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features 34 A Q&A with Isabell Werth BY TERISÉ COLE
38 Seventeen Highlights A Year Review of 2017 BY KELLEY ROCHE
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departments 14 Editors Note 16 The In-Gate 18 Best of December 25 Points of Interest 28 Fun Facts 30 Pre-Purchase Exam 32 Instructor’s Notebook
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77 Kathy Mitchell’s Quantum Leap took second in a USHJA Zone 1 HOTY Final with Frank Perla.
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Ravanti C and Jannike Gray. Champions of Third Level freestyle region 8 championships. COVER PHOTO BY CAROLE MACDONALD
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AS WE CLOSE OUT 2017, IT’S FUN TO reminisce about the amazing happenings in the equine world. This month we’re taking a look back at some equestrian highlights that have impacted the industry or just impressed us here at the Equine Journal. Associate Editor, Kelley Roche, gathered 17 top moments from a variety of disciplines in her year-in-review article. From record breakers to history makers, we count down our favorite moments on page 38. Of course December also means it’s holiday season, which can lead to stressing out about gift giving. We have the horse lovers in your life covered with our compilation of great gift ideas on page 48. And for a laugh, check out Ange Dickson Finn’s hilarious take on a horse lover’s Christmas list on page 42. Also this month, our own Terisé Cole sat down with dressage legend Isabell Werth to talk Olympic Games and the future of the sport. Read more on page 34. We hope you have had a great 2017 and wish you and your four-legged companions a great holiday season!
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6th-10th USEA Annual Meeting and Convention The United States Eventing Association’s 2017 convention takes place in Long Beach, CA, and brings together eventing enthusiasts of all kinds.
21st Winter Solstice Say hello to longer days! The Winter Solstice marks the beginning of winter and the shortest day of the year, meaning the sun will be back for your evening rides in a few months.
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Avalon Farm NORTH SALEM, NEW YORK BY KATHLEEN LABONVILLE
SELDOM DO U.S. RIDERS HAVE THE opportunity to train with German dressage masters right here in America. Perhaps that is why the annual fall hosting of the Old Masters Series® clinic at Avalon Farm in North Salem, NY, has been such a gift to the dressage community. For those unfamiliar with the Old Masters Series, it was begun by Frank R. Hennig in Europe many years ago and has drawn over a half million auditors to learn from the classical greats in a symposium style. Dr. Anke Ott Young, owner of Avalon Farm, has hosted one of these clinics each fall since 2015, and has brought to the community a veritable Who’s Who of dressage greats: 22
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Klaus Balkenhol, Jean Bemelmans and Monica Theodorescu, with Isabell Werth scheduled to come in 2018. The clinics draw top horse and rider combinations at a variety of levels to learn from the best. Auditors are welcome free of charge, and there is a silent auction. All proceeds go toward breast cancer research and support. This year’s clinic raised thousands of dollars for the cause. Dr. Ott Young states, “Avalon Farm is an enterprise spearheading the teaching of classical European horsemanship as one of its main goals.” Known as “a sanctuary for both horse and rider,” Avalon Farm is located on North Salem’s bridle trail
system and features a beautiful old barn that has 18 stalls, two modern wash stalls, a large indoor arena with a sound system, an outdoor arena, a round pen, lovely grass turnouts, and more. It has every convenience and necessity for riders and horses. Avalon strives to be a home to “happy, healthy horses.” The farm is clearly committed to this mission; in the spring they will be hosting a series of educational events on veterinary care, nutrition, hoof care, and saddle fit. The invitation to these events noted “It takes a village to keep horses happy, healthy working athletes. We are lucky to have such an incredible group of professionals to present for
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PHOTOS: (TOP) LARA CEPPI; (BOTTOM) ANKE OTT YOUNG
us.” The proceeds from these events also went to breast cancer research. Education isn’t all there is at Avalon Farm. Dr. Ott Young also breeds a few performance horses each year. She breeds mostly for her own farm and her breeding program, but geldings are sometimes offered for sale to select homes. Dr. Ott Young explains, “I [have] loved the science and research of bloodlines and German breeding since I was a little kid. I could not afford a horse, but fantasized which mare I would match with which sire—now I get to do this in real life.” Keeping rideability, health, and athleticism chief in mind, Dr. Ott Young chooses approved broodmares from old proven lines. “My mares are direct descendants of Rubinstein - DeNiroGribaldi - Don Schufro,” she says. ”I combine the old lines with proven healthy modern stallions 50 percent of the time and with old proven same generation stallions to keep the bloodlines pure and true to the old style.” Jannike Gray, a USDF Bronze and Silver Medalist, trains and shows the horses at Avalon Farm, in hand and under saddle. They have earned a multitude of titles both regionally and nationally. Dr. Ott Young has known Gray since she was a little girl, and says she feels like she has her own daughter bringing the horses along. Gray works under the mentorship of David Collins. While showing is an important part of the equation at Avalon Farm, “what is most important for us [is] not the ribbons but a joyful and fair partnership between horses and riders.” Dr. Ott Young’s main riding and competition horse is her PRE stallion, Mercenario FC. Imported from Spain, “Macho” is available to select mares via frozen semen. “He is the king of the barn and my unicorn,” says Dr. Ott Young, underscoring her love for her horses. “Our goals are to promote the art and science of classical horse training,” she continues, “breeding and fostering the love and passion for the way of the horse with well-bred sport horses.” Looking to the future, Dr. Ott Young states, “Our goals are to have more educational events, especially with expert breeding advice in mind.” For more information, call 914-4851446 or visit AVFDressage.com. For updates and information on upcoming events, like Avalon Farm on Facebook.
[ABOVE] Jannike Gray and Ravanti C owned by Anke Ott Young. [BELOW] Etched in Black and Dreamcatcher. December 2017
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Photo of the Month
PHOTO: ABBY BRAND
Is little Smee not the cutest? Abby Brand sent in this adorable photo of her Miniature Horse playing in the snow.
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Who doesn’t love a good mystery? New York Times Bestselling Author Felix Francis puts you on the edge of your seat with his newest novel about a mysterious man’s death at a racetrack. A little more mystery and a little less horsey than Francis’ previous stories, Pulse follows a curious doctor determined to find out more about the man’s demise in the midst of struggling with her own issues. This one is a nail-biter for sure. BOTTOM LINE: Set in the world of horseracing, Pulse is perfect for any equestrian looking for a thrill outside of the saddle.
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WINTER MANAGEMENT Not all horses get the luxury of a stall in the winter, and not all horses need to! Susan Raymond, instructor of Equine Guelph’s Management of the Equine Environment online course, has a few tips on managing the outdoor horse’s environment through the winter season: 1. Provide a heated water source, as horses need to consume large volumes of water to keep forage traveling through the gut. 2. Provide the best quality hay and be cognizant that horses will need more forage in the winter to meet their energy needs for thermoregulation. Avoid round bales, which can become havens for dust and mold, increasing the risk of respiratory ailments. 3. Shelter provides a windbreak and can be natural or manmade. Constructed shelter considerations include: sturdy construction, built on a sight grade for moisture runoff, and situated so prevailing winds blow against the walls, not the entrance. 4. Maintain highly visible, safe fencing and gates of durable construction. 5. Keep pathways clear and safe with a mix of wood chips, sand, and rock salt. Stock up on supplies before the storm when these items can become scarce. In the paddock, watch for unsafe footing, ice, and uneven ground. Discuss with your farrier the options of going barefoot for the winter or putting on snow pads. 6. It is recommended to give horses a daily once over in the winter including hoof picking, wound checks, and checking under that blanket for weight loss or gain. If the horse is blanketed, you will also want to ensure it hasn’t slipped and is not rubbing.
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WHY SO WOOLY? Think your horse is wooly because of the temperature? Not quite. Numerous studies have proven that horses’ coat growth is altered by light and the length of day, not the chilly temps!
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bits & pieces FUN FACTS Fun Facts about the Suffolk Horse
The Strong Suffolk Horse BY TERISÉ COLE
» THE BREED GOT THE NICKNAME “SUFFOLK PUNCH” DUE TO THE CHARACTERISTIC SOLID, STRONG, AND ROUND APPEARANCE OF THE HORSES.
independently bred livestock to fit their needs for farm work, such as plowing, thus developing the Suffolk Horse. They are one of the only draft breeds developed exclusively for farm work.
» The breed was first imported to the United States in 1880.
Today, according to The Livestock Conservancy, the Suffolk is at critical status, meaning there are fewer than 200 annual registrations in the United States and the estimated global population is less than 2,000.
» Though draft breeds are typically quite large, the average Suffolk stands at a modest 16.1 hands.
» Suffolk horses are always chestnut and range from a light golden to a dark liver chestnut color with minimal white markings. Marguerite Henry described the color as “bright chestnut—like a tongue of fire against black field furrows, against green corn blades, against yellow wheat, against blue horizons.”
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» Farmers in the Suffolk and Norfolk counties of England
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KL Select describes this bridle as an “exceptional value, with quality craftsmanship” and they hit the nail on the head. Our tester was a big fan of the wide noseband that also sports squishy padding that covers all the way under the jaw—something many padded noseband bridles don’t have. The contoured crown features padding as well, though it is not a monocrown, so the noseband’s crownpiece sits underneath the padding. Though it didn’t come out of the box the supplest, this bridle’s leather feels super sturdy and high quality—there is no risk of breakage here! BUY IT: klselect.com; $140
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With soft padding on the crown, browband, and noseband as well as a contoured monocrown design, SmartPak’s Harwich Dressage Bridle is made to keep your horse comfortable and your wallet happy. Our tester loved the value of this bridle—a quality dressage bridle with super grippy reins all for under $130! We also love that this comes in four sizes, so it will fit any horse (or pony!) you purchase it for. The leather was soft out of the box and could’ve gone into the show ring right away. While this simple black bridle is more traditionally styled, dressage queens can pair it with the matching crystal browband to show some sparkle. BUY IT: smartpakequine.com; $129.95
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This bridle and the matching reins arrived feeling like butter (a.k.a. it was super supple) and show ring ready thanks to its beeswax finish. The wide noseband is appropriately on-trend for the hunter ring, as is the fancy stitching. Our tester loved the padded monocrown design that offered her sensitive gelding extra comfort at the poll, and it had enough holes to fit his in-between-sizes head. Our only complaint is that it doesn’t come in a lighter, redder brown for those with oakbark-colored tack. Overall, our tester was impressed with the quality of this Ovation bridle. At such a low price point it is a steal! BUY IT: ovationriding.com; $119.95
4. LUND SADDLERY SNAFFLE BRIDLE
What we first loved about this bridle is the ample size charts on Lund’s website—finding a size that would fit our tester’s horse was so easy! This monocrown bridle is made from soft Sedgwick leather and features generous padding on the crown, browband, and noseband. Our tester noted that the padding appears lighter than the bridle, but matches perfectly after some oil. While we wish that the reins were included, our tester loved the contoured fit of the crown and the overall quality of the bridle, making the additional price of the reins well worth picking up the set. BUY IT: lundsaddlery.com; $150 Non-profit organizations can contact editorial@equinejournal.com to request an item from EJ’s Tack Trunk.
Our testers: This month, our Prepurchase Exam was conducted by: Terisé Cole, Editorial Assistant/Web Editor.
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“I SUPPOSE MY FIRST INTRODUCTION to sleigh riding,” says Sue Rogers, an FEI competitor, driving instructor, and clinician at Land’s End Farm in Vermont, “was with a Shetland pony I had as a kid. I hooked her up to my toboggan and off we went. Not something I’d recommend as I had no way of stopping really and I’d slide right out in front of her, but I was a kid. I didn’t think of those things!” “Most people who are experienced with carriage driving will do well with sleighing,” says Rogers. “There is a little bit of a learning curve, though. While much of it is similar, you’ll need a little longer rein for sleighing than driving and a sleigh handles far different than a carriage.” Snow conditions vary, so keep that in mind before you set out. Deep snow can 32
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be tough as the horse or pony must work harder to drag the sleigh through the snow. Wet snow is also heavy, so it’s important to keep in mind the fitness level of your pony or horse. “If the snow is deep,” says Rogers, “I use a tractor to pack a track. You can use a tractor drag or a chain link fence. Both work equally as well.” The most important thing to remember, Rogers points out, is that you cannot back up with a sleigh. “Because the runners are shaped like candy canes, they just catch the snow in reverse. I had an accident once when someone stepped out in front of me and my pony backed up a step or two, breaking a shaft.” Rogers recommends preparing your horse at home by having him drag a stoneboat or dray, anything safe that will
imitate the sound of the sleigh on snow. “Most driving horses have no problem with the sound of the sleigh, but it’s a good idea to de-sensitize your horse to the sound of hitting hard-packed patches of snow. The runners make a grinding noise on those hard patches. Prepare your horse at home in the safety of the arena. Don’t use bells unless you’re sure your horse is okay with them.” Snow, peace and solitude, a great horse, and room to bring friends is what makes sleighing so fun. “Plan to attend a sleigh rally this year and get to know people who are already doing it,” says Rogers. “They’re a friendly group who love to help others get started.” What can be better than feeling as though you’ve just stepped into a Currier and Ives print? What are you waiting for?
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s the world’s most successful dressage rider with seven World Championship titles, 10 World Cup medals, 10 Olympic medals, 17 medals at European Championships, and 14 German Championship titles, to name a few of her accomplishments, Isabell Werth’s name will be stamped into equestrian history forever. Although she is now the most decorated rider in dressage history, Isabell started with humble beginnings. Follow along as we chat with her about how she got her start in dressage, how she has seen the sport evolve over the years, and where she sees it headed in the future.
Equine Journal: How did you get started riding dressage? Isabell Werth: I grew up on my parents’ farm with different kinds of animals and, of course, horses. I started in our local riding school, which encouraged dressage, jumping, and eventing. I always enjoyed dressage the most. EJ: What made you want to pursue dressage professionally? IW: I was very lucky to be given the chance by Dr. Schulten-Baumer to ride his horses. There I learned to train horses. That changed everything for me and opened the door to international competition. EJ: You’ve been in the industry for quite some time now, how has dressage changed over the years? IW: I think the main difference is that the quality of the horses has become better. The breeding systems developed have really worked, and we see the results in the
Werth and Weihegold OLD at the 2016 Stuttgart German Masters.
competition arena. The sport has also become much more global with riders coming from all over the world. The introduction of the Freestyle has made a big difference making dressage more interesting and attractive for people who don’t understand the intricacies of the movements. EJ: What about the sport has remained the same over the years? IW: The testing of the basic paces beside the exercises is still the most important factor in dressage. The art of being able to present the horse, to show how attractive and beautiful he is, and to show his full quality, is still the aim of what we try to do. EJ: What is your most memorable moment of your professional career so far? IW: I have had many memorable moments during my career. The ones that really stand out for me are the [1996] Olympic Games in Atlanta with Gigolo, the World Championships in Aachen with Satchmo, and [the 2016 Olympic Games in] Rio De Janeiro with Weihegold. EJ: Do you have a favorite event to attend? Why? IW: Aachen is a very special competition. The atmosphere cannot be topped. EJ: What is your favorite post-competition ritual? IW: Post-competition: Analysis. Pre-competition: Concentration in the stables.
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As part of Team Germany at the 2016 Olympic Games, Werth claimed team gold alongside Dorothee Schneider, Sonke Rothenberger, and Kristina Broring-Sprehe. Weihegold OLD was Werth’s mount in Rio De Janeiro and helped bring her to Individual Silver.
EJ: Are there are prospective horses that we should keep an eye out for? IW: I am very excited about all of my young horses! However, I hope that Belantis, Quintus, and Super B will all become top horses. EJ: Who do you think are the up-and-coming riders to watch out for? IW: There are a few really talented young riders. We will see who will succeed! EJ: What is it like being the top dressage rider in the world? IW: To be honest I really don’t see it like that. I get up every morning and look forward to riding my horses! I am happy to have the best job I possibly could have! EJ: What advice do you have for aspiring dressage riders? IW: Believe in your horses and never give up. Try to find the right key to each of your horses. December 2017
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MCLAIN WARD WINS THE FEI WORLD CUP FINALS.
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A YEAR REVIEW OF 2017
A lot has happened in the past year. Here at Equine Journal, we try to cover all the bases and include all the big happenings. Here are 17 big events that we felt were worth mentioning in our 2017 year in review.
LAURA GRAVES AND VERDADES ENDED AT THE TOP OF THE LEADERBOARD IN THE FEI GRAND PRIX CDI 5*.
Laura Graves and Verdades Victorious At Adequan Global Dressage Festival January 26- February 25 2016 Olympic bronze medalist Laura Graves and her horse Verdades won the FEI Grand Prix CDI-W on the opening day of the third week of the 2017 Adequan Global Dressage Festival (AGDF). The pair followed it up with a win in the “Friday Night Stars” FEI Grand Prix Freestyle CDI-W on January 27, and then ended on top of the leaderboard in the FEI Grand Prix CDI 5* during the fifth week of competition.
FOR THE 14TH TIME, CHESTER WEBER WON THE USEF FOUR-INHAND NATIONAL CHAMPIONSHIP.
USEF Rebrand Announcement January 11 Effective January 11, 2017, the United States Equestrian Federation became US Equestrian and adopted a refreshed identity as part of a new overall strategic plan for the organization. This included a refreshed logo that removed the shield element and better aligned the brand with other successful national governing bodies.
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Chester Weber Won the USEF Four-In-Hand National Championship for 14th Time March 12 The final day of competition for the USEF Combined Driving National Championships came to a close at the Live Oak International as drivers navigated through their final cones test in the Grand Prix ring. Fresh from a technical marathon run and elegant dressage test, Chester Weber
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and his team secured the USEF Four-In-Hand National Championship for a record 14th time. He finished the weekend on a final score of 154.70 penalties. FEI World Cup Championship March 29-April 2 Isabell Werth, the most decorated rider in Olympic history, rode to an impressive score of 90.704% on her 2016 Rio Olympic mount, Weihegold OLD, to win the FEI World Cup Grand Prix Freestyle and claim her third FEI World Cup Championship. Two-time Olympic gold medalist McLain Ward rode with perfection, clearing every fence through four rounds of jumping to win the LONGINES FEI World Cup Finals at the CenturyLink Center in Omaha, NE. He had been to 16 previous World Cup Finals without a win until 2017. Alison Springer’s Arthur Retires April 27 Dressage day at the Rolex Kentucky Three-Day Event ended on a sentimental note as fan favorite Alison Springer rode her classic partner Arthur into the Rolex Stadium for the last time. Arthur was recently diagnosed with a cardiac condition that brought his career as an event horse to an end. With the permission of the ground jury, Springer performed one last dressage test in the arena that has seen so many memorable moments for them.
MICHAEL JUNG MADE HISTORY BY WINNING THE 2017 ROLEX KENTUCKY THREE-DAY EvENT THREE CONSECUTIVE YEARS IN A ROW.
Michael Jung Makes History at the Rolex Kentucky Three-Day Event April 30 In the 39-year history of the Rolex Kentucky Three-Day Event, presented by Land Rover, only three riders have ever managed to win two years in a row. Michael Jung of Germany made history by winning the 2017 Rolex Kentucky Three-Day Event aboard FischerRocana FST, making him the first rider to win three consecutive years. This was also the final year that the show would be referred to as Rolex Three-Day Event; future events will go by Kentucky Three-Day Event.
Devon Horse Show and Country Fair Added New Eventing Competition May 27 This year the Devon Horse Show and Country Fair highlighted a brand new kind of competition, Devon Arena Eventing, based on two of the three disciplines that make up three-day eventing: cross-country and stadium jumping. The event attracted a new group of eventing-enthusiast spectators. A total of 23 international eventing horseand-rider combinations participated in the new event, where USA’s Sarah Kozumplik Murphy and Rubens D’ysieux came out on top to take home the first winning title. Casey Deary and Shesouttayourleague Dominated the 2017 NRHA Open Derby Championship July 2 NRHA Million Dollar Rider Casey Deary entered the arena as draw 25 in a field of 31 in the second section of the 2017 NRHA Open Derby finals. NRHA Two Million Dollar Rider Jordan Larson had just closed their pattern with a 227.5. Once the flashy palomino, who had $184,723 NRHA LTE prior to showing in OKC, closed her pattern #12, a 229 appeared on the score board. Shesouttayourleague gave Deary all she had and more: the pair added another $60,000 to their earnings for the Open Derby Championship.
SARAH KOZUMPLIK-MURPHY AND RUBENS DYSIEUX COMPETE IN THE INAUGURAL EvENTING COMPETITION AT THE DEVON HORSE SHOW.
CASEY DEARY AND SHESOUTTAYOURLEAGUE DOMINATED THE NRHA OPEN DERBY CHAMPIONSHIP BY MERE POINTS.
U.S. Eventing Team Wins Second Consecutive FEI Nations Cup™ Eventing Competition at Great Meadow International July 9 The U.S. Eventing Team won their second consecutive FEI Nations Cup CICO3* at the Great Meadow International, presented by Adequan on Sunday, July 9. The team from Canada took second place and Great Britain was third. Individually, U.S. captured the top three places. Jennie Brannigan of Reddick, FL, captured her second individual title, having won previously in 2015. Second place went to Lynn Symansky of Middleburg, VA, and six-time Olympic veteran Phillip Dutton of West Grove, PA, finished third. THE U.S. EVENTING TEAM WON THEIR SECOND CONSECUTIvE FEI NATIONS CUP EVENTING COMPETITION AT gREAT MEADOW INTERNATIONAL. TIONAL
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ISABELL WERTH CLAIMED HER THIRD FEI WORLD CUP CHAMPIONSHIP THIS YEAR.
BARBARA DAVIS AT THE NORTH AMERICAN JUNIOR AND YOUNG RIDER CHAMPIONSHIPS.
North American Junior and Young Rider Championships July 19-23 The 2017 Adequan/FEI North American Junior and Young Rider Championships was a fantastic showing of rising talent and sportsmanship. This year’s event took place at two separate locations, HITS Saugerties in Saugerties, NY, hosted dressage and jumping, and The Event at Rebecca Farm in Kalispell, MO, hosted eventing. Up-and-coming athletes from Canada, Mexico, and the United States converged at these locations with hopes of having a positive international team experience as well as claiming a medal. Sixteen championships in the disciplines of dressage, eventing, and jumping were decided from July 19-23. Platinum Performance U.S. Junior Team Collects Silver at 2017 SVAG FEI World Reining Championships for Juniors and Young Riders August 11-12 A talented group of up-and-coming athletes represented the Platinum Performance U.S. Teams at the 2017 SVAG FEI World Reining Championships for Juniors and Young Riders. Under the guidance of Chef d’Equipe Jeff Petska, the U.S. combinations put in determined efforts throughout the championships. The Platinum Performance U.S. Junior Team of Sam Flarida, Emma Lane, and Emilia Reutimann earned the team silver medal.
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Lilo Fore Named 2017 Roemer Foundation/USDF Hall of Fame Inductee August 15 The U.S. Dressage Federation has announced that Liselotte “Lilo” Fore will be inducted into the Roemer Foundation/USDF Hall of Fame at the Salute Gala and Annual Awards Banquet, to be held during the Adequan/USDF Annual Convention in Lexington, KY. Induction into the HOF is an honor bestowed on individuals and horses that have made outstanding contributions to dressage in the United States. Fore has been in the dressage business in the United States as a competitor, breeder, trainer, instructor and judge for over 25 years. Originally from Germany, Fore started as a trainer in the United States in 1972, and she has developed horses and riders who have qualified for national and international championships. Victoria Colvin and Cuba Capture USHJA International Hunter Derby Championship Honors August 19 The country’s best hunter horses and riders returned to the Rolex Stadium for the second and final phase of competition in the 2017 USHJA International Hunter Derby Championship. John French, the 2009 champion, sat in the prime position with the one-two lead after day one, trailed by Victoria Colvin and rookie Geoffrey Hesslink in the next two spots. As the early leaders, these three were targets for their competition, with Colvin and Cuba ultimately pulling away from the pack with a standout round to secure the 2017 USHJA International Hunter Derby Championship Honors.
JERSEY BOY RETIRES AT THE AGE OF 15. SBS Farms’ Jersey Boy Retires August 19 SBS Farms, Inc. announced that their legendary hunter derby champion and performance hunter, Jersey Boy, was officially retiring at the 2017 USHJA International Hunter Derby Championship. SBS Farms owner Susan Schoellkopf and rider and trainer Jennifer Alfano made the decision to conclude 15-year-old Jersey Boy’s competitive career with heavy hearts due to a recently diagnosed tendon injury. Jersey Boy, who has been described as the “quintessential derby horse,” and Alfano collected numerous victories in the show ring together, the largest of those was winning the 2012 $100,000 USHJA International Hunter Derby Championship.
ANDRE THIEME HAD HIS THIRD MILLION-DOLLAR WIN IN THE SAUGERTIES $1 MILLION GRAND PRIX.
Andre Thieme Claims Third MillionDollar Win in the Saugerties $1 Million Grand Prix September 10 On the afternoon of September 10, 41 of the world’s most accomplished equestrians sought to master the Saugerties $1 Million Grand Prix course, designed by Martin Otto of Meunster, Germany. Only one rider, Andre Thieme, riding for Germany, atop his own Conthendrix, delivered a clear jumping round. His score of one fault accrued only when he surpassed the time allowed by a fraction. Dover Saddlery/USEF Hunt Seat Metal Finals October 15 Taylor St. Jacques, 18 years old, from Glen Allen, VA, captured the win in the Dover Saddlery/ USEF Hunter Seat Medal Final, at the at the Pennsylvania National Horse Show. The victory was emotional as this was her last year of eligibility as a junior and therefore the last chance to win the Medal Final. Judges Tammy Provost and Jack Towell had not planned to test the riders. However, the scores were so close, they felt it necessary to see them again. The Equine Chronicle Masters at Quarter Horse Congress October 28 In The Equine Chronicle Masters, Deanna Searles rode Best Jazz Album Yet to win the 2-Year-Old Hunter Under Saddle in fine fashion. Deanna and the pretty bay gelding won $10,000 for being named the champion and also took home $5,000 for the limited win. That total put Deanna over the quarter of a million dollar mark in NSBA earnings. In the 2-Year-Old Western Pleasure, Aaron Moses rode VS The First Lady to win for Kristen and Wesley Galyean. December 2017
TAYLOR ST. JACQUES WON THE 2017 DOVER SADDLERY/USEF HUNTER SEAT MEDAL FINAL.
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A HORSE LOVER’S CHRISTMAS LIST I
t’s a busy scene at the North Pole, just a few nights before Christmas. Santa and Mrs. Claus are having a nice cup of cocoa at the end of a long day of making lists and checking them twice, when Head Elf steps into the room nervously. “Excuse me for interrupting, Mrs. Claus. I’m sorry to bother you, Chief, but there’s just the little matter of—” Santa sighs. “What is it, Seymour? We were just starting to unwind.” Head Elf tries not to meet his boss’s eyes as he answers, “Well, it’s the horse folks’ Christmas lists, sir. It’s time to go through them. We’ve been putting them off, because I know how you feel about them.” Santa groans. “Oh, no. Do we have to look at them tonight? They’re so tedious to go through. And so long!” Head Elf nods vigorously. “I know, sir, I know. Worse than the little kids, worse than the dog fanciers even. But, you know, there are always some specialty things and I thought we should get started. I’ve got Rocky the Reindeer Wrangler here to help out with interpreting some of the items for you.” Rocky steps in nervously, scraping his boots, clearly not used to being in the great man’s presence. Mrs. Claus offers him cocoa as the Head Elf brings in a huge pile of papers, most of them coffee stained or sandy, with hay wisps sticking out here and there. “All right,” grumbles Santa. “What have we got?” Head Elf reads off the first list. “This one’s asking for a new dressage saddle, sir.” “Didn’t she get a new dressage saddle last year? “Yes, sir, but she’s got a new horse.” “Another one? Why can’t she use last year’s saddle on the new one?”
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Rocky speaks up. “Well, sir, last year’s horse was a warmblood. This year’s is an OTTB.” Santa squints. “So?” “Different trees, sir. Needing a different gullet for this one, and then there’s the knee blocks…” “Enough gibberish,” mutters Santa. “All right, all right. Next?” Head Elf reads out, “A new bit for the next one.” “Bit of what?” asks Santa, through a last bite of cookie. “The thing that goes in the horse’s mouth, sir,” answers Rocky. “This lady wants a double-jointed eggbutt for one horse, and a Tom Thumb for another.” “Ah, I remember Tom Thumb! Great guy. Rode with me one Christmas. Why, I’ll never forget—” Rocky hurries on, eager to avoid a long trip down memory lane. “Not THE Tom Thumb, sir, it’s a kind of bit.” “Why are there so many of these things? And why do they have such odd names?” grumbles Santa. “Just add ‘em to the sleigh. Anything else?” “Well, sir, this one’s a little different. Here’s a tiny tot who’s just started competing. She’s been getting blue ribbons, and she wants pink ones. Pink’s her favorite color. She’s asking if you can give her all pink ribbons this season.” Santa nods, thinking. “Well, I’ll get in trouble with the judges if I deliver horse show prizes. Tried that one year, terrible kerfuffle. But let’s give her something pink for her horse.” “Done, sir. We’ll give her a pink halter, lead rope, saddle pad, and sport boots. Now, this next kid’s asking for full seat breeches.” “What the devil!” asks Santa. “The poor thing’s been riding in pants that don’t have a full seat? Sounds uncomfortable.” Rocky explains, “No, sir, see, it’s the textured part that helps the rider stay put in the saddle. There’s knee patches, and full
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seat, and synthetic leather, and…” “Bother!” harrumphs Santa. “This is why I don’t like filling these lists! Nothing makes sense. Now, when a kid asks for the latest video game or a new dolly or bike, that’s easy. Ok, give the child whatever pants he wants. How about the next one? “New horse trailer, sir.” “Heavens! That’s a big ask. Has she been nice?” “Well…” “Out with it, Seymour. Does this one deserve a new horse trailer or not? What exactly has she done?” “Well, sir, she kind of secretly used the family vacation fund to pay for some hay for new horses.” Santa stares. “That’s not so nice! I’ll swear, these horse people, always pulling some kind of trick to afford new horses…” “There’s more to it, though, sir. They were rescue horses. They were all skin and bones. And she’s taken such good care of them—look, she included some pictures. And she wants the new horse trailer so they can rescue some more.” Santa’s eyes soften as he sifts through the pictures. “Ah, that’s different. I’ll swear, these horse people, always putting their horses first…” Head Elf pats the rest of the pile. “We’ve got a lot more to get through, sir. Did you want to get a fresh cup of cocoa and plow ahead?” “No need,” says Santa. “Just fill every last one, Seymour. It’s for the horses. And tell them…Merry Christmas to all, and to all a good ride.” ................................................................................................................................... Ange Dickson Finn rides dressage, and works with riders to help them overcome fear. Her fondest Christmas wish is more time to ride. Visit her at ridewithoutfear.com, or email her at ange@ridewithoutfear.com.
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Pony Macaroni Boot Socks by Dreamers & Schemers Who doesn’t love ponies, and a good bowl of macaroni? Dreamers & Schemers is an artisanal boot sock company based out of the West Coast that has taken the equestrian social media community by storm. The irreverent boot socks have been spotted on pony riders up to Grand Prix riders all over the globe and are available at some of the most influential tack shops in North America and overseas. With almost 100 patterns to choose from, you can indulge your unique sense of style without compromising tradition! Custom socks are also available! dreamersnschemers.com/search?q=pony+macaroni
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Pecard Horse Tack Leather Care
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Turtle Top™ with Flex An anatomy-inspired double jointed bit design with enhanced mouthpiece stability, through optimized alignment of the mouthpiece surfaces to the tongue and palate. This flattened dome shape link lowers palate pressure and prevents the cannons from being pushed upwards above the link by the horses tongue. The Flex design concept delivers a guaranteed, well controlled co-alignment of the surfaces of the mouthpiece with the sensitive surfaces of the equine mouth. Flex delivers parallel co-alignment of the Turtle Top dome with the equine palate. Gently curved cannons form a wide arch aligned over the tongue and held in shape by Turtle Top. FlexZ is therefore more securely centered on the tongue and more resistant to being pulled through the mouth. Available in a variety of cheek pieces in sizes from 4.50” to 6.50”. Visit Neue Schule USA NSBitsUSA.com or call 631-252-5574. metlar-us.com/shop/bits/neueschule/turtle-top/facebook.com/ neueschulebits December 2017
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NAG Bags Give the gift of natural grazing this holiday season. NAG Bags, hanging bags are the perfect feeding size for almost every horse. Designed to fit four flakes; these bags slow down digestion and consumption, occupying your horse for most of the day. Want to add a personalized touch, add a NAG Tag! Great for boarding facilities, multiple horses, and travelers. Available in many fun colors! A wonderful gift for any horse and owner. Head over to slowfeeders.com.
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ManeJane has emerged as the official “Spur Strap Queen.” Their straps include fun colors, striking patent leathers, contrasting stitching, and the always classic black. With charms ranging from rockets to custom initials, you’ll never mistake your straps for someone else’s. Not only do these spur straps look amazing, but they’re guaranteed to withstand the daily tasks of training and showing. Looking for a perfect gift combo? Match a pair of straps with one of their reversible belts. manejane.com/spur-straps
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Finland has many exciting events to offer equestrians, including their annual World Cup Qualifier in Helsinki.
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Holiday in Helsinki ➜ in Helsinki, Finland BY KELLEY ROCHE
PHOTO: SATU PIRINEN
One of the best things about traveling is breaking common misconceptions of a place and therefore connecting with new cultures. Finland, prominently known as cold and quiet, has much more to offer than one might guess. Finland happens to get all four seasons, with an average temperature of 62 degrees Fahrenheit. Finnish people have the perfect split between nature and urban paradise. One can go out hiking, mining, rock climbing, or dog sledding, and then head to the city for a trip to one of the many spas, museums, operas, bistros, village, or city tours. Because there is so much, any vacation or holiday here should be planned ahead of time to ensure a perfect trip. On the southern tip of Finland lies its capitol, Helsinki, the city with a little of everything. For avid horse lovers, there are many great opportunities. Once a year, Helsinki welcomes riders all around the world for the Longines FEI World Cup Quali-
fiers. The Helsinki International Horse Show takes place in locations such as the Helsinki Ice Hall, accommodated to seat over 8,000 people. Top riders compete in dressage and show jumping to go onto the World Cup. The Finnish Olympic Committee, including the Finnish Equestrian Federation, is also located in Helsinki. Finland happens to also have beautiful scenic views, which are especially perfect for seeing the Northern Lights while mounted on one of Finland’s finest Icelandic horses. The Aurora Icelandic Horse Trek features winter night rides that, weather varying, allow riders to experience the Northern Lights from the seat of their saddle. With Christmas right around the corner, how can we not visit old Saint Nick in the North Pole? It just so happens that Rovaniemi, Finland, is the “official hometown” of Santa Claus. Though Santa was originally said to be from Turkey, it was established
later on that his home is truly the North Pole. The Finnish province of Lapland eventually became Santa’s home when Santa Claus Village was opened just miles from the town. Bring the kids to meet Santa, learn some history on Saint Nick, and enjoy the shopping at the enchanting village. The word sauna happens to be Finnish, in case you need anymore of an excuse to relax during your Finland stay. There are plenty of self-wellness facilities throughout Finland, including Mind Bath, a facility that practices yoga upon a sauna bench. To help promote optimal calming and relaxation, the yoga/ sauna crossover is quite popular to anyone looking for some extra “me” time. Because there is so much to see, Helsinki created their own City Pass, to cover all the bases with one ticket. The bus takes passengers throughout Helsinki, covering museums, landmarks, and also giving passengers discounts on food and souvenirs. Sightsee at your own pace; sometimes doing the touristy stuff is just necessary the first time around! Whether you decide to stay in the city and engage in the culture, or head to the woods or a spa for some inner connecting, you will find every moment enjoyable in Finland. December 2017
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equestrian lifestyle TRAVEL Cuddle up and enjoy the view at Arctic Tree House Hotel; their windows are huge!
VILLA HIIDENMÄKI This lovely little hotel is perfect to be out of the city, but not too far, for optimum relaxation. villahiidenmaki.fi HOLIDAY INN HELSINKI CITY CENTRE Stay right in the heart of Helsinki, for those who like to stay in a familiar, modern, and comfortable hotel. ihg.com/holidayinn/hotels/ gb/en/helsinki/helek/hoteldetail 60
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ARCTIC TREEHOUSE HOTEL This atmospheric hotel will make you fully appreciate Finland’s landscape, each room has spectacular views! santaparkarcticworld.com/ arctic-treehouse-hotel
WHERE TO EAT CAFÉ PIPER If you decide to get the City Pass, get a 15% discount at this cute little terrace café. suomenlinna.fi/en/visitor/ restaurants-and-cafes/ piper
FINNISH HOME COOKING Get the up close and personal experience of Finnish cooking with a private tour of a Finnish home and a cooking class. http://mysuomi.fi/tour/ finnish-home-cooking FARANG RESTAURANT This is one of Helsinki’s gems, a modern restaurant with unique drinks and South-East Asian cuisine. farang.fi
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AURORA ICELANDIC HORSE TREK
Experience the great winter wonderlands of Finland and see the Northern Lights from the best place on earth—the seat of a saddle. lapinsaaga.fi
SANTA CLAUS VILLAGE Have some family fun with at the beautiful Arctic Circle in Rovaniemi, Lapland, Finland! santaclausvillage.info SAUNAYOGA Practice becoming centered while also sweating it out! saunayoga.com
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Be sure to visit Santa and his reindeer at Santa Claus Village in Rovaniemi.
Be sure to check out the many saunas throughout Finland, especially the sauna yoga.
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Cold Hands, Warm Heart BY TERISÉ COLE
WE ALL KNOW THE SAYING, BUT YOUR HANDS CAN ACTUALLY BE AS WARM ARM AS YOUR HEART THIS season (seriously, check out those mittens)! Long ong winter days at the barn often leave equestrians chilled to the bone, so pop on these cozy pieces before heading out to stay warm and to keep the chill away.
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equestrian lifestyle COLLECTING THOUGHTS
THE BASICS NAME: Tim McQuay AGE: 65 BUSINESS: The Horse Business DO YOU HAVE ANY NICKNAMES? Tina. WHAT’S YOUR FAVORITE BARN HACK (SHORT CUT)? Anything with duct tape, it’s got a million and one uses. WHO DO YOU LOOK UP TO? My wife, Colleen. WHAT FAMOUS HORSE WOULD YOU LOVE TO RIDE? Can’t say, I’ve ridden a lot of great ones in my lifetime. IF YOU COULD HAVE ANY SUPER POWER, WHAT WOULD IT BE? Flying. WHAT IS THE LAST THING YOU WATCHED ON NETFLIX? Hawaii 5-0. WHAT’S YOUR GUILTY PLEASURE? Diet Sprite. WHAT’S THE FIRST THING YOU DO WHEN YOU GET HOME AFTER A LONG DAY? Kick off my boots.
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WHAT SONG DO YOU LOVE TO HAVE ON REPEAT? “If I Had a Pony” by Lyle Lovett. WHAT WAS YOUR WORST FALL OFF A HORSE? My worst accident was when I had a horse flip over on top of me.
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Tim McQuay got started in reining in the 1970s and earned his first NRHA money in 1978 aboard Band Of Glo. He became the first-ever $2 Million rider in NRHA history and was the NRHA’s All Time Leading Money Earner for an incredible 11 years. He has won every major NRHA sanctioned event, including the NRHA Futurity, the National Reining Breeders Classic, the NRHA Derby, and the NRHA Superstakes. In the past 31 years, Tim has earned reining prize money on an astounding 229 different horses, and in 2000, he was inducted into the NRHA Hall of Fame.
WHAT IS ONE THING IN YOUR FIRST AID KIT THAT YOU COULDN’T LIVE WITHOUT? Classic Band-Aids.
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the scoop Paint Horse exhibitors placed over 15,000 entries in this year’s APHA World Champion Show.
The U.S. team faced many challenges during the FEI World Endurance Championship for Young Riders, but stayed strong to the finish.
U.S. Team Makes a Strong Finish At the 2017 FEI World Endurance Championship for Young Riders and Juniors PHOTOS: (ABOVE LEFT) JOSIE WHELAN; (ABOVE RIGHT) HOLLY O’ROURKE; (BELOW) HOLLY O’ROURKE
THE DISTANCE DEPOT/U.S. ENDURANCE Team met the substantial challenges at the 2017 FEI World Endurance Championships for Young Riders and Juniors, with three riders completing the course for a successful U.S. team finish. Leading the U.S. team to finish in the 11th position against 16 other national teams, was Chef D’Equipe Mark Dial. Leading the U.S. across the finish line was Ainsley Suskey of Iola, WI, riding
Julie Jackson’s Princess Deelites MHF. Suskey finished 49th overall with a time of 7:40:32. Teammates Annie Whelan of Louisa, KY, aboard Amy Wallace-Whelan’s Wallace Hill Leo and Ragan Kelly of Waco, TX, riding Tracy Kelly’s HK Kruzier were not far behind. Whelan completed the course in 8:16:38, finishing in the 53rd position. Overcoming a mishap at the second rest period, Kelly and HK Kruzier finished on a time of 8:16:39, finishing 54th.
Paint Horse Exhibitors Shatter Numbers during the 2017 World Championship Show
IN ITS SEPTEMBER DEBUT, PAINT Horse exhibitors at the 2017 APHA World Championship Show broke horse, entry and payout numbers. The event was held September 20 through October 1 at Will Rogers Memorial Center in Fort Worth, TX. Over 1,100 horses were on display, generating more than 15,000 entries all vying for more than $800,000 in cash and prizes. APHA’s world shows haven’t cracked the 1,000-horse and 15,000-entry ceiling since the Youth World Show split from the Open and Amateur World Show in 2008. APHA named 190 world champions over the course of 12 days, and held a total of 291 classes. Thirty-eight U.S. states, six Canadian provinces, Belgium, Mexico, and Sweden were represented.
MSPCA Celebrates 100 Years at Nevins Farm The September 16, 2017 event was the first of its kind to be held at the MSPCA at Nevins Farm, with the indoor arena transformed into a magically lit venue for the celebration of the 100-year anniversary. Special animal guests joined the crowd throughout the evening, highlighting the wide variety of animals available for adoption at Nevins Farm from hamsters to horses. The Over 200 guests enjoyed Blue Jean Ball raised over $115,000 for the MSPCA at MSPCA’s 100-year celebration Nevins Farm, with over 200 guests in attendance. at the Blue Jean Ball. December 2017
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the scoop
[LEFT] Brooke Fuchs and EQ Escalade earned the win in the Arabian Mounted Native Costume class. [RIGHT] Liza Boyd and O’Ryan won the U.S. Open $50,000 Duchossois Cup.
Fourth Annual Rolex Central Park Horse Show THE FOURTH ANNUAL ROLEX Central Park Horse Show (RCPHS) began on Wednesday evening, September 20, in New York City’s Wollman Rink with U.S. Open competition celebrating the versatile Arabian. Aljassimya Farm proudly presented the third annual U.S. Open Arabian competition at RCPHS, showcasing the natural beauty and athleticism of one of the world’s oldest and most notable breeds. The Rolex Central Park Horse Show continued through Sunday, September 24, packed with four days of multi-discipline equestrian sport highlighting Arabians, jumpers, arena eventing, and hunters. The first evening began with the Arabian Mounted Native Costume class, impressing and entertaining the spectator audience as they experienced both horses and riders galloping in traditional dress used centuries ago. The class saw Brooke Fuchs pilot Dr. James Blevins and Kimberly S Butler’s mount, Eq Escalade, to top honors. The silver medal was awarded to Squeezebox, owned by Mary Elizabeth Kelly and exhibited by Virginia Goodwin, while the bronze medal went to Hawk 68
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Haven Farms’ entry, the 28-year-old HL Sanction, exhibited by Cathy Vecsey. Melissa Fry’s mount Harry Trotter, exhibited by both John Ryan and Fry, was awarded the gold medal in the Arabian Country English Pleasure Pro/Am competition, which saw the largest number of class of entries. The Arabian Junior Mare Halter class saw top performance from Ted Carson and Geneva CS, owned by Jeff and Sybil Collins and James and Kay Smith Collins. While in the Senior Stallion Halter division saw Baha AA, owned by Baha Partners LLC, and Andrew Sellman take home the gold medal and finish the first evening of the event. The second evening was presented by CSX, highlighting the $40,000 U.S. Open CSX FEI Speed class, which saw a win for Hardin Towell and Lucifer V, as they opened elite show jumping competition for the week. The evening’s competition also featured the U.S. Open $50,000 Spy Coast Farm Puissance, which saw Emanuel Andrade, Kama Godek, and Todd Minikus split the victory three ways after each cleared the traditional brick wall at a height of 6’9” inches.
The $5,000 1.20m Junior/Amateur Jumper Speed class was topped by Mimi Gochman of New York, NY, aboard Gochman Sport Horse LLC’s entry, Avoloma BH. Friday evening featured two worldclass show jumping competitions, as Kent Farrington and Creedance took top honors in the U.S. Open $216,000 Grand Prix CSI 3* presented by Rolex and Jennifer Gates of Seattle, WA, guided Alex to victory in the U.S. Open $25,000 Hollow Creek Farm U25 Grand Prix. This competition marked the third day of national and international competition. Saturday presented Liza Boyd of Camden, SC, and O’Ryan returned to the Wollman Rink this year to claim the winning round in the U.S. Open $50,000 Duchossois Cup presented by The Gochman Family and Dr. Betsee Parker. The duo competed in the class last year, but finished just shy of the win to earn second place. They posted a two-round score of 176.5 to claim victory by half a point over second place honorees Jennifer Alfano of Buffalo, NY, and Sharon O’Neill’s Miss Lucy, who received a two-round score was 176.
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The U.S. Open $50,000 Arena Eventing presented by The Fite Group Luxury Homes was a crowd favorite, bringing a sold-out audience to their feet, as many of the world’s top Three-Day Event riders tested a tough and technical track set by Captain Mark Phillips in Wollman Rink. Ryan Wood and Dominic Schramm ultimately topped the class, besting 22 other riders to capture the win in the inaugural event. Team East Village comprised of two Australian teammates, Ryan Wood and Dominic Schramm, made their way to the top of the leaderboard after completing two rounds of the track, which included both crosscountry and show jumping elements and featured an iconic apple keyhole obstacle. Wood rode Alcatraz, while teammate Schramm piloted No Objection to the top of the podium. Saturday night’s competition marked the fourth day of national and international competition showcasing top equestrians from around the world in the heart of New York City.
Hardin Towell in his presentation ceremony with Daniel Bluman and Kristen Vanderveen, alongside Mark Bellissimo, CEO of International Equestrian Group (IEG), and Mark Wallace, Executive Vice President of Corporate Affairs and Chief of Staff at CSX.
Rhode Island 4-H Equestrian Team Makes a Splash at 2017 Big E 4-H Horse Show ARTICLE AND PHOTO BY CHRISTY DUTRA
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TWELVE RHODE ISLAND 4-H delegates and the adults fortunate enough to work with them had a successful showing experience at the 2017 Eastern States Exposition. While the ribbons are more than impressive, what made the largest impact was how the team worked together, cheered each other on, and supported the growth of 4-H by educating the public. The two Teen Leaders were very involved, not only with state delegates, but also with all of the New England states. Both Ben Dutra and Destiny Sincavage were ringside to help hold horses, give legs up, and be of general assistance to any rider in need, regardless of what state they represented. Not to be outdone by the spirit of the Teen Leaders, the seven riders and three handlers were also helpful to each
other, often lending a hand to a fellow teammate. Haylee Balme and Designer Doll placed fifth in Fitting and Showmanship sixth and eighth in In-Hand Suitability, and sixth in In-Hand Command. Emma Campbell and SRF Finesse placed second in Fitting and Showmanship, second and third in In-Hand Obstacles, fourth and sixth in In-Hand Suitability, first and second in In-Hand Hunter, and fourth in In-Hand Command. Ben Dutra received third in Horse Judging. Julia Gurzenda and Queen’s Latigo placed eighth in Fitting and Showmanship, eighth in English Equitation, and seventh in English Pleasure. Zoey Laurie and Good Timing Man placed ninth in Fitting and Showmanship and fifth and ninth in English Pleasure. Anna Masson and Olyssa placed first and second in
Hunter Over Fences, third and fourth in Hunter Under Saddle, fourth and sixth in English Equitation, fourth and sixth in English Pleasure, and earned first place twice in Bridle Path Hack. Isobel McConnell and Cosmic Cash received third place in Fitting and Showmanship, earned two first place ribbons in In-Hand Obstacles, second and third in In-Hand Suitability, seventh in In-Hand Command, and ninth in Horse Judging. Mackenzie Moore and Passing Star placed sixth in Fitting and Showmanship, sixth and seventh in English Trail, second and sixth in English Equitation, third and tenth in English Pleasure, and was also named Equitation Champion. Rayley Morin and Sir Hamilot received third in Fitting and Showmanship, first and seventh in Hunter Under Saddle, second and fourth in English Equitation, third and fourth in English Pleasure, and sixth in Command. Olivia Rosa and Nate won fifth place in English Equitation and took home tenth place in English Pleasure. Destiny Sincavage received first place in Fitting and Showmanship and seventh place in Horse Judging. Sarah Stolt and The Two Eyed Phantom
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continued from page 69 got tenth place in English Pleasure and third in General Knowledge. The third place Horse Judging Team was made up of Ben Dutra, Haylee Balme, Isobel McConnell, and Zoey Laurie. Other superlative awards include Sportsmanship, which was won by Ben Dutra, who was also awarded The Dick Woolam Sportsmanship perpetual plaque. The Team Spirit award went to Julia Gurzenda. The award for Barn Management went to Emma Campbell and Mackenzie Moore. The Rhode Island 4-H would like to thank Holly Mason for serving as Barn Manager, and Carrie Moore and Alex Rhodes for serving as Dorm Chaperones. The team members would also like to thank the RI 4-H Club Foundation for their continued financial support.
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The Rhode Island 4-H Equestrian Team stands proudly in front of awards from the Big E 4-H Horse Show.
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[LEFT] Faith Wang and Harley Man at the C3 Traditional. [RIGHT] B Traditional candidates Julia Marrinan, Lizzie Chamberlin, Arielle Aharoni, Jessica Ruffa, and Lexie DePasqua mounted, with National Examiners Sarah Adams and Karen Marcotte seated.
New York/Upper Connecticut Pony Club Regional Members Take on National Certification Tests ARTICLE AND PHOTOS SUBMITTED BY LYNN GUELZOW
TWENTY-FIVE YOUNG WOMEN riders from across New England had a chance to prove their riding skills and horse knowledge by taking a U.S. Pony Club national certification test called the Standards of Proficiency. These standards are pursued by members at their own pace. All of the beginning and intermediate riding is done at the club level. But for those Pony Club members that want to demonstrate an advanced ability, they have to take a national test, which is held in regions around the country. The tests are run by National Examiners, usually professional horsewomen that have gone through an apprentice program and demonstrated their own understanding of the standards. The National Examiners must be objective and cannot instruct any of the candidates prior to the testing. The USPC offers two national tests that focus solely on knowledge, the HB and the HA. For the HB, candidates teach an unmounted lesson to young pony clubbers, identify and understand many kinds of bits, saddles, martingales, bridles, and unusual equipment, demonstrate how to pull a shoe, identify toxic plants, parasites, common lameness and unsoundness issues, and complete a conservation project. The HA test is an even more advanced knowledge test where candidates must prep a strange
horse for sale, identify bones, muscles, nerves, and demonstrate horse veterinary knowledge, and teach a group mounted lesson of students the candidate has never met before. New York/Upper Connecticut (NYUC) members attempting the HB and HA tests were Megan Marino (Brumbies, HB), Ruth Swartzfager (Running Fox, HB), Julia Marrinan (Shetucket Valley, HA), and Anna Spreitzer (Running Fox, HA). HB Testing was done at Sperry View Farm in Bethany, CT, and the HA tests were held in California and Illinois. National riding tests have three levels, the C3, B and A, but candidates can choose to do a specialty, such as dressage, or do the traditional event test. We held three separate riding tests in the NYUC region, a C3 Dressage specialty, and C3 and B Traditional tests. The C3 Dressage specialty attracted six candidates from Connecticut, Massachusetts, New Hampshire, and New Jersey. The test requires candidates to warm up their horse demonstrating knowledge of the training pyramid, ride First Level Test 3, longe, and discuss their performance. The C3 and B Traditional tests were held at Riga Meadow and Town Hill in Lakeville, CT, and attracted 15 candidates from Connecticut, Massachusetts, New York, Pennsylvania, and Vermont.
Riders completed all three phases of dressage, stadium jumping, and cross-country, engaged in discussions, longed, and wrapped their horses to show competence at a high standard. Regional candidates included Courtney Whitelock (Running Fox, A), Faith Wang (Granby, C3), Julia Marrinan (Shetucket Valley, C3 Dressage and B), Anna Douglas (Lakeville, C3 Dressage), and Lizzie Chamberlin (Millbrook, B). The horsewomen choosing to take on these extremely challenging and stressful national tests are to be commended for their hard work and perseverance.
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[LEFT] Donna Santos on Mohawk Mountain. [RIGHT] Cindy Pelletier and Irish.
Connecticut Trail Rides Association Members Wrap Up the Season SUBMITTED BY PATTI CROWTHER
THE CONNECTICUT TRAIL RIDES Association’s (CTRA) schedule has been full this season. In September, President Lynn Gogolya and Treasurer Ruth Strontzer hosted a ride at Bluff Point in Groton, CT. They had a great turn out of riders and the water looked beautiful. On our annual Boardman Memorial Weekend, Peggy Robinson hosted the annual Turkey Trot Ride. She combined it with the Boardman Memorial Ride, which took equestrians to the top of Mohawk Mountain, where you can see the state of
Massachusetts and New York from the same spot. When the sky is clear, you can actually see some Vermont mountains in the horizon. On October 1, Area Vice President, Diana Naples, hosted a ride in Wallingford, CT, at Tyler Miles Park, which has some great trails through hay fields, streams, and forest. It was the first ride here for CTRA. When the ride was over, we all gathered for our tailgate lunch and the horses enjoyed bobbing for apples. It was fun watching them try to catch a treat!
In news around camp, Melinda Lazerus laid her horse Daisy to rest. Daisy was a big part of the Cheshire Horse Council and their rides. We are also sad to report that Tracy DeGennaro lost her pony, Dunnie, and Chris Mard lost her horse Tonka. We want to send our condolences to all. We were also sad to hear that member Bunny Joseph lost her mom, Jane Rinker. Cathy Clouse and Waneta Lenk had knee replacement surgery—we wish them many happy trails this upcoming spring. Joe Secondino recovered well from his shoulder surgery, and has been hitting the trails. Gigi Ouellette was finally able to bring her new camper to camp. It was great seeing her there and enjoying her site. Member Cindy Pelletier had a frightening ordeal earlier this season, a deer attacked her. She sustained a concussion and needed 20-plus stitches on her forehead. She joined us at the Tyler Mill Ride, which was her first ride since the attack, and her horse Irish was a gentleman. Our Camp Director, Bud Dore has a new place to live. It’s an apartment with a barn attached, which is conveniently close to Camp Boardman. He has his horses and his dog with him. The officers of CTRA would like to wish all our members and their families happy holidays. We are wishing all blessed celebrations filled with family, friends, and loved ones. See you in 2018!
Bay State Trail Riders Association A Year in Review SUBMITTED BY ANNAMARIA PAUL
IT’S CRAZY THAT 2017 IS ALMOST over! Looking back, it was a great year for the Bay State Trail Riders Association (BSTRA). BSTRA sponsored 17 wonderful rides this year, including two successful fundraisers, National Trails Day in June and the Fall Benefit Ride in September. This year’s National Trails Day Ride was held at a new venue, Apple Knoll Farm. A new ride, the Cardinal Ridge Farm Pleasure Ride, was added to the calendar. The Poker Run was extended to include hikers. Attendance was up at the popular spring and fall hunter paces in Douglas State Forest with more people coming out 72
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to enjoy the jump course and excellent food. In 2017, BSTRA enabled and supported improvements to local trails, including the Southern New England Trunk Trail (SNETT), Douglas State Forest, Inman Hill in Mendon, MA, and Mt. Jefferson Conservation Area in Hubbardston, MA. Trail workdays were held at Upton and Douglas State Forests and West Hill Dam. Perhaps the proudest moment for BSTRA was receiving the 2017 Shared Stewardship Award from the Department of Conservation & Recreation (DCR). The award recognized BSTRA’s contribution to
trails and DCR. As the year winds down, please do not forget to renew your membership or consider gifting membership to friends and family. Membership benefits include a subscription to the Equine Journal and discounted entry fees at BSTRA events. As a BSTRA member, you can purchase excess liability insurance for a reduced fee. Best of all, as a BSTRA member, you support the future of our trail network. Please consider volunteering in 2018. By volunteering four or more hours, you are eligible for year end points and awards. Volunteering covers a wide range of activities including, hosting a ride, helping to set up for a ride, cleaning up after an event, or participation in a trail workday. It is a fun way to hang out with friends while supporting a great cause! BSTRA wishes you and your family happy holidays. See you on the trails in 2018!
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West Greenwich Horseman’s Association Hosts annual Charlie Memorial Fun Show SUBMITTED BY LISA JOHNSON
THIS YEAR, DUE TO THE WEATHER we had to combine the Cirque de Versatal and the Charlie Memorial Fun Show. We had a small turnout, but that didn’t slow us down from having loads of fun. Thank you to all the wonderful riders for participating. Results of the Charlie Memorial Fun Show are as follows. Charlie MeMorial Fun Show reSultS: Walk/Trot/Canter Senior Champion: 1. Melinda Witham; 2. Michelle Moynaham. Walk/Trot/Canter Senior Pony Express: 1. Michelle Moynaham; 2. Colleen Cuneo; 3. Melinda Witham; 4. Valerie Clark; 5. Sheri Banner; 6. Cathy Colleran. Walk/Trot/Canter Senior Barrel Race: 1. Melinda Witham; 2. Sheri Banner; 3. Michelle Moynaham; 4. Colleen Cuneo; 5. Valerie Clark; 6. Cathy
Colleran. Walk/Trot/Canter Senior Pole Bending: 1. Melinda Witham; 2. Michelle Moynaham; 3. Sheri Banner; 4. Colleen Cuneo; 5. Valerie Clark; 6. Cathy Colleran. Walk/ Trot/Canter Junior Champion: 1. Mackenzie Coffey; 2. Emma Campbell. Walk/Trot/ Canter Junior Pony Express: 1. Mackenzie Coffey; 2. Emma Campbell; 3. Alexandra Coffey; 4. Isobel McConnell; 5. Hannah Sauden. Walk/Trot/Canter Junior Barrel Race: 1. Mackenzie Coffey; 2. Emma Campbell; 3. Alexander Coffey; 4. Isobel McConnell; 5. Hannah Sauden. Walk/Trot/Canter Junior Pole Bending: 1. Mackenzie Coffey; 2. Alexandra Coffey; 3. Emma Campbell; 4. Isobel McConnell; 5. Hannah Sauden. Walk/Trot Senior Champion: 1. Sandy Andrews; 2. Kristen McKenna. Walk/Trot Senior 15 and over Pony Express: 1. Kristen McKenna; 2. Sandy Andrews; 3. Chris Horne. Walk/ Trot Senior 15 and over Barrel Race: 1. Sandy Andrews; 2. Kristen McKenna. Walk/
Trot Senior 15 and Over Pole Bending: 1. Sandy Andrews; 2. Chris Horne; 3. Kristen McKenna. Walk/Trot Junior Champion: 1. Rachel Harris; 2. Meghan Andrews. Walk/ Trot Junior 14 and Under Pole Bending: 1. Haylee Balm; 2. Rachel Harris; 3. Meghan Andrews; 4. Emily DeMello; 5. Jayda Hyland; 6. Benjamin Chasse; 7. Autumn Chasse; 8. Amanda Andrews. Walk/Trot Junior 14 and Under Barrel Race: 1. Rachel Harris; 2. Meghan Andrews; 3. Autumn Chasse; 4. Benjamin Chasse; 5. Jayda Hyland; 6. Haylee Balm; 7. Amanda Andrews; 8. Emily DeMello. Walk/Trot Junior 14 and Under Keyhole Race: 1. Meghan Andrews; 2. Haylee Balm; 3. Rachel Harris; 4. Benjamin Chasse; 5. Emily DeMello; 6. Autumn Chasse; 7. Jada Hyland; 8. Amanda Andrews. In-Hand/Leadline Egg & Spoon: 1. Declan DeGuzman. In-Hand/ Leadline Barrel Race:1. Declan DeGuzman. In-Hand/Leadline Keyhole Race: 1. Declan DeGuzman.
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Norfolk Hunt Club Year Concludes with Celebrations
ARTICLE SUBMITTED BY DESMOND O’LEARY; PHOTOGRAPHY BY KATHIE DAVENPORT
WITH TEMPERATURES SLOWLY sinking and daylight dwindling away, there is only so much the Norfolk Hunt Club and its members can do outside. While some creatures hibernate and emerge in the spring, we do not. There is always something to be done with Mother Nature around! Our fall hunting season comes to an end in late November after our annual Thanksgiving hunt, so December allows our horses to enjoy some downtime and taper down their fitness. This downtime is welcomed after a spring hunting season, a busy summer of keeping (or getting) horses fit, and a fantastic fall season. We are proud to end the season on a high note with vast new territory opened and exceptionally well-run joint meets with our three neighbors—Myopia Hunt Club, Old North Bridge, and Tanheath Hunt Club. We opened new routes on our existing hunts, explored new properties that landowners opened for us, witnessed exciting new partnerships and riders in the field, and made many memorable moments throughout it all. While we are saddened to see the fall hunting season come to a close, Norfolk Hunt Club and its members are looking ahead at what is to come in 2018.
With winter well on its way, we are preparing our kennels for the weather to come. The welfare of our hounds is a top priority and we want to ensure they are as comfortable as possible in our unpredictable New England winters. Without them, we as a club are lost, literally and figuratively. They are the backbone of our riding discipline and their good health is vital for our success. Insulation and bedding inside the kennels are heavily increased, and all hounds receive lengthy daily attention to monitor their overall health. To handle this task and supervise overall hound maintenance, we are very fortunate to have staff present day in and day out. So, how does the Norfolk Hunt Club celebrate a fantastic year and all our accomplishments? We throw a party, of course! Every December, the Norfolk Hunt Club hosts its annual Masters Dinner. This black tie dinner was originally created and aptly named because it honors our current masters for their devotion of their time, their dedication, and their hard work leading our club. Without their leadership and executed teamwork, we would not be as strong or communal as we are. Furthermore, this event recognizes all of our members who have volunteered at Norfolk Hunt Club
events, hunted a specific number of times, and junior riders who have joined us in the hunt field. While it may seem like a fun night out, it is truly a celebration of what we have accomplished as a club when we assemble and work together as one. We are excited to once again return to the Wellesley Country Club for the 2017 Norfolk Hunt Club Masters Dinner. Additionally, we are thankful for and indebted to Janet Swanson for chairing this complex event for another year as well as the club members of her team who assist with the planning and production; Desmond O’Leary, Michael Carter, and Sarah Monaco. We are extremely appreciative for their organization of this event. This night of dancing, awards, laughter, and libations is for sure a club favorite; besides, it is not everyday that you see your riding friends without their boots and helmets, let alone in formal attire! After our Masters Dinner, we squeeze in as many rides as we possibly can before the first snowfall, and by then it is nearly time to celebrate Christmas. Shortly after Christmas, we have a group of Norfolk Hunt Club members who venture to Manhattan in New York City for the New England Hunt Ball. This Hunt Ball brings together old friends, new friends, and foxhunters from all over New England. It is truly a special evening and a wonderful way to network with fellow equestrians. The group who goes from Norfolk, whether it be the same cast of characters or some new faces, always come back raving about their night in the big apple. Once celebrations have died down, some of our club members head south to spend the winter months in Aiken, SC, and hunt with the Aiken Hounds; some trek farther south to Wellington, FL, for the winter show circuit, while others head to their closets in Massachusetts cursing snow and cold. It is with great appreciation that the Aiken Hounds welcome our snowbird members with open arms every winter, and show them what hunting in the south really is all about. Those who remain up north can be found out for winter hacks, pursing volunteer opportunities, and anxiously awaiting spring. December 2017
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[LEFT] Kathy Mitchell’s Quantum Leap took second in a USHJA Zone 1 HOTY Final with Frank Perla.[RIGHT] The Zone 1 team took silver in the Children’s Team competition at USHJA Zones 1 & 2 Jumper Team Championships.
PHOTOS: (LEFT) JANE CARLTON; (RIGHT) JUMP MEDIA/USHJA ARCHIVES
BIG LEAP Congratulations are in order for Kathy Mitchell of Woodgate Farm in West Boylston, MA, on the success of Quantum Leap and Samuel at The Big E! Quantum Leap and trainer Frank Perla were reserve champion in the 3’ Green Hunter division and second in the Green 3’ and 3’3” Hunter United States Hunter Jumper Association (USHJA) Zone 1 Horse of the Year (HOTY) Final, while Samuel and Perla won the Performance Hunter 3’3” and 3’6” USHJA Zone 1 HOTY Final. ZONE CHAMPIONS Ten riders from Zone 1 headed to Princeton, NJ, to compete in the USHJA Zones 1 and 2 Jumper Team and Individual Championships. The 1.10/1.15m Children’s team comprised of Sydney Berube of Bedford, NH; Tessa Brown of West Hartford, CT; Josselyn Mersereau of Concord, MA; and Adelaide Toensing of Charlotte, VT, finished just shy of Zone 2 to
take the silver medal. In the 1.10/1.15m Adult Amateur section, Zone 1 took the silver medal again thanks to Haley Cassidy of Mystic, CT; Kimberly LaCroix of New Boston, NH; Emily Schnebel of Goffstown, NH; and Wendy Wood of South Hamilton, MA. The 1.20/1.25m and 1.30/1.35m heights were combined for the Championship and the gold medalwinning team was a combined Zone 1 and Zone 2 team with Alexandra Carlton of Madison, CT, and Jenny Swanson of Dover, MA, from Zone 1. Though Zone 2 swept most of the Individual Championships, Berube claimed the 1.10/1.15m Children’s silver. Congrats riders!
NE AT EAP Congratulations to the riders from the Northeast that participated in this year’s Emerging Athletes Program National Training Session with Olympian Peter Wylde and stable management expert Anne Thornbury. Kelsey Campbell of Great Falls, VA; Maura Cherny
of Cazenovia, NY; Kendra Duggleby of Cleveland, NY; Isabelle Heckler of Colts Neck, NJ; and Ada Rohan of Montpelier, VT, rode in the session while Gabrielle Baker of Phoenix, NY; Alexis Di Pasqua of West Chester, PA; and Michael Golinowski of Burke, VA, attended as stable managers.
MEDAL MOMENT Emma Fletcher from Grazing Fields in Buzzards Bay, MA, had great success at the 2017 Dover Saddlery/USEF Hunter Seat Medal Final at the Pennsylvania National Horse Show. Out of 257 riders, Fletcher finished in the top 25 after two rounds of competition. SANDY POINT SUCCESS The Massachusetts Horsemen’s Council’s (MHC) Days of Champions was a success for riders from Sandy Point Stables in Portsmouth, RI. Robin Harkins topped the Open Adult Equitation Over 30 and the MHC Over 30 Adult Medal Championship aboard Pocage Marbelsien, while Lily
Carleu and Parcheesi brought home the purple ribbon in the MHC Mini Medal Championship!
NASHOBA VALLEY VICTORIES The Nashoba Valley Athletic Equestrian League team out of Harmony Horse Stables in Littleton, MA, did well at their first show of the season! Clare made her debut in Open with a round that earned her second place, Rachel placed fifth in the Adults, Fiona and Alana both placed third in their Novice sections, Amber rode to a second place finish in her Novice section, and Eliza rode to a fourth place finish in Novice. Sarah moved up to Advanced Beginner this season and placed fifth, and Emily’s first show had her place fourth in her Advanced Beginner section. Finally, the newest team members in the Beginner division all did well—Matt and Kallie both placed second in their sections, with Sofia taking fifth and Amelia taking sixth in their sections.
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[LEFT] Maverick Helmer and Canterbury are the inaugural winners of the USHJA 3’3” Jumping Seat Medal Finals-East. [RIGHT] Ashley Foster topped the North American Adult Amateur Equitation Championship aboard Carlsberg.
Capital Challenge Horse Show Crowns Equitation Champions
USHJA 3'3" Jumping Seat Medal Finals – East The inaugural winner of the United States Hunter Jumper (USHJA) 3'3" Jumping Seat Medal Finals – East was Maverick Helmer of Roanoke, VA, who secured his victory after three phases of competition and a challenging work-off. Following the Flat, Gymnastics, and Jumping phases, Helmer and Rachael Davis were fewer than five points apart, requiring them to work off over a second, Kenny Krome designed, shortened course with a tight time allowed. Davis went first and accrued five time faults, scoring a 79, and providing Helmer with the opportunity to consider his strategy. In the end, Helmer’s tighter turns and quick pace scored an 80 and clinched the title without time faults, with Davis as reserve champion with 474.5. “The workoff was really fun,” Helmer said. “It tested your ability to ride at a quick pace but still required you to think and execute really well. I thought my work-off was decent. I wasn’t overly pleased, but I went for it and tried to make it work as best I could. I did realize the time allowed was tight, and I saw Rachael go in and go a few seconds over the time, so I really wanted to make an impression that being under the time was really important.” 78
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Helmer, 16, credited his horse Canterbury and trainer Stacia Madden and the team at Beacon Hill for helping him to achieve success this year.
North American Adult Amateur Equitation Championships The win in the North American Adult Amateur Equitation Championships went to Ashley Foster of Brookeville, MD, riding Carlsberg. The 21-year-old finished on a cumulative score of 172.66 at the conclusion of two rounds. Caroline Ingalls of Rancho Santa Fe, CA, sat just behind Foster in the standings with a cumulative 173.33. With less than a point separating the top two after the first round, Foster and Ingalls returned for additional testing, before Foster was ultimately awarded with the win. “It was extremely nervewracking! I feel like such an old lady, because I cannot tell you how nervous I was before going in there,” joked Foster following her victory. Foster trains with her mother, Patty Foster, out of Rolling Acres Farm and is no stranger to success at the Capital Challenge Horse Show, having grown up earning numerous accolades there throughout her junior career. However, this year marked Foster’s first time showing at Capital Challenge Horse Show since 2013. “It’s a lot different going into a final like this,” Foster said. “There are a lot of different pressures, and I haven’t done a test in awhile. It’s nice to get back in there and practice a little bit more. And it’s fun being at Capital Challenge.”
North American Junior Equitation Championships Following the first round of the Palm Beach International Academy (PBIA) North American Junior Equitation Championships, the field of 110 was narrowed to 20 riders. Heading into the second round, Elli Yeager of Westlake Village, CA, held the lead with a score of 91, while Emma Kurtz of Hudson, OH, sat in second place with a score of 88.66. Helmer, sat in third on a score of 88.63, and Emma Wujek of Grosse Pointe Farms, MI, rounded out the top four on an 88.58 score. Riders returned in reverse order for the second course, and a second-round score of 91.16 quickly shot Kurtz to the top of the leaderboard. With Helmer and Wujek close behind Kurtz at the end of the second round, the top three were called back for additional testing and it was Kurtz who turned in the top score to cement her place at the top. “This is my first major finals win, and it feels amazing,” said Kurtz, who trains with Amanda Lyerly, Mike Rheinheimer, Scott Stewart, and Ken Berkley. “I’ve worked so hard to get here, and my whole team has worked so hard to get me here. It’s amazing to not let them down.” Kurtz earned the victory aboard Carl, an 11-year-old warmblood gelding leased by Dr. Betsee Parker. “He’s such a good horse. He tries so hard. He’s a perfectionist for sure,” Kurtz said. “If he ever screws up, he gets really nervous, and you have to tell him he’s perfect. That’s probably the trickiest part about him. If he ever
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THE CAPITAL CHALLENGE HORSE Show’s Equitation Weekend, presented by Bigeq.com, concluded on Sunday, October 1, at the Prince George’s Equestrian Center in Upper Marlboro, MD, after naming four major equitation championship winners.
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makes a mistake, you just have to pet him and tell him he’s perfect. You can never really reprimand him.”
THIS National Children’s Medal Finals The win in Sunday’s THIS National Children’s Medal Finals was presented to Augusta Iwasaki of Calabasas, CA, riding Vanderpump, owned by Ashland Farms. From a starting field of 40 entries, Iwasaki finished the first round in third place on a score of 88.41, just behind Kate Abajian with a score of 88.83 and Dominika Silvestri with a score of 88.58. The top ten riders were then called back for a second round of jumping, and with a second-round score of 88.50, Iwasaki moved in the ranks to second place, while Breanna Bunevacz took over the lead with a second round average of 89.83. With Bunevacz and Iwasaki separated by less than a point, the judges invited both riders back to the ring for a final
[ABOVE] The North American Junior Equitation Championship saw Emma Kurtz and Carl top a field of 110. [BELOW] Augusta Iwasaki and Vanderpump claimed THIS National Children’s Medal Final.
round of testing before ultimately awarding Iwasaki the championship honor. Iwasaki, 13, is in her very first year competing in the equitation division, but the young rider has already earned major victories, including the USHJA Hunterdon Cup Equitation Classic– West. “I loved doing the test,” Iwasaki said. “I liked being able to do all of the inside turns. I do a lot of handy courses with my hunters, so I practice super inside turns a lot and I was able to use
Dover Saddlery/USEF Hunter Seat Medal Final Sees Taylor St. Jacques on Top
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TAYLOR ST. JACQUES, 18, OF GLEN Allen, VA, captured the win in the Dover Saddlery/USEF Hunter Seat Medal Final, at the Pennsylvania National Horse Show, presented by The Lindsay Maxwell Charitable Fund. “This is it. This is honestly a dream come true. I have always wanted to win a Final and hopefully we can win the rest and I can go out with a bang,” said St. Jacques. “I thought the courses were great today. They tested enough without being too difficult. I thought from the moment my horse came out of the stall today he had his absolute ‘A’ game on. He was ready to go out there and put his best foot forward and he did. He was absolutely incredible. I could not ask him to be better any part of any round.” The day began with an initial round of 257 riders. The top 25 were called back for the second round, which was narrowed down to an additional
test for the top four. The final test required riders to complete a course of eight numbered obstacles without stirrups. In the second round and in the final test, the riders returned in reverse order of merit. St. Jacques was called back on top for both so she had to wait for all of the other riders to take the course, a daunting position. “I was a little nervous coming back for the final test. I’ve come back on top a few times at some smaller shows and I think that really prepared me for this big class. I wasn’t as nervous as I thought I would be,” said St. Jacques. “I was really excited when they said no stirrups. I think that’s a strong suit of mine. My mom called it down at the [Winter Equestrian Festival], that at the final there was going to be a test with no stirrups and it happened!” Judges Tammy Provost and Jack Towell had not planned to test the
what I had already known.” With Iwasaki taking the win, Bunevacz of Valencia, CA, finished in second and Silvestri of Andover, MA, took third.
riders. However, the scores were so close, they felt it necessary to see them again. “Taylor never made a mistake,” said Provost. “In the final test we were looking for who was strong without their stirrups and Taylor was really strong.” Cooper Dean of Fayette, AL, was called back second to last for the test and kept his placing to finish as the runner-up. Dean was at a loss for words. “All this is just surreal. I can’t get the words out. It’s just great,” said Dean. “It’s really nice to have a really nice horse and I can’t thank Andre [Dignelli] enough.” Sam Walker of Ontario, Canada, placed third in his first equitation Final. Walker was eighth following the second round and moved up to third place for the final test. “I first started showing in the States about three years ago. I saw all the other big equitation riders and I really thought that one day I wanted to do that and get to a National Final like this,” said Walker. Jordyn Rose Freedman of Longmeadow, MA, placed fourth, moving up from eighth in the second round. “In the second round I came back in eighth, so I was not very nervous. I was just
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trying to do everything I could to climb up to the test. I was just so happy because my horse was really great and I couldn’t ask any more of him,” said Freedman. “I was so surprised to make the test. It was definitely a surreal moment. I was really excited. My goal this year was to make the second round, so to make the test was really great for my last junior year. I couldn’t be happier.” Charisma, the mount for St. Jacques won the Doris H. Clark Memorial Perpetual Trophy as Best Equitation Horse.
[LEFT] Taylor St. Jaques won the medal final aboard Charisma. [RIGHT] Cooper Dean, who also trains with St. Jaques’ trainer, Andre Dignelli, finished second.
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a Mini Medal, and regular Adult divisions. Juniors have the opportunity to showcase their knowledge as well as their riding skills, in the Horsemanship Challenge. 2017 Downeast MeDal Finals Results Walk Trot Poles Medal Final: 1. Sami Kettaneh; 2. Eleanor Baylon; 3. Elle McDaniel; 4. Sidone Abren; 5. Victoria Koron; 6. Autumn Lister. Short Stirrup Equitation Medal Final: 1. Willa Lyons; 2. Katie Plaisted; 3. Lulu Carney; 4. Murphy Langevin; 5. Nevaeh Smeeton-Cormier; 6. Isla Barmby. Long Stirrup Equitation Medal Final: 1. Sarah Bassett; 2. Greta Buttignol; 3. Adeline Keeley; 4. Olivia Lindo; 5. Serena Blasius; 6. Sarah Small. Mini Medal Final: 1. Emma Albertini; 2. Kristin Palmer; 3. Summer Pilley; 4. Isabel Kesselhaut; 5. Jillian Spencer; 6. Allie Ferland. Modified Adult Medal Final: 1. Lily Baker; 2. Courtney Snay; 3. Jessica Douglas; 4. Kara MacDonald; 5. Abby Crowell; 6. Mary O’Brien. Amateur Adult Medal Final: 1. Monika Calitri; 2. Jennifer Cunio; 3. Mariah Wright; 4. Anne C. Roberts; 5. Kristen Wesoja; 6. Amy Miller. Junior Equitation Medal Final: 1. Eva Bernstein; 2. Shavonne Farrell; 3. Celia Caron, 4. Katherine Austin; 5. Jordan Wicklund; 6. Isabel Breakey. Horsemanship Challenge (12 & under): 1. Lilly Leonhard; 2. Katie Plaisted; 3. Amira Kettaneh; 4. Murphy Langevin; 5. Kristin Palmer. Horsemanship Challenge (13-17): 1. Emma Albertini; 2. Serena Blasius; 3. Charlotte Pearsall; 4. Jillian Spencer; 5. Greta Buttignol. American National/Farm Family Derby: CH. Stella Luna; RE. Windsor. Mason Dixon Memorial Derby: CH. Cha-Ching; RE. Locatelli. NEHC Open Pleasure: CH. Sunny Days; RE. Little Magic. Children’s Hunter: CH. Forbes; RE. Rockabilly. Amateur Adult Hunter: CH. Cha-
[ABOVE] Kristin Palmer took second in the Mini Medal Final aboard Gold Digger. [BElOw] Eva Bernstein topped the Junior Equitation Medal Final. Ching; RE. Finnigan. Open Hunter: CH. Locatelli, Finnigan, Oh So Smooth. Modified Junior Hunter: CH. Starbuck; RE. Windsor. Modified Adult Hunter: CH. Atlantis; RE. Another Tiger Lilly. Walk Trot Equitation: CH. Sami Kettaneh; RE. Eleanor Baylon. Short Stirrup Equitation: CH. Willa Lyons; RE. Katie Plaisted. Lead Line: CH. Ryen McDaniel; RE. Corinne Dunne. Children’s Equitation: CH. Allie Ferland; RE. Emma Albertini. Junior Equitation: CH. Eva Bernstein; RE. Amira Kettaneh. Long Stirrup Equitation: CH. Sarah Bassett; RE. Adeline Keeley.
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THE WEATHER WAS PERFECT FOR the ninth annual Downeast Medal Finals (DMF) held at the Skowhegan Fairgrounds in Skowhegan, ME. The fabulous weather, the beautiful ring with gorgeous jumps, and a terrific group of exhibitors all came together for an amazing horse show. Choruses of “I can’t wait for next year,” “we will definitely be back,” and “best final I have ever been to,” were heard all around the grounds. From the welcoming staff to the efficient jump crew, the show ran smoothly from start to finish. Everyone enjoyed the complimentary exhibitors’ party Friday during the Team Challenge and the ice cream social during the Pro/Am class on Saturday. Once again, there was a high point Maine Rider for both the American National/Farm Family Derby and Mason Dixon Memorial Derby. New for this year was an award for an overall High Point Maine Rider and Summer Pilley of Belfast, ME, took home the beautiful bridle donated by CWD. As show manager Scott Laffey said, “without the generous support of our sponsors we would not be able to provide so much for our exhibitors.” DMF offers something for riders of all levels. Classes range from Lead Line all the way to Junior Equitation. There are Short Stirrup and Long Stirrup divisions (adults included),
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BY TERISÉ COLE
Eventing news
[LEFT] Abigail Powell and her own Rain Dance Maggie had a fantastic day at Course Brook Farm. [ABOVE] Caroline Teich and Dondarrion were fourth in Preliminary Rider at GMHA.
TRAINING GRANTS The United States Equestrian Team (USET) Foundation announced this year’s recipients of the Jacqueline B. Mars National Competition and Training Grants as Tamra Smith, Jordan Linstedt, and Alexis Helffrich. The grant, which is awarded to eventing athletes who have been identified as having an impressive record and potential to represent the United States in future international competitions, enabled the riders to attend The Dutta Corp. Fair Hill International CCI2* and CCI3* in Fair Hill, MD.
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but are ready to tackle their next event together. The whole team enjoyed their weekend at beautiful GMHA and are excited to return in the spring.
FOUR FOR ALL Cold and rainy weather didn’t faze riders from Fox Hill Equestrians, LLC in Barnstead, NH, as they attended the University of New Hampshire Fall Horse Trials. Valerie Pascetta and Sharp Dressed Man added a single rail to their dressage score, ending in fourth in Junior Beginner Novice, while trainer Emily Tasker and FHE Exeter’s Orion finished in fourth in Open Beginner Novice! POWELL PACKS A PUNCH Congratulations to Massachusetts’s Abigail Powell on a wonderful day at Course Brook Farm’s USEA Recognized Horse Trials! Powell rode Rain Dance Maggie to finish on their dressage score of 37.5 and earn sixth in Beginner Novice. PERFORMANCE DIRECTOR The United States Equestrian
Federation (US Equestrian) announced the appointment of Erik Duvander as the new Performance Director for Eventing. Duvander joins US Equestrian with over 30 years of strategic planning and program development at the high-performance level, and will use the depth of his experience to lead the U.S. Eventing Team as they prepare for the FEI World Equestrian Games Tryon 2018 next year.
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contact listings Emerald Isles Eventing (tbsl), 45 Glen Street Westborough, MA 01581 508-329-1717 emeraldisleseventingcenter@ gmail.com b=breeding, t=training, s=sales, l=lessons Call 800-742-9171 if you would like to be featured in our Eventing Contact Listings
PHOTOS: (LEFT) TERISÉ COLE; (RIGHT) LIZA TEICH
JERSEY GIRLS Congratulations to Eliza Farren of Emerald Isles Eventing Center in Westborough, MA, on her success with Beahereincourt at the Eastern States Dressage and Combined Training Association’s New Jersey Horse Trials. The pair took second in Open Preliminary with a 44.20.
City for the Central Park Horse Show’s U.S. Open $50,000 Arena Eventing where William FoxPitt rode Loschiavo’s two-star mount, Prince Renan. Fox-Pitt catch rode the Holsteiner/Thoroughbred gelding owned by Rodney and Gina Giudici-Oakes and finished in third with teammate Oliver Townend.
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[ABOVE] Selena O’Hanlon and Foxwood High stayed toward the top of the leaderboard to win the 2017 Fair Hill International CCI***. [RIGHT] As the highest placed American pair, William Coleman and Tight Lines were crowned Dutta Corp./USEF CCI*** National Eventing Champions.
Selena O’Hanlon Claims CCI*** Victory
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At The 2017 Dutta Corp. Fair Hill International Three-Day Event THE SHOW JUMPING PHASE proved influential for CCI*** competitors at The 2017 Dutta Corp. Fair Hill International Three-Day Event with the leaderboard shuffling to reveal Canada’s Selena O’Hanlon and Foxwood High as the winning pair and William Coleman and Tight Lines as The Dutta Corp./USEF CCI*** Eventing National Champions. It was a rollercoaster weekend for Selena O’Hanlon as she bounced from first to second and back on top again with Foxwood High, a 14-year-old Canadian Sport Horse owned by John and Judy Rumble. Ultimately, the CCI*** win and a $15,000 prize was hers for the taking after adding three deliberate time penalties in Sunday’s show jumping to finish on a score of 44.0. “I’m super excited for this horse at this level. It was a personal best all the way through—I couldn’t have
asked for any more of him,” she said. “Today I got a little worried. He started show jumping by braille which leads to rails usually, so I took the time to have a clear round because that was my goal and I’m glad it all worked out in the end anyway.” O’Hanlon also received The Linda Moore Trophy as the highest placed foreign entry, and The Beale Wright Morris Memorial Trophy as the leading lady in the CCI***. William Coleman and Tight Lines were crowned Dutta Corp./USEF CCI*** National Eventing Champions after a faultless show jump round left them on their dressage score (46.3) as the highest placed American pair. “He was magic yesterday on the cross-country. I was thrilled with how he ran. He made it feel like it was well within his capabilities, and today he just tried his heart out,” Coleman said of The Conair Syndicate’s
10-year-old Thoroughbred. “I think the horse’s biggest attribute is that he just gives 100% all the time. He’s not the simplest, but he really tried. As long as you can harness that the right way, you can do some good things. We’ll just try to reproduce it now over and over again.” A clear round catapulted Boyd Martin and Christine Turner’s Tsetserleg to third place in the CCI*** for the Dutta Corp./USEF CCI*** Reserve Champion title. A score of 46.1 in the dressage and 1.2 time penalties on cross-country gave them a final result of 47.3. “He’s a newer horse for me. He just doesn’t wow you at home, but when you get to a competition this horse all of the sudden grows to about 17.2, and he jumps as high as you wanna jump and and moves like Totilas, and we saw that this weekend at Fair Hill,” Martin commented on his talented partner. December 2017
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[LEFT] Edie Perkins and her gelding, Squire. [RIGHT] Belisario Interagro and Kate Poulin.
family members. Monica Blunt and Hershey took first in the Intro Level Test A. Danielle Sharp and Ashala finished on top with an outstanding score of 74.688%. Lourie Herrin and Bajocco took first in Test C. Training Level Test 1 went to Danielle Sharp, who rode Ashala for first and Dolce GES for second. Test 2 went to Kate Burning and Special and Radica, while Test 3 was won by Brittany Bullock and Charlemagne. First Level Test 1’s first place winner was Christina Severino on Remy with a score of 73.5. Edie Perkins and Esqudeiro took first for Test 2, and Kerry Page took first in Test 3 with Sutton Spring. Congrats to all who rode and participated!
SCHOOL SHOW MRF Dressage of Hopkinton, NH, held its final schooling show of the season with a great turnout of riders and
MOTHER-DAUGHTER DUO Canadian Grand Prix rider Diane Creech and her daughter, Vanessa Creech-Terauds, had a whirlwind summer training
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and competing throughout Europe on multiple horses owned by Leatherdale Farms. The experience helped them raise the bar in the ring, which paid off with impressive wins at the prestigious Dressage at Devon in Pennsylvania. Diane Creech claimed the CDI-W Grand Prix with a 70.92% aboard Chrevis Christo, a 14-year-old Danish Warmblood gelding. Her 17-year-old daughter, Vanessa Creech-Terauds, also picked up wins during her first time competing at Devon. Though it is her first season competing the eight-year-old Hanoverian mare Fleur de Lis L in Young Rider tests CreechTerauds swept the CDI division. The successful duo won the Team Test with a 68.289%, the Individual Test with a 66.816 % and the Freestyle with a 72.35%.
EARLY START The Performance Show at
Dressage at Devon wrapped up for Hilltop Farm of Colora, MD. Michael Bragdell showed Sternlicht in his first CDI Prix St. Georges test on a 65.746% and just out of the ribbons. At only seven, this was an early move up for Sternlicht but with Devon as Hilltop’s “home show,” it felt like the right time. Bragdell also had two horses in the USEF Four-Year Old Division. Carol McPhee’s SenSation HW, who has only been with Hilltop since June, is showing quick progress and was second both days with a 7.9 and 7.94. Well Done!
IN SYNC Laura Brainerd of Laura Brainerd Dressage in Norway, ME, received FEI high score for the weekend at the GMHA Fall show. Though it’s been a year since the two had entered the competition ring, Brainerd was overjoyed by her ride on Donzetti.
PHOTOS: (LEFT) ANJA STADELMANN; (RIGHT) COURTESY OF POULIN DRESSAGE
SEASON DEBUT The legacy of success for Interagro’s progeny across international borders continued this summer, as Katherine Poulin, of Chagrin Falls, OH, debuted her stallion Belisario Interagro at the FEI Grand Prix. Following consistent scores and performances, the team rode strong in their final competition before the 2018 season in Wellington. Poulin and Belisario were the Reserve Champions in Intermediaire II, won the Grand Prix, and placed third in the Open Grand Prix Championship class. Despite qualifying for National Championships at Grand Prix after just a few outings, Poulin opted to rest Belisario this fall in preparation for Florida’s winter season.
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Chrissy Cappacchonie at the final CDCTA show of the year.
Connecticut Dressage and Combined Training Association Show Season Wraps Up at Westbrook Hunt Club SUBMITTED BY CHRISSY CAPPACCHONIE; PHOTO BY HELEN CAPPACCHONIE
SUNDAY OCTOBER 1, 2017, THE Connecticut Dressage & Combined Training Association (CDCTA) held its final show of the season, at Westbrook Hunt Club in Westbrook, CT. The weather got the rain out of the way earlier in the weekend, while Sunday couldn’t have been any better. The morning was crisp and clear. Fall was clearly making its entrance, although it warmed up nicely later in the day. Turning into the entrance of the facility, the hustle and bustle of a well-run event met every spectator’s and competitor’s eager eye. The smell of horse show food
made everyone’s stomach rumble with anticipation of a meal that tasted as good as it smelled, thank you Art Demayo. Let me tell you, the food booth did not disappoint! A large turnout of competitors made for a busy day. The warm-up and dressage rings were constantly busy, cycling through by the sound of the judge’s bell or whistle, with beautiful horse and rider teams. In the jump ring, many lovely rounds were executed, and lots of supporters cheered and clapped. Our wonderful and hardworking volunteers did it again, making sure the day went smoothly and everything was
USA Dominates At the 2017 US Equestrian Para-Equestrian Dressage National Championships THE 2017 US EQUESTRIAN Para-Equestrian Dressage National Championships and CPEDI3*, CPEDI1*, were one of the most successful ParaDressage championships to date Held at the beautiful 1,400 acre Tryon International Equestrian Center in Mill Spring, NC, this international para-
dressage show was a world-class event. This was also a fantastic opportunity for riders to test-drive the facilities that will host the 2018 World Equestrian Games. Equestrians from the USA and Canada filled the FEI stables with their top mounts riding over the September 14-17 weekend. The FEI Ground Jury
well organized. Secretary Kathy Ross organized the 109 rides of the day. Jenn Braiden did an outstanding job with the raffle table, which was very popular. We would like to thank everyone who donated an item to it, and took the time to run it, and offer our congratulations to all our winners! Karen Roberts and Alix Szepesi, with L distinction, were the fabulous dressage judges of the day. Sue Drozda was the amazing jump judge once again. Ellie Mane was the friendly ring steward and horse show volunteer coordinator with a constant smile. Throughout the day she kept watch over everyone and got them to their rings on time. Everyone was warm and friendly. Many riders could be heard giving other riders well wishes to those they didn’t know, and offering lots of encouragement throughout the day. We would like to thank all those who supported CDCTA this year, and came to our shows and clinics. In addition, all of our volunteers deserve a huge, well-earned round of applause and appreciation for everything they do to keep the club running, and the time they take out of their own lives, to provide something for all of us who participate in CDCTA’s events to enjoy! If you are interested in being a volunteer or board member for the Connecticut Dressage and Combined Training Association, please contact Ann at bowiea@sbcglobal.net. We would love to welcome you to the family! As our show season is wrapping up, now is the time to start thinking about the year-end awards banquet. The entry can be found on at cdctaonline. com. In order to be eligible, members must have participated in two of our three shows and have completed their volunteer hours.
included Elke Ebert, Carlos Lopes, Christel Carlson, Kristi Wysocki, and Adrienne Pots. The National Show and CPEDI3*/CPEDI1** was presented by Adequan while the US Equestrian Para-Equestrian Dressage National Championships were sponsored by Deloitte. USPEA President Hope Hand acknowledged, “This was the largest CPEDI/National Championship we have ever had. We are so thankful to how US Equestrian has stepped up for our
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[USA EQUINE JOURNAL AFFILIATE ] Dominates continued from page 85 discipline providing superb staff, media, and marketing for us. We also want to thank the riders, coaches, grooms, ground jury, volunteers, and spectators that made the 2017 championships a top show. We are so proud of how everyone contributed to putting our sport in the limelight.� The United States ParaDressage Team, led by Chef d’Equipe Kai Handt and Head of Para-Dressage Coach Development and High Performance Programs, Michele Assouline, garnered the win over Canada and the U.S. athletes continued to earn the blue in each grade. Both Michel Assouline and Kai Handt worked together in all aspects of the CPEDI3*. The US Equestrian 2017 Para-Equestrian Dressage
US Equestrian 2017 ParaEquestrian Dressage National Champion Annie Peavy with Royal Dark Chocolate.
National Champion went to Annie Peavy and Royal Dark Chocolate. Peavy and Royal Dark Chocolate received a score of 70.122% in the Grade IV CPEDI3* Individual and a 76.458% in the Freestyle. The duo dominated the competition earning the tricolor ribbon and accolades. Peavy placed first and second on her two mounts for the Grade IV Team Test. In reserve was Margaret McIntosh and her new mount, Heros. McIntosh and Heros placed first in Grade I CPEDI3* with a 72.889% in Freestyle and second in the Individual Test with a 70.476%, second by mere points to Roxanne Trunnell who took first. McIntosh took first place for the Grade I Team Test. Equestrians will next prepare for the winter season with shows in Wellington, FL.
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BY LISA CENIS
Driving news
[LEFT] Willard Rhodes driving at Shelburne. [RIGHT] Sarah Bates and Awesome George were Intermediate Champions at the SDA Horse Driving Trial.
CONDOLENCES We are saddened to report that Willard Rhodes of Southern Pines, NC, passed away at age 97. Our sympathies to his family and friends. SPIN TO WIN Linda Wilking drove her girl, Spin, to place first out of five at the Spurwink Farm Driving Derby, hosted by the Maine Driving Club on September 17. A special thanks to Barbara Chadwick and all the volunteers for putting on the show. MARK YOUR CALENDAR The American Driving Society has announced the Hickory Knoll CDE in Fitchburg, WI, on July 20-22, 2018, and the Katydid CDE/CAI** in Aiken, SC, to be held November 1-4, 2018 as the locations for the North American Championships. Be sure to mark your calendars for these exciting events!
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DOUBLE DUTY The American Driving Society is pleased to award its very first Volunteer of the Year award to Carol and Frances Bowersock, of Colton, OR. These ladies—who happen to be twins—stood out the most out of the many applications
submitted. They have made a “retirement career” of volunteering at carriage driving events, although neither competes. They have volunteered as secretaries for combined driving events, driving trials, arena driving trials, and for the United States’ Driving for the Disabled. “They have been dauntless navigators,” says Merridy Hance. “They’ve manned every volunteer position from office to field to outback. On more than one occasion, their skills as paramedics have been called upon, where they are masterful, competent, and reassuring. They’ve helped a navigator who was having a stroke every bit as much as, in a previous era they both delivered babies in the back of an ambulance. When they come to events, they come prepared. All they ask is a job to do and an opportunity to do it well.”
Pines, NC, is excited to announce that they became ADS Intermediate Pair and FourIn-Hand Champions 2017 with the Arabo Friesians. Dragstra thanks Cindy and Steve Vollers and Eleanor and Larry Smith for their continued support, as well as their phenomenal team of professional horsemen!
WINNING WAYS Saratoga Driving Association held their annual Horse Driving Trial on October 7-8. On Saturday, they offered a Combined Training day for drivers. Almost everyone participated in both events. The overall Combined Training Preliminary Horse Champion was UVM Tirzah driven by Cheryl Rivers, who also earned
the title of Driving Trial Preliminary Pony Champions on Sunday. Francois Bergeron and Jacob followed in reserve. The Training Championship went to Sarah Reitz driving LaBella and Intermediate Champion was Sarah Bates driving Awesome George. Bates and George went on to earn the Preliminary II championship on Sunday, followed by Susan Mallory, who earned reserve with Val. The Training Pony division was won by Diego Rubio driving Champagne Wishes, with Tracey Turner coming in reserve driving Chardonnay. For more information on the SDA Driving Trial, turn to page 88. Preliminary Pony Reserve Champions Francois Bergeron and Jacob.
NEW CARRIAGE Congratulations to Gina Handy on the purchase of her new carriage. We look forward to seeing her and Michael out and about! SHOUT OUT Dragstra Stables of Southern December 2017
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[LEFT] Cheryl Pratt Rivers, Erica Robb, Eileen Van Ortt, and Steve C at the Combined Test and Driving Trial Dinner. [RIGHT] Diego Rubio, a 12-year-old driver at the Combined Test/Horse Driving Trial at Akers Acres.
Saratoga Driving Association Hosts Annual Combined Test and Driving Trial ARTICLE AND PHOTOS SUBMITTED BY CAROL FRANK
WE DID IT AGAIN! EVERY YEAR WE tweak our Combined Test and Horse Driving Trial to make it better. This year we reworked the course route and added a fancy beveled solid wood obstacle, designed to last forever. Conditions threatened, weather held, and we had a ball. Our scheduled judge cancelled abruptly and Holly Pulsifer, the Queen of Combined Driving, stepped up and saved the day. Mark Johnson designed the course and cones, and then flew off to Australia for International Course Design. That left Erika Matulich as Technical Delegate (TD) and Learner TD, Linda, to measure and troubleshoot. It went off flawlessly, except that we would have liked some more entries. We have always had an overflow crowd and this year, we had a lot of excuses.
Things happen, we get it, but we want you back next year, and a whole lot more volunteers. We have been discussing our sport and what we can do, and while there are many opinions, we reached no clear idea of our next step. We are grass roots. We are the club level. We want the greenest of green and those moving up. We want the experienced ones to come and have a fun, relaxing weekend, where you can try out some new things among friends and enjoy yourself. We don’t mess around. Our course is first rate, and nobody got through Marc Johnson’s cones course without some sweat. We offered a delicious catered dinner on us under a big tent and overnight accommodation increased locally with Airbnb. We want you to come back, because we want to promote our sport by building our driving community.
Lots of folks made suggestions about how to get more people involved. Bring new people along, make it easy for them, let them drive your horse, lend them your equipment. I would sooner share a spouse or lend someone a new sports car, than give them the reins. Lend a harness, maybe. This is a serious sport and you have to have a hunger for it. You have to really want it. It isn’t the expense. It isn’t the risk. It is the desire to do all the work. There are so many reasons not to work with horses, and especially not to drive, and then not ever to try combined driving, that unless you have the hunger in your soul, you just aren’t going to get there. But we can work together, support each other’s events, coordinate as a region, and let the organizers know how to improve.
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Southern New England Carriage Driving Association Runs Successful Two-Day Event ARTICLE SUBMITTED BY KELLY PESEK; PHOTOS BY VIBERTIA PHOTOGRAPHY
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Show took place September 16 and 17 at Celtic Cross Farm in Dudley, MA. After many years of holding a one-day pleasure
show, SNECDA decided to try a two-day event. The weekend kicked off with the lightly competitive Scurry Challenge. Drivers enjoyed five different cones courses, including a cross-country obstacle course. One of the competitors dubbed this the “fun and games show.” Bob Koopman won the championship in the Horse/Pony division with his wife Diane and their pony, Missy Hos. Bob and Kathy Devine and her Quarter Horse mare, Mimi,
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enjoyed a tight competition in all five classes. In the Very Small Equine (VSE) division, Pat Musser and Noodles won the championship, just edging out Georgia Barry and Lollipop by one point. Thank you to an outstanding team of volunteers who helped set up and run the show: Carleen Crummett, Elsie Rodney, Amy Bierbaum, Madeline Leone, Joan Dirkson, and Shelly Hendler. Day two was a very foggy Sunday morning for the start of the Annual Pleasure Driving Show. Twenty competitors turned out for a full day of competition judged by John Greenall with Technical Delegate, Susan Koso. Angela Von Beuldring and her Morgan pony won the Novice Pony Championship. The Open Horse Champion was Bob Koopman with his Dutch Harness Horse, Knight Chief. Reserve honors went to Joan Duchi and her Morgan, Meadowmere Doubletime. The Multiples Championship went to Michele Hulse and her welsh ponies. Joan Dirkson and her Friesian pair won reserve. The VSE division is always large and very competitive. Leila McNeff and
[LEFT] Michele Roy and Elvis in the VSE Working class. [RIGHT] Bob and Nancy Cleary and Shiloh on the Cross-Country Pace with volunteer, Sheila Guimond.
Honey were champions and reserve went to Michelle Roy and Elvis. Leona Anastasi won the Margaret Ferguson Memorial Award for Concours d’Elegance. The American Morgan Horse High Point Morgan Award went to Angela Von Beuldring. The Charles Wendy R. Memorial High Point Pony Award went to Michelle Hulse. John and Adrienne St. Cyr won the Marguerite Tomany Memorial Award for Sportsmanship and the Junior Award went to Evan St. Cyr. Evan was a tremendous help throughout the show and he was greatly appreciated by competitors and organizers. SNECDA would like to thank John and
Nifty Hamilton and Makari Design won the National Champion at the USEF Single Horse Combined Driving National Championships.
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Adrienne for the use of their magnificent Celtic Cross Farm and for all of the work they do to make this show a success. We would also like to thank show chairs, Bonnie Jean and Janice Meszoely and their team of volunteers. Cynthia Sauer, secretary; Lisa Terrell, cones judge; and Karen O’Brien, steward; also must be thanked for their expertise and enormous time commitment. Lastly, SNECDA would like to thank our loyal competitors. We look forward to seeing your faces and horses at all of our events and to enjoy good competition. Please look for our show next year over the same weekend in September 2018.
Hamilton, completed the cones course with 2.85 penalty points, but they could not be caught by the competition. Hamilton secured the title of national champion with a combined score of 143.31 points after the dressage, marathon, and cones phases. Donna Crookston from Saltsburg, PA, and her nine-year-old Dutch Harness gelding, Viktor, were one of only three clear rounds in the cones phase of this division. With no penalty points to account for, Crookston advanced from third place to second place overall with a combined score of 151.94 points. Leslie Berndl of Newcastle, CA, and her 16-year-old Royal Dutch Warmblood gelding, Uminco, had 3.00 penalty points coming out of the cones course, positioning them in third with 153.96 points. Daphne White from Durango, CO, and her 12-year-old Hackney mare, Halstead by Legacy, came into the day in the sixth position. White moved through the obstacles of the cones phase with precision and accuracy for a clear round and an overall score of 171.01 points after the three phases, maintaining their sixth position. December 2017
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[LEFT] Olyvia O’Brian and Equinox Bossanova represented UNH’s IHSA team well at the Morgan Grand Nationals in Oklahoma. [RIGHT] Kimberly Tillman and her mount Spooks Not All Dun of Summer Wind Farm received Co-Champion in Level 1 Novice Horse Non Pro.
PHOTOS: (RIGHT) COURTESY OF OLYVIA O’BRIAN; (LEFT) JEFF KIRKBRIDE
DUAL CHAMPS The Silver Heels Riding Club’s last show of the season brought success to many, including those at Boulder Brook Stables of Lee, NH. Adult Western Champion went to Morgan Wheeler, and Elisabeth (Maria) Veale took home the Young Adult Western 17 & Under Championship! IHSA SEMI FINALS The Intercollegiate Horse Shows Association (IHSA) announced the locations for their Western Semi-Finals competitions, the definitive step for Western riders and teams to qualify for Nationals. IHSA riders compete in a range of levels in Western horsemanship and in the Open Level in both horsemanship and reining. Alfred University in Alfred, NY, in IHSA’s Zone 2, Region 1, will hold Western Semi-Finals for the first time in Hamburg, NY. In 2017, two members of
the Alfred University Western equestrian team placed in the top 10 of their respective divisions at Nationals.
WELL DONE Santa Hill Ranch of Campbell Hall, NY, would like to extend huge congratulations to Katelyn Cofell for winning the NRHA Northeast Affiliate 13 & Under Championship at EPRHA. This is Katelyn’s first year out of short stirrup and she continues to rise to the top. A job well done to this up and coming star! REINING THUNDER Summer Wind Farm of Damascus, MD, trekked to New Jersey for the EPRHA Northeast Affiliate Championships. Kimberly Tillman and her mount Spooks Not All Dun received Co-Champion in Level 1 Novice Horse Non Pro with Chuck Stinner, for the EPRHA Northeast Affiliate
Championship. Patrick Fulton and his gelding Sw Quick Draw won reserve champion in the Youth Team Tournament, receiving scholarship money and a set of spurs. Tricia Tillman also had a successful show on various mounts, including a ride on Boomin in Lace; the two finished in the top ten of the Novice Horse Non Pro Levels 1 and 2 with a 142, qualifying to go to Oklahoma City to the North America Affiliate Finals.
FALL FUN Townsend’s Training Farm of Pembroke, NH, hosted their annual Fall Fling Horse Show. Riders of all ages had fun with four-legged mounts, or a customized dream stick horse. The show brought races for young kids and their stick ponies, western pleasure classes, equitation classes, leadline classes, and even egg and spoon races for all ages! All who attended
had a family-fun packed day.
COUNTED AND QUALIFIED Crystal Farm of Dunstable, MA, had a great go at the EPRHA Northeast Affiliate Championships in New Jersey. All those who attended from Crystal Farm qualified for finals! Riders include Jake Masterson with Starbuck Dunit Again, Cooper Hicks riding Smilin Gangster, Jill Bass riding Whizinator, Chris Hicks riding Dolls Gator Eighty, and Frani Simmons with SLJ Smart and Ruf. SHOWING SUCCESS Many congratulations to the University of New Hampshire IHSA’s amazing teammate Olyvia O’Brian for all of her success at Morgan Grand Nationals in Oklahoma. She won all four of her classes, including the World Amateur division and the World Youth division.
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[LEFT] Overall Cowboy Dave Billotte on Cowboy. [RIGHT] Overall Cowgirl Molly Wilson on Lucus.
Connecticut State Titles Earned by Cowboy Mounted Shooters ARTICLE BY ALLISON FORSYTH; PHOTOS BY JEANNE LEWIS IMAGES
THE ANNUAL CONNECTICUT State Championship of Cowboy Mounted Shooting was held on Saturday, September 16 at the Old Bethany Airport, in Bethany, CT. End of the season matches often attract a lot of riders chasing those end of the year points. Along with many from Connecticut, the Connecticut Renegades Cowboy Mounted Shooting club hosted riders from, Massachusetts, New Hampshire, New York, Pennsylvania, and Rhode Island. The Overall Champion on the day was Level V rider, Dave Billotte from Frenchville, PA, on his horse Mark Calboy High aka Cowboy. Less than five seconds behind Billotte was another Level V rider, Shad Smith of Mont Vernon, NH, on his horse Annie, who claimed the reserve champion title. The Overall Cowgirl on the day was Molly Wilson of Hudson, NH, on her horse Lucus. Not only did
Wilson win her class, but this was the final win she needed to move from the Ladies II division into the Ladies III division. Paige Forsyth of West Granby, CT, on her horse Missouri came in sixth overall, won her class, and earned the reserve cowgirl title. The Connecticut State Championship was also a big day for 13-year-old Kayla Davis of West Granby, CT, on Cherokee. She won the Ladies I division, which was her final win needed to move into the Ladies II division. Thanks to two major sponsors of the Connecticut Renegades, “Lock, Stock and Barrel” of Bethany, CT, and “State Line Propane” of Granby, CT, the overall cowboy, overall cowgirl, and full class winners received personalized championship buckles. Our sharpshooters of the day (no missed targets) were Kayla Davis, Alan Green, Steven Roy, and Dy Rizzo. The Bianchi Cowboy $100 Clean Shooter
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Over 800 rides were held over four days, September 28 through October 1, at the Lazy E Arena in Guthrie, OK, with competitors vying for 79 world champi-
gift certificate went to Green. The best-dressed award went to Renegades members Chris Anson and Alan Green with prizes from Jeanne Lewis Images. For those chasing even more points, the Thunder in Naugatuck Valley match was held the following day. Tom Beckman of Harwinton, CT, on his horse “Chip” took the overall spot, further securing his lead in the Connecticut point’s race. This overall win was also the final win Beckman needed to move into the Men’s Level III division. Shyanne Ostrander of Torrington, CT, won the Ladies Level I class on Levi, getting her closer towards the Ladies Level II division. The Renegades appreciated all who came out to the weekend’s matches to chase those points including Dave and his wife Liz Billotte from Pennsylvania. Their six-hour drive was well worth the trip, as Billotte’s finishes secured her spot as the Overall Cowgirl for the Northeast Region. For more information about the Connecticut Renegades, upcoming events, and the sport of Cowboy Mounted Shooting, visit ctrenegades.com.
onships and 15 divisional championship belt buckles. “Western dressage honors the partnership between horses and riders, and that was certainly on display at our World Show,” said WDAA President Ellen DiBella. “I was especially thrilled to see the riders in our Physically Challenged division.” Three-time world champion Shawn
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Makepeace, who is legally blind, earned that divisional championship on her American Quarter Horse mare, Mosly A Rose. Volunteers held bright LED lights at each letter around the dressage arena, making it possible for Makepeace, of Belleville, IL, to discern the location of the letters as she rode her western dressage tests. The show drew approximately 170 exhibitors from 29 states from coast to coast, five Canadian provinces, and New Zealand. Nearly 40 horse breeds were represented as well, making this a truly inclusive sport that is welcoming to all types of horses and both beginner and expert riders alike. Older horses have found success in this discipline, as well—many of them on their second or third career. “It’s so exciting to see horses in their mid-20s competing successfully,” DiBella said. A great example was the American Quarter Horse Spindoll, who at age 25 helped her rider, Rose Ruotsalainen of Cheney, WA, earn three junior world championships,
Andrea Osmond of Arvada, CO, riding Tiz a Way Enjoying the journey at the 2017 Western Dressage World Championship Horse Show.
two reserve world championships, and the overall junior divisional championship at the introductory level. The long weekend also had plenty
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(L-R) Patrick Stroth (Navy), Geoffery Beatty (Navy), Bill Mercurio (Army), and Ron Hathaway (Air Force) at the 2017 IFSHA World and National Championship Horse Show.
International Friesian Show Horse Association BraveHearts Military Veteran Drill Team Members Perform at 2017 IFSHA World and National Championship Horse Show ARTICLE SUBMITTED BY MALA TYLER; PHOTOGRAPHY BY AVALON PHOTOGRAPHY
“TWO AND A HALF YEARS AGO I couldn’t tell you the front-end from the back-end of a horse,” says Ron Hathaway to the nearly silent audience at the 2017 International Friesian Show Horse Association’s (IFSHA) Friesian World and Grand National Horse Show. “I spent my days in my garage thinking of ways to kill myself.” Hathaway, a 24-year retired Air Force veteran, sat upon Boone, a sorrel gelding with a wide blaze and kind eyes, in the center of the show ring at the Champion’s Center in Springfield, OH, sharing his story. After three combat tours, he found himself in a dark place filled with anger and his family was desperate to find him help. While in an inpatient program with Veterans Affairs, it was suggested to Hathaway to “go ride a horse” and he was introduced to BraveHearts Therapeutic Riding and Educational Center in Harvard, IL. It was there that he met Boone, found relief from his PTSD, and regained a sense of purpose and enjoyment in life. “It’s literally changed my life.” Hathaway and four other military veteran riders performed at the opening ceremony during the IFSHA show as part of the BraveHeart Military Veteran Drill Team. The team’s performance was sponsored by the All Glory Project, a
non-profit 501(c)3 organization that seeks to promote, foster, and support programs and institutions that utilize animal-assisted, particularly horses, and adjunct therapies in aiding the military, veterans, and their families. “I’m so proud,” said the All Glory Project’s founder, Elizabeth Shatner, to the IFSHA crowd. “You’re the first breed to step up and lead the charge across the United States by actually putting a class into your horse show, so my heart swells…the families appreciate it so much.” And then the ring filled with more than 30 participants for the All Glory Project benefit class. Friesians and part bred Friesians were presented in-hand, under saddle, and in the harness, all to raise money for the charity that gives hope to veterans and their families. While Lee Greenwood’s “God Bless the USA” echoed in the arena, IFSHA staff walked through the crowd with blue buckets collecting donations. Audience members and riders were invited to come to the microphone and share in whose honor they were donating,
(L-R) Members of The BraveHearts Military Veteran Drill Team: Ron Hathaway (Air Force), Geoffery Beatty (Navy), Jenny McDonald (Army), Patrick Stroth (Navy), and Bill Mercurio (Army).
stories of mothers, fathers, sons, and daughters who proudly served our country energized the audience to donate more. Tribute after tribute produced higher and higher donations in the true spirit of helping our military and their families when they need it most. Amongst cheers and tears and a ring full of beautiful horses, an astonishing $16,500 was raised for the All Glory Project. The money will go to support programs like BraveHeart who, in just this year alone, has provided 12,096 lessons to 680 veterans free of charge. In turn, these programs save lives just like BraveHearts Therapeutic Riding saved Ron Hathaway’s life. “I’m not the only one,” says Hathaway, “There’s hundreds and hundreds and hundreds of stories just like that.” December 2017
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