also help improve the connection between horse and rider. “As you do tree pose, you use the horse to help balance,” says Danny. “Close your eyes, draw the energy up from the ground, through the heart space, and through to the horse. It helps to remind them that ‘we are partners.’” Angela focuses mostly on seated poses, all of which challenge a yogi’s core strength and e i ility or those with more e peri ence, she may teach advanced poses, which could include going onto the hands or knees or even standing on the horse. She says that such poses are not ust safe for the horse ut eneficial not ing that many horses seem to open their own hips in response to the gentle pressure of the rider’s feet. “I checked with my horse’s chiropractor, massage therapist, and vet before even getting started and asked if this was harmful to the horse,” Angela says. “They all said no. For hand balances or standing poses, the rider’s feet must be on the sides of the horse’s hips. You do not want to be on the spine or the loins.” In Danny’s practice, much work is accomplished at the halt but movements at the walk, trot, and even canter can be incorporated, depending on experience level. Her students may be bareback, sitting on a bareback pad, or in a saddle, whatever they are most comfortable with. All mounted poses are done seated, which helps to open the hips, lower the center of gravity, and improve awareness of the seat bones. She is not a fan of any poses that require standing on the horse. “I emphasize very
What is included in a session of equestrian yoga will vary, depending on the level of equestrian and yoga experience of the students, as well as the background and philosophy of the teacher.
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slow down their breath and movement, considering the response of their partner o this end most teachers find that the enefits of equestrian yoga are best realized when the practice is done between a horse and their owner, rather than a lesson horse. he enefits of practicing with your own horse is that you can deepen the trust and connection with each other,” says Danny. “Practicing poses seated on the horse keep our pelvis stationary, while we allow our spine to twist. On a mat, you can cheat a little, moving your hips, but on a horse you can’t.” Angela has had a slightly different experience, teaching most frequently with the support of two of her own horses, an Appaloosa and a pony. “For my own horses, I did a lot of things on their backs to get them used to the movement, and they know what’s going on by now,” shares Angela. “But I think that any horse that is already naturally relaxed can work. With a new horse and rider, you just make things slow, calm, and intentional.” What many practitioners enjoy most is noticing that their equine partners start to show signs of relaxation, including licking, chewing, lowering of the neck, and a softening of the eye. “Yoga means union,” says Danny. “The horse feels it when you are not present. They mirror our breathing and mental state.”
simple poses and will hold the horse if need be,” says Danny. “I want to make sure the rider is safe and feels the difference in their bodies.” And despite what you may see on someone’s Instagram, most instructors require their mounted students to wear helmets.
Getting Involved If the idea of equestrian yoga sounds intriguing and you want to give it a try, you may have to get a bit creative. While there are many certified yoga instructors who are familiar with the needs of equestrians and can help them within a studio, it is only a small percentage who have chosen Riders practicing yoga with their to combine their yoga practice with the horses must learn presence of a horse. While the most ideal to slow down situation would e to find someone teach their breath ing equestrian yoga in your area, if this is and movement, not possible, our experts have a few words considering the response of their of advice. partner. “I get a lot of emails and I try to help to get students on the right path,” says Danny. “I have an Ashva Yoga YouTube channel with short clips covering breathing exercises, connecting with horses, and a sample of yoga poses. I also have a DVD available on Amazon. I want to get the word out.” Digital media has also helped Angela expand her reach with clients. “I give instruction through Skype and other video services,” Angela shares. “Or I can do a regular yoga class via video and discuss how to apply the techniques to a horse.”
Both of our experts would like to see the library of resources available to equestrian yogis expanded in the future, and perhaps even more education available for those wishing to teach in the field
Final Thoughts Those who have practiced equestrian yoga have noticed enefits in their regular riding. “The feedback from my students is that the breathing techniques are especially helpful,” Angela mentions. Danny says that many of her clients use their yoga techniques as their warm-up routine. “I remind them to notice what effect it has on the horse,” says Danny. “I want it to be a lasting experience, something they do all the time.” Perhaps one of the most significant results of an equestrian yoga practice is an improved relationship between horse and rider. “If you think about the alpha in a herd, it’s the one who stays calm no matter what,” says Angela. “The horse is looking for a calm, centered leader. The practice of yoga on the mat can help you to be that leader for your horse when you ride.” Equine Journal suggests riders always practice safety with their horses, including but not limited to wearing a helmet, being in a safe location, having a spotter, wearing clothing that covers your entire o an shoes ith a efine hee
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Nor’easter P R E PA R I N G F O R A
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By Pamela Mansfield
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How to form a plan in case emergency strikes.
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f you live in the northeastern part of the United States, you’ve come to know that when a Nor’easter is forecast it may not be as powerful as a hurricane, but it can still pack a punch. Persistent winds can rip off roofing tiles, knock down trees, and send loose items flying. These storms can bring excessive rain or snow, resulting in flooding or heavy snow that can cause structural damage to a barn or indoor arena. Nor’easters, with high winds sustained at 30-40 miles per hour (MPH) and gusts up to 75MPH or more, seem more frequent in recent years. One northeast Massachusetts online weather resource, Cape Ann Weather Center, shared this history: “Since the beginning of 2015, there have been 12 notable Northeast storms that relate to the classification (half were rain). Of these, most notably were ‘Juno,’ an elongated event over eight days in January 2015, and the nearly identical ‘Four’easters’ over three weeks in March 2018. These piggy-backed heavy snow events were likely the source of increased roof issues,” Chris Spittle of Cape Ann Weather Center reports. Cape Ann is known for the memorable “Perfect Storm” in 1991 (all rain) and the ‘Blizzard of ’78’ (crippling snow) that greatly impacted northeast Massachusetts. Cape Ann Weather Center reports on weather in the region of Myopia Hunt country and many large north-of-Boston equestrian facilities, where in recent years roof collapses have destroyed indoor arenas and caused great concern.
Snow Loading and Potential Damage of a Nor’easter While there are ways to prepare, the intensity and the length of the storm can have a cumulative effect that is sometimes much more than expected, and the snow piles up fast. Chris Cassenti of Chrislar Farm in Rowley, MA, says that she, her husband Larry, and their staff were caring for 40 horses when the snow load on the roof of their barn and indoor arena became a real concern. Something had to be done right away. “We had four feet and in some places six
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feet of snow,” she recalls, straining what she estimates to be about an acre of roof, with pitches that slant down to meet a hip roof. The ceiling of the barn is insulated, and both the barn and the heated indoor arena are well designed with double the usual number of trusses supporting the roof. Chris called her insurance company to ask for their recommendation, and they told her to hire a contractor to come right away to assess the situation. With a quick to respond contractor, staging in the barn was immediately installed to support the roof and a team to removed the snow relay-style. Insurance covered both the emergency action to prevent a roof collapse and later, when the weather improved, all repairs needed. Chris recalls that the horses had to be walked around the poles that went from floor to ceiling, holding up heavy boards between the trusses, until the work was done. Proactive work to avoid a catastrophe is something that Richard Bourgault of A&B Insurance can attest to in his daily work. Some insurance companies “would rather pay for prevention than pay for the damage when the roof falls down,” he says. “Rather than when there’s an actual claim, they’re trying to protect the building. When you get a year like 2015 with extreme amounts of snow and it just doesn’t warm up, and there’s no February thaw, the snow kept piling up. Then comes warmer weather
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and if you get rain it just adds to weight. You could see in the news all buildings coming down. It’s the prudent thing to shovel off the roof.” In a test to see how much weight a roof has to bear under heavy snow, Richard says, “We cut out a square foot of snow and weighed it, it can weigh up to 75-90 pounds per square foot. That’s way over the snow load that a barn is normally built for. As soon as you realize the roof is overloaded, you’re going to hear creaking and cracking and maybe even see some sagging. It’s critical that the roof gets shoveled off immediately. You have to be safe, though, you don’t want to go up with a snow blower! Snow rakes only work for smaller amounts of snow. You need a group with shovels.” If the building does not have insulation or if it has a metal roof, industrial heaters can be rented to heat the inside of the structure and help melt the snow off of the roof. “It has saved some buildings. You can’t do that, though, if the building has a dropped ceiling or it’s insulated or heated.”
Notorious Northeast Winds It’s not just snow, however, that the barn owner needs to be ready for in the event of a Nor’easter. “Wind can affect a lot of things,” says Richard. Roofing tiles can be torn off, trees can fall and cause damage to nearby buildings and power lines, creating dangerous situations and
power outages. A lifelong horseman and a director of the Middlesex County Farm Bureau, Richard has a thorough understanding of agricultural property. In his experience, falling trees and limbs are often the culprit for damage, so keeping trees trimmed and away from buildings is key to prevention. Richard offers advice on things to consider about wind damage before a Nor’easter strikes again. “People need to be really aware of where the trees are on their property in relation to a building. Keep branches trimmed back away from buildings or anywhere that they might fall onto a building or power line,” he adds. Make sure that your roof is able to withstand high winds without roofing tiles being blown off is another consideration Richard mentions. “You might want to have a roofer check that the roofing is all battened down. You’d be surprised how over time with wear and tear the nails get loose and are sticking up, not really down and securing the shingles. A simple examination is needed—you may not have to hire a roofer but someone who can do it safely.” Store or secure any loose items such as chairs, jump standards, poles, dressage cones, loose fence boards, and whatever isn’t heavy enough to withstand the wind—they can become projectiles. “We stress that all the time anyway to clients. Farms tend to accumulate things—anything loose can go fly-
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Be sure that when you remove snow from a roof, you do it safely by the use of snow rakes or shovels with a team.
ing through the air, buckets and things, you don’t want those lying around when a storm comes.” In extreme cases, you may want to think about boarding up the windows, however, Richard says, “In the Northeast, we really haven’t had the type of wind that requires it.”
Water Supplies It’s important to be prepared for access to fresh drinking water for the horses in the event that the water supply isn’t available. At Chrislar Farm, they fill tubs with water and leave them in the wash stall just in case, according to Chris. Richard says, “If you have a water pump and lose power, you’ll have no water. Have a plan for what to do—have either a water wagon or tank to supply enough water for the horses to drink for a day or more.” He also advises that anyone with a water pump keep it well maintained and follow the recommended service program. Even if you can get it repaired or replaced quickly, it still takes time to do the work and then get it running again. While you need a plan for watering the horses, rainfall may actually flood the barn or indoor arena. Placing sandbags around entryways can help to curtail water from seeping into the barn or indoor arena, where footing may be turned to muck, something that can really impact
an equestrian facility that caters to boarders and riders.
Build for Prevention Spaces where horses can be housed or exercised, barns, and indoor arenas have large open floorplans but not always the structural support needed to securely hold up a roof under the stress of thousands of pounds of snow. Agricultural buildings can sometimes get a pass when it comes to building codes, shares Richard. Depending on the state or town, building codes can be more flexible for any agriculturerelated facility like a horse farm. This is a two-edged sword, he says. “While it keeps the costs down, the bad side is you don’t have a building that could stand up to the weather like a commercial building of the same size. Most of those commercial codes are for safety reasons. Once you venture away from that you’re putting yourself and your animals in jeopardy.” Typical indoor arenas for example have wider spans between trusses than would be allowed in most buildings. A builder could tell you how many pounds per square foot your roof could withstand before it collapses. A barn situated so that water will drain away from it is much more ideal than one at the bottom of a hill or sit-
ting at a lower elevation in a high-water table area. If your facility is prone to flooding, consider a French drain, pumps, and excavating the area around the building, filling it with crushed stone to help control potential flooding.
Prepare for Power Outages and Inconveniences If you have a generator, have it ready to be put to use when a Nor’easter is forecasted. Be sure flashlights are working and have replacement batteries easily available, it helps to have emergency lighting installed in the barn, Chris advises. You need a way to be able to get around a large building and care for the horses in the dark. She also mentions it’s important to know in advance who to call in cases of emergency, like her go-to contractor who responded quickly to an emergency in the middle of the storm. Be sure your cell phones are charged and if you have a portable power bank, make sure that is fully charged as well. Cheaper models are slow and don’t fully recharge a cell phone, so look at the specifications for milliAmps per hour, the higher the better. With sufficient feed and emergency supplies, you’ll have what you need for the horses to get through when supply stores may be closed or you can’t get out to get what you need.
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For years, the American Driving Society (ADS) described itself as the carriage driving affiliate of the United States Equestrian Federation (USEF), a relationship that went back to the American Horse Show Association, from which the USEF was conceived. In fact, ADS has been the national governing association for carriage driving sports for 45 years. That all changed on June 11, 2019, when the ADS Board of Directors sent out a letter to its membership announcing the ADS’ separation from USEF. “After many months of concentrated effort, the Board of Directors of the ADS has reached the conclusion that our role as affiliate is no longer in the best interests of the vast majority of our membership,” the letter read. “Accordingly, your Board of Directors voted unanimously not to renew our Affiliate Agreement.” Dan Rosenthal, president of ADS, describes ADS’ relationship with USEF as “cordial” up through the winter of 2016. Then, one Monday in February, they received an unexpected note. “We got a letter from USEF in which they informed us that because we had not been able to come to terms with them on a written affiliate agreement, we were fired. They fired us summarily,” Dan says. “[Prior to that], we had our whole board sitting in Kentucky at their annual meeting for three days waiting to meet with them. They didn’t say a word; they just fired us on Monday.” ADS’ initial reaction was one of shock—at the time, the organization wanted to fix whatever problems existed and regain its status as USEF’s driving affiliate. The two organizations worked together, and later in 2016, ADS became an affiliate again after signing a two-year agreement that expired in November 2018. After that, ADS and USEF went through a series of three two-month extensions. When the third extension was up, the ADS board decided not to renew the agreement. “The conclusion we reached was that the requirements of being the affiliate of USEF were simply unreasonable for an organization of our size when so few of our members compete in any part of carriage driving that has anything to do with USEF,” shares Dan. “We were spending a lot of
After a long stint as the United States Equestrian Federation’s driving affiliate, the American Driving Society decided to not renew its affiliate agreement. our time, energy, money, and attention on USEF, and there may be 50 people in the United States who participate in that level of driving.”
The Cause
Dan estimates that about 2.5% of his organization’s 2,000 members compete at the USEF level, and yet the requirements placed on ADS by USEF demanded much of his and the two full-time staff members’ time. “USEF took over or incorporated into their rulebook two of the levels of combined driving,” Dan says. “Combined driving is the international level sport of carriage driving, and there are four levels of combined driving. Historically, the first three levels had been ours [ADS], and the top level was theirs [USEF]. And everything was just fine. “The national/international level of competitors were kind of overseen by USEF and all of the developing competitors were overseen by us,” he adds. “And it was all very friendly, but they kind of grabbed the second and third tiers, as well, and kicked us out.” Dan also mentions the logistics of trying to comply with USEF directives like making sure no one on the suspended competitor list, which has about 30,000 people on it, competes at a driving show. “It was very difficult for us to figure out how to comply with USEF compliance requirements, and they wanted to expand the areas where they controlled the sport into areas that we believed, based on 45 years of history, quite frankly, we’re better at than October 2019
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they are,” he adds. “We didn’t want to give them up. They’re part of our charter.” Since so few of ADS’ members compete at the USEF level, Dan says it did not make sense for ADS to direct so much of its resources there. The organization’s main focus is teaching people and finding new ways for members to have fun safely driving their horses, and while the decision to leave ultimately made sense to him, it did not come easily. The 26 board members and eight honorary board members met in March to discuss ADS’ affiliate status with USEF. Dan says every voice was heard.“When we made our decision, we wrote a letter to our members,” he shares. “If you look at that, every single board member signed it, and every honorary board member signed it. That was very touching. We truly spoke as one. “That doesn’t mean we were all universally happy about it,” he adds. “I worked for five months to make it not happen, and the night before we put out that letter I was up late trying to make it not happen. But in the end, I realized I couldn’t make it not happen because it was impossible. We had to make the decision that was right for the majority of our members.”
The Effect
For club affiliates of ADS, like the Brandywine alley Driving Club (B DC), ADS’ decision to part ways with USEF was met with mostly positive feedback, according to Margaret Grillet, a director of the B DC and the club’s ADS representative. B DC, located in Pennsylvania, is a long-time member of ADS, having been involved since before membership records were archived. With a current membership roster of about 1 5, B DC members participate in pleasure drives, clinics, educational programs, schooling shows, and driving fun days. The club also supports the maintenance of driving hazards at Fair Hill, local driving events in the region, and the University of Pennsylvania’s School of eterinary Medicine, New Bolton Center. “The unanimous decision of ADS to no longer be USEF’s driving 40
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According to Dan, the people who will be most affected by the split with United States Equestrian Federation are competitors, organizers and officials.
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Dan Rosenthal estimates that about 2.5% of the American Driving Society’s 2,000 members compete at the United States Equestrian Federation level.
affiliate will have little or no impact on the members of B DC,” Margaret says. “However, I see an indirect benefit, as ADS is focusing now on enhancing and expanding membership benefits such as insurance coverage, hours to drive programs, and providing quality educational materials.” Dan cites three groups of people who will be most affected by the split with USEF competitors, organizers, and officials. Originally, all of the combined driving levels were offered at the same show, so ADS members could show in ADS classes and USEF members could compete in the advanced classes. Since the USEF announced it will no longer allow ADS classes at USEF shows, those groups will eventually have to learn two separate sets of rules and structures, and pay separate fees. “I have heard comments from some who wondered how USEF will manage their events without the support of ADS,” says Margaret. “I see that B DC will benefit from ADS’s renewed focus on members and member benefits. The education library on the ADS website, for example, has been supplemented with some new and really great information that can be shared in our newsletter and website. I think that those who might see more of an impact are the upper level competitors, of whom only a few are B DC members.” Dan notes that even though the split will only affect a small percentage of ADS membership, including those who make up the United States’ Driving Team, they are still important members who he will be cheering on in their future endeavors with USEF. While Dan feels like leaving USEF was the decision that had to be made for now, he reiterates he is hopeful that one day in the future the two organizations can work out their differences. “We’re always willing to discuss our relationship and different ways to make it work,” he says. “We will do anything that’s right for the sport of carriage driving and for our members.”
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lifestyle Beezie Madden and Breitling LS, winners of the 2018 $136,300 Longines FEI Jumping World Cup™ Washington for the President’s Cup.
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Horses in the City ➜ in Washington, D.C. BY LINDSAY BROCK/JUMP MEDIA
As the weather cools and fall settles in downtown Washington, D.C., the concourse at Capital ne rena is most commonl filled with hocke fans and foam fin ers. owever, for si days in October, it is the place to be for show jumping fans near and far. The Washington nternational orse how , resented , is now in its st ear and fits into the landsca e of the cit like no other urban horse show in the world. Just like is not our ever da horse show, . . is like no other city. As horse fans and D.C. locals lookin for a one of a kind e erience conver e at the a ital ne rena, to s ort, unmatched entertainment, and much more are on the docket in . he show runs from October 22 to 27. n equestrian tradition since , is the country’s leading metropolitan indoor horse show and has successfully combined the fanfare of the world’s top riders with the attraction of seeing internationally known horses in the heart of the nation’s capital. Whether it is the shopping, the atmosphere,
or the competition, there is something for ever horse s ort fan visitin ashin ton, . . It may be the nation’s capital, with all the history, pomp, and circumstance that goes along with that, but D.C. can also feel like the cit ne t door. hen ou re done watchin the e citin com etition at , theres indul e worthy shopping, unique entertainment, and world-renowned dining to enjoy. One place we recommend checking out while visitin is the harf. he harf re establishes Washington, D.C. as a waterfront city and destination. This remarkable, mile-long stretch alon the otomac iver has come to life with restaurants, retailers, residences, and businesses—all complemented by monumental views and a vi rant culture. ome of the award-winning Anthem concert hall, multiple intimate music venues, a host of local retailers, hotels to fit different ud ets, and the nations oldest o eratin fish market, he harf offers a trul unique . . e erience. While in the city, it’s great to take advanta e of all the museums and historical
landmarks, one that we highly recommend is the mithsonian nstitute. he mithsonian nstitution encom asses museums, alleries, and a oo. lore and learn a out ever thin from the ori ins of man and the future of i ht to the histor of art across multi le continents with more than million objects, works of art, and specimens to discover. he ational ortrait aller with its spectacular glass-ceilinged Robert and Arlene Kogod Courtyard is right across the street from the Capital One Arena. For those looking to get in a few laughs this tri , we have the event for ou he Bent en Ball is a comed festival curated i otaro and roduced Bri htest oun Things taking place from October 24-27, right durin his ear marks ears of Bentzen Ball, celebrating a decade of comedy and friendship, with some great old and new erformers. Festival shows are hosted at the ntertainment and orts rena in outheast, D.C., and at the Lincoln Theater. Like any major destination in the world, Washington D.C. is chuck-full of unique restaurants. All-new eatery by restaurateur shok Ba a , odena, ust o ened in e tember, features a highly acclaimed contemporary dinin e erience. nsiders ti tr an of the ni hts rid e estaurants, includin a a a or Bindaas if ou re a fan of ndian food For those looking for American food, we have ou covered t. nselm isn t our t ical merican tavern with unconventional d cor and a stron devotion to the leasures of grilled meats and using simply cooked ingredients, tourists will see this restaurant as a breath of fresh air. While steak is a specialty, Chef Marjorie Meek-Bradley’s menu continues to include oultr and fish. ne restaurant that serves the communit rovidin locall ins ired dishes is omofuku CCDC. The restaurant’s fun, modern style is com lemented with their revolvin menu. ecutive hef ae train and the team create seasonall focused dishes that have locals and tourists alike coming back to try more ike much of ashin ton . ., with all that’s packed into this city, one trip may make man memories, ut several tri s is the onl wa ou ll et to tr all the heav hitters October 2019
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WHAT TO DO WASHINGTON INTERNATIONAL HORSE SHOW For the week of October 22-27, equestrians compete in show jumping fun! wihs.org BENTZEN BALL Looking for some laughs? The Bentzen Ball comedy show will have you roaring! bentzenball.com THE WHARF IN SOUTHWEST D.C. The mile-long strip on the water features restaurants, shops, and attractions perfect for tourists! wharfdc.com
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KIMPTON HOTEL MONACO Guests are in the midst of greatness when they enter this historic property. Recently revamped rooms and suites boast a welcoming vibe that merges refined with contemporary. monaco-dc.com WHARF INTERCONTINENTAL This luxurious hotel nestled in the Wharf includes a spa, pool, business center, fitness center, and more. wharfintercontinentaldc.com W. WASHINGTON D.C. MARRIOTT Marriott has guests covered with not only a prime location but all the amenities one might need while traveling! marriott.com
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Get Your Spook On BY KELLEY ROCHE
IF YOU EVER CELEBRATE HALLOWEEN WITH YOUR HORSE, YOU’RE GOING TO LOVE THIS MONTH’S fashion column. Here are some ideas for you to treat yourself, and you horse, to a cute costume this year!
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equestrian lifestyle COLLECTING THOUGHTS THE BASICS Name: Chester C. Weber Age: 43 years old Business: International Equestrian THE FUN STUFF Do you have any nicknames? Chet. What’s your favorite barn hack (short cut)? Klick and Ride Studs. When you have four sets of legs to prepare for each day of competition, having a system which is easy to perform and cuts back on preparation time is essential! Who do you look up to? Tony Robbins.
Chester C. Weber Chester Weber is one of the most celebrated combined driving athletes in the U.S. The Ocala, FL, native began driving competitively at a young age and when he was 18 years old, Weber was the youngest driver to be named to the United States Equestrian Team for the World Pairs Driving Championships. In 2008, Weber made history by becoming the first American to win an individual silver medal in the Four-in-Hand FEI World Driving Championships. He won England’s Royal Windsor Horse Show two consecutive years and received personal congratulations from Her Majesty, Queen Elizabeth II. In September 2018 at the World Equestrian Games, he won a combined driving individual silver medal and team gold—the first ever for the U.S. Weber has three other World Equestrian Games silver medals and 16 United States Equestrian Federation Four-in-Hand National Champion titles.
What famous horse would you love to ride? Paletto, [who is part of] Ijsbrand Chardon’s team. If you could have any super power, what would it be? ele ortin , sna in m fin ers, and being at the next location would make traveling for shows much easier! What is the last thing you binge watched? House of Cards. What’s your guilty pleasure? Ben and Jerry’s ice cream. hat s the first thing you do when you get home after a long day? Check in with my boys. Who is your equestrian idol? Ludger Beerbaum. What is one thing in your tack trunk that you couldn’t live without? Magnetic blanket. I wouldn’t be able to do my job without my horses feeling their best. If you weren’t in the horse industry, what would you be doing? Working in the hospitality industry; I went to Cornell Hotel School. What podcast is at the top of your playlist? The Tony Robbins Podcast.
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PHOTOS: (ABOVE LEFT) ALEX THOMAS/COURTESY OF UNITED STATES EQUESTRIAN FEDERATION; (ABOVE RIGHT) ALEX PACHECO; (BELOW) HOWARD SCHATZBERG/COURTESY OF UNITED STATES EQUESTRIAN FEDERATION
Hausman and Proctor Take Titles
At the 2019 United States Equestrian Federation/ American Vaulting Association Vaulting National Championships THE UNITED STATES EQUESTRIAN Federation/American Vaulting Association Vaulting National Championships were held on August 7-11, 2019, at The National Equestrian Center in St. Louis, MI. Dusti Hausman captured the Female Gold Individual championship, while Mikhail Proctor claimed the Male Gold Individual championship. A composite squad from ile i h aulters and acific oast ault ers won the A Team championship. Hausman of Waxhaw, NC, won the compulsories with a score of 7.343, the freestyle 1 with a score of 7.737, and freestyle 2 with a score of 7.895 on her way to an overall score of 7.343. In the Male Gold division, Proctor of Lexington, KY, scored 6.263 in the compulsory, 6.315 in freestyle 1, and 6.610 in freestyle 2 for an overall score of 6.396 and the title. It was Proctor’s first appearance at Nationals at the Gold level.
Team Greenville was victorious, beating Team Charlotte by a mere point in Gladiator Polo.
Dusti Hausman captured the Female Gold Individual at the 2019 United States Equestrian Federation/American Vaulting Association Vaulting National Championships.
Costantini Unanimously Crowned United States Equestrian Federation Saddle Seat Adult Amateur Medal Final Champion Gabriella Costantini was unanimously crowned 2019 United States Equestrian Federation Saddle Seat Adult Amateur Medal Final Champion by the panel of judges at the Lexington Junior League Charity Horse Show. In the last class, nine of the country’s best saddle seat equitation competitors faced off in group railwork and executed individual patterns designed by judges Peggy Alderman, Kristen Cater, and Jim Cherry. Costantini of Hinckley, OH, rode CHNuttin’ Doing, her 13-year-old American Saddlebred gelding, to the gold medal, while Hallie Ricci of Allentown, NJ, was named reserve champion and silver medalist in the Final aboard Undulata’s Ol’ Rosebud ERB, Ava Perry’s six-year-old American Saddlebred gelding.
Gabriella Costantini was crowned the 2019 United States Equestrian Federation Saddle Seat Adult Amateur Medal Final Champion at the Lexington Junior League Charity Horse Show.
Team Greenville Claims Repeat Win Over Team Charlotte in Gladiator Polo TEAM GREENVILLE HELD ON FOR A nail-biting 9-8 win over Team Charlotte to repeat their 2018 win at Tryon International Equestrian Center in Mill Spring, NC, playing in front of a packed and energetic crowd. Jumping to an early lead on the efforts Felipe Viana, Jared Sheldon, and Matt Coppola, Team Greenville was able to stave off a strong Charlotte offensive run in the fourth chukker to defend their title in Tryon Stadium. Team Charlotte was represented by Trevor Niznik, Mike Azzaro, and Patrick Uretz for a formidable trio to challenge the defending champions. The last two chukkers had fans on the edge of their seats as Greenville secured the win, taking home the top prize of $21,000. October 2019
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[LEFT] Sarah Lockman and First Apple performed a stunning Intermediate I Freestyle to capture individual gold. [RIGHT] The U.S. Eventing Team captured the gold team medal at the Lima 2019 Pan American Games.
Lima 2019 Pan American Games INTERNATIONAL COMPETITION WAS at its best during the 2019 Lima 2019 Pan American Games, held in Lima, Peru, July 27 to August 9, where countries competed for gold medals and qualifications for the 2020 Olympics in Tokyo. SHOW JUMPING The U.S. Jumping Team brought home the bronze medal on Wednesday, August 7, led by Chef d’Equipe Robert Ridland, the team of Lucy Deslauriers, Alex Granato, Eve Jobs, and Beezie Madden put in solid performances with three members contesting their first championship competition. “We came here for a medal, that’s what you always do in a championship, and we went away with a medal,” said Ridland. “We were a little bit disappointed because we were in the fight for the gold until the end, and then the silver slipped away. What I’m most proud of is that all four of the riders were an essential part yesterday, putting us where we were, and today as well. Everybody participated in a group effort, and I’m very proud of that.” The scores from Wednesday’s two rounds of team competition were added to Tuesday’s opening round scores (with a drop score from each) to determine the team medals. The pathfinders for the U.S. in the team rounds were Granato of Wellington, FL, and Carlchen W, an 11-year-old Mecklenburg gelding owned by Page Tredennick. They had four fences down for 16 faults in round one. Riding out of the second spot in the team order, 52
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Deslauriers from New York, NY, and Hester, a 14-year-old Belgian Warmblood gelding owned by Lisa Deslauriers, had an eight-fault performance. Jobs of Los Altos Hills, CA, and her own Venue d’Fees des Hazalles, a 14-year-old Belgian Warmblood mare, put in a critical clear round for the U.S. in round one. “I really owe that round to her because I was really nervous, and she helped me a great deal,” said Jobs of her horse. “She always fights for me, and that’s one of the things that I love so much about her. She wants to win just as much as I do.” With an additional clear first round for two-time Olympic gold medalist Madden from Cazenovia, NY, and Breitling LS, Abigail Wexner’s 13-year-old Dutch Warmblood stallion, the U.S. Jumping Team sat in second place on 10.09 penalties behind Brazil with 7.39 penalties and followed by Mexico with 10.97 penalties. Granato and Carlchen W had a determined comeback in round two, finishing with just one fence down and a single time fault for a total of five faults. After adding to their previous total, they finished with 21.92 penalties. Deslauriers and Hester also had a significant improvement in round two, recording a clear round for the U.S. team. They finished with 9.32 penalties. Returning in the second round, Jobs and Venue d’Fees des Hazalles tallied eight faults for a final total of 9.17 penalties, but a podium finish was a consolation to the 21-year-old riding in her first championship. “It’s like a dream come true,”
expressed Jobs. “I really wasn’t expecting this, especially to win a medal not only with people that I’ve looked up to in the sport for years, but with one of my closest friends; I can’t even put into words how happy I am.” With two fences down in the careful line across the middle of the arena that challenged many competitors, Madden and Breitling LS ended with eight faults, which gave them eight penalties overall. The U.S. Jumping Team finished on 23.09 total penalties for the bronze medal. Brazil won the gold on 12.39 penalties and Mexico received the silver medal with 22.97 penalties. While all four U.S. riders finished Wednesday’s team competition in the top 35 individually, only three athletes from any one nation could advance to the individual final. The top three U.S. riders, who all finished in the top nine in the individual standings, advanced to the individual final where they started on a clean slate for faults for the final two rounds. Adding another bronze medal to the tally, Madden and Breitling LS won an exciting four-way jump-off for the bronze medal. With Eve Jobs and Lucy Deslauriers also contesting the individual final, the U.S. Jumping Team saw all three riders finish in the top 10. After two rounds, four riders were tied on four faults apiece, necessitating a jump-off for the bronze medal. First in the ring for the tiebreaker were Madden and Breitling LS, they had incurred four faults
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in the opening round of the day and were clear in the second round. In the jump-off, the pair made easy work of the shortened course, cruising home clear and setting the time to beat at 42.47 seconds. When Eugenio Garza Perez of Mexico and Armani SL Z had a refusal and retired as the last to go in the jumpoff, the bronze medal went to Madden. Following Madden in the jump-off, Canadian Nicole Walker and Falco van Spieveld had four faults for fourth place. Next in for the jump-off was Jobs and Venue d’Fees des Hazalles, who were clear in the first individual round and had four faults in the second round. They totaled eight faults in the jump-off in 46.06 seconds to finish in fifth place in the individual final. Deslauriers and Hester recorded four faults in each of the individual rounds, which gave them eight total faults for ninth place. The jumping individual gold medal went to Marlon Modolo Zanotelli of Brazil on Sirene de la Motte, who was double clear. José María Larocca of Argentina and Finn Lente had one time fault for the silver medal. DRESSAGE The U.S. Dressage Team posted strong performances on the final day of team competition, earning team silver with an overall score of 437.791 after two days of intense competition. Canada was presented with the gold medal after finishing on a 440.111, securing a coveted qualification for Tokyo 2020, alongside Brazil, who collected bronze with a score of 408.696. The U.S. contingent of Nora Batchelder and Faro SQF, Jennifer Baumert with Handsome, and Sarah Lockman aboard First Apple each contested the Intermediate I test and, ultimately, captured their first career championship medal together for the U. S. Batchelder and Faro SQF, an 11-yearold Hanoverian gelding owned by Batchelder and Andrea Whitcomb, were the first combination to enter the arena for the U.S., receiving a score of 71.529% to begin the day on a high note for the team. Leading off at the conclusion of the afternoon break once again was Baumert and Handsome, a 14-year-old Hanoverian gelding owned by Betsy Juliano LLC, who received a 70.382% from the judging panel for their efforts in the ring. Lockman and First Apple, a nine-year-
old Dutch Warmblood stallion owned by Gerry Ibanez, concluded the day’s Small Tour competition with another impressive high score, as the duo received a 75.912%, the day’s top mark. Chef d’Equipe Debbie McDonald was ecstatic with the team’s overall performance in the pressurized environment of the Pan American Games. The U.S. Dressage Team has consistently performed well at these championships, which has offered a platform for combinations to test their skills and composure in a team-focused setting. “I’m really proud of the team and their performances over the last two days. There is a lot to look forward to when you look at the direction of this program and I believe the future is very bright. The more international and championship exposure we can give our athletes, the better we become as a team,” said McDonald. All three team members entered in the Intermediate I Freestyle, which took place on Wednesday, July 31, alongside the Grand Prix Freestyle. Lockman and First Apple performed a stunning Intermediate I Freestyle to capture individual gold; the duo recorded a personal high score of 78.890% in only their second international Freestyle together. Tina Irwin of Canada and her mount Laurencio took silver after receiving a 77.780%, while Baumert and Handsome secured bronze with a score of 75.775%. Baumert and Handsome helped the U.S. Dressage Team earn the team silver medal with their performances in the Prix St. Georges and the Intermediate I tests, but their Intermediate I Freestyle was a highlight, as the pair recorded a careerhigh 75.755%. Chef d’Equipe Debbie McDonald has been an individual medalist at the Pan American Games herself, riding the famous Brentina to both a team and individual gold at Winnipeg 1999. “This is pretty amazing and overwhelming as someone who knows how much their lives are going to change after this. For those two to walk away with medals on their necks, it is life changing,” said McDonald. “This has been a tremendous week for our team, and I’m looking forward to the progress we make from here.” EVENTING The U.S. Eventing Team concluded competition capturing the team gold medal and securing their qualification for the Tokyo 2020 Olympic Games next summer. The team finished on a collec-
tive score of 91.2, producing four double clear efforts in the final phase. Brazil earned the second Olympic qualification slot and ended on a 122.1 to collect team silver. Canada finished in third place with an overall score of 183.7, for bronze. Individually, Boyd Martin rode Tsetserleg to gold, while teammate Lynn Symansky and RF Cool Play earned the silver. Doug Payne finished just off the podium with Star Witness for fourth place, while Tamie Smith and Mai Baum concluded their weekend in seventeenth. Smith of Murietta, CA, and Mai Baum, a 13-year-old German Sport Horse gelding owned by Alex Ahearn, Ellen Ahearn, and Erick Markell, were the first U.S. combination to test the show jumping track, designed by Guilherme Jorge, and produced a beautiful double clear round to jump-start the day for the United States. With the pressure mounting after two strong rounds from the Brazilian team, Payne of Aiken, SC, and Starr Witness, an eight-year-old Dutch Warmblood mare owned by Payne, Laurie McRee, and Catherine Winter, navigated the course with determination and speed, securing the second double clear round for the team. Symansky from Middleburg, VA, and RF Cool Play had a rail in-hand to keep their second-place position on the leaderboard, but didn’t need it, as the duo crossed through the timers with a faultfree effort. For Martin, the anchor position for the team was a successful one during both the dressage and cross-country phases, and the final day of competition was no exception. Guiding Tsetserleg, an 11-yearold Trakhener gelding owned by Christine Turner, Martin secured not only the team’s gold medal finish but also his own individual gold achievement with their faultless ride. “I’m just honestly really pleased to be a part of this group. Today is the rider’s day and the owner’s day. I’ve seen how much work these guys have put into this; the preparation and how much it means to them, and then be able to execute,” said Chef d’Equipe Erik Duvander. “I couldn’t wish for a better ending than four clear rounds, and that’s a really strong performance. Everyone stayed on task through to the very end. If we can keep building on what we did here and keep that momentum it will get us closer and closer [to qualifying for Tokyo in 2020]. It’s about using every day we have before Tokyo to keep improving in the same manner that we’ve been working now,” Duvander concluded. October 2019
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[LEFT]Rita Ballou at the 2018 Robinson State Park Ride. [ABOVE] Denise Leonard at the 2018 Lea Macinnis Judged Pleasure Ride.
Bay State Trail Riders Association Plans Many Fall Rides ARTICLE SUBMITTED BY ANNAMARIA PAUL; PHOTOS BY BECKY KALAGHER
FALL IS THE BEST TIME TO RIDE in New England—the bugs are mostly gone, it is cooler, and the foliage is exquisite. The Bay State Trail Riders Association (BSTRA) has four rides scheduled for October and one in early November. The Lea Macinnis Judged Pleasure Ride, sponsored by Bellingham Animal Hospital, was rescheduled to October 13 due to high heat and humidity on the original July date. This year the ride will be held out of the Pell Farms Conservation area in Grafton, MA. Many of you who live in central Massachusetts may have purchased Christmas trees from Pell Farms over the years. The farm stopped operating recently. The 153-acre area is owned by the Town of Grafton
and abuts Warren Brooks Watershed Area connecting to trails in Upton, including Upton State Forest. Riders can participate judged or non-judged at this ride. The judged participants will be scored on how correctly horse and rider complete obstacles on the trail and in the field. Many of the tests will be what riders encounter on the trail. Why not make the weekend of October 19 and 20 a BSTRA double header? On October 19 BSTRA is hosting the Mt. Jefferson Ride at the Mt. Jefferson Conservation Area in Hubbardston, MA, and will be sponsored by Crothers Tire. The trails at this location are wonderful; riders can easily pass through woods and along the edge of fields. This time of year the scenery will be spectacular, so save
the date on your calendar. The following day, October 20, is the Robinson State Park Ride in Agawam, MA, sponsored by J.F. Cove Insurance Agency. The trails on this property are lovely, skirting along the Westfield River. When in Robinson State Park, it is hard to image the city is so close by. What would October be without BSTRA’s Big Pumpkin Ride, sponsored by Homefield Credit Union? This year’s event will be held at Upton State Forest on October 27 and is sure to be filled with spooky fun and food. As always, costumes are encouraged! And finally the annual Turkey Trot, sponsored by BNY Mellon Wealth Management, is November 3 at Myles Standish State Forest in Carver, MA. The trails here are wonderful with lovely scenery and good footing. After the ride, you can even hunt for turkeys in the woods. Maybe you will bring home a prize! All October and November rides are New England Horse Trails affiliated, for those collecting miles. Visit bstra.org for more information or to sign up!
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Interscholastic Equestrian Association Names 2019 National Sportsmanship Award Winners SUBMITTED BY KIMBER WHANGER
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Award each year. This year’s award was presented to Ian McFarlin, a High School Freshman from Tallahassee, FL. The national award winner is selected from a group of riders who earned
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the National Sportsmanship Award. As part of the application process, student riders submitted a resume, composed a 250-word essay explaining how horses and/or equestrian competition have influenced his/her life, and three letters of recommendation. McFarlin is a rider on the Tallahassee Riding Academy Team in Zone 4 (coached by Amy Center, Janet Crawley, and Grace Dreyer). He is a rising Sophomore at St. John Paul ll Catholic High School in Tallahassee, FL. Along with being extremely active in IEA, McFarlin is also a member of the Southern Hunter Jumper Association, United States Hunter Jumper Association, and United States Equestrian Federation. He is also a therapeutic riding volunteer with Hands & Hearts for Horses. Outside of horses, McFarlin is interested in aerospace engineering and debate. McFarlin will receive a $500 scholarship from the IEA, a lifetime membership to the IEA, and a nomination by the IEA to affiliates’ sportsmanship award programs. The IHSA will award McFarlin
a $500 scholarship, a keeper trophy, and his name engraved on a perpetual Sportsmanship Award trophy. In addition to the National Sportsmanship Award, a second National Sportsmanship Award is awarded to the highest placing senior sportsman or woman. This year the award went to Victoria Garvin. The IHSA awards a $500 scholarship to the highest placing senior (twelfth grade) sportsman, and if that senior attends a college or university with an IHSA equestrian team, that scholarship will be doubled to a total of $1,000. A graduate of the online Well-Trained Mind Academy, Garvin plans to attend St. Andrews University in North Carolina this fall. In addition to riding with IEA for the past six years, she also rode in the American Quarter Horse Youth Association, National Reining Horse Association, American Junior Paint Horse Association, Virginia Reining Horse Association, Southeastern Reining Horse Association, National Snaffle Bit Association, and the 4-H Horse Program. Nearly 1,000 IEA riders were eligible for the National Sportsmanship Award. Among the 114 finalist applicants, the top remaining winners are Shaney Enck from Western Pennsylvania Equestrian
Ian McFarlin of the Tallahassee Riding Academy Team in Zone 4 received the 2019 National Sportsmanship Award.
Team (Zone 11) in third place, Margaret Klau from Cornerstone Farm CO (Zone 8) in fourth, Jocelyn Dulaney from the West Licking District (Zone 5) in fifth place, Grace Perry from Greenway@ Featherdown (Zone 3) for sixth, Gretchen Jackson from the Cottonwood Riding Club (Zone 8) in seventh place, and Ryann Piperno from the Saddlebrook Equestrian Team (Region 11) in eighth place.
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Connecticut Trail Rides Association Sends Thoughts to Member Shirley McClary SUBMITTED BY PATTI CROWTHER PHOTO: COURTESY OF IAN MCFARLIN/ INTERSCHOLASTIC EQUESTRIAN ASSOCIATION
THE CONNECTICUT TRAIL RIDES Association (CTRA) would like to send a big thank you to Area Vice President Olga Agostini and President Lynn Gogolya for hosting a very nice ride on August 4 at Salmon Brook in Granby, CT. There were a nice variety of woodland trails and open fields with plenty of water crossing for the horses. Best of all, there were no bugs until the very last 10 minutes of the ride! The new parking location worked out great; it was easy to get in and out with plenty of room for the trucks and trailers. The parking lot also served as a nice, shady location for our lunch following the ride. Some new members were in attendance; it was their first ride with our club. Marie Aparo came with member Sharon Barrett King, and they both posted on our Facebook page that they had a wonderful
time. We welcome you to our club! This year the Reddington Rock Horse Club joined CTRA to host a ride from their camp and we hosted them at our ride at Steep Rock in August. It is great to see members Sally Doyle and Cathy Ives at camp. They always have so many family members join them, I believe they are sharing the fourth generation of Camp Boardman campers. The great grandchildren are adorable and love watching them play on the new swing set and jungle gym, which was donated to the camp by the Goulet family. I’d like to ask all of our members to say prayers for a speedy recovery to Executive Board member Shirley McClary. She was diagnosed with lung cancer and is taking the task of treatments, with a smile! She still hosted our annual
barbecue, with the first of her chemo treatments to follow. We had a beautiful summer day for our annual auction. Kowboy Ken was at the grill again, cooking the burgers, sausage, peppers, and hot dogs. The highlight of the day was when Pat Gogolya started to bid on the camp’s Santa Claus statue. His girlfriend, Danniel Rowland, was upset that he was bidding and began to chase him around the pavillon, with each pass, he yelled out a higher bid! With Shirley’s diagnosis, Ruth Strontzer and Lynn Gogolya stepped up and had most of the barbecue and auction supplies. Many others chipped in with set up and clean up. Auctioneer Louie Fox did his usual excellent job of sales, with help from auctioneer in training, Kowboy Ken. The big sellers of the day were a pickup truck of cut firewood donated by Kowboy Ken, his wife’s blueberry pie, and someone donated a mule’s type yoke with a mirror built in. Member Brenda Carmody won the bidding war against John Barry for the yoke for over $200! We wish you all happy trails as we head into fall, the best time of year to ride! October 2019
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Norfolk Hunt Club hounds catch the scent at the opening meet.
Norfolk Hunt Club Members Enjoy Autumn with a Number of Hunts ARTICLE SUBMITTED BY DESMOND O’LEARY; PHOTOGRAPHY COURTESY OF RUTH BALTOPOLOUS
AS THE LEAVES TURN AND MOTHER Nature begins to slow down her pace, we at the Norfolk Hunt Club (NHC) take that as our signal to pick our pace up. As October rolls in, we are entering the peak of our hunt season—horses are properly conditioned from a summer filled with dedicated riders, hounds are actively hunting, and riders are fit. Huntsman Alyse Phipps has ensured that Norfolk subscribers, as well as those who join us as guests, have had a great start to our season. In a combined effort from both Alyse and our three jointmasters: David Rousseau DVM, Carolyn Pope, and Dominic Cammarata, NHC offered hound schooling sessions in the late summer for newer riders or those with newer mounts. Hound schoolings offer a much more casual approach to interacting with hounds while allowing new horses and riders a chance to acclimate to foxhunting in a slow paced setting. Judging by the smoothness and positive reviews from our riders, it is evident these pre-season efforts have once again paid off. October is a busy month for NHC— the first Saturday hunt of the month is Opening Meet, held at Charlescote Farm. Horses join the field braided, riders join the field in formal attire, and spectators are able to see what hunting is all about. 56
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From there, our formal season begins and we head to our annual joint meet with Old North Bridge at Tufts in Grafton, MA. This particular hunt takes us through beautiful fields and country that is maintained by our neighbors to the west. Following our joint meet with Old North Bridge, we head back to our own territory and have one of the most scenic hunts on our calendar, the Columbus Day Hunt. Each year on Columbus Day, we have a formal hunt leaving from Twin Fields in the heart of Dover, MA, with a hearty breakfast so graciously hosted by Norfolk Hunt Club members. During this hunt, we take a tour of our own country, visiting some of the best fields, stonewalls, scenic routes, and jumps that we have to offer. We dash through Louisburg Farm on our way to Peagan Hill, and then we parade the hounds through town. As a club we are incredibly thankful for the families, organizations, and farms in our local community who have come together to form a support system for NHC and allow us to use their land. Leaving our territory once more, we head out for another joint meet, but this time with Myopia Hunt Club at Barney’s Joy in South Dartmouth, MA. Barney’s Joy is a rather special hunt because the land is opened for both Norfolk and Myopia less than half a dozen times a year. We are
guests in the heart of an emerald oasis riding through endless fields overlooking the ocean—something our riders, and horses, certainly do not forget. Hunts such as these joint meets are enjoyable for Norfolk because not only are we maintaining the great relationships we have with other hunt clubs, but we are met with the opportunity to hunt some beautiful land outside of our usual territory. Hosting joint-meets is something Norfolk is very proactive about because it increases camaraderie between clubs, but also allows for larger exposure about our mission, work ethic, and unique sport. In addition to our annual hunt fixtures, NHC offers additional events, open to anyone, that are not foxhunts. Taking place on October 20, our annual Westport Hunter Pace is back again for another year. This hunter pace takes riders of any level on an enjoyable route, combining fun and breathtaking views of the Westport River. If you enjoy hunter paces, this is not one to miss! NHC prides ourselves on making our events user friendly—our jumps are traditional, our people are pleasant, and our environment is inviting. Though NHC’s hunt season begins to taper off come early November, there are still a few upcoming events worth mentioning. NHC is so thrilled to once again offer a hunt for junior riders! Whether you are or know a junior who hunts regularly, someone who has never hunted, or an avid pony clubber, we would love to have you! This Hunt takes place on November 17 out of the NHC Kennels and mimics a true hunt, but with the focus being more controlled for the confidence and enjoyment of our younger field members. Following the junior meet is our annual Thanksgiving Day Hunt, held on Thanksgiving morning at NHC’s Steeplechase Course in Medfield, MA. The Thanksgiving Day hunt is open to anyone and we encourage spectators, both horse oriented and not! We hope to see you out this fall either in the hunt field or for one of our other equestrian events. For further information about NHC and all of the events we put on throughout the year, please visit norfolkhunt.com or check us out on Facebook.
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Hunter/Jumper news Sophie Gochman earned the Maxine Beard Show Jumping Developing Rider Award after being the highest placing U.S. Young Rider in the Individual Show Jumping Final at the 2019 FEI North American Youth Championships aboard Carola BH.
PHOTOS: (ABOVE) LINDSAY BROCK/JUMP MEDIA; (BELOW) CALLIE CLEMENT/PHELPS SPORTS
GOLD FOR GOCHMAN The United States Equestrian Team (USET) Foundation recently announced this year’s recipient of the Maxine Beard Show Jumping Developing Rider Award as Sophie Gochman of New York, NY. Gochman earned the award after being the highest placing United States Young Rider at the 2019 FEI North American Youth Championships in the Individual Show Jumping Final aboard Gochman Sport Horses LLC’s Carola BH. The Zone 2 rider earned gold in the event.
the weekend before, winning the inaugural United States Hunter Jumper Association Pony Hunter Derby ChampionshipEast. Riding Winter Tietjen’s Pokerface, Antoniadis earned the top scores in the Classic Hunter Round and Handy Hunter Round to win on an overall score of 175.
VERMONT VICTORIES August at the Vermont Summer Festival, which included the last two weeks of the six-week long event, faired well for New England riders. Jennifer Ritucci, trainer at Saddle Rowe Farm in Medway, MA, claimed the $5,000 New England Hunter Jumper Association (NEHJA) Hunter Derby with Sophia Carbone’s Quidam’s Reveal for the second year in a row. With a score of 86 in the
PASSARELLI ON PONIES New York’s Caroline Passarelli had success at the 2019 United States Equestrian Federation (USEF) Pony Finals in Lexington, KY. In her ninth time at the finals and her last ear eli i le, Passarelli rode Jessica Zandri’s So Charming to champion in the Small Green Pony Hunter division. The Heritage Farm rider also rode Zandri’s Caroline Passarelli rode So Charming to So Dapper to third in the the championship in Large Regular Pony Hunter the Small Green Pony division. Hunter division at the Fellow New Yorker and 2019 United States Heritage rider Kiersten AnEquestrian Federation Pony Finals. toniadis had great results
first round and . in the second round, the duo led from beginning to end to take the victory with an overall score of 169.5. Amy Shafmaster of Portsmouth, NH, won the $5,000 North American League Low Junior/Amateur Jumper Classic with Terrapin Hill Farm, LLC’s Bas e and a . second jump-off time. Shafmaster also finished third in the classic aboard her own Dalton de la Fresniere. At the end of the Festival, Shafmaster claimed circuit champion in the Low Junior/Amateur-Owner Jumper division with her own Carlos. Newbury Farm Barn Manager
Jean Sheptoff rode her own Verdict to the win in the $15,000 NEHJA Hunter Derby during the final week of com etition. total score moved them to the top of the leaderboard, giving the Littleton, MA, rider the win. Arrowhead Farms’ own Kristin Bumpus, of Concord, MA, rode Barbara Lestage’s Diadora to circuit champion in the High Performance Hunter division.
PONY JUMPERS A “job well done” goes out to the Zone 1 team that competed in the USEF Pony Jumper Team National Championship at Pony Finals! The team consisted of Lydia Philbrick on Raisin A Ruckus, Katharine Dade on National Treasure, Alexandra Picard on Café Ole, and Kiley Ahn on Rootbeer Float. Together, the riders were just off the podium with a fourth lace finish and a total of 27 faults. Individually, Philbrick took seventh and Dade finished tenth.
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Sees Chapot Top $50,000 Back on Track Grand Prix THE HITS-ON-THE-HUDSON SUMMER Series concluded after three-weeks of blue ribbons, champion titles, and featured winners in special class offerings in the Wilmington Trust Grand Prix Stadium and the Outside Course. From qualifiers for the Marshall & Sterling Insurance League Finals and HITS Championship to wrapping the week up with the Children’s Hunter Pony Finals and high-performance hunter and jumper competition, Week VI was celebrated with amazing performances from ring to ring. Roberto Teran claimed the first blue ribbon of the featured Open Jumper classes at HITS-on-the-Hudson VI for his ride aboard Diablo La Quadra in the $5,000 Johnson Horse Transportation Open Welcome in a time of 39.458. With a time of 41.092, Declan Egan aboard Quointreau Un Prince took the second place slot. Laura Chapot and Zealous captured the fastest round with a time of 37.909, however four faults set the pair back to third place. The second blue ribbon in the featured class lineup was awarded to Sarah Segal and Performance EP in the $10,000 HITS Jumper Classic. Segal raced through the timers in 39.100 to take the lead. Coming up close behind with a ride time of 39.260 was Chapot aboard Gideon. Also having a clear round was Anthony Sauriol and PBM Cascada Mi Casa, who placed third with a time of 40.149. Clinching the lead in a time of 34.763 was David Raposa and Iliona in the 58
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$25,000 SmartPak Grand Prix, with Madison Goetzmann and Prestigious right on their heels with a time of 34.996, snagging second place. Chapot was once again in the top three, finishing in a time of 36.281 with Chandon Blue to take third place. Chapot rose to the top of the standings for her ride aboard Shooting Star in the $10,000 Saugerties Steamboat Co. Jumper Classic. A time of 43.394 secured the lead for this consistently fast team. Not only did Chapot take top honors, but she also took home the other two positions in the top three. Aboard Umberto, she snagged a time of 43.500 and with Zealous a time of 44.150. Chapot joined the winner’s circle, adding to her list of wins with the blue ribbon in the $50,000 Back on Track Grand Prix. Chapot and Out Of Ireland raced through the timers in 42.989 to produce the only double clear round to secure the win. With a time of 42.147 and four faults was Goetzmann and Prestigious for second place. Also taking four faults was third place winner Andrew Ramsay and Stranger 30, who passed through the timers in 48.396 seconds. Junior and amateur riders were spotlighted in the Wilmington Trust Grand Prix Stadium with various classes. Tori Corts kicked things off with her ride to victory aboard Black Pearl in the $2,500 Pyranha Junior/Amateur-Owner/Amateur (Jr/A-O/Am) 1.20m Jumper Classic. The blue ribbon in the $5,000 Summit Joint
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Performance Jr/A-O/Am 1.30m Jumper Classic went to Savannah Unger and Fundament E. Francesca Bolfo took home the first place prize in the $7,500 Jr/A-O/Am 1.40m Jumper Classic aboard Jadalco. It was a one-two finish for Meghan Knapic as she joined the winner’s circle aboard Encore to be award top honors in the $1,500 Platinum Performance Hunter Prix with scores of 83 and 87 for a total of 170. Aboard Having Said That, Knapic also took second place with a score of 168.5. Anna Leighton with E Jazz, who took a total score of 160, closed out the top three. Knapic and Encore continued their winning ways in the United States Hunter Jumper Association (USHJA) National Hunter Derby, taking home the blue ribbon with scores of 86 and 88 for an overall score of 176. Second place winner Rebecca St. Onge took her spot aboard Lucaya with 158, followed by Lena Rae Reeb and Call Me, who snagged third place with a score of 156. Taking home top honors in the third and final $25,000 USHJA International Hunter Derby of the HITS Saugerties Derby Tour was Hannah Isop for her ride aboard Believe. Isop produced two great rides to be awarded scores of 182 and 197, combining for a score of 379 and the win. Second place winner Jennifer Jones rode to a combined score of 368 with Virgo DC. Laena Romand aboard Uptown took third place with a combined score of 366. It was a special week at HITS with the Children’s Hunter Pony Finals presented by Mona’s Monograms. The
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continued from page 58 finals took place over two days and three rounds of competition; the Model (20% of Overall Score), Under Saddle (30% of Overall Score), and Over Fences (50% of Overall Score). Riders compete for Grand Champion in their size as well as for Overall Grand Champion of all three sizes. Taking home the Grand Champion title of the Children’s Hunter Pony Finals Small Section was Madison McHugh and Clovermeade Brother Bunny with an overall score of 81 after three rounds of competition. Cooper Spacek and Ain’t
That A Kick, with a total score of 74.3, took second place. Clovermeade Brilliant Bunny rode to third place with Sophie Sobkowiak in the irons with an overall score of 72.2. The standings were close in the Children’s Hunter Pony Medium Section. Sami Zebersky and Hopscoth scored a 77.4, just one point ahead of second place, to take home the Champion title. Jenna Bach and Woodlands Churchill rode to a 76.4 overall for second, while Elenour Horrigan and Gone Fishin’ captured a score of 75.8 for third place. The standings in the Large Section of the Children’s Hunter Pony Finals were once again tight. Ultimately, Anastasia
Klyashtorny and I Spy A Rainbow took the Champion title with the top score of 82.2 after all three rounds of competition. Second place winners Natalie Shin and Effervescent finished with an overall score of 81.8, with third place winners Horrigan and Blue On Bye finishing close behind with an overall score of 80.2. The Overall Grand Champion was crowned after three sections of the Children’s Hunter Pony Finals completed as Klyashtorny and I Spy A Rainbow took the high score of 82.2. Shin and Effervescent took second with a score of 81.8, followed by McHugh and Clovermeade Brother Bunny with a score of 81. Team Canada claimed the gold in the United States Hunter Jumper Association North American Young Rider Show Jumping Team Championship at the Adequan FEI North American Youth Championships.
Canada Takes Gold PHOTO: SEL PHOTOGRAPHY/COURTESY OF THE UNITED STATES EQUESTRIAN FEDERATION
In United States Hunter Jumper Association North American Young Rider Show Jumping Team Championship IT ALL CAME DOWN TO THE last round, but the Canadian team clinched victory in the United States Hunter Jumper Association (USHJA) North American Young Rider Show Jumping Team Championship at the Adequan FEI North American Youth Championships, presented by Gotham North, at Old Salem Farm in North Salem, NY, on August 2. Earlier in the day, Mexico won the USHJA North American Junior Rider Show Jumping Team Championship, while the USHJA Zone 4/10 team earned gold medals in the USHJA North American Children’s Rider Show Jumping Team Championship. As the last to jump for the Canadian Young Rider team, 17-year-old Sam
Walker from Caledon, Ontario, had the weight of expectation on his shoulders as he cantered MarBill Hill Farm’s Coralissa, a nine-year-old Holsteiner mare, around the Marina Azevedodesigned course. A clean round would earn gold; a rail would mean silver. It had been since 2003 that a Canadian Young Rider team had won gold. Walker, who was also leading the Young Rider individual standings, turned in a clear round to secure gold for Canada with a 19.25-fault team total. “We had an unfortunate time fault in the first round that stopped us from having a true double-clear, but I’m very happy with her,” said Walker. “I’m truly grateful to have the ride on her, as I don’t own her myself. I thought
she jumped both rounds exceptionally today. The first round, I had a little issue with the time, but that was all on me. She jumped the water great in both rounds and jumped the triple amazing both rounds. She really handled herself with a lot of maturity for such a young horse.” Mackenzie Wray’s clear second round after a four-fault first round on Makim Holdings Inc.’s Jewel LVP, a 10-year-old Belgian Warmblood mare, also helped secure the gold. Twentyyear-old Wray from Loretto, Ontario, was showing in her first NAYC. “I thought she handled the courses amazingly,” she said. “The rail in the first class was all my fault. I’ve jumped in some big classes with her this past year, and she’s never let me down. The second course, I thought she might be a bit tired, but she was the exact same horse. I’m so grateful to be able to ride such an amazing horse.” Dannie Murphy of Charlottetown, Prince Edward Island, posted scores of one time fault and four faults over the two rounds with Martie Murphy’s Isabeau de Laubry, an 11-year-old Belgian Warmblood mare. Twentyyeary-old Samantha Starratt from Calgary, Alberta, had a solid day on Day 1 of the competition with Tonia Anderson’s Akolito, an 11-year-old Westfalian gelding, but collected 13 and 16 faults over the two rounds of day two. The USHJA Zone 10 team was
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continued from page 59 of Palo Alto, CA, riding Marigold Sporhorses LLC and her own Don’s Diamant, an 11-year-old KWPN stallion; 17-year-old Emma Catherine Reichow from Menlo Park, CA, on her own Forever Alive, a nine-yearold KWPN mare; 18-year-old Cate Tomlinson of Palo Alto, CA, riding her
own Hawai van Paemel, a 12-year-old Belgian Warmblood mare; and 19-yearold Alessandra Volpi of Woodside, CA, and her own Foster, an 11-year-old Hanoverian gelding, earned the silver with 22.49 faults. The USHJA Zone 2 team included 16-year-old Sophie Gochman of New York, NY, riding Gochman Sport Horses LLC’s Carola BH, a 12-yearold KWPN mare; 18-year-old Carley
McInerney from Randolph, NJ, on Stephanie Morrison’s Charmeur P, a 12-year-old KWPN gelding; 15-yearold Gigi Moynihan from Bedminster, NJ, on Christy Johnson’s Blixten, an 11-year-old gelding; and 18-year-old Gracie Allen of Moorestown, NJ, riding Horseware Ireland’s Rivage de Lormay, a 14-year-old Selle Francais gelding, who finished in bronze with 36.36 faults. Laura Fischer and Tradition De La Roque won the Silver Oak Jumper Tournament $75,000 Agero Grand Prix.
Topped by Laura Fischer and Tradition De La Roque FOLLOWING A WEEK OF BEAUTIFUL courses, stunningly turned-out horses, great weather, impressive teamwork and camaraderie, and round after round of excellent rides across all divisions for amateurs and International elite athletes alike, the Silver Oak Jumper
Tournament, held August 14-18, 2019 at Fieldstone Show Park in Halifax, MA, welcomed the last day of the event and its highlight class, the $75,000 Agero Grand Prix. With horse and rider pairs ready for competition under clear skies, the
Fuqua Wins With Prestige Marshall & Sterling/United States Equestrian Federation Pony Medal Final THE 2019 UNITED STATES Equestrian Federation (USEF) Pony Finals presented by Collecting Gaits Farm came to its conclusion on August 11 with the Marshall & Sterling/USEF Pony Medal Final taking center stage at 60
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the Alltech Arena. A total of 197 young athletes competed for the coveted title over a solid track designed by Jasen Shelley. A total of 20 riders with four from the small section, 10 from the medium section, and six from the
large section returned for the second round over another challenging course. Judges Thomas Brennan and Ken Smith required no further testing, and Kat Fuqua was declared the 2019 champion. Fuqua of Atlanta, GA, rode Prestige, her eight-year-old Belgian Riding Pony gelding, to the top of the leaderboard after the first round. She and trainer Jimmy Torano planned to hold on to the position at the top of the leader-
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2019 Silver Oak Jumper Tournament $75,000 Agero Grand Prix
Olympic-like Grand Prix began. In the first round, longtime brilliant course designer Olaf Peterson Jr. put horses and riders to the test, and only five were able to keep all fences up over the first round 1.50m technical course. This made for electrifying competition in the jump off. Second place winner and Olympic silver medalist Anne Kursinski was a fraction of a second off aboard U.K., finishing the jump-off clear in 36.326 seconds, of the winning time ridden by Laura Fischer. This allowed the up-and-coming rider to clench her very first grand prix victory against the many Olympians and the best in the sport. Twenty-one-year-old Fischer, from Bedford, NY, rode a superb double clear round in 35.905 seconds aboard Tradition De La Roque. David Raposa was very close behind, riding Illona with a time of 36.406; the duo took third. When asked how she felt about her win and what it meant to her, Fischer said, “the vibe you get from this whole place with all of the people who come here, it’s monumental…you know it’s a very special event, and it just feels like you’re riding for something important. Silver Oak makes you feel more amped up than other grand prix and you could definitely feel it in the air.”
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board with another smooth trip over the second-round course. “The first round, I wasn’t too nervous, because I had already been champion [with Prestige earlier in the week], so I was just going in to have fun,” explained Fuqua. “For the second round, I was definitely a lot more nervous. I just trusted [Prestige] and talked to him and tried to relax.” Fuqua executed the plan, delivering a flawless round. For the awards, the top 10 who entered the ring had delivered strong performances, but it was ultimately Fuqua who was announced as the champion. “I was really shocked; I was really happy. It was a big relief,” said Fuqua of the win. Maddie Tosh from Milton, GA, claimed the reserve champion title with Bit of Love, Betsee Parker’s 13-year-old Welsh Pony cross gelding, while Shiloh
Roseboom of Corona, CA, took home third place honors with Buzzworthy, Enchantment Farms LLC’s 11-year-old Welsh pony gelding.
Victoria Colvin Makes History with El Primero As Three-time Platinum Performance/United States Hunter Jumper Association International Hunter Derby Champion
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ALWAYS A FORCE TO BE RECKoned with in the derby ring, Victoria Colvin once again proved her mastery of the handy course and made history as a three-time winner of the Platinum Performance/United States Hunter Jumper Association (USHJA) International Hunter Derby Championship on August 18, this time topping the score card by nearly 25 points in the 2019 installment aboard Meralex Farm, Inc.’s El Primero. Entering the day as the frontrunners following the classic round, defending champion Colvin and El Primero extended their lead ahead of 35 of the nation’s best hunter contenders with a textbook trip that earned them nearperfect scores. Colvin and El Primero left Kentucky with nearly $45,000 in prize money and the coveted status as the 2019 champions, marking the professional’s feat in program history as the first rider to claim the championship rosette aboard three different horses.
As seasoned veterans as the course designers for the championship, the team of Alan Lohman and Danny Moore once again constructed an expert handy track for the returning contenders. Presenting 13 efforts that included four high-option fences, the pattern featured a two-stride combination, one-stride combination, and a horseshoe jump, in addition to a number of inside turn options to aid competitors in showcasing handiness. Following the first day of riding, 36 of the best-scoring duos were invited back to the ring for one final chance at the title over the strategic course, but the championship excitement was truly seen as the top seven qualifiers took center stage. In seventh position after the classic phase, Patricia Griffith and Callie Seaman’s Diamante pushed themselves to the top of the leaderboard with a score of 302 as the first partnership to break the 300 point threshold, finishing on a composite score of 568 to jump
Kat Fuqua won the 2019 Marshall & Sterling/United States Equestrian Federation Pony Medal Final Championship aboard Prestige.
to the lead by 15 points at the time. As challengers continued to contest the pattern, their scores would fall short until West Coast representative Nick Haness and Lindsey Schiefelbein’s Verdict logged a noteworthy score of 302, matching that set forth by Griffith and Diamante. Combined with their initial tally of 276.50, Haness and Verdict eclipsed the leading pair, thanks to a two-round score of 578.50 as the second-to-last exhibitors, putting the pressure on Colvin and El Primero to deliver. Ultimately, none of the scores from the previous 35 horse-and-rider combinations mattered, as Colvin and El Primero shattered Haness’ lead by 24.5 points to set themselves apart as the clear 2019 champions. Garnering base scores of 92, 94, and 95, plus 12 additional points for successfully navigating the high option fences and 26 handy bonus points out of a possible 30, the talented team landed on a chart-topping 319 points in the handy round and a cumulative score of 603 to emerge as the clear 2019 Platinum Performance/USHJA International Hunter Derby Championship winners. “It feels amazing. He went in there and was the best he could be. I couldn’t have done it without the team that was behind him,” Colvin stated about her mount. “It’s been a special night. I was
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concluded the 2019 edition of the finals in fifth position with a two-day point total of 562.
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Victoria Colvin and El Primero topped the Platinum Performance/United States Hunter Jumper Association International Hunter Derby Championship.
a little bit [nervous]. After Peter went, he was still a little bit impressed and then I thought ‘Uh oh, Primo needs to be really good.’ He really rose up to the occasion. It never gets old. I’ve been showing in this derby for a long time. To win it once, and then now a couple of times, the feeling never gets old. It’s so amazing with the crowd here and the feeling is great. It never dies down. Today was just as special as the first time winning.” In his Derby Championship debut, Haness claimed the reserve championship honors with Verdict, and as the highest-placing of the Tier II pairs based on winnings throughout the qualifying period, he added to his total prize money thanks to the Tier II rider bonus. Griffith and Diamante held onto third position to round out the podium. With 562.50 points, California-based Jenny Karazissis and Michelle Cobb’s Really were awarded fourth place overall, and Jimmy Torano aboard Isalou Inc.’s Argentus
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BY TERISÉ COLE
Eventing news [LEFT] Madeline Lichten and Yarrow helped their team ride to third in the CCI3*-S Level Team Competition at the 2019 Adequan North American Youth Championships. [RIGHT] Elisabeth Halliday-Sharp and Deniro Z were named to the updated United States Equestrian Federation Elite Training List.
the Foundation will continue effie s le ac and su ort a vi rant equestrian e erience for selected young riders.
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NAYC RESULTS Congratulations go out to the Area I riders that competed at the 2019 Adequan North American Youth Championships (NAYC) presented by Gotham North, this year held during The Event at Rebecca Farm in Kalispell, MO. The CCI2*-L Level Team Competition saw Area I’s Libby Scruton, of New York, with Silver Flash and Isabel Finemore, of New York, with Craig Mor Tom rode alongside Area V’s Samantha Tinney and Kit Ferguson to take fourth with 132.2 score. Madeline Lichten, of Massachusetts, and Yarrow; Katie Lichten, of Massachusetts, and Sapphire Blue B; and Sami Crandell, of Georgia, with Fernhill Chaos rode alongside Area II’s Megan Loughnane to take third in the CCI3*-S Level Team Competition with a score of 135.3. Individually in the CCIJ2*-L, Finemore took twent first and twenty-fourth out of a large group with Rutherglen and Craig Mor Tom, respectively. In the CCIY3*-S individual competition, Katie and Sapphire Blue B took second with a 31.8, Madeline and arrow finished si th with a ,
and Crandell ended in eleventh with Fernhill Chaos and a 65.5.
TRAINING LIST UPDATES The United States Equestrian Federation announced recent updates to the 2019 Elite, Development Pre-Elite, and Development Potential Training Lists of the U.S. Eventing Pathway Program. The following athletes have been approved by an Ad Hoc Group of the Eventing Sport Committee at the recommendation of U.S. Eventing Performance Director Erik Duvander, with input from his Performance Advisory Team. Phillip Dutton of West Grove, PA, and Boyd Martin of Cochranville, PA, were on the Elite Training List, with Z and Tsetserleg, respectively. Elisabeth Halliday-Sharp of Ocala, FL, and Deniro Z; Caroline Martin of Miami Beach, FL, and Islandwood Captain Jack; Martin with Long Island T and On Cue; Doug Payne of Aiken, SC, with Starr Witness and Vandiver; Tamie Smith of Murrieta, CA, and Mai Baum; Lynn Symansky of Middleburg, VA, with Under Suspection and RF Cool Play; and Frankie Thieriot Stutes of
Occidental, CA, and Chatwin were named to the Development PreElite Training List. Maya Black of Clinton, WA; Jenny Caras of Cartersville, GA; Katherine Coleman of New Orleans, LA; Hallie Coon of Ocala, FL; Sydney Elliott of Bossier City, LA; Matthew Flynn of Reddick, FL; Ariel Grald of Vass, NC; Allie nowles of e in ton, and le eal of eddick, F , were named to the Development Potential Training List.
CONDOLENCES We are sad to report the passing of ennifer effie ha in of Wenham, MA, while competing at the Green Mountain Horse Association’s Festival of Eventing in South Woodstock, VT, on August 11. Chapin and her horse, Joinem, a 12-year-old Thoroughbred gelding, suffered a rotational fall in the cross-country warm-up. To honor her memory, the Chapin and Wilkins families have established the Jennifer Wilkins Chapin Foundation, which will award grants and stipends to organizations and individuals to support young riders in the Northeastern United States. Contributions to
PERSONAL BEST Shout out to Will Faudree, of Hoffman, NC, and Jennifer Mosing and Sterling Silver Stables’ Pfun for keeping their lead from cross-country and all the poles up over Marc Donovan’s Advanced show jumping course to win the division on their dressage score of 29.10. That score is a personal best for Will and the 12-year-old Irish Sport Horse gelding, plus it marks their first time crackin the s at the Advanced level.
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Connecticut Dressage and Combined Training Association Continues 2019 Schooling Show Series ARTICLE BY MARYANN SMITH
THE CONNECTICUT DRESSAGE and Combined Training Association (CDCTA) will be wrapping up the 2019 Dressage & Combined Training Schooling Show series on October 6 at the Westbrook Hunt Club in Westbrook, CT. To all the participants, volunteers, and supporters of our show series, CDCTA extends deepest thanks and gratitude. This year was an exceptionally spectacular and well-attended series! Each show welcomes competitors from all over New England, juniors and adults, traditional and western dressage riders, horses of every breed and age, classes from
Leadline to Prix St George, and combined training riders of all levels. Results from all three shows are available on the website. Looking forward to 2020, CDCTA is pleased to announce its decision to participate in the new United States Dressage Federation (USDF) Regional Schooling Show Awards Program. Open to USDF group members (included in CDCTA membership), this program will offer recognition in open, junior/young rider, adult amateur, and non-professional divisions. Stay tuned for more information about this exciting new awards opportunity!
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presented by Gotham North (NAYC) takes it a step further and invited individual competitors to band together by Area and cheer each other on.
Whether it’s horse and rider partnership or a team of strangers making life-long friendships, the podium winners of CCIJ2*-L and CCIY3*-S were glowing with the aftermath of a job well done. Charlotte Babbitt won the gold medal in CCIJ2*-L representing Area VI after a dressage score of 24.0 and double clears in cross-country and show jumping. Elizabeth Henry and Benjamin Noonan won second
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Judge Tara Manion with a competitor at Connecticut Dressage & Combined Training Association’s July Dressage and Two-Phase Schooling Show at Treasure Hill Farm.
For club members, it’s time to think about year end awards. CDCTA is proud to offer awards in dressage, combined training, and eventing, at both schooling and recognized show levels, and participates in the Thoroughbred Incentive Program. The special Ernie Award, which recognizes an “awesome horse,” is presented to the junior or adult amateur rider with the best dressage score. All members are reminded of the required four hours of volunteer time, and all show entries, especially from non-CDCTA shows, to be submitted by November 6. Award recipients will be honored with ribbons and prizes at the club banquet in January, with the date and location to be announced. If you have ever considered joining CDCTA, besides getting first dibs on clinics and events, as well as amazing camaraderie and friendships, you will also be able to participate in the fantastic year end awards! More information about the awards program can be found on the website. At the end of August, CDCTA hosted a two-day stadium and cross-country clinic at Apple Knoll Farm in Millis, MA, with 5* International Event Rider and United States Eventing Association Instructors Certification Program-certified instructor/clinician Adrienne Iorio. Attendees focused on stadium coursework and jumping exercises at this beautiful facility on Saturday. On Sunday, participants were able to apply the exercises practiced the day before out on the spectacular cross-country course, which features a newly added water jump. Please check out the CDCTA Facebook page for pictures and comments, and follow for future educational clinics and events. We look forward to seeing lots of club members at the Massachusetts Equine Affaire, and wish everyone a safe and Happy Halloween!
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and third with scores of 24.9 and 27.0, respectively. All three CCIJ2*-L podium riders finished with double clears in cross-country and show jumping. With Henry on their team, Area VIII pulled away with a decisive team victory in CCIJ2*-L with a combined score of 90.6. “[My horse and I] had our heads on straight, so that was a very calming feeling,” said Henry’s teammate Gracie Elliott of her horse Ballylanders Finn McCool. “Once I started and came down from the first jump and got over it, I was like ‘Okay, I think we got this.’” In the CCIY3*-S division, William Kidwell and his horse Tremolo were great under pressure, a double clear in show jumping clinched his firstplace award with an individual score of 29.0. He echoed the 2019 NAYC theme of teamwork. “Support is the biggest takeaway,” he reiterated. “I wouldn’t be here without it.” Katie Lichten finished in second place on her horse Sapphire Blue B with a score of 31.8 and Cosby Green secured a third-place position on
Takine De La Barais with a score of 33.1. Lichten spoke to the full circle of competing with a team, “If you have a good day - celebrate that. But also, be ready to pick up your teammates. Not everyone is going to have their best week.” The Area III/VII team followed in Kidwell’s consistent hoof prints and performed a very clean show jumping test overall. After fluctuating on the leaderboard, this team was consistent when it mattered and took a commanding lead to claim the gold medal with a score of 107.3. Area IV/VIII took silver with an overall score of 129.2 and Area I/II finished bronze with 135.3. Mid-day, the grounds began to echo with the sound of the Canadian national anthem. Sabrina Glaser had taken the gold in CCI4*-S on her horse Rembrandt with a score of 43.9. Glaser glowed with the memory of the long road it took to get to this point. “She [owner, Patricia Yust] has been there from the beginning to watch all of those little steps. She knows how hard it’s been,” said Glaser. But in discussing the performance this week she described her relationship with Rembrandt as it has grown, “We have a great partnership and I know him
really well.” To close the final day of an exciting week, Jennie Brannigan edged ahead of Lauren Billys in the CCI4*-L show jumping. With a double clear round, Brannigan maintained her score of 32.9 on Stella Artois, taking the gold medal. There was stillness across the arena as Billys entered, and the first and second standing reversed when Billys knocked a rail down in the Swedish oxer. After a tough journey to get to this point Brannigan was tangibly emotional coming into this unexpected win. “Time goes on, things happen. This sports’ tough but we’ve got good people around us and it makes it possible to keep going,” said Jennie about her supporters. Lauren Billys finished in second on Purdy Syndicates’ Castle Larchfield Purdy with a score of 35.0. This score qualifies Billys to ride in the 2020 Olympics in Tokyo, a sight she has set her eyes on throughout the competition. William Kidwell had a double clear in show jumping on Tremolo, earning his first lace award with an individual score of 29.0. [RIGHT] Jennie Brannigan maintained a score of 2. on Stella rtois taking the gold medal in the .
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[LEFT] Isabelle Braden and Dali de La Ferme Rose took fourth place in the Juniors Freestyle at the North American Youth Championships. [RIGHT] Victoria Moricco rode Flash to claim the United States Dressage Federation Freestyle title for Adult Amateurs at the 2019 National Dressage Pony Cup and Small Horse Championships.
BRAGGING RIGHTS FOR BRADEN Region III dressage star Isabelle Braden rode her heart out aboard Chris and Erin Braden’s 10-year-old bay Hanoverian gelding, Dali de La Ferme Rose, at the North American Youth Championships held at Old Salem Farm in North Salem, NY, July 30 to August 4. In the Individual Competition Juniors Freestyle, the pair scored a 71.025%, 66
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taking the fourth place spot.
GREENER PASTURES We are sad to report the loss of a great horse in the area, Deveraux at Sperry View Farm in Bethany, CT. “Devon” had been a resident at the farm for several years, long enough to be nicknamed the queen of the barn. Condolences go out to all those who knew this special mare. NEW PAIRING Congratulations to Caroline Tall at Windhorse Dressage, located in Sherborn, MA, on the purchase of the gorgeous five-year-old British Hanoverian mare, Daqing! These two plan to train this winter in Florida and we can’t wait to see them work together! ALL ABOUT ATKINSON Atkinson Riding Academy out of Atkinson, NH, had barn members make their way to Concord, MA, August 3-4 for the Bear Spot USDF Shows I
and II. Not only did the girls have a great time, but they also went home with ribbons galore! Devon Moore and Just Another Babe received second place with a 60% in her Second Level, Test 1. She is currently two scores away from earning her bronze. Taylor Bruneau aboard Verragio received a 62.24% in First Level Test 1, earning herself the red ribbon. Abby Gilbert received a 64.483% in Training Level Test 3 and a 66.369% at First Level Test 3 on Double Shot of Mac. She received Champion Horse, Reserve Champion Young Rider for the day, and has qualified for regionals!
NEW GRANT The Board of Directors of The Dressage Foundation (TDF) announced that a new volunteer award has been created in memory of former board member extraordinaire, Judith Noone. The award will be presented to TDF volunteers who exemplify Judith’s enthusiasm
and dedication to the advancement of dressage. A plaque will be permanently displayed in F s office and en raved with recipients’ names. TDF lans to announce the first recipient by the end of 2019.
LOCATION DETERMINED The Lamplight Equestrian Center in Wayne, IL, has been named as the host location for the 2020 and 2021 U.S. Dressage Festival of Champions. The U.S. Dressage Festival of Champions hosts all 14 United States Equestrian Federation (USEF) Dressage National Championships, including the Markel/USEF Young and Developing Horse Dressage National Championships and the USEF Young Adult ‘Brentina Cup’ Dressage National Championships, in conjunction with the other dressage divisions. The 2020 and 2021 U.S. Dressage Festival of Champions will take place from August 18-23, 2020, and August 17-22, 2021.
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VICTORIOUS VICTORIA Pony fans beat the heat at the 2019 National Dressage Pony Cup and Small Horse Championship Show, held July 19-21, 2019 at Lamplight Equestrian Center in Wayne, IL. Amongst the many impressive rides was Victoria Moricco of Howell, NJ, who rode her own North American Sport Pony Registry gelding, Flash, to a score of 75.867%, topping the United States Dressage Federation (USDF) Freestyle test for Adult Amateurs.
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[LEFT] Annelise Klepper and Happy Texas Moonlight rode to the gold medal in the United States Dressage Federation (USDF) North American Dressage Junior Freestyle Championship. [RIGHT] Callie Jones and Don Philippo took home the gold in the USDF North American Dressage Young Rider Freestyle Championship.
Jones and Klepper Capture Freestyle Gold
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At Adequan FEI North American Youth Championships JUNIOR AND YOUNG RIDER competitors performed their freestyle tests to music on the final day of the Adequan FEI North American Youth Championships presented by Gotham North (NAYC) at Old Salem Farm in North Salem, NY. In the United States Dressage Federation (USDF) North American Dressage Young Rider Freestyle Championship, Callie Jones and Don Philippo captured the gold medal. Annelise Klepper rode Happy Texas Moonlight to the gold medal in the USDF North American Dressage Junior Freestyle Championship. Twenty-one-year-old Jones of Henderson, KY, and USDF Region 2, is a member of the Discover Dressage United States Equestrian Federation (USEF)/USDF Emerging Athlete Program. She and Don Philippo, her 11-year-old Hanoverian gelding, also took the gold medal in the USDF North American Young Rider Individual Championship. In the Freestyle, they scored 74.710% for the gold, marking a highly successful career at the North American Youth Championships. “It’s truly just a bittersweet moment because I’m aging out and that’s the last time I’m going to do that freestyle,” said Jones, who choreographed and worked on the music with Cynthia Thomas. While they won the bronze medal in the Freestyle in 2018, Jones chose not to adjust her choreography, instead focusing on improving each movement.“I just always strive to do better. The
choreography is not the most difficult, but I know if I can nail each move, then I’m going to be rewarded for it. I always have so much fun riding it and love the music.” The silver medal in the Young Rider Freestyle went to 19-year-old Kayla Kadlubek, of Fairfax Station, VA, and member of the Discover Dressage USEF/ USDF Emerging Athlete Program, on Perfect Step, her 18-year-old Hanoverian gelding. They received a score of 73.505%. The pair also won the bronze medal in the Individual Championship this week and helped USDF Region 1 to the team gold medal. “I was extremely happy with my test today,” said Kadlubek, who designed the choreography and picked the music herself. “I went in there with the mindset of, ‘I’m just going to have fun and go for it.’ This freestyle means so much to me. I made it myself and it’s from The Greatest Showman. The lyrics mean so much to me. I love riding it. He was just on fire today. I couldn’t be happier with him.” Adding a bronze along with her two previous silver medals to her medal haul, 19-year-old Vanessa Creech-Terauds from Caistor Centre, Ontario, rode Fleur de Lis, Louise Leatherdale’s 10-year-old mare to the podium with a 73.490%. “Up until this year, I’ve actually taken a different horse to the championships every year,” said Creech-Terauds, who was competing at her fifth NAYC. “This is my first time taking the same horse. This championship is always one of the best
weeks of the year, so I just really look forward to it. This year, having taken Fleur for the second time, this time in the Young Riders, I was extremely motivated. I’m so proud and happy to say that she exceeded my expectations.” Fourteen-year-old Klepper from McCutchenville, OH, collected her second gold medal at the 2019 NAYC by winning the USDF North American Junior Rider Dressage Freestyle Championship. She and Happy Texas Moonlight rose to the top of the podium with a 73.250%, her best Freestyle score to date. Klepper concluded her NAYC debut with three medals, previously winning silver with USDF Region 2 in the USDF North American Junior Dressage Team Championship on Wednesday and gold in the USDF North American Junior Individual Test. Seventeen-year-old Jori Dupel of Wilsonville, OR, represented USDF Region 6 aboard Fiderprinz, earning silver with a score of 71.625%, and 16-year-old Dennesy Rogers, from Thousand Oaks, CA, represented USDF Region 7 with Chanel, claiming bronze with a 71.250%. Klepper performed a borrowed freestyle from fellow barn mate Patty Keene, who coached her on the test leading up to the NAYC. This was the first time Klepper performed this freestyle, and she made it count with the 12-year-old Oldenburg gelding owned by Shannon Klepper. “I’m really proud of my horse and how well he was with me today. He saved me a couple of times, especially on the changes,” said Klepper, who is the first junior NAYC competitor to win double individual gold since Jenna Upchurch (USDF Region 4) did so in at the 2016 NAYC. “I’m happy with my test today and thankful to Patty and everyone who has helped me with this freestyle to polish and nail it down.” October 2019
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Driving news Mary Phillips won the blue in the Large Single Pony division while driving Cooper at the Orleton Farm Driving Competition.
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as the Large Pony Champion and Pony Grand Champion, diann encer ones as the Small Pony Champion, Albert Andersen as Single Horse Grand Champion, Wendy Wells as ovice hi ham ion and ovice hi rand ham ion, oan c ahon as ham ion, arol lacqua as til ity Champion, and Stephanie Himlin as Pair Champion.
BORKOWSKI AT BECANCOUR ark Borkowski of onnecticut had an awesome weekend at the Becancour om bined Driving Event. Borkowski
took home the blue ribbon for best presentation for the show and the second for est intermediate. e also finished dou le clean in cones with a strong marathon.
CONDOLENCES ondolences to athi eters, of Morrill, ME, on the loss of her husband Les Peters. Anyone who knew es knew how much he loved life and horses. He also served as an Advisory Trustee of the Carriage Museum at Skyline Farm in North Yarmouth, ME, for many years. Our thoughts are with the Peters family.
WORK IT WEBER Shout out to Chester Weber of cala, F , for finishin fourth individuall at achen, erman . e er claimed second in dressa e with . penalty points points, twelfth in marathon with a score of . , and fifth in cones with a enalt score . , cumulatin a score of . With Amadeus, Boris W, First Edition, and Gouveneur in four-in-hand.
Pair Champion Stephanie Himlin of Honeoye Falls, NY, driving Timex and Rolex at the Lorenzo Driving Competition.
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LOVING LORENZO It was a fabulous weekend at the Lorenzo Driving Competition held in Cazenovia, NY. Aimee ensen rou ht home first in preliminary Very Small Equine dressa e and first lace in the timed drive. Jensen was also Reserve Champion VSE driver in the pleasure show. ans eudel was second in the Single Horse Preliminary dressage and also took home the Tiny Rubinstein Award. Kelly Hartford took home Reserve Champion Large Pony and Debbie Shoemaker North took the ham ion ovice on . enneth Perkins had a third in preliminar dressa e and he rocked the timed drive, he ot the e act time, earnin he ost ccurate Timed Country Drive award. eakin of s ecial awards, many additional winners at the com etition were reco ni ed. haron Baum received the est dressa e score in rainin divi sion, with Megan Sorenson takin the est dressa e score in in the Preliminary division, and Jillian Stroh earning top honors in the Intermediate division. For the driving show on Saturday and Sunday, the division cham ions were ar hilli s
ONE FOR ALL AT ORLETON This year the organizers of the Orleton Farm Driving Competition in tock rid e, , held August 8-11, stepped up their game and delivered a show that will live in many folks’ memories. Congratulations to all drivers in artici ation, includin Single Horse B division, High Point Gentleman Champion Jeff Morse, Champion Pony Pair winner Ray Morton, Utility division cham ion ichele Johnson, VSE Champion Wendy Barbato, and Large Single Pony division winner Mary Phillips.
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[LEFT] Janet Yager at Orleton Farm in West Stockbridge, MA, in August. [RIGHT] Tom Burgess driving at Colonial Carriage’s Orleton Show.
Saratoga Driving Association Suggests Making a Routine ARTICLE AND PHOTOS SUBMITTED BY CAROL FRANK
THE SARATOGA DRIVING Association is pleased to report that we just finished a great year of driving! Colonial Carriage Driving Society’s Orleton Show in West Stockbridge, MA, reached new heights since its move to August. My take away from it, and our Super Days of Driving at Akers Acres in Valatie, NY, was that great driving comes from hard work and preparation. There are no shortcuts and it is not a oneperson job. The need for help increases if not every day, then every year. Where are we supposed to get help? Janet Yager said that her secret is a friend that has stuck with her and loves to help, doesn’t drive, and has been with her for years. Loved ones are not the answer, nor offspring, or folks that have aged out, or young ones glued to their phones. Where is this person willing and eager to help us pursue our sport? Where is the perfect navigator, show mom, helper, and assistant? Perhaps the answer is in the present. Maybe this is the time that we train ourselves and our horses how
we want to do things. To build a routine—this is how I harness, how I keep my equipment, what I do to prepare for a drive, a show, a session in the ring, and put everything away. Every detail is polished and everything is clear, so that if you can find someone willing to help sometimes, you will be able to make the best use of their time and keep them. There should be a standard warm up routine that you stick to and you and the horse expect and always do. Robin Groves told me and someday I will institute that plan. Someday, I will harness and hitch the same way every time. Someday, my horse will come out of the stall, put on her harness and hitch herself up perfectly, but that might take a while. Someday I will know exactly how to make 10-, 20-, and 40-meter
circles and every time my pony gets too fast, I will execute perfect circles and half halts, even at a show. But to do it I need to think about it, plan, and work with my horse over the long winter months to improve every aspect of my driving, because nothing comes if you don’t know exactly what you want and work at it. Stay tuned for announcements about our Annual Meeting on our Facebook page and our website at saratogadriving.com.
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Western news
[LEFT] Carly Jenkins and Two Legit To Quit took home Youth 14-18 Trail Champion, Reserve High-Point 14-18 Champion, and Reserve All Around 14-18 Champion at the American Quarter Horse Association Region 6 Super Six. [ABOVE] Regina Downey on Aspen Five OH took home the Reserve Champion title in Level 1 Adult Amateur at the Northeast Western Dressage Championships.
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CONGRATS TO CRYSTAL! Crystal Farm LLC made the drive from Dunstable, MA, to New Jersey for the Eastern Pennsylvania Reining Horse Association Fire Cracker Classic and Derbies, held August 1-4. The team of Frances Simmons and My Daddy is Dually had a great weekend, takin first in the on ro, rime Time Non Pro, and Masters Non Pro. Simmons also rode Chikita Code to First in the Novice Horse Non Pro Levels 1 and 2. Lindsey Porteous and Go All In took fourth in the Youth 14-18 class. anice esrosiers took first with D G Boonshiner in the Non Pro Ranch Riding class. Anthony “Ty” Suratt and Heza Custom Cash had great rides as well, claiming second in the Novice Horse Open. Great job to all!
States Exposition Center. Christina Carlson and Code Red Charlie rode well, earning themselves the Amateur Trail Champion title. Eliza Roberts and He Rocked the Party were the class winners in Level 1 14-18 Horsemanship. Another duo placing highly was Carly Jenkins and Two Legit To uit, takin home first in outh 14-18 Trail, Reserve High-Point 14-18, and Reserve All Around 14-18. Another reserve title went to Sue Muller and Huntin the Buckles in Select All Around. Jill Thomas and It’s Al Ways Sumthing took home High-Point Select All Around and All Around Select Amateur. Andrea Schneebaum and ust e Batt an took first in Level 1 Select Horsemanship and Jessica Ross earned Circuit Champion Green Pleasure.
POWER TO POWDER BROOK Hailing from Harwinton, CT, the Powder Brook Farm team made their way to the annual American Quarter Horse Association Region 6 Super Six, held at the Eastern
BOWS TO BUCKLEY! Congratulations to Isabella Buckley of Preston, CT, for her success at the ational naf e Bit Association World Championship Show and Breeders
Championship Futurity. She duo took home the champion ribbon and trophy in the Horsemanship 13 and Under class and the Level 1 Youth Horsemanship class aboard Roses Only.
YAY FOR YANKEES The Yankee Reining Horse Association held its annual Summer Spectacular at The Showplex in Hamburg, NY, the last weekend in July for those near and far to participate in reining fun! With great draws and runs left and right, the competition was no match for Dan Sanborn of M.D.S Farms in Salisbury, NH. For owner Heather Wilson-Labbe, Sanborn took first in the hree ear ld Open Futurity with Lil Whizkey Surprise. The duo topped the class on a score of 216.5! Pufpaff Reining Horses’ Travis Pufpaff, of Colden, NY, was also victorious at the Summer Spectacular. Pufpaff took home the $1,000 Non-Pro on a score of 218.5 aboard CZ LadysLuvChocolate.
PHOTOS: (LEFT) KELLEY ROCHE; (ABOVE) ANNE LAMORIELLO
CHEERS FOR CHAMPIONS On Sunday, August 11, the second annual Northeast Western Dressage Championships were held at the Stockade Polo and Saddle Club in Glenville, NY. Congratulations to all riders in attendance, especially the high score riders, which were Junior Haley Whittaker and Adult Amateur Sandra Wooding. The Intro Level Adult Amateur Championship went to the team of S.H. Bismarque and Joan Caradona, while the Reserve Championship was awarded to Sharon Redfern on Jack Attack. The Intro Level Junior Champion title went to Riley Whittaker on Lonsum Sadie. The Intro Level Open Championship went to Emma Da Casa and Linda LaMarche with Colleen Donovan on Royal Rose coming in reserve. The Level 1 Adult Amateur Championship was awarded to Sandra Wooding on Acadia’s Secret Promise. Regina Downey took Reserve Champion on her own Aspen Five OH.
western Ann Fonck rode Diego Dalla Gassa’s Gunners Specialolena to win the Level 4 Open.
National Reining Horse Association European Derby Open Championship
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Claimed a Third Time By Ann Fonck IN THE NINTH EDITION OF THE National Reining Horse Association (NRHA) European Open Derby Finals, at the Ostbayernhalle in Kreuth, Germany, it was the first horse-rider-combination in the second section that held the top score all the way through the end of the 19 finalists. NRHA’s newest Million Dollar Rider, Ann Fonck of Belgium, rode Diego Dalla Gassa’s Gunners Specialolena to a 222 score that clinched top honors in the €50.000-added * Level (L) 4 Open. “I’m really really happy; it’s my third European Derby L4 Championship! My son, Justin, for the first time, drew for me and picked draw number one, so I told my husband that maybe next time (I) would do it myself. In the end, it looks like it was a good draw! My horse was good, she is a really nice mare, but once again, I didn’t really expect to win, because when I was riding during the training sessions, I saw really great horses and such good riders competing…in the end, it all worked out and I’m really happy.“ The five-year-old mare was bred and nominated by Luigi Parise and counts over $25,000 NRHA Lifetime Earnings (LTE). Two NRHA Professional riders from Italy shared the L4 Open Reserve
Championship, Nico Sicuro rode the seven-year-old stallion Sugar Little Step owned by Quarter Dream Srl to a 220.5 score, also claiming the €35.000-added* L3 Open Championship. “I started riding him in February this year. He is already known for his great achievements with Gennaro Lendi and Markus Gebert in the saddle,” says the 23-yearold, head trainer for Quarter Dream. “Our first show together was the NRHA European Futurity where we won the NRHA Intermediate Open class. I then showed him at the Italian Reining Horse Association (IRHA) Derby where we won the L2 and L3 Open divisions, and placed third in the L4 with a 223 score. At this show, he was nice all week long; I always rode him trying all the maneuvers we had in the finals. Tonight he was super and did everything I asked him and he was always with me.” Sicuro was quick to thank the owner of Quarter Dream, Pietro and Helena Marseglia, as well as the whole team behind him both at home and during the show. Sugar Little Step was bred and nominated by Wolf Dieter Luft and boasts over $59,000 NRHA LTE. Sharing the L4 Co-Reserve
Championship was Italian Mirko Midili aboard Luigi Parise’s five-year-old stallion Maytheforcebewhizyou, bred and nominated by Claudia Hahn. German rider Sylvia Rzepka took reserve honors in the L3 Open riding Winnie The Boo, a seven-year-old gelding owned by Florian Aubruner scoring a 220. Claudia Hahn is the breeder and nominator of the gelding. Tying for the €20.000-added* L2 Open Co-Reserve Championship were the €10.000-added* L1 Champions, Clémence Neveux of France and Mona Doerr of Germany who closed their performances with a 219 score. Neveux, riding Thomas Soutric’s eight-year-old gelding Frankiegoestoholywod, exited the arena after her run with a full-house cheering on for her suggesting the highest score of the first section of the finals. “My horse was really good during the whole run tonight. Our circles were really great, the turns could have been better, but I was happy with them,” said an emotional Neveux. “He was a little fast in the rundowns but stopped really great. I want to thank Thomas [Soutric] and also the owners of CM Quarter Horses who have trusted me for more than 10 years now with my program.” Frankiegoestoholywod was bred by Angelo Capitelli and nominated by Edoardo Bernardelli. Second to last to enter the pen in the first section of the Open Finals was Doerr with Martin Bachmann’s G Whiz Gus. “I’m really happy because this is my first NRHA European Derby and I won it. My horse is a really lovely gelding with a big heart. He is always listening and tonight he gave me everything,” said the NRHA professional of Germany. “I want to thank all the people behind me, and of course a special thank you goes to the owner Martin [Bachmann] and to my trainer Dominik Reminder; he helped me a lot here at the show and at home.” The five-year-old gelding was bred and nominated by Heike Melanie Ebler. The week in Kreuth also offered the $5,000-added NRHA European 3-year-old Pre Futurity, the €12.000-added NRHA Mid Summer 4-year-old Futurity, as well as a full-slate of NRHA Ancillary classes and was managed by IRHA in collaboration with NRHA Germany. Over 320 horses made their way to the Ostabayernhalle and contributed in the success of the NRHA European owned event. October 2019
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Willow Run Farm
THOMAS BOSSARD 803.640.2845 . $269,000
Quaint 7.94 acre hobby farm in a private setting only 2 miles from downtown Aiken. Three bedroom, 2 bath, remodeled home with enclosed porch, wood burning fireplace, and laundry/mud room. There are 3 fenced pastures with an older 5-stall barn, and two turnout sheds.
Five miles from downtown Aiken lies this 64 acre hilltop farm. Privacy abounds with large mature trees surrounding the entire property. Five large fenced pastures, 4 fenced paddocks, 6 stall shed row barn with hay storage/tractor shed, 6 stall center aisle barn and 2 acre pond are centered by the main residence with large entertaining areas, 2 bedroom suites downstairs and 3 bedrooms up. Attached 6-bay garage with apartment above. Entertain on large deck overlooking sparkling pool.
Vale Estates
Country contemporary with 3 bedrooms and 3 full baths is nestled in a grove of beautiful old live oaks on over 48 acres of board fenced Bermuda pastures and woods. Window walls provide sweeping views of sparkling pool and extensive coastal fields. Renovated kitchen with granite countertops, all new appliances, and new wood flooring. Center aisle barn with 3 stalls, tack & feed room, run-in, hay storage.
Woolworth House COURTNEY CONGER 803.645.3308 . $590,000
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JANE PAGE THOMPSON 803.215.8232 . $649,900
Custom built residence on over 5.5 acres plus pool house with full bath! Main house features vaulted ceilings, arched doorways, granite countertops, columns, hardwood floors and covered porches with views of stately live oaks. Attached 3 car garage plus detached 2 car garage with unfinished loft storage could be small run-in shed for horses. Screened porch, loft office, covered poolside porch, fenced dog yard, expansive laundry work area.
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Exceptional equestrian lots on private cul-de-sac within Aiken’s most established equestrian community! Amenities include clubhouse, swimming pool & cabana, jump ring, 2 dressage arenas, schooling areas, fitness center, and miles of groomed trails. FOUR ADJOINING LOTS AVAILABLE
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Three Runs Plantation JACK ROTH 803.341.8787 . $569,900
Exceptional homes for you & your horses at this 11.54 acre farm in Three Runs Plantation equestrian community! Spacious & open 3-bedroom, 2-bath home features split bedroom floor plan. NEW dressage arena with GGT footing & irrigation. Center aisle barn has 4 stalls, tack room with bath & shower, separate laundry, attached garage for adding stalls and storage. Amenities include clubhouse, fitness center, pool, and miles of groomed trails.
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BARB GOULD USKUP 803.295.3199 . $659,900
Beautiful NEW home on a great lot has 3 bedrooms and 2.5 baths on main floor, with bedroom/bonus room and full bath upstairs. Property has 5.2 acres and 2-bay garage. Flooring throughout entire house is either oak hardwood, ceramic tile or carpet in bedrooms. Miles of groomed trails, dressage arenas, jump ring, schooling areas, pool, clubhouse and fitness center.
Wadmalaw Island Equestrian JACK ROTH 803.341.8787 . $1,150,000
This Charleston equestrian property offers privacy & possibilities! Renovated main residence has 5 bedrooms (2 master suites!), 3.5 baths, huge walk-in closets, home office and gym. Property includes nearly 17 acres, with 15 acres of fenced pasture and riding arena. Large 8-stall barn with kitchen, bath, laundry, wash area and detached tack room. The 4-stall barn has hay loft & storage.
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EVENT LISTINGS
OCTOBER 05 | SDA SUPER DAYS OF DRIVING DRIVING TRIAL CLINIC WITH TRACEY MORGAN, Akers Acres, Valatie NY. CONTACT: Jeff Morse, 413-822-9462, greenmeads@gmail. com, saratogadriving.com. 05-06 | GMHA FALL DRESSAGE SHOW, GMHA, S. Woodstock VT. CONTACT: gmhainc. org. 06 | CTRA COCKAPONSETT STATE FOREST RIDE, Chester, CT. CONTACT: Shane
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20 | CTRA TYLER MILL TRAIL RIDE, Wallingford, CT. CONTACT: Diana Naples, 860877-7643. 20 | NEW ENGLAND HUNTER TRIALS, opsfield MA
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