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contents features

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8 countdown to normandy

by Karen Robinson

14 rocky mountain show Jumping: plans for the future

by Eleanor Klawer with John Anderson

22 in memoriam: dianne tidball Submitted by Jane Tidball

30 a dressage Queen walks on the wild side: extreme trail!

12 headline news 19 horse council bc news 49 sales catalogue 55 equestrian properties 57 bchJa news 59 Jump alberta news 60 competition calendar 61 noticeboard 62 advertisers’ index

by Eleanor Klawer

48 the foals of 2014

departments 18 industry news the Best Of North

american sport Horse Breeding to Be showcased

24 fei news FEI Dressage Committee Promotes two Judges to 5* List

26 vet’s view Lameness Investigation: Not an Easy task

28 on coaching Rights & Responsibilities

34 clinic review the Performance advantage symposium

36 discipline reports Venezuela’s

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angel Karolyi Wins spruce Meadows Derby Rematch ON THE COVER: Frolicking through the dandelions is this month’s cover cutie, Jump Off TM, a 2014 colt by Indoctro out of Icon, owned by Kevin and Jennifer Stephenson of TM Farms. Photo: Jennifer Stephenson.

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CANADA AND THE WORLD PREPARE FOR THE 2014 WORLD EQUESTRIAN GAMES

BY KAREN ROBINSON

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ith the 2014 Alltech FEI World Equestrian Games just weeks away, team announcements are coming fast and furious, and those who have made the cut are packing their tack trunks for the competition of a lifetime.

Among the Canadians to be named to the Dressage, Eventing, Endurance and Reining teams are a number of athletes who call the Western provinces home.

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hawley Bennett-awad and Gin & Juice

EvEnting — haWlEy lEads thE Way Canadian WEG Eventing Team: • peter barry (Dunham, QC) — Kilrodan Abbott (1999 Irish Sport Horse gelding ), owned by Peter, Susan and Dylan Barry; • Hawley bennett-Awad (Langley, BC) — Gin & Juice (2000 Thoroughbred mare), owned by Hawley Bennett-Awad and Linda Paine; • selena O’Hanlon (Kingston, ON) — Foxwood

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High (2003 Canadian Sport Horse gelding), owned by John and Judy Rumble; and • Jessica phoenix (Cannington, ON) — A Little Romance (2005 TB /Trakehner mare), owned

by Donald Leschied.

There aren’t too many Canadian equestrians who can lay claim to being veterans before reaching their 40th birthdays, but Langley, BC’s Hawley Bennett-Awad has found herself in just that position as she heads to Normandy. She and Gin & Juice (Ginny) are easily the most experienced pair on the Canadian Eventing Team. “How crazy is that!” says Hawley when asked how she feels about her position as a team veteran. “I’ve been on the team since 2003, which I think is pretty spectacular,” she says. “It’s an interesting situation to be in this time.” Hawley’s teammates are all former team mates from past Olympics, WEG and Pan Am Games, and Hawley believes there is strength in that shared experience. “Jessie and Selena are my really good friends, and I couldn’t ask for a better team mate than Peter,” she says. “I think it’s why it worked out so well in Kentucky four years ago. Working well together as a team paid off. I hope we will have the same results in France.”

The results of the 2010 Canadian Eventing WEG Team are a tough act to follow: a team silver medal. The Canadian Eventing Team Selectors had a larger pool of horses and riders from which to choose in 2010, and Canada was able to take advantage of the option to send six horses and riders on the team and as individuals. Just four will travel to Normandy via Amsterdam and England this August (“planes, trains and automobiles” says Hawley), with no traveling reserves. Notably absent from the team are Equine Canada’s 2013 Horse and Rider of the Year, Rebecca Howard and Riddle Master (Rupert). With stellar results from last year that included 12th place finishes at both Badminton and Burghley, Rebecca and Rupert were among the more than 50 percent of the field at this year’s Badminton to fall victim to the Cross Country course. A much more difficult track than last year, combined with extremely poor conditions due to weather,

Karen Pavicic and Don Daiquiri

took its toll on many. “We were indeed victims of this year’s Badminton course,” said Rebecca in an online statement. “When we hit the back rail of an oxer early on course, Rupert sustained an injury that, in hindsight, is what caused our trouble later on course and resulted in our day ending at the Mirage Pond.” Disappointed not to be on the WEG Team, Rebecca has found the silver lining: Rupert’s prognosis for a full recovery. “This is, of course, the reality of the sport we are in,” she said. “I can only wish Team Canada the very best (bon chance!) in France this summer.”

Hawley and Ginny will compete at the Rebecca Farm CCI in Montana before traveling to Europe in August. “I ran Ginny at Rebecca Farm before the last world championships, and she won it. It’s one of my absolute favourite events — a perfect test for us before WEG.” drEssagE — KarEn maKEs hEr WEg dEBut Canadian WEG Dressage Team: • Megan Lane (Collingwood, ON) — Caravella (13 year old Canadian-bred Dutch Warmblood mare), owned by Megan Lane; • David Marcus (Campbellville, ON) — Chrevi’s Capital (14 year old Danish Warmblood gelding), owned by Deborah Miculinic Kinzinger; • Karen pavicic (Surrey, BC) — Don Daiquiri (12 Countdown to Normandy continued on page 10

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Countdown to Normandy continued from page 9 year old Oldenburg gelding), owned by Karen Pavicic and Jayne Essig; and • belinda trussell (Stouffville, ON) — Anton (14 year old German-bred gelding), owned by Robyn Eames.

Making the 2014 WEG Team is the realization of a lifelong dream for Karen Pavicic. Having been the fourth team member (with Lionheart) on the 2007 Pan Am Games Team that won silver in Rio de Janeiro, she says this replaces the Pan Am experience as a new high point of her career. “I have been fortunate to have ridden and trained several good horses in my life, and each one is special for different reasons,” she says. “However, Don Daiquiri (Dono) is the horse of a lifetime for me, and I am truly grateful to have him in my life.

Although he has his quirks and was quite challenging in his youth, he is beginning to blossom as a Grand Prix horse now.”

Achieving the results that have qualified Karen to be on the WEG team has been a long road. “I’ve worked very hard and have sacrificed a lot (as has my family) to have accomplished this goal in 2014,” she says, “but it has been worth every moment, and I have enjoyed the process very much. I wouldn’t be here without the love and the support of my family and friends, and the many people who have helped me along the way.” Karen and Dono traveled to Europe in May with the help of a $20,000 C-DAAP (Canadian Dressage Athlete Assistance Program) grant. She and Dono competed successfully in France and Austria, and they will have one more outing at

the CDI Cappeln in Germany on the first weekend of August before joining their team mates at the team training camp in Aachen, Germany. Her two children, Katie and Niko, as well as husband David, will all be in France to share the experience with her. “I’m super excited to be going to Normandy to represent Canada, and especially the West Coast!”

EnduranCE and rEining: morE of thE BEst from thE WEst Western Canada is well represented on both the WEG Endurance and Reining teams, which were announced in June.

Canadian WEG Endurance Team: • Kathy irvine (Blackfoot, AB) — Nightwinds Savannah; • Jessica Manness (Dugald, MB) — Greater Glide; • Leanna Marchant (Calgary, AB) — Samson’s Fire; and • Yvette Vinton (Morriston, FL) — Petit Loup d’Jolie or Teese.

Canadian WEG Reining Team: • Lisa Coulter (Princeton, BC) — Western Whiz; • Josiane Gauthier (Montreal, QC) — Colonel G or The Playboy Don; • Matthew Hudson (Marieville, QC) — Its All About Smart; and • Cody sapergia (Moose Jaw, SK) — Nu Chexomatic.

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headlinenews Bit by Bit Canadian Eventing Committee Announcement July 8, 2014: It is with considerable regret that the Canadian Eventing Committee (CEC) announces the resignation of Graeme Thom as chair of Canadian Eventing High Performance Committee, and in addition, the position of chef d’équipe for the Canadian Eventing Team heading to the World Equestrian Games in Normandy, FRA, later this summer.

“Graeme has been a considerable influence in the philosophy, direction and the organization of our High Performance Program, and he has managed the Canadian Eventing Team for five major Championships over the past nine years,” said the chair of the Canadian Eventing Committee, Peter Gray. “His attention to detail, foresight, expertise in budgets and logistics for Team training will make him very difficult to replace.”

Gray will be acting as interim chair of the High Performance Committee and is working closely with Thom, who has offered his assistance over the next few weeks, to ensure the riders are provided with the best team management available.

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The Team is pleased that Jacky Green will act as Canada’s chef d’équipe and Max Corcoran will be the team’s stable manager. These two knowledgeable people will compliment a team of highly qualified support staff.

“Graeme has been the most influential chair of High Performance and chef d’équipe that the Canadian Eventing Team has, without doubt, ever had,” added Gray. “His knowledge of the sport and wisdom in preparing detailed planning and budgets for Team development and travel and has been unparalleled in the recent history of the sport in Canada. His expertise will be missed greatly. On behalf of the CEC, I thank Graeme for his outstanding work and tireless commitment to the team and the high performance program.”

Call for Nominations for the 2015 Dressage Canada Committee Chair Election July 4, 2014: Dressage Canada is pleased to announce that three committee chair positions will be elected for 2015: • Coaching Committee Chair Position, • Officials Committee Chair Position, and • Rules Committee Chair Position.

Nominees must have experience with not-for-profit committees, such as one or more years working on a Dressage Canada or equivalent committee. Each successful nominee will be elected for a three year term, commencing January 1, 2015, and represent the committee on the Dressage Canada Board for the term of their office.

Election Timeline for DC Committees • 1st Friday of July - call for nominations; • 4th Friday of July - close of nominations; • 3rd Friday of August - online biographies and ballot packages will be posted to the Dressage Canada website and all Dressage Canada affiliates listed as of the call for nominations date will be notified by e-mail; • 4th Friday of October - deadline for casting online votes; and • January 1st - new Dressage Canada Committee chairs take office on the DCB. For additional details and nomination form, please visit the Election 2015 section on the Dressage Canada website at www.equinecanada.ca/dressage.

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CKY MOUNTAIN O R SHOW JUMPING

PLANS FOR THE FUTURE

By Eleanor Klawer with John Anderson ecently, I had the pleasure of going to the Rocky Mountain Show Jumping facility in Calgary for the first time and what a pleasure it was. It was a hive of activity, not the least buzz of which was surrounding John Anderson, owner and master-ofmaking-things-happen at RMSJ. John, a frequent member of Canada’s Show Jumping team, grew up in the area just south of Spruce Meadows where his family has owned a huge tract of land for decades. Now John is developing Anderson Ranch into a premium show facility with a bit of a twist — he is developing it for all disciplines, and for all levels, for John hasn’t forgotten the grass roots of the sport. This man takes multitasking to a whole new level….and repeats mantras such as: “KEEP thE fun in sPort!”

John hasn’t forgotten to make it fun as well. His ideas for interacting with audiences

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at shows are entertaining and endlessly inventive (more on that in the next issue of Gaitpost magazine). Goby’s Grill, a beautiful log timber building on the show grounds, is integral to John’s plan. “People need a place to congregate, to meet, and socialize. There has to be somewhere to unwind and have some fun. It is where everything really starts.”

Goby’s is a lovely pub, with great food, and certainly fills the bill when it comes to partying and meeting everyone — when looking for someone on the grounds, if they aren’t in the barn then they must be in Goby’s! “i lovE thE futurE” Partying aside, horses are big business at RMSJ. RMSJ was originally formed for the purpose of finding and developing quality show jumping horses to offer for sale to all levels of competition. Along with this original mandate, RMSJ has grown to include 20+ Show Jumping Tournaments in 2014, the

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in the Stampede, and the great education of year they celebrate their 17th anniversary. the citizens with regard to Show Jumping by Events range from small local tournaments Spruce Meadows; this city knows how to put to the FEI CSI2* ranked June Classic II and on events, and loves horses in a big way. (Plus Rocky Mountain Classics with over a milthey really know how to party…) lion dollars in total prize money. Used in the past as a stepping stone to develop riders and “Bring it to thE horses to comnEXt stEP” pete at Spruce RMSJ has Meadows, RMSJ invested milis making the lions of dollars move into the in upgrades to big league of their facility — it shows with John is unrecognizcurrently doable from even ing the applica- a well-known car in Calgary — with sponsor Christine nurse of the horse store, John anderson, and desi dillingham. just a year ago. tion to hold a There are many new show rings and warmup Longines World Cup Qualifier at the June rings as of this year, and construction is still tournament and the Royal West show next ongoing on the site. The footing received rave year! Eventually, John would like to host the reviews from riders when I was there. It is a World Cup Final in Calgary — what an awesome show that would be. Calgary is a city so RMSJ continued on page 16 in tune to the horse industry, with its roots

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rocky mountain show Jumping looking south — the most beautiful setting.

RMSJ continued from page 15 “Euro-footing” with just the right combination of drainage (first and most important, says John), a special grid as sub base, and a mix of different types of sand and geotextile fibres, perfected over time by John and his crew. There are several new barns of permanent show stalls, soon to number near 500, and the whole property is linked by lovely trails and grass areas. A large derby field is being built on the south side of the property, possibly the largest in Western Canada, and will be open to hack or “flat” horses attending the shows. No more round and round a crowded warm-up ring for some outside time! The environment is to be as natural as possible for the horses, with a chance to enjoy some peace and tranquility. “thE City is right thErE!” The Royal West (Oct. 23 – Nov 4, 2014) is a huge and fantastic undertaking that John has been making a reality. When he heard that there would be a new Agrium building on Calgary’s Stampede Park, John knew it was a priceless opportunity to further the sport in Western Canada. It is a state of the art facility in the heart of Calgary, and the future home of the Royal West.

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Horse Finals, the $50,000 Western Canadian Hunter Derby Finals, the Royal West Championships 1.10m – 1.45m, Western Canadian Talent Squad Finals, and over $450,000 in total prize money, including CSI3* Events. This show is a major boon to Western Canada’s equestrian sport. Put it in your calendar, October 23rd to November 1st, 2014, and be sure to attend. True to John’s mandate of inclusivity, there will be something for everyone and there will be no shortage of entertainment. It will be an incredible show, in all senses of the word, where many disciplines will be featured amongst some of the best Hunter and Jumper competition in Canada.

Where else will kids and ponies be able to rub shoulders with their Grand Prix idols, and even compete in the same arena? The drive to Calgary is so much better than it was even a couple of years ago, and John hopes to attract horses and riders from all over and from all levels. Come for the competition and stay for the party! Do not miss this inaugural Royal West horse show. It is the beginning of another great Calgary tradition, so get in on it at the start. Check in to the Gaitpost in future editions to learn more about the Royal West…and the innovative ideas for the future that Rocky Mountain Show Jumping has for all of us.

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ith breeding season wrapping up, horsemen and women are now turning their attention to the preparation of their best young horses for annual inspections. With that in mind, the KWPN-NA (Royal Dutch Warmblood Studbook in North America) recently announced dates and locations for the 2014 KWPN-NA Keuring Tour. A respected jury of Royal Dutch Sport Horse experts, including Lana Sneddon (IN) and Deborah P. Harrison, DVM (CA), will be joined by fellow judges Bart Henstra and Arie Hamoen of the Netherlands in a whirlwind tour of keurings at 13 different sites in the United States and Canada during the month of September. They will be looking for the “best of the best” from North American breeders as foals, yearlings, young horses, geldings, stallions and mares are evaluated for conformation, move-

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ment, and potential talent for sport.

“The keuring tour is very important for our breeders and for the studbook,” explained Willy Arts, Chairman of the KWPN-NA Board of Directors and long-time breeder with DG Bar Ranch in Hanford, CA. “The primary goals are ‘quality control’ for the breed here in North America as well as to educate both breeders and spectators.”

Equine veterinarian, sport horse breeding judge, successful breeder and stallion owner Dr. Deborah Harrison of Lio Lomas Dutch Warmbloods in San Juan Bautista, CA, agreed with Arts.

“These keurings give breeders an objective opinion of their horses and how they meet the Dutch system’s expectations and goals for their type of horse and sport direction,” said Harrison. “Our goal as judges is to evaluate, educate, and advise the participants at a keuring, imparting as much

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information as we can. We advise them on what they may need to improve on, since as breeders their goal is always to improve the next generation. We see wonderful horses on this tour, and I always enjoy being part of the jury and I am happy to help breeders in any way I can to pursue their breeding goals.”

Participation in last year’s KWPN-NA keurings increased markedly over previous tours, and both Sneddon and Arts expect the growth and support for the Royal Dutch Sport Horse to continue among North American breeders. “There’s no question KWPN horses are continuing to increase in popularity and are in high demand causing strong sales for breeders,” said Sneddon.

“When sales are good breeders get excited about breeding and spend more time planning and researching breeding choices and aren’t stifled by a low budget, which in turn causes quality to improve.” Arts also expects the growth to continue, adding, “Quality is going up every year, and I contribute this to the strict selection system and Industry News continued on page 20

HORSE COUNCIL BC NEWS team BC at the 2014 Canadian interprovincial Equestrian Championships Horse Council BC is looking for Dressage, Jumping, and Reining athletes to be a part of Team BC and compete at this year’s CIEC on October 3 - 5, 2014 at Blaineville Equestrian Parc in Montreal, quebec. For detailed information about declaring and the CIEC, please go to www.hcbc.ca/C-I-E-C.html.

The Canadian Interprovincial Equestrian Championships (CIEC) is a multidiscipline competition whereby provincial or territorial equestrian organizations field teams representing their respective province/territory. This event is a key event in the development of Equestrian’s next generation of national, international and Olympic champions. This event affords an opportunity for athletes in the “Train the Competitor” stage of development to test their skills with their competitive peers from all over the country, while at the same time providing an avenue for talent identification. In addition to Team awards, the CIEC honours the individual Junior and senior Champion in the divisions of Jumper, Dressage, and Reining. In 2013, Team BC came away with a Bronze Team Medal in Dressage and Individual Gold Medals in both Jumping and Dressage! don’t forget to Keep getting those hCBC referral Credits!

2014 will be the last year of the referral program for HCBC Members. This program was initially off to a great start, but over the years became difficult to maintain and never reached the popularity we were hoping for it. As of August 31, 2014 members will no longer be able to earn credits for referring people to buy Horse Council BC Memberships. Any credits earned in 2014 will be used on 2015 memberships or they will be deleted. www.gaitpost.com

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Industry News continued from page 19 criteria of the KWPN, as well as the ever-increasing knowledge of North American breeders.”

“The KWPN-NA keurings are so educational because they are an opportunity for attendees to learn more about the KWPN system, mingle with other breeders, have their horses evaluated, and see how they compare not only to breed standards but also how they stack up to other North American horses/breeders,” concluded Sneddon.

And there’s still time for you to participate, as entries for the 2014 KWPN-NA keuring tour are now open, but hurry — the first entry deadline is July 11th, with late entries accepted through July 29th. For more information about the 2014 KWPN-NA keuring tour, download an information booklet and entry forms, and to find and attend an inspection at a location near you, contact the KWPN-NA office, kwpn-na.org or by phone (541) 459-3232. nationally CErtifiEd trail riding and tourism instruCtors, guidEs and Evaluators The Trail Riding and Tourism Certification Program kick started their series of national certification evaluations in New Brunswick at the Broadleaf Guest Ranch held June 11-13.

Eighteen people from eight provinces took part in this ground-breaking event for trail riding in Canada and are now certified as professional in the trail riding industry. Equine Canada is pleased to announce the list of recently certified trail riding guides and trail evaluators can be found at equinecanada.ca.

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fruition,” commented Neil Maclaine, a trail riding instructor at Moose Mountain Adventures, Alberta. “The program will ensure quality and provide Canadians the opportunity to learn how to trail ride with standardization and reference tools for best practices,” continued Undine Maclaine also of Moose Mountain Horseback Adventures.

Conducting the certification was Equine Canada Manager of Recreation, Trails and Tourism, Audrey Lapointe; Outdoor Council of Canada, Albi Sole; and Québec à Cheval evaluator, Bernard Giles. sPECtaCular linE uP announCE for olymPia, thE london intErnational horsE shoW 2014 The organizers of the world’s biggest equestrian Christmas party, Olympia, The London International Horse Show, have announced a dazzling new line up of displays for this year’s show, which takes place on December 16-22, 2014.

The headline acts include the unique Ukrainian Cossack Stunt Riders and the magnificent Mounted Branch of the Metropolitan Police — both of whom haven’t performed at Olympia for four years. In addition, all the old favourites which make London’s premier horse show magical, such as The Shetland Pony Grand National, The Kennel Club Dog Agility and The Olympia Finale, will be back once again to delight the 90,000 visitors expected to attend this year’s show.

Taking centre stage at Olympia 2014 will be the Mounted Branch of the Metropolitan Police who will be bringing their fabulous Activity Ride

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back after a four year break. The Metropolitan Police had to temporarily stop performing their famous display to carry out their role in the London 2012 operations. The Mounted Branch have been able to regroup this year to bring back its ride which demonstrates the high level of skill and agility required from both horse and officer. Key moments include jumping through fire, crossovers and crashing through a solid paper wall.

The world famous Ukrainian Cossack Stunt Team from Kiev will be making a rare visit to the UK to demonstrate their legendary riding skills, originating from battlefield tactics used over 300 years ago. The 11 man strong team of Cossack riders, who have not performed in the UK for over two years, are sure to thrill the Olympia crowds with their daredevil stunts, including standing on a horse whilst galloping at full speed, hanging from a stirrup with just one leg and riding two horses at the same time.

“Olympia, The London International Horse Show is the ultimate celebration of equestrian-

ism,” said Show Director Simon Brooks-Ward.

“Every year, we endeavour to bring the very best horse men and women from around the world to London for this truly special occasion.”

“Both the Ukrainian Cossacks and the Metropolitan Mounted Police have been real crowd pleasers in the past and are the perfect complement to Olympia’s world class competitions in Dressage, Show Jumping and Carriage Driving,” he continued. “It is very exciting to have such a phenomenal line up at Olympia once again.”

Living up to its reputation as one of Europe’s premier indoor equestrian events, Olympia 2014 will once again host three FEI World Cups in Carriage Driving, Dressage and Show Jumping. The Reem Acra FEI World Cup Dressage leg takes place on December 16 and 17, the FEI World Cup Driving leg presented by Dodson & Horrell on December 19 and 20 and the Longines FEI World Cup Jumping leg presented by H&M on December 21. The climax of the seven day equine extravaganza will finish with the Olympia Grand Prix on Monday, December 22.

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inmemoriam

Submitted by Jane Tidball

eva dianne Tidball photos courtesy tidball family

Now eternally dancing with the love of her life, George.

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he waited just eighteen days to join him. Dianne was born in Shanghai, China on October 24th, 1932. Her father John Braidwood managed Lever Brother’s Far East Division, and they resided in the British sector. Dianne’s parents met in 1928 Warsaw Poland where 25 year old John was Lever Brother’s youngest plant manager. After the marriage John and Zofja (anglicized to Wenda) transferred to Shanghai. On leave to visit Poland in 1939, Dianne and family narrowly escaped the invading Germans. After a short stay in England living in the company town Port Sunlight, John decided to settle the family in Vancouver, renting a home 22

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on Angus Drive while he returned to Shanghai. Dianne attended York House Elementary until a doctor suggested her health would improve in a drier climate. Wenda moved the family to the village of Naramata, just outside Penticton.

They decided to build a holiday resort in Naramata on beach front property Wenda had judiciously purchased.

Dianne attended Penticton High and graduated in 1951, reserving the first three dances on her dance card for Bud (George). Dianne and George married November 8th, 1952. Their wedding reception was the first for the Braidwood holiday resort: Sandy Beach Lodge.

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For the next 25 years, Dianne fully supported, encouraged and prompted all George’s successes. At the same time she gave birth to Kathy on October 4th, 1953 — George’s birthday present. Dianne continued working as a bank teller supporting the family while George apprenticed and studied to become a CA. Stephen was born on August 4th, 1955. Then Jane came along 11 months later on July 21st, 1956, and Laura was born on March 2nd, 1964. Dianne retired from the bank to look after her family.

Dianne missed the family-friendly, clean, fast food restaurant in Chicago called McDonald’s.

Finally after much prompting, George agreed to approach McDonald’s for one franchise to keep Dianne happy. He came back with the rights to western Canada and an option for the rest if he could raise the funds. Once again, finances were tight. Four years and 32 stores later, George sold McDonald’s and Dianne built her dream home in Langley (after living for two years in a double wide trailer). They built a riding ring and everyone started riding competitively. Dianne bred and trained BC’s first homebred AQHA champion. As a real estate enticement, Dianne and George built Thunderbird Equestrian Centre in Langley while George also began his own restaurant chain: The Keg and Cleaver.

Dianne’s business career began. She took over management of Thunderbird and ran the horse shows. Dianne was the Chamber of Commerce’s Businesswoman of the Year. When she was 65, the property was sold for development.

Instead of retiring, Dianne proposed building another Show Facility from the ground up and doing it right. The result: Thunderbird Show Park now ranks number two in North America.

Horse Council BC recognized Dianne’s accomplishments with a Lifetime Achievement Award.

As well, she was inducted into Jump Canada’s Hall of Fame with a Builder’s Award.

She spent her final years peacefully at home attended by her angel caretakers: Lena, Liberty and Myrna. Dianne is predeceased by her husband George, brothers-in-law Bill (Janet) and Larry, and sister Allison. She is deeply missed by www.gaitpost.com

her four children: Kathy (Mark), Stephen (Trish), Jane, and Laura (Brent). As well, she is lovingly remembered by her grandchildren: Laura Jane, Christine, George (Trisha), Jill (Max), Stephanie (Quinten), Scott, and Matthew. Three greatgrandchildren and another on the way will miss Nana: Rees, Logan, and Hugh. Dianne is fondly remembered by her sister-in-law Sara Lee, and brother-in-law Jim (Janan). She is also greatly missed by her first cousin Christine Billingham (Roger), Katie, and Fred in England. As well, Dianne is remembered by many nieces and nephews who loved summering in Naramata and family parties.

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he FEI Dressage Committee has promoted two Dressage judges from Denmark and the Netherlands to 5* status, the highest ranking in the FEI system.

With their new 5* status, which came into effect on July 1, Hans-Christian Matthiesen (DEN) and Mariette Sanders-Van Gansewinkel (NED) will now be eligible to officiate at major FEI

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Dressage events, including Olympic Games, FEI World Equestrian Games, FEI World Cup Dressage Finals and FEI Championships at Grand Prix level. There is a three-year probation period for all new 5* Dressage Judges, after which the judges are evaluated.

These latest promotions brings the number of 5* Dressage judges to 33. “We are very pleased to see these young judges achieving the level of knowledge and skill sets needed for promotion to the highest rank of judges in the world,” said FEI Dressage and Para-Dressage Director Trond Asmyr. “It shows their dedication and strong commitment to the sport.”

The complete list of FEI Dressage judges can be found at FEI.org.

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VET’SVIEW

by Dr. Antonio Cruz, dvm, mvm, msc, drmedvet, dipl. acvs, dipl. ecvs, dipl. acvsmr

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Lameness investigation: Not an easy task

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ogmas are dangerous things. You tend to believe that problems are always the same and the manner in which we diagnose them never changes. When talking about lameness diagnosis, the dogma of nerve blocks is that they always give a definite answer as to the anatomical location of the lameness and that only one pathology exists. It is either black or white. It only makes sense, right? You freeze the area where the pain is coming from and your horse will feel like new and will move like a million bucks. But beware!

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in itself brings a new dimensional complexity to the investigation of lameness. Also, many high performance horses present with several problems all at once, confounding the problem and making a final and accurate diagnosis time consuming, and at times frustrating and expensive.

I am not sure if it is just me or that the lameness problems I see are getting more chronic, more complex and more subtle to detect. One could argue that the highly prevalent use of “other” methods to handle a lameness delays the proper professional attention needed to diagnose a problem, and by the time I see a problem, many times it is already chronic. And this in itself is a problem. Why? Chronic problems tend to induce compensa-

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tory changes, not only physical but also psychological. The way a horse moves is the result of an interaction of mind and body. The physical problems are actually structural and have to do with differences in muscles, tendon receptors, and so on, but more importantly are in the processes that regulate motion. We know that horses like symmetry, and they will do everything in their power to reach it, even if that means, as it often does, adjusting the movement in the other extremities. We do the same thing! We like symmetry! What the body doesn’t know are the long-term consequences of doing so, such as the generation of other problems! Enter the realm of multi-leg lameness, where symmetry may be present to the untrained eye and the horse may seem to be moving fine. However, the performance is affected, because the horse can no longer do the same movements with the same degree of skill, or simply, the horse is tired of working through pain and says a crystal clear and loud NO! By using and developing our recently acquired gait analysis system, not a Lameness Locator, but what in my opinion is a more detailed gait analysis tool (I dislike the term “Lameness Locator” as it does not “locate” the specific origin of the lameness), I am learning to look at horses differently. I am learning to understand more deeply how they move and why they move in the way they do. It has been an interesting experience so far to see many horses through the eye of leg sensors with the invaluable input of our brains, and realize how many horses either have more than one problem or more than one leg af-

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fected. This process takes time, effort, patience and finesse. This process needs your understanding and collaboration, as a thorough investigation may take several days. Sometimes repetition of the same tests for consistency is needed, as is an appropriate and consistent setting, such as suitable area to lunge the horse in soft and hard ground, which sometimes is only available through our hospital. If you want to avoid all of this, then prompt and early attention to a lameness by a qualified veterinarian, or regular soundness evaluations before and after competition, will allow you to attend to a problem earlier and will help to avoid further costs and headaches.

And then, we still have the diagnostic imaging part, from the basic xrays and ultrasound, to the more advanced bone scan or MRI, but we will leave that for another day.

The days where lameness diagnosis were one nerve block away are not gone, but sure enough they are not the most common for me these days.

The dogma “one lameness one problem” is no longer valid.

Dr. Antonio Cruz, a past tenured faculty member of the ontario Veterinary College and Western College of Veterinary Medicine, is the only Equine Board Certified Surgeon and Sports Medicine and Rehabilitation specialist in British Columbia, and one of three in Canada. in addition, he holds several postgraduate degrees and an extensive academic career with over 30 peerreviewed publications, mostly in the area of equine orthopaedics, making him one of the best qualified individuals in his field. he is based out of Paton and Martin Veterinary Services in aldergrove where he runs a referral surgical service.

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by Maureen Walters

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he previous Gaitpost articles (February, March, April) were primarily concerned with our EC coaching system and the changes that have occurred during the last decade. Tips on how to become certified and information on the evaluation process were included in those articles. This month, I would like to discuss the rights and responsibilities which a certified coach must be aware of while coaching at a competition.

Coaches carry a huge responsibility on their shoulders. Above all, we as coaches hope to create ‘good citizens’. These ‘good citizens’ are not only good competitors, often striving for excellence, but also riders who respect the concept of

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fair play. Rules are in place to assist in this area.

Rules are there to ensure a level playing field for all competitors and cover the protocol for riders/ athletes and officials. It is important that the rules are followed. Only then do we have ‘sport’.

Occasionally at competitions there are concerns and sometimes even complaints. Sometimes they pertain to riders/athletes, sometimes horses and, at times, even officials.

That is where the Rule Books help! Coaches need to be aware of rules in both the EC General Regulations and the rule book concerning the discipline in which they coach.

If an injustice is observed — something

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which is unfair, abusive or generally unbecoming to the equestrian sport — what should be done? It is always a good idea to go to the rule books yourself. Often this can be a great learning experience and can help to avoid unpleasant, and sometimes embarrassing, situations. But sometimes things need to be dealt with immediately. In this case, the Steward is the person who can help you with your concerns. The Steward is the person who is there to help, prevent and intervene. They are the ones who can often rectify the situation immediately. Usually, concerns need to be dealt with at the show — not at a later date. If the situation, for example, is alleged abuse towards a horse, then eye witnesses (who are not afraid to stand up for their beliefs) need to come forward at the time.

Another example of a situation where the steward might need to be involved is ‘Unauthorized Assistance’. This occurs if an onlooker tells a Jumper rider that she forgot to go through the finish line or tells an Eventer to go faster. A caller in a Dressage test talking to the rider in the ring is also an example. There are very clear rules regarding outside assistance. Usually the penalty in this case is elimination. This makes for a fair and level playing field.

Every competitor who is a member of EC is bound by the Code of Ethics, Statement of Principles and Code of Conduct. Every certified coach is also bound by the Coaching Code of Ethics. If there is a problem at a show, it needs to be rectified as soon as possible. There are ways of doing this — the first step is to go to the rule

books and the Steward.

If, by some chance, the rule book does not address the issue, competitors, coaches, officials and all members of EC have the right and responsibility to change or make suggestions for rules. It is the right thing to do, and part of being a good citizen and member. It helps the sport, both short and long term.

Now, getting back to the ‘good citizen’ concept. The right thing to do has been discussed above. Go directly to the Steward at the show with facts and proof of the situation.

Counterproductive actions are many. Criticizing, doing nothing, going to the wrong person for help, or writing scathing emails and letters after the fact will not help the situation. Riders, horses, officials, parents, spectators and coaches will all make mistakes. For the good of the sport, take the right action!

Since this article is directed towards coaches, in summary I would like to reiterate some important points. Teach your students how to act in a respectful manner at competitions. They will follow your lead — you are the role model. If something is wrong, use it as a ‘teachable moment’.

Involve the student in correct procedure as to rectify the situation with the help of the most appropriate person. Make it a positive learning experience for your student (and maybe yourself!).

Think of the big picture of our sport — the long term. Know the rules — it is your responsibility as coaches. Carry a rule book with you to shows and refer to it when necessary. In addition seek help from the show Steward.

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Bling & Eleanor on the teeter totter, with debbie hughes.

A Dr essage Queen walks on the wild side:

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ell, we did it. Knowing Bling’s penchant for

step over, this Dressage Queen had some trepidation taking him out to Twisted Terrain Park, but I sucked it up and went for it. Gaitpost Magazine invited friends and clients to join us for a day in Hope with Debbie Hughes as a clinician at Laurie Thompson’s Twisted Terrain Park, and it was a blast. As seems to be his modus operandi with new things, Bling argued with me briefly in hand at the beginning, just to check if I really, really wanted to do this, and then just went to work, no

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big deal. Apart from a creative entry (think Boeing 747) into the water, he was a star, and even walked onto the suspension bridge on his own when he was supposed to be just grazing by its entry!

I love finding the common thread of good horsemanship running through all the different disciplines, and this was no exception. This would be a wonderful experience for horses and owners of all levels and abilities, building respect and trust with the horse in a safe and patient manner. Our group was a broad mix of disciplines — Dressage, Hunter, Western, Pleasure —

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All PHOTOs PAul EvENDEN Kathy Woloshuk and her young Quarter horse Cinch were our lead rider and horse for the day, showing how it’s done.

and it just doesn’t matter Chrissy tenerelli and Tique negotiate where you come from or the rocks. what you wear. Debbie was a very good coach, with good progression of the lessons, being positive and supportive of everyone. It was interesting to watch the other riders and horses as their confidence increased through the day. It was like the horses began to realize each obstacle was a game, a puzzle to be figured out, and they shed their preconceived attitudes about working with (or against) their moms. Bling has always been a supremely self-confident horse, and getting him to work with me instead of toying with me has been the challenge. The right balance of respect and trust is harder to find on some horses than others. We walked over wobbly suspension bridges, teeter totter ramps, picked our way through rocks, and negotiated all sorts

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of obstacles designed to get the horse to focus on his job.

Twisted Terrain was well set up and thought out. Paddocks for the horses were separated from each other and in the shade, parking was Jay King and handsome Chico ample for bigger rigs, and on the suspension bridge, like pros. the course was completely fenced off for safety. A nice lunch was put on for us, and a Challenge was organized for the participants; our very own Andrea Beaulieu reigned supreme with the pretty Serena, winning the competition at the end of the day. I think I can speak for all of us when I say it was a fun day, playing with our horses, and we would like to thank Debbie and Laurie for a great time. I highly recommend this activity as a compliment to any discipline, and to anyone needing help handling their horse on the ground or in the saddle.

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CLINICREVIEW

by Eleanor Klawer

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Christilot Boylen at the Performance Advantage Symposium.

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n June, I had the pleasure of attending the Performance Advantage Symposium in Calgary, Dressage Canada’s presentation of the best talent in support of high performance competition.

The concept was first introduced as the Dressage Canada Florida Fortnight this past winter, in support of many of Canada’s top riders performing in Wellington, and it received such great reviews that Dressage Canada brought it home to Canada for those of us left up here. The first one was in Ontario, two weeks prior, and this one was preceding the Calgary CDI3* at the lovely Rocky Mountain Show Jumping facility.

The symposium was organized by Christine Peters of Dressage Canada, and Desi Dillingham, MBE, Special Advisor (Dressage), was also present to inspire and encourage. Desi is building and leading a team of experts to design and implement programs for Canada’s current and future international Dressage stars. Dillingham 34

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commented “The past few months I have truly enjoyed working with everyone I’ve met and have been impressed by their encouragement and support, and their firm belief that Canada has the raw talent necessary to make an impact on the world stage. We have a big job ahead of us but I’m confident with the right team of experts all pulling together, we can make a difference.”

Desi’s strength appeared to me to be an extraordinary ability to make big goals seem achievable.

With her energy and enthusiasm for the sport combined with her experience pulling British Dressage from the doldrums to the top of the world, Desi made it all seem possible. Canada just needs to believe in itself.

Presenters included Christilot Boylen (demo and ride), Cara Witham ( FEI 5* judging insights), Dirk Stroda (Mental Performance coaching), Sandra Sokoloski (sport physiotherapist), Karen Nyrop (FEI veterinarian), and Dr. Chang

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Dirk Stroda I have listened to a few sport psychologists over the years and Dirk was particularly impressive. His simplicity of progression was very effective, and he opened everyone’s eyes to how much one positive thought for the day can make a huge difference over time. It is hard to summarize such a powerful presentation and the effect it had on me and on the group as a whole.

His exercises made a palpable difference to the atmosphere in the room, and a couple of simple points were possibly lifechangers. A must-attend if you ever have the chance…

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Cara Witham Cara gave a very interesting presentation on analyzing Dressage scores and choosing the movements that can make the most improvement in the score with, by focusing on them in training. These would be the marks with the most variability in scores, ie 4’s and 8’s. A movement consistently scoring 5’s is obviously something the horse struggles with at this time, and grinding at it is not likely to produce positive results. Choosing a movement that is capable of attaining 8’s and making it consistent will go a lot further toward increasing total scores. Cara showed a method of graphing all movements over all tests in a level that would be highly informative in training. Also keeping notes of Judges’ comments make sense for future reference, because they all have their own focus in judging.

Cara also provided headset commentary of the CDI tests as they were being ridden the following weekend, and that was a great learning experience. Watching as tests developed exactly as Cara predicted, on training issues that arose early in the test and caused problems later, was hugely educational. Cara’s insight, experience, and humour were a special combination, no doubt.

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(Omega Alpha supplements). I could fill this magazine with the information I took home from these people, but here are few of my highlights.

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Dr. Karen Nyrop Dr. Karen Nyrop, an FEI veterinarian with Burwash Equine Services, had a wonderful combination of information and experience in her presentation regarding choosing and maintaining high performance horses. She was a very sensible, practical, and approachable clinician with a wealth of advice.

Sandra Sokoloski As a physiotherapist that rides and treats many riders, Sandra had a really good take on what riders do to their bodies and their effect on their horses’ performance. Sandra has an equestrian rehabilitation programme practice focusing on analyzing movement patterns, correct posture, improving body awareness, and enhancing performance. A rider needs to take their body seriously to have any longevity in the sport, and Sandra had a very good method of analyzing riders and suggesting exercises specific to their issues.

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DISCIPLINEREPORTS

What’s Happening in all the Disciplines

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Angel Karolyi and Indiana 127 emerged victorious in a rematch for the $210,000 Cenovus Energy Classic Derby title on June 6 at the Spruce Meadows ‘North American’ tournament in Calgary, Alberta.

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enezuela’s Angel Karolyi claimed redemption in a thrilling rematch versus Quentin Judge of the United States to win the $210,000 Cenovus Energy Classic Derby at the CSI5* Spruce Meadows ‘North American’ tournament in Calgary, AB. Two major derbies are held at Spruce Meadows each summer, with Karolyi and Judge last facing off in a two-man tie-breaker in the $210,000 CNOOC Nexen Cup Derby on June 8.

On that occasion, Judge emerged the victor.

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Karolyi got his revenge in the $210,000 Cenovus Energy Classic Derby, when he and Judge were yet again tied with a perfect score of zero faults after 30 challengers attempted two-time Olympic course designer Leopoldo Palacios’s notoriously difficult derby track, which has remained unchanged for the past seven years.

In the first round, Karolyi negotiated the natural obstacles, including the dreaded devil’s dyke, to post a perfect score of zero aboard Indiana 127, a 10-year-old Dutch Warmblood gelding

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Considered one Eric lamaze won the rolex grand Prix of aachen in of the most pres2010 riding Hickstead. tigious events in equestrian sport, featured Show Jumping events at this year’s CHIO Aachen include the b350,000 MercedesBenz Nations’ Cup on Thursday evening, July 17, and the b1 million Rolex Grand Prix on Sunday, July 20. A total of eight countries have been invited to contest the b350,000 Mercedes-Benz Nations’ Cup. Canada was last invited to field a Nations’ Cup team at Aachen in 1996.

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Six horses later, Judge managed the exact same feat riding HH Dark de la Hart to force a rematch.

In June, Karolyi had produced a fault-free jump-off effort, only to have Judge eclipse his time by more than two seconds. This time, Karolyi left nothing to chance, laying it all on the table with another clear effort in a blistering fast time of 38.13 seconds. Judge succumbed to the pressure, dropping two rails for eight faults, conceding victory to Karolyi.

“I had a feeling I was going to have to jumpoff and when Quentin went clear, I thought, ‘Well, here we go again, buddy!’” said Karolyi.

“Today, I chose a different tactic for the jumpoff. At the ‘National’ tournament in June, I went a bit safe to be clear and Quentin was faster. This time, I thought, ‘if I lose, it’s not going to be because I went too slow!’”

The victor’s spoils included a $60,000 share of the prize money.

“I’m glad I finally got a win in an important class like this one,” said Karolyi, 27, who was recently named to the Venezuelan team for the upcoming 2014 FEI World Equestrian Games in Normandy, France, with his other top mount, Amigo. “It’s a very special win for me. It’s not only the biggest win of my career, but also with a horse that I really believed in.”

In addition to winning the $210,000 Cenovus Energy Classic Derby, Karolyi and Indiana 127 opened the ‘North American’ tournament with a fifth place finish in the $33,500 1.45m AON Cup and placed fourth in Friday’s $50,000 1.50m Lafarge Cup.

Discipline Reports continued from page 37 years since the Canadian team has been invited to Aachen, and we look forward to representing our country there. This is an important stepping stone in our continuing preparation for the Alltech FEI World Equestrian Games in Normandy in September.”

2008 Olympic Champion Eric Lamaze has competed at CHIO Aachen on several occasions as an individual, most notably in 2010 when he won the Rolex Grand Prix of Aachen riding Hickstead, despite breaking a bone in his foot during the first of three rounds comprising the competition.

“I’ve been going to Aachen by myself for the last couple of years,” said Lamaze. “I always watch the Nations’ Cup and, as a Canadian, I’ve often found myself wondering how Canada would do if we had a team there. I’ve been frustrated that Canada has not been a part of the Nations’ Cup events at shows of Aachen’s calibre, where the Nations’ Cup team events are so important. For Canada to finally have a chance to be a part of it is an honour.”

CHIO Aachen is also part of the Rolex Grand Slam of Show Jumping, with the other two stops being the CSIO5* Spruce Meadows “Masters” tournament in Calgary, Canada, from September 10-14, and CHI Geneva, Switzerland, from December 11-14. Any rider who wins all three Grand Prix events will receive a b1 million bonus.

Winning two in a row earns a b500,000 bonus while winning two out of three, not in succession, earns b250,000.

“With Rolex initiating the Grand Slam, and with one of the events being right in our own backyard at Spruce Meadows, it is very imporClinic Review continued from page 35 Dr. chang Dr. Chang of Omega Alpha Pharmaceuticals also gave a good presentation on supporting performance with supplements that are all natural and backed by good science, and there was an enlightening demo on western Dressage that was very well presented.

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tant for Canada to have been invited to Aachen,” said Lamaze, who is a Rolex testimonee. “It is an honour for Canada to have a full team in Aachen and for us as riders to represent Canada in that arena. We have a strong team and for us to be competing with the greatest nations in the sport, together as a team, is great preparation for Canada for the World Equestrian Games. It is really nice to be part of a Nations’ Cup at a show in the league of Aachen’s stature, and to measure ourselves as a nation prior to going to the World Equestrian Games.”

Canada has enjoyed great success to date in 2014, winning the Nations’ Cup events in Wellington, Florida, in February and Coapexpan, Mexico, in May. In June, Canada won the North American, Central American, and Caribbean League of the Furusiyya FEI Nations’ Cup to qualify for the b2,000,000 Furusiyya Nations’ Cup Final in Barcelona, Spain, from October 9 to 12. The Canadian Show Jumping Team will compete in Aachen, Germany, thanks in part to funding provided by Own The Podium. The Canadian Team will be led by chef d’equipe Mark Laskin and Team Manager Karen Hendry-Ouellette.

Canadian Show Jumping Team Announced for Developing Rider Tour July 9, 2014: Jaclyn Duff, Elizabeth Gingras, Jill Henselwood and Jordan MacPherson will represent the Canadian Show Jumping Team at CSI 3* Ascona, SUI, from July 24 - 27, 2014 and at CSIO 3* - W Bratislava, SVK, from August 7 - 10, 2014.

Jaclyn Duff, 27, of Edmonton, AB, has declared Pater Noster, a 12-year-old Belgium WarmThe presenters were the best in their fields, and the amount of knowledge and experience in the room was truly inspiring. If DC’s aim was to inspire, educate and rev up Canadian riders, then they certainly achieved their goal. If this symposium is offered again, and I truly hope it is, then riders of all levels should attend. The wealth of knowledge available to us is impressive.

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blood gelding (Parco x Heartbreaker).

Elizabeth Gingras, 33, of Edmonton, AB, has declared Zilversprings (Silverstone x Emillion), B Gingras Equestrian Ltd’s 10-year-old Dutch Warmblood gelding.

2008 Olympic team silver medalist Jill Henselwood, 51, of Oxford Mills, ON, has declared Quidam Blue, a nine-year-old German-bred stallion owned by Juniper Farms and Equitop Farm, as her mount for the European tour.

Toronto’s Jordan MacPherson, 24, has declared JEM Stables Inc.’s Piccobello du Val de Geer, a 15-year-old Belgian Warmblood mare sired by Kannan.

“Depth in our program is something we’ve really targeted and these developing tours help to address that need. I’m thrilled to have Jill back on our team. She’s such a quality rider, and we’ve missed her contributions,” said Jump Canada chef d’équipe, Mark Laskin. “The guidance and leadership she will provide to Lizzie, Jaclyn and Jordan on this tour will be invaluable. With three riders having the opportunity to wear the maple

leaf for the first time and two teams competing on consecutive weeks in Europe, it’s an exciting time for Canadian Show Jumping.”

In addition to gaining valuable international experience competing in Europe, the team will take part in the Nations’ Cup competition at CSIO 3* - W Bratislavia, which will mark the inaugural appearances for Duff, Gingras and MacPherson at the senior team level. The three riders will be receiving their red Team Canada riding jackets from Frantisi Inc., a long-time sponsor of the Canadian Show Jumping Team.

In addition to Laskin, this tour is supported

by Team Manager, Karen Hendry-Ouellette and Stable Manager, Darren Roberts.

A Nations’ Cup is the only competition in show jumping where riders, in teams of four, compete as a country. The top three scores from each team are counted towards the final result of the two-round competition.

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dressage report PositivE rEaCtions to drEssagE tEst EvEnt for alltECh fEi World EQuEstrian gamEs 2014 June 24, 2014: Conditions at the d’Ornano Stadium, main venue for the Alltech FEI World Equestrian Games 2014 in Normandy (FRA), have met with extremely favourable reactions from National Federations and athletes attending the final test events before the Games get underway on August 23.

The focus has been on Dressage over the past two days, with 15 riders from nine nations competing in Grand Prix, Grand Prix Special and Freestyle to test all areas of the organization, including the field of play and training areas, footing, results and timing systems, as well as the back of house facilities, stabling, horse arrival and departure areas, and media services.

“It’s a really fantastic stadium and the sports side is top-class”, FEI Dressage Director Trond Asmyr commented after two days of Dressage

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competitions. “Of course as it’s a test event we will need to go through all the small details to be sure that if anything needs to be worked on or improved that it’s done, but the starting point is excellent and everyone is very much looking forward to coming back to Normandy in August.”

Carl Hester, a member of Britain’s Olympic gold medal team at London 2012, acted as foreign rider representative for Dressage and also took top spot in the Grand Prix Special with Nip Tuck, reversing Monday’s Grand Prix placings with team mate Gareth Hughes (DV Stenkjers Nadonna). Hester was also impressed with the venue set-up.

“It’s going to be brilliant,” he said. “It’s absolutely spot-on from a structural perspective.

The footing is excellent and it will only improve for staying in place between now and the Games so that we can really ride to the maximum. It was definitely worth coming here and it should give the riders lots of confidence going into the Games.”

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Lane of Collingwood, ON, rode her longtime partner Caravella (Contango x Riverman), a 13-year-old Canadian-bred Dutch Warmblood mare, to first place in the Grand Prix test with a score of 70.960, earning the pair an automatic qualification to the 2014 World Equestrian Games in Normandy in August.

Second place was awarded to Belinda Trussell of Stouffville, ON riding Anton (Antaeus x Melit), a 14-year-old German-bred gelding owned

by Robyn Eames. The pair also earned their final qualifying score, of 69.980%, to automatically qualify them for the Canadian Dressage Team at WEG. Diane Creech of Caistor Centre, ON was Discipline Reports continued on page 42

nization. “I came here with no expectations and have been really positively surprised,” she said.

“The footing is really nice, the stables are good and the access is excellent. I’m very confident that things are going to work out well here.”

As CEO of the Games Organizing Committee, Fabien Grobon is the man in overall charge of ensuring that everything is in place in time for the Games, and he too was pleased with the first two days of the final test event.

“The two days went as expected, and even though we decided not to have spectators for the Dressage so that we could test other aspects, we had a great show for the horses. Now we need to stay focused for a lot more horses in the Jumping and a big crowd coming tomorrow when our goal is to welcome around 24,000 spectators to the venue. We’ve had a lot of very positive feedback so far, but although the test events are a vital part of the process, we must remember this is only a test. What really matters is August.” young PhEnom, mEgan lanE, Wins at Cdi3* CEdar vallEy June 26, 2014: At the International Dressage Tournament CDI 3* Cedar Valley, held June 1922, 2014 in Cedar Valley, ON, Canada’s young Dressage talent, Megan Lane, won both the www.gaitpost.com

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Discipline Reports continued from page 41 fourth with Devon L, a 14-year-old Hanoverian gelding (De Niro x Wolkenstein II) owned by D.W. Leatherdale and Leatherdale Farms, while Jacqueline Brooks Wendy Christoff and Treffer, of Cedar Valley, with Brenda Minor.

ON rode her 2012 Olympic mount, D Niro, a 14-year-old Swedish Warmblood gelding owned by Mary Brooks of Brookhaven Dressage Inc., to fifth place with 67.600%. Riding Julia Fogel’s 16-year-old Oldenburg gelding, Deniros Tyme (Denio x Grunstein I), Nancy MacLachlan of Terra Cotta, ON, was sixth with 66.640%. Rounding out the top six placings was Jill Irving of Moncton, NB and Degas 12, a 12-year-old Hanoverian gelding, sired by De Niro, earning a final score of 66.540%.

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Wendy Christoff Captures Top Placings at CDI 3* Calgary July 3, 2014: Wendy Christoff won four of the six FEI classes she entered at the CDI 3* Calgary, held June 27-29, 2014, at Anderson Ranch in Calgary, AB. In the Grand Prix test Christoff of Delta, BC, rode Treffer (Niagara x Haarlem), a 14-year-old Dutch Warmblood gelding, to first place with a score of 66.840%.

Second place in the Grand Prix test was awarded to Lindsey Stroh of Beaumont, AB riding Lancelot, a 14-year-old Danish Warmblood gelding sired by Lobster and owned by Vickie Argals, scoring 66.500%. Stroh and Lancelot also won the Grand Prix Freestyle, scoring 69.200%. Second place in the Freestyle went to Gillian Wright of Calgary, AB riding Fritz Baehre’s 14-year-old Trakehner stallion, In Flagranti (Buddenbrock x Kennedy) with 66.075%.

Christoff also rode Di Scansano (De Niro x Rubenstein), her own 13-year-old Hanoverian gelding, to wins in both the Prix St. Georges (69.079%) and the Intermediate I (68.114%) tests.

Second in the Prix St. Georges test went to Gloria Schriever of Langley, BC and Minicooper S (Metternich x Akatschi), her 12-yearold Hanoverian gelding, with a score of 67.105%, while in third place was Shannon Sluser of Glenavon, SK and Flamboyant (Furst Heinrich x Rubinstein I), her 11-year-old Hanoverian gelding, scoring 66.579%. Sandra Oxtoby of Calgary, AB and her own Zedor (Florencio I x Ferro), a 10-year-old Dutch Warmblood gelding, finished in fourth place scoring 66.579%.

With Di Scansano, Christoff also was victorious in the Intermediate I Freestyle with 72.325%.

Sluser and Flamboyant were second with 69.250%, and third place was awarded to Oxtoby and Zedor (67.375%). In fourth position was Roanne Tyson of Victoria, BC, riding her own 10-year-old Oldenburg gelding, Seiltanz (Sunny Boy x Royal Dance), with a score of 66.500%.

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FEI Nations Cup Eventing: Germany back in the winning groove June 30, 2014: A powerful German team cruised to an easy victory in the fourth leg of the FEI Nations Cup 2014 held at Strzegom, the Polish venue which is still in celebratory mode after being awarded the 2017 FEI European Eventing Championships earlier this month.

The winning team included three of the world’s best combinations, notably Michael Jung (GER) who had his Olympic, World and European (2011) champion La Biosthetique Sam back at his very best to lead from the outset.

Sandra Auffarth’s Opgun Louvo, European team gold and individual silver medallist in 2011 and Olympic team gold medallist in 2012, is also back from a spell on the sidelines and finished second, and Dirk Schrade was third on his 2013 European team gold medallist, the delightful chestnut Hop And Skip.

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Nations Cup in 2012 and were second last year, missed the first two legs of this season but are now back in winning mode and are third on the leaderboard.

“We certainly had the ‘A team’ out and it’s great that they went so well,” team manager Christopher Bartle said. “It’s lovely to have Sam and Louvo back and we’re keeping our fingers crossed that they all stay in good form.”

Great Britain, the only nation to have fielded a team at each leg so far this season, made the long journey to Strzegom, where they finished Discipline Reports continued on page 44

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Britain’s chef d’equipe Philip Surl has a deliberate policy of drawing from a pool of young riders who have not been on senior championship squads. Sarah Bullimore on Valentino V, Ros Canter (Zenshera) and newcomer Katy Hurst (Weston lV) put up solid performances to finish fourth,

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fifth and eighth respectively.

The Netherlands’ in-form Elaine Pen was sixth on Under Cover and led her team to third place, despite the loss of Tim Lips who withdrew Concrete Oncarlos when in 10th place after Dressage.

Denmark and Italy swapped places after Cross Country, with the Danes moving ahead into fourth. The home side, Poland, had the misfortune to have two horse falls, both at the third fence.

Twenty-five of the 31 Cross Country starters completed German designer Rudiger Schwarz’s track, with 14 clear rounds, only three of which were within the optimum time of six minutes 44 seconds: Dirk Schrade plus two Dutch team members, Elaine Pen and Theo Van de Vendel on Zendane.

Germany’s Julia Krajewski, who was second after Dressage on London-Return OLD, became her team’s discard score after two refusals at fence 21.

All the top five riders, plus Katy Hurst, went clear in the final Jumping test. toPlinE shoWParK JunE horsE trials July 11, 2014: Topline Stables put on another beautiful event during Canada Day long weekend. The weather was incredibly hot with short rain showers and some brief threats of a storm.

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tion right away the next day. The Stadium course was full of beautifully painted and decorated jumps and rode very nicely.

The Cross Country course has had a lot of hard work put into it and all the courses looked great! The training course has been very beefed up with some new exciting obstacles but many of the riders rode it very well and made it look easy. A new addition to the Cross Country was a trail through the woods into the neighbour’s field. This made for a lovely long gallop through the trees.

Thank you to all the organizers and volunteers who put on an amazing weekend. The event was a ton of fun and I am looking forward to next year! — Submitted by Rachel Spencer EVENTING RESULTS FeI naTIonS CuP evenTInG, STrZeGoM, PoLand 1. Germany, 122.8; 2. Great Britain, 159.2; 3. Netherlands, 253.4; 4. Denmark, 323.0; 5. Italy, 367.8. MreC June HorSe TrIaLS, June 14/15 Preliminary: 1. Sara Sellmer/Sloan Mcquick; 2. Nick Kleider/Garrow’s Law; 3. Kathryn Morgan/Vishnu. Training: 1. Tiffi ny Littman/Maguyver; 2. Darcie Kerkhoven/Rose; 3. Catherine Antoniuk/The Prophet.

Pre-Training: 1. Olivia Young/Wild Card; 2. Wendy Mclean/Commanche; 3. Sara Sellmer/Gio. Entry: 1. Michelle Ashley/Bakerview Horatio; 2. Taylor Syrowy/Muddy Waters; 3. Jessica Froese/Blue Persuasion. Pre-Entry: 1. Merrilyn Mason/Viking; 2. Nicole Kovacik/Fernando; 3. Erin Klassen/C-Horse. Starter: 1. Jessie Blackmon/ Ali; 2. Heddwen Braun/Ginger; 3. Marianne Thornton/Solunar. ToPLIne SHoW ParK HorSe TrIaLS June 29/30 Training: 1. Sara Sellmer/For Pleasure; 2. Sarah Gilmour/Where The Wild Things Are; 3. Tosca Holmes-Smith/Grace O’Malley. PreTraining: 1. Glynis Schultz/On Cue; 2. Barb Nielsen/Seneschal; 3. Olivia Young/Wild Card. Entry: 1. Katie Leitch/Grade A Prime; 2. Cassaundra Von Asperen/Vintage Label; 3. Tasia Bronson/Hot Shot. Pre-Entry: 1. Shannon Harvey/Nelson; 2. Merrilyn

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Canadian tEam finishEs in sECond at hartPury fEstival of drEssagE CPEdi3* July 10, 2014: The Canadian Para-Equestrian Team finished in second place overall following the Individual Championship Test, on July 10, at the Hartpury Festival of Dressage CPEDI3* held July 9-11, 2014 in Gloucester, ENG. Discipline Reports continued on page 46

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Discipline Reports continued from page 45 Using the combined scores of Lauren Barwick, Ashley Gowanlock and Roberta Sheffield from the Team Test, on July 9, and Individual Championship Test determined the overall team results. The Canadian Para-Equestrian Team finished in second place with a total score of 407.718. First place went to the team from Great Britain (463.851), and third spot was awarded to France (406.561).

“Placing second as a nation was a good achievement illustrating the hard work from all the team members in preparation for the 2014 World Equestrian Games,” said Elizabeth Quigg, chef d’équipe.

For the second day in a row, Sheffield of Lincolnshire, UK won her Grade III test. Riding Double Agent, her seven-year-old Anglo-European Studbook mare, Sheffield was victorious in the Individual Championship Test posting the top score of 70.145%. She also finished in third with Evelyn Little’s eight-year-old Dutch Warmblood gelding, Bindro T, with a score of 68.927%.

Barwick of Aldergrove, BC and Equine Canada’s 13-year-old Oldenburg mare, Off to Paris, were third in the Grade II Individual Championship Test, scoring 68.457%.

Riding Barwick’s Ferdonia 2, a 15-year-old Oldenburg mare, Gowanlock of Surrey, BC finished in fourth place with 68.379% in the Grade Ib Individual Championship Test. With Collegiate Sweet Leilani, M. Kendalyne Overway’s 13-yearold Morgan mare, Gowanlock earned a score of 64.586% for eighth.

“It is great to be competing against the top nations in England,” said Mary Longden, team coach. “The horses and riders did a great job rep-

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As a result of a very successful spring competition season in North America and Europe, Canada is currently ranked second as a nation in the FEI world para-dressage rankings.

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dressage It’s Just Louie: 11 yo 15.2 hh Irish/TB gelding. 3 time gold medallist in Para Dressage at 2012 BC Summer Games. Clips, hauls, good on trails. Jumped prior. $14,000.

Contact 250395-0213 or teressaallwood @yahoo.ca.

Rad: 2009 17 hh bay Dutch X QH gelding. Bigmoving, comfortable, with 3 lovely gaits. Kind, willing, fun to ride. Schooling 1st Level. Video available $20,000. Contact 250-248-2592 or libby-naylor@shaw.ca. Parksville, BC.

Lovely 1998 17 hh black Trakehner gelding.

Shown at PSG in 2012, in light work since, owner’s health only reason for sale. Good, caring home a priority. Video available. $20,000.

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Indian Summer PG: 2002 15.2 hh chestnut registered 7/8 Arab mare. Shown 2nd Level, schooling 3rd Level. Very pretty mare. Suit intermediate rider. No vices. Sound. UTD vet/ farrier. $8,500 OBO. Contact Paula 604-2097848. Maple Ridge, BC.

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Uphill, athletic, elastic mover. Talented enough for a pro, yet safe enough for an amateur or junior. Clean X-rays from Jan. $25,000. Contact Kathrin maxwellequine@telus.net.

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hunter

Milano: 12 yo 16.2 hh Cdn Trakehner gelding by Dalnomer. ‘A’ Circuit Children’s/Adult in Hunter, Equitation, Medals & Derbies to 3'3".

Easy keeper, no vices, lovely to work around, a real gentleman. Video avail. $25,000. Contact Bill 250-764-7261 or foxwood 2002@shaw.ca.

Sedona: 8 yo 16.2 hh Warmblood mare by Silberfeil. Fabulous Equitation or Hunter prospect. Eligible baby green. Lots of high scoring Dressage miles. Sweet, sweet mare.

Priced to sell to fabulous home only. Contact Andrea at 778-977-5549.

Jumper

Luther: 2000 16.2 hh Canadian Sport Horse gelding (Holsteiner/TB). Competitive 1.101.20m, safe enough for beginner, honest and sound. Fabulous ground manners. Price neg. $18,000. Contact Maureen 250-306-7485 or ride_drake@hotmail.com. Armstrong, BC.

Gator: 14 yo 14.3 hh dun Lusitano X gelding.

2X Sask reserve champion 1.0 & 1.1m Jumper.

Experience and talent. $8,500. Contact 306831-9181 or alesha.sim@hotmail.com. Rosetown, SK.

Sandy: 7 yo 16.1 hh Holsteiner mare. Very good jumper, fast, easy to be around. Shown in Jumping 3'-3'3", good Dressage basics, show in Dressage also. Great temperament, good with trails and farrier. $15,000. Contact Ruth 250-832-7959 or www. holsteinersporthorse.ca.

François: 5 yo fancy French frog from Fontainebleu, friendly, finished fourth at a FEI5*. Fully functional, never foundered, fantastic for farrier, excellent feet and frogs. You will love him, warts and all. Are you his princess? Contact photoads@gaitpost.com

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Duchess: 20 yo 13.2 hh Welsh/Arab mare.

The perfect pony, sadly outgrown. Sound, 20 yrs young with no vices. Very willing, loves to jump. Completed Level C Pony Club. Including some tack and blanket. $4,500. Contact 250375-2236. Kamloops, BC.

Fiann McCool: 7 yo 14.2 hh Welsh Cob gelding, G, carded. Sports car pony! “McCool” says it all! He is your Hunter, Eventer, FEI Dressage Pony and Jumper. Brave, fun, versatile, multitalented, awesome. $30,000. Contact 604-8027300 or Fiannfly@gmail.com. Langley, BC.

prospects

Bartholomew: Lovely 15.3+ hh CWB gelding by the famous Brentano II, top Dressage stallion/TB. Ready to start, UTD, nice Hunter or Dressage prospect. Video available. No time, reduced to $6,500. Contact 250-593-4634 or www.cralinmeadowsranch.com.

Kodak: 4 yo 14.3½ hh DWB X gelding by Kupido K. Mature to 15 hh. Lovely balanced movement, great jump. 4+ mos. prof. training. Jumps 2'3" course, lead chgs, straight forward. Prospect for YR. Great manners. Contact Norah 250-748-8577 or foxstone@shaw.ca.

Reuben: 5 yo 16 hh black Friesian Sport Horse gelding (Friesian X Morgan). Several months professional training. Uncomplicated, calm, friendly. Self-carriage. Offered to approved buyer. $10,000. Contact 780-785-2571 or jonescrowlands72@gmail.com. Alberta.

Whitney: 2007 15.2 hh dark bay 7/8 Hanoverian mare by German Hanoverian Wolkentanz.

Well started WTC, stunning movement, unlimited potential. $15,000. Contact 250-653-4383 or dhfraser@telus.net. Salt Spring Island, BC.

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prospects

Wehnelt: 4 yo 16.1 hh reg. Oldenburg mare by Wolkentanz II (Han. by Weltmeyer) out of an Oldenburg mare by Art Deco (KWPN). Her bloodlines are perfect for someone looking for talent and high rideability. Her excellent conformation, great looks, and amazing talent will make her highly competitive in the show ring. Wehnelt has excellent gaits and an excellent jump. She has been raised to have excellent manners and her great attitude is fun to work with. Videos and more pictures available. Clean x-rays taken July 8, 2014. $17,000. Contact Julie 780-982-9574. Edmonton, AB.

CBF Indigo: 4 yo 15.3 hh CWB mare by Ikoon (Libero H). Fantastic start under saddle, extensive groundwork, ready to finish your way.

Excellent conformation and movement, world class jumping bloodlines. $6,500. Contact 403507-9619 or shana@whispersequine.com.

2010 16.1 hh chestnut Holstein/DWB gelding.

Registered RPSI. Well started under saddle, WTC, lovely mover for Jumper or Dressage.

Good natured, no vices, UTD on everything. $12,000. Contact Deb 250-417-7317.

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Newsletter of the BC Hunter Jumper Association

CONDOLENCES BCHJA again extends condolences to the Tidball family on the death of their matriarch, Dianne. Dianne was a strong supporter of the riding community in BC. Her determination and vision have helped turn Langley into the horse capital of BC. Her passion for excellence has turned her family’s Thunderbird Equestrian Centre into today’s internationally acclaimed Thunderbird Show Park.

The BCHJA executive would like to acknowledge Dianne’s contribution in developing the fledgling BCHJA into the province wide organization it is today. She was a builder and her vision will be missed.

REMINDER TO COMPETITORS Remember to check your points promptly, and bring discrepancies or queries forward in a timely manner. Thank you www.bchja.com | 25232 - 80th Avenue, Check the BCHJA website for membership details, Langley, BC V1M 3M9 | Fax: 604-882-0154 show calendar and more: www.bchja.com www.gaitpost.com

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Newsletter | August 2014 Welcome to Jump Alberta! Jump Alberta is the provincial affiliate for hunters and jumpers as recognized by Jump Canada and Equine Canada. Our website (www.jumpalberta.com) provides complete information on the programs and educational materials we offer our members.

CONDOLENCES

BURSARY WINNERS

Jump Alberta would like to express our sincere condolences to our TBird family with the loss of great builders in this sport George and Dianne Tidball. They will be missed, but their legacy will remain.

Recent winners in our Jump Canada supported Rider Bursary classes include: June Classic I Short Stirrup Pony Hunter Class 23, Grace Neufeld Jr/Am 1.10m Jumper Class 506, Vicky Oram June Classic II 1.20m Jumper Class 52, Katelyn Cooper Pre-Green Class 61, Barb Jackson

CONGRATULATIONS We extend congratulations to three Alberta riders who have been named to represent Canada at the upcoming NAJYRC in Kentucky; Juniors Meagan Beunder / RRC Black Magic and Katelyn Cooper/ Casino Royale, and Young Rider Amelia Vernon / Udolente.

Best of luck and enjoy the experience!

ATHLETES OF THE MONTH We congratulate our Athletes of the Month for May who include Kara Chad in the Jumper division for her outstanding results and representation on two Nations Cup teams, and Bev Becker in the Hunter division who, as an adult amateur, shows tremendous leadership, teamwork and exceptional results in the ring. Both of these athletes are fantastic role models and we congratulate them! We encourage Jump Alberta members to nominate athletes by providing their nominee and reasons for nomination via email to jumpalberta@gmail.com.

UPCOMING BURSARY CLASSES Our upcoming bursary classes for August include: RMSJ Rocky Mountain Classic I - August 6-10 Junior 3'6" Hunter & Open 1.30m Jumper; RMSJ Rocky Mountain Classic II - August 13-17 Short/Long Stirrup 2'3" & 1.15m Jumper; RMSJ Rocky Mountain Classic III - August 20-24 Combined Hunter & Open 1.00m Jumper.

STAY UP-TO-DATE Check out our various programs on our website at www.jumpalberta.com, and follow us on Facebook and/or Twitter for updates and deadlines. Online membership application is available at this link: https://ja.equestrianmemberships.com/ and you can e-mail us questions or nominations for Athlete of the Month at jumpaberta@gmail.com.

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COMPETITIONCALENDAR Competitions • Clinics • Special Events british columbia Jul 25 - Jul 27

MREC Canadian Cup Dressage Show, Maple Ridge, BC Jack Polo: (604) 467-5616, mrec@shaw.ca, www.mrec.ca Jul 27 - Jul 30 KRC Adult Camp, Kelowna, BC Ashton: ashtyn_@hotmail.com, kelownaridingclub.com Jul 27 Langley Riders Games Day, Langley, BC Ngaire: (778) 277-0015, ngaire.smart@gmail.com www.langleyriders.com Jul 30 CVES Cross Country Schooling Day #5, Langley, BC Val: (778) 772-3769, Val.d.mica@gmail.com, www.cves.ca Aug 1 - Aug 3 MREC Dog Days of Summer Hunter Jumper Show, Maple Ridge, BC, Jack Polo: (604) 467-5616, mrec@shaw.ca www.mrec.ca Aug 10 Delta Riding Club Summer Classic: Hunter, E/W, Ladner, BC Leslie Dowler: (604) 910-9916, deltaridingclub@gmail.com www.deltaridingclub.com Aug 13 - Aug 17 Thunderbird Fort Classic Tournament, Langley, BC Chris: (604) 888-4585, chris@tbird.ca, www.tbird.ca Aug 15 - Aug 17 CVES August Horse Trials, Langley, BC Carol: (778) 772-3769, carolmcd@shaw.ca, cves.ca Aug 16 - Aug 17 SRC Polo Exhibition & Clinic, Vancouver, BC Telf: (604) 263-4817, info@southlandsridingclub.com, www.southlandsridingclub.com Aug 17 Windsor Stables Flat & H/J Show, Aldergrove, BC Sarah: (604) 857-0098, sadws@shaw.ca, www.windsorstables.net Aug 20 - Aug 24 Thunderbird Fort Festival Tournament, Langley, BC Chris: (604) 888-4585, chris@tbird.ca, www.tbird.ca Aug 23 CVES Cross Country Schooling Day #6, Langley, BC Annet: (778) 772-3769, jos-annet@shaw.ca, cves.ca Aug 23 Langley Riders Games Day, Langley, BC Ngaire: (778) 277-0015, ngaire.smart@gmail.com www.langleyriders.com Aug 24 Willoughby Saddle Club Schooling Show, Langley, BC Sandy: (604) 375-6340, sandyherring289@hotmail.com Aug 28 - Aug 31 SRC BC Dressage Championships, Vancouver, BC Claire: (604) 263-4817, info@southlandsridingclub.com www.southlandsridingclub.com Aug 28 - Sep 1 Jonathan Field Horsemanship Purpose Camp, Merritt, BC Angie Field: (888) 533-4353, info@jonathanfield.net www.jonathanfield.net Aug 29 - Aug 31 LMQHA Show, Thunderbird, Langley, BC Chris: (604) 888-4585, chris@tbird.ca, www.tbird.ca Aug 29 - Aug 31 MREC Labour Day Classic H/J Show, Maple Ridge, BC Jack Polo: (604) 467-5616, mrec@shaw.ca, www.mrec.ca Sep 4 - Sep 8 Jonathan Field Horsemanship Camp Intro to Liberty/ Finesse, Merritt, BC, Angie Field: (888) 533-4353 info@jonathanfield.net, www.jonathanfield.net Sep 6 Mission Horse Club Games Trophy Show, Heritage Qualifier, Mission, BC, info@missionhorseclub.org www.missionhorseclub.org Sep 6 - Sep 7 Sun Meadows September Dressage Show, Kamloops, BC Kerrie Jewell-Harrison/Jutta Jealouse (250) 573-2433 sunmeadowsequestrian@gmail.com, www.sunmeadowsequestriancentre.com 60

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BC Thoroughbred Sale, Thunderbird, Langley, BC Chris: (604) 888-4585, chris@tbird.ca, www.tbird.ca Sep 7 Delta Riding Club English/Western Show, Ladner, BC Leslie Dowler: (604) 910-9916, deltaridingclub@gmail.com www.deltaridingclub.com Sep 8 - Sep 9 Anne Gribbons Clinic - Sun Meadows Equestrian Centre, Kamloops, BC, Kerrie Jewell-Harrison/Jutta Jealouse: (250) 573-2433, sunmeadowsequestrian@gmail.com, www.sunmeadowsequestriancentre.com Sep 13 - Sep 14 Mission Horse Club English/Western Trophy Show, Heritage Qualifier, Mission, BC, info@missionhorseclub.org www.missionhorseclub.org Sep 14 Delta Riding Club H/J Show, Ladner, BC Leslie Dowler: (604) 910-9916, deltaridingclub@gmail.com www.deltaridingclub.com Sep 14 Langley Riders Games Day, Langley, BC Ngaire: (778) 277-0015, ngaire.smart@gmail.com www.langleyriders.com

alberta Aug 1 - Aug 4

Wild Timber Ranch Competitive Trail Ride (2 Day), Sundre, AB, Matt Nielsen:, mnielsen25@gmail.com, www.trailriding.ca Aug 4 - Aug 8 Overnight Summer Horse Camp, Camrose, AB Elizabeth Kyler:, info@theloveofahorse.com www.theloveofahorse.com Aug 6 - Aug 10 Rocky Mountain Classic I, Calgary, AB office@rmsj.ca Aug 13 - Aug 17 Rocky Mountain Classic II, Calgary, AB office@rmsj.ca Aug 18 - Aug 22 Overnight Summer Horse Jumping Camp, Camrose, AB Elizabeth Kyler:, info@theloveofahorse.com www.theloveofahorse.com Aug 20 - Aug 24 Regional Medal Finals, Rocky Mountain SJ, Calgary, AB office@rmsj.ca Aug 29 - Sep 1 Ponoka Combined Ride (TRAC & ERA) 2 Day, Ponoka, AB Ken: ken@stonewillowvet.ca, www.trailriding.ca Aug 30 MLM Summertime Fun Show, Edmonton, AB Kelly: (780) 486-2099, info@mapleleafmeadows.com www.mapleleafmeadows.com Aug 30 Open Horse Show, Camrose, AB Elizabeth Kyler:, info@theloveofahorse.com www.theloveofahorse.com Aug 30 - Sep 6 CSHA Select Sale Week, Creekside Farm, AB cshaselectsale@gmail.com, (780) 554-6580, (403) 880-5897 Sep 6 MLM Summer Wrap Up Dressage Show, Edmonton, AB Kelly: (780) 486-2099, info@mapleleafmeadows.com www.mapleleafmeadows.com Sep 7 MLM Derby Day, Edmonton, AB Kelly: (780) 486-2099, info@mapleleafmeadows.com www.mapleleafmeadows.com Oct 23 - Nov 1 Royal West, Calgary Stampede Park, Calgary, AB office@rmsj.ca Please confirm with event organizers before attending any events. Some events are changed or cancelled without our knowledge. Submit calendar events at www.gaitpost.com/calendar. Calendar events must be submitted by the print deadline, in order to be considered for inclusion in the next issue. The Gaitpost Calendar is a free service. To guarantee your event is listed, please contact our advertising department at 1-800-663-4802.

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