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features 54 A Family Affair Mother and daughter combined drivers Nifty and Jan Jan Hamilton make a tough team to beat.

BY CHRISTINA KEIM

62 Arabian Insight A conversation with influential women of the Arabian industry.

BY JENNIFER ROBERTS

68 The King of One-Horse Sports No matter your age, learn to play polocrosse today.

BY KATHRYN SELINGA

74 Back on Track McLain Ward answers all of our questions.

BY KATHRYN SELINGA

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46 Callan Solem offers advice on jumping combinations. 88 Horsehair jewelry you won’t be embarrassed to wear. 169 Obbie Schlom and Sara Winters are headed to Road to the Horse. 96 What you didn’t know about Suzy Stafford. 83 Take a trip to Oklahoma City, OK, home of the Morgan Grand National. 101 The CMHSS Father’s Day Show offers fun for everyone.

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lifestyle

tail end

14 Editor’s Note

83 Travel

206 Marketplace

16 On the Road

88 Equine Fashion

210 Real Estate

18 Opening Shot

90 Business

216 Calendar

22 Letters to the Editor

94 Going Green

224 Affiliate Coupons

24 In Your Words

96 Collecting Thoughts

232 Directories

26 Points of Interest

98 Media Review

252 Classifieds

32 Prepurchase Exam

news & affiliates

36 Stable Solutions

101 Across the Northeast

42 Ask the Vet

169 Across the Regions

257 Looking Back 258 Last Laugh

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44 Training Pointers 46 Hunter/Jumper Pointers 48 Reining Pointers 50 Business Bits

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Cliff Swanson and Art By Hesa, owned by Kevin Simmons and bred by Eleanor’s Arabian Farm.

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EDITOR’S NOTE

What’s Your Passion?

GROWING UP AS A HORSE-CRAZY kid in the Northeast, I spent my summers riding and writing about horses. It was a great way to grow up. It shaped not only my youth, but also my future path. Now, I am thrilled and so fortunate to be able to combine my passion of horses with my career, just as many of the people featured in this month’s The best part of issue have done. my summer was The Hamilton family lives and breathes their passion— the time spent combined driving. The family, consisting of Nifty, Bus, and with my pony. their 17-year-old daughter, Jan Jan, stumbled upon the sport and have since then worked their way from Novice drivers to being short-listed for the World Championships this year. Their family dynamic has helped keep them grounded and successful. This month, author Christina Keim sat down with the family to discuss their rise to the top, how Jan Jan handles a successful driving career and school, and how they help each other through it all. To read about this family, turn to page 54.

Also this month, our own Jennifer Roberts, sat down with three influential women in the Arabian industry as they discussed how the breed is a consuming passion and love in their lives. They discuss not only where the breed is, but also what their hopes are for the breed in the future and what they would like to see change. Find out more on page 62.

McLain Ward, now in London for the 2012 Olympics, took some time before heading out to answer some questions from our News Editor, Kathryn Selinga.

Despite a tragic injury in the peak of the season, McLain secured a spot on the Olympic team and discussed the journey of coming back after an injury, the retirement of his famous mount, Sapphire, and life lessons he has learned from his years of riding. See what McLain had to say on page 74.

And, if you’re looking for a fun, new, horse-related sport to try, be sure to read our feature on the exciting game of polocrosse, “The King of One-Horse Sports,” which starts on page 68. It may just end up being your new passion!

Be a Part of the Equine Journal » This month, in our “In Your Words” column, we asked readers why they ride, and we received some great and inspiring replies. Be sure to check them out on page 24. We would love to feature your answer in our future “In Your Words” column. Visit us on FacebookSM or send your answers to editorial@equinejournal.com. » Have something on your mind? Send your “Letters to the Editor” to editorial@equinejournal.com.

Each month, one letter will be chosen as our featured letter and will win a prize pack. » Do you have a horse health or training question? Send your questions to Jenn@equinejournal.com, and we will have a leading veterinarian or trainer provide the answers you are looking for.

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ON THE ROAD

Looking Back…And Moving Forward

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EJ on the Road I recently went to the I Love New York Horse Show, held July 3-8 in Lake Placid, NY, and had a wonderful time meeting some of our readers. It was also great to visit with $75,000 Woodlea Farms Grand Prix winner Darragh Kenny.

In the following months, I’ll be out and about at horse shows, coming to a town near you! Be sure to check in next month to learn about my adventures on the road!

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FOR ANY READERS THAT didn’t notice, last month’s issue had a very strong Olympic theme. We shared fun trivia in our “Points of Interest” column, discussed their history in the article, “Equestrian Olympics: 100 Years of Defying Limits,” and interviewed Reed Kessler, who will now officially be the youngest American rider to compete on the U.S. Show Jumping Team.

Me with rider We received great Darragh Kenny feedback on last month’s issue from many at the I Love New readers, including the distinguished Karen York Horse Show.

Stives. If you think her name sounds vaguely familiar, you may want to revert back to page 30 of our July issue. Stives competed in the 1984 Olympic Games and took home an individual silver medal as well as a gold medal with the U.S. Eventing Team. She and British rider, Ginny Leng, were the first women to earn individual medals in the sport. Little did I know that Stives was an Equine Journal subscriber, or that she lived right in our own backyard.

“I came out of the womb wanting a pony,” says Stives, who grew up in Wellesley, MA, developing a strong background in the junior hunters and equitation. But when she went away to college, the hunter community had changed. After graduating in 1972, she decided to take up eventing, starting at Novice Level, and gradually moving up the ranks. “I was successful and I loved it!” she recalls.

Stives completed her first Preliminary three-day event at age 28, and a mere two years later, she was selected for the 1980 Olympics, but did not compete, as the U.S. boycotted the Games that year. However, she not only qualified again in 1984, but took away two medals. “I don’t think that being the first woman [to medal] changed the discipline,” Stives says. “I always felt well-respected and admired in the sport.”

Be sure to follow updates on this year’s Olympic action at EquineJournal.com and on our Facebook page. The eventing competition will take place July 28-31, followed by show jumping, August 4-8; and dressage, August 7-9.

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By SUSAN WINSloW Eleanor’s Arabians, located in Rogers, MN, has been in the business of breeding, training, selling and competing top of the line Arabians and Half-Arabians in reining and western pleasure for over 25 years. Eleanor will celebrate her 76th birthday this year, and she says with a good-natured laugh, “Not only am I still at it, my horses and I are still winning!” This year, Eleanor is heading to Nationals along with three of her clients and horses from the carefully developed breeding program at Eleanor’s Arabians. They are consistently in the top ribbons in everything from National and Regional competition to the rigorous Arabian Horse competition at The Ultimate Futurity.

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important part of her life. She says, “I grew up working horses in the hay field, but when we moved to Minneapolis, I went to some Arabian shows and I fell in love with the breed. They have such innate beauty, athleticism, intelligence and stamina that they are a joy to own and compete.”

The performance records of her horses and their offspring include multiple National Championships in the United States and Canada in Arabian and Half-Arabian competition. Her stallion, Hesa Zee+/, has sired winners of over $58,000 at the Arabian Reining Horse Association (ARHA) and

Eleanor Hamilton riding LF Katalina, winner of 4 National Top Tens, 2 Open Reining and 2 ATR.

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Hesa Zee+/ with Madison Rose .

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Shipped semen is available from each of these talented stallions. Eleanor describes the philosophy behind such a successful breeding program. “Our stallions have proven pedigrees, performance records and working western bloodlines back to Xenophonn or Muscat*, and we are very careful about crossing with other proven bloodlines to produce horses with the qualities that make a winner: temperament, athleticism and strength. For our half-bred Arabians, we have a number of quality Quarter Horse mares from lines as famous as Peppy San Badger, one of the most important foundation sires at the famous King Ranch. They bring the disposition, trainability and athleticism that are the perfect complement to our stallions.”

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explains, “We start with horses that have been carefully bred in our program, and we find the right job where that horse can excel. We have horses of all ages available for sale, from weanlings to finished show horses. We take the time to help our clients find the right horse for their interest and goals, then work with them

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Trainer Rod Matthiesen riding LF Katalina.

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LETTERS TO THE EDITOR

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– Geri Hayes, Ola, ID

I love the professional look and the material of all the pages.

-Heather Hartland, Johnstown, PA

Where did your quote go? I missed seeing it! I have all of your quotes that you have printed so far, I look forward to adding a new one each month.

-Jarred Smith, Virginia Beach, VA

The first half of the July issue was a bit hard to navigate—hard to discern between advertisements and articles. I enjoyed the second half, it made a little more sense. I did enjoy the articles once I found them. Keep up the good work and good luck with the combining of two really first rate magazines!

-Equine Essentials Tack Shop, Oxford, MA

I loved the Prepurchase Exam! It’s a fun column and one that I will certainly be looking forward to from here on out!

My dislikes? I felt as though many of the features had the same layout, variety is the spice of life!

-Chelsea Rogers, Golden, CO

I just received a copy of the new publication “combo.” It looks wonderful. And, I was ecstatic to see a photo of [my horse] Garth in there—thank you!

-Katie Murphy, Hopkinton, NH

Congratulations on the newly incorporated publication!

-Grace Whelan Doran, Lakeland, FL

The new magazine looks fantastic!

Great feature articles and layout.

-Jennifer Lynn Wood, Orange Park, FL

I have to say I find the combo of the two magazines a bit overwhelming, I rarely found time to read the Horsemen’s Yankee Pedlar cover to cover, now it’s just too much.

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The magazine looked great, but I missed the old Equine Journal. I wasn’t a huge fan of the various typefaces and lower case letters,

We love hearing from you! Send us your letters to the editor for a chance to win this month’s prize of a North Woods Animal Treats gift pack. All letters we receive by September 1 will be entered in the drawing. Send your letters to editorial@equinejournal.com, or to Equine Journal, Editorial, 83 Leicester Street, N. Oxford, MA 01537.

Congratulations to Geri Hayes for winning August’s letter-of-the-month!

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-Maggie Cole, East Longmeadow, MA

Thank you so much for the Equine Journals and The Voice that you sent to us. We had a great turnout at our open show and everyone was very pleased with your magazine. Thank you so much for thinking of us and a big thank you from our spectators.

-Faith Perini, Azrael Acres, Uxbridge, MA

As a long-time supporter and reader of both publications, I love the combination of both and love the quality of the publication too!

Most of us don’t like “change” but this “change” looks like a winner!

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The Horsemen’s Yankee Pedlar name has always been associated with class and professionalism, non-biased reporting, and impeccable design. While I’m sad to see the name go, I hope this evolving is for the best for those involved with the publications, and horse people throughout New England.

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IN YOUR WORDS

Why do you ride?

It is my therapy! My horses are my therapists. Not to mention the aromatherapy.

– Christine Casavanti For the love of it. Lately, it’s to remind myself of who I used to be and to strive to get back there. And, it reminds me that we can’t control everything, and when you hit the rocks, you have to get back on.

- Melissa Winch I have a stressful day-job, and riding helps me relax, loosen, breathe and let it all go.

– Helen Scanlon

Because I breathe.

- Diane Holston Winston Churchill said it the best, “There is something about the outside of a horse is good for the inside of a man.”

- Mona Joswiak

mental break to ride and be at one with nature and my horse, I return refreshed, calm, and a better me.

– Gloria DeGeare Because I am strong when I am on my best friend’s shoulders!

– Hannah Lavoie For the love of the horse!

It’s everything—it’s relaxation and pure energy; it’s excitement, control, freedom, love, sweat, joy, art, dance, and stillness. It creates strength and accomplishment. It gives me a chance to focus wholly on harmony between him and me and forget everything else.

– Cheryl Rings Because my heart and soul need it!

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– TC Graves There is nothing like it for me. It’s a stress reliever and a part of breathing for me, and I don’t do it as much as I would like.

– Linda Fiske Michaels It’s my life! I can’t imagine not riding…it is my freedom.

– Amy Matz

From our StaFF I ride because there is no bond or relationship stronger than that of a girl and her horse!

There is nothing better than spending an afternoon out enjoying nature with the love of my life!

– Kathryn Selinga News Editor For Next Month:

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When I ride or even just be with my horse, I have no work problems, kid problems or husband problems. It is just my horse and me. It is where I can be with my own thoughts.

– Denise Ingeman

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Photo of the Month

PHOTO: MARY FRANCES FLANDERS

Meagan Toler, of Dublin, GA, sent in this photo of her Arabian mare, CRF Bella Torina, a National Reserve Champion in Arabian Reining AAOTR.

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bits & pieces POINTS OF INTEREST

1. Dressage horse, rafalca, and eventer, Twizzel, are by the same sire—hanoverian stallion, argentinus. Twizzel is out of an australian Thoroughbred mare, hence is nicknamed “ossi.”

2. event horse, Mr. Medicott, and show jumper, Flexible, are by the same sire, irish Sport horse cruising. Both are bright chestnuts with big blazes, but there is more than a hand difference in their height.

3. There are only two grey horses on Team uSa: eventer, ringwood Magister, and show jumper, antares F, who is nearly white.

4. Mystery Whisper was brought to the cci4* level in australia by heath ryan. current rider, phillip Dutton, won olympic Team Gold in 1996 along with heath’s brother, Matt.

5. Dressage horse, ravel, has his own wine, made from grapes grown in his owner’s vineyard.

6. neither cylana nor reed Kessler had shown above 1.45m when Kessler got the mare last year, but they have made the move to prime time with ease.

7. Beezie Madden and Mclain Ward were in the same jump-off for individual Bronze at the 2008 olympics. They found a shortcut on course through the decorations that proved to be the winning route for Madden. Ward had the very last fence down.

8. Madden is a die-hard Green Bay packers fan.

9. Tina Konyot’s family was in the circus. her father was a renowned horse trainer, and her mother was known as “queen of the high Wire.”

10. The show jumping mare, coral reef Via Volo, is the smallest horse on the team at around 15.3 hands, while ravel is the biggest at over 17 hands.

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Olympic duo, Beezie Madden and Coral Reef Via Volo.

A Call to Action Recent fires that blazed across the Colorado landscape burned more than 100,000 acres; the flames have ravaged the natural beauty of the area, destroyed nearby homes, and left many displaced people wondering what to do next.

For horse owners that uncertainty is even greater. Hundreds of horses were displaced, and while local horse parks, fairgrounds, and equestrian centers have graciously opened up to evacuated horses, the cost of caring for those horses magnifies the stresses of an already trying time. Efforts to help are already underway but outside assistance is badly needed.

United States Equestrian Federation (USEF) asks that equestrians, equestrian fans, and all people who share a love for horses make a donation to the USEF Equine Disaster Relief Fund. With your help we can ensure that all affected horses are well cared for and help Colorado’s devastated communities rebuild.

Donations may be made online by going to www.usef.org. If you wish to contribute by check, please make it out to the USEF Equine Disaster Relief Fund and send to: The United States Equestrian Federation, 4047 Iron Works Parkway, Lexington, KY 40511.

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Things You Might Not Have Known About the 2012 USA Olympic Equestrian Team

Healing Honey The Final Countdown In last minute preparations for the London 2012 Olympic Games, the FEI has launched a new online hub—fei.org/ olympic—dedicated to all things Olympic and Paralympic, both old and new.

The Olympic hub includes all the technical information around the Olympic Games, links to schedules and results, as well as all the Olympic news from the FEI and a regularly updated photo gallery.

Wellington Withdraws Wellington, FL, which had been confirmed as an official candidate to stage the FEI World Equestrian Games™ in 2018, has withdrawn from the bidding process.

Equestrian Sport Productions (ESP), the company that had put together the U.S. bid for 2018, informed the FEI that it was officially withdrawing from the process, due to a change in local government.

The three bid cities still in the running to host the FEI World Equestrian Games™ in 2018 are Rabat, Morocco, Bromont, Canada; and Vienna, Austria.

If you like using natural products on your horse’s cuts and scrapes, consider honey. Dr. Juliet Getty (GettyEquineNutrition.com), an equine nutritionist, recommends raw honey as a topical first aid due to its antimicrobial properties.

In raw honey, the enzymes are still active, and because of its high sugar content and low pH, honey kills microbes by making the environment more acidic, while also drawing water out of cells.

Manuka honey is especially effective. Collected from the Tea Tree Manuka bush native to New Zealand, manuka honey has a higher enzymatic activity, making it more potent than other forms.

Manuka honey can be applied in its natural state, but it is messy and attracts flies; therefore, it requires bandaging. Commercial dealers offer a medicinal gel form that also promotes healing while being easier to apply.

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bits & pieces NOW YOU KNOW Fun trivia and interesting facts about everything horses

13,260 The number of trophies, plaques, and ribbons that were ordered by the Arabian Horse Association for their 2012 national events (Youth Nationals, Canadian Nationals, Sport Horse Nationals, Distance Nationals, U.S. Nationals).

The year Khemosabi++++//, often referred to as “The People’s Horse,” was born. Bred by small breeders, Dr. Bert and Ruth Husband of Whittier, CA, he sired 1,278 foals in his lifetime.

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The amount of prize money available at U.S. Nationals through the Breeders Sweepstakes program.

1725 The year Nathan Harrison of Virginia imported the first Arabian stallion to the United States.

This horse reportedly sired 300 foals from grade mares.

The number of competition miles done by 2011 AHA Distance Horse of the Year, OT Sara Moniet RSI, and owner/rider, Crockett Dumas. The team completed 31 of 31 rides with 10 overall wins (including two 200-mile rides) and nine Best Conditions in 2011 alone.

KHEMOSABI PHOTO COURTESY OF DR. BERT AND RUTH HUSBAND

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bits & pieces PREPURCHASE EXAM

dressage bridles

M. Toulouse Platinum Padded Dressage Bridle

We loved the beautiful stitching on this bridle as well as the soft and supple leather.

With the moderately low price point, this bridle was well worth the money. Whether you use this as a schooling bridle, or show in it at recognized events, this bridle constructed of top quality Sedgwick’s English leather should withstand the test of time.

Sedgwick’s sources high quality hides and also maintains the skills of expert curriers who finish the leather by hand. The stainless steel hardware was sturdy, showing off the horse’s head without being over powering. The flash noseband ran a bit large, but it was nothing our handy hole punch couldn’t fix (We hear the company has now modified this)!

BUY IT: $215, MarcelToulouse.com.

Elite Raised Padded Crown Bridle

While it may seem like a minor detail, the back punched holes on this lovely bridle were certainly a treat! We loved how easily the stainless steel buckles slid through the holes, and then held securely. Smith Worthington tells us that the 10-stitches-per inch will hold secure over the years, and we’re happy to hear that this wonderful bridle will hold up to the test of time! The specially tanned cowhide offered a unique balance between flexible and firm, allowing the bridle to mold to the horse’s head. The buckles on the reins were a bit difficult to manipulate due to the thick leather, but oiling helped. The slots through which the cavesson band threaded, offered the comfort of a monocrown with the adjustability of a normal bridle, a wonderful design!

BUY IT: $200, SmithWorthington.com.

Our testers: This month our Prepurchase Exam was conducted by: Kelly Ballou, Managing Editor; Karen Desroches, Advertising/Marketing Consultant; Jennifer Roberts, Social Editor; and MJ Bergeron, Copy Editor.

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As you trot down centerline, the last thing you want to be worried about is your tack.

We put these bridles through the ringer, so you can worry about your test.

Warendorf Deluxe Dressage Bridal

This bridle had excellent quality and timeless style at a great value. The high-quality stainless-steel roller buckles on each side of the crank noseband made for easy, smooth adjustments and even tightening. The monocrown design combines the crown and noseband holder to eliminate the bulk over the poll. The leather was a bit stiffer then the other bridles we tested, but after a generous application of oil the bridle was soft and supple. The generous one-inch noseband flattered a variety of horses, looking good on horses despite their level of refinement (or lack thereof!). The web rubber reins with hand stops gave the rider a lot of grip, even in inclimate weather.

BUY IT: $389, DoverSaddlery.com.

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Contact Jenn@EquineJournal.com with your ideas.

Wellfleet Double Raised Padded Snaffle Bridle

The double raising on this bridle got our attention immediately. It was a classy touch that added elegance. The bridle was designed to alleviate pressure on the sensitive poll area. The innovative crown design allows the cavesson strap to pass over the crown piece in an elegant discrete channel; only soft padding touches the horse’s poll. The bridle ran a bit small, but with SmartPak’s easy return policy, you can try a new size without hassle. The hand beveled and rubbed edges gave the bridle a very finished look.

Our riders appreciated the anti-slip rubberized web reins with leather stops.

Buy IT: $244, SmartPakEquine.com.

Vespucci Traditional Dressage Bridal

The slightly thicker padded noseband and browband looked stunning on horses with a larger head, with the soft white accents adding a special something without drawing too much attention to the head. The pliable leather was easy to adjust, with the padding over the crown and under the chin making for a comfortable (and happy!) horse. Be sure to have your toothbrushes handy, as with any white padded bridle, it requires a little extra work to keep the white clean and bright! This traditional looking bridle offered so many modern features…a great way to look the part, without compromising quality and comfort for your horse.

Buy IT: $290, worldequestrianbrands.com.

Wyndham Dressage Bridle

Classy and fabulous! We couldn’t get enough of the high raised bridle with patent leather accents. The patent leather accented the horse’s head in a wonderful way, without overpowering the face; the hint of sparkle was just enough to get our attention! We loved how Five Star Tack was willing to “mix and match” part sizes to get a custom fit at an off the rack price. The integrated crown piece had padding over the ears to give a comfortable fit. Use care when oiling this bridle, as the rest of the leather needs oiling, but the patent leather should stay oil-free to keep it in its shining glory.

Buy IT: $270, FiveStarTack.com.

M. Toulouse Platinum Euro Dressage Bridal with Crank

The thick padding on the chin of the crank noseband made for a happy horse as we put him through the paces…no pinching here! It was easy to see that this bridle was designed with the horse’s comfort in mind. The comfort padding system over the poll reduces poll pressure while the simple cutaways reduced the pressure that was put on our horse’s ears. We love monocrown designs, but wish that there was more adjustability in placing nosebands with them. The soft, supple reins broke in quickly, with the rein stops being substantial enough to aid in holding the reins, but not so large that they got in the way of making adjustments to them.

Buy IT: $215, MarcelToulouse.com.

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Bruce Davidson (Eventing) Lisa Singer (Driving) Jeremy Steinberg (Dressage) Kelly Sapp (Reining) Molly Powell (Barrel Racing) Geoff Teall (Hunters) Lynn Palm (Hunter Under Saddle & Western Pleasure)

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Larry Whitesell (Easy Gaited Horses)

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Clinics, Seminars & Demonstrations Enjoy an unparalleled program of sessions presented by leading coaches, competitors, trainers, and industry experts. Throughout the four days, clinics on general and discipline-specific topics will be conducted in three arenas while a non-stop schedule of demos and seminars will also be presented at a seminar stage and the GLC 5500 demo ring. With sessions covering the gamut of horse training, horse management, and equestrian topics, Equine Affaire will provide a great introduction to horses for new horse enthusiasts and a place for seasoned riders and owners to hone their skills and explore new disciplines and training philosophies.

Trade Show Save money and time by shopping at Equine Affaire. With the largest horse-related trade show in the East, Equine Affaire will be the place to shop next fall for all of your horse and rider needs. Browse through acres of equine products and services ranging from tack, riding apparel, gifts, and grooming supplies to trailers, barns, fencing, and farm equipment.

Breed and Horse & Farm Exhibits Learn about dozens of horse breeds from North America, Europe, and beyond at the Breed Pavilion in the Stroh Building and the Horse and Farm Exhibits in C-Barn. Representatives of horse, pony, and color associations and registries will be on hand to answer your questions about their breeds and registries. Equines from miniatures to drafts and from stock horses to sport horses will be on exhibit. The Horse & Farm Exhibits will also showcase a vast number of stallions, breeding farms, and training facilities.

Youth Pavilion Explore a special place for horsey kids of all ages at the Youth Pavilion in the Mallary South. In addition to educational and horse-related youth association exhibits, the Youth Pavilion will feature presentations by many of the horse industry’s most popular educators, demonstrations of horse breeds, plenty of fun activities for kids, and the Celebrity Horse Showcase.

Exceptional Educational, Shopping & Entertainment Opportunities

Experience the Fantasia sponsored by B & D Builders

Thursday, Friday & Saturday Evenings Equine Affaire’s signature musical celebration of the horse, the Fantasia, will take place on Thursday, Friday and Saturday evenings in the coliseum. This special equine musical revue will feature a star-studded line-up of professional equestrian performers and exceptional horses choreographed to a wide variety of musical styles.

The 2012 Fantasia promises to be an evening of extraordinary entertainment you will not want to miss. A separate ticket will be required for the Fantasia. Advance tickets will be on sale through October 19. Call (740) 845-0085 or consult www.equineaffaire.com for additional information and to place your order. MasterCard, Visa, and Discover accepted. Tickets not sold in advance will be available at the Information Booth in the Better Living Center beginning at 9:00am on Thursday, November 8th.

Bring Your Horse with You and “Ride With The Best” in an Equine Affaire Clinic

Event Hours Thursday – Saturday.................9:00am – 7:30pm Sunday ............................................9:00am – 5:00pm

Admission General admission includes access to all clinics, seminars and demonstrations. Tickets sold in advance through October 19th. Cash only at the door.

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Most of this year’s clinicians will be accepting horses and/or riders of all levels to participate in their clinics. For information on sessions, requirements, fees, and how to apply to the Ride With The Best program, click on the Massachusetts event and follow the “Participate” link at www.equineaffaire.com or contact Kristen Gump at kgump@equineaffaire.com or (740) 845-0085 x104.

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Work with great people on a really exciting eventwhile earning free admission and a souvenir as a volunteer at Equine Affaire.

For information on how you can participate, go to www.equineaffaire.com and follow the “Get Involved” link or contact Cindy Murphy at (740) 845-0085 ext. 102 or cmurphy@equineaffaire.com.

Enter the Free Equine Affaire Raffle Enter online before the show or visit the Raffle Center in the Mallary North at the event to win great prizes.

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bits & pieces STABLE SOLUTIONS helpful hints for horse-keeping

Hoof Bandages

A Step By Step Guide for Healing Common Hoof Wounds

By Sue Perry

Lost sHoes and Hoof aBscesses are common problems for horse owners, so it’s important to know how to properly bandage a hoof.

Hoof Care Supplies

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Properly dressing a hoof wound can make a huge difference in how quickly your horse will return to competition.

made of epsom salt, which come as a green gel in a small jar. they are a little less messy than clay poultice and are frequently used to pack into the soles of bruised and/or abscessed hooves.

Betadine and poultice will freeze, so they should be stored at room temperature.

The Lost Shoe Whether it happens in turnout or during a ride, a lost shoe is always an unpleasant situation. It is important to protect the hoof from further damage until the farrier arrives to replace the shoe.

Pick and brush the hoof clean. cover the sole with a diaper, placing

the padding so that it runs width-wise across the horse’s hoof from inside-tooutside. this puts a thick, protective layer of diaper over the areas most likely to chip or break apart (where the shoeing nails have probably already damaged the hoof when the shoe was pulled off). Wrap the ends of the diaper over the front of the hoof wall. secure the free edges with a few pieces of duct tape. If you are wrapping the hoof without a helper, cut the tape beforehand and tack several pieces onto a nearby object (bucket, wastebasket).

Put a hoof boot over the secured diaper. The boot should be a size that

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every horse owner and stable manager needs to have the appropriate supplies on hand to deal with these two situations. all of the items are inexpensive and easy to obtain from your veterinarian and local stores. Here is a list of supplies you’ll need on-hand while bandaging your horse: • Shallow rubber feed pan for soaking • Sturdy hoof boots in assorted sizes • Betadine® solution • Poultice • Extra Large disposable baby diapers • Duct tape • Vetrap™ • Scissors choose hoof boots that are rugged and have good traction on the sole so that your horse can wear them when he is able to be turned out in a small paddock. fresh air, a little walking and a change of scenery from his stall will make him happier during his convalescence. Hoof boots made of thin, flexible plastic are only suitable for wearing in the stall.

You will need several different sizes of hoof boots, to accommodate both horses and ponies with different sized hooves and to be able to fit over a hoof with a shoe, with no shoe and a thin bandage, and with a poultice and thick bandage.

Poultice is a dressing for drawing out heat and abscesses. there are several different types, but all work in a similar fashion. traditional poultice is a clay-based paste that usually comes in a three to five pound bucket. It can be used on the lower limbs as well as the hooves. some clay poultices come embedded in a thick sheet of cotton padding. they are cut to fit the area that needs treatment, then soaked in warm water prior to applying under a bandage. there are also poultices

A d o p t a G re a t C o m p a n i o n !

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Diane is a lovely, 10-year-old Thoroughbred mare, about 15.2 hands. She is a sensitive horse, but smart, learns quickly and seems to really enjoy work. In her foster home, Diane has been making exceptional progress with her training. She is doing well in W-T work and has begun work on the canter under saddle. Diane is capable of beautiful gaits and has the talent to do multiple disciplines. She will need a patient, confident, experienced rider to help her reach her potential.

Kya is a 9 year old, 16 hand, chestnut, Thoroughbred mare. She is a gorgeous girl with a sweet personality. In her foster home, Kya is currently taking dressage lessons and took several jumping lessons last fall - She was incredibly brave over fences and never refused. She goes WTC on both leads, knows some lateral work, and just needs the finishing touches for basic ring work.

Kya loves hitting the trails and will go out alone or with other horses. Like most Thoroughbreds Kya is energetic and would do best with a lot of turnout and a consistent riding schedule with a confident, intermediate-toexperienced rider.

Maggy is a 4 year old Pinto Mustang mare who arrived at Nevins Farm with a large herd of Mustangs that had been neglected. Maggy has always been very sweet, smart, and has lots of potential. In her foster home, she is making great strides learning to crosstie, be groomed, tacked, and recently backed and walked under saddle.

Maggy has also started on the trails with her foster mom and loves the water! She will need an experienced horseperson to continue her training and unlock her potential.

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bits & pieces STABLE SOLUTIONS

THE LOST SHOE: [LEFT] Start off by wrapping the ends of a diaper over the front of the hoof wall, securing the free edges with duct tape.

[RIGHT] Put a hoof boot over the secured diaper before buckling and securing it with tape.

fits snugly—you don’t want the hoof sliding around inside of it. A “lost shoe” hoof with damaged side walls is fairly oval in shape and hoof boot soles are roundish. Sideways placement of the diaper makes the damaged hoof fit better in the boot. Buckle the boot on and cover the strap and buckle with several layers of duct tape so that everything stays securely fastened.

Most horses can be turned out in a small paddock with this type of hoof protection. Remove the boot and diaper every 24 hours. Clean any debris out of the boot. Replace the diaper with a dry one. It will get soggy from the warmth and humidity inside the boot and will be soaking wet if the paddock is muddy or it rains. Re-wrap and re-boot until the shoe is replaced.

If your horse comes in with a shoe that is loose but it’s still attached to the hoof, you have two options. If you have basic farrier tools and know how to safely pull off a shoe, you can do that and then proceed as above. If, however, you cannot get the shoe off safely, putting the shod hoof in a sturdy boot will prevent the horse from ripping it off in turnout.

This preserves the remaining integrity

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Polo in the Country Foxhunting Clinic

September 1, 10:00 a.m.

A mounted clinic led by USEA ICP Level II trainer Richard Wood. Flat & Jumping Groups. Tailgate to follow.

Contact: juliepwheeler@aol.com or (860) 377-0474

Norfolk Field Hunter Show September 2, 9:00 a.m.

A traditional hunting experience in a low-key show atmosphere. Flat and jmping classes.

Open to all competitors and hunt members.

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Sunday, October 21 The Norfolk Hunter Trials are a judged cross country competition, over fences, in Norfolk Hunt country.

All riders, including non-hunters and professionals, are welcome to compete in open divisions.

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bits & pieces STABLE SOLUTIONS

BruISeS AND ABSCeSSeS: [LeFT] Spread poultice over the entire sole of the hoof. [rIGHT] Wrap a diaper around the hoof, then secure it with duct tape, and completely wrap with Vetrap™.

[LeFT] Make a “star on the wall” of duct tape before placing on the underside of the hoof. [rIGHT] This completed bandage should help treat a stabled horse.

Bruises and Abscesses The most common causes of acute lameness in the hoof are sole bruises and hoof abscesses. The veterinarian will remove the shoe (and pad, if present) to examine the hoof visually and with hoof testers. Any increased sensitivity or obvious pain in response to pressure from the hoof testers points to the location of the problem. In the case of an abscess, the veterinarian will carefully pare away the area with a hoof knife, hoping to create an opening for it to drain. This drainage is essential to relieve the painful pressure within the hoof and allow the infection to heal.

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areas, covering the poultice with a hoof bandage. If limited turnout is permitted as the horse becomes more comfortable, put a hoof boot on over the entire bandage.

Soak the hoof in a solution of warm water, Betadine® (2-3 tablespoons) and epsom salt (about 1/3 cup). Make sure that any sore areas are completely submerged. Don’t leave a horse unattended during a soak—if he moves and tips over the soaking pan, he could panic.

BB, our model, was not lame and had been recently shod, so he is wearing a shoe for these demonstration photos.

Spread a thick layer of poultice over the entire sole of the hoof, including into the sulci of the frog and any “pockets” that the veterinarian has pared out. Wrap a diaper around the hoof, making sure that the padding covers the sole and any pared out areas. Secure the diaper with a few pieces of duct tape.

Wrap the entire hoof and diaper with Vetrap™. Make a “star on the wall” of

duct tape by laying four strips vertically, five strips horizontally and two strips crossed over all. Gently peel the tape star off the wall and center it on the underside of the hoof. Fold all of the sticky ends up around the hoof. Make two turns of tape around the pastern to secure everything. Don’t pull this tight—you do not want to make a tourniquet around your horse’s leg.

This bandage is sufficient for treating a stabled horse. If you plan to take your horse outdoors for hand-grazing or if small paddock turnout is allowed, cover this bandage with a hoof boot. Secure the boot straps and buckles with duct tape for turnout.

Always consult with a veterinarian before bandaging your horse’s hoof.

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Fusion Confusion

BY KATY RAYNOR, D.V.M. OF NEW ENGLAND EQUINE MEDICAL AND SURGICAL CENTER

When people talk about hocks “fusing,” what does that mean?

The hock is a complex system of four different joints. Within this system, the uppermost joint is where all of the motion of the hock is seen, and then there are three corresponding lowmotion joints beneath. Fortunately, the upper, high-motion joint (tibiotarsal joint) is rarely afflicted with significant degeneration from work. Similarly, the second joint down is a mostly lowmotion joint (which communicates with the tibiotarsal joint) and is also rarely affected with pain and degeneration.

When people use the term “fused hocks,” most of the time it has to do with the lower hock joints (distal intertarsal and tarsometatarsal joints), which are lower-motion joints having boney changes over time (osteoarthritis), essentially removing the cartilage, joint capsule and synovial fluid that was the space considered the joint, and eventually is bone-on-bone. A normal joint is lubricated by synovial fluid, much like grease around ball bearings; if damage occurs, the synovial fluid thins out and becomes less protective, causing synovitis, and can lead to degenerative changes within the joint.

While the process of fusion is painful for the horse, once completely fused, this is non-painful and results in a sound horse. The hocks will be completely functional after they are

fused. Techniques are used to speed up the process, such as intraarticular infusion of substances to create cartilage destruction, along with surgical techniques. To maintain the pain while fusion is occurring, hocks may be injected with a variety of medications.

Substances that help maintain a proper joint environment include Sodium Hyaluronate or hyaluronic acid (HA), which helps restore the function of naturallyoccurring HA and adds lubrication within the joint. Corticosteriods are used when the diagnosis is noninfectious in nature.

Corticosteroids are commonly used in conjunction with HA and offer pain relief and anti-inflammatory effects in situations such as osteoarthritis. The last substance that is usually injected is a small amount of antibiotic. Although the risk of infection for intra-articular injections is rare with proper aseptic technique, even under the best of

conditions, there are always risks of infection following a joint injection.

If the horse is sound enough to be under saddle during the fusing process, light riding will keep the horse fit and help speed the fusing process.

Polysulfated Glycosaminoglycan This is a naturally-occurring molecule that is the essential building block of cartilage matrix. This product, when given intramuscularly, travels into injured joints and stimulates production of new cartilage, while relieving the symptoms of non-infectious, degenerative joint disease.

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Hyaluronate Sodium When given intravenously, it travels to the joint capsules in the body, attaching to the antiinflammatory receptors on the blood vessel side of the joint capsule. It can also be injected intra-articularly (into the joint) where it acts as a lubricant.

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bits & pieces QUICK TIPS riding tips from top trainers

Training Pointers With Kendra Owen-Riley

Q:

I recently purchased a gorgeous, threeyear-old gelding! I can’t wait to ride him, but what basics should I make sure he and I have in place before I begin to ride him?

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One of the first things a young horse should learn is acceptance of the equipment that will be put on him.

tance of the equipment that will be put on him for training purposes. Acceptance is harder to teach because you are now asking the horse for more focus on his task. His task will be to carry a rider around on his back for years to come and recognize that your touch, your feel, your voice, and your directive through the aids are the things he needs to respect and respond to readily.

With acceptance comes the introduction to the aids. When working on acceptance of an aid, be aware that a good horse learns through consistency, repetition, and respect. Pulling harder on his mouth and kicking harder with your leg and eventually getting a confused, heavy, and inconsistent flexion and “quickly give so this person stops yanking on me” response from your horse means that he learned nothing.

Make sure that any work you put into your horse is done in an effective manner.

Useless time wandering around your property or riding area while your horse sightsees and has his head up and ears pricked forward on something in the

distance means he is not aware of his rider, is not prepared to respond to you if you want to signal him, and is certainly not learning anything except how to ignore his rider. It’s important that you do not fall into the lazy contentment of riding three or so circles in a so-so fashion, and then rewarding your horse with a pat on the neck and a big jaunt down the trail.

Slow and steady wins the race. Just look at the story about the tortoise and the hare.

KENDRA OWENRILEY has been a professional horse trainer for 22 years, judge for 17 years, and an AQHA Professional Horsewoman for 15 years. She sought out apprenticeships and instruction from respected members of the equine community.

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Think of teaching your young horse like you are building a house that you want to last for years.

Laying a good foundation for any riding horse for any discipline is mandatory. If not, I can assure you any missed steps along the way in your horse’s training will come back to haunt you. This is spoken from experience and often “inheriting” someone else’s completely incomplete horse to retrain.

The very first thing a young horse will need to learn is respect. Respect for your personal space, respect for signals and commands, and respect for the fact that you are his leader, and as his leader, you will not lead him into danger. The first thing I establish with any horse I handle is, “Whoa.” Whoa means: Stop moving all four feet, settle yourself into a balanced frame, and wait for me to signal you for what I want you to do next. Often, I see people use the word “whoa” to subtly slow their horse down or uselessly yell at it in a high-pitched voice across an arena or field…these are good examples of what not to do when you are laying a foundation for your horse.

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Hunter/Jumper Pointers With Callan Solem

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How should I prepare my horse for jumping combinations, and how should I ride them best?

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sifting through all three parts. Just encourage the horse to be safe and stay in a balanced rhythm so that he jumps out of a good balance. The hardest part of the combination is landing and the horse getting back on his feet and balanced once again.

As riders, when we can recover our balance quickly, it only helps our horses. You do not continue to close your hip angle at each portion of the combination. Every time you land, you return back to the position you were in at the take-off in front of A. It helps encourage your horse to get back into an uphill balance. When they jump in an uphill balance they can get over the back of an oxer more easily without being quick to it.

Being straight and being rhythmical are incredibly important when teaching horses combinations. I never try to make them sharp or make the combi-

nations tricky, even with the most experienced Grand Prix horses. The most important thing is that they are confident and they jump each fence as they are getting to it. The more we can incorporate that into flatwork and in jumping small combinations, the more confident the horses will become.

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In show jumping, the “combination” is an incredibly important part of every course. As you prepare yourself, and your horse, for meeting these tests, I have a few tips to help you meet any combination you might come across along the way.

I like to start schooling with a small vertical-vertical, two-stride at a comfortable 3' 3'', though you can start at a lower height if you feel it’s necessary.

The most important part of this exercise is that you don’t go on to the next step until the horse is relaxed and cantering through bravely, calmly and rhythmically. That can happen in 15 minutes the first day, or you may need to incorporate the two-stride into your flatwork every day for two weeks, depending on your horse’s experience.

Once the horse is getting the footfalls of the first exercise down pat, I would add some kind of skill at the second jump, maybe a wall or a rollback. If you think your horse is not that brave, you can start by just jumping the second part until the horse is hopping over that nicely, building up to cantering that same two-stride easily. Then, you can add an additional skill to the first jump so that it is a little roll top to a little wall, and just get comfortable cantering over that.

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Most importantly, listen to your horses and let them tell you what they are ready to do. Slamming discipline down a horse’s throat just to get him into the ring is not a productive approach. During a round, as horse and rider turn to the triple combination, problems can arise. You and your horse can be gradually shrinking and become paralyzed in the canter while

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Reining Pointers

With Steve Kutie of Kutie Performance Horses

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I am a novice rider and want to purchase a reining horse on a shoe string budget. I’m getting all sorts of advice from friends, but I’m not sure if I should purchase a green horse or a finished horse.

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Be sure to watch the horse being shown by the current owner. Trainers make their living by keeping the not so perfect show horse going run after run. The biggest problem with buying a show horse is that they may be “ring sour” or “show smart.” They ride well at home or at the trainers’ barn, but new issues crop up in the warm up pen and show ring.

Don’t be pressured into buying a horse that you wouldn’t want to own for the rest of your life. Try to find a horse that hasn’t been over shown, but is finished enough to go to the show pen without spending extra money on more training. We all want instant gratification, but buying a green horse just because he is cheaper at the start will cost just as much as the higher priced horse when you factor in additional training, hauling, and entry fees to get the horse seasoned.

And, be sure to enjoy the search for the perfect new horse. You have a chance to ride new horses and get to take a sneak peek into the training programs of some of the successful trainers and non-pros that you have

seen in the show pen. The bonus is that you will learn more about yourself and your riding abilities the more horses you get to try out.

Spending the time and effort to research your perfect horse will make you confident in your purchase.

A good minded, well broke, willing show horse will always be a good investment.

STEVE KUTIE began training dressage horses in Ohio, in addition to coaching riders in a variety of English and western events.

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Looking for the perfect non-pro reiner can be a daunting task if you are not properly prepared. First, create a prepurchase checklist and rank it in order of importance. Include conformation, mind, ability, pedigree, looks, and color.

Be sure to buy based on skill and ability, not on color, looks or pedigree alone. Looks are important, but I would rather ride a horse that is a little plain looking and full of talent and ability than a pretty horse that can’t get out of his/her own way. Look for a goodminded horse that wants to stop. A rule that I always remember is that you buy the stop, the rest you can train.

Avoid horses that are bad minded, pin their ears, or ring their tails. These are all signs that the horse is hurting or dislikes his/her job.

When it comes to conformation, look for straight legs, short backs, low hocks, low heads/necks and a clean throatlatch. Also, look for a horse that moves smoothly and pretty while loping. These are all attributes that a horse is born with and can’t be changed. Conformation is important when looking at the longevity of your prospect. Having the horse vetted with a prepurchase exam will help ease your mind. Horses are like people, they all have a little something wrong, so don’t pass on the near perfect horse just because of a small problem. Consult with your veterinarian to see if the issue is something that can be easily maintained.

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Family Affair MOTHER-DAUGHTER COMBINED DRIVERS NIFTY AND JAN JAN HAMILTON MAKE A TOUGH TEAM TO BEAT

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The Hamilton family of Alva, FL—mom, Nifty; dad, Bus; and daughter, Jan Jan—have had horses since Jan Jan was eight years old.

But, what started as a recreational hobby has turned into a family passion for the sport of combined driving, bringing these dedicated athletes all the way from novice drivers to USEF short listed contenders.

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Jan Jan, Ron and Desi in the marathon at Southern Pines CDE in North Carolina.

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Nifty, Bus and Nick compete at Live Oak in Ocala, FL.

The Hamilton family makes their living through owning a marina; they often spent summers on their boat when Jan Jan was younger. The family got into driving quite by accident, and ironically enough, it was indirectly due to the marina that they got a notion to try it. “One summer, while cruising on our boat, we found a carriage at an estate sale in New York,” says Jan Jan. “We thought it would make a nice sign for our marina. So, the owner shipped it to us, and once it got home, we decided it was way too nice for a sign.”

Without any background in driving, Bus, Nifty and Jan Jan hitched the new carriage to Jan Jan’s Welsh cross pony.

“We would not recommend this green horse/green driver combination,” says Jan Jan. “We had a lot of mishaps. It is a miracle we are still here.”

Despite this inauspicious beginning, the family was hooked. “We got an idea that we wanted to drive a pair, just down the road,” says Jan Jan. So, the family went to Iowa and purchased two green broke, two-year-old Amish Morgans, Desi and Nick. “They had had 75 days of training, but they were still quite rough around the edges,” says Jan Jan. Driving the pair proved to be quite an adventure, but the family stuck with it and soon entered some combined driving events. “I drove the pair for a while,” says Nifty. “But, we soon decided to make it a family event, and we split the pair apart so that Jan Jan and I could each drive a single.”

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six seasons of competition: one year at the Training Level, one year at the Preliminary Level, two years at Intermediate, and most recently, two years at Advanced. Both teams were named to the USEF long list over the winter of 2012; their names now appear on the short list of drivers eligible for selection to compete at the World Championships for Individual Drivers to be held in Portugal in September of 2012. As of press time, Nifty was ranked sixth and Jan Jan eighth.

All in the Family Lofty competitive aspirations were never part of the initial plan when the Hamiltons entered the sport of combined driving. Instead, it was an opportunity to spend time together as a family.

“It is an amazing, fun sport to do as a family,” says Nifty.

“Now that we compete at the Advanced Level, we often need to be at the shows from Wednesday through Sunday. It is really important to have a team to work with. There is a lot of strategy involved, and it’s important for safety, too.”

Nifty credits her husband, Bus, for having an immense amount of enthusiasm for the sport. “Our shop used to be full of dinghies, dories and skiffs, but now it is all carriages,” says Nifty. Bus loves all types of carriages and takes great care maintaining them. Though he does not drive, Bus is Nifty’s groom during the dressage and cones phases and serves as her navigator during the marathon. “One of the navigator’s most important jobs is to keep the carriage upright and to keep track of the time and position on course,” says Nifty.

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Name: JAO Desperado Barn Name: Desi Vital Stats: 10-year-old, 15-hand, bay Morgan gelding Driver: Jan Jan Hamilton Funny Quirks: “He thinks he’s a stallion,” says Desi’s driver, Jan Jan Hamilton. “He is so bossy.”

Jan Jan says he also has a big personality. “He likes to come up onto the porch of our house. He also used to chase his tail like a dog.”

Signature Move/Phase: Marathon. “He has lots of heart,” says Jan Jan. Nifty originally gave Jan Jan Desi to drive, because he was so much steadier than Nick. However, as his love for marathon increased, so have his energy and speed.

Name: Battersea Rodney Barn Name: Nick Vital Stats: 10-year-old, 15-hand, dark bay Morgan gelding Driver: Nifty Hamilton Funny Quirks: “Nick is really quite lazy,” says his driver, Nifty Hamilton. “If he were a person, I think he would prefer to be on the couch eating potato chips.”

Nifty describes Nick’s personality as being a bit academic, always questioning and always wanting to learn.

Signature Move/Phase: Cones.

“We have really concentrated on the cones; he has learned to go fast when he has to and is quite accurate too,” says Nifty. “He has become a really easy horse to drive.”

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Included as part of the Hamilton driving family is Jan Jan’s groom/navigator, Ron Barnett. Jan Jan initially was working with a younger girl close to her own age, but after a scary rollover accident while competing at the Preliminary Level, it became clear that someone bigger, stronger and quicker was needed. “Ron is a terrific navigator and team member and really has become an important part of our family,” says Jan Jan. The entire Hamilton driving team lives in a camper together at the competitions, sharing every facet of preparation. “I really like the family aspect of this sport, too,” says Jan Jan. “I have basically grown up for the past several years doing this every other weekend with my parents.”

For Jan Jan, the entire combined driving community is like a family.

“People who do this sport are really wonderful,” she says. “There is a very helpful, friendly, and caring atmosphere at events. Everyone knows everyone, and if you see someone new competing, you don’t hesitate to go and introduce yourself.”

But, what is the family dynamic really like at a competition, with mother and daughter driving against one another?

“We are all pretty competitive, but we are one team,” says Nifty. “Jan Jan and I have competed against each other since Training Level. So, if I won, she won, and if she won, I won. My horse is better at dressage; hers is really good at marathon. When you look at the final results, we are usually quite close to one

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Day to Day Despite their great success in the sport of combined driving, the Hamiltons are somewhat surprised to find themselves at this point. “We bought [the Morgans] just to drive,” says Nifty. “Desi looked like a mini Friesian—he was the cutest horse that was for sale in the barn, so we bought him. Nick was nice and sweet, so we bought him. We didn’t really look at anything else. We were just looking to drive a pair in the park; then we discovered this sport, and we have worked hard to get where we are.”

The training schedule for the Morgans has changed as the teams have progressed through the levels, but both horses are ridden and driven during a typical week. “We work on their

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Jan Jan spends some quality time with Nick and Desi.

dressage under saddle, in addition to driving them two times per week down the road,” says Nifty. “We do lots of transitions to try to help get their backs strong and engaged. We compete against people who live in areas with great terrain for conditioning, but here it is relatively flat, so we have to make up for that.”

The horses are schooled in harness in dressage and cones at least once per week. Here again, the family dynamic comes into play, as Bus takes on the responsibility of changing around the cones course regularly. “We leave the cones set up, but Bus only lets us practice a course a few times before he changes it,” says Nifty. “This keeps us driving new options and routes.”

Jan Jan has had the added challenge of completing her driving preparations while managing her schoolwork. “It has been a challenge at times trying to balance schoolwork,” says Jan Jan. “We are on the road a lot, and leaving Tuesday or Wednesday means that I miss a lot of classes.” Jan Jan attended a private school, which allowed more leniency with the missed days, but at the same time, this meant that it was more difficult to make up missed work. Again, the family’s team attitude toward the sport has come into play.

“I have helped her with the day-to-day fitness work with her horse when school has been too demanding,” says Nifty.

“But, all of the dressage, marathon and cones training was done by Jan Jan.” However, when Jan Jan won the fitness award at the Live Oak International CDE this year, she said that she had to share it with her mother.

Future Plans This past winter presented an amazing opportunity for the Hamiltons, who, as members of the short list, were able to work with the United States team coach, Michael Freund of Germany. “It was amazing to train with him,” says Nifty. “We learned so much more in three months with him than in all the past years combined.”

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Though the team for World Championships won’t be announced until three weeks before the competition, the Hamiltons have other exciting changes to look forward to.

Jan Jan will be leaving sunny Florida to attend the University of New Hampshire in Durham this fall; she is currently planning to study Biomedical Science/PreVet. Of all of their accomplishments in the sport, each of the drivers says that they are most proud of the connection that they have created with their horses. “Jan Jan has the most unbelievable bond with her horse,” says Nifty. “If you see them together in marathon, it is as smooth as anything.

They just have a great connection in the barn and at competitions.”

“I am so proud of my horse,” says Jan Jan. “He has so much personality; he is just like a person. He is so willing, has so much heart, and he has such a great time on marathon. It makes me like the sport even more.”

“We will never sell these two horses because we love them too much,” says Nifty. “The Morgan is an amazing horse for this sport. They have so much heart, and they are athletic, agile, and totally sound. Our horses have given us almost everything they have to get to this point.”

Looking forward, Nifty says that she might consider taking all that she has learned about training for combined driving and starting the process over. “I would like to get a great-moving young horse and bring it up through the levels again,” says Nifty, adding that she has enjoyed the process of bringing a horse along so much that she doesn’t think she would enjoy driving a horse someone else had fully trained.

Final Thoughts The Hamilton ladies’ rise to the top of the sport of combined driving took a combination of hard work, commitment and luck. But, it cannot be denied that the fact that the entire family became involved and embraced the sport also has played a critical role. “It has been a wonderful, amazing childhood adventure,” says Jan Jan. “Our horses have taught us, and we have taught them,” says Nifty. “We really owe a lot to them.”

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Lofty competitive aspirations were never part of the initial plan when the Hamiltons entered the sport of combined driving.

Instead, it was an opportunity to spend time together as a family.

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Arabian Insights A Conversation with Influential Women of the Arabian Industry

BY JENNIFER ROBERTS

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e sat down this month with a few of the leading ladies in the Arabian industry, the real â&#x20AC;&#x153;movers and shakersâ&#x20AC;? per se. They shared with us their motivations for the work they do as well as their hopes for the breed as a whole. It was apparent while talking with each and every one of them that their love of the Arabian horse far outweighs their competitive drive. For them, the Arabian is more than a show horse or a part of their occupation, it is a consuming passion and their first love.

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ships to bring in more money at our large shows to keep people from going to other breeds. I think we need to develop another program like the Sweepstakes program to encourage people to want to show. My clients used to go to at least three Regionals a year. They wanted to go to try and win Sweepstakes money. If they did well, they would receive their money just a few months after the show and many times it was justification for them to show at U.S. and Canadian Nationals.

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Wendy Potts

Trainer at the Brass ring, Multiple arabian Professional & amateur Horseman’s association (aPaHa) Hunter/Show Hack Trainer of the Year ---------------------

I would say that my influence on the Arabian industry has mostly been in the Hunter Pleasure division. I grew up riding Arabians in the hunters when the only classes offered at the National level were over fences. When they added the Hunter Pleasure division in 1985 it was only natural for me to move into that division. Through the years the hunter classes have evolved from horses that just couldn’t make it English or western, to those that are actually being bred for that division. The hunter classes are usually some of the largest and most competitive at shows. I definitely have a certain “type” of hunter horse that I am attracted to. Many people say that my horses have a certain “look” to them. I have developed a training method where I feel like my horses have a very balanced, soft and free moving frame. Hopefully they look happy doing it because I love my horses and really care about their well being.

Her Love

My first horse was an Arabian. My mom grew up taking lessons at a Saddlebred barn, but at the time, nice Saddlebreds were really expensive. She met a friend in college that introduced her to Arabians. For me it was natural to choose Arabians as the breed I most loved.

--The industry has changed in many ways since I was a kid. I grew up in the “Lasma” era before the tax laws changed. At that time there were many Arabian auctions where horses were selling for millions of dollars. By the time I started training professionally in the late 80s the horse economy was fairly depressed. Although the Sweepstakes program had kicked in and the horse shows were still well attended, horses’ dollar amounts had dropped drastically. Now that the Sweepstakes program has been cut so dramatically, there has been a big rise in Amateur horses.

Another big change has been the separation of the halter and performance divisions. When I was a kid, many horses won National Championships in both halter and performance. Most trainers showed in both divisions as well. Nobody missed watching the National Champion Halter Stallion or Mare class, nor did anyone miss the National Champion English or western class. The shows were all well attended from a spectator standpoint.

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Her Aspirations

I would like to see more people brought into the Arabian industry. I would like to see more corporate sponsor-

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Cindy Clinton

Show Manager of national Show Horse Finals, region 14 Championships and The Buckeye Sweepstakes ---------------------

Her History

I became involved in the Arabian industry when I went to work in 1980 running the office for my dad, Jim Clinton. He and Vicki Humphrey ran a very large Arabian

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and Half-Arabian breeding farm and training facility. He also had a construction company that I did the office work for. He went on to be the largest National Show Horse (NSH) breeder in the country, and Vicki is still one the top trainers in the industry. Within a few years I was getting involved with the local clubs in order to get NSH classes put in the shows. I later went on to volunteer at the shows. I started in the barn office, went on to manage the shows and participate at the Arabian Horse Association (AHA) conventions as a delegate.

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Her Insight

Her Hopes

The changes I feel must be made in order for us to succeed is to recognize who our customers are or need to be. We need to realize that if the amateur owner/ exhibitor is not happy and having fun, we will not be here in another 10 to 20 years. We need to find out what will make people want to breed their horses again.

People seem to think it is prize money, I don’t. I think they need to feel like they are breeding a superior animal and be recognized for it, not because of who is leading or riding it. We must make the customer feel like it is a level playing field and that they can compete. I think the select classes have proven that. We need to be honest with the owners and exhibitors and remember at all times who pays the bills. We need to make local shows fun and not marathons, and find a way to give the new people a way to compete successfully without scaring them off before they even get started.

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Her Impact

I would like to think that I have given our members and our exhibitors someone that they can talk to and give their opinions to. I might not have been able to give them what they want, and I don’t always agree, but I have and will fight for what I feel is right and answer their questions if I can.

Beth Thomas

Trainer/Co-owner at Stone Hollow Sport Horses ---------------------

Her Introduction

After a lifetime of riding open hunters, I found myself working with Thoroughbreds and other open hunters at a local farm in Pennsylvania. When the owner of the farm moved in 1997, I found a job with an Arabian breeder in Johnstown, PA. I always liked Arabians and

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admired their brain, so when the owner was willing to let me jump her horses, I was hooked! One of the first Arabians that I met at this farm was Angelica Bay, who later went on to be national and regional champion with my daughter, Caitlyn.

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Her Experience

Through my stint in the Arabian industry, I have seen the growth of the sport horse divisions. In my opinion, this has led to a higher involvement of amateurs showing and handling their own horses. Sadly, the shows have gotten much smaller, mostly due to the economy; the exciting part of this is that quality has remained high through this decline. We find that even the small shows are very competitive.

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Her Perspective

I would like to see the Arabian Horse Association, the breeders, various shows, and exhibitors give the sport horses the respect they are due. I would love if more people understood the value of these good representatives of the breed…they are every bit as important as the main ring horses. Arabians in every discipline are athletes in their own right and deserve recognition.

I would also like the powers that be to do more research and thought about slaughter, rescue, and unwanted horses and give those that have been working so hard to do what they can some respect and to hear what they are saying. That is very important, no matter what the breed and is probably the biggest issue in the horse industry today.

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Her Influence

My biggest influence on the breed has been the opportunity to introduce others to the Arabian and encourage their participation and ownership of one. I like to think my horses set good examples of what a well handled, trained, presented, and ridden Arabian can do and the kindness, willingness, and great work ethic they have.

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The industry has changed a lot since the early 1980s— tax laws, sales, prices of horses, breeding programs, and horse shows. I think the Internet has been one of the biggest changes for the industry. I often wonder if it has helped or hurt us. Now, we don’t even have to go to a horse show or a breeding farm to look at prospects, we can watch or purchase a horse on the Internet without even leaving our living room. Whether this is good or bad I don’t know, but what I do know is that we must stay on top of the changes in order to not be left behind.

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If you and your horse are feeling ring sour, or it’s time for a new challenge, how does rushing up a field, dangling off your horse, wielding a racquet, and trying to pass and catch a ball at a gallop sound to you?

Modern day polocrosse—or “horse lacrosse,” as some people like to call it—originated in australia, which means it is sure to be a few things: daring, fast-paced, and a whole lot of fun with friends. all you need is a stick, a ball, a horse, and two friends to get started—and anyone can play, even those who are just starting to ride.

“There are many people that pick it up and start as an adult. From what I find, with adults and kids, even if you’re just starting to learn how to ride, you’re having fun trying to catch, pick up, and bounce a ball, and without even knowing it, you’re learning how to balance…it helps people become better riders. adults pick it up very quickly, and we have every level. If you want to do Walk-Trot, there’s a division for you at every tournament. There are also parents playing on the same team as their kids,” says ryan Murphy, who has played in numerous polocrosse World cups and is the chief Umpire of the american polocrosse association (apa). so what exactly is polocrosse? “I call it lacrosse on horseback because there aren’t too many qualities that are the same as polo,” says sally Batton, former international polocrosse player, coach of the dartmouth college polocrosse Team, and author of the book, Polocrosse: Australian Made, Internationally Played. “a lot of people describe it as a mix of polo and lacrosse, but it’s really much more similar to lacrosse as far as the actual game. It’s played on a field that is just about half the size of a polo field—regulation size is 160 yards long by 60 yards wide.” a polocrosse field is divided up into three areas. There’s 70

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a goal-scoring line that’s 30 yards out from each end, and there’s a center area that is 100 yards in length. There are goal posts set eight feet apart within each scoring area, with an 11-yard semicircle in front of the goal. The ball must be thrown from outside the semicircle, through the posts to score a goal. a game is divided up by chukkas—six- or eight-minute periods—whereas in polo they’re called chukkers. “I think because that’s how the australians say it,” laughs Batton.

Most games have four or six chukkas, according to the american polocrosse associatiom. a team is made up of six players, with two sections of three. “each section of three goes on the field for a chukka, and then they come off and the other section of three goes on, so they can rest,” says Batton. Because of this, only one horse is needed, as opposed to the string of ponies needed in polo, making polocrosse much more affordable and earning the sport the nickname, “the king of one-horse sports.” player positions consist of ones, twos and threes. a “one” is the offensive player. They are the only players allowed to score goals and the only ones allowed in the opposing team’s defensive area. a “two” is the midfield and can play offense and defense. and the “three” is the defenseman.

If you’re afraid polocrosse sounds dangerous, you may be surprised. “In my opinion, it’s much safer than a crosscountry course or even a jumper course. It’s pretty rare that a horse gets injured from being bumped…although it might look a little scary,” explains Murphy. “and all the rules are based on safety. you can only swing upwards at other people’s racquets. [Umpires] can give a free goal for someone swinging wild.”

Batton agrees, saying, “In every game there’s at least one umpire, sometimes two, and they are all trained and they have to go through an umpire certification program, so they really need to know the rules. and they are polocrosse players themselves, so they’re familiar with the sport and any kind of thing that could lead to a dangerous situation, such as crossing the [goal] line with the ball, are really watched carefully and stopped before they happen.

“The fact that you have horses galloping and you have six horses on the field at one time—it is more dangerous than going out and riding around by yourself with no one else in

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Weekend tournaments have divisions for every level of players.

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the arena, but the rules of the sport and the APA work as hard as they can to make it as safe as they can.”

There is safety gear for both horse and rider as well. Four polo wraps or sports medicine boots and four bell boots are required for the horses. You also cannot use any bit that protrudes, and the horses’ tails are usually braided so that racquets can’t get caught in either. Riders must wear a helmet that’s ASTM/SEI approved, and it’s optional to wear a facemask and/or kneepads. Plus, the ball is made of foam covered with rubber, so it doesn’t hurt if horse or rider gets hit.

Due in part that it’s conducive to riders of all levels, relatively safe, and a team sport, polocrosse is also very family-friendly. “I enjoy the family aspect—I’ve been able to play with my dad, my sister has been on World Cup teams, and my mom breeds Australian stock horses (which are heavily used in the sport),” says Murphy. “And it’s all very affordable. A weekend entry to a tournament ranges from $50-75, and that includes a Saturday night meal.”

Even if not played with family, many participants enjoy the camaraderie that isn’t found in most equestrian sports. “I had never played a team sport in my whole life, so I really love that whole aspect. And I think it’s a great horse activity… you’re having fun with your horse, working on your racquet skills, and having fun with your teammates,” says Batton.

Not sure where to start? The United States Pony Club offers polocrosse, and it is the biggest feeder organization into the APA, according to both Murphy and Batton. For those that aren’t Pony Club members, “Make contact with the APA. You can find local clubs there. Hopefully you can find one nearby, but if not, there are people that are very willing to travel. If you get a group of 10 together, you can do a starter clinic. And the local clubs will just invite you to practice and let you ride on their horses—everyone’s very welcoming,” says Murphy.

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There are many safety equipment requirements and options for riders and horses.

The sport is still relatively small in the U.S., with just 450 players, many of whom are Pony Clubbers located on the East Coast. If there isn’t a club in your area yet, fear not. “In the last year we’ve increased by 40 players, and I think it’s going to grow exponentially…I really see us in the beginning of a growth spurt,” says Murphy.

Once you’ve found a club and learned the basics, you can start to compete. “Every level can play on weekends. It goes from A-grade down to F-grade—those are the brand new beginners,” says Murphy.

A player can move up grades within a club, or together as a club, and any team can attend nationals. If you decide you really want to be competitive, there are traveling tours and even World Cup contests. For those that want to reach the top level, Murphy offers his advice: “Be seen, take coaching, and just have good character. If you really want to take it to the next level, it requires riding lessons, learning how to get used to riding different horses, and spending a lot of time throwing the ball against the wall and practicing with your racquet.”

Like any other team sport, polocrosse has its challenges.

“You’re playing with other people, so you have to manage [your emotions]. You have to stay positive. There are going to be calls against you—keeping a cool head is one of the biggest challenges, and so is being able to play as a team and managing your teammates—because some may have fragile egos and some may not play well with others, but it requires so much teamwork,” says Murphy.

“When you’re running with the ball, you’re not just running alone down the field. There are three other people trying to get that ball out of your racquet and keep your progress from getting down the field. So you not only have to use your riding ability and your athletic ability, but you have to use your mental abilities to think ahead and get the job done that way,” adds Batton.

But as our experts tell you, for each challenge there’s an even bigger reward. “It’s really quite exhilarating because I could gallop down the field, and I could play strategically. It’s awesome to play, and the camaraderie and friendships are too,” says Batton.

“You’re basically just letting it all out there on the field.

You’re playing as hard as you can in that eight minutes of time, and it’s an adrenaline rush when you score. After every goal you trot back to the lineup and you’re clicking racquets with your teammates…it’s the thrill of the hunt—that ball is out there and if you A clinic is a great don’t have it, you’ve got to get it,” place to start for concludes Murphy. beginners wanting to

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With just days to go until equestrian competition at the 2012 London Olympics gets underway, if you had to choose only one rider to watch for the duration of the event, it should probably be McLain Ward. With the Games well within his sights this past winter, the unimaginable happened— Ward shattered his kneecap in January, just months away from the scheduled selection trials for the U.S. Show Jumping Team, on March 21-24.

Fast forward from that fateful day, and Ward’s life has looked a bit like

a soap opera—having been named to the United States Equestrian Federation Show Jumping Long List even after being sidelined; coming back to win the first two grand prix he entered; retiring his decade-long partner; and winning the second of three selection trials, before finally being named to the U.S. team.

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EJ: Was this the worst injury that you’ve ever had?

MW: It was by far the worst injury that I’ve ever had. I broke my collarbone once, but that was pretty minor. This was pretty significant.

EJ: How did you come back from your injury, in terms of mental and physical preparedness, and essentially pick back up from where you left off?

MW: I think it starts with the people around me, and the horses are top international athletes. The rest probably didn’t do [Antares] any harm either. I have great people at home riding and taking care of these horses, so other than probably getting his jumping fitness back, he was pretty ready to go.

For myself, we tried to do everything we could to be ready, considering the situation as far as my fitness goes, and mentally went through it as much as possible so that I was as prepared as possible under the circumstances.

Certainly there’s some anxiety and some unknown but you’ve got to trust what you’ve always done. And, I was pretty lucky, I actually didn’t feel that out of sync once I started showing.

McLain with his father, Barney Ward, at The Ridge in Wellington, FL.

EJ: How is your knee feeling now?

MW: It doesn’t feel great. It hurts a little more than it used to.

It’s certainly going through that healing process still. But every week it gets a bit better and it’s certainly functioning well enough. I wouldn’t say it’s 100%, but it’s just going to keep improving, and I think by the end of the summer, or worst case by the end of the year, it’ll pretty much be back to normal.

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EJ: Can you walk us through Sapphire’s retirement at the Devon Horse Show?

MW: We decided to retire her—we made an attempt to bring her back for the Olympic Games this year, and it wasn’t anything major, but the horse just wasn’t 100% ready to go and we were running out of time. I just felt that if we weren’t going to bring her back for the Olympics then we weren’t going to bring her back. So we made the decision. Sure it’s a little bittersweet—I spent the last decade with this horse going all over the world, and she’s my best friend, really, but it’s not a sad story by any means, it’s a great story and I was lucky enough to get the chance to ride her for the last 10 years. And, the retirement—Devon is a place where she’s had some great successes, and in my opinion, it has the best crowd in American show jumping. I just thought it was the right place to do it, and it was a really nice event.

EJ: Who do you have coming up the ranks to replace Sapphire, and what will you miss the most about her?

MW: What I’ll miss the most about her is her reliability—she really never let you down. [I] always knew going into any big competition that [I] had a very good chance to win and a really bad day was going to be one down, and that certainly was a very nice way to spend the last 10 years.

For prospects, we obviously have Antares who’s been doing great…and I think is in very good form. And, we have two very special young horses coming up. One is called Zander, who actually won the first grand prix that he did at Old Salem. He’s eight years old. And, we have a seven-year-

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EJ: Do you have any advice for young, aspiring riders, particularly ones that are coming off of an injury?

MW: I would say avoid getting injured! It really is a nightmare.

Unfortunately, there is risk in our sport and it’s going to happen. I think you just have to believe that it will get better and it really helps if you have some good people around you to help support you.

As far as general advice, the old line is to keep working hard and learn from good people. I think in the modern world of sports you also have to learn people skills. You’re only as good as your horse and you only get a good horse if you learn how to get along with people and produce sponsors. I think you could be the most talented rider in the world and if you don’t have the ability to run a successful business and to be able to sell yourself to the public, you’re probably not going to get very far. And, I think that’s in any sport now—you see it more and more. You have to be a multi-talented person and really have to learn to deal with people and to understand that sponsors and backing come from your ability to interact with people who are interested in the sport.

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« McLain with student Katie Dinan before the jump-off of the $100,000 Wellington Fidelity Investment Grand Prix.

With wife Lauren at the International Polo Club in 2008.

old mare named Emma. I’m really banking on the future with both of those horses.

EJ: Would you rather be riding or training?

MW: I like riding. And, I enjoy teaching a particularly talented student. General day to day teaching, some people have a love for. It’s not my love. I enjoy working with a particular level of student, where it’s exciting for me. But I love riding, and if I’m really honest, I love competing. There’s a lot of talk that you’re supposed to say that you love the journey as much as the destination. I practice really hard so I can win when I get in the ring. I love to compete and I love to really put it on the line, and that’s what my greatest pleasure is.

EJ: At what point did you decide that this is what you wanted to do?

MW: I don’t remember not planning on doing this. So pretty early.

EJ: In all of your international travels, where has been your favorite place to visit, and where has been your favorite place to compete?

MW: My favorite place to go for sure is Rome. It’s an incredible city—the show is right in the middle of the city’s center and I think it’s a great atmosphere. For me, the best show in the world is Aachen. It’s like no other place.

EJ: If you could dabble in another discipline, what would it be?

MW: I would probably give up horses if I had to do another discipline. I love show jumping. I’m not great on the flat and I’m not brave enough to do three-day eventing, so it probably wouldn’t work out too well for me.

EJ: If you weren’t a professional rider, what would you do?

MW: If I wasn’t a rider I would build houses. I like houses—I could buy and sell. We do some small real estate in Florida and I enjoy that and redoing them. I would probably do something along those lines, probably on a little larger scale.

Riding Oh D’Eole in the $25,000 Suncast 1.50m Championship Jumper Classic at the 2011 Winter Equestrian Festival.

EJ: Where do you see yourself four years from now—is another Olympics in the cards?

MW: I hope there’s a few more. I love what I do and if anything good has come out of the past four or five months being hurt, I would say it’s a real appreciation for this. It’s what I love to do every day. I really believe in the two young horses coming up and I think they’re going to be Olympic contenders in four years, but right now I’m worried about this Olympics.

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MW: I think the greatest life lesson that the horse industry teaches you is resilience. It’s a challenge working with another living animal, and there are good days and bad days, and there are frustrating days. And, it’s by no means simple. I think you have to learn to keep coming back to work the next day and try to figure it out and find a solution, and to continue to improve. I think people who make it to the top of the sport typically have a pretty resilient character, for good or bad.

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TRAVEL

home of the morgan grand national ➜ Oklahoma City, Oklahoma

By Pamela mansfield

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Sampling the unique flavor and ambiance of oklahoma City and the West while at the morgan grand nationals is easy for busy competitors and their fans. this year, the event will be held october 6-13, and just outside the show grounds are restaurants, overnight accommodations, shopping, and entertainment. a little further out you can take an evening stroll and canal ride through the historic Bricktown entertainment District. Stockyards City, just minutes from town, is the place to experience cowboy culture against a backdrop of live cattle auctions and local crafts. from penn Square mall to the paseo arts District and famous western wear stores, there is shopping for every taste. if you’re looking for a unique learning or cultural experience, the area is rich in history and art.

We asked trainer, judge, and exhibitor, Chris Cassenti of Chrislar farm in rowley, ma, to share some of her favorite places to go when she attends the grand nationals, and we’ve found a few other spots to mention here as well. Chris has been going to oKC for the grand nationals since 1979 and notes that, inside the show grounds, there is plenty going on, too, with

The Trail of Tears Statue at the National Cowboy and Western Heritage Museum.

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many vendor stalls where you can shop, and places to grab a quick bite to eat, as well as a café for breakfast and lunch.

But, once outside the show, make a plan to enjoy OKC!

Dining Sampler • Cattlemen’s Steakhouse dates back to 1910 and has all the authentic ambiance and flavor a visitor to Stockyards City could want. Steak is on the menu for breakfast, lunch, and dinner.

• Bricktown Brewery features handcrafted beers with names like Old King Kolsh and the belief that “life tastes better with bacon,” and indeed, it is featured in many of their dishes.

• Trappers Fish Lodge and Grill has a backwoods fishing lodge atmosphere and the reputation for being the “Horsemen’s and Horsewomen’s Headquarters”—plus, it’s very close to the show grounds.

• Hefner Grill and Mama Roja both offer great food and a wonderful atmosphere overlooking Lake Hefner, one of the best sailing lakes in the midwest. They are super places to relax and spend an evening away from the show facilities.

Museum Sampler • American Banjo Museum in the Bricktown Arts and Entertainment district is a great daytime escape to see The excitement of this year’s Morgan Grand National will take place October 6-13 in Oklahoma City.

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a huge collection and hear some pickin’ if your timing is right.

• The National Cowboy and Western Heritage Museum is a must-see for “anyone interested in the Old West, Wild West, famous cowboys and ancient Indian living and artifacts,” says Chris. It’s more than you may be expecting to see. “The art collection is as exclusive as anything you’ll find in the world,” says Mike Carrier of the Oklahoma City CVB, who also notes that during the show, you can take in the 2nd annual Cowboy Crossings event where the traditional Cowboy Artists and Cowboy Artists of America will exhibit spectacular saddles, leathercraft, metal work and western art.

• Oklahoma City National Memorial and Museum “is a very moving experience that must be seen,” Chris says. The museum memorializes the tragic April 19, 1995, bombing of the Alfred P. Murrah Federal Building.

• Oklahoma Railway Museum combines a tour of historical trains with a ride on one, making it a fun outing for families with children.

• Oklahoma City Zoo is another favorite that features an eight-acre naturalistic

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habitat, called Oklahoma Trails, with over 800 native animals.

• Myriad Botanical Gardens and Crystal Bridge Tropical Conservatory both offer relaxation and an outdoor adventure for families, with a special area for dogs to play.

Shopping Sampler • Western wear, boots, jeans and home décor are everywhere—some of the big stores include Langston’s Western Wear in Stockyard City, and Tener’s on Reno Avenue.

• Boutique items and handmade crafts abound in Stockyard City and in the Paseo Arts District, home to 17 galleries. While in Bricktown, visit the Painted Door for unique gifts.

• The Outlet Shoppes at Oklahoma City—there are about 85 of them located right off Reno Avenue.

• Shopping malls—there are several with familiar chain stores.

Where to Stay

Entertainment and Nightlife • Nonna’s Euro-American Ristoranté & Bar in Bricktown offers live entertainment on weekends in the Purple Bar. • The Centennial Rodeo Opry’s live western music show is all part of the adventure at Stockyard City on Saturday night.

• And, of course, Bricktown has its own exciting atmosphere that may be all you need for a fun evening on the town.

The Myriad Botanical Gardens and Crystal Bridge Tropical Conservatory at night.

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Book early, because favorite places adjacent to the show grounds fill up quickly. Check the Grand National Morgan Horse Show website for the

official hotels and special rates, some requiring a promotional code.

• Best Western Saddleback Inn is popular with the horse show crowd, as they allow dogs and have several free amenities. But, virtually every motel or hotel chain is represented in Oklahoma City, and there are also bed and breakfast choices.

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Horsehair Jewelry In the 18th Century, before cameras and iPhones®, it was a common mourning custom to have jewelry made from the hair of the deceased. Locks of hair would be woven in a pleasing pattern or design, often with a sentimental phrase or pertinent name, as a lasting keepsake of a lost loved one. It was romantic—and, kind of gross.

Fast-forward 300 years, and hair is making a comeback. But now, it’s the horses losing their locks, and no one has to die for the honor. From intricate weaves to man-made stone, horsehair is being transformed into wearable works of art. Equestrian fashion designer, Arianna Anderocci, breaks down what’s hot in horsehair.

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Cricket & Blue Passion Bracelet $105

“Cricket & Blue is a Canadian line. They do custom-braided bracelets using your own horse’s hair or stock hair,” says Anderocci. “It’s a nice keepsake without spending a lot of money.”

Designer Rachel Hunt does three different round-braid designs. “The Infinity ($85) is a 2mm braid with a simple sterling silver clasp— it’s very clean and simple. The Passion ($105) is a slightly larger braid, 3mm, and has a very intricate end cap.

TOP PICK: The Passage ($95) is a 5mm heavyweight braid with a short, flowered end cap. It also comes in 14-karat gold ($125),” she says.

Two-tone hair is obviously more exciting in a braided design,” advises Anderocci. “You might combine hair from two different horses to get a more dramatic effect.”

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“Solenaro Designs [Horsehair Jewelry] is a line I found at a trunk show in New Jersey. Bruce Banks plaits the hair into intricate designs, almost like fabric, and then inlays it in sterling silver or Vermeil gold. He really focuses on the hair. You won’t find any snaffles or fox heads or horseshoes in his jewelry,” says the New York designer.

TOP PICK: Anderocci likes the Rope Cuff bracelet ($325). “It has an intricate flat braid that’s set into a sterling cuff with a roping feature on the edges. It’s more of a statement piece, very fashion forward,” she says.

“For necklaces, I love the Ball End Neckwire ($350) and Cable Necklace ($335). The Neckwire is a round braid that goes around the outside perimeter of a flat wire. It’s attached with flattened ball ends with great detailing. The Cable Necklace is sort of an inverted version of the Neckwire. Instead of ball ends, it’s attached with suture-like silver thread,” explains Anderocci.

“I also love the hoop earrings. They come in a three-quarter or one-inch hoop, inlaid with a horsehair braid—it has a bit more edge.”

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“Gina Johnson does amazing things with horsehair! It’s more of a higher end line, but she does all the braided bracelets too,” says Anderocci. “Johnson uses a patented process where she casts horsehair in resin. From far away, it has a gem-like appearance, like a stone, but up close you can see the detail of the hair—I love that.

She does it with dog and cat hair too.”

TOP PICK: The crop pin. “Gina Johnson does a number of braided and wrap pieces. My fave is the crop pin ($400)—it has horsehair wrapped around the handle of a small bat. She also does a dressage whip version ($600),” she says.

“For an investment piece, I like the Winning Stakes earrings ($760). It’s a drop earring with a round gold cup that has very small pieces of horsehair encased in resin. It looks like marbled stone. She does a matching gold pendant, called In the Money, as well ($1,275). For everyday wear, the square stud earrings in sterling silver ($200) are great for showing.”

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By Karen elizaBeth Baril

Whether you’re a busIness owner who boards horses or an individual horse owner, you need insurance to protect your assets. Let’s take a look at a few of our options.

Commercial General liability insurance

Private liability insurance or horse Owner’s Policy Few homeowners’ policies cover damages caused by your horse. “the private horse owner’s policy is very affordable,” says ray. “If your horse was to get loose at a horse show and kick someone, or run through someone’s meticulously landscaped yard, your 90

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insurance would cover the cost of damages or medical bills.” even if you board your horse, you need your own private liability insurance. While it’s true that the barn owner, if deemed to be at fault, would have to respond, “all too often,” says booth, “the horse owner is also drawn into the lawsuit.” Policies are usually sold in limits between $500,000 and $1,000,000 per occurrence.

Care, Custody, and Control insurance Care, Custody, and Control (CCC) protects the business owner from damages should a horse in his or her care become ill, injured, or die as a result of negligence. amounts vary, but typically CCC policies are sold in the $5,000 to $15,000 range. the CCC policy is not just for the boarding facility owner. It’s recommended for those who take horses in

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Joan booth of blue bridle Insurance Inc. (bluebridle.com) says, “When in the business of boarding horses, whether on property that is owned or leased, Commercial Liability Insurance is of the utmost importance. a bodily injury or property damage lawsuit can be devastating. Protecting assets from litigation with adequate insurance should be part of every business owner’s plan.”

Many of us who rent out extra stalls at home don’t consider ourselves business owners, but the law thinks differently. “What they may not know,” says terri ray of Don ray Insurance (donrayinsurance.com), “is that their homeowner policy will not cover a claim arising from one of their boarders.

If the boarder pays you a monthly fee to keep a horse at your barn or if they work off their board, this is considered a business and you must have a Commercial General Liability Policy.”

Limits and payouts vary. a good insurance agent can help you make the right choice based on your unique situation. “Consider the assets you need to protect,” says booth. “For example, a $500,000 per occurrence with a $1,000,000 aggregate (maximum payout for the annual policy term) or $1,000,000 per occurrence with a $2,000,000 aggregate might be sufficient. If not, additional protection can be obtained with an umbrella or excess liability policy.”

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Worker’s Compensation Insurance Worker’s Compensation Insurance covers lost wages, medical expenses, and in some cases, burial expenses for employees injured or sickened on the job. In many states, all employers are required to carry worker’s compensation insurance. Every state’s laws differ on this subject, so be sure to consult an experienced equine insurance agent to guide you. You should be aware that if you pay barn help to clean stalls, pay a handyman, or, in some cases, barter services, you’re considered an employer in the eyes of the law.

Farm Package or Property Insurance The Farmowners insurance policy gathers everything together into one package policy. For the business owner, the farm package can encompass most of the aforementioned coverage, including commercial as well as personal liability, and liability for non-owned horses. Be sure to buy enough insurance to cover the replacement cost of your home, car, outbuildings, tack, and vehicles, including tractors.

Buying insurance doesn’t have to be complicated. In fact, if you think of insurance as nothing more than an equitable transfer of risk, deciding what type and how much insurance you need becomes that much easier. “Peace of mind comes with insurance,” says Booth. “Protection from the unforeseen far outweighs the expense of the premium.”

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Rainwater Harvesting Learn How Collecting Precipitation Can Benefit Your Barn

By EllEn WhittEmorE

If you Have a baRn oR an aRena with a sloped roof, you already have the beginnings of a rainwater harvesting system. Rainwater harvesting is simply the practice of collecting and storing rainwater for future use. This has many advantages. In terms of the environment it can prevent storm water that is falling at a rate faster than the ground can absorb from causing erosion and potentially polluted runoff from entering surrounding eco-systems. a system can also prevent damage to foundations, provide fire protection, and save money over time if you are paying for your water. In areas where well water cannot keep up with the demand, as Mark urban of freeflo Water Recycling Systems (freeflowater.com) points out, they can compensate for the shortage.

Unfiltered and unpurified rainwater is not considered potable, but you can use it to wash horses, water arenas, irrigate plantings, flush toilets and do laundry.

Conceptually a rainwater harvesting system is simple. It involves a catchment device: a sloped roof with gutters connects to a drain pipe that directs the water into an above or below ground storage tank with a filter and a pump to move the water to where you need it. but, just how much water are we talking about? Letâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s look at a sixhorse barn. assuming each horse drinks about 15 gallons of water per day, that translates into 90 gallons per day or 2,700 gallons per month. So the question is: Can the barn roof provide this much water?

The barn roof would be about 2,000 square feet, and Mark tells me that as a rule of thumb every 1,000 square feet of roof surface will produce about 625 gallons of water per inch of rain fall. So our 2,000 square foot roof would produce 1,250 gallons per inch of rain. If the average monthly rainfall is around four inches, then this barn would yield about 5,000 gallons of water per month. Thatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s enough to water the horses and then some!

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how much water are we talking about?

Cost Systems and cost can vary greatly, and needless to say, you need to weigh what your goals and needs are as well as potential cost savings against the cost of installation and maintenance. Above ground systems are generally cheaper than below ground as they avoid the cost of excavation and underground plumbing. Unfiltered and unpurified rainwater is not considered potable, but you can use it to wash horses, water arenas, irrigate plantings, flush toilets and do laundry. However, if you do require potable water, this will require a filtration/treatment system as well. A simple system with rain barrels above ground that can provide enough water for plant bed watering can run a couple thousand dollars. For our six-horse barn, Markâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s company has a 3,500 gallon underground system package delivered as a kit anywhere in the U.S. for $8,500 (excluding excavation) that glues and snaps together right out of the box. Mark noted that he recently installed a system that cost $10,000 to install but was estimated to have added $12,000 to the value of the property.

Given the high water consumption on an equine facility and the potential impact to the environment, rainwater harvesting seems to bear consideration.

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Suzy Stafford On Driving to Success The Trainer Who Has Influenced Me The Most: Lisa Singer.

Trainer/Farm Affiliation: Head Trainer at Stafford Carriage Driving.

Favorite Horse: Courage To Lead and PVF Peace Of Mind.

Background: Suzy rose through

Lucky Charm: No lucky charm

the ranks of United States Pony Club in her early years, where she excelled in combined training.

After an injury, she channeled her competitive drive toward a new equine sport: carriage driving.

In 2001, Stafford began working with seven-time U.S. National Pair Combined Driving Champion, Lisa Singer. Stafford now competes on the national and international stage and has added many championship performances and medal finishes.

for me! I do believe in luck; sometimes it’s good and sometimes it’s bad.

Guilty Pleasure: I find no guilt in pleasure…

When I’m Not Driving I Like To: Cook, go on hikes with my dogs and teach others to drive.

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and had a bad fall that led me to driving...I am glad I found the sport!

If I Knew Then What I Know Now, I Would: Ask more questions.

Favorite Quote or Phrase: One successful horse makes you a champion; many successful horses make you a legend.

The Last Book I Read Was: I haven’t had the time to finish one for a long time!

If My Horse Were a Person, She Would: She would expect a sparkly pink crown to parade around at the horse shows. She thinks she should be treated like royalty and feel special, and I have to say, I agree!

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Steamy novels for young adults are all the rage at the moment, and this second installment of “The A Circuit” series fits right in. My Favorite Mistake focuses on the turbulent and intertwining lives of three horse- and boy-crazy girls. There is Tommi, the billionaire heiress who strives for success but needs to keep her priorities in check; Zara, who got a bad rap in the first novel but shows her softer side here; and Kate, the lone “have-not” surrounded by “haves.”

The main characters are somehow simultaneously complex and vapid. The teens are exactly what you would expect from girls who spend their days riding horses more expensive than your house and nights partying in the Hamptons. Despite that (or because of it), it is easy to get swept up in their lives, which is a tangle of horse shows, boys, parties, and other such teen drama. With engaging writing and a pace that moves right along, the book is an entertaining read for teens or for those who would like to escape the reality of a world where people have actual problems.

BOTTOM LINE: I have made many mistakes in life, and reading this was definitely not my favorite one.

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HORSE PROFILING: THE SECRET TO MOTIVATING EQUINE ATHLETES, by Kerry Thomas.

224 pages, hardcover, Trafalgar Square Books (www.horseandriderbooks.com), 2012, $29.95.

Kerry Thomas argues that a horse’s “emotional conformation” is what separates the go-getters from the rest of the herd in this book; which is a collection of findings based on his research watching how wild horses interact with each other and the world around them.

Thomas shows how you can use emotional conformation, behavioral genetics, and herd dynamics to improve your competitive performance. He outlines his specific training methodology, which addresses the horse’s physical, emotional, and mental needs.

Thomas’ approach is probably unlike anything you’ve heard before, making the book worth a look. The writing occasionally gives me flashbacks of science textbooks. However, the topic itself is so interesting that it’s a small price to pay.

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This book would be useful for parents of autistic children who may be considering enrolling in a therapeutic riding program but are still on the fence. Readers should take into account that this book was originally written by a French riding instructor for a French audience, and there may be cultural differences in therapeutic riding programs and approaches to autism.

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Central Mass. Horse Show Series Father’s Day Show a Success

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THe fourTH SHow of THe Central Massachusetts Horse Show Series (CMHSS) was held on June 17, 2012 as always at Camp Marshall in Spencer, MA. A father’s Day show has been held at Camp Marshall for a number of years now. Sheriff flynn’s daughter, Kelly, ran a show to honor her father

every year when he was the Sheriff of worcester County, and we were proud to pick up the show when that sponsorship ended. Kelly still attends, but this time supporting her daughter, Shannon.

The weather was perfect for a show, and 119 entries attended making it the

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Robin Leviton of Huntington is one of Long island’s most enthusiastic dressage trainers. Robin, 55, has been riding since the age of seven and has been training for at least 35 years. As a youngster she rode at old Mill farm on Long island, where george Morris was then teaching. the owners had good school horses, some of which became grand Prix jumpers. Morris recommended Robin as a working student for the Pine Ridge Riding Center in Massachusetts when she was only 11 years old. she competed in Medal/ Maclay and qualified for the finals in Madison square garden at 13, but could not afford to go. she trained with former olympic rider Debby spear and eventually rode in many parts of the country and wound up spending eight years in florida. there she met Dorita Konyot of the famous Konyot family and developed an interest in dressage.

At 19 she began studying with Konyot, taking a lesson every day for seven years and showing on the circuit. “she was one of the greatest horsewomen i have ever seen in my life,” Robin said of Konyot. she learned the importance of knowledge and that every

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largest of the CMHSS shows so far. The judges included Kate Rakowski in the short stirrup ring, Jennifer Sullivan in the pleasure ring and Wendy Brayman up in the hunter ring. Dave St. John, Jesse Rupert and John Webb respectively were the paddock masters for the rings. Special thanks to Holly Weilsma who filled in for announcer Will George.

As always, the classics were popular.

Heza Awesome Traveler and Merideth Haley of Tough-E-Nuf Farm won the Horsemen’s Yankee Pedlar Classic; Maggie Tompkins and Moose Tracks, riding with the Holiday Acres Equestrian Center, won their Hunter Challenge Cooler; Larrissa Melia of Holiday won the Four Winds Farm Equitation Classic; the Tough-E-Nuf Walk-Trot Classic cooler went home with Lorenz Sistig of Jelich Farm; and the Two Town Trotters 4-H Classic cooler was presented to Tori Sullivan of Tough-E-Nuf. Thanks to all our sponsors and congrats to all our winners!

The 33 day-end championships were spread around, as there were only two double winners. Julia Hurlburt and Mr. Oreo of All in Stride Farm won both

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continued from page 101 horse is an individual from her. In addition to training Grand Prix dressage horses, Konyot taught such people as Arthur Godfrey, whose Palomino horse, Goldie, was famous on TV. Robin also learned from the late Bertalan de Nemethy, who coached the United States Equestrian Team jumpers for 25 years. “Even a jumper rider should be able to do Third Level dressage,” said Robin, echoing de Nemethy’s own words.

She considers him one of the great horse masters of the world.

Robin’s philosophy of training is that “slow is fast and fast is slow,” meaning that the fast way involves shortcuts, whereas the slow way is methodical. “When you take time, the horse really learns, and it’s solid,” she explained. “Shortcuts do not last.”

Robin does not believe in artificial aids. “You must realize every horse’s potential,” she emphasized. Ideally, said Robin, you want a well-bred horse that has the “edge” and wants to do it, but it is up to the trainer.

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Merideth Haley and Heza awesome traveler won the Horsemen’s Yankee Pedlar Classic.

Larrissa Melia won the Four winds Farm equitation Classic.

Short Stirrups again, and Sarah Etzel and It takes Two to Tango of Laurel Hill Stables won both the Open Equitation day-end and the Hunt Seat Jr. Some of the other day-end award champions included: Frank Bassett and Citrine of Hugo Hill Farm in the Schooling Hunters; Katherine Stewart and Key Largo from Gold Nugget in the Medium Long Stirrup; Maddie McCann and Classy Creating in the All American Farm sponsored Color Breed division; and Lorenz Sistig of Jelich Farm was the 12-18 winner. It was a wonderful job

by these and all the other winners.

A reminder that the next show is the 4-H Fair Show on August 26, with the final two days September 29 and 30. You need to have attended four of the seven show days to qualify for year-end awards.

Check CMHSS.net for standings. A further reminder that if you have been to any of the shows, keep your number and put it on your pre-entry.

The banquet will be held at the Union Station site on November 17. Put it down and we will see you at the shows!

push a horse and when to back off. Skill and patience, she said, are the necessary elements for dressage riders. “Patience is something you’re not born with,” she pointed out. “It’s something you develop. You’ve got to think like a horse. As a trainer, you have to know the horse both physically and mentally.”

Robin teaches both dressage and jumping and has students in Westbury and Huntington. Among her dressage horses are Betsy Gulotta’s Holsteiner, Limerick, and Rainman, a 14-year-old Dutch Warmblood owned and shown by Cathy Armiger.

Rainman is at Fourth Level and already displays the ability for FEI movements.

To Robin, dressage means, “You are in harmony with the horse. You and your horse are one. You are a beautiful piece of art.” This, she believes, is true at any level.

“It takes your breath away,” she concluded.

News aNd Notes Summer horse shows are in full swing, and Stony Hill Stable in Amagansett recently initiated the Stony Hill Stables Foundation Benefit, a non-profit organization whose purpose is to promote equestrian sports through riding education and competitive opportunities for children and young adults on Long Island’s East End. The stable has

Robin Leviton riding Betsy Gulotta’s Limerick.

been in the Hotchkiss family for several decades and is presently run by Elizabeth “Wickety” Hotchkiss. Wickety won at Third and Fourth Levels at Stanhope Stables’ May dressage show.

Upcoming charity horse shows at Old Field include a Nassau Suffolk Horsemen’s Association show and lobster-clam bake, to be held August 19, and the Long Island Classic and Equitation Finals, to be held September 8-9. The Islip Horsemen’s Association continues its active calendar of English, western, dressage and gymkhana schooling shows.

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Tanheath hunter pace Draws Eighty Entrants

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The TanheaTh hunT Club spring hunter pace was held at Tyrone Farm on June 10. it was a warm and sunny day after several days of rain earlier in the week. eighty riders entered, including some new teams and many familiar faces. The ride was about eight miles long and included the cross-country course at Tyrone Farm as well as several surrounding farms, pomfret school, and part of the rails to trails in pomfret, CT. The paths through the fields were freshly mowed and all the jumps were cleared to make them more inviting. a line of log jumps was set out in a field on saturday as were a few additional jumps in the woods.

The course began with a gallop through the fields to the top of prospect hill. riders got a chance to admire the view along the way. The trail went on through the woods with several jumps along the way, bringing teams back down

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(Left -Right) Scenes from the June hunter pace.

the hill to the cross-country course.

The course has jumps at levels from elementary to novice, so there was something for everyone. after a short check, riders continued on to jump logs, gallop along the rail bed, and loop through the trails of pomfret. The finish was in one of the hay fields on the farm.

a special thanks went to the Maclaren family for allowing the riders to use Tyrone Farm for the pace. and most of all, congratulations to the competitors.

Division winners are as follows: in the Jumping division, Donna smith and Karen anderson took first place. betty norris and Joann potzreba claimed the title in the senior hilltoppers, while the Junior hilltoppers was won by Cameran Fraatz and nicole sousa. and, in the Trail blazer division, it was Janeen rose and ivy bernier in the top spot.

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massachusetts ride for the ribbon Celebrates Fifth Anniversary

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EarliEr this month, thE massachusetts ride for the ribbon celebrated its fifth birthday in fine fashion, with a day of beautiful weather, pinked-out horses, and passionate breast cancer advocates. on June 3 in Barre, ma, nearly 100 horse enthusiasts from all over new England gathered to ride for breast cancer awareness and fundraising on behalf of Komen massachusetts. lysa Wilkins, founder of the event says, “Every year i am touched by the number of brave women who have fought the battle and won and who come and partake in the ride for the ribbon. many of them have been here every year with me! their passion for this cause and support for this event is electric!” more than half of the riders

present had done the ride more than three times—many of them all five years. lunch was served—along with a pink birthday cake—awards were given, and there was a special pink rose ceremony for all of the survivors in attendance that day. mrs. massachusetts, Barrie lynch, was in attendance as a volunteer for the event and The Pinkest Rider award went to Michelle Hunting. helped to pass out the roses and awards. some of the awards to date, the 2012 massachusetts ride that were given out that day were for the ribbon has raised over $70,000 for “Pinkest rider,” won by michelle and counting! once again, the event hunting; “sparkliest Pink horse and that raises money to benefit Komen rider,” awarded to susannah savoy massachusetts was a huge success! and her horse Girl scout; and highest For more information, visit Fundraiser, awarded to Karen Valente, ridefortheribbonma.org. who raised over $7,000 on her own!

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new york/Upper Connecticut Pony Club Region overall performance, but they were also judged on horse management.

Part of the teamsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; horse management The winning dressage team from Brumbies Pony Club. score was based on a written test that included question about rules of the discipline. this year, Meredith thomas was recognized for the Best written test score at the show jumping rally. the results were the same for Overall ribbons and horse Management, and are as follows: In first place was the team from Greenwich, with the mixed team from Brumbies/Oakendale Riding Center in second, Running Fox/Goldens Bridge hounds/Oakendale Riding Center in third, sleeping Giant/Running Fox in fourth, shetucket Valley in fifth, and Running Fox in sixth. the highest equitation score award went to anna Vaculik of Running Fox Pony Club and laura Gustafson from the Metropolitan Region. the riders that qualified for Championships in show jumping are all from Running Fox Pony Club and are: Courtney whitelock, hope whitelock, anna Vaculik and Ryan winkler.

Olivia Gamsu, Grace Leyden and Clara Gamsu qualified for USPC Championships For dressage, the My Irish sweetheart East in dressage. trophy for highest Kur Image trophy for highest scoring team score went to went to the Brumbies Pony Club team.

Olivia Gamsu of In second was the mix team from sleeping Giant sleeping Giant/Oakendale, followed Pony Club. the by the mixed team from shetucket award for the Valley/Glastonbury, Greenwich, Best written test score of the dres- Goldens Bridge hounds, Running Fox/ sage rally went to Oakendale, Running Fox/sleeping Giant/ Oakendale, and lakeville/Millbrook in Zoe Goldberg of third through eighth place, respectively. the Metropolitan the riders that qualified to go to Region, and Virginia are Olivia Gamsu at First level, the Fox ledge and Clara Gamsu and Grace leyden at trophy for training level.

Best horse as of press time, the qualifying eventing Management went to Brumbies rally had not yet taken place. For more information on Pony Club and eastern Pony Club.

Emily Savino aboard BeWare at the Mounted Games Rally.

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On May 5, the GaMes Rally was generously hosted at Mitchell Farm equine Retirement home in salem, Ct. the overall results from the Junior/ senior division are as follows: In first place were the Metro starbursts, followed by the new york/Upper Connecticut (nyUC) wild things in second, the Red Barons in third, and the Maroon 5 in fourth. In the Grasshopper division, it was the Really wild things taking home first place, with the Crying hounds in second. In horse management, the first place winners and the no Guts no Glory trophy winners were the: Red Barons in the Junior division; the wild things in the senior division; and the Crying hounds in the Grasshopper division.

Members of the Metro starbursts team: Michaela Fehn, laura Gustafson, Katie williams, Kara Burke and Quin winkler, and the nyUC wild things team: James Iarusso, Corrina McKelvey, emilia Blakeslee, Carlie Poworoznek and emily savino, qualified for eastern Championships in Virginia. the regional qualifiers for dressage and show jumping were held at Kent school stables in Kent, Ct, on June 16-17. teams were recognized for their

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Union rags gains redemption In Belmont Stakes

By GreG russo

The big news prior to the 144th running of the belmont stakes was not what horses were running, but rather which horse was not running. iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ll have Another, winner of the Kentucky Derby and preakness stakes, was seeking to become the 13th Triple Crown winner in Thoroughbred history. however, the racing gods did not deem the colt worthy, and just a day before the belmont stakes, trainer Doug oâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;neill announced that the colt would not be running in the race due to a strained left front tendon. The retirement for the son of Flower Alley was announced soon after. it was a shocking blow for the many fans that had traveled to new York for their chance to see history made, as well as to the racing industry that had hyped the difficult quest.

Union Rags following his Belmont Stakes victory.

From the ashes rose a triumphant return to past form for the bad luck-plagued Union trip in the rough running of the 1.25rags. Union rags was favored in the mile classic and wound up seventh. in Kentucky Derby but had a disastrous his start prior to the Derby, he also had

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traffic issues that resulted in a third place finish. The decision was made by trainer Michael Matz and owner phyllis wyeth to replace jockey Julien Leparoux with John Velasquez.

Union rags was sent to the Fair hills training facility in Maryland with his connections deciding to bypass the preakness. he trained brilliantly and looked the part when he entered the belmont park paddock to face off with his 10 opponents. slight favoritism went to Dullahan based on his rallying third place finish in the Kentucky Derby. others receiving support were the up and coming paynter and street Life.

Most of the others were considered outsiders in the 1.5-mile race.

As expected, paynter took the early lead and would lead the entire demanding belmont distance until the final few jumps. early in the race he was pursued by long-shots optimizer and Unstoppable U, but when the real running began, those two quickly retreated. paynter, under jockey Mike smith, braced for the challenge as he entered the long stretch of belmont park. with 0.25 miles to go, Union rags rallied up the rail to reach the saddle of paynter with the outsider Atigun making a menacing move on the outside of those two rivals. paynter dug in gamely but Union rags would not be denied. Velasquez urged the son of Dixie Union on, and he responded to get up for a neck score. The lightly raced paynter was dead game in defeat and had almost two lengths on Atigun who had lost momentum in midstretch. Dullahan never was involved at any point in the race and ended up a dull seventh. Final time for the race was a somewhat slow 2:30 2/5.

The victory was sweet for all associated with Union rags.

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Gentle Dove Farm Participates in 4-H Horse Education Camp Demonstration him with turns, stops, forward momentum and precision. He needs to be paying attention to you and you need to be guiding him for every step. He should stay in his comfort zone and the initial steps begin with the car stopped.

Slowly, the rider may decrease the distance to the vehicle until thereâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s no apprehension from the horse. Spiraling in or approaching and retreating are good concepts to utilize. Upon success of the stationary vehicle, the rider can progress to a slowly moving car and make sure to begin again at a comfortable distance to the Joann Long used demonstration horse Hemlock to teach 4-H members how to desensitize a horse car and continue to keep the (above) with a stroller and (opposite page top left) horseâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s focus with requests for by having him walk under a tarp. specific directional movements.

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Gentle Dove Farm recently participated in the livingston county 4-H Horse education camp Demonstration at the Hemlock Fairgrounds in Hemlock, ny, on thursday, June 28. after the demonstration, the farm and its police horse, Shamrock, participated in an open question session with attendees to discuss the specific training issues they might encounter. one spectator asked, â&#x20AC;&#x153;my horse is afraid of cars. What do I do?â&#x20AC;? With so many horses fearful of the road with cars whizzing by, a great deal of time was spent on this topic. Staying safe is of primary importance. Using distance to create a comfort zone for your horse is imperative and the starting point from the vehicle is dependent upon your individual horse. making sure you have the room to keep your horseâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s attention and avoid any hazardous situation, you need to get your horseâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s focus by working

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4-H members gather for a photo with Joann and Hemlock.

each step is successfully executed, additional complexity can be added until you reach the point of walking beside the moving car.

Other questions included: â&#x20AC;&#x153;How do I train my horse to drag?â&#x20AC;? and â&#x20AC;&#x153;How do you get a horse to go over the tarp?â&#x20AC;?

Joann explained some fundamental building blocks and strategies and talked about everyday type obstacles riders might encounter. The simple act of someone pushing a baby stroller

nearby may cause your horse to become unglued. Each question was broken down into the smallest steps, and Joann shared her philosophy on building trust while using patience, technique consistency, timing and reward. The group gave smiles and nods of understanding as they learned the mounted police style step approach.

Everyone can train for obstacles and achieve individual success using specific mounted police style strategies. The presentation concluded with

everyone receiving special prizes from the generous sponsors of Gentle Dove Farm. Along with the gifts, the kids took home practical strategies and methods to use at home.

Each obstacle has its unique training opportunities. Gentle Dove Farm will be holding an On the Trail Obstacle Clinic, again using Shamrock as a demonstration horse, on August 4 in Victor, NY. On August 18, the farm will be presenting a Versatile Horse Obstacle Clinic in Memphis, NY. Visit GentleDoveFarm. com or contact Joann Long at jklong@ rochester.rr.com.

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ALL-STAR ATHLETE

THREE-YEAR-OLD COLTON TURTON made his leadline debut at the I Love New York Horse Show on July 7, 2012. He rides with Kevin Whelihan of Well-In-Hand Stables in Richmond, MA.

Congrats to Tara Lombardi of Sandy Point Stables in Portsmouth, RI, for winning the Interscholastic Equestrian Association (IEA) Championship in the JV Novice division on the flat at the IEA Championships held in Syracuse, NY, April 19-21.

Tara is a sophomore Honor Roll student at Middletown High School and in addition to her riding, is an accomplished softball player and Captain of the MHS tennis team!

BRINGING HOME THE BLUE BIRTHDAY WISHES AND MANY WINS Cedar Brook Farm’s Sydney Smith of Madison, CT, had quite the birthday weekend at the Saratoga Springs Horse Show. She was the winner of the ASPCA Maclay, won top ribbons in the junior hunters and jumpers and was awarded the Best Junior Rider Award.

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doesn’t fall from the tree— Sydney also happens to be the daughter of long-time professional Kristi Smith!

LEAVING FOR LEXINGTON The Arani Family, from Dover, MA, is spending the summer showing in Lexington, KY. Kelly has taken over the reins of the venerable hunter Bolero from her mom, Stacey. Kelly made her debut in the junior hunters with Bolero at Country Heir and came home with top ribbons. She’s also showing her

It was cool to see former junior standout Jennifer Hannan of Wakefield, RI, picking up some top ribbons at Devon in the first years with Jennifer Smith’s As Always. We love when local riders take home the blues at the biggest shows!

the $10,000 Staples Hunter Derby with Le Chesseur. Jean and Cory ride out of their Newbury Farm in Concord, MA. Jean is on quite a roll since she also won the grand prix at the spring Fieldstone show. After her win, Jean even found herself doing a TV interview for New England Sports Network! Cory earned high scores of 87 and 89 to claim the top spot in the derby. Second place honors were awarded to Kristen Bumpus and Sky’s The Limit, while Hardy’s second mount, Let’s Go, owned

by Mary Chase, finished third.

Cory and Jean are off to Lake Placid.

CAVALLINO CLAIMS VICTORY Congrats to Jennifer Tate of Bourne, MA, who rode Cavallino to the win in the $2,500 Equifit 2'9" Hunter Derby over 52 competitors at Fieldstone.

Cavallino is owned by Barbara Kravetz of Sharon, MA. The bay gelding has been part of the Kravetz family for 10 years and competes in the Child/Adult Hunter division in addition to hunter derbies.

JUNIOR JUMPER DEBUT Rebecca Clawson of Plympton, MA, debuted her new junior jumper before heading off for two weeks in Lake Placid and three weeks in Vermont.

SUMMER FUN HIS AND HER WINS It was husband-and-wife winners at Fieldstone in June—Jean Sheptoff picked up her third grand prix victory atop Ami Des Gemmes in the $25,000 Plymouth Rock Classic Grand Prix and Cory Hardy won

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hunter, Stars Go Blue, and is leasing a new jumper, Mighty Mouse, that she’s been successfully dabbling in the big eq with as well.

Meanwhile, younger sister, Maddie, is showing Without Question in the children’s hunters and Reid is showing her pony, Very Berry, in the children’s ponies. Stacey’s sister, Leslie Emerson, is doing most of the training for all the girls, and Stacey is on the lookout for a new horse for herself now that Kelly is riding Bolero.

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Darragh Kenny wins $75,000 grand Prix At 43rd Annual Lake Placid Horse Show A win by DArrAgh Kenny of ireland on Sandor De La Pomme in the $75,000 horseware ireland grand Prix of Lake Placid highlighted the 43rd annual Lake Placid horse Show, presented by Sea Shore Stables, LLC. The show took place June 26 - July 1, 2012.

Kenny, 24, who won the class in 2010 on gael Force, was one of only three riders from the starting field of 28 to reach the tiebreaking jump-off by riding without penalty over the 16-jump, first-round course designed

by Steve Stephens. he was the first to return for the eight-jump tiebreaker and he set the mark to beat with a fault-free ride in 40.763 seconds on his 10-year-old belgian warmblood.

Darragh Kenny, winner of the Horseware Ireland Grand Prix at Lake Placid.

Callan Solem of Chester Springs, PA, followed Kenny Jumper Classic; wesley newlands on in the jump-off and finished in 43.623 Lapacco in the FarmVet high Amateurseconds on VDL Torlando but with Owner Jumper Classic; nina Montross four faults for a rail down at the sixth on Caprifol and isabella norton on fence. The day’s final entry was Kaitlin Carnaval Z in the Price Chopper nAL Campbell of Upper black Eddy, PA, on and wihS Children’s Jumper Classics rocky w. She also had four faults and which highlighted The hooker Family her time of 43.791 seconds placed her Children’s Jumper division; Margo behind Solem in third and gave the win Stever on game Point in the horse to Kenny, marking the third consecuShow Services nAL Adult Amateur tive year that a rider from ireland has hunter Classic and Caroline Cline on won, following Kenny in 2010 and Small Talk in the horse Show Services Jonathan McCrea last year. nAL Children’s hunter Classic. “i knew the other two would be The action on Sunday, July 1, also quick so i knew that i couldn’t waste any time, but i wanted to be sure above featured the Juliam Farm Lead Line Class. Among those honored in the all that i was clean,” Kenny said. “Once C.M. hadfield’s Saddlery Parade of i cleared the second-to-last jump, i Champions were Melissa Jacobs and knew i could get over the last one, so i T Cavalier, grand Champion of the galloped hard to save some time. bainbridge Co. Amateur-Owner hunter “he is a fantastic horse who has division; and Margo Stever and game done everything i’ve asked of him. we Point, grand Champion of the Lora got him in February from Peter wylde. & Michael Schultz Adult Amateur he’s naturally quick, very careful and hunter division. scopey. i am very lucky to have him.”

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I love new york horse Show Darragh Kenny of IrelanD and 14-year-old Victoria Colvin of loxahatchee, fl, were stars of the 35th annual I love new york horse Show, Presented by Sea Shore Stables, llC. Kenny rode Sandor De la Pomme to victory in the $75,000 Woodlea farms grand Prix. Coming on the heels of his win the previous week in the $75,000 horseware Ireland grand Prix of lake Placid, Kenny became only the fifth rider to sweep both of lake Placidâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s grand Prix in the same year. he joined leslie Burr howard, Debbie DolanSweeney, Margie goldstein engle and Jeffery Welles as the only riders to accomplish the feat.

Candice King of Wellington, fl, placed second on Whistler. Third place also went to King on her other horse, Kismet. fourth went to Charlie Jacobs of Boston, Ma, on leap of Joy. following the grand Prix, the richard and Diana feldman Perpetual Challenge Trophy for excellence was awarded to Kenny as the rider winning the most combined prize money in the $75,000 horseware Ireland

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Prior to the grand Prix, Schaefer raposa rode Wilco to victory in the $10,000 golden arrow lakeside resort high Junior Jumper Classic, and Kelly Soleau rode Centre Ice to the win in the $10,000 Champlain Valley equipment high amateurowner Jumper Classic. also on Saturday, July 7, Victoria Colvin won the Kathy Scholl equitation Laura Chapot and Umberto took wins in the Lake Championship. The following Placid Convention and Visitors Bureau 1.45m Open morning, Colvin was back in Jump-off and the 1.45 Hollow Brook Associates, LLC the winnerâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s circle again after Open Jumper class. riding Inclusive to victory in the 1.35m Janney Montgomery Scott llC $15,000 UShJa International Jump-off class aboard Carpe Diem; hunter Derby, presented by eastern hay and Purina Mills. Colvin also placed the 1.40m J. lohr Vineyards & Wines open Speed Stake on Zealous; the 1.45 third on havana with second place hollow Brook associates, llC open going to Scott Stewart and Declaration, winner of the first hunter Derby in lake Jumper class on Umberto; and the 1.40m lake Placid lodge Speed class, Placid in 2010. on Bradberry. laura Chapot also took top honors for more information and full results throughout the week, winning the lake from the I love new york horse Show, Placid Convention and Visitors Bureau visit lakeplacidhorseshow.com.

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sydney shulman and gun Du Desfi Triumph in $25,000 Fairfield Grand Prix Over 400 guests Of the eQuus foundation and hundreds more spectators rooted on the 27 who competed over the demanding course designed

by Pierre Jolicouer at the $25,000 fairfield grand Prix on saturday, June 23, 2012, but it was sydney shulman aboard gun Du Desfi, owned by Back Country farm, who emerged victorious. frank Madden and Jill shulman joined george N. venizelos, representing Wells fargo Advisors, and his son, gregory, to

present the well-earned blue ribbon, along with: gabriella Mays; show Co-Chairs tracy harris and Jennifer ross; Jenny Belknap Kees, eQuus foundation Chairman of the Board; and Lynn Coakley, eQuus foundation President.

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beautiful derby course to enhance the judging system of rewarding great jumping style and athletic ability as well as bold hunter riding. the hunter Derby was fun to not only participate in but also to watch. the silent Auction was open for bidding 24 hours leading up to the Derby.

Prizes were given out as well during the Derby and showcased Duval and Amanda Steege during the USHJA Hunter Derby. items from local stores and show vendors. horsemen’s Association (NYthA), the newest additions to the 2012 the New York racing Association sChs were the $15,000 thoroughbred (NYrA), and the New York hunter and Jumper classes sponthoroughbred Breeders (NYthB) as sored by the New York thoroughbred 120 equine

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“We are deeply grateful to be the beneficiary of the horse show,” said Lynn Coakley. “I’d like to recognize the President of the fairfield County hunt Club and his wife, ray and Clare Condon, the hunt Club staff, and the new show managers, William Aguirre and JP goddard, for their contribution to making the show a success.”

On thursday, the featured event was the $7,500 Poland spring Welcome Jumper stake. Peter Lutz aboard Kenyon, owned by Orchard farm, claimed victory. for more information, visit equusfoundation.org.

part of their take 2 Initiative. the initiative’s mission is to develop second career opportunities for retired thoroughbreds. star street, son of 2003 Belmont stakes winner empire Maker, was one of 10 thoroughbreds who competed in the Low thoroughbred hunter classes.

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by Kelly Wilson, he ended up champion of the division during Week One. Week two of sChs featured the $25,000 Landgero Cup grand Prix. there were 17 entries in the class. Danielle Cooper won aboard fidelity farms Inc.’s Calantus. D.J. volandre and tequila took second place while Mary Abbruzzese came in third with Angelina.

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(L) $25,000 Fairfield Grand Prix winners Sydney Shulman and Gun Du Desfi. (R) Peter Lutz and Kenyon claimed top honors in the $7,500 Poland Spring Welcome Jumper Stake.

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[LEFT] Erin Langan and Dalton. [RIGHT] Katie Murphy and Esccord RGS.

Leslie de Grandmaison of Salt Box Farm sends out a big congratulations to longtime students, Erin Langan and Katie Murphy, on their recent successes. Erin rode her Thoroughbred gelding, Dalton, to a first place finish in the Open Novice Division A at King Oak, finishing on their dressage score of 28.70. Erin bought Dalton off the track from Suffolk Downs and has carefully retrained this talented gelding to event.

Katie and her young horse, Esccord RGS, qualified for the Young Event Horse East Coast National Championships, to be held in Maryland, and the Young Horse Championships, to be held in Florida, later this year. Katie bought Esccord RGS as a two-year-old, starting and training this gifted youngster to great beginnings. Leslie wishes them continued success!

YING YANG YO RETIRES TO NH Boyd Martin has retired 2011

Dansko Fair Hill CCI3* winner, Ying Yang Yo. After suffering an ulcerated eye that forced him to miss this year’s Rolex Kentucky CCI4*, Martin rerouted Ying Yang Yo to the Luhmühlen CCI4*, held June 14-17 in Germany. The paired scored a 52 in dressage and jumped the first portion of the crosscountry clean.

“At about a third of the way around I noticed him fatigued and heard him gasping for air,” wrote Martin on his website.

After retiring from the rest of the course, veterinary examinations revealed a paralyzed airway. Martin decided to retire “Thomas,” a 16-year-old Thoroughbred, owned by Windurra LLC and Stony Brook Farm, to Stony Brook Farm in New Hampshire.

“He will live life in luxury in New Hampshire with his owners at Stony Brook Farm,” wrote Martin. “…Thomas was in good health and great spirits as I said goodbye.”

GRATEFUL FOR GROTON HOUSE Stephie Baer and a number of her students had a successful day at the Groton House Horse Trials June 29-July 1, 2012.

Stephie finished second in Open Preliminary B on Mercury.

You can watch footage of their stadium and cross-country rides on YouTube. Anna Schierioth finished third in the Preliminary/ Training division on Lord Abbett, Janet Mitchell was second in Senior Open Novice C on Applebee, Sandra Niles took second in Senior Open Novice D on Black Tie Affair, Elizabeth Chertavian (who was also coached by Eleazar Davis Farm) finished third in Training/ Novice, Seija Samoylenko was sixth in the Preliminary/Training division on Black Russian, and Coleen Shaughnessy took home third place in Young Rider Open Preliminary on Wynthrop.

And speaking of Groton House, as a proud supporter of Windrush Farm Therapeutic Equitation in Boxford,

MA, the farm dedicated their biggest event to the program and helped to promote Windrush by holding demonstration rides with their students and leaders throughout the duration of the competition.

SEEING STARS Starlight Farms LLC, out of New Milford, CT, would like to congratulate Charlotte Nagle and Layla on a fabulous fourth place finish competing at Preliminary Level at the Plantation Field Horse Trials! A huge congratulations also goes to Stephanie Izzie and Bainne, who had a fabulous second place finish going Training/ Novice at the Larkin Hill Horse Trials on June 17.

DREAM OF HOLLYWOOD? Here is your chance to be a movie star! If you have a video of GMHA eventing action that you would like to share, please contact Janine McClain at janine@wintertalefarm.com.

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continued from page 121 Janine is gathering footage from gMha events, hopefully spanning many years, which will be compiled into a “movie” and run at the gMha Festival of eventing, to be held august 6-12.

Thank You gMha would like to thank all who competed and volunteered at their June horse trials, despite unfriendly weather conditions. luckily all of the reconstruction efforts from tropical storm irene and the gMha Cross-Country upgrade project held up well and they were able to run modified cross-country courses.

akF aPPreciaTes… the organizers at apple Knoll Farm (aKF) in Millis, Ma, also send out many thanks to all of the volunteers, competitors, spectators, and aKF staff for all of their hard work at the first starter horse trials on June 24. the second show of the series is set for July 29.

salisburY sPorTsmanshiP award salisbury trust Wealth advisory services has named the four finalists for its second annual sportsmanship award contest. the bank is sponsoring the finalists to compete at riga Meadow, which took place July 15, town hill horse trials, to be held september 1-2, and the Kent school horse trials on october 7. each participant’s scores will be tallied throughout these competitions and the horse and rider with the lowest average score will receive the salisbury trust sportsmanship award. and the finalists, whose perseverance, integrity, horsemanship, sportsmanship and humor exhibit the spirit of eventing are: Caitlin heller and alakazam of poughquag, nY; Cooper Madden-hennessy and Certified Chip of Bristol, Ct; lisa russo and Dustin of Bethel, Ct; and sarah proper and hypnotiq of Millerton, nY. 122 equine

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Millbrook horse Trials To Host First-Ever Championship For Career 2 Thoroughbreds The Millbrook horse TriAls Will serve as the first-ever championship event for Career 2 registered Thoroughbreds that have competed on this season’s New York eventing circuit. The 12th Annual event will be held August 2-5 and is expected to draw a field of more than 500 horse and rider combinations.

The new Career 2 program, sponsored by the New York racing Association (NYrA) and the New York Thoroughbred horsemen’s Association (NYThA), was created to promote the sport of eventing as a second career for Thoroughbred horses, many of which are coming off racetracks and are in need of new jobs and homes. “eventing is a natural fit for the Thoroughbred because the breed is uniquely suited to the demands of the sport,” said beth ledy, co-director of Career 2. “it requires athleticism, stamina, courage and a quick mind, all

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Prime seating above the new water complex, plus commentary from a professional rider will be offered at the horse trials this year.

characteristics of the breed.”

This year’s Career 2 circuit, which includes eight events across New York state, kicked off June 10 with the Genesee Valley riding and Driving Club event in Geneseo, NY, and concludes with the championship at the Millbrook horse Trials.

NYrA and NYThA have funded the circuit with more than $30,000 in prize money. At each of the Career 2 events, the highest scoring Thoroughbred in each level has received $300 and a saddle pad, with $100 going to the second-place finisher.

NYrA and NYThA are providing $6,000 in prize money for the Career 2 Championship at Millbrook. The highest scoring Thoroughbred on the circuit at each level will receive $700, with $300 going to the runner-up. ribbons will be pinned up to sixth place.

The Millbrook horse Trials is the only event on the Career 2 circuit that features an Advanced division for the highest level of horse and rider.

The 12th Annual Millbrook horse Trials will benefit the Dutchess land Conservancy. spectators are welcome, and admission is free. This year’s event features a new “WaterView” program, which includes a prime seat above the new water jump complex, expert commentary on horses and riders from a professional rider, and a box lunch for a $35 donation. For more information, visit millbrookhorsetrials.com.

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RideRs at the southeRn new hampshire dressage and Combined training association (snhdCta) dressage clinic with hollie Mcneil heard a consistent theme ride after ride. hollie repeatedly emphasized that, “it’s all about contact.” she worked with each rider to help identify opportunities for improvement, and for all the clinic participants, the biggest area of focus was correct contact. she had a variety of exercises to help riders understand what correct contact feels like, and how to consistently get it. the nine clinic participants ranged from intro to second Level, and everyone was able to walk away from

(Above) Hollie McNeil coaches Katrina Villemaire and Leah Lemay, who came dressed for success in matching vests and polos. (Left) Katherine Dwyer and Aly’s Crown Jewel work on their contact.

the clinic with some great tips to improve their riding. hollie’s main focus is on the rider, and the rider’s position. she believes that

this has more influence on the horse long-term, rather than emphasizing the horse’s position when first starting a new exercise. hollie holds a trainer’s C License from the German national Riding Federation, one of only a handful of americans to earn this prestigious certification. in connection with her German qualifications, hollie has also been recognized as a Certified instructor

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Jimmy Iarusso on Baxters Road.

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She also recently authored the book, 40 Fundamentals of English Riding: Essential Lessons in Riding Right.

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(L to R) Westbrook high point winners Annette

Fagnant, Brooke Nelson and Melissa Tindall.

Combined Training Schooling Show was held on July 22 at the winners. And at Novice Level, Tami Mystic Valley Hunt Club, and results Scotto and Aquaduct Chase won. from that will be published in an The winners in the Dressage division upcoming issue. Visit cdctaonline.com were Mattie Harris with wrangler Bay in to learn about future CDCTA activities.

Introductory A and Heather Mann and The following are the winners from Borello in Introductory Band C. the Combined Training division: In At Training Level, the Test 1 and walk-Trot, Crystal King-Adanti and Test 2 winner was Deborah Moynihan MMR Finnigan were the victors. At aboard Antsje Veze. And Training Level Elementary, Naomi Fetterman and Idle Test 3 was won by Linda Lambert Thyme took the top spot. Beginner with wunderlich.

Novice saw Alison Silvester and Lida as In First Level competition, Test 1 was claimed by Brooke Nelson on Espero.

First Level Test 2 and 3 saw Melissa Tindell and Patryce as the winners.

Both Second Level Test 1 and Test 2 were taken by Jennifer Ault and Kipling.

The Low Point Combined Test awards, which included the CDCTA Member Award, the CDCTA Junior Member Award, and the Non-Member Award, were presented to Alison Silvester and Lida, James Iarusso and Baxters Road, and Kim Sevigny and Milo, respectively.

High Point Dressage awards, which included the CDCTA Member Award, the CDCTA Junior Member Award, and the Non-Member Award, were given to Melissa Tindall and Patryce, Brooke Nelson with Espero, and Annette Fagnant and Rifcsyze Melissa Tindall on Patryce.

Verdi, respectively.

included Stefanie Rossetti and Might Quinn, Julie Dillon and Prince Jester, Lisa Smith and Diamond Girl, Claire Smith and Parci, Katrina Villemaire and Flash, Leah Lemay and Dusty Image, Erin Cosgrove and Desert Fox, Regina Downey and Ruslan, and Katherine Dwyer and Aly’s Crown Jewel.

SNHDCTA has some great events coming up! The club is hosting two dressage schooling shows at the UNH show grounds in Durham, NH, this year. The first one was on July 15 and the second

is set for September 23.

On August 19, the club will co-sponsor Oak Rise Farm’s combined training (dressage and show jumping) show in Goffstown, NH. And on September 29, there will be an Intro to Eventing clinic with Bethany Hutchins at Green Acres Stable in Madbury, NH. For more information, visit the club’s website at snhdcta.org, or check out the Facebook page at facebook.com/ snhdcta.

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THE FIRST OF TwO CONNECTICUT Dressage and Combined Training Association (CDCTA) schooling shows was held on May 13, at westbrook Hunt Club in westbrook, CT. The ride slots were all filled with several riders left on a waiting list. One special feature of the show was the retirement party held for CDCTA horse, Ernie.

Special thanks to all the CDCTA volunteers who made the show run smoothly and to show organizer Donna Legere! The CDCTA Dressage and

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motivated volunteers to help serve on a committee that is working toward building a new website and expanding its marketing capabilities. Anyone who has skills in website design, writing code, writing and editing articles, press release development, or graphic design would be a welcomed asset. Their goal is to help expand NEDA’s education and community efforts to bring them forward into a new era. Please email pr@neda.org for more information.

TOPPER TOPS THE FIELD Carly Collari of Duxbury, MA, rode her own Windridge Silver Bullet (“Topper”) to great scores at the Heritage Dressage Show in Hanover, MA, on June 24, 2012. They earned a 70% and a 72% at Training Level, putting them at second place. This is four-year-old Topper’s first show season!

YOUNG HORSE SUCCESS

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At the Ten Broeck Farm Dressage Sport Horse Series I held in Pepperell, MA, two youngsters shown in-hand by Amateur owner Tom Crossen did Crossen Arabians and Warmbloods proud. Rhyana (Rubino Bellissimo X SPS Wynona) won her two-year-old fillies class and went on to win the Fillies Championship.

In addition, Rhyana and Ripley CA (Royal Prince X Winala) won the Breeders Group class for Crossen Arabians and Warmbloods with a median score of 80%.

Ripley did well in his own right winning a third place ribbon in his yearling colts/ geldings class.

The final Markel/USEF Young Horse Training Session of 2012 took place June 28-29, 2012 at Rosebrook Farm in Georgetown, MA. Led by USEF Young Horse Coach Scott Hassler, the session included 10 horse/rider combinations. The horses included four-year-olds: Reminisce HM and Royal Rime; five-yearolds: Dionysus, Romeo, Pik a Diamond, and Waimea; and sixyear-olds: Kir Royal, Edelrubin, Synergy, and Bowie H. The training session was to open auditors and included a lecture and open discussion with Hassler.

The calendar of the 2013 Markel/USEF Young Horse Training Sessions will be avail-

able by November 2012 and posted on usef.org.

SUMMER SCHOOLING Xenophon Farm of Montague, MA, held their annual Summer Schooling Show and Combined Test on June 24, 2012. Suzanne Handler presided over the exhibitor-friendly, low-key show that offered classes from Intro Level to Fourth Level, and even included a few western dressage tests!

ENTERING A NEW ERA Calling out to New England Dressage Association members with website, technology and marketing experience. The NEDA Technology Committee is looking for dedicated and

CHANGE THE LOCATION! The 2012 NEDA Fall Weekend Symposium will feature Stephen Clarke and Ashley Holzer.

Stephen is an FEI “O” Judge and will be coming to New England after serving as President of the Ground Jury at the 2012 London Olympics. Ashley Holzer has represented Canada in international competition, including the Olympics, many times in the past and will do so in the 2012 Olympics as well. This fall’s event now is being hosted at the Pineland Farms Equestrian Center in New Gloucester, ME, on October 27-28.

For more information, contact Jennifer Dillon at fallsym@neda. org or 508-641-3121.

TEAM USA For those who might not yet have heard, this year’s U.S. Olympic Dressage Team will

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[LEFT] Rhyana won the Fillies Championship at the Ten Broeck Farm Dressage Sport Horse Series I show. [RIGHT] Ripley CA teamed up with Rhyana to bring home the blue ribbon in the Breeders Group class at the Ten Broeck Farm Dressage Sport Horse Series I show.

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continued from page 125 have one rider from the northeast. connecticut-based rider Tina Konyot made the team with her stallion, calecto V. congratulations to Tina. additional team members include Steffen Peters, who qualified with both ravel and legolas, and Jan ebeling, who qualified with rafalca—both are from california. adrienne lyle, who qualified with Wizard, is based in idaho.

Ponessa Paves the Way to London and congratulations also goes to northeastern para-dressage rider, Donna Ponessa, of new Windsor, ny, who qualified with Wes Dunham’s Western rose to represent the u.S. at the 2012 Paralympics. Her teammates will include rebecca Hart, of unionville, Pa, who qualified with Jessica ransehousen’s lord ludger, Texas-based rider

Jonathan Wentz, who qualified with Kai Handt’s nTec richter Scale, and Michigan rider Dale Dedrick with Bonifatius.

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Here’s a heads up for those needing some financial assistance for their dressage training. The new england Dressage association (neDa) has a scholarship fund that generally provides grants from around $1,000 to $4,000. The next deadline to apply for a grant is october 1. of course, you must be a neDa member. recipients can use the money for training, to attend education events or a variety of other programs as long as it contributes to the advancement of their dressage education. There are five categories of grants: international level competitor; Professional rider/Trainer; Serious amateur; young rider; and Breeding. For more information, visit neDa’s website at neda.org.

The Green MounTain horse associaTion, badly damaged by Tropical storm irene last august, was back better than ever for the June Dressage show on June l5-l8. There were over 225 entries at four arenas. The judges for the event were sara schmitt, Fran Dearing-Kehr, charlotte Trentleman, ann Forer, and Mary savidge.

The high Fei score of the show—Marlee o’neil’s 70.59% on Leonardo—was well-earned.

Bought four years ago from sharon Mccusker, the l2-year-old hanoverian has been a tough horse to train. “he had no work ethic; when he didn’t want to, he wouldn’t, and it’s taken a long time to get anywhere,” said Marlee, who combines riding and college. she rode with sharon Mccusker and Pam Goodrich, who thought it might be a physical problem. it turned out to be a cracked tooth, but even after an extraction his bad habits were too ingrained to disappear overnight. Then Marlee broke her back in an accident with another horse, putting her out of commission. Liz austin took over riding him for a few months while Marlee

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recovered. “I’d lost a lot of muscle and had to start riding again with very little strength. I ambitiously aimed him at his first Intermediaire I at GMHA. It was pretty late in the day for our test and it was hot and buggy and he almost had

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a meltdown in the warm-up, but when we started our test, he was with me. I was afraid he’d mess up in the pirouettes, but he did them better than he ever has. I caught my mom’s eye and we exchanged big smiles.”

Jane Karol and her l0-year-old Holsteiner gelding, Farrelly, topped the Fourth Level with 70%. Amanda Gervais on Rhonna Crooks’ Hanoverian mare, Daisy, was high scorer at Third Level with 68.l4%. “She’s very hard-working and forward-thinking but a little too intense. We went to the NEDA show and had difficulties with the walk, of all things. I was discouraged but realized I had some homework to do. I was truly surprised when we actually pulled it off at GMHA with a 68%!” Amanda rides with Laura Noyes and has a small teaching/training/boarding facility of her own.

David Donnelly headed the Second

Level with Mathijs, owned by Robert Labrie of Friesians of Majesty in Townshend, VT, with a 72.7l%. The eight-year-old Friesian stallion was also reserve champion at First Level after Jackie Smith and seven-year-old KWPN mare, Ariella, who scored 78.55%.

And David Donnelly on Friesians of Majesty’s Othello de Berthonval scored 78.40% and reserve champion at Training Level to Adam Cropper on fiveyear-old warmblood, Looks Elegant HW. PJ Laberge on Zoe Williams’ sevenyear-old Belgian Warmblood, Farenheit, scored at both First and Second Level with Reserve Adult Amateur score of 75.32% at First and Champion AA score of 68.86% at Second Level.

They were tops among CVDA members competing and among Adult Amateur GMHA members.

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[LEFT] Danny Hicks made his show ring debut at the Syracuse International Show driving Kilbro’s Be Impressive. [RIGHT] Major was rescued from Washington state by Dennis and Laura Tatro.

SHOW RING DEBUT

PHOTOS TOP CLOCKWISE: SHANE SHIFLET; DENLORE PHOTOGRAPHY; HOWARD SCHATZBERG

Danny Hicks, son of trainer Rodney Hicks and equine artist, Janet Crawford Hicks, made his show ring debut in June at the Syracuse International Horse Show. He drove Kilbro’s Be Impressive to the Reserve Junior Exhibitor Road Pony Championship. The pony is co-owned by Donna White and Kathy Comeau. Donna drove the pony to the Amateur Road Pony Championship.

COMING HOME Three abandoned Morgan horses that were originally from New England are finally finding their way back home. Rescue Me-American Morgan Horses saved Jay Jay, Knight, and Major from auction in Washington state by raising almost $3,000, so the horses could be shipped back to the Northeast. Dennis and Laura Tatro of Vermont will be adopting Major and Knight, while Jay Jay will be returned to his original breeder, Elyse Henault, in Massachusetts.

MOVIN’ OUT The Bachelor MEM (Futurity

French Command x Star Lake Ellisa) was shipped to Merriehill Farm in Marengo, IL, for Greg Fanscali and his sister, Beth, to enjoy. The bay gelding was owned by Jacqueline and Marybeth Dubois of Boothbay Harbor, ME, and was shown under the Taylor River Farm banner.

TRAIL BLAZIN’ On June 23, Roxanne Sardelli Greenway welcomed members of the Trail Blazers 4-H Club to Sarde Morgans to meet and greet the 2012 foals! The foals were on their best behavior and the kids seemed to really enjoy the Morgans.

NEW BEGINNINGS IN WITH THE NEW SSLLC High Definition (HVK Man About Town x Star Lake Elissa), formerly owned by Kevin Schengrund, DVM of Hershey, PA, will be staying at Taylor River Farm in Hampton Falls, NH, with new owner Carla and Wayne Greenside. Carla and the seven-year-old gelding will be making a new, fancy team in the show ring.

RJMF Barrymore (Hollybrook Stage Rage x Honeytree Disco

Queen) was purchased by the Walz Family of Rancho Sante Fe, CA, for their daughter Victoria, under the direction of Nicole Johnson of Premier West Stables. Nancy Andreano of Cumberland, RI, has owned the nine-year-old gelding since he won the 2005 World Futurity Pleasure Driving Championship with Jason Wolfe of Morgan Horse Farm in the buggy.

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TWO PEAS IN A POD Pondview Maharajh (Aljaks Double Whammy x Baymeadow Prima Diva) will be pairing up with new owner Megan Stevenson under the direction of Donna O’Brien and Sunshine Stables.

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continued from page 129 A Hot PAir MeM Heat Wave (Cedar Creek Harlequin x JW French Miss) was purchased by the Scritchfields of Derby, nY, for their daughter Megan. He is now in training with annilee obrochta and he will be Megan’s western mount.

Melissa Morrell of Moreland Farm in West Brookfield, Ma, was the former owner.

teAm morgAn Team Morgan 2012 is the proud gold medal winner at this year’s international equitation competition, which took place July 4-7 at the Bluegrass Morgan Classic Horse Show in lexington, KY. Team uSa competed against an equestrian team from South africa.

This year’s competition was different than in years past in that it consisted of three disciplines: saddle seat, hunter seat,

gaetana D’Alesio-Spina riding the next generation.

and driving. representing Team Morgan 2012 were lauren Bruss of Columbus, oH; Gaetana D’alesio-Spina of Mendon, Ma; lauren Foy of Kingston,

nH; Sascha Mills of Goldsby, oK; Kendra Peeples of oxford, nJ; and ellery Walker of Marshall, Mi. Suzanne Habarek of Trinity Farm of Broadalbin, nY, served as the Team coach,

and Carolyn Sebring of Sebring Stables in richmond, Ma, was assistant coach.

Before presenting the team awards, each team selected one member of the opposing team that exhibited outstanding sportsmanship and ambassadorship. Team South africa (Sa) recognized Sascha Mills of Team uSa, and Team uSa recognized Johannes Schutte on Team Sa. The top three individual awards in each discipline are as follows: Hunter Seat on the Flat—first: lauren Bruss uSa; second: Kendra Peeples, uSa; and third: Sascha Mills, uSa. Saddle Seat—first: linda Meintjes, Sa; second: Sascha Mills; and third: lauren Bruss. Pleasure Driving—first: Gaetana D’alesio-Spina, uSa; second: linda Meintjes; and third: Dedre Cloete, Sa; overall individual awards—first: lauren Bruss; and second: Sascha Mills.

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The VermonT morgan horse heritage Days enjoyed another successful year with horses gathering at the historic Tunbridge Fairgrounds in Tunbridge, VT, for some good, old-fashioned fun in dressage, show, carriage, and racing competitions.

The event brought 122 horses from maine to north Carolina to compete in various classes from June 29July 1, 2012.

Friday featured dressage classes with 76 rides scheduled. saturday was limited to amateurs only, and provided a venue for those who train and work their horses to compete with their peers in a variety of classes that include fitting and showmanship, western, hunt seat, saddle seat, carriage driving, and pleasure driving. The saturday event offered a leadline class for the youngsters to participate in the fun. There were also several beginner and advanced beginner classes to help youth and adult riders develop their skills as they progress in their riding and training.

The Lippitt Drill Team performed at noon on saturday, exhibiting a beautiful performance and dedicating it in memory of long-time morgan breeder and owner, Crescent Pierce of

randallane morgans, in northfield, ma. after a full day of classes on saturday, and with special thanks to Julie spaniel, DDs, of sprucewood Farm in Colchester, VT, and Kathy and Kevin Tobey, DVm, of grandview morgans, in Fairfax, VT, music from Dark horse Bluegrass filled the valley and provided a relaxing and entertaining evening for exhibitors.

The historic Justin morgan Performance Competition, sponsored

by Lisai’s Chester market in Chester, VT, genetic resources in Lanesboro, mn, and VT horse Country in s. Woodstock, VT, is the only-remaining competition of its kind known to take place in the U.s.

The event began at noon on sunday, with three horse and rider/driver combinations testing their mettle in a gallop race, harness race, saddle class, and a stone boat pull. This competition is designed to test the athleticism, endurance, versatility, and manners of the horses entered. This year’s winner was Waywayanda arielle, owned by Jacky and Bruce marston of Castleton, VT. arielle is 20 years old this year, and a daughter of mill run’s sealskin, three-time winner of the Justin morgan Performance competition.

The weekend concluded with 22 carriage entries and a full slate of carriage classes. as oncoming dark clouds and thunder approached the fairgrounds, horses and drivers in the last class of the day made it safely out of the ring and under cover just as the downpour began—reminding everyone of the old saying, “If you don’t like the weather in new england, just wait a minute!”

To learn more about Vermont morgan heritage Days, visit www.vtmorganheritagedays.org. For details on the Vermont morgan horse association, visit www.vtmorganhorse.com or contact Karen mcKnight, President, at 802-899-4185.

Gold sponsor, Virginia Lisai, presenting the perpetual trophy and $1,000 in prize money.

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[LEFT] Friesians of Majesty announces the birth of their filly Michaela, who is out of Tetske and by Othello. [RIGHT] Congratulations to Meghan Donohue on the birth of her colt out of Ricks Miss Shay.

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Friesians of Majesty (FOM) in Townsend, VT, announce the birth of 12 new babies out of their own ster, model, and preferent mares. Robert Labrie, the owner of Friesians of Majesty, says “All of the moms and babies are doing wonderful, and now is the best time to see them run and play through the fields and pastures at FOM.” Robert says they had a “Baby Names Contest” and the winner was Susan Gibbons.

She submitted a very strong colt name, “Nykle.” Nykle is an Othello baby out of the ster mare, Sjearsjel.

The Carriage Barn in Amesbury, MA, will be holding a Kids Driving Clinic Series on August 6-10. Children will learn all aspects of driving, including harnessing, the history of carriages, and daily driving instruction. For junior drivers who are ready to take the next step in their driving experience, the Intermediate/Advanced Level clinic, will include daily hands-on driving, games, and roundtable discussions.

Clinic proceeds help support The Carriage Barn’s therapeutic riding and driving programs.

For more information, please contact The Carriage Barn at carriage-barn@comcast.net or 603-378-0140.

On September 1-3, 2012, the Granite State Carriage Association will be holding their annual Greenfield Drive/Ride and Barbecue in Greenfield, NH. Camping, stalls and swimming will be available; fun will be had by all! For more information, contact Sonja and Bob Cahill via telephone at 978-851-5124 or by email rjcmoosecaboose@ yahoo.com.

CUTE COLT ALERT Leah Yaylaian-Waters of The Saddle Shed in South Grafton, MA, would like to send a congratulations to her employee, Meghan Donohue.

Meghan’s horse, Ricks Miss Shay, gave birth to a healthy baby boy named Ricks Wild Ace by Quillane Apollo. Meghan plans to use the colt for driving and dressage in the future.

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RHODE ISLAND CARRIAGE DAYS The Rhode Island Driving Club announces its “Rhode Island Carriage Days Pleasure Driving Show” to be held August 25 -26 at Celtic Cross Farm in Dudley, MA.

FUN THIS FALL The Green Mountain Horse Association will hold their Fall Driving Classic on September 8-9, 2012. On Saturday they will be offering Timed Obstacles, Reverse Psychology, Designer Reinsmanship, Working Classes, Pick Your Route, and the always popular Carriage Dog class! Sunday will include your choice of a Combined Test or Continuous Driving Event; with the show offering Training, Preliminary, and Intermediate levels.

Enter soon! The opening day was July 27, with the

closing date for entries being August 31.

FOR THE BIG BOYS If you are a proud draft horse owner, August brings about many exciting events for you to enjoy!

August 4, 2012 is the Eastern Connecticut Draft Horse Association Carriage Rally, where participants will drive six-miles of carriage trails in Franklin, CT. For more information, contact Sandy at Blue Slope: 860-642-6413.

Saturday, August 18, 2012, brings the Washington County Fairgrounds Working Draft Horse Show. Classes will include Men and Women’s Cart and Hitch, Multiple Hitch, Juniors, Obstacle and more. For more information, call Jim Rockwell at 401-539-2120.

Sunday, August 26, 2012, will be the Draft Horse Show at the Brooklyn Fair Grounds in Brooklyn, CT. For more information, email info@brooklynfair.org.

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The Rhode Island dRIvIng Club met at the horsemenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Campground in the arcadia Management area of Rhode Island for a morning pleasure drive and a demonstration on how to camp with your horse. Cat luce showed us how to transform our horse trailers into campers for those who didnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t want to tent and she explained the use of a high line for tying your horse out. one of the great suggestions was the use of glow sticks on the line, so you could find your horse in the dark. Carol Tracy had her two horses at the park, along with her horse trailer that has built in living quarters. she had a portable electrified corral system where her horses contently grazed. a camping checklist was shared with members who

are now eager to try a new experience with their equine partners.

The club met for a brief meeting after lunch, where the results of the proposed merger with Reva Seybolt returns from her drive with Gus while club members enjoy their meeting.

Massachusetts Carriage and driving mous in their agreement to combine the society (MCds) were shared. a letter, two clubs. We will be working together in which the pros and cons of a merger to form a new name that better reprewere laid out, was sent in early May to sents the make-up of them. We are each member of the two clubs. They working to complete the merger by end had until the end of May to vote yes or of this year. no on the matter. Members were unani-

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was in charge of just about everything, managing construction of the obstacles, the ring preparation, stall sites, signage, etc. Marc Johnson did the course designs. Simon Rosenman was the technical delegate, and Mary lane wark was the learner judge. Mary Stokes waller the creation of the colorful Hosts 14th Annual Orleton Farm Pleasure Driving Show supervised flower displays throughout the farm.

Many thanks, especially to the wallers, Submitted by kay konove for the time, energy, and dedication it takes to present PeRFeCT weaTheR gRaCed The such a great show.

Berkshire hills on the weekend of June The volunteer crew 15-17, as almost 60 entries gathered at was absolutely vital to the Orleton Farm in Stockbridge, Ma, for success of the show. Maureen a Combined Test and Pleasure driving gamelli did a professional Show. exhibitors traveled from all over job keeping everything New england and the Mid-atlantic to running smoothly. She and enjoy the competition and hospitality Susan Treat provided the presented by Colonial Carriage and beautiful floral centerpieces driving Society (CCdS), harvey and at the picnic tables. Ruth Mary Stokes waller, and their farm crew.

Osgood was instrumental in The event started with a welcome securing show sponsorship barbecue, which brought past and Jim Leo, the Single Horse Division A Champion, with passenger Tara Crowley. and program advertising. present drivers together. dressage we thank all our volunteers, tests and timed obstacles filled the sponsors and supportersâ&#x20AC;&#x201D;there are too Bozyczko, respectively. arenas on Friday. Congratulations to many to name here, but a complete list The show was run by an expert all and thanks to judges John greenall is on the club website. staff of officials. ed Young was the and Marsoe laRose, assisted by outstanding show manager, with skilled scribes anne Oâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;Connor and diane The division winners were as help from Kali follows: In Single horse, division a: Jim Knickerbocker. leo was champion and reserve went harvey waller to Cheryl Pratt Rivers; Single horse,

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New england Region/ Carriage association of america Members Anticipate Annual Meeting and Learning Weekend Submitted by Carol van SChaik

The New eNglaNd Region/Carriage association of america has scheduled its annual meeting and learning weekend for February 1-3, 2013. The event will be centered at the edith Macy Conference Center in Briarcliff Manor, NY. we are planning tours of two Rockefeller Stables/ Carriage houses and the william Vanderbilt stables at the Sleepy hollow Country Club in as well as others in 134 equine

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There will be lectures on a variety of subjects to be announced later. Save the date on your calendar to visit with carriage drivers and talk about horses (as most horse owners spend the winter putting food in one end of their animals and cleaning up at the other end). all attendees must join the NeR/Caa. For information call Carol van Schaik at 802-226-7364.

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Division B: robin Groves was champion, followed

by Ken Perkins in reserve; single Pony, Division a: nicole Cable was the winner, while Toddy hunter took reserve; single Pony, Division B: audrey Bostwick won top honors, while nancy Dimick came in second; Pair horse: Dr. Thomas P. Burgess was cham(L-R) Volunteer Coordinator Maureen Gamelli takes a break with Diane Bozyczko and Sue Brennan. pion, and adrienne st.

Cyr was reserve; Pair Pony: Liz Kwasnik enjoys the cross-country obstacle Whips to Drive 2012 Champion award, course as she drives Bella Luna with passenger nicole Cable won the championship, given by the leahey family in honor of Julia Moench. while sarah Bates and ned Bliss tied for their son, Thomas. Jessica axelsson of reserve; novice to Drive: Kay Konove show—some have been there from the Cape May, nJ, won the heritage Class was the winner, and Ilyana Meltzer beginning, and some were new in 2012. and a gift of a year’s membership in the took second; Junior to Drive: sabrina We look forward to seeing you all again Carriage association of america. scheilding-Cameron took top honors, next year! Complete results from the Vendor Village was hopping with with sarah Matson following in reserve; entire show can be found at colonialcarvisitors to Driving essentials, DD and in single Vse: linda Petersen was riage.org. rapps, MCr Whips, a tree carving the winner.

Fall activities for CCDs include the specialist, and a massage therapist. several special awards were annual lenox Tub Parade on september Museum docents hilary harty, Marilee presented at the show as well. nicole 15 and a meeting with a speaker on Cable of Batavia, nY, was the first recip- Wagner, Carl Dudash and Jim Chevalier October 17. Check out all Colonial conducted tours at the Carriage ient of the anne Osborn Bliss Memorial Collection. Wagon rides were offered by Carriage events on the club website, Trophy for Concours d’elegance. colonialcarriage.org. Friend us Karl and laura riva. There was someThis perpetual award is sponsored on FacebooksM for more photos thing at the show for everyone!

by Orleton Farm. sabrina scheildingsincere thanks goes to all the Cameron of stephentown, nY, received and news from Colonial Carriage & exhibitors who participated in the the Thomas leahey Memorial Junior Driving society.

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The 14Th annual Pleasure Driving show at Orleton Farm was highly supported by saratoga Driving association (sDa) members.

In fact, over 43% of all entries were sDa members!

The days of the show, June 15-17, 2012, had probably the most spectacular weather the northeast has had all year.

Thank you harvey and Mary Waller for promising such wonderful weather for the show and hosting such a lovely event. here are some of the accomplishments of our members: The Very small equine Division Champion was linda Peterson; novice to Drive Champion was Kay Konove and reserve went to Ilyana Meltzer; the Junior to Drive

winner was sabrina scheilding-Cameron; and the single horse (section B) Champion was Ilyana Meltzer and Anni Star won the Reinsmanship robin Groves.

Novice to Drive class and took reserve in the Novice Other sDa members to Drive Championship. placing in their classes were: Carol Frank, Cindy Green Meads Farm in richmond, Ma, Fletcher, Marsha himler, Deb Manasse, on July 21-22, 2012. More on this can be Glenn Van Oort, ann Willey, George found in the next issue.

King, Chris alsop, Deana White, Cicily The lindenwald Pleasure show and hajek, Jeff Morse, Wilson Groves, lyn Continuous Driving event will be held howard, ron Konove, anne hunter, on sunday, august 5 in Kinderhook, nY, emily VanDriel, leigh semilof, Joan on the grounds of our eighth president Fletcher, harley Waller, and Kris retter. of the united states, Martin Van Buren. next on the list for sDa was the For a class list, please visit our website, senior Clinic, organized by lyn howard saratogadriving.com. and Jeff Morse. This event was held at August 2012

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arabian news FINGER LAKES

WALK LIKE AN EGYPTIAN Congratulations to Laurie Emery and Mountain View Arabians on a successful Egyptian event! MVA Rae of Colours took home the championship in the Futurity Finals Egyptian Sired Yearling Fillies. Rae of Colours also went back to compete in the Junior Filly Championship and was named the Bronze Filly Champion out of 17 fillies.

SAVE THE DATE The Rhode Island Arabian Horse Association will hold their annual Open Horse Show on Sunday September 9, 2012 at Dwyer Equine at Red Rock Farm, in Foster, RI. Karen Baldwin will be judging.

CONDOLENCES Our thoughts go out to Cheryl Lane-Caron of Cranberry Knoll Arabians and Sporthorses on the loss of MS Chasley (“Ashley”).

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daughter of Cheryl’s SL Count Anthony+/, she lived a long life and taught many how to ride.

Aaron Harvey, at aaron.harvey@ gmail.com.

FUN IN THE SUN HIT THE TRAIL The Arabian Horse Association of Massachusetts is holding their annual Fall Ride on Sunday, October 7, 2012. The check-in is at 9:30 a.m. and the ride out will be at 10:00 a.m. The ride will be held at the Northfield Mountain Recreation Area in Northfield, MA. The ride is NEHT affiliated, and everyone is welcome! For more information, call Pat Gillespie at 413-575-9768.

The New Hampshire Arabian Horse Association (NHAHA) is holding their NHAHA Summer Jubilee Open Horse Show on August 9-11, 2012, at the Deerfield Fairgrounds, in Deerfield, NH.

A NEW LOOK The Arabian Horse Association of New York’s website is under new management! They are still transitioning to a new look, but feel free to browse around the new site at www.ahany.net.

They are also looking for any high-quality digital images of you and your horses to use on the new site. Please send any pictures to their host,

Congratulations to Dr. Ursula Roese and her daughter, Katie, on the purchase of Apollos Protégé from Caroline Ventura. Ursula and Katie live in Kennebunk, ME, and are planning on introducing him to dressage as well as taking him on lots of beach rides.

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CONGRATULATIONS TO ANDREW and Lynn-Marie Bailey and their homebred LOA Silvadust. “Dusty” was the Champion Gelding In-Hand at the Blue Ridge Classic with Larry Jones. He was also the Champion in Sport Horse Show Hack and placed well in dressage.

The Finger Lakes Arabian Summer Festival was held on June 22-24, 2012, in Syracuse, NY. Show Manager, Gaylon Medley, put on yet another wonderful horse show that exhibitors looked forward to attending. Beth Stover of Grantville, GA, presided over the main ring classes, while Carol Delacy, a hunter judge from Alden, NY, judged the Sport Horse divisions. The show offered an expanded Trail division, as well as a plethora of select rider classes. New this year, the show management added Sport Horse In-Hand for the Amateur to Handle, and Ryan DeAdder’s GV Citron Ella won the blue ribbon in the Half-Arabian Mares ATH class while Roxanne Sopchak showed her Super J Majes T to first place finishes in both the Half-Arabian Geldings Open and ATH classes. Megan Weiler’s ZA Magnumoiselle MTC had a wonderful show, making many victory passes in the Half-Arabian Hunter Pleasure division; while Grace Cusick and SCF Spoleto+/ dominated the hunt seat equitation classes.

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Randi Karson’s HHA Valentinos Vixen was the Grand Champion Purebred Mare with Kevin Dwyer on the line.

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Anna Kjems was the champion in Walk/Trot Pleasure 10 and Under with Cheryl Dauphinais’ HMF Nagid Fadl.

28-30, 2012. The show was the last chance to qualify for the region 16 Championships held July 11-14, 2012; so many quality horse and rider teams were in attendance.

Debbie Cain of byron, il, officiated over a wide variety of classes, including halter, hunter pleasure and native costume to name a few, while Carol Dean-Porter of los Angeles, CA, handled the judging of the sport horse under saddle and in hand classes. Sue roberto of hyannis, MA, and Valerie Knight of Walworth, nY, presided over the two days of dressage that saw entries from intro to Fourth level. in addition to the “A” rated classes, Club President and Show Manager, Donna Conklin, organized fun classes for the children (and the young at heart!). Many tried their luck at Musical Grain bags, Fill the Water bucket race, leadline Stick horse,

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and more! AhAne recognizes the fact that the youth must be involved in order to keep the show and the breed healthy in the future. new this year were the Academy classes for those new to the sport. no piece about the 58th Annual AhAne horse Show would be complete without mentioning the “big Money” prizes! Giving out nearly $10,000 in prize money, the exhibitors went home with a smile on their face and cash in their wallets! For complete results, as well as information about the Arabian horse Association of new england, visit www.AhAne.org.

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The 58Th AnnuAl ArAbiAn horse Association of new england (AhAne) horse Show was held in West Springfield, MA, on June

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[LEFT] (L-R) Post University western IHSA team members Brooke Fowler, Captain; Amanda Nygren; and Grace McConnell. [RIGHT] USEF National 13 & Under Youth Reining Champion, Karl Johnson.

Post University reports that their western IHSA team will be moving with Coach Brooke Fowler to Whitney Ridge Stables in Higganum, CT. Whitney Ridge is owned and operated by AQHA World Champion competitor Whitney Lagace and her family, and will provide a first class riding opportunity for the college’s western team. This year’s captain is junior Grace McConnell of York, England, and the team secretary is Amanda Nygren, a senior from New Hartford, CT.

GOING BROKE’S BUSY SUMMER Between training and attending shows, Goin’ Broke Farm in South Sutton, NH, has been very busy this summer. This month, they’ll be hosting an upcoming clinic with “Road to the Horse” winner Dan James, to be held August 11-12. For more information, visit www.goinbrokefarm.com.

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took the championship title in the 13 & Under division riding Roses for Wrangler at the USEF National Youth Reining Championships. Not only did Johnson take away the win, but he was also the top Junior qualifier at the event, which served as a selection trial for the Adequan/FEI North American Junior & Young Rider Championships.

VERY VERSATILE Congrats also go to Haley Ruffner of the Alfred University Interscholastic Team in Alfred, NY. Ruffner qualified for both the individual Western and Hunt Seat IEA National Finals in 2012, earning the IEA High Point Crossover Award for her versatility.

SUMMER SLIDIN BY If you haven’t already signed up for it, the Central New York Horse Show Association’s (CNYRHA) “Summer Slidin By” event will take place August 11-12 in Morrisville, NY. This show will allow members to earn points for the CNYRHA’s Year-End Awards; it will also be a qualifying show for NAAC

Regional Affiliates. To learn more, visit www.cnyrha.com.

SUPER SLIDE IN Also coming up this summer is the Northeast Super Slide-In, set to take place August 16-19, in Northampton, MA. To learn more, or sign up for the event, visit www.nerha.com.

THE MAINE EVENT The Maine State NBHA Championship Show will be held August 11 and 12 in Exeter, ME, with a rain date scheduled for August 25 and 26. For more information and an entry form, visit www.mainenbha.com.

event, or just want to see what it’s all about, you can learn more by visiting www.nhcowboymountedshooters.com or www.mainecowboymountedshooters.com.

MOVING UP And last, but certainly not least, the New Hampshire Cowboy Mounted Shooters wish to congratulate Joe Lauzon on moving up to become a Level 5 shooter.

BACK TO BACK And in news from the Maine Cowboy Mounted Shooters and the New Hampshire Cowboy Mounted Shooters, the two clubs will be holding a back to back shootout on August 25 and 26.

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Myron Leff and Roxane Lawrence present Haley Ruffner with the IEA National Crossover Rider Award.

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68th Annual rodeo To Benefit Gerry Volunteer Fire Department outdoor barbecue pits, and served in a modern, enclosed dining hall, where attendees can make friends with their dining neighbors and enjoy the famous, locally prepared barbecue sauce. the “oldest consecutive rodeo east of the mississippi” is sanctioned by the Professional rodeo cowboys Association and Women’s Professional rodeo Association. it is a familyfriendly function, offering special rates and events for children, including calf scrambles every night, a free kids rodeo saturday afternoon at 3:00 p.m., outstanding specialty acts, rodeo clowns, and midway treats and activities. the rodeo is sponsored each year by the Gerry Volunteer Fire Department and is a major fundraiser for them. it takes place at the Gerry rodeo Grounds, 65 miles southwest of buffalo, Ny, and goes on rain or shine. tickets can be purchased at the door or in advance, and may be bought in combination with the barbecue

Beth Ann Borowy and VF Timeback competing in barrel racing at last year’s rodeo.

dinner. camping is also available, and interested parties should contact the chautauqua county Visitors bureau at 800-242-4569.

For more information on tough enough to Wear Pink events, visit www.toughenoughtowearpink.com.

For more information on the Gerry rodeo, including a detailed description of all of the competitions, visit www.gerryrodeo.org.

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Gerry, Ny, is set to become the rodeo city of the east on August 1-4, 2012. spectators will get to see first hand bareback bronc riding, tie down roping, saddle bronc riding, bull riding, team roping, steer wrestling, barrel racing, and so much more over the course of four days, at the 68th Annual Gerry Firemen’s rodeo. Fans will be able to watch each competition from an arena that seats 3,600, plus take part in fun and games on the midway. contestants and spectators will once again be encouraged to wear pink in an effort to raise awareness about breast cancer on saturday night, August 4, for the “tough enough to Wear Pink” performance. the susan G. Komen Foundation will be in attendance, collecting donations as well. events will start at 8:00 p.m.

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quarter horse news Spagnola were the Senior Trail Circuit Champions. Zip It By Me and Katie Kopf were the Amateur Western Riding Circuit Champions.

TOP HONORS AT THE TRIPLE CLASSIC Riders from Showstring Farm of Oneco, CT, were recently in attendance at the Tar Heel Triple Classic in Raleigh, NC, June 7-16, 2012, and the Little Futurity on June 11-12. Congratulations to Scott Jones and Nuthin Escapes Her for earning the Reserve Champion Award in the ThreeYear-Old Open Hunter Under Saddle in the Little Futurity.

Scott and Diamonds R Hot placed third in the Open Hunter Under Saddle Maturity.

YOUTH EXHIBITORS TAKING PART in Pink Out Night at the 2012 Pine Tree Classic, hosted by the Maine Quarter Horse Association. Proceeds from the event benefitted the Barbara Bush Children’s Hospital.

QUALIFIED! Our congratulations go out to the 2012 Massachusetts AQHYA YES State Qualifiers: Lyndsey Ouimet, Chelsea Gorius, Alyssa Fasolo, Casey Odonnell, Sabrina Janis, Carly Liquori, Morgan Stevens, Marykate Mahassel, Alyssa Fasolo, Kelsey Brooks, Abigail Antes, Olivia Cundari, Grace O’Connor, Morgan Stevens, Matt Labrie, and Sabrina Janis.

Congratulations to Sabrina Janis for nationally qualifying in Western Trail.

MassQHA also congratulates their active members who qualified in their respective states: Rylee Desmarais, Katie O’Connell, Alyssa Freitas, and Makayla Flowers.

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August 7, 2012 in New Haven, VT. Payback will be awarded to the top three riders in each event. There will also be an exhibition team event, the Prairie Schooner, in which $200 will be awarded to the winning team.

POWDER BROOK POWERHOUSES Powder Brook Farm’s competitors had a very successful trip to the Harlansburg Memorial Day Celebration in Pennsylvania, including many circuit championships. Delux Chex Account and Lindsey Slack were named the Circuit Champions in Novice Youth Horsemanship. Bens Chocolate Chip and Allegra Walters were the Circuit Champions in Youth Showmanship. Zip Town Doc and Caitlin Ackerman were the Circuit Champions in Novice Amateur Horsemanship.

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TROY GREEN QUARTER HORSES TAKES ALL Troy Green Quarter Horses’ show team had a great trip to the Tar Heel Triple Classic.

Troy and Wannabe Invited placed first, second, and fifth in Green Trail. Torey Roderick and Cash or Chips placed first, first, and second in Open Trail and finished qualifying for the World Show in Senior Trail. Torey and Outta Range placed second, second, and third in Open Trail and were named the Reserve Circuit Champions. Congratulations to Taylor Duncanson and threeyear-old ‘Make N A Statement’ for earning their first points in Amateur Showmanship and Horsemanship.

Buckley Quarter Horses would like to congratulate the following: At the Little Futurity, REIGNING CHAMP Tara Buckley was named the MassQHA would like to congratchampion in the Two-Year-Old ulate to Massachusetts Quarter Limited Open Western Pleasure Horse Queen, Emily Messing, class, showing Suddenly So for taking the title of Vermont Shameless. Tara also rode Harry Quarter Horse Association All Hilfiger for owner Nikki Kramer, Around Champion in the Novice to the championship in the Amateur division.

2500 Rider Hunter Under Saddle class. Nikki rode Harry to win the reserve championship in the Limited Non Pro Hunter Under Saddle, as well as the Color Non Pro Western Pleasure. Jessica Stepanek was the NSBA winner in the 14-18 Hunter Under Saddle class.

Also, Alyssa Fasolo qualified for the World Show in Youth Performance Geldings.

As we go to press, Alaina Bryce Halter and Huntin A Hot Babe are leading the nation in the 15-18 age group for the Justin Rookie of the Year.

Makayla Flowers qualified for the Youth World Show.

Congratulations to Lisa

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Massachusetts Quarter Horse Association Spring Show a Success SUBMITTED BY CYNTHIA ANDERSON

THE MASSQHA AQHA SPRING SHOW was held May 3-6, 2012, at the Three County Fairgrounds in Northampton, MA. MassQHA would like to extend a special thank you to our fantastic Spring Show staff: Judges: Dean Bogart, Keith Longacre, Beckey Schooler and Mike Hawkins; Ring Stewards: Tom Oâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;Neil, Melisa Briggs and Ann Roberts; Show Secretaries: Alice Andrews, Beth Moore and Marge Tanner; Gate Person: Jean Hughes; Announcer: Matt Wadman; Show Manager: Andy Tanner; Show Coordinator: Raeanne Bowden; Farrier: Steve Hughes; Veterinarian: Aimee Eggleston; and everyone at the Three County Fairgrounds.

We are happy to announce that the silent auction raised over $600 towards the MassQHA Scholarship Fund! We

would like to thank the following individuals and businesses for their generous donations to the silent auction: Dawnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Animal Connection, Tanner Woodworking, McCallan Quarter Horses, The Downeys, The Brooks, Cindy Hidell, Samantha Palmer, Sharon Fisk, Toni Gregoire, Michelle Dionne and a few â&#x20AC;&#x153;elvesâ&#x20AC;? who dropped off items but didnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t leave their names.

Thank you so much for supporting the scholarship fund!

Weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;d like to thank all of our vendors for coming out to our show. Whether you are feeding our exhibitors, helping them out with tack they forgot, or just doing a little shopping between classes, you help make our show a success!

Bainbridge & Company Jewelry and Gifts, Glitz Company, The Lincoln Grille,

Emily Messing, the 2012 MassQHA Queen.

Ray Maheu Custom Bits and Spurs, and The Tack Connection!

Congratulations to our Showmanship Challenge winners! Champions: Gretchen Ingersoll and The One To Chase; reserve champions: Cathy Perron-Lapalme and RR The Best Man; third: Beth Stanton and She Made It

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empire state Quarter Horse association The Horse Shows Continue Quarter Horse sHowing in the Central new York area began this year at the new York state Horse Breeders’ show. the western division was held at the new York state (nYs) Fairgrounds in syracuse, nY, on May 24-28. the Breeders’ association consists of delegates from the Quarter Horse, Palomino, appaloosa, arabian, Hackney, Miniature, Morgan, nokota, Paint, Pinto, Paso Fino, saddlebred, shetland, walking Horse, welsh breeds and reiners. the western division this year included Quarter Horse, Palomino, nokota breeds and reining and open Hunter divisions. the show was well attended, with thursday’s english hunter and equitation over fences continuing well after dark. as a pleasant surprise, we saw entry numbers in the novice and select amateur classes in the 20s.

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Happen; and Fourth: noemie Lavoietremblay and Ms Chelsea reds Bar. if anyone would like to order photographs from the show, please contact show photographer Bryan nigro at bryanshowphoto@hotmail.com or call 518-774-4943. Photos are not available online, but he can email exhibitor proofs to you.

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Following shortly after, on the weekend of June 8-10, was the spring into summer Quarter Horse show, hosted by the combined efforts of the empire state Quarter Horse association and the esQHYa Youth. included were rookie classes, which are a pilot program of the aQHa leveling program. to compete in a rookie Level class, the horse and rider must each have earned fewer than 10 points in that particular class. rookie points do not count toward anything other than eligibility and recognition. there were entries in rookie Hunt seat equitation and Horsemanship. on the fun and games side of the show, 35 pro and non-pro exhibitors competed in the ride For the Cure command class. Monies were donated to the Carol M. Baldwin Cancer research Foundation. upcoming events in august include

Show ReSultS AmAteur All Around grand Champion: daniel Carlson and are you Charlie reServe: andrea Schneebaum and impretty lazy novice AmAteur All Around grand Champion: emily messing and Zip in excess reServe: linda vandeusen and hocuspocus Sensation novice Youth high-Points alexandria Whisenant and invious of me gabriella guarino and isa Zippo good bar giota togridis and Complete Chocolate Youth 13 And under All Around grand Champion: anna Farnsworth and achipofftheoldgold

the Candy apple Classic on august 4-5, held at the Hamburg Fairgrounds and sponsored by the western new York Quarter Horse Club. then, the erie County Fair show will be august 8-11.

Plans are also being finalized for the empire Fall show held at the nYs Fairgrounds in syracuse, nY, on september 19-23, 2012. this show was the eighth largest show in the nation in 2011. there will be five judges for halter, added money in four specified classes and a one-fee package deal.

Package deals were offered at the spring into summer show and are also available at the Candy apple Classic. information on our shows and other activities can be found on our website at esqha.org. reserve: Carly liquoir and FCF don’t Skip Julie Youth 14-18 All Around grand Champion: allegra Walters and bens Chocolate Chip reServe: abigail antes and rl Sudden pursuit select All Around grand Champion: andrea Schneebaum and im pretty lazy reServe: Kathleen ezell and impulsive goodbar WAlk-trot 11 through Adult high Point grand Champion: elizabeth howard and big movin Sheik reServe: lori mahassel and mo roses please WAlk-trot 10 And under high Point grand Champion: madison holmes and Zips lazy legacy reServe: maia green and belles last dance

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Connecticut horse Shows Association Introduces Avon Valley Show Stables Submitted by Cara brown

The Avon Show Stables IEA Middle School Team at the 2011 Regional Finals.

Avon vAlley Show StAbleS (AvSS), located on waterville Road (Route 10) in Avon, Ct, has had a longstanding history as an established horse farm in the area. the property itself is historically recognized by the town of Avon for the many years of agricultural operation. originally a dairy farm, the facility was transformed into an equine facility in the 1960s and is home to one of the oldest indoor arenas in the state. over the years, the property was home to many equine professionals who still remember the facility and horse shows managed by the original owner and trainer Doug Merrifield.

In late 2001, the current owner and trainer, emer Coyne, purchased the 30-acre facility, which overlooks the Farmington River. At the time, the facility had been void of horses and a 148 equine

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riding program for two years and was in need of rehabilitation. over the years, emer has been lovingly restoring the farm and operating a full-service facility.

AvSS has two barns which houses 50 horses, an 80' x 200' indoor arena with shredded leather footing, an outdoor sand ring with stadium lighting, and a large hunt course. In addition, a new 250' x 300' sand ring is under construction and will include state of the art irrigation and stadium seating. emer has been a lifelong equestrian who has turned her love of horses and talent for riding, training, and teaching into a successful hunter/jumper facility with AvSS. her family, originating from Ireland, were avid horsemen who encouraged emer to pursue a career in the horse business. while pursuing her dream as an equine professional, emer

attended the University of Connecticut and completed two bachelor of Science degrees in Animal Science and Pathobiology. while at UConn she competed nationally on intercollegiate, and east and west Coast “A” show circuits.

Following graduation, emer turned professional and has since proven herself as an accomplished equestrian.

She has successfully coached, trained, and ridden on the state, regional and national show levels. In addition to riding and training, emer enjoys the sales aspect of the industry. She makes frequent trips to europe and imports horses annually for re-sale, many of which have gone on to have successful careers on the local and national level.

Avon valley Show Stables also employs a large staff of full-time trainers. Cara brown has been with AvSS since 2001, and has been involved in the equestrian community for over 20 years. She completed a bachelor of Arts degree in Psychology from the University of Connecticut and is currently pursuing a Masters degree.

Cara is the equestrian Director and IeA coach for the Miss Porter’s School Riding team and has led riders to national finals for the last few years.

In addition, she is an active USeF show participant, manager, and course designer. Cara is also on the board of Directors for the Connecticut horse Show Association, as well as a member of the ChSA Finals Committee. this fall, AvSS also welcomed two new additions to the training staff. long-time Connecticut professional becca Goberman joined the team in the fall of 2011. A Connecticut native, becca showed extensively as a junior and amateur, winning several year-end awards in both the hunters and equitation. while at the University of new hampshire pursuing a bachelor of Arts in Zoology and a minor in equine Studies, she competed on their IhSA riding team. with over 18 years of experience as an equestrian professional teaching, riding, managing numerous shows, coaching IeA teams and individuals to impressive placings up through nationals, becca is a welcome addition to the AvSS team. She is a professional member of USeF, UShJA, ChJA and ChSA, and in March 2011, becca completed the UShJA trainers Certification Program.

In August 2011, laurel oswell returned to the AvSS staff. laurel is

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Abigail Bush and New Castle compete in Children’s Equitation at Windcrest Farm in May, 2012.

a familiar face around the barn who rode with Emer as a junior and adult rider. She completed a Bachelor of Arts in English while attending the University of Louisville and competed as an Open rider for their ISHA team.

During her senior year she was Reserve Champion Open rider in her region.

While in Kentucky she worked for “R” judge Robert “Bobby” Dreyer as a rider and groom on both local and “A”-rated show circuits. Following graduation, Laurel worked for amateur rider Paige Flournoy as show manager and rider.

Avon Valley Show Stables has an active lesson program offering lessons in hunters, jumpers, and hunt seat equitation with students ranging from beginners to advanced. The farm provides a large selection of school and sale horses for students for lessons and to take to shows. Lessons are offered by Emer as well as the other trainers and instructors at the farm. Emer estimates the program generates over 100 lessons a week with students, with riders starting lessons at age three. Students are offered private, semi-private, or group lessons, as well as summer and vacation riding programs. In addition to the riding program, AVSS offers a quality selection of in-barn leases for

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students to progress beyond the lesson program. AVSS also hosts between 10-15 recognized horse shows and schooling shows a year.

Showing is an integral part of life at Avon Valley Show Stables. Emer and the staff at AVSS take students to weekly local horses which they have the option to show on their own horse or one of the horses owned by AVSS. Many of the students compete in CHJA, CHSA, and NEHC medals and win year-end awards. The barn also participates in “A” circuit horse shows including the Ocala winter circuit, HITS Culpepper and Saugerties, as well as the Vermont Summer Festival.

For the last nine years, AVSS has been home to the Miss Porter’s School (MPS) riding program and interscholastic riding team. Avon Valley Show Stables also offers its own middle school and high school teams. Both teams host two IEA shows a year, held at the farm, where approximately 150 riders from New England participate. Over the years, the MPS and AVSS teams have qualified for USEF Regionals, Zones, and Nationals. In the 2011 season, the AVSS middle school team qualified for nationals, finishing 10th in the country.

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angela kazanovicz, bill knott, and Nancy lebel at the National trails day social gathering.

Bay state trail riders association Celebrates National Trails Day Submitted by becky kalagher

June 2 was the 20th anniversary of national trails Day. Bay state trail riders association has been celebrating national trails Day for well over 10 years by having a ride that is our annual major fundraiser for trail projects. the ride was scheduled to be in Oxford, Ma, using hodges village Dam trails with lunch, prizes and a huge raffle table. if it had been just a ride, we probably could have done it in the rain. But with so much going on after, trying to do it in the rain just wasn’t going to be fun. so at 11:00 p.m. on Friday night, June 1, i was talking to Lynn Paresky about what to do. My bright idea was to make this a social gathering so all participants could still have lunch, we could award prizes and still have the huge raffle.

Lynn thought it was a great idea and we made the national trails Day event into a social one at my barn. we stayed nice and dry while it was pouring outside. Plus, with all this rain, there would have been some safety issues with a higher water crossing in the river and the potential to damage the trails with too many horses on them in the pouring rain.

Lynn sent an email out to everyone at 11:30 p.m. that night and then we made calls starting at 6:00 p.m. on saturday morning just to make sure that we got in touch with everyone.

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they also organized the function. they started working on this at the beginning of the year. it took a lot of time and effort on both of their parts to do what they did this year. they are definitely our trail warriors!

Between ride sponsors (the saddle shed sponsored this ride—many thanks to them), businesses that donated products for either the raffle table or the prize packages and ones that donated food for the event, we had a total of 115 businesses that helped make this event the success that it turned out to be. and that’s not counting the personal donations. that should give you an idea of what was involved. if you go to our website, bstra.org, and click on “sponsors,” you will see the whole list of businesses that contributed and supported our efforts for national trails Day. when visiting their establishments please thank them for what they did. in the works, once we confirm some information, is that $5,000 of the proceeds from this fundraiser will be going to help preserve 350 acres of land in spencer, Ma, that will allow horseback riding. stay tuned next month for details!

Coming up, we have some fun events for the month of august and we hope that you can join us. On august 12 is our annual Lea Macinnis Judged Pleasure ride; august 19 is a pleasure ride held at Domnarski Farm in ware, Ma; and august 26 is a get to know Bstra ride. everyone is invited to this event. there will be a potluck (bring a dish), and it will give you all a chance to meet us and find out what we are all about.

For more information about all of our activities, visit bstra.org.

On a side note: One person was not contacted because they didn’t put their phone number or email on the entry form. so for anyone filling out entry forms, make sure you include this information. we ended up with 36 people attending the social and we had a super time. Being all together and not spread out with our horses, we got to chat with everyone. as an incentive for this ride, Lynn and Donna Johnson put together prize packages for the top six fundraisers that had values ranging from $200 to over $400. these participants raised a total of $6,415! Congratulations to Lynn (still the queen fundraiser, bringing in $3,250!), Becky Kalagher, Donna Johnson, Julie taddei, Jeff Briggs and Jane rutledge. all totaled, everyone raised $7,055 and the raffle table made another $745. after all was said and done, we cleared over $8,000 that will be going directly to trail projects. thank you to everyone that supported this event by getting sponsors and purchasing tickets for the raffle table. the first 50 people that registered also received specially made t-shirts. the top six fundraisers for National trails day (l-r): Jeff briggs, Jane rutledge, lynn Paresky, donna JohnLynn and Donna didn’t just put the prize pckages together, son, becky kalagher, and Julie taddei.

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green mountain Horse association

Three riders enjoy the fabulous scenery at GMHA’s June 25-mile ride.

Preserves Trails and Traditions

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on a bold and highly-focused initiative of trail and open space preservation through the use of permanent trail easements.

This is a key strategy is to make connections between private and public land and roadways. Whenever possible, linkages are made to lands that are publicly owned either by towns or the state and privately owned lands conserved through local land trusts, which support public access for recreational use.

Trails on non-conserved private land can be preserved into perpetuity with trail easements donated to gmHa. landowners that donate become participants in land conservation and open space preservation on a smaller scale, with meaningful, positive impact to the tradition of trail riding. all trail easements donated to gmHa either connect to other secured trails or to important trails that could be donated in the future. Since 2010, 10 trail segments have been permanently protected. another jewel in the crown of trail preservation efforts is a community conservation project that successfully concluded last august, permanently securing a critical trail connecting to gmHa grounds. The trail easement process can take several months. it begins with a walk on the trails and discussion of goals, continues with gPS mapping and creation of the document, and concludes with closing and filing. gmHa’s Trail Preservation Specialist, Cyndy Kozara, works directly with landowners and explains, “The legal document has flexibility so that both parties can achieve their goals. However, the permanent nature of our trail easement is non-negotiable. To be truly meaningful it needs staying power. We are trying to preserve something with true historical and cultural value; the work is too important to be temporary.”

For more information, please visit gmhainc.org/trailpreservation or call us

GMHA’s 100-mile ride will celebrate its 76th anniversary this year on August 31 September 2.

at 802-457-1509.

The green mountain Horse association, founded in 1926, is a 65-acre equestrian facility in South Woodstock, VT. it is a nonprofit 501(3) (c) organization fully committed to serving five equine disciplines including: trail riding, hunter/jumpers, dressage, eventing and driving. With approximately 1,500 members, gmHa is a vital community of equestrian enthusiasts. each event season contributes over $4 million to the local economy. member support helps to ensure that gmHa will continue to exist for future generations and preserve its legacy in the equestrian community.

Photos: nick goldsmith

TradiTional Trail riding, made possible by an expansive network of trails throughout the countryside, has been a part of our rural culture for a very long time. large family farms once graced the countryside, often remaining for several generations. among neighbors, it was understood that the fields and woods could and should be shared and enjoyed with respect and gratitude.

Sadly, decades of increased property turnover and development have changed that less complicated culture. equestrian trail riders treasure the opportunity to enjoy peaceful and diverse off-road experiences with their horses, where hard footing, dangerous curves and speeding drivers can be left behind. decades have passed since the gmHa trail network extended from as far north as the border of Canada and south to massachusetts. Today, the number of trails has dwindled considerably; a fact that fuels the fire to protect what remains. a unique legacy of equestrian trail riding and open space can be protected. an important value often overlooked with regard to trail preservation is the historical and cultural significance of traditional trail riding. This value is evident in gmHa’s long and remarkable history and the equestrian activity it continues to bring to the area. each year, in addition to popular pleasure rides, gmHa hosts a number of sanctioned competitive and endurance rides, such as the historic 100-mile, which is now in its 76th year.

Since its founding in 1926, gmHa’s mission has included “the development and maintenance of bridle trails and other such activities and purposes as desired by its members.” Through the years, it has played an important role in shaping the greater Woodstock area’s “horse country” culture through awareness and appreciation of land that is shared for recreational enjoyment, scenic vistas and natural habitat.

Though many take for granted that the open land we enjoy now will always remain that way, gmHa provides the proactive leadership to help assure that it does. Two years ago, gmHa embarked

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maine horse Association Silver heels Looks Forward to Great Summer Season Submitted by Sylvia a. Corbett

The AmericAn SAddlebred Association of maine (ASAm) produced another successful show on may 13. if the rest of the show season is as successful as the first two shows, maine will have a wonderful season.

The day was sunny and warm, and most went home with a smile and a sunburn on their faces. most of the classes had plenty of entries and the competition was very good. The stars of the show were the roadsters Under Saddle, both Standardbred and Open.

The Standardbred horses were out in force, with one entry coming all the way from rhode island.

The show was sponsored by dunegrass living and Ocean communities. Ocean communities supplied some of the trophies with beautiful bags. Judges richard harris and Kendra Owen-riley kept the classes moving right along with ring mistresses Jess Small and deb St. laurent. manager rick drew was on the scene early, making everything on the showgrounds ready.

The event was affiliated with the maine horse Association (mhA), new england horse council (nehc), and double pointed for the ASAm members per judge. remember, all of our mhA shows are made successful with the help of volunteers, class sponsorships, exhibitors and their moms and dads. Kids, don’t forget to say thank you. now, the mhA would like to introduce you to directors Judy and mike Kobilarcsik. Judy and mike have been married for 45 years and have two children. Judy has ridden and owned horses growing up and mike was introduced to horses when the children were small. They have owned and operated their horse farm for 25 years.

Judy is a graduate of Springfield college and was a founding member of the new hampshire hunter and Jumper Association (nhhJA) in 1979.

She has also hunted and run pace events with nashoba Valley hunt and was a whipper-in of the hunt. Judy is a member of mhA and nehc and on the board of both and is an nehc

and mhA steward. She is stewarding over 40 shows this year. She is a retired physical education teacher and actively substitutes in hampton, nh. mike graduated from northern University and was on the Small college All-American Football team. he is a retired athletic director and coach. he owned a Quarter horse and rode in pace events, and was a whipper-in for the nashoba Valley hunt and ran pace events for the club. mike is also a founding member of the nhhJA. he began announcing for horse shows 10 years ago and announces over 30 shows a year. he is on the mhA board, is chairman of the Gymnastics committee for the new hampshire interscholastic Athletic Association and a high school boys lacrosse official. mike was on the new hampshire All-State football team for three years and was a high school All-American his senior year.

Judy and mike also like to sail and are members of United States Power Squadrons. They ski as well, and have been ambassadors at Sunday river for 10 years. mike is in the Ohio northern University Athletic hall of Fame and Queen city Athletic hall of Fame in manchester, nh. They are retired, enjoying the beach in York, me, and mike says he’s a beach bum when not substituting for the hampton,nh, school district. in other club news, as i write this, we just came from Skowhegan and the Arabian horse Association of maine Spring Fling. Although it was lightly attended, everyone seemed to be having fun. There was a pizza party for early arrivals, an ice cream social, and a wonderful jam fest after the last session at night. There were lots of great homemade jams, jellies, preserves, cheese and crackers. There was also a birthday party for margo Gerrish. coming up in August is the Pine Tree Sizzler Show at hollis equestrian Park. This is the last show in the hollis Summer Series challenge. The winners’ awards are to be given out at this show.

This show is your last chance to try for the very first series challenge.

riding club Hopes to See You in September Submitted by liz HannaH

FOr OVer 20 YeArS, SilVer heelS riding club has had a policy that all shows will be held rain or shine (unless there is thunder or lightning). but on June 3, 2012, we had to cancel due to an inordinate amount of water in the rings. The day before, the show grounds received nearly three inches of rain. despite hours of ring work, in the pouring rain, the vast amount of water simply could not be removed from the rings. There was just too much water, and with the ground saturated, it had no place to go. The club, after much debate, canceled the show due to safety reasons. no one wanted to take the chance that a horse might be injured in the rings.

Since cancellations are so very uncommon, it is important that show attendees know how to check for one: information is posted on the club website, there is a message at 603-382-7809, and we send emails to all members and show attendees that have provided us with their email address. in the event that the club needs to contact you, please help us to reach you by registering with s.remick@ SilverheelsOnline.com for the most current information. in place of the June 3, 2012 event, the last show of the season will be a double judged show. On September 9, two sets of judges will be in both rings, working simultaneously. For those of you that are accumulating points, you have the opportunity to win double points at this show. in order to be eligible for year-end awards, an Shrc member must participate in at least three shows. As the September 9 show counts as two events, a member only has to show at one other show besides the September show to be eligible for year-end awards. because this is a double judged show, the entry fee will be a little higher per class, with each class costing $20 per entry. however, trophy fees and number fees have been waived so that the show can remain reasonably priced for attendees. Judges for the September show will be Kendra Owen and Amanda lord in ring one, and erin lilienthal and matt drown in ring two.

For more information on Silver heels riding club, visit silverheelsonline.com.

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To Celebrate 117th Season in September Submitted by d.A. HAyden

Norfolk HuNt Club members, area riders and spectators alike are marking their calendars for an exciting 117th season of equestrian sport. the summer break—a prime time for competing and conditioning horses— concludes with a foxhunting clinic and the traditional field Hunter show on labor Day weekend. Informal foxhunting begins the following week, and september also brings the ever-popular events, Polo In the Country and the Westport Hunter Pace, which provide great sport and entertainment.

Foxhunting Clinic and Field Hunter Show on saturday, september 1, Norfolk will host a mounted foxhunting clinic, led by Norfolk member and eventing trainer richard Wood, of thompson, Ct, at the Norfolk Hunt steeplechase Course in medfield, mA. rich trains and competes throughout New england and works out of Aiken, sC, during the winter months.

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other horses and riders. the clinic will provide a perfect opportunity to tune-up for the fall foxhunting season, and participate in the Norfolk Hunt field Hunter show, on sunday, september 2. the field Hunter show, also held at the steeplechase Course, is chaired this year by Norfolk member and local eventing/dressage trainer Carol mayo of sherborn, mA. the show incorporates flat classes, traditional foxhunting obstacles and other elements experienced in foxhunts, including a “Gone Away,” “Hold Hard” and “lead over,” in which the rider dismounts to lead their horse over a lowered fence. formal hunting attire is required for all competitors.

Information on the clinic and show can be found at norfolkhunt.com.

Polo In the Country tickets are on sale now for the 10th Annual Polo In the Country, Norfolk’s largest community event, set for september 16. A festive, fall sunday afternoon for family and friends, the day features a sixchukker match between Norfolk Polo and byfield Polo, at the Norfolk Hunt steeplechase Course.

Westport Hunter Pace Norfolk’s popular Westport Hunter Pace will start at 8:00 a.m. on september 23, at the corner of Horseneck road and fisherville lane, in Westport, mA. the spectacular ride offers equestrians once-a-year access to Norfolk’s gorgeous Wesport hunt country and beautiful private farms not open to the public. the course includes a stunning route, including breathtaking water views, gallops across lush pastures and open fields, winding woodland trails and inviting jumps. riders may compete in either flat or jumping divisions.

Norfolk Hunt members and event chairs Gaelen Canning and tom lewis reported record participation in 2011, and are strongly encouraging preregistration this year. entry fees are $60 in advance or $70 at the pace, and include lunch for riders. spectators may purchase lunch on-site.

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Norfolk members Greg sandomirsky, chair, and tee Chambers, co-chair, report Polo In the Country will again be sponsored by Jake kaplan land rover this year, and will feature: A parade of Norfolk Hounds—children may meet and pet the hounds; pony rides for children and face painting for people of all ages; an exhibition by the barnstable barn burners Precision equestrian Drill team; the best tailgate Contest; a German shepherd demonstration by the Norfolk County sheriff Department’s k9 unit; and a candy toss for children.

Preferred seating under a tent (bring your own food and drink) is available by reservation only ($25 per seat/$200 per table of eight) and includes preferred parking. reserved field side tailgate spots are $75 per car. Driver and guests pay general admission.

General admission is $10 per adult, $5 per child and includes free parking.

General admission spectators are encouraged to bring their own chairs. spectators should reserve tickets early, as tailgate spots and reserved seating sell out quickly. for reservations, information and advance tickets for Polo in the Country, visit norfolkhuntpolo.com.

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continued from page 156 Westport Land Conservation Trust and the Norfolk Hunt’s efforts to preserve and protect land in the Charles River Watershed.

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Memorial Day Weekend Events Were Smash Hits!

Submitted by Cynthia anne bowen

Norfolk member Mary Nally sports her flapper Thursday, May 24, was Grounds for Celebration, the Norfolk Hunt’s costume at the Prohibition-themed Grounds for Celebration. biennial gala fundraiser to raise monies for open space. It was atbarns, some of whom logged-in their very tended by more than 325 guests, first horses how experience. Smiles were who enjoyed cocktails, dinner, abound, as every child who competed dancing, and live and silent auctions won a specially wrapped bag of candy. at the Prohibition-themed party.

Sunday included the money classes in A luxury car display from event the jumper ring, and the popular hunter sponsor Lincoln, two equine greeters derby. Of note this year was a perpetual from the Boston Park Rangers Mounted trophy donated by Norfolk Master Unit, signature cocktails from Bully Owen Hughes, Master of Fox Hounds Boy Distillers, wine from 90+ Cellars, (MFH), in honor of the late Donald V. Harpoon beer and music from GrammyLittle, MFH, of Myopia. The trophy was nominated “Bellevue Cadillac,” plus awarded to the winner of the Jumper gorgeous décor, made the evening Classic, which was generously sponsimply sensational. A special display sored this year by Louisburg Farm. from 12 Land Preservation Partners As the fabulous weekend weather underscored the critical importance of continued on Monday, May 28, the maintaining cherished open space.

Second Annual Norfolk Hunt Derby Grounds for Celebration was chaired Cross attracted more than 75 riders to

by Norfolk members Sarah Monaco compete over the beautiful, inviting and Lorna Cogan, who were supported course, which was designed by USEA by a committee of Norfolk members Technical Delegate Jim Gornall and including Ceelie Beacham, Veronika built by Norfolk member Patrick Keane.

Bulkin, Nancy Harrod, D.A. Hayden, The course received rave reviews and Lisa Lewis, Diana McNamara, Amey Moot, Susan O’Brien, Charlotte Saul and everyone in attendance enjoyed the low-key, fun atmosphere. Spectators Ros Smythe. cheered the riders on, and gave Then on Saturday and Sunday, the impromptu names to the various 102nd Norfolk Hunt Horse Show, teams. Many Norfolk members chaired by Norfolk member Catherine competed, some of whom had never Kennedy, attracted hundreds of shown their horses before. The derby competitors, to show in three beaucross also attracted jumper riders and tiful outdoor rings in sunny, mild May eventers throughout the community. weather. Supporting Catherine were Erica Foley, a Norfolk member and Norfolk members Cindy Cleaves, Lisa active foxhunter and eventer, chaired Lewis, Bob Macleod, Gail Andersen, the event.

Lee McCloskey, Janet Childs and many As the popularity of derby cross more. Cindy was seen on the grounds continues to increase, Norfolk’s event from dawn to dusk, ensuring competiis expected to grow even more over the tors in all rings received their ribbons next few years. Divisions for juniors and and trophies. adults included elementary, Beginner Saturday featured many opportunity classes and the popular children’s classes, Novice and Novice. Results are posted on www.norfolkhunt.com. which drew young riders from area

THE SOUTHERN NEW ENGLAND Horsemen’s Association continues to have a great show season. Our third show on May 27, 2012, at Woodstock Fair Grounds was judged by Kelli Wainscott and had 97 entries.

We have also experienced a surge in memberships with people signing up the day of the show. Remember, to be eligible for year-end awards, you must make two monthly membership meetings and exhibit in three shows.

Monthly meetings are held the last Tuesday of each month at 7:30 p.m. at fields Memorial School in Bozrah, CT, except for the August meeting, which is August 21.

Our official horse show photographer, Cindy Jo Ameen, is taking terrific pictures of our riders and horses. We are still looking for show help at the gates. If you work the gate for the whole day, you will get two free classes, one free class if you work half a day. This is a great opportunity for exhibitors to get free classes for themselves or their children.

Our remaining show for the season is our affiliate show, Colchester Lions Club on September 16, 2012, at the Hebron Fair Grounds in Hebron, CT, with Melissa Proulx judging.

Don’t forget we have our high point day-end award at every show.

This is based on the same horserider and/or horse/handler combination. The high-scoring combination for the season will receive a special award at our year-end awards banquet.

For more information about our club, visit our website at snehassociation.com.

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tri-state horsemen’s association Stays Busy Throughout the Summer Submitted by beth Stone

It’s hard to belIeve that summer is flying by so quickly; and with so many activities for horse and rider, tri-state horsemen’s association (tsha) members are kept busy almost every weekend! the 40th anniversary year of tsha has been a very successful one so far, with good turnout at all events—celebrating this organization’s great tradition of offering a variety of quality events for its members. the final tsha open show will be held on august 17-19 at Falls Creek Farm in oneco, Ct. so far this season, the shows have been wellattended, despite the ups and downs of Mother Nature. the schedule changes have been well-received, and classes have been wellfilled. With stiff competition in all divisions, many riders are eagerly anticipating the final tsha show weekend of the season! results from the first show will appear in next month’s issue. the final dressage show in the series will be held on July 29 at the Woodstock Fairgrounds. results from this show will also appear in next month’s article. thank you in advance to all dressage riders who supported the shows this year, and special thanks to Jonathan blake and Carol dunleavy, dressage co-chairs, and their hardworking committee, for making the shows happen! the annual Moonlight Pleasure trail ride will be held on saturday, august 4 at Pachaug state Forest in voluntown, Ct, and more riders are always welcome. If you don’t have a mount, come and join us around the fire for fellowship. a delicious meal (free for members; $5 per person for non-members) will be served at 6:00 p.m., and the ride will head out at dusk. everyone is asked to bring a dish to share. New this year will be a raffle with items for riders 160 equine

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or non-riders. Please call 860-3763659 if you plan to attend so ride chairperson, bub harman, has a head count. tsha would like to congratulate Josh tassone for receiving a Gold star academic award from the Citadel. Josh spent many years as a volunteer at the tsha open and dressage shows, providing countless hours of repairs and painting jumps, as well as helping with many other tasks. We wish him well with his military future. his proud grandparents are larry and louise burgess.

We would love to hear about the accomplishments, milestones, and new arrivals (or losses) of other tsha members. If you have news to share, please send it to membernews@tristatehorsemen.com. the tri-state horsemen’s association is striving to keep its members informed in this age of rapidly changing technology! the tsha website, tristatehorsemen.com, is still a great place to find current information about club events. and now you can also find tsha on Facebook, twitter and Pinterest as well! and, beginning in august, members may choose to receive the club’s monthly e-newsletter containing current information about upcoming events, point standings, as well as interesting stories about fellow members. to receive the e-newsletter, simply email tshapublicity@gmail.com, sign up at a tsha event, or fill out the survey found on the tsha Facebook page. all who fill out the survey will be entered into a contest to win a great prize!

Just a reminder, the deadline for submitting applications for tsha scholarships is rapidly approaching.

Complete requirements for scholarship applications can be found on the tsha website. the application deadline is september 1.

Club members enjoy a stroll through rockefeller State Park Preserve.

Northwest Connecticut draft horse association Prepares for Haying Demonstration Submitted by Cornelia JaCquier

the NorthWest CoNNeCtICut draft horse association (NWCdha) enjoyed a group drive on May 6, 2012 at the rockefeller state Park Preserve at 125 Phelps Way, in Pleasantville, NY. We couldn’t have asked for a more perfect day. the most notable feature of the Preserve is the system of carriage roads built by John d. rockefeller Jr. We enjoyed lunch in a beautiful field with a panoramic view of the hudson river. the group will also be presenting a live haying demonstration on august 19 at White Memorial in litchfield, Ct. the plan is to mow some hay a few days ahead so we can show everything from mowing to baling. For more information on this event or on joining our club, contact NWCdha President tony roswell at trozwell@aol.com, or visit northwestctdrafthorse.com or facebook.com/NWCtdha.

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the obstacles and with those ready to try the events under saddle. Cathie was extremely positive in her manner of relating to both the humans and the equines, and each team finished the day with increased confidence and respect.

Cathie worked on building the horses’ Holds Versatility Clinic with Cathie Hatrick-Anderson assurance gradually, emphasizing the Submitted by Loren StevenS importance of small victories and baby steps. Cathie said, “You need to build a horse’s confidence slowly On June 15-16 the Yankee Walkers, for versatility challenges and Gaited horses of new england, gathered then, when he trusts you, he will at Julie Dillon’s farm at horsefeathers walk through fire for you!” For academy in new Boston, nh, for a objects that appeared frightening Versatility Clinic taught by Cathie to the horses, she showed us hatrick-anderson of BobCat Farm techniques for approach, relaxin upton, Ma. We were blessed with ation, letting them sniff or place perfect weather for both days. Julie’s one foot on or near the object, southern hospitality graced each and moving away to something attendee as we sat in the awning shade, comfortable. she also emphamunched on delicious homemade sized the importance of solid snacks, chatted about horsey topics, ground work before moving into and enjoyed watching each other learn the saddle. “the horse has to willto grow our horsemanship from Cathie.

Jody Pellecchia and her tennessee Walking Horse, ingly go through the obstacle on Gaited horses from a wide variety of Smudge, brave the teeter-totter. the ground on a long-line without breeds came to the clinic, including you leading it before you ask tennessee Walking horses, Missouri him under saddle.” Cathie also worked an experienced trainer, she specializes in Fox trotters, spotted saddle horses, on long-lining techniques and proper problem horses and colt starting. she is rocky Mountain horses, and a beautiful leading protocol. these same methods also a certified bitless bridle instructor, a Morgan mare, with each horse listening, can also be applied to teaching horses mounted shooting enthusiast, and versalearning and performing well. to trailer load. Cathie was an exceltility competitor and trainer.

Cathie’s exceptional training backlent instructor for the two-day event, the versatility course at horsefeathers ground influences her own teaching taking each horse and rider team on an academy was set up with a sand pit, a style and talents with an array of horses educational and growing adventure. We cowboy curtain, a tarp with pinwheels and their riders. Cathie was born in are very grateful for the generous time and snakes (toy, of course), a sand pit, southern California, and brought up in and the great talent that Cathie shared a side-pass zigzag, a backing 90 degree the western tradition as the daughter of with our club members. Yankee Walkers angle, small and large flag carries, mail rodeo bareback bronc rider, trick rider hopes to invite Cathie back in the fall for box open, hula hoops, sled drags, broom and horse trainer kathie Jo hatrick, and another Versatility Clinic. We also are outdoor extremist Dennis shane hatrick. balls and large ball kicks. the two most very thankful for Julie and Matt Dillon difficult obstacles for many of the horses spending her childhood riding and for hosting this lovely event and to ellen turned out to be the water-filled kiddie training in California and upstate new swimming pool with floating toys and the Flatley for organizing our riders.

York, Cathie has lived in new england For more information, please visit giant horse teeter-totter. Cathie worked for the past 20 years, training a vast yankeewalkers.com. variety of english and western horses. as with riders leading their horses through

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Northeast Friesian horse Club Members Display Their Winning Ways Submitted by KelSey evanS

season at the Connecticut river arabian association spring Derby Premiere horse show and iFsha region 1 Championship horse show in Northampton, Ma. brandon took reserve champion in Friesian atr, and earned the championship in his Friesian Jr. exhibitor class. they also showed at New hampshire horse and trail (Nhh&t) in May, and took first in a class of 11! Jort and rider ethel Nye also won both Champion Friesian Pleasure saddle seat and road hack at Craa and the Jackpot class at Nhh&t. roelof van Wolfshol, owned by Kristine erickson, took the reserve champion at his first Donna Mori’s gelding Titan is fitted for a harness. show, the Greater Northeast FriesiaN horse Club (NeFhC) members have certainly been enjoying the lovely summer weather and using it to hit the show circuit in New england and beyond! here’s a round-up of show results. brandon Marvelle and his Friesian, Jort, enjoyed their first show this

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boston Charity horse show, in the Friesian Pleasure saddle class!

Katie speer, the very talented rider, is a recent grad of uConn. “roelie” has only been under saddle for nine months.

Ytsen won the region 1 liberty class at the iFsha spring Derby show, the region 1 Champion Friesian Dressage hack and the region 1 Champion Friesian english show hack, ridden by Monica southwick.

Mitsuoko came in second in Friesian in-hand Mares run by rebecca eccard, second place in region 1 Champion Friesian Carriage Driving, and won the Friesian Driving Pleasure Championship at the boston Charity show. Congratulations to both horses and their owner William Piazza of lazy stallion Friesians. alexis ierardi and her Friesian bouke h. started the show season off with a bang on Mother’s Day Weekend. Winning first place in all her classes at the southshore horse show in raynham, Ma, was special, but even better was being able to compete for the first time in ladies Pleasure now that she is no longer a junior exhibitor! alexis and bouke h. are currently defending their title as the reigning 2011 south shore horsemen’s Council horse of the Year.

Gwen Poulin has been having success showing Charmaine brown’s Friesian gelding Vaun b, who has been down in Florida for training.

Vaun won the FhaNa high point at the KDa spring Warm up with a 75% and at the KDa 26th annual Dressage show with a 74%. and finally a bit of news from outside the ring, from Donna Mori: “titan and i decided to try something new this weekend—my partners at Gentle touch training brought a harness for me to try, and gave me some pointers on driving. titan took to it like a champ, i think he is going to look great pulling a carriage!” stay tuned next month for some more news of Friesian fun outside the show ring.

For more information on the Northeast Friesian horse Club, please visit our website, nefhc.com, or find us on Facebook!

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Northeast Miniature Horse Club Offers “Whole Day of Fun” at July Show SUBMITTED BY VIRGINIA A. GONSALVES

Judges for the show included Michelle Meacham-Taylor MS, a 2012 World Show Judge and Karen Cubic, a Senior Judge. Each brought their knowledge and Mom’s Delightful Diva was born early this expertise to this fun-filled day.

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NMHC event. was done by our own Marsha Hamilton Mom’s Minis in Raynham, MA, and we all appreciated her hard work. recently purchased a beautiful little There are hours and hours of work that Appaloosa stallion from A Model go into putting on such an event and Miniature Horse Farm in West Virginia. many people worked behind the scenes A Model Tonkawa will be coming home to create this successful show. Thanks to Massachusetts as soon as he is to all of you! weaned. Transportation will be provided Everyone from 4-H members with

by Pat Herrick, also one of our faithful leaders, novices, and amateurs to NMHC members, who transports Minis professional Miniature horse trainers with such care and understanding of brought their talents and equines to their needs. Tonkawa is expected to share the day with our spectators. The mature at about 28-29'', and you can horses were all meet him at the shows next year. shined and shaved Also, for those of you that saw to perfection and Adelaides Pecos Bill’s picture in the you could see the March issue, he is now a daddy! His first pride reflected filly, Mom’s Delightful Diva, was born not only in their early this summer. Congratulations to all! polished little NMHC will soon begin to plan our bodies but in their shows for next summer and we welcome owners’ faces as new enthusiasts. If you have an interest well. It was a AGWAY EQUI-GEM in Miniature horses, want to learn more good day!

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THE SUMMER IS FLYING BY AND Northeast Miniature Horse Club (NMHC) members have been making the most of it! Many attended our July show in Millis, MA, and reports show that everyone enjoyed not only the competition, but the camaraderie as well. The show took place at Apple Knoll Farm, which features both indoor and outdoor facilities.

For the first time, the club offered a discounted “whole day of fun” price to participants in all levels of competition, which encouraged many to try some new areas. After all, you might as well try performance, too, if it doesn’t cost any more. I talked to some folks that really enjoyed the “something new idea” and had a few laughs along the way.

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New england Pinto horse association Sees Record Turnout at Shows Submitted by eileen Flynn ricci

The New eNglaNd PiNTo horse association May show held at Falls Creek Farm in oneco, CT, in combination with the Paint horse association, had a record turnout. Classes went smoothly throughout the weekend. having trail classes on Friday night saved a lot of time, and judging was finished by 8:00 p.m.

The Pinto world Championships, held in Tulsa, oK, also had a larger number of exhibitors and attendees than usual, so the 2012 show season has started out great in terms of regional and world shows.

The august Pinto show will be held the 11-12. For more information visit nepinto.com. The results from this year’s shows are and will continue to be posted there. at the back of the Equine Journal, there are also membership forms for anyone who is interested in joining the club. if you have any additional news, email ericci@hotmail.com.

division high point winners for the 2012 show season as of press time are as follows: in the Youth horse division, high point goes to Brianna saucier and gold Chip, with lilia Buccino and rock the Bar in reserve. daphne rozum and Zippos Bottom line are taking top honors in Novice Youth. reserve goes to erin smith and dats a star Bound. in the Youth Mini/Pony division, it’s summer hunting and rabidash in the top spot, while Jennifer Zonghetti and indian rain dance are behind her in reserve. destany Foley and Zippen N rockin are leading the walk-Trot 11 & Under division, and in reserve is hailey Marin and royal invitation. in walk-Trot 12 & over, it’s Janice Foster and rock the Bar at the top, followed by Michelle stygles and gold seekers Jewel. The leadline division sees Madison Marin and royal invitation in the poll position, with Kaleigh hunting and Bearly

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Kathy McCullough and hez Tuff as Nails are currently sitting atop the open Pony in-hand/driving division. reserve goes to Michelle hunting and rabidash. in open riding Pony, allicyn Cole and rabidash hold the high point position. alycia Noeth and all Time gold are ahead in open horse, while Kathy hair and war drums diamond follow behind in reserve.

The open Breeding stock division is led by alyssa Marzilli and heza satin sensation. amy heath and oliver Twister sit in reserve. in open Breeding stock Mini, Jean st. denis and Just Call Me seminole are out in front. in the open Mini division, Paula laughlin and lM hawks Blue suede shoes are leading the way, followed by eileen ricci and dPs ima star.

Jean st. denis and hhFs Painted lady are ahead in the amateur Pony/Mini division, with Kathy McCullough and hez Tuff as Nails in reserve. Paige Benson and Back seat driver lead the amateur division, followed by lee McKenna and luxury edition. and in the Novice amateur division, high point goes to anne Jennings and Ultimately Charming, with wanda starace and My heavenly Messenger in reserve.

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New england Miniature horse society Announces Winners of May Show Submitted by mary adamS

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The MaY 20, 2012, show aT hiddeN acres Farm in Belchertown, Ma, featured many new faces, especially in the youth and 4-h classes. The 4-h classes are new this year and were especially popular. results are as follows for two judges: in open supreme halter horse, sawmill river Farm’s srF reflection and srF Marengo took top honors; in amateur supreme halter horse, srF reflection (srF) and winning streaks Magic enchantress, owned by donna lavery, came out on top. high Points for the day (both judges combined) went to ashley schabacker in Youth 12 and Under, Jenny Zonghetti in Youth 13-18, Bobby Briggs in amateur

brigit mendonca and daisy won the High Point award for 4-Hers in the 12-year-Old and under division.

exhibitors line up for one of the 4-H classes at the may 20 nemHS Show.

level 1, Kristina slobody in amateur level 2, Jean lucier in Novice, Jessica Morris in 4-h 13-19, Brigit Mendonca in

4-h 12 and Under, and roger slobody’s srF reflection in halter horse.

Congratulations to all! Be sure to check the club website at nemhs.org for other results.

Please send news and photos for the Equine Journal and/or the website to Mary adams, 247 North stone street, west suffield, CT 06093, call 860-3709035 or email targetsmom@cox.net.

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We enjoyed another successful year at the 2012 northeast fjord association horse show. We had a great time with wonderful fjord people sharing funny stories and enjoying our ponies. thank you to all who attended, both participants and spectators! We hope you all had as much fun as we did. the results of the show will follow in the next couple of issues of the Equine Journal. now with the big show done, I’m sure you’re all wondering what’s to come next? Is there more? Well, of course there is more. the next big thing on the nfha list is the equine affaire. this year we will, once again, have a booth with a stall in the breed building. We will be looking for volun-

teers to man the booth for short amounts of time to give those working so diligently at the event a short break to regroup. last year we had great volunteers Kay Konove and her fabulous Fjord, Sonya, driving at the and hope to have the 2011 Equine Affaire breed demonstration. same this year!

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Leading Ladies of the West Road to the hoRse (Above) has named their final Obbie Schlom two competitors for and Sara the 2013 event, and Winters (not shown) will it will be up to Sarah be competing Winters and Obbie in the 2012 Schlom to challenge Road to the Horse.

2012 champions Dan James and Guy McLean. Winters, 22, and Schlom, 18, will be the youngest ever competitors, and this will mark only the second time another female has competed in the 10year history of the event. The four horsemen and women will come together in the Alltech Arena at the Kentucky Horse Park in Lexington, KY, to compete for the Road to the Horse title in March, 2013. (roadtothehorse.com) Top To boTTom clockwise: k. higgins/courTesy of phelps media group; Jennifer hancock; daniel k. lew.

The 14Th annual WesTern states horse expo opened its gates once again to enthusiastic horse lovers who flooded the Cal expo Fairgrounds in sacramento, Ca, from June 8-10, 2012, as they sprinted from huge vendor pavilions and outdoor displays to six different arenas and educational venues.

From Chris Cox’s colt starting clinic to the Project Cowgirl competition, which was eventually won by Jenny sherbo, to the ever-popular stock horse competition, Magnificent 7, this year’s expo was full of excitement and entertainment.

2011 Western states horse expo Corey Cushing and Smart Boons took top honors hall of Fame award winner and during the Magnificent 7 All Around Stock Horse cowboy extraordinaire, Bob avila, reChampionship at the Western States Horse Expo. turned to this year’s event to present the 2012 hall of Fame to the Western states Trail Foundation, which has hosted the world famous 100-mile Tevis Cup ride since 1955 and has kept the challenging sierra Mountain trail open and maintained for 57 years. additional highlights from the expo included breed displays and demonstrations, including hitches of draft horses pulling wagons and carts in the ram Trucks arena; the Driving Darby, showcasing single and two-up hitches pulled by a variety of breeds zooming around obstacle courses at amazing speeds; and of course, the vendor booths, which is always a huge draw for attendees. Four indoor air-conditioned pavilions full of art, clothing, jewelry, saddles, bridles, supplements and clinicians were right at attendees’ fingertips.

To top it off, the four enormous shopping pavilions were flanked by outdoor displays of barns, horse trailers, trucks, tractors, motor homes, living trailers, aTVs and more, allowing one-stop shopping for any equestrians’ needs.

If you missed the 2012 Western states horse expo, be sure to save the date for next year’s event: June 7-9, 2013. (horsexpo.com)

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(L–R) Richard Jorgensen and Georgiana Hubbard McCabe display the 2012 Equine The equine land Conservation resource (elCr) Industry Vision Award with Deb was recently honored by american horse PublicaBalliet, Kate Russo, Melanie tions as the recipient of its 11th annual equine IndusHeacock and Larry Byers.

try Vision award. sponsored by Pfizer animal health, the award recognizes innovation, leadership, and service in the equine industry. The award was presented at the equine Industry Vision award Breakfast during the ahP ride Into history seminar in Colonial Williamsburg, Va, on June 1. Melanie heacock, rick Jorgensen and Georgiana hubbard McCabe, who founded elCr in 1997 along with the late anson Taylor, were in attendance to accept the award along with elCr President susand harding and immediate past president larry Byers. (elcr.org)

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Pinto World Championship Attracts Over 2,000 Exhibitors carts, Kensington protective products and jackets from tioga territory.

Philanthropy is always High Point Open Stock Type Horse Exhibitor Becky George. at the heart of the Pinto family. this year the PWC included several events that support their affections for charity work, including the Charity Walk/trot class in which all prize money goes to the charity of the winner’s choice. Additionally, the Pink Your Pinto parade is always an emotional tribute.

High Point Open Utility Horse Exhibitor/Owner Linda the parade supports the Hancock.

Peggy and Charles stephenson Cancer institute. the Challenged rider’s leadline class boasted exhibitors from across the nation. sponsored by ford farms, the class gave challenged riders a chance to win a world champion buckle in front of their family and friends. A turnout of 23 proud world champions walked away with this year’s A contestant in the Challenged Riders Leadline class celebrates his successful trip. shiniest buckle from Gist silversmiths. showcased Pintos at their best. evening competiProving the Pinto World Championtions kept spectaship isn’t all about equine competition, tors entertained as Pintos competed for many special family-friendly activities were held during the two weeks in tulsa. prestigious titles. these included the PWC Welcome Party the invitational with free food and drinks, the Youth and Celebrity Walk/ Amateur ice Cream social, the PWC Dog trot was a great show and the horses for heroes Walk/ opportunity to trot class. this class allowed active see several local, military, veterans and their families state and national to participate in the world show and dignitaries compete receive due recognition for their continuagainst each other ous dedication to our country. on horseback. in for more information about the 2012 addition to the cePinto World Championship and for comlebrities, the youth, plete results, visit www.pintoworld.com. amateur, miniato learn more about the Association, visit ture and the open sales@shuckfence.com www.pinto.org or call 405-491-0111. versatility events

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Colorful Pinto horses, Ponies and Miniatures vied to be champions at the 2012 Pinto World Championship on June 11-23. traveling from across the united states and Canada, exhibitors and their Pintos shared success as they earned a multitude of prizes, awards and friendships. tulsa’s Built ford tough livestock Complex at expo square provided the venue for tough competition for over 2,000 exhibitors and more than almost 30,000 judged class entries. Produced by the Pinto horse Association of America inc., the Pinto World Championship showcased many disciplines including jumping, reining, driving, pleasure and halter.

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extreme Mustang Makeover Jessica Dabkowski Wins Fort Collins, CO, Event Jessica Dabkowski of Laporte, co, and her Mustang trainee, Novo, won the fort collins, co, extreme Mustang Makeover on June 9. Jessica and Novo were third in the pattern class and fourth in the combined leading and riding trail class, but the preliminary scores were wiped clean for the finals. the team scored an 89 in the compulsory maneuvers, which was third best, but impressed the judges and wowed the crowd with a routine that included portions performed without a bridle. Jessica and Novo scored a 164 in the freestyle for a total of 253 and won the competition by half a point.

Jessica and Nova were also voted as fan favorites by the crowd through text voting. Nova is a four-year-old bay gelding gathered from the Divide basin Herd Management area in wyoming. Nova had the highest bid during the adoption

auction on sunday, June 10.

He was adopted for $3,900. tucker black of conifer, co, and his Mustang trainee, Deuces wild, scored 92 in the compulsory maneuvers and 160.5 in the freestyle finals for a total of 252.5. tucker and Deuces wild won the combined leading and riding class and finished second in the pattern class in the preliminaries.

Deuces wild is a four-year-old bay gelding gathered from the adobe town Herd Management area in wyoming. the 32 horses competing in the colorado extreme Mustang Makeover were geldings and mares, that were virtually untouched prior to the february pick-up. the animals were judged on their body condition and new skills. the trainers and Mustangs competed in a series of classes that are designed to showcase the

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[LEFT] Emanuel Andrade claimed the Low Junior/Amateur-Owner Jumper Championship title riding Black Pearl at the Atlanta Summer Classic II. [RIGHT] Jenni Martin-McAllister and Here I Come took top honors in the $2,500 Open Welcome Stake and the $15,000 Woodside Jumper Classic at the Woodside Circuit Opener.

The Step by Step team of junior riders did amazingly well at all the Kentucky Horse Shows.

Emanuel Andrade of Hollow Creek Farm in Aiken, SC, and Daniela Stransky, who trains at her family’s Stransky’s Mission Farm in Wellington, FL, vied for top honors each week on behalf of the nonprofit charity, Step by Step Foundation, that they represent in competition.

The two 15-year-old riders were awarded the championships in both the High and Low Junior Jumpers, sometimes both during the same week. And Jose Fernando Bonetti, who is also 15, put in three flawless trips to win the Children’s High Championship on behalf of the charity and then moved up to give his friends a run for the money in the Junior Jumpers!

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GA. Hot off his fourth place finish in the recent FEI World Jumping Challenge held in Caracas, Venezuela, Andrade had returned to the United States for the show’s second week of competition.

WILLY WONKA WINS Also taking top honors at the Atlanta Summer Classic II was Andrade’s coach, Angel Karolyi.

The Hollow Creek Farm trainer finished in the top 10 in the $35,000 Outback Steakhouse Grand Prix, incurring eight faults over the course with Boccaccio, owned by Hollow Creek Farm.

Karolyi also earned a win aboard Willy Wonka in the $3,500 Ride and Run charity event the evening prior to the Grand Prix.

to win both the Welcome Stake and the Classic, but Here I Come stepped up and showed that he’s getting trained.”

RIDING IN STYLE In news from the Brandywine Valley Summer Series in Devon, PA, Molly Wolfe of Owings Mills, MD, rode ZZ Top to victory in the $5,000 Junior/AmateurOwner Jumper Classic. Wolfe was also named High Junior/ Amateur Owner Jumper Champion, High Junior/Amateur Owner Jumper Circuit Champion, and the Supreme Jumper Circuit Champion.

A DASHING DUO Cathleen Driscoll of Elk Mills, MD, was also successful at the Brandywine Valley Sumer Series, topping the leaderboard with Color Me Blue. The duo won both the new Small Hunter division and the Circuit Championship.

A HORSE WITH AN EDGE Watch out for Donald Cheska and Ericka Baran’s Ad Fundum— they competed in the $10,000 Open Jumer Welcome Prix at Horse Shows by the Bay, and edged off 30 competitors who were vying for the top prize!

HERE I COME ARRIVES Congratulations to Jenni MartinMcAllister. The California-based rider took multiple wins at the Woodside Circuit Opener, held June 20-24, 2012. Her many victories included taking the $2,500 Open Welcome Stake and the $15,000 Woodside Jumper Classic, riding Here I Come. “It was really amazing,” she said of her wins. “I wasn’t expecting

Molly Wolfe rode ZZ Top to victory in the $5,000 Junior/AmateurOwner Jumper Classic at the Brandywine Valley Summer Series.

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Colorado summer Circuit Awards John Pearce with Second Consecutive Grand Prix Win The firsT half of The Colorado summer Circuit came to a close on saturday, June 24, and was highlighted by the $25,000 summer in the rockies iii Grand Prix. eighteen horses and riders competed for first place and a large cash prize at the Colorado horse Park (ChP). This was the third Grand Prix in the series of six events, with the action continuing the week of July 2 with summer in the rockies iV. John Pearce has had an exceptional three weeks, winning two out of the three Grand Prix.

The riders raved about saturday’s course by international designer Marina azevedo of Brazil. The track took advantage of the large derby field at ChP and included a triple combination toward the crowd and an oxer along the ViP seating area, making it exciting for the spectators. “Today’s course was the best of the circuit by far. [The designer] was great; she is one of my favorites,” exclaimed winner, John

Pearce. azevedo had the perfect number of five horses in the jump-off: Pearce and Bjorn ikast with two rides each, and Christian heineking of Wylie, TX. John Pearce had an exceptional three weeks at the Colorado The jump off was Summer Circuit, winning two out of three Grand Prix. a nail-biter with on saturday to the track. “all that was heineking laying down a scorching really different this week was the course, clear trip. Neither Pearce with Johnny and the course was great, and my horse B Good or ikast with Brave heart could was great,” shared Pearce. catch heineking. With his WeG mount finishing in second was ChP Chianto, olympian Pearce gave an newcomer, heineking. he jumped into exciting, determined ride that somehow second place with river of dreams managed to cut .58 seconds off (riverman x Merano). The 15-year-old heineking’s seemingly unbeatable time. oldenburg gelding is owned by ikast and his second mount, Colorado, Caroline Jahr, and has been training were unable to duplicate Pearce’s with heineking for four years. The pair efforts and finished in fourth place. has had an impressive season thus far, in addition to his wins in the Grand winning six Grand Prix events.

Prix, Pearce won a $10,000 Welcome for more information, visit coloradostakes in week ii, along with many other horsepark.com. top placings. he attributed his success

Capital Challenge horse show Premier Destination for Hunter Professionals By lauren fisher

The PresTiGious 2012 CaPiTal Challenge horse show is just around the corner and competition managers are looking forward to bringing another high caliber event to the industry. The show features many of the best horses and riders in the country competing in the hunter, jumper, and equitation disciplines. This year’s event will run september 29 through october 7, returning to Prince George’s equestrian Center in upper Marlboro, Md, for its 19th year.

The 2012 competition begins september 29-30 with the Capital Challenge equitation Weekend, presented by Bigeq.com. The highlight of the weekend is held on sunday, when

the nation’s top qualified children’s equitation riders vie for the national title in the Taylor harris insurance services (This) National Children’s Medal finals. on Monday, october 1, through sunday, october 7, the show continues with the “aa”-rated usef competition. Children, juniors, adults, amateurs, and professionals are all given their time to shine at this top-level event. each year, Capital Challenge highlights the World Championship hunter rider (WChr) Professional finals, where the country’s best go head-to-head, competing for the coveted WChr title. other feature classes include: the North american equitation Championship; the $20,000

John French, shown here on VIP Z, celebrates his WCHR Professional Finals victory at the 2011 Capital Challenge Horse Show.

added future hunter North american Championship; the Taylor harris insurance services (This) National Children’s Medal finals, the North

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devon Horse Show and Country Fair Highlighted by Sapphire’s Retirement, Ward’s Grand Prix Win TWO RECORdS WERE SET AT THE devon Horse Show and Country Fair, May 24 to June 3; ticket sales exceeded $1 million for the first time, and also for the first time two days, Thursday, May 31 and Saturday, June 2, were complete sell-outs. devon was awarded two Observation Events, and those classes brought 11 long-listed Olympic hopefuls, including seven of the top 12 horse and rider combinations.

With what appeared to be a monumental task before him of proving to the Olympic Show Jumping Selection Committee that he was fit to compete in London and that Antares F would be a fitting mount after the retirement of Sapphire, McLain Ward methodically erased all doubts as the week progressed.

On Thursday, there was an emotional farewell to Ward’s Olympic two-time team gold medal partner, Sapphire, during which Ward spoke eloquently and poignantly of his ties to the mare.

Ward certainly wasn’t the only one in the huge crowd that was choked up, as there were very few dry eyes as the mare was led around the ring to allow her fans a final pat.

Then later that evening, Ward won the $100,000 Wells Fargo Grand Prix of devon in a four horse jump-off, finishing with no faults in 34.32 on Antares to beat Margie Engle on Indigo with no faults in 35.28 seconds, Charlie Jayne on Chill RZ, who also had no faults in 39.93 seconds, and Laura Kraut

on Cedric with four faults in 36.99 seconds.

Ward said he was concerned about having to compete in the Grand Prix after the emotional retirement ceremony. “It was bittersweet,” he said. “Not having Sapphire is hard, but she had a great career.

“Antares is a great jumper,” he continued.

“He’s a little hard to ride sometimes, but he always gives everything.”

Ward won the Gambler’s Choice Friday evening on Sagamore Farm’s Apple, (From top) McLain Ward and Antares were victorious in the which made him uncatch$100,000 Wells Fargo Grand Prix; Chill RZ and Charlie Jayne able as Leading Open Jumper rider. On Saturday, won the $50,000 Idle Dice Stake. he finished second in the horse needed stamina. I couldn’t have $50,000 Idle dice Stake to finish an asked more of my horse. I think he’s impressive showing in the Observation Trials and make Antares the devon Open world class.”

Antares was Open Jumper Champion Jumper Champion. with 24.5 points, and Quointreau Un Charlie Jayne on Chill RZ won with Prince, ridden by Laura Chapot and one time fault, and Ward was the owned by Chapot and Ward, was fastest of five with four faults to place reserve champion with 24 points. Ward second. Only one horse, Coral Reef was Leading Open Jumper Rider with Via Volo, under Beezie Madden, went 45 points and, although there is no clean in both rounds, but he jumped reserve Leading Rider, Chapot, who has hors concours as Madden could only been Leading Rider three of the last five compete for prize money on two horses years, was his closest competitor with and she felt he was the least fit of her 30 points. three mounts.

For more information on the devon “[Saturday’s] course was big and as Horse Show and Country Fair, visit technical as Thursday’s,” said Jayne. www.devonhorseshow.net.

“The jumps came up quickly, and your

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Last year, changes included a split in the 3'3'' Amateur-Owner Hunter division to include age divisions of 18-35 and 36 and Over, and this year those divisions will each award more prize money.

The 3'3'' Amateur-Owner Hunters will now give $9,000 in prize money in each section (18-35, 36 and Over), up from

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American Junior/Amateur-Owner Jumper Challenge Cup; and the ARIAT National Adult Medal Finals.

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$6,500 last year. Additional improvements include a new $1,000 Adult Amateur World Champion Under Saddle class. For additional all-weather work space for riders, a new covered ring (150'x325') has been built at the Prince George’s Equestrian Center.

For more information on the 2012 event, please visit capitalchallenge.org or visit the Capital Challenge Horse Show page on Facebook!

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BY KATHRYN SELINGA AND JENNIFER ROBERTS

[LEFT] Phillip Dutton will anchor Team USA at the 2012 Olympics with Mystery Whisper. [RIGHT] Sinead Halpin and Manoir De Carneville were named as alternates to the Olympic team.

OLYMPIC FEVER Let’s hear it for Team USA! Eventing competition at the 2012 London Olympics is about to get underway July 28-31, so be sure to put on your red, white, and blue and cheer on your team: Will Coleman of Gordonsville, VA, and Twizzel; Tiana Coudray of Ojai, CA, and Ringwood Magister; Phillip Dutton of West Grove, PA, and Mystery Whisper; Boyd Martin of Cochranville, PA, and Otis Barbotiere; and Karen O’Connor of Ocala, FL, and Mr. Medicott. Keep up with all of the Olympic action at nbcolympics.com/liveextra.

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If you’re wondering why Sinead Halpin and Manoir de Carneville were left off the Olympic squad, only the selectors may know for sure, but one can speculate.

At the final selection trial at Barbury Castle, the pair had a rough dressage outing and 13.2 time penalties in cross-country, but what likely tipped the scale was “Tate’s” nosebleed after the competition.

“When we finished Barbury he had a slight nosebleed showing he might be having a bit of an allergic reaction to something.

He did not bleed on course and we scoped him and his lungs showed no signs of trauma,” said Halpin in a statement regarding team selection. FEI eventing rules regarding blood on a horse, which have come under fire for inconsistency in recent months, view blood as grounds for elimination.

Halpin chalks the incident up to playing a major role in not being selected, though she was named as an alternate to the team.

FUTURE EVENTERS The USEA has announced that the first of a series of Irish Draught Horse Society of North America (IDHSNA) USEA Future Event Horse (FEH) Educational Seminars will be taking place at Hilltop Farm in Colora, MD, on October 27-28. It will feature lectures and presentations by experienced panelists as well as a free jumping and a three-year-old under saddle class demonstration.

And speaking of FEH and IDHSNA activities, Cedar Ridge Farm in Athens, GA, has added a New Event Horse class to their upcoming annual USEA Young Event and IDHSNA USEA Future Event Horse Series Show, scheduled for August 25 and 26, 2012.

The New Event Horse classes will be held Sunday, August 26 in conjunction with the Young Event Horse classes. The Future Event Horse classes will be held Saturday, August 25.

Cup. This honor is not awarded annually, but is bestowed to one who has made the greatest commitment and personal contribution to the sport.

ROAD TO RECOVERY CONDOLENCES We were sad to hear that Richard Harte Thompson of Malvern, PA, passed away on Tuesday, June 5, 2012. Thompson and his wife, Vita Cowperthwaite Thompson, developed a mutual passion for eventing. The Thompsons volunteered countless hours at the Radnor Hunt Three-Day Event and Radnor Races.

A number of the Thompsons’ horses made significant contributions to the United States Equestrian Team’s success. Most notable of their horses were: Mr. Maxwell, UpStage, Joker’s Wild, St. Barths, Regal Scot, and Castlewellan. Most significant of all was Biko: the 1996 Olympic Silver medalist, 2006 United States Eventing Association (USEA) Hall of Fame inductee and “Horse of the Century.”

Richard’s proudest honor was that of the United States Combined Training Association’s (USCTA, now USEA) Governor’s

Good news for Michael Pollard, who recently revealed that a syndication has been formed to secure the purchase of the 10-year-old Irish-bred gelding Ballingowan Pizazz from Pan American Games Eventing Team Gold Medalist, Shannon Lilley.

“After one of the lowest points of my life I decided I needed to take positive and productive action that would give our team something to look forward to,” said Pollard. “I began sending out some personal messages to past and present supporters in an effort to ask for help in rebuilding, and I have been humbled by the response.”

And, because of the many requests, Pollard Eventing has also established a Road to Recovery fund on its website, where supporters can donate to help cover veterinary and equipment expenses incurred as a result of the trailer accident in which three horses lost their lives, and for which no coverage existed.

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Jonathan Holling and Downtown Harrison won the CCI3*.

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Dutton, also of west grove, Pa, on atlas with 67.4 penalties. Dutton lost his second place position when atlas dropped two rails and incurred a time penalty for not completing the round within the time allowed.

Karen o’Connor of the Plains, Va, rode Mr. Medicott through a faultfree show jumping round in the CiC3* division to win on her dressage score of 43 penalties. the CiC3* division was offered for the first time at Bromont at the specific request of the U.S. and Canadian olympic eventing team selectors.

Second and third place in the CiC3* went « Karen O’Connor and Mr. Medicott took first place in the CIC3*.

to two combinations who also finished on their dressage scores. will Faudree of hoffman, nC, rode andromaque around a beautiful, clear stadium course to second place on 47.4 penalties, and the winner of last year’s Bromont CCi3*, Clark Montgomery of Fairburn, ga, was third with 48 penalties following his fault-free round on loughan glen.

Faudree had a second horse in the top five, placing fourth with 53.8 penalties after adding four faults to his score on Pawlaw.

For more information about the Bromont three Day event, including full results, please visit www.bromontcci.com.

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Jonathan holling won the 2012 Volvo Bromont CCi3* three-Day event, the todd Sandler Challenge, on Sunday, June 10, in Bromont, Quebec. the CiC3* division was won by Karen o’Connor. it was a clean sweep for the USa, with o’Connor also winning the CCi2* and fellow american Buck Davidson winning the CCi1*. holling of ocala, Fl, led the CCi3* division from beginning to end riding Connie holling’s eightyear-old trakehner gelding, Downtown harrison. of the initial 18 combinations in the division, 12 completed the event, which concluded with the show jumping phase. not one of the horses posted a clear round within the time allowed over a demanding course designed by leopoldo Palacios of Venezuela and built by Mauricio garcia of Puerto Rico and Canadian J.P. ayotte. holling, entering the arena last, had two rails in hand and he used them both. an early knock down at the second fence, a vertical, was followed by another vertical down at number five. holling managed to leave the rest of the jumps in their cups, adding eight faults to his score for a total of 58.8, and clinching victory in his horse’s threestar debut.

“My horse ran great yesterday on cross-country, but he is young and i could tell he was tired today,” said holling, whose win at Bromont is a career first in a CCi3*. “after the second rail fell i was doing math in my head as i cantered around, but he jumped better and better as he went. it’s always nice to win on a clear show jumping round, but this is Bromont, and Bromont is always a true test.”

Finishing second in the CCi3* division was australian-born american Boyd Martin of Unionville, Pa, riding trading aces. Martin had one rail down, which was good enough to advance him two places from fourth following cross-country. holding onto third place with an eight fault round was equine veterinarian Kevin Keane of west grove, Pa, riding Fernhill Flutter. his score of 66.6 kept him just ahead of fourth placed Phillip

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place finish with a combined score of 67.868%. The harmony between Vaughn and Donarweiss is exceptional, congratulations!

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IT WAS A WEEKEND of fireworks for Wellingtonbased dressage rider, Caroline Roffman, and her horse, Pie, as the duo dominated the Intermediaire I division at the 2012 Festival of Champions to ride away with the National Championship. While fireworks on a nearby golf course had Pie a little unsettled one night during the competition, Roffman and Pie set off their own fireworks in the ring to win the championship with a 74.535% total for their three classes.

BEBE WINS BIG With the gorgeous USET Foundation Headquarters as a backdrop for the 2012 USEF National Dressage Championships, pony rider Barbara (Bebe) Davis added to the setting by putting in solid tests on both of her ponies and riding away with the National Pony Rider Dressage Championship and Reserve Championship. Davis, of Bedmister, NJ, rides with Dr. Cesar Parra and Katie Riley of Piaffe Performance Farms.

Davis, 14, rode into the arena first with Bohdjan, a 13-year-old Dutch pony gelding.

The duo captured the National Pony Rider Dressage Reserve Championship last year, and this year’s score of 63.615% and 67.561% helped them defend their title with a combined score of 65.588%. “Bobo was more relaxed this year and I was thinking throughout my ride instead of just ‘show’ riding,” Davis said.

While Davis was pleased with her performance on Bohdjan,

she returned to the ring with Poldy 10, a flashy 16-year-old German Riding Pony who stole center stage and the lead with top scores of 66.974% and 70.341%, for a combined score of 68.658%.

Davis’ wins at Gladstone came on the heels of a highly successful winter season for the pony rider, which included winning the Championship and Reserve Championship at the prestigious Palm Beach Dressage Derby in Wellington, FL.

GREAT HARMONY It has been exciting to watch the success of Donarweiss and his new rider, Genay Vaughn, throughout the start of 2012.

Partnered together only since last October, the pair competed in the USEF FEI Young Rider National Championships at the Festival of Champions in Gladstone, NJ. Vaughn and Donarweiss earned a second place in the FEI Young Rider Team Test and third in the FEI Young Rider Individual Test.

They had an overall second

HART, PARA-EQUESTRIAN CHAMPION After earning the 2012 USEF Para-Equestrian Dressage National Championship title on June 13, 2012, Rebecca Hart, 26, of Unionville, PA, and Lord Ludger, owned by Jessica Ransehousen, were invited back to the United States Equestrian Team Foundation’s headquarters at Hamilton Farm. In front of a congregation of press, spectators, and top Olympic dressage athletes, Hart was awarded the perpetual ParaEquestrian Dressage National Championship trophy from presenter Ann Romney. Romney has been a long supporter of dressage, as an owner and athlete, and she is a spokesperson for Multiple Sclerosis, which is one of the many diagnoses that some ParaEquestrian athletes face.

FOY ONLINE Janet Foy, author of the new Trafalgar Square book Dressage for the Not-So-Perfect Horse, recently got back from two

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Cassandra Clarkson’s new colt, Mason, was born on June 28. He is out of the Morgan mare, LPN Just My Style and by the KWPN stallion, Olivier.

Last year Iron Spring Farm was proud to introduce the ISF Dressage IBOP Cup, which awards cash and prizes. The competition returns in 2012 to reward Friesians with a talent for dressage.

Horses entered in the riding IBOP class at the FHANA keurings are eligible for the Cup. The horses with the top five scores nationwide will receive special prizes.

For more information, visit ironspringfarm.com.

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continued from page 177 weekends judging the 2012 uSeF Dressage Festival of Champions in Gladstone, nJ, where Janet helped choose the u.S. Dressage Team that will represent the united States at the london olympics in this month.

She also started-up a brand new blog! according to Janet, “it opens up a whole new world to me. of all the ways i am involved in dressage, i love teaching the best. To be able to reach a larger audience is wonderful and very exciting!”

Check out Janet Foy’s blog at dressagewithjanetfoy.wordpress.com.

New at DaD The Dressage at Devon Horse Show has ushered in the fall since 1975 and planning and preparations are in high gear for the 2012 premier north american equestrian event. While the show will maintain its tradition of a world-class dressage competition combined with the world’s largest openbreed show outside of europe, changes provide new opportunities. new opportunities to shine are now open to three-year olds. The new three-year-old Sport Horse Prospect Championship combines scores from the three-year-old in-hand breed class with Materiale classes where the horse is shown under saddle, providing a more complete assessment of a horse’s potential. new at the breed show will be iberian horses. “among the fantastic breeds that always grace the Dixon oval, this year will also feature the iberian breed. of Spanish descent, these fabled equines of the middle ages, iberians are included in the baroque category. They are strong and agile and possess rare qualities that make them uniquely well-suited for classical dressage,” said Melanie Sloyer, Chair of the Breed Show.

Dressage at Devon takes place from September 25-30, 2012 at the Devon Horse Show Grounds, located on uS route 30, in Devon, Pa. For more information, visit DressageatDevon.org.

CoNfliCt ResolveD The Fei seems to have resolved its conflict with the international Dressage riders Club (iDrC) by placing Kyra Kyrklund on the Dressage Committee as the new athlete’s representative.

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Kemperman (neD). other members are anne Gribbons (uSa), David Hunt (GBr), elisabet lundholm (SWe) and Thomas Baur (Ger). earlier this year, the two organizations were in a bit of a nasty debate over rider representation on the dressage committee. it all started when two athletes were removed from membership in the iDrC and the Fei then began proceedings to suspend the iDrC. The agreement between the two sides includes these three points: The iDrC will allow both athletes previously removed from membership, luis lucio Perez (eSP) and Maria ines Garcia Cuellar (Col) to be members of the iDrC again without any restrictions; the iDrC and the Fei legal Department will cooperate in drafting proposed changes to the iDrC Statutes that will be presented for adoption at the next iDrC General assembly; iDrC President, Kyra Kyrklund, will be immediately appointed by the Fei Bureau as the athletes’ representative to the Fei Dressage Committee on an interim basis, until such time as a permanent appointment is made.

News fRom the NetheRlaNDs news out of the netherlands is that Sjef Janssen will no longer be the Dutch national trainer after this summer’s london olympics. Janssen, who is married to leading Dutch dressage rider, anky van Grunsven, said he wants to spend more time training non-Dutch riders and feels that it would be a conflict to be the Dutch national trainer while helping riders from competitor nations.

DRessage DReams Congratulations to new Jersey-based young rider, nicole Del Giorno. nicole is one of four young riders to be selected for the 2012 olympic Dream Program sponsored by The Dressage Foundation.

The program sends the young riders to europe where they spend 10 days getting a great dressage experience as they visit with top european trainers.

They start their journey on august 12 and along the way will visit with former u.S. team coach, Klaus Balkenhol, Spanish team coach, Jean Bemelmans and German olympians, ingrid Klimke and Hubertus Schmidt, as well as several others depending on their availability, which could include visiting Matthias rath and Totilas and Carl Hester. The three young riders joining nicole on the trip are Catherine Chamberlain from arizona, Jaclyn Pepper from California, and Jennifer Detandt from Florida.

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Nearly a year ago, I wrote about my ottB gelding, Dino. this time I wanted to write about the other ‘guy’ in my life, my Paso Fino gelding, Señor Sancho.

It was June 4, 1999, I left the lights on in my employer’s barn so the haulers could read my note and see the empty stalls. It was sometime between 10:00 p.m. and 6:00 a.m. that a horse trailer pulled into the yard and deposited a mare and a gelding—an injured gelding with blood pooling from his wounds. No immediate care was taken, he had just been left and forgotten. the next morning with significant loss of blood, the gelding had gone into shock.

By the time I got to the barn, the vet was there attending to his injuries.

Seven days a week, I changed his bandages and cleaned his wounds.

In the beginning, I only led him out of his stall and cross-tied him in the aisle, only to return him to his stall when I was done. He was severely lame and refused to place any weight on his right hind. after ten days, we added short walks in the indoor that led to solitary turnout. a little more than two months after his arrival, he was placed back undersaddle and we haven’t looked back since.

He was foaled on august 3, 1987, and registered under the name Intimador de NFC. He has a show record and sired two crops of foals.

I bought him on July 21, 1999, less than two months after his arrival and a month before I ever sat on him. when I look back, it was a crazy thing to do, buy a horse that may never be sound. However, he is sound and not once in the last 13 years has he been

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across the regions lame on that leg. In fact, you have to look closely to see anything. It looks virtually normal. He walks into a trailer fine and hauls comfortably.

Everything that he shouldn’t be able to do, he does.

After my riding accident, I wanted to start riding again, and Sancho helped me heal. When I wanted to experience parade riding, I took Sancho who always loves a crowd, the larger the better. When I wanted to get back out there going to shows and clinics, Sancho was the perfect horse. When I wanted to “Ride with the Best” at Equine Affaire, Sancho got me there and through it! I challenged Sancho with dressage, finding that he loved it. He quickly moved up to schooling Second and Third Level movements. He can perform a shoulder-fore, shoulder-in, leg-yield, half-pass, walking pirouette, turn on the haunches, haunches-in, etc.

My personal favorite was hitting the trails. Over a five-year period, Sancho and I racked up 1,500 miles. I taught him to jump up to 3', over ditches, and up and down banks. He is road safe, ATV safe, bike, roller blade and skate board safe, barking-chasing dog sane,

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and it took some work but Sancho crosses water, too. It doesn’t even matter where Sancho is in the group, he can lead, bring up the rear or be somewhere in the middle—it’s all the same to him. Over the years, he has consistently deemed himself as my “go-to” horse.

He’s my big (albeit, little) tough gelding

who thinks he’s all that, but scoots with his tail between his legs when you yell at him.

Much like how I think Dino and I were meant to find each other, with the passing of time I think the same of Sancho and myself. He’s my boy.

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MORE THAN A HALF MORGAN If you compete with a halfMorgan, consider joining the American Morgan Horse Association’s (AMHA) Half Morgan Competition Program (HCMP). This allows horses with a registered Morgan sire or dam to be eligible for awards and recognition from AMHA. The program, which is in its first year, is divided into five distinct divisions: Open Show, Dressage, Carriage/ CDE, Eventing, and Endurance/ Competitive Trail. Horses are accepted in the program with an initial enrollment fee, with nominal renewal fees annually thereafter.

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with the horse must be AMHA members. Points are accumulated following each competition and submitted for year-end awards in each division.

For more information, visit www.morganhorse.com/ competitions/hmcp or contact Taylor Royals at AMHA, 802-9854944 ext. 401 or email taylor@ morganhorse.com.

A NEW REGISTRAR The Board of Directors of the American Saddlebred Registry and the Board of the American Saddlebred Horse Association (ASHA), are pleased to announce the appointment of Lisa Duncan as the Interim Registrar of the American Saddlebred Registry.

Lisa will assume the role as the Permanent Registrar as soon as the new Executive Director of ASHA is in place. The Registrar’s primary role is to manage and supervise the operation and

CHANGE IS IN THE AIR The National Academy Championship Finals has revamped its program, to be held Friday, November 2 through Sunday, November 4, in Murfreesboro, TN. Savings Bonds can no longer be purchased at the banks, therefore, the winners will receive prize money in the Pleasure divisions. New this year will be prize money awarded to the five- and six-year-olds and the eight- and nine-year-olds.

Due to the high volume of the previous year’s entries, a total of 22 classes had to be split, making for a very long day and evening. New this year, the show will begin at 10:00 a.m. on Friday morning to help manage the multitude of entries. Last year, 823 entries competed for the Crown of National Academy Champion from 14 states.

The Equitation division will receive a National Academy Champion jacket and a National Academy Champion director’s chair. The Senior Walk-TrotCanter Equitation winner will also receive a $1,000 scholarship to William Woods University in Fulton, MO, and the Junior WalkTrot-Canter Equitation winner will receive a Jeffries Cut Back Show Saddle.

The judges for the 2012 show are Cindy Munier of Belchertown, MA; Sheri Brandl of Oconomowoc, WI; and Mark Bodnar of Marengo, IL. The National Academy Championship Finals is an event you will never forget! Come “Catch the Vision.” After all, this is the future of our industry!

For more information, contact: Joyce Webster, 147 Saddlebred Drive, Hartselle, AL 35640; or joyce-webster@ att.net.

A HELPING HOOF The Morgan stallion Astronomicallee (Futurity French Command x Liberation Starbrite), owned by C. A. “Tony” Lee III, is now the sponsor for fellow Morgans, Gem and Samson, of Jasper’s Equines Assisting Special Individuals (EASI) program. EASI provides safe and effective therapeutic riding for people with disabilities or special needs in Jasper, AL, and surrounding areas. The sponsorships will help cover farrier and vet care, dental, special supplements, and anything else that the horses need throughout the year.

Astronomicallee is currently one of the top 10 producers of champion Morgan horses in the world. His accomplishments as a Morgan sire continue to chart his path in history.

For more information on EASI, go to www.easitrc.org.

Astronomicallee can be found at www.astronomicallee.com.

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The Morgan stallion Astronomicallee.

affairs of the Registry, and administer the overall missions of the Registry, which are (i) to establish, maintain and publish a register for the recording of pedigrees and transfers of ownership, and (ii) to guard the purity of the breed.

The ASHA Board feels that Lisa’s background and experience makes her uniquely qualified for this important position. Lisa is a lifelong horsewoman and is very knowledgeable about the breed. As a graduate of the University of Kentucky, where she majored in Agriculture Education with a specialty in Equine Science, Lisa has over 20 years of experience working in various positions in the Saddlebred industry.

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The Team Morgan competition was held at the Bluegrass Morgan Classic.

Bluegrass Morgan Classic horse show Features Top Competitors in the Industry

By Dana Bauries

The Third annual Bluegrass Morgan Classic horse show was held at the beautiful Kentucky horse Park in lexington, KY, on July 4-7 2012. The show was an useF “a”-rated show that featured some of the top Morgan horses and exhibitors in the country competing for prizes in the in-hand, saddle seat, hunt seat, western, equitation, and driving divisions. a wide range of events were scheduled during the show, including a Youth of the Year Contest, the american Morgan horse association Judging school, and the international Youth Competition between Team Morgan (united states) and Team Boerperd (south africa). amanda dupont of Port Matilda, Pa, officiated over a wide range of classes, including the mares in-hand, Fitting and showmanship, hunter Pleasure, Western Pleasure, and Carriage driving to name a few, while gerry ruston, from Perris, Ca, judged the stallions in-hand, geldings in-hand, english Pleasure, Pleasure driving, Classic Pleasure saddle, Classic Pleasure driving, Park saddle, Park harness, and saddle seat equitation classes. Karen homer Brown of georgetown, KY, joined dupont, and ruston on the three-judge panel for the international Youth Competition.

The international Youth Competition was a unique and exciting event that occurred throughout the show. during the competition, members from Team

was provided by the Bluegrass Morgan horse association for exhibitors of the international Youth competition following the awards ceremony on saturday night. a fun addition to the show was the “leave Your Mark at the Park.” Winners of all championships received a Morgan Pavilion brick with the 11 grand Championship winners receiving a Morgan Pavilion Patio stone, which will be displayed at the Morgan Pavillion.

Morgan (united states) and Team Boerperd (south africa) competed in the saddle seat, hunt seat, and driving divisions. saturday evening an awards SINCE 1989 ceremony was held to represent individual awards and team awards.

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lenge that came along. The skilled services of TD Penny Nicely and Scorer Thomas Smith contributed to the efficiency of the event. As always, multitalented Grounds Manager Larry Haas was on hand to respond to the unforeseen. Gina Miner made a return appearance as Secretary for the fourth year running. Between Gina and Thomas, accommodations went smoothly for multiple runs; one navigator went around the course three times. Try juggling that one!

[LEFT] Chester Weber and his team tackle the cones phase during the 2012 CAI Lähden.

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American combined driver, Chester Weber, kicked off his summer European tour in style. Weber, the nine-time USEF National Four-In-Hand Champion, competed at CAI Lähden in Germany where he set the dressage ring on fire with a score of 36.35 to ultimately drive away in second place for the entire competition.

Weber was thrilled with his team’s performance, a team comprised of horses owned by Weber and Jane Forbes Clark.

“During the Lähden CAI my team went very well and I am pleased at how they are shaping up for the coming events in Aachen and Riesenbeck. It is humbling to work with our team, they truly are a great group,” Weber said. “While we had a fantastic and winning dressage score, the highlight of the competition was our marathon. The horses worked like a train, it was thrilling.”

Lifelong horse enthusiast Sherri Heichelbech, of Fort Branch, IN, won a free training session with three-time national combined driving champion, Shelly Temple, in a recent contest sponsored by Kentucky Equine Research (KER).

“I am so excited! I signed up for the contest because I am eager to learn more about combined driving, and Shelly Temple has such a great reputation,” said Heichelbech, who has been pleasure driving for several years but plans to compete in a combined driving event for the first time this summer.

The training session will be held in Windsor, SC, which is home to Catalyst Driving, Temple’s training facility. Temple is one of several equestrians sponsored by KER.

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MEDALLION MOVES The American Hackney Horse Society Youth Medallion finals have been moved to the Mid

America Mane Event Horse Show held at Springfield, IL, on October 18 - 21, 2012. Any classes after the finals at Mane Event will qualify for the Youth Medallion finals in 2013.

The UPHA/American Royal Horse Show will still offer the AHHS Youth Medallion classes, which qualify exhibitors for the 2013 AHHS Youth Medallion Finals.

FOURTH TIME’S THE CHARM This year’s Vineyard Classic CDE, held at the Woodland Stallion Station in Woodland, CA, represented the best of what combined driving is all about: generosity, sportsmanship, and people helping each other.

Compared to last year, when organizer Shelley Chavoor had to contend with adversities— from the inexplicable failure of walkie-talkies to repeated, unannounced changes of the marathon course—the 2012 staff was on top of every chal-

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CONDOLENCES Thomas James Hilgenberg passed away peacefully, at home in Newnan, GA, on June 1, 2012, surrounded by family. He married Charlene Huhn in 1964, and they had a daughter, Heidi, in 1965 and a son, Christopher Thomas, in 1971.

Charlene was already involved in horses and Tom dove right into that world. They established Great Oaks Morgans in Newnan, GA, in 1965. In the late 80s, Tom turned his competitive focus toward competitive carriage driving, becoming an active participant as well as leader in the driving community. His passion for the sport culminated with him being a member of the 1998 Silver Medal winning USET Single Horse Carriage Driving team in Ebbs, Austria, with Georgia bred Morgan gelding, Who’s Zooming Who. Additionally, he was the top finishing American out of 60 competitors. After retiring from competition, he continued as an active member in the driving community as a judge, trainer and committee member for several years until ill health forced him to a less active life.

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AuGuST IS A VERY BuSY MONTH for Western Reserve Carriage Association (WRCA) members. A very full day is planned for the Tannerwood Farms Drive Saturday, August 18. Hosts Ted and Sunny Jones have beautiful trails that go around the farm and through the woods. Drivers can also test their skill in the cones course, receive instruction in the regulation size dressage ring, and practice going through a water hazard.

Just a week later, Floyd and Linda Wells will be hosting their annual drive at the Carlisle Reservation, the largest of the Lorain County Metro Parks. Scheduled for Sunday August 26, the event features miles of wide, dry, smooth trails (perfect for antique vehicles) through meadows and woods.

Both August drives will have a meeting at 11:30 a.m. followed by a potluck lunch at noon. For directions and more information, go to wrcarriage.com.

Several WRCA members are waiting for the final results from the WRCA CAA Proficiency Weekend held July 6 – 8 at Maple Crest Farm, Brecksville, OH. Jerry Trapani, of Ipslip, NY, evaluated participating members on their driving skills, safety procedures, harness and carriage knowledge, and general horse, harness and vehicle care. Level One requirements, benchmarks for drivers

with some experience, Level Two, for more advanced drivers, and the Road Test challenged participants. The CAA Proficiency Program has been designed by the Carriage Association of America to help all drivers become safer and more skilled while enjoying their time “on the box.” Check www.caaonline. com for more information about the Proficiency Program.

The WRCA raffle for the Bowman Leather Carriage Show Harness is going well. The winner will have a beautiful harness custom made for the equine of their choice. Only 500 tickets are available and the drawing will be held October 14 during the National Drive at the Kentucky Horse Park. The raffle provides funds for such educational events as the recent Proficiency Weekend, helping WRCA achieve its mission of making members safer, better drivers.

Readers needing tickets for the harness should check wrcarriage. com for details and contacts for

obtaining tickets.

Congratulations go out to Margaret Shenker for her champion earning performance at the Gayla CDE. She and her Morgan pony Lookaway’s Me Too garnered the trophy for top performance overall in the Preliminary division. At the same event Bob Burrows won in training horse pair while Susan Burrows, Wendy Pengal, Stacey Giere, Bev Patrick, and Jon Roemer picked up awards in their divisions. At the Elk Creek CDE Bob Burrows was second in Training Horse Pairs, Dr. Pam Hess was third in Preliminary Single Pony, and Donna Crookston was sixth in Preliminary Single Horse.

A number of WRCA members will be heading to Pittsford, NY, for the Walnut Hill Carriage Driving Show August 8 – 12 either as competitors, grooms, or spectators. The show features the finest pleasure driving turnouts found anywhere along with beautifully appointed coaches, picnics on the lawn, flowers everywhere, and a Victorian ambience second to none.

Mary Ann Tock and her brave Mini take on the Tannerwood water hazard.

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Black swamp driving Club Announces Its Summer Schedule Submitted by roger HigginS Jr. / reporter

It’s August And thIngs Are heating up! the Black swamp driving Club (BsdC) is moving on! We have a couple of new drives just added. It’s not too late to have a drive this year. Just let us know and we can add it to the list. the list of drives and events for the club include a day trip to see a sleigh collection in Oak harbor, Oh, on August 12; the Parker Bridge drive in upper sandusky, Oh, on september 16; the Coon hunters drive in tiffin, Oh, on september 23; the hite’s Log Cabin drive in Kenton, Oh, on October 6; the Vail Meadows-Maumee state Park drive in Oregon, Oh, on October 28; and Christmas on the Farm in Kenton, Oh, in december.

Please watch the BsdC newsletter for updates and confirmations of driving events. some events may be confirmed or changed at the last minute and I may

not have to get the information in the article. directions and times are in the newsletter.

Please remember, if you are hosting a drive submit your details to Jackie so the information gets in the newsletter.

You can always give the details to any board member and we can make sure she gets it. Please submit your event details as soon as possible. We don’t want to miss important information regarding your event. sometimes it’s too late when we get the information, so the sooner, the better.

We have had a great time so far this year. the club has enjoyed several drives and events, and we are looking forward to more in the coming months. the day trips were awesome, the Carriage round-up was great, the safety Clinic was a success, in all, the club is covering a lot of territory, from hands-on driving

to education regarding driving.

Congratulations to Mary elliott and Linda spears! they brought the club to a winning prize at the Carriage round-up at the Kentucky horse Park. they were the force behind the tailgate party. the theme “red solo Cup” was awesome! thanks ladies, it was great!

On behave of the BsdC, “thanks” go to suzie and Charlie Pope and their staff for hosting the Carriage round-up. It was a great time, everyone enjoyed it!

If anyone has any news or photos that you would like to place in the article, please email me at higgy122@msn.com or call me at 740-251-7193. that way we won’t miss anyone, or any news that we need to share. the club extends an open invitation to the public to come and join us. We do have a good time and always keep safety a priority. We have a lot going on. some events are completed and others are yet to be held, so come and check us out.

For more information on the Black swamp driving Club, please visit blackswampdrivingclub.com.

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arabian news September 23-24, 2012, will be the AHA 70-mile Competitive Trail Ride Championship. For more information, visit www.

ArabianHorses.org.

to each other. Debbie has many goals set for herself, including showing over fences, dressage, and endurance!

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Angelica Bay+// continued her winning ways at NJHAHA, VAHA, and the Blue Ridge Classics.

SOLD! Congratulations to Sylvio Barbosa of Rancho Arabco on the purchase of the beautiful purebred mare, Rose of Versace JG (Versace X Bint Gypsy Rose), from PCF Arabians of Tonasket, WA, and Scottsdale, AZ.

NEWS FROM STONE HOLLOW SPORT HORSES The New Jersey Half Arabian Horse Association, the Virginia Arabian Horse Association, and Blue Ridge Classics were destinations for Stone Hollow Sport Horses, and all the horses went well, earning so many ribbons it truly was difficult to keep track!

Beth Thomas tells us, “Reliable campaigners, Angelica Bay+// and FR Hercules+++/ continued their winning ways in Sport Horse, Working Hunter, Hunter Hack and Adult Amateur To Ride Equitation. RA Peaceinyourheart and JoPam Royal Dilema returned to the show ring after brief absences and shook the rust off to win some nice ribbons for their amateur riders. GA E-Khwaytor is continuing his improvements and moving on up in Sport Horse, Hunter Hack and Working Hunter. His smaller stable mate, BC Sadiki, is figuring out the

jumps for the 14.2 and unders.

This little guy is a powerhouse over fences! We also brought Avatara Rama Seeta into some junior sport horse and hunter hacks and are trying to decide whether hunter or dressage will be her forte!”

WELCOME LES Belvedere Farm of Cedartown, GA, is excited to announce that they have welcomed Les Sichini to their training team.

Belvedere Farms offers training and marketing services on an international level, and they are thrilled with the addition of Les’ talent and experience.

SAVE THE DATE The National Distance Championship will be held at the Biltmore Equestrian Center in Asheville, NC. It will be held in conjunction with the American Endurance Ride Conference (AERC) National Championship Ride. September 20, 2012, will be the Arabian Horse Association (AHA)/Adequan AERC National 100-mile Endurance Championship.

The AHA/Adequan AERC National 50-mile Endurance Championship will take place on September 22, 2012.

Michael “Mike” Fidel Villasenor, age 62, died of natural causes on June 15, 2012 at his home.

Born on June 17, 1949 in Oxnard, CA, Mike was the son of Fidel and Mary (Cerne) Villasenor. He attended Chatsworth High School before serving his country as a member of the United States Marine Reserves.

Mike was a valued friend and mentor to many, as he was a world-renowned judge and trainer of Arabian horses.

Between 1971 and 1997 he owned and operated multiple Arabian stables and managed many international auctions.

His most recent position was as General Manager at Arabian Horse Times magazine.

He served on many committees within the Arabian Horse Association and judged at the international level. Mike was very proud that he had attended every U.S. Nationals competition since the organization’s inception in 1955.

WELCOME TO ARABIANS Stone Hollow Sport Horses welcomes Debbie Smith. Debbie has moved to Johnstown, PA, from Ohio and bought a farm there. Beth Thomas was giving Debbie a lesson on her Quarter Horse mare along with Miranda Kuchera and her Anglo gelding, Peace, and Debbie fell in love with him. She decided she needed something similar. The hunt started and ended just a week later with the purchase of the half Arabian mare, EF Llameri, from Pam Dors of Evergreen Farm in Virginia. This is a match made in heaven as horse and rider are well suited

The entry deadline for two national shows are this month.

Sport Horse Nationals, in Nampa, ID, has an entry deadline of August 6, 2012, and U.S. Nationals, in Tulsa, OK, are due August 24, 2012. Visit www.ArabianHorses.org for entry forms and a complete national omnibus. Hate filling out forms? Do entries online and automatically be eligible for the drawing for a free stall! One stall will be given away for each national show.

HELMET AWARENESS Following Adrienne Leong’s fall last year, the Arabian Horsemen’s Helmet Alliance (AHHA) is still raising funds and offering venues to raise awareness about the challenges that Adrienne faces. AHHA is selling a lapel pin with an “A” for Adrienne; the lapel pins are available at horse shows, eBay, on Facebook and at other events. Look for the AHHA in your area and purchase a pin to support Adrienne’s recovery as well as promote helmet awareness.

ROCKY MOUNTAIN FEVER AHA and the Annual Convention planning committee are excited to welcome you back “Rocky Mountain Style” for the 2012 Annual Membership Convention on November 14-17, 2012. Join fellow Arabian horse enthusiasts, friends, and industry professionals in beautiful Denver, CO, for fun events, education opportunities and AHA business.

AHA is planning exciting offsite events and activities to enhance the experience as well.

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Caitlyn Saranchak and her own Angelica Bay in the Hunt Seat Equita- Lynn and Natalie Hunt’s stallion, Ressitution, was champion in the tion Adult Amateur to Ride class; the duo received reserve champion- Purebred Western Pleasure Junior Horse class. ship honors for their ride.

Region 15 Championships Not Just Another Horse Show and ellen Shevella of lexington, VA, officiated over the Markel Firecracker Classic Pre-Show with the new Jackpot classes. William Fairchild of Zebulon, GA, handled the Working Western classes at the Region 15 Championships. the team of Bruce Bates (Wyandotte, OK), Steve lieblang (Richmond, tX), and Kim Morgan (Pilot Point, tX) judged the main ring classes for the Region 15 Championships. the dressage judging was done by Arlene Rigdon (Olathe, KS) and Dr. Paramjeet Chopra (Verona, WI), while Diana Cappallenti (Ashland, VA) presided over the Working hunter and Sport horse classes. new this year, the sport horse classes were split by type—hunter and dressage—and then the winners were brought back for a $1,000 Supreme Sport horse under Saddle GA E-Khwaytor was the champion of the Purebred Hunter Hack Junior Horse class with his owner, Karen Morris.

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Evan Almighty and Katie Garland in the Half-Arabian Hunter Pleasure Junior Horse class.

class. Congratulations to Katie Knick and Just Win Baby on bringing home this top honor in this exciting class.

Region 15 is always complimented on its fabulous exhibitor service, and this year was no different. not only did the show provide a free continental breakfast, but also the famous barn party was back again in full force. What was the crowning moment of the exhibitor party fun? the dunk tank of course! the perfect chance to get your favorite trainer a bit wet!

For more information and complete results, visit www.Region15.com.

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On July 4-8, 2012, the ReGIOn 15 2012 Championships and the Markel Firecracker Classic were held in lexington, VA. Giving away thousands of dollars in cash and merchandise, the exhibitors went home with a smile on their faces! In celebration of the holiday, there was a brilliant display of fireworks on the hill Wednesday night after the Markel Firecracker Classic.

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Munger of Atlanta, GA, aboard Surely A Smartpepto and Javier Melo of Pinecrest, FL, riding Wimpy Little Girl.

AN IDEAL WAY TO SPEND INDEPENDENCE DAY The Ranch Sorting National Championships (RSNC) attracted 6,056 teams to their event held July 3-8, 2012 at the Merial National Finals in Oklahoma, City, OK, and held in conjunction with Battle in the Saddle. Between a large line-up of classes, a dance sponsored

by SF Quarter Horses that was held Wednesday, July 4 and the unveiling of the RSNC song by Barry Ward, a great time was had by all. Over 30 states were represented at the event, with $298,649 in payouts awarded.

To view the full results, visit rsnc.us.

WORLD CLASS CUTTING

Andrea Fappani became the newest NRHA Three Million Dollar Rider at the 2012 NRHA Derby.

One and a half years ago, top reining rider Andrea Fappani earned Two Million Dollar rider status. Now he’s reached his next goal—becoming the newest National Reining Horse Association (NRHA) Three Million Dollar Rider. He hit this milestone while at the 2012 NRHA Derby in Oklahoma City, OK, while earning the NRHA Derby Level 4 Open Reserve Co-Championship on Tinker With Guns. Also helping seal his fate was his fourth place win aboard Lil Joe Cash in the Level 4 Open division and his top ten finish in the Level 4 Open division riding Smoking Whiz.

He also won the Level 4 Open 7 & Up division riding Dreamy Little Sailor. Fappani earned

an overall paycheck of $75,000 at the show, which pushed his lifetime earnings up to nearly $3,022,000.

…AND FLARIDA EARNS THE WIN Shawn Flarida topped the field of over 500 entries in the NRHA Open Derby Championship aboard Spooks Gotta Whiz.

TIE BREAKER Congratulations to Layla Choate of Hazel, KY. Choate took top honors in the 19-21 age division riding Plus One Chex at the USEF National Youth Reining Championships.

After tying with Michael Pope of Theodore, AL, Choate returned to the competition ring for a run off, and earned

the win with a score of 144, beating Pope’s 143.

A PRETTY WIN Elizabeth Cosper of Wilmington, NC, also went home with a win at the USEF National Youth Reining Championships.

Riding Magnums Pretty Lady, Cosper bested ten top riders in the 14-18 age division.

Although it was a close competition, Cosper’s score of 139.5 beat out Hailey

NRHA Open Derby Champion Shawn Flarida riding Spooks Gotta Whiz.

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FAPPANI DOES IT AGAIN…

Rainbow Run Farm announces upcoming events for the months of August and September. First up are their NCHA cutting competitions, to be held August 31 and September 1-2, respectively.

Visit rainbowrunfarm.com for more information.

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from the Autumn Rose equestrian team, was awarded the nRhA sportsmanship Award for displaying exceptional sportsmanship during the 2012 Western national finals. the ieA high Point Crossover Rider Award, which is presented to a student who rides in western and hunt seat disciplines, was given to haley Ruffner from the Alfred University interscholastic equestrian team in Alfred, nY. she qualified for both the individual western and hunt seat national finals in 2012. the team spirit Award was given to Autumn Rose equestrian team for their great attitude and participation throughout the finals event. each year the ieA recognizes the exceptional horse that participates in the finals competition. this year, the outstanding Western horse was tuff to hang With. sponsored by nRhA, tuff to hang With was donated by Jeremy lipps/lipps horse training. for more information, please view the ieA website at rideiea.org.

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Varsity open division. in the second annual interscholastic Reining Championship, among the top four youth riders of the ieA and the top four nRhYA riders, the winner was nRhYA rider sarah shaffer of Columbus, oh. ieA rider Austin Jewell of Conyers, GA, finished second in a very close competition that included a ride-off for first place. in the ieA upper school team competition, the KM equestrian team from findlay, oh, earned the championship title. Autumn Rose equestrian team of Plain City, oh, was the reserve champion team. in the middle school competition, Dare equestrian team received the championship title. the hammond school of Columbia, sC, finished as the reserve champion. the ieA holds the trait of good sportsmanship among riders and coaches to the highest regard. for this reason, two awards were given to recognize rider-members who displayed exceptional sportsmanship. in conjunction with the intercollegiate horse show Association (ihsA), Zac Brown, from the hancock horseman equestrian team in findlay, oh, won the ieA national sportsmanship Award. holly Phillips,

Upper School Champions from the KM Equestrian Team (L - R) Jason Schmeidebusch, Taylor Overmier, Lindsey Arns, Alexis Osting, and Coach Katie Morehead.

(L â&#x20AC;&#x201C; R) NRHYA President Blair Willette and Roxane Lawrence, with Middle School Champions from the Dare Equestrian Team: Mary Kramer, Sean Sullivan, Lexie Rehm, Coach Linda Dare, and Myron Leff.

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A totAl of 147 of the nAtionâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s leading middle school and high school equestrians competed at the oklahoma state fairgrounds in oklahoma City, oK, on June 28-30, 2012. the interscholastic equestrian Association (ieA) studentriders competed during the national Reining horse Association (nRhA) Derby. the nRhA and the national Reining horse Youth Association (nRhYA) are affiliates of the ieA and sponsored the event. the finalists represented 33 teams from seven zones throughout the United states. individuals and teams participated in multiple competitions during the 20112012 regular season shows, regional and zone finals to qualify for the ieA national finals competition.

Riders competed in reining and horsemanship contests, and the ieA format requires that riders compete in unfamiliar tack on unfamiliar mounts; therefore, each rider draws a horse the day of competition and enters the arena after a brief, if any, warm-up. in the individual competition, senior Carly Bedinghaus, who rides for the Dare equestrian team in hilliard, oh, was named the ieA Champion Western Rider of the Year. Bedinghaus accumulated the most points in the individual

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hall of Fame Members honored at NCHA’s Annual Convention The NaTioNal CuTTiNg horse association held its annual convention June 22-24 at the loew’s Vanderbilt hotel in Nashville, TN. New officers were elected and hall of Fame inductees were recognized at the event. inductees for 2012 included rufus hayes, of Milton, Fl; Bob Joy, of Cresson, TX; Jim Milner, of south lake, TX; Mary Jo Milner, of south lake, TX; Terry strange of houston, TX; and the late Dan evans of Canal Winchester, oh.

(Left) Jim Milner and (Right) Terry Strange receive their Hall of Fame induction awards at the annual NCHA Convention.

Rufus Hayes For over five decades, rufus hayes has been training, riding, and showing cutting horses. hayes has been a member since 1977 and has NCha earnings of $197,222. he has also introduced countless people to the sport of cutting and to the National Cutting horse association.

Bob Joy Bob Joy isn’t known for his cutting accomplishments, but what he is known for is his help in making champion runs happen and making the NCha produced cuttings happen. For more than 30 years, Joy has overseen the selection, procurement, sorting, and management of the NCha-sponsored cuttings. in addition to his work for NCha, Joy and his wife also manage helen groves’ ranch in Cresson, TX.

Jim Milner Few are more accomplished than Jim Milner, but key to his success is his wife, Mary Jo. The couple has become cutting icons, and their involvement and influence has been tremendous. With more than $1.3 million in NCha earnings, Milner has also been involved on the management side of NCha. Milner has served as the Chairman of the Finance committee and has served on the Non-Pro, limited aged, and Non-Pro/amateur review committees. in addition, Milner was the association’s president from 1999-2000.

Mary Jo Milner Behind every great man is said to be a great woman, but in the case of the Milners, Mrs. Mary Jo Milner stands beside her husband as they support each other.

Mary Jo is a seven-time NCha Non-Pro World Champion and has won over $2.1 million in the cutting pen. she has served on numerous committees including the open show, Non-Pro, and Youth Committee, as well as the World series of Cutting Task Force. Milner was also a co-founder of the Cutters in action organization.

businessman, evans used his creative business skills to showcase cutting in a wide variety of settings, including schools and political fundraisers. evans worked alongside friend and trainer, Chuck smith, to hold over 120 cuttings and 13 limited aged events.

For more information visit nchacutting.com or call 817-244-6188.

Terry Strange Terry strange did not start his involvement with cutting horses at a young age, but when he did join the sport, he immersed himself in it. strange has owned and shown cutting horses since his discovery of the sport, but one of his most significant contributions has been working on the Finance Committee for nine years.

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BY JENNIFER ROBERTS AND ELISABETH PROUTY-GILBRIDE

TAR HEEL SUCCESS NCQHA, NCQHYA and Little Futurity would like to thank everyone for making the Tar Heel Triple Classic a huge success.

The Youth shows had a total of 3,278 entries, the Little Futurity had 539 entries and the NCQHA Jamboree had 4,320 entries.

That is a total of 7,598 entries for the AQHA shows alone. They appreciate all of the exhibitors, sponsors, volunteers, judges and vendors for making this the best show they have had thus far. The weather was good, the prizes were awesome and everyone seemed to have a good time.

AQHYA President Mark Mowbray receives the Wrangler Aspire Award at the 2012 YES conference.

SAY YES! This year’s Bank of America AQHYA Youth Excellence Seminar saw 161 AQHA youth and 43 advisers who journeyed from across the map to gather June 21-23 in Amarillo, TX. The YES conference is the annual destination where AQHYA members gather and engage in

two and a half days of conferences, leadership exercises and politicking. The following AQHYA members will lead the association in 2012-2013: President: Mark Mowbray of Rhodesdale, MD; Vice President: Jordan Boyd of Sarasota, FL; Secretary: Bailey Mierzejewski of Mount Sterling, OH; Treasurer: Austin Halvorson of Guthrie, OK; and Sentinel:

Lauren Diaz of Heath, OH. For Mark Mowbray, the newly elected AQHYA President, impacting fellow American Quarter Horse enthusiasts is something he has had his eye on for a while.

“I have been in this organization since I was born, and there has never been a dull moment,” Mark says. “I’m really looking forward to working with this new group (of officers) because they seem like a great group of individuals. They have a lot of drive; I can’t wait.”

GOOD LUCK

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Congratulations and Good Luck to the NCQHYA Youth Team competing at the AQHYA World Show August 3-11, 2012 in Oklahoma City. The team consists of Kathryn Clark, John Martin Falls, William Curtis McCraw, Leah Grace Mooney, Grace Nettles, Allison Tamulewicz, Oliva Lee Turner and Nika Nilicins. We can’t wait to see them enter the ring!

Gills Bay Boy, known to rodeo fans as “Scamper,” died July 4, 2012. Gills Bay Boy (Gill’s Sonny Boy X Drapers Jay) was foaled in 1977. The bay gelding was bred

by Walter Draper of Wetmore, CO, and was owned for most of his life by Charmayne James, who now lives in Boerne, TX. According to Charmayne’s website, his death was peaceful.

The Professional Rodeo Cowboys Association inducted the horse into the Hall of Fame in 1996. He was a six-time Women’s Professional Rodeo Association Horse of the Year in barrel racing and won the AQHA Silver Spur Award in 1992.

A RED HOT SHOW Just in from the American Quarter Horse Association, the Oklahoma Quarter Horse Association’s (OKQHA) Redbud Spectacular was rated #1 on the top 10 circuits in the nation list.

If you missed this year’s event, held May 31-June 10, stay tuned in an upcoming issue for the dates of the 2013 show.

Next up for the OKQHA is its All Novice/Open Shows on September 8 and 9, 2012 at the Grady County Fairgrounds in Chickasha, OK. If you’re in the area, be sure to check it out!

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(L) R.L. Chartier rode SL Jaybird to the win in AQHA Senior Cutting and in the NCHA Mercuria World Series of Cutting.

(Below) Australian colt-breaker Guy McLean entertains the crowd at Battle in the Saddle.

Battle in the Saddle Wraps Up Three Days of Competition Show ReSultS Ten of THe ToP CoMPeTIToRS from the American Quarter Horse Association, American Rope Horse futurity Association, Cowboy Mounted Shooting Association, national Cutting Horse Association and national Reined Cow Horse Association competed over three days for top honors.

The exhibitors competed in four events to determine who would be crowned the 2012 World’s Greatest Horseman and go on to the 2013 nRCHA World’s Greatest Horseman competition in San Angelo, TX. Adan Banuelos of Jacksboro, TX, representing the national Cutting Horse Association, beat out his competition by over 30 points.

Banuelos rode the American Quarter Horse MH Boon In My Blood, owned by Sandy Jirkovsky of Kearney, ne. The 2003 sorrel gelding by Bodee Boonsmal and out of Royal Lenabell by Smart Little Lena was bred by Western States Ranches of Dublin, TX. The pair scored a 217 in cutting, 225 in steer stopping, 215.5 in reining and 215.5 in fence work.

Banuelos received a prize package including a 100X cowboy hat from Shorty’s Caboy Hattery, an AQHA saddle pad, his name and association represented on a perpetual plaque displayed at State fair Park and earned a paid entry into the 2013 nRCHA World’s Greatest Horseman competition.

The 24-year-old was the American Quarter Horse Youth Association world champion in cutting in 2005 and the reserve world champion in 2006. After his youth career ended, he turned pro, following in the footsteps of his father, national Cutting Horse Association Hall of fame rider Ascencion Banuelos of Jacksboro, TX. “I’m blessed and excited and happy and lucky—just humbled,” Adan said.

“I’ve had some really good friends, (Chris Dawson and Sandy Jirkovsky), helping me, and it’s their horse, and I’m very grateful for that. I think the hardest part of this competition is just keeping a level head all the way through it and not getting carried away in any event.”

The individual results are:

1. adan Banuelos of Jacksboro, TX, representing nCHa 2. Tripp Townsend of earth, TX, representing aqHa 3. Chad little of Saint Michael, Mn, representing CMSa 4. Dustin rogers of Blanchard, oK, representing nrCHa 5. Jamie Stover ofabilene, KS, representing arHFa 6. Gary Wells of lone Grove, oK, representing arHFa 7. Ben Baldus of electra, TX, representing aqHa 8. natalie Johnson of Phoenix, aZ, representing CMSa 9. Thomas C. Scheer of Sumerall, MS, representing nrCHa 10. Bubba Matlock of Perrin, TX, representing nCHa

The team results are: 1. aqHa with 1664 points 2. arHFa with 1663 points 3. CMSa with 1602.5 points 4. nCHa with 1486.5 points 5. nrCHa with 1468.5 points

for more information on the 2012 World’s Greatest Horseman Shootout, visit battleinthesaddle.com.

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american bashkir Curly Registry Celebrates Big Success at Ohio Equine Affaire Submitted by tom and Carol baldwin

My husband ToM and I have owned Curly horses since 2005. It has been a dream come true in so many ways! Wanting to learn as much as we could about horses, we attended the ohio equine affaire in 2008. What a place to be if you are a horse lover! The affaire presented top clinicians, top equine vets and researchers, world class performances and an endless array of horse tack and bling! The four-day event fills the Columbus area with thousands of horse lovers, rigs, cowboy hats, boots and sparkle!

In 2011, we returned to Columbus to once more enjoy the world of the horse.

Making our way through the arenas, breed pavilion, horse and farm barn, and rig displays we noticed that there were no curly horses to be foundâ&#x20AC;Ś anywhere! here is an opportunity to help folks learn about the breed. both of us were educators for over 30 years, so bringing Curlies to equine affaire was added to our agenda.

Planning and preparation to attend the 2012 affaire began at the 2011 event

tom and brenda mcnally Hardscrabble farms 7 town Shed rd Minerva, Ny 12851-9713 518-251-3424 curlynut@frontiernet.net

with a visit to debbie Putnam, breed Pavilion Coordinator for the equine affaire. she was so excited to learn we wanted to bring Curlies.

With her guidance and expertise, we successfully filled out forms, met timelines, etc. on april 11, 2012 we loaded up three of our Curly horses and headed to ohio to participate in the 2012 equine affaire. over the four-day event, our horses were on display in the breed Pavilion at the voinovich arena and in the Gilligan Complex at the horse and Farm exhibit. We were able to take our horses to three breed demos (two in the youth Pavilion plus one riding demo in the voinovich arena) and one of our horses was a model for an anatomy presentation! We answered hundreds of questions about our horses. so many folks had never even heard about the Curly horse. our Curlies still had much of their winter coat and visitors enjoyed petting and touching their soft curls and waves. They marveled at the dreadlock manes and

the fact that some horses lose their mane and tail only to grow it back over the winter. visitors loved on our extreme curly Warrior as they asked if he ever grew a mane or tail.

It was a fabulous, extremely busy four days. We educated so many about the breed. Melinda Martino, dave Martino and daryl Lang were there to help and support us. It was an opportunity for our horses to grow and adapt to a new environment. They did so well!

It was an opportunity for the american bashkir Curly horse Registry to spread the word about the Curly horse, let people see them, touch them and learn.

The next ohio equine affaire will be held april 11-14, 2013. Tom and I have committed to return to the affaire in 2013. Put the date on your calendar and join us!

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american friesian association Remains Dedicated to the Friesian Horse Submitted by button Lee

Thanks To a dedicaTed group of individuals who love the friesian horse, the american friesian association has been formed. The american friesian association (afa) was organized to preserve and promote the purebred friesian horse in america, to promote the friesian derivative horse in america, and to serve the owners of these horses.

The afa is committed to the breed standard of the purebred friesian horse, as interpreted from the friesch paarden stamboek (fps) with regard to the needs of american owners for a healthy, sound horse suitable for performance in the current equestrian world. our goal is to maintain the beauty and uniqueness of the friesian horse, as it has been known throughout history. The afa is also committed to high standards of quality, integrity, honesty, and fairness for all horses and members.

The founders recognized the evergrowing demand for an american-based registry for the friesian. The afa wishes to register purebred and partbred friesians while providing equal and fair representation for all horses and owners while maintaining the quality and integrity of the breed. The afa was born out of a need for an american registry with american rules. a registry was needed for american owners who have felt like they deserved one that they believed in, and wasn’t so distant and out of reach.

There was a need for a registry whose interest lies in promoting the american bred and owned horses, offering them attainable goals, and allowing for equality for all purebred friesians.

The afa will honor horses of quality through breed inspections and predicate levels, and we have built these standards into our rules. The afa will view all purebred registered friesians as equals, offering the ability to earn predicates and status to all horses based on their individual quality and ability. inspections will be done using a “blind judging” system, meaning that the horse’s pedigree, owner, trainer, and other information will not be disclosed to the judge(s) prior to their being judged and receiving their scores. for those owners who wish to breed their horses, afa will offer pedigree information, inspection results, and performance scores to empower owners to make wise breeding decisions.

The afa understands that many purebred friesian owners may not feel comfortable immediately switching over to a new american registry, and with the foreign based registries not allowing dual registration, the recording option has been developed by the afa as a good way for owners to “try out” the association without putting their original registry affiliation in danger. This gives the owner a chance to learn more about the afa, see

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where it is going, and decide if they want to continue with membership and registering horses. recorded horses may at any time be upgraded to registered horses. additionally, the afa meets the requirements of ifsha (international friesian show horse association) by microchipping and dna testing our horses as a means of positive identification, so that all our registered horses may participate in the ifsha and united states equestrian federation (usef) recognized friesian shows. The afa is also recognized by the usdf (united states dressage federation) as a breed registry so our members and their horses may participate in the usdf Breed Year end awards. here are just a few highlights you can look forward to with the afa: • Sensible breeding practices—AFA will register all purebred friesians equally.

• Opportunity to belong to a registry that wants to hear your voice and concerns.

• Inspections with licensed American Judges and Blind Judging for all horses, purebred and derivatives alike.

• Emphasis on breed type, movement, and conformation, with athletic talent and ability also considered important.

• All honors/status/predicates earned by your horse from the foreign registries will be honored by afa.

• AFA Status/Predicate Level earnings.

• AFA Supreme Sire or Supreme Dam awards.

• AFA Friesian Fun Riding and Driving Log Program.

• AFA Year-End Awards for many competition and promotion categories.

• AFA Lifetime Cumulative Awards for individual performance as well as for production of quality performance offspring.

• Timely response to member inquiries, requests, registration documentation, Transfer of ownership, etc.

• A place for the Friesian Warmblood (cross) complete with mirrored benefits of a purebred.

• Recording of horses belonging to foreign registries, allowing participation in afa inspections, as well as allowing the owners to “try on” the afa.

• Tracking of Bloodlines, Inspection scores, and performance records.

• A forum for having fun and enjoying our friesian or friesian derivative. check out the afa website americanfriesianassocation.com or email info@americanfriesianassocation. com or call 912-462-6330 and ask for Button Lee for more information.

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international Friesian show horse Association The World and Grand National Championship Horse Show Returns to the Del Mar Arena Equestrian Complex and Event Center October 10-14 This will be The 9Th AnnuAl Friesian Finals for the international Friesian show horse Association (iFshA) and the second time the event will be held in Del Mar, CA. show Manager and iFshA President will oversee the running of the show with his partner iFshA executive Director, nancy nathanson. This show management team has guided this ever-evolving event since 2006 when it was held in las

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Vegas, nV, at the south Point Casino. For the last two years this show has been voted on by the Friesian Membership of the united states equestrian Federation to be the “Favorite breed Competition” for the Friesian breed in America. Those awards were won for the first Del Mar show in 2010 and the 2011 show in lexington, VA. horses from all over the united states will compete for over 200 national

and world Titles in all disciplines of performance and halter. wednesday will start the Championships off with a full schedule of Dressage and western Dressage national classes. Thursday through sunday will be a myriad of divisions in performance and halter.

Costume, Driving, saddle seat, hunters, western and Trail are some of the classes offered for both Purebred and Partbred Friesians.

Medal equitation Finals will be held for the Junior exhibitor as well as showmanship in-hand. A full list of Carriage Driving classes will be sprinkled throughout the week. saturday night promises to be a night to remember as we bring back the “believe in Magic” event that was so popular in las Vegas. The 8:00 p.m. performance will follow 10 exciting world Championship classes set to start at 6:00 p.m. Dancers and their horses from all over the united states will entertain for approximately an hour and a half. Tickets are available to pre-purchase at eventbrite.com.

General admission is $15 with seniors and children $10. Military personnel are welcome free of charge. iFshA has chosen two charities this year to benefit from the show— they are The Fenway Foundation, a research and rescue organization for the Friesian breed and The warrior Foundation, an organization that helps transition our soldiers when they return from combat.

For more information, visit ifshaworld.com or you may contact management by emailing selwoodp@ idcnet.com or thepark@hwy246.net.

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The Baroque equestrian games & institute Historic Classical Horsemanship Comes to Virginia Submitted by Sharon madere

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On June 9-11, 2012 Virginia experienced its first Baroque equestrian games & institute (Begi) Classical Horsemanship Clinic, instructed by Bruno gonzalez and Tina Cristiani Veder. Over 40 riders and auditors participated at Oakdale equestrian Center in Powhatan, Va, making apparent the keen level of interest in truly classical and light riding. Many disciplines and breeds were represented: dressage, eventing, pleasure, etc.; Warmblood, Quarter Horse, irish Sport, Draft Cross, Thoroughbred, Lipizzan and Lusitano. everyone participated in lively discussions and observations throughout each day.

Whereas in most clinics the auditors are sidelined and “seen but not heard,” Bruno and Tina encouraged questions and interaction from all.

Mornings began with presentations of principles from the great equestrian Masters, including: Collection comes from a shift in balance to the hind legs as the horse steps under the rider,

contrary to popular thought, this cannot be achieved by “driving the horse more forward,” and from the outset of training the rider should look to bring the horse into better balance with small increments of collection.

Through square turns, frequent transitions and basic lateral work, Bruno helped riders find the beginnings of collection, but cautioned not to confuse proper collection with the incorrect shortening of gaits.

Discussion included the common misconception that lateral work comes only after achieving advanced collection, instead of understanding that it is the gateway to collection itself.

Bruno also addressed the controversial exercise of “long and low,” explaining why, both physiologically

and psychologically, it is counter-productive to collection and lightness.

With each horse and rider we repeatedly saw the importance of quiet patience and clarity of aids to achieve results without creating tension or stiffness. With Bruno’s gentle, effective instruction, riders experienced increased relaxation and dramatic improvement in the fluidity and correctness of the movements. Spontaneous applause often erupted from the crowd as a horse and rider connected into this awareness!

Here’s what a few participants had to say: “i got more out of this clinic than any other i have attended. i learned so much about bringing the horse into true balance, getting him to come under in the back and lift in front. i got back on my horse this morning after not riding for weeks, thought of what Bruno was teaching…and had a wonderful first ride back.”

“What i found most meaningful was the connection between bend, inside hind and collection, and the realization that riding in lightness does not necessarily mean riding with little or no contact, but rather having engagement and relaxation create the lightness.

Bruno and Tina helped so much to put it together for me.” “i was surprised to learn about the softness created by the lateral movements, and how much it helped. Best thing i got was that my cross-country canter has improved fantastically over the past week from body position and not using my hands and legs at the same time.”

Begi will be back in Virginia fall 2012 with clinics and a schooling show. For more information, or to host a Begi event in your state, contact Sharon Madere at smadere@premier.com.

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Third Level Open Champions Alexis Martin-Vegue and Fenix XXXIII.

Foundation for the pure spanish horse Honors USDF Wall Breed Winners Submitted by barb Clark

Dressage is a sport that DemanDs dedication, attention to the smallest detail, ambition, coordination, determination, consistency and just plain old hard work. the Foundation would like to honor our UsDF all Breed award winners for 2011 in this very demanding

sport. if you are interested in signing up for the Foundationâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s UsDF all Breed award sponsorship please contact the Foundation office at 505-294-0800. many thanks go to these riders and their equine partners for representing the pre Breed in competitive dressage.

Fourth level Champions Paige ruhl and Pre Stallion bandolero ClXXVi, owned by toni mueller and david deVito from emerald ridge Andalusians.

the following pre horses were rated among the best in the country against all breeds at the following levels: Kamiakin (24th in training Level), Costalero Xii (12th in Fourth Level), and sentimiento 1 (seventh in intermediate-2 and 55th in grand prix). the following pre horses were rated as follows against all breeds in the country at musical Freestyles: presumido (grand prix), Decoroso smDr (grand prix), and Dominate XXiX (intermediaire i). the Foundation would like to thank Lee Burton for her work in being the liaison with the UsDF and reporting these scores.

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Show ReSultS the following is a list of this yearâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s UsDF Wall Breed winners:

TraininG leVel: CH: afilado, Janne rumbough (68.661); re: reflejo De amando, Jutta Heinsohn (62.025).

FirST leVel: CH: afilado, Janne rumbough (69.494); re: Kripronita, linda roth (65.172).

SeConD leVel: CH: lujoso M, Jamie Meyer (62.858).

THirD leVel: CH: Fenix XXXii, alexis Martin-Vegue (62.244); re: Kabileno XV, Chelsea reed (61.026).

FourTH leVel: CH: Bandolero ClXXVi, Paige ruhl (62.250).

PriX ST. GeorGe: CH: Dominate XXiX, Kristi Wysocki (65.658). inTeMeDiaire i: CH: Dominate XXiX, Kristi Wysocki (65.987); re: Garabato 4, natalie Merritt (60.395). inTeMeDiaire ii: CH: Sentimiento i, Shannon Dueck (67.172).

GranD PriX: CH: Sentimiento i, Shannon Dueck (63.936); re: Fino, Frances Carbonnel (60.213).

DSHB aWarD: Dominate XXiX (71.800)

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kay Peterson’s Vincent gives his time to help others.

Moves Into New Offices Submitted by Jan eaSter

Jeanne schlenk. the Board is excited about all the new ideas and promotions that Jeanne and her husband Bobby, newly elected region 4 Director, will bring to the Gypsy Horses.

Region 2 kay Peterson of oak knoll and oak knoll Vincent - a1181 are really enjoying their work at the therapeutic riding sessions Vincent is doing every Wednesday night for “special Horses special People.” laura robideau and four-year-old lake ridge sabrina- B1191 went camping at rush river Park. they had a blast riding on the trails and in the river.

Region 4 a Wizards spell Winstons Brighton a611, owned by Marty and Debra rivers, cleaned house at the 2012 red river classic show in oklahoma city winning the Gypsy stallion championship.

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ohio arabian and all Breed trail society Anticipates Oak Openings Ride Submitted by mickie newnam

My first inforMation tHis MontH are condolences to Jinnifer Plummer on the loss of her gelding fancy savage nite+//. He wasn’t an easy horse (as was evidenced by his nickname of “Butthead“), but found his proper place with Jinnifer and for 16 years (she started him as a four-year-old) and 4,500 miles they were quite a team. our thoughts and prayers are with Jinnifer and her family. on to happier news! By the time you read this it should be almost time for oak openings. if you plan to come to the ride, i’ll see you there! if not, you really should. it’s a great ride, and cathy 200 equine

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Mcclure always does a wonderful job. she finds some of the coolest awards too. i have worked the ride for years and am looking forward to riding it this year.

Don’t forget that along with the abi-khan+ challenge, we’ll have the flamingo fling. every year it’s interesting to see what new flamingo things will pop up. Maureen and Mollie have fun awards for the best flamingo stuff, which is usually won by team searcy or team loomis. everyone is invited to try to top their creativity in their flamingo attire and accoutrements, and the flamingo bingo is a lot of fun. there have

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been some trail improvements at caesar creek and we will be able to use part of the trail we haven’t used for years. i should be getting a new digital camera soon, so hopefully will have more photos to share. that’s if i can remember to bring it with me and take it out of the truck! Please remember that i am always open to news or photos from any and all members. i try to give what news i have but i don’t know everything! there is a six-week lead time, however, so anything timesensitive may not reach people in time.

Don’t forget to send your mileage tickets to Jo in a timely manner. it makes it a lot easier for her to tabulate the year-end awards, and not doing so can disqualify you for the points-based awards. keeping track of all this is a heck of a job so please try to do your part. Happy riding! for more information on the ohio arabian and all Breed trail society, please visit oaats.org.

PHoTo: PHil PeTerSon

Bankers’ Boxes, file caBinets, computers, printers, awards and donated Gypsy Horse paintings and tack for the next Gypsy Horse World show were seen traveling down the highway to Houston, tx, in June. the move went smoothly the day after the annual meeting. Priscilla cox and Jan easter spent the next week in Houston training the office staff.

Priscilla cox, original founder and registrar, has done a fabulous job over the last nine years. We thank Priscilla and know she will have a great retirement with her Wellness center.

Jan easter, original founder, President, office manager, magazine publisher, and World show manager will continue with the Gypsy Horse World magazine and will be co-managing the World show this year. Her retirement is easing out a bit slower.

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Purebred morab Horse Association

Offers a Variety of Events Over the Coming Months

To Hold 15th Annual PMHA Morab Nationals: Championship and Futurity

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Amidst A beAutiful sunny summer day, Ohio Haflinger Association (OHA) members met at Phil and marge Greenisen’s gorgeous farm for the summer meeting and annual ice cream social.

Once the meeting was adjourned, members were treated to hot dogs off the grill. OHA President, mike Woodward, graciously picked up the ice cream for the social, and members were not disappointed because it was very tasty on the warm summer day! After eating, Phil took everyone down to his barn to introduce us to his Haflinger horses, all of which seemed to be enjoying their afternoon in the cool shade of their stalls. the children who came with their parents had lots of fun playing with the corn hole, badminton and ladder toss games while the adults enjoyed the opportunity to sit and visit with one another. A huge thank you is extended to both Phil and marge for opening their home so all those in attendance could enjoy delicious food and the chance to relax!

OHA members should mark their calendars for the following events in August and October. On August 25, Andrew and linda Yoder will be hosting this year’s fun day’s event at 12315 dover Road in Applecreek, OH. there will be a short two-hour drive in the morning. Riders are welcome. the afternoon will include fun and games. bring a sack lunch to enjoy while watching the games. RsVPs are highly recommended, so please call Andrew at 330-857-0026. the fall drive will be on October 13; Jacob J. Yoder of Valley View Acres will be hosting the drive at 23390 snively Rd. in danville, OH. the drive is 15 miles, riders are welcome. bring a sack lunch for your noon break, about halfway through the drive. A fireside chat will take place on friday

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evening; bring your own hot dogs etc. Camping is available the night before and there are a few stalls.

RsVPs are required; please call Jacob at 740-599-7052. if you have internet capabilities, please take a look at OHA’s website at ohiohaflinger.com to stay current on all of the happenings with our organization. i especially love looking at all the pictures that members send in of their horses! Another way you can stay in touch with OHA is through our facebook page!

tHe time is RAPidlY APPROACHinG for the 15th Annual PmHA morab nationals: Championship and futurity show held at the Kentucky Horse Park October 20-21, 2012. this is a united states equestrian federation and Arabian Horse Association approved show. for the Arabian and morgan exhibitor, show winnings/points will apply for the 2013 show year. this show also has an AmHA One star show rating and is registered with the Kentucky Association of fairs and Horse shows, inc. the judge this year is Patty Kent from West Virginia; she is a doublecarded judge for Arabians and morgans and the sport horse judge is Carolin Walz of lexington, KY. there is a wide range of classes for all breeds. Classes include sport horse (in-hand and under saddle), traditional performance type of classes and driving, youth classes which includes the 10 and under age group, and adult classes (W/t) as well as fun classes. liberty still holds out as the favorite class for all concerned. it is the last one on saturday evening and exhibitors and horses prepare to strut their stuff. the youth and breed championship classes are held sunday afternoon. this show features a wide variety of opportunity classes which any breed can show, even horses other than morabs, Arabians and morgans. the exhibitor does not pay the usef fees for these classes, however, if the horse and exhibitor crosses over into a breed class, breed requirements and fees will apply. A new class was added, Opportunity master’s 60 and over any tack W/t/C. for Half-morgan owners, the opportunity classes would be ideal for participation in the AmHA Halfmorgan Open Competition Program.

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Quarter Pony association A World Wide Association for Quarter Type Ponies, Regardless of Color Submitted by Nicki StepheNS

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Quarter Pony Journeys Quarter Pony Journeys is an opportunity to share about your ponies, what you’re doing, and how you are doing it. Quarter Pony association members should submit stories and photos to QPa Publishing. Come on pony folk, tell us about the fun times you’ve had with your ponies! So just what does the Quarter Pony mean to you?

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as if finger-painting the ponies wasn’t enough, Stevie Dee, now they’re getting their teeth brushed with bubble gum flavored paste! 11n Quarter Ponies, of Idaho is just one of those fun places to horse around. The Stephens farm has been host to children’s activities such as - meet the ponies, lessons, pony rides, school field trips, fundraisers, pony club, essay and coloring contests. one

entry into the program. repeat exhibitors are the mainstay of this show as they like the ‘laid back’ friendly atmosphere and the fall weather at the Kentucky horse Park. It is common for the Camp Grounds to be full as people come this time of year just to get away and enjoy the park. reservations need to be made early to have a spot at the beautiful grounds.

There is a unique advantage for the owners of arabians and half-arabians in Kentucky who are members of the Kentucky arabian half-arabian Breeders alliance. Those arabians and half-arabians who are participating in the Kentucky Incentive Program through KhaBa have classes at this show that gain point value in addition to the KahaBa Production classes.

Information for the show can be obtained by visiting puremorab.com.

The show book is posted and can be downloaded.

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Quarter Pony Stallion, Blues Starlight, has been an active fellow. as an addition to his show history, he is currently listed on YouTube. he was exhibited in Free Style reining by alina Stepper at the reining Demo show, Quarter Pony 2012 Championships, at Mocha oak ranch in France. alina and Blues Starlight put on a wonderful performance. Smooth and beautifully collected, the two seemed to be dancing in sync. It certainly looked like a great deal of fun and ease, and the ride showcased a wonderful display of training and handler skill. applause to you both!

Thanks are extended to the Equine Journal for allowing the Quarter Pony association and its affiliate, the International Quarter Pony association, to share the news. all submissions for consideration in QPa newsletters, become property of the Quarter Pony association and no compensation, for use, shall apply.

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Penny-wise, Pound-foolish Penny-wise, pound-foolish—it’s the practice of pinching pennies now, only to spend them (and then some) later on. In real estate, it happens more than it should.

Last fall, we met a young couple looking for a sizable acreage. We mentioned that our neighbor had a lovely piece for sale in a nearby town (we’ll call it Town A) that he was willing to let go at a bargain basement price. The couple walked the property and fell in love with its rolling meadows, privacy, and its proximity to local shops. Even better, the seller’s asking price was well within their budget. The only drawback was Town A’s tax rate, which they knew to be higher than surrounding towns. They did a little research and found that a comparable property in an adjacent town with a lower tax rate would cost them about $2,500 less per year in taxes. No one can argue that a figure like that will add up over a number of years. But, on this fact alone, they decided against the property.

Soon after, they found another property in Town B. The property was not quite as nice as the first; it needed a bit more clearing and carried a price tag that was $50,000 higher. No bargain basement deals here. The seller would not budge on the price. Still, this town offered that lower tax rate, saving them exactly what they’d estimated, $2,500 per year.

That’s a substantial amount, but let’s look at the bottom line. The second property in Town B cost this couple $50,000 more than the property in Town A. If we spread that figure over 20 years, it’s around $2,500 per year, not including interest. The couple liked the first property and agreed that it was a much better value, but they couldn’t get beyond the idea of higher taxes. The tax issue became the only consideration for them.

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looking at the big picture. While it’s important to make decisions that allow you a good night’s sleep, it’s also important to understand the many facets of those financial decisions.

In our story, there is no right or wrong answer. In fact, there are several camps on what carries more weight: property tax or sales price. Some investors feel that higher property taxes drive down home values, which could make Property A less marketable down the road. It’s also true that if the town’s property taxes are higher than surrounding towns now, they’re likely to stay high or at least increase at a faster rate. These are all things you’ll want to consider when making your decision.

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                            

 

                                              

   

                                                                                                     

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           

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Calendar august 1 | AKF Summer Jumper Show #7, Mills, MA. CONTACT: horsetrials@appleknoll.com, 508-376-2564, www.appleknoll.com.

2-4 | weStern pennSylvAniA phA, Valencia, PA. CONTACT: Dyann Herrmann dyann@horseoncourse.net, 412-613-6757, www.wpapha.com.

3-5 | twitChell hill FArm Jumper & equitAtion, New Haven, VT. CONTACT: Susan Perna sueperna@hotmail.com, 802-545-2239.

1 | river run FArm, Brewster, NY. CONTACT: Naomi Gauruder, naomi@bhcmanagement.com, 845-279-3442, www.bhcmanagement.net.

2-5 | BAy StAte ClASSiC owingS, Mills, MD. CONTACT: Oliver Kennedy, oliverkennedy@ verizon.net, 301-260-2467.

3-5 | wAhA AuguSt, Jefferson, WI. CONTACT: Jan Lerud jan.gary4ever@hotmail.com, 262-470-5355, www.wisconsinarabian.com.

1 | SuSSex County BeneFit AuguSt, Augusta, NJ. CONTACT: Shirley Grisewood sudsncg@aol.com, 973-948-5022, www.sussexcountyhorseshow.com.

2-5 | eAStern ArABiAn/eASt CoASt, Championship Lexington, VA. CONTACT: Cricket Stoncius, cjgatesman@hotmail.com, 717-5791565, pennsylvaniaaha.webs.com.

4 | newport internAtionAl polo SerieS xxi USA VS. SCOTLAND, Portsmouth, RI. CONTACT:, www.nptpolo.com.

1 | wyndSor FArm July, Elverson, PA. CONTACT: Katharine Benson, jackkate@aol.com, 610-283-9921, www.wyndsorfarm.com.

2-5 | millBrooK horSe triAlS, Millbrook,

4 | nhqhA horSemAnShip CliniC Concord, NH. CONTACT: Chrissy Ives cives@nhqha.com, www.nhqha.com.

1-4 | miSSouri StAte FAir, Sedalia, MO.

NY. CONTACT: Sharyn Cataldo-Antico, info@millbrookhorsetrials.com, 413-454-4158, www.millbrookhorsetrials.com.

4 | gentle dove FArm verSAtile horSe Obstacle Clinic Memphis, NY. CONTACT: Joann Long jlong@rochester.rr.com, 585-738-7477, www.GentleDoveFarm.com.

CONTACT: Lenard Davenport. lendavenport@ prodigy.net, 800-422-5247, www.mostatefair.com.

3 | newport internAtionAl polo, CHARITY BALL, Portsmouth, RI. CONTACT:, www.nptpolo.com.

1-5 | hitS-on-the-hudSon vi, Saugerties, NY. CONTACT: info@HitsShows.com, 845-2468833, www.hitsshows.com.

3 | hAmpShire County riding CluB, Full Moon Ride Northampton, MA. CONTACT: Diane Merritt 413-268-3372.

4 | SAddle rowe FArm Medway, MA. CONTACT: 508-533-7108, www.saddlerowe.com.

1-5 | equiFeSt ii, Wayne, IL. CONTACT: Kristin Rame krisrame@aol.com, 352-875-8446, www.lamplightequestriancenter.com.

3 | eKg StABleS & hill vAlley FArm,

4 | the Friendly’S horSemAn’S CluB Denver, PA. CONTACT: Alice Hummel, 717-484-2222.

1-5 | KentuCKy Summer ClASSiC, Lexington, KY. CONTACT: Hugh Kincannon hakckk@earthlink. net, 859-254-3343, www.kentuckyhorseshows. com.

1-5 | mAnCheSter & the mountAinS eASt, Dorset, VT. CONTACT: Dorothy Ammerman, info@vt-summerfestival.com, 802-362-7548, www.vt-summerfestival.com.

1-5 | new yorK horSe & pony, Saugerties, NY. CONTACT: Kristen Vale-Mosack kristen@ hittshows.com, 845-246-8833, www.hitsshows.com.

1-5 | uSeF/AvA nAtionAl vAulting,

Championship Lexington, KY. CONTACT: Linda Bibbler lbibbler@gmail.com, 650-283-7751, www.americanvaulting.org.

Spotsylvania, VA. CONTACT: Erin Grampp, eringrampp@aol.com, 540-582-6272, www.ekgstables.com.

3 | twin lAKeS FArm AuguSt i, Bronxville,

NY. CONTACT: Naomi Gauruder naomi@bhcmanagement.com, www.bhcmanagement.com, 914-961-2192.

3-4 | dreSSAge At the rAnCh, Gladstone,

NJ. CONTACT: Randy Leoni randese@earthlink.net 908-256-9787, www.hawkhollowranch.com.

3-4 | the Children oF the AmeriCAS,

Dressage Invitational Concord, MA. CONTACT: Jane Karol jane@watermill.com, 978-287-1409 .

3-5 | FAll Breed & dreSSAge Show at Maplewood Warmbloods, Middletown, NY. CONTACT: Debra Reinhardt 203-264-2148, debra@ centerlineevents.com, or, www.maplewoodwarmbloods.com.

4 | SummerplACe FArm horSe Show The Plains, VA. CONTACT: Tom, Finch, info@summerplacefarm.com, 540-364-0006, www.summerplacefarm.com.

4 | the hunter experienCe at Fox Whisper Farm Locust Grove, VA. CONTACT: Davera Ackenbom, daverava@aol.com, 434-960-7975, www.foxwhisperfarm.com.

4 | Coventry FArm Ashland, VA. CONTACT: Cindy Carson Downing coventryfarm@msn.com, 804-798-2003, www.coventryfarm.com.

4 | SAndStone FArm Millwood, VA. CONTACT: Luci Strange sandstonefarm@aol.com, 540-837-1261, www.sandstonefarm.com.

WA. CONTACT: Jeffrey Anthony jeff@potcreek. com, 206-669-3440, www.whjf.org.

3-5 | CheShire FAir, Swanzey, NH. CONTACT: Sue Weston 603-903-0102, www.cheshirefair.com.

4 | dreAm riderS dreSSAge SChooling Show Lexington, SC. CONTACT: Jennifer Stoudemire dreamr2@mindspring.com, 803-957-7906.

1-8 | vAlley pArK horSe Show, Des Moines,

3-5 | dreSSAge At StoCKAde i & ii, Glenville, NY. CONTACT: Anita Jaffe sanita@att.net 518-7968899, www.stockadepolo.com.

4 | BArA trAC ii dreSSAge Mason City, IA. CONTACT: Lloyd Landkamer llandkamer@aol. com, 641-424-3547, www.dressageshowinfo.com.

3-5 | dreSSAge in the roCKieS i, ii & iii, Parker, CO. CONTACT: Glenda Mc Elroy glenda@ glenroys.com, 818-841-3554.

4 | BuCKS County dreSSAge Breed Show, Revere, PA. CONTACT: Jacqueline Richie, manager@buckscountyhorsepark.org, 267-2407389, www.buckscountyhorsepark.org.

2-3 | SorenSen pArK dreSSAge & Sport

3-5 | dreSSAge At lAKe oSwego hunt, Lake Oswego, OR. CONTACT: Katie Purdy, manager@lakeoswegohunt.com, 503-636-0674, www.lakeoswegohunt.com.

4 | Folly FArm AuguSt, Simsbury, CT. CONTACT: Cara Chapel follyfarms@aol.com, 860-658-9943, www.follyfarm.us.

2-3 | pthA oF nyS “Seeing SpotS” All-

3-5 | glpFhA “heritAge 2012”, Springfield, OH. CONTACT: Christine Collins, cccollins_2000@ yahoo.com, 586-405-2474.

4 | SnowBird AuguSt i, Newfoundland, NJ. CONTACT: Claudine Liberatore, cjlinc2003@yahoo. com, 917-371-4551, www.cjlfarm.com.

3-5 | myStiC Summer premiere gAleS, Ferry, CT. CONTACT: Richard Luckhardt, richard@mysticvalleyhuntclub.com, 860-235-7575, www.mysticvalleyhuntclub.com.

4 | SorenSen pArK dreSSAge AuguSt ii, East Troy, WI. CONTACT: Reid Sorensen, sorensenparkllc@aol.com, 262-441-1220, www.sorensenpark.com.

1-5 | wAShington StAte open, Carnation,

IA. CONTACT: Barbara Long valleypark@msn.com, 515-277-4198.

2 | Zephyr FArm AuguSt, Mahopac, NY. CONTACT: Naomi Gauruder, naomi@bhcmanagement. com, www.bhcmanagement.net, 845-621-4450.

horSe, August I East Troy, WI. CONTACT: Reid Sorensen sorensenparkllc@aol.com, 262-6424111, www.sorensenpark.com.

pinto horSe Show, Syracuse, NY. CONTACT: Martha Procopio 315-672-5105.

2-4 | oFFington StABleS AuguSt, Allen-

town, NJ. CONTACT: Robert Allen weshorse@aol. com, 609-259-1881.

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august Calendar 4 | Game NiGht - Belt Buckle SerieS, Bernardston, MA. CONTACT: Holly Orvitt, holly@drybrookstables.com, 413-834-3979, www.drybrookstables.com.

4 | VerShire ridiNG School horSe, Trial Vershire, VT. CONTACT: 802-685-2239, www.VershireRidingSchool.com.

4 | NhhJa Show SerieS, Fremont, NH, www.nhhja.com.

4-5 | SNowFieldS horSe trial, (USEF,

USEA), Pownal, ME. CONTACT: Sheila Haggan, 207-944-1948, badpony@roadrunner.com, www.maine-eventing.org.

4-5 | actha trail rider at Pure Country New Berlin, NY. CONTACT: Lorraine Aichele patchwork2@hotmail.com, 607-847-9265, www.purecountrycampground.com.

4-5 | Black-eyed SuSaN horSe Show Series, Upper Marlboro, MD. CONTACT: jamie@besthorseshows.com, 410-867-7923, www.besthorseshows.com.

4-5 | eaSt coaSt champioNShip, Lexington, VA. CONTACT: Susan J. Wagoner, 603-320-9837.

4-5 | moriah Farm huNter horSe Show,

Warrenton, VA. CONTACT: Bill Yeager, horseshows@moriahfarm.com, 540-95-3561, www.moriahfarm.com.

4-5 | carouSel houSe Farm opeN Show

Series, Woodstock, CT. CONTACT: Lisa LeDoux Carouselhorsefarm@yahoo.com, 860-564-7892, www.carouselhorsefarm.org.

4-5 | dreSSaGe at FoxtoN Farm i & ii, Romney, IN. CONTACT: Bonna Mc Cuiston, bonna@volte.org 317-403-6202, www.indianadressage.org.

4-5 | eemi Summer FliNG dreSSaGe, Lees-

burg, VA. CONTACT: Shannon Pedlar, sgp588@ hotmail.com, 703-431-5663, www.equestrianeventmanagement.com.

4-5 | FairField weStcheSter pha, New

Canaan, CT. CONTACT: Naomi Gauruder, naomi@ bhcmanagement.com, 914-234-3954, www.bhcmanagement.net.

4-5 | FieldStoNe Farm auGuSt, Halifax, MA. CONTACT: Scott Clawson showfieldstone@aol. com, 781-679-0901, www.showfieldstone.com.

4-5 | hiGh View Farm auGuSt, Pittsford, NY. CONTACT: Jack Frohm jackfrohm@aol.com, 585-381-7055.

4-5 | SilVerwood Farm Summer h.t., Camp Lake, WI. CONTACT: Lisa Cannata promopony@ aol.com, 262-889-4700.

4-5 | SNowFieldS horSe trialS, Pownal,

ME. CONTACT: Clarissa Edelston.

4-5 | wiNNerS circle auGuSt i, Yaphank, NY.

CONTACT: James Rice iditrainer@aol.com, 516-322-0533, www.jricehorseshows.com.

5 | NBha ma01 poiNted ruN 500.00 AddedChipaway Stables Noon Start (NBHA and Open), Acushnet, MA. CONTACT: Karen Miller 508-2372294, marineraussies@comcast.net or, www. nbhama01.com.

5 | woodVille trailBuSterS 4-h cluB - A

Day In The Country, Hopkinton, MA. CONTACT: 508-435-4129, slukey07@yahoo.com, www.woodvilletrailbuster.org.

5 | tri-State horSemeNâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;S aSSociatioN

Dressage and 2-Phase, Southbridge, MA. CONTACT: Nancy DiGregorio, 508-764-7725, wildaire@charter.net, www.wildairefarm.com.

5 | oak riSe Farm GymkhaNa Goffstown, NH. CONTACT: oakrisefarm@comcast.net, 603-6569730, www.oakrisefarm.com.

5 | the Farm SchooliNG Show Marshfield,

MA. CONTACT: Diane Lane othershows@neda.org 781-662-2373, www.neda.org.

5 | ceNtral VirGiNia Show JumpiNG Assoc. Show, Manakin Sabot, VA. CONTACT: Gail Thompson cvsja@aol.com, 804-883-3050, www. cvsja.com.

6-12 | SuSSex couNty horSe Show, Augusta, NJ. CONTACT: Lucille Pagano lwpagano@ embarqmail.com, 973-948-5022, www.sussexcountyhorseshow.com.

6-12 | uSeF poNy FiNalS, Lexington, KY. CONTACT: Hugh Kincannon hakshows@ earthlink,net, www.kentuckyhorseshows.com, 859-254-3343.

6-24 | uNiVerSity oF coNNecticut Summer Riding Program: Session IV, Stockbridge, MA. CONTACT:, www.colonialcarriage.org.

7 | woodVille trailBuSterS a day in the Country Event, Hopkinton, MA. CONTACT: slukey07@yahoo.com, 508-435-4129, www.woodvilletrailbuster.org.

7 | twa tueSday Jumper Show, Culpeper, VA. CONTACT: Georgine Winslett, g.winslett@ earthlink.net 540-972-1342, www.twahorseshows@yolasite.com.

7 | GleN head Summer, Middle Island, NY. CONTACT: Sandy Fallon swoision@msn.com, 631-271-5314, www.glenheadhorseshows.com.

5 | croSSiNG poiNte, Troy, VA. CONTACT:

7 | old Salem Farm auGuSt i, North Salem, NY. CONTACT: Daniel Fitzsimmons, dksl99@optonline.net 914-669-5610, www.oldsalemfarm.net.

5 | deBorah deaN-Smith, Lyman, ME.

7-12 | traderS poiNt huNt charity, Zionsville, IN. CONTACT Michael Morrissey mjmor1@aol. com, 317-873-3418, www.traderspoint.org.

5 | Bara trac ii too, Mason City, IA. CONTACT:

8 | hiGh hopeS VoluNteer orieNtatioN & TRAINING Lyme, CT. CONTACT: Courtney Bernard 860-434-1974 ext. 121 or cbernard@highhopetr.org.

5 | dreSSaGe at the BuckS couNty Horse

8 | akF Summer Jumper Show #8, Mills, MA. CONTACT horsetrials@appleknoll.com, 508-376-2564, www.appleknoll.com.

Debb Pyle cpfhorseshows@aol.com, 434-806-6685, www.crossingpointefarm.com.

CONTACT: Joyce Brown, www.carlisleacademymaine.com.

Lloyd Landkamer dressageshowinfo@aol.com, 941-424-3547, www.dressageshowinfo.com.

Park IV, Revere, PA. CONTACT: Jacqueline Richie, manager@buckscountyhorsepark.org, 610-8478597, www.buckscountyhorsepark.org.

5 | FieldS & FeNceS auGuSt dreSSaGe Fest Gurnee, IL. CONTACT: Anita Schadeck, anita@fieldsandfences.com, 847-244-4121, www.fieldsandfences.com.

5 | Fox heath auGuSt, Furlong, PA. CONTACT: Claire Harris info@foxheathinc.com, 215-8503895, www.foxheathinc.com.

5 | Saddle rock BeNeFit match, Old Westbury, NY. PA. CONTACT: Elizabeth Hedley, Meadowbrookpoloclub@gmail.com, 516-484-0343.

5-11 | oaatS 2012 ride, Empire, MI. PA. CONTACT: Wayne Gastfield 231-250-4242, www.OAATS.org.

6 | VerShire ridiNG School dreSSaGe, Vershire, VT. PA. CONTACT: 802-685-2239, www.vershireridingschool.com.

8 | dreSSaGe at Blue GooSe iii, Cochranville, PA. CONTACT Darcy Miller-Brown, bluegoosestable@verizon.net 610-999-5231, www. bluegoosestable.com.

8 | FairField co. huNt cluB auGuSt I, Westport, CT. CONTACT: Naomi Gauruder, naomi@bhcmanagement.com, 203-227-8445, www.bhcmanagement.com.

8 | SaGapoNack auGuSt, Sagaponack, NY. CONTACT: Amanda Topping, 820birddog@optonline.net 631-537-0948.

8-11 | SwaN lake StaBleS Summer SerieS Finale, Littlestown, PA. CONTACT: Nathan Panetta nathan@swanlakestables.com, 717-359-5357, www.swanlakestables.com.

8-12 | lexiNGtoN NatioNal horSe Show, Lexington, VA. CONTACT: Leslie Brown, birnamfarm@rockbridge.net 540-464-2962, www.horsecenter.org.

South Woodstock, VT. PA. CONTACT: Karey Waters, kmanner@gmhainc.org, 802-457-1509.

8-12 | two riVerS Summer FeStiVal i, Cumming, IA. CONTACT: Libby Hott, hott@maffittlake.com, www.maffittlakeequestriancenter.com, 515-981-1699.

6-10 | riSiNG Star equeStriaN ceNter, Medway, MA. PA. CONTACT: khorsec@comcast.net, www.risingstarequestriancenter.com, 508-533-8551.

8-12 | VermoNt Summer celeBratioN, East Dorset, VT. CONTACT: Dorothy Ammerman, info@vt-summerfestival.com, 802-362-7548, www.vt-summerfestival.com.

6-9 | Gmha t3d eVeNt & eVeNtiNG teStS,

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Calendar august 8-12 | The Jumper ClassiC, Hampton Falls, NH. CONTACT: Melissa Lovasco, melissa@jumperclassic.com, www.jumperclassic.com, 978-283-7708.

9 | TOBa Ownership seminar, Saratoga Springs, NY. CONTACT: abunt@toba.org, 859-276-2291, www.toba.org.

9 | river wind Farm, Pembroke, MA. CONTACT: Spencer Catani info@riverwindfarm.com, 617-548-7875, www.riverwindfarm.com.

9-10 | dressage aT waTerlOO augusT, Grass Lake, MI. CONTACT: Kevin Bradbury, info@horseshowoffice.com, 734-426-2111, www.horseshowoffice.com.

9-11 | nhaha summer JuBilee Open

10-12 | gmha augusT hOrse Trials, South Woodstock, VT. CONTACT: Molly Hutchins, molly@gmhainc.org 802-457-1509, www.gmhainc.org.

11 | Twin lakes Farm augusT ii, Bronxville, NY. CONTACT: Naomi Gauruder naomi@bhcmanagement.com, 914-961-2192, www.bhcmanagement.com.

10-12 | new heighTs hunTer Jumper Show, Seymour, WI. CONTACT: Debra Nellis, nhhj@athenet.net 920-680-7399.

11 | vershire riding sChOOl hOrse Trial Vershire, VT. CONTACT: 802-685-2239, www.VershireRidingSchool.com.

10-12 | OTTer Creek summer hOrse Trials, Wheeler, WI. CONTACT: Lena Warner, org@ottercreekfarm.com, 715-658-1602, www.ottercreekfarm.com.

11-12 | ne pinTO hOrse assOC., Oneco, CT. CONTACT: Jeff Griffin 860-564-5554, info@ fallscreekfarm.com, or, www.fallscreekfarm.com.

10-12 | sFhJa augusT shOw, Delray Beach,

FL. CONTACT: Toni Del Fiandra delfiandratoni@ bellsouth.net 561-441-5527, www.sfhja.com.

Horse Show, Chester, NH. CONTACT: Sue Arthur, sarthur110@aol.com, 603-887-5937, www.nharaborg.

11 | newpOrT inTernaTiOnal pOlO series xxi Newport vs. Scotland, Portsmouth, RI. CONTACT:, www.nptpolo.com.

9-11 | nOrTh FOrk i, Southampton, NY.

CONTACT: Bobby Ginsberg, rosewoodfarmshrc@ gmail.com, www.rosewoodfarm-shrc.com, 631-871-4059.

11 | neillsville ChampiOnship rOdeO, Neillsville, WI. CONTACT: Lenora Nolan, bighatrodeo@aol.com, 815-648-1971, www.bighatrodeo.com.

9-12 | nOrThampTOn hunTer and Jumper,

11 | wOOds, waTer & wildliFe FesTival

Northampton, MA. CONTACT: Beth Manning, manning@crocker.com, 413-586-5901, www.biscuithillfarm.com.

10 | FOur Oaks Farm, Palmyra, VA. CONTACT:

Aileen Ryalls, four_oaks_farm@yahoo.com, 434-589-8488.

10 | augusT in rOChesTer, Pittsford, NY.

CONTACT: Naomi Blumenthal nblumenthal@ twcny.rr.com, 315-436-1933, www.naomishorseshows.com.

10 | BhC managemenT augusT, Brewster, NY. CONTACT: Naomi Gauruder naomi@bhcmanagement.com, www.bhcmanagement.com, 203-650-3148.

10-11 | hOTTer Than Blue Blazes i USDFBC Series Qualifier, Batavia, OH. CONTACT: Barbara McCarthy, mainoffice@majesticfarm.net 513-625-3055, www.majesticfarm.net.

10-11 | red hOrse ranCh prCa rOdeO, Fergus Falls, MN. CONTACT: www.redhorserancharena.com.

10-12 | sTOeCklein phOTOgraphy Work-

shops, Mackay, ID. CONTACT: tess@drsphoto.net 208-726-5191, www.drsphoto.net.

10-12 | exTreme musTang makeOver, Gloucester County, NJ. CONTACT: Jennifer K. Hancock jennifer@mustangheritagefoundation. org 512-869-3225, www.extrememustangmakeover.com.

10-12 | dressage aT sun prairie i & ii, Peyton, CO. CONTACT: Camille Griffin, camillegriffin@msn.com, 719-749-9274.

10-12 | BuCkeye mOrgan Challenge, Wilmington, OH. CONTACT: Marilyn Ackerman dakota003@localnet.com, 330-347-5500, www. ohiomorganhorse.com.

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Hunter Pace, Milton Mills, NH. CONTACT: Cheryl Niles piscataquahounds@comcast.net, 603-749-0452, www.piscataquahounds.com.

11-12 | BOise river dressage i & ii, Eagle, ID. CONTACT: Lise Jumper, 208-860-1721, lise@jumpers-appaloosas.net.

11-12 | Ods dOwn CenTerline 3 & 4 Delaware, OH. CONTACT: Mary Weingart, weingart@bright.net 419-468-7556, www.ohiodressagesociety.com.

11-12 | vada/nOva summer Breed shOw I & II Leesburg, VA. CONTACT: Michelle King, amking91@verizon.net 703-256-8582, www.vadanova.org.

11-12 | vermOnT dressage days i & ii, Essex Junction, VT. CONTACT: Kristina Birkmayer kristina@vermontdressagedays.com, 802-8580018, www.vermontdressagedays.com.

ble, MA. CONTACT: Dina Baratta redlila@comcast. net, www.masixshooters.com.

11-12 | dressage aT waTerlOO augusT II, Grass Lake, MI. CONTACT: Kevin Bradbury, info@horseshowoffice.com, 734-426-2111, www.horseshowoffice.com.

11 | Cape COd hunTer hOrse shOw, Raynham, MA. CONTACT: Nancy Venezia, 508-428-2621, www.CapeCodHunter.com.

11-12 | early mOrning Blues, Pinehurst, NC. CONTACT: Kay Whitlock kaydq@fastmail.fm, 910-315-5959, www.carolinadressage.com.

11 | auTumn Olive Farm shOw series Goochland, VA. CONTACT: Syndi Pickney-Blunk syn-pic-ridingschool@msn.com, 804-457-3707.

11-12 | Fair hill inTernaTiOnal hOrse Trials, Elkton, MD. CONTACT: Mary Coldren, horsetrials@fairhillinternational.com, 302-547-0695, www.fairhillinternational.com.

11 | COwBOy mOunTed shOOTing, Dunsta-

11 | Chsa sTOnehOuse sTaBles shOw, Toano, VA. CONTACT: Tara Best, tara@stonehousestables.com, www.stonehousestables.com, 757-566-0666.

11 | wChC hunTer shOw series, Boonsboro, MD. CONTACT: Lori Bellenue ljbbasket@aol. com, 301-432-4079, www.wchorsecouncil.org.

11 | sizzler dressage, Monroe, NC. CONTACT: 704-221-1311, www.wnaaa.com.

11 | BOOTs and BriTChes sChOOling Series, Warwick, MD. CONTACT: Elena DiSilvestro, stabledis@yahoo.com, 302-382-4709.

11 | 7Th annual spOkane spOrThOrse Breeders Classic & 17th Annual Spokane Sporthorse Dressage Spectacular I, Spokane, WA. CONTACT: Christel Carlson ccarlson@spokanesporthorse.com, 509-993-6786, www.spokanesporthorse.com.

11-12 | lehman Farms augusT, Pittsford, NY. CONTACT: Naomi Blumenthal, nblumenthal@ twcny.rr.com, 585-586-1272, www.naomishorseshows.com.

11-12 | silverwOOd dressage augusT I, Camp Lake, WI. CONTACT: Lisa Cannata, dressage@silverwoodfarm.net 262-889-4700, www.silverwoodfarm.net.

11-12 | summer sizzler 2, Newberry, FL. CONTACT: Carlie Evans xevansfarm@bellsouth.net 352-215-0710, www.canterburyshowplace.com.

11-12 | wpda summer sizzler, Jefferson, OH. CONTACT: Karen Puchalsky kpuchalsky@aol. com, 412-953-0752, www.wpdadressage.org.

12 | nhQha - aQha inTrOduCTOry and All Breed Show Swanzey, NH. CONTACT: Chrissy Ives, cives@nhqha.com, www.nhqha.com.

Claudine Liberatore cjlinc2003@yahoo.com, 917-371-4551, www.cjlfarm.com.

12 | hOrse pOwer shOw series Southbridge, MA. CONTACT: Nancy DiGregorio wildaire@charter.net, 508-764-7725, www. wildairefarm.com.

11 | riverâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s edge Farm, Bethany, CT. CONTACT: Naomi Gauruder naomi@bhcmanagement. com, 203-393-9259, www.bhcmanagement.com.

12 | Oak rise Farm pleasure shOw, Goffstown, NH. CONTACT: 603-656-9730, oakrisefarm@comcast.net, www.oakrisefarm.com.

11 | CJl Farm, inC., Freehold, NJ. CONTACT:

august Calendar 12 | Rivanna Run HunteR SHow SeRieS, Fork Union, VA. CONTACT: Robin Wood, 434-9741583 rivannarun@ntelos.net, www.rivannarun.com.

12 | BaY State tRaiL RiDeRS aSSoCiation

Lea Macinnis Judged Pleasure Ride, Mendon, MA. CONTACT: Becky 508-476-3960, bstra@charter. net, www.bstra.org.

12 | eKG StaBLeS & HiLL vaLLeY FaRm,

Spotsylvania, VA. CONTACT: Erin Grampp, eringrampp@aol.com, 540-582-6272, www.ekgstables.com.

12 | LaKe oF tHe wooDS, Locust Grove, VA.

CONTACT: Mary Tinsley equestrian@Iowa.org, 540-972-2238, www.Iowa.org.

12 | SoutH Run RiDinG winteR

SeRieS Nokesville, VA. CONTACT: Joy Goodenough,southrunriding@aol.com, 571-2248486, www.southrunriding.com.

12 | RiveR CHaSe FaRm (SHoRt CiRCuit) Aldie, VA. CONTACT: Tom, Navarro, info@riverchasefarm.com, 571-276-9563, www.riverchasefarm.com.

12 | maCnaiR’S DReSSaGe anD Ct, Raleigh

NC. CONTACT: 919-851-1171, www.macnairscountryacres.com.

12 | CRDa SummeR SCHooLinG SHow, Mills, MA. CONTACT: horsetrials@appleknoll.com, 508-376-2564, www.appleknoll.com.

12 | inDepenDenCe StaBLe DReSSaGe

Schooling Show, Belchertown, MA. CONTACT: Amanda Les les.amanda@yahoo.com, 413-2840371, www.independencestablellc.com.

12 | enDLeSS SummeR SHow, Hollis, ME. CONTACT: Brenda bbriona@gmail.com, 207-985-9144.

12 | noRtH SHoRe HoRSemen’S aSSoC.,

Danvers, MA. CONTACT: Janice Flynn, janiceflynn01983@yahoo.com, 978-774-5654, www. northshorehorsemens.org.

12 | HunteR’S iSLe auGuSt, Yaphank, NY. CONTACT: James Rice idltrainer@aol.com, 516322-0533, www.jricehorseshows.com.

12 | DiFFeRent DRummeR FaRm Equitation/ Hunter Jumper Series III Horse Show, Candia, NH. CONTACT: Jodi Fortier 603-483-2234, www. differentdrummerfarm.com.

13 | veRSHiRe RiDinG SCHooL DReSSaGe, Vershire, VT. CONTACT: 802-685-2239, www.vershireridingschool.com.

13-17 | tamaRaCK HiLL FaRm aDuLt Camp, Strafford, ME. CONTACT: May Emerson email@ tamarackhill.com, 910-695-0895, www.tamarackhill.com.

16 | peCatoniCa CHampionSHip RoDeo, Pecatonia, IL. CONTACT: Lenora Nolan, bighatrodeo@aol.com, 815-648-1971, www.bighatrodeo.com.

16 | HeRitaGe FaRm, Katonah, NY. CONTACT: Michael Dignelli info@heritagefarm.com, 914-232-2122, www.heritagefarm.com.

16-18 | noRtH FoRK ii, Southampton, NY. CONTACT: Bobby Ginsberg rosewoodfarmshrc@ gmail.com, www.rosewoodfarm-shrc.com, 631871-4059.

16-19 | nationaL BaRReL HoRSe aSSoC., Colonial NationalS (NBHA), Lexington, VA. CONTACT:, www.nbha.com.

14 | RiDGeFieLD equeStRian CenteR August I, Ridgefield, CT. CONTACT:, Wendy BanksPola 203-438-7433.

16-19 | paRaGon DReSSaGe i, ii & iii, Estes Park, CO. CONTACT: Heather Petersen slush@ drgw.net 719-338-0854, www.2whitefeet.com.

14 | weSt miLFoRD equeStRian CenteR, Newfoundland, NJ. CONTACT: Ellamae, Battipaglia ebatti@aol.com, 973-697-1149, www.westmilfordequestrian.com.

16-19 | atLanta SummeR FeSt i, Fairburn, GA. CONTACT: JP Godard, 803-643-5698, gatewoodjumps@aol.com.

14-19 | eRie CountY FaiR HoRSe SHow,

Hamburg, NY. CONTACT: Jason Gates, kippgates@aol.com, 716-649-3900.

15 | HampSHiRe CountY RiDinG CLuB Meeting, Goshen, MA. CONTACT:, Lise Krieger, lisekrieger@comcast.net.

15 | aKF SummeR JumpeR SHow #9 Mills, MA. CONTACT: horsetrials@appleknoll.com, 508-376-2564, www.appleknoll.com.

15 | SanDY point StaBLeS SummeR HoRSe Show III, Portsmouth, RI., CONTACT: Jay Sargent, spssargent@aol.com, 401-849-3958, www.sandypointstables.com.

15 | winneRS CiRCLe auGuSt ii, Yaphank, NY. CONTACT: James Rice idltrainer@aol.com, 516-656-5512, www.jricehorseshows.com.

15 | zepHYR FaRm auGuSt, Mahopa,c NY. CONTACT: Naomi Gauruder bhcmanagement@ cs.com, 845-621-4450, www.bhcmanagement.net.

16-19 | CenteRLine eventS at HitS on the Hudson, Saugerties, NY. CONTACT: Debra Reinhardt, debra@centerlineevents.com, 203-264-2148 .

16-19 | FaiRFieLD Co. Hunt CLuB auGuSt ii, Westport, CT. CONTACT: Naomi Gauruder, naomi@bhcmanagement.com, 203-227-8445, www.bhcmanagement.com.

16-19 | LeDGeS FaLL CLaSSiC, Roscoe, IL. CONTACT: Nicole Boyle showsno1@aol.com, 815623-2700, www.showplaceproductions.com.

17 | tSHa open SHow, Oneco, CT. CONTACT: Cris Daigneault cld0831@gmail.com, 860-9338728, www.trstatehorsemen.com.

17 | RiveR winD FaRm, Pembroke, MA. CONTACT: Spencer Catani info@riverwindfarm.com, 617-548-7875, www.riverwindfarm.com.

17-18 | uSHJa inteRnationaL HunteR Derby Finals, Lexington, KY. CONTACT: Shelby French sfrench@ushja.org 859-225-6701, www. ushja.org.

12 | BRiaRwooD FaRm auGuSt i, Flemington, NJ. CONTACT: Katharine Benson jackkate@ aol.com, 908-806-8044, www.briarwood-farm. com.

15-19 | winSton nationaL, Culpeper, VA. CONTACT: Kristen Vale 845-246-8833, www. hitsshows.com.

12 | GRoSSe pointe Hunt CLuB HoRSe Show, Grosse Pointe Woods, MI. CONTACT: Dorothy Campbell foxmoore13@aol.com, 248231-5879.

15-18 | BLenHeim SummeR CLaSSiC ii, San Juan Capistrano, CA. CONTACT: Stephanie Wheeler showpark@aol.com, 949-443-1841, www. obeshows.com.

17-19 | ContinentaL DiviDe HoRSe SHow, Loveland, CO. CONTACT: Farra Baker farra@att.net 720-203-6037, www.showmetheribbons.com.

12 | HeRitaGe aCReS SummeR iii Dillsburg, PA. CONTACT: David Heiser heritageacresinc@aol. com, 717-432-2688, www.heritage-acres-inc.com.

15-18 | BLue GRaSS FeStivaL Lexington, KY. CONTACT: Hugh Kincannon hakshows@earthlink. net 859-254-3343 kentuckyhorseshows.com.

17-19 | equeStRian SpoRt pRoDuCtionS, LLC. Summer II, Wellington, FL. CONTACT: David E. Burton Jr. davidburton4@mac.com, 561-793-5867, www.equestriansport.com

12 | HoLLowaY BRooK FaRm, LLC, Lakeville, MA. CONTACT: Brian Conefrey, brian@hollowaybrook.com, www.hollowaybrook.com, 508-9478424.

15-18 | two RiveRS SummeR FeStivaL ii, Cumming, IA. CONTACT: Libby Hott, hott@maffittlake.com, 515-981-1699, www.maffittlakeequestriancenter.com.

12 | HotteR tHan BLue BLazeS ii, Batavia, OH. CONTACT: Barbara Mc Carthy, mainoffice@ majesticfarm.net 513-625-3055, www.majesticfarm.net.

15-18 | monmoutH CountY auG i, Allentown, NJ. CONTACT: George Richdale, mchsa@ yahoo.com, 732-780-3150, www.monmouthhorseshow.com.

17-19 | eRie CountY FaiR, Hamburg, NY. CONTACT: Jason Gates 561-746-9721.

17-19 | GmHa auGuSt HunteR JumpeR Show, South Woodstock, VT. CONTACT: Karey Waters kmanner@gmhainc.org, 802-457-1509, www.gmhainc.org.

17-19 | voLunteeR SpiRit, Murfreesboro, TN. CONTACT: Katherine Yarbrough klyarbrough@ comcast.net 615-594-2770, www.tvpfha.com.

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Calendar august 17-19 | Silverwood dreSSage auguSt Camp Lake, WI. CONTACT: Lisa Cannata, dressage@silverwoodfarm.net, 262-889-4700, www. silverwoodfarm.net.

18 | newPort international Polo SerieS xxi USA VS. JAMAICA, Portsmouth, RI. CONTACT:, www.nptpolo.com.

18-19 | otter creek dreSSage FeSt, Wheeler, WI. CONTACT: Lena Warner, scan@chibardun.net 715-658-1602, www.ottercreekfarm.com.

18 | great MidweSt Pro rodeo, Elkhorn,

18 | Mountain air dreSSage Show Flagstaff, AZ, CONTACT: Peggy Farmer, psfarmer@q. com, 602-885-4804, www.azdressage.org.

18 | PoPlar Place Schooling Show, Ham-

18 | willow hill FarM auguSt, Montgomery, NY. CONTACT: Annette Mohr, 914-213-0558, www.willowhillfarmny.com.

18-19 | waredaca FarM horSe trialS, Laytonsville, MD. CONTACT: Gretchen Butts, waredaca@aol.com, 301-570-2150, www.waredaca. com.

WI. CONTACT: Lenora Nolan, bighatrodeo@aol. com, 815-648-1971, www.bighatrodeo.com.

ilton, GA. CONTACT: donna@poplarplacefarm. com, 706-582-9999, www.PoplarPlaceFarm.com.

18 | caPe cod hunter horSe Show, Rayn-

ham, MA. CONTACT: Nancy Venezia 508-428-2621, www.CapeCodHunter.com.

18 | gentle dove FarM verSatile horSe Obstacle Clinic, Memphis, NY. CONTACT: Joann Long jlong@rochester.rr.com, 585-738-7477, www.GentleDoveFarm.com.

18 | haMPShire county riding club

Open Horse Show, Goshen, MA. CONTACT: Diane Merritt 413-268-3372.

18 | tyrone FarM Judged PleaSure ride, 2nd, Pomfret, CT. CONTACT: Susan Boone, 860-928-3647, www.tyronefarm.com.

18 | twa Short circuit hunter ShowS,

Warrenton, VA. CONTACT: Georgine Winslett g.winslett@earthlink.net 540-972-1342, www.twahorseshows@yolasite.com.

18 | belleMount StableS, Beaverdam, VA.

CONTACT: Erin Culpeper, ewopony@hotmail.com, 804-448-2977.

18 | SandStone FarM, Millwood, VA. CON-

TACT: Luci Strange sandstonefarm@aol.com, 540-837-1261, www.sandstonefarm.com.

18 | randolPh college SuMMer Show, Lexington, VA. CONTACT: Matt Arrigon, marrigon@randolphcollege.edu 434-384-3231.

18 | Foxtrack x-c Schooling day, Southern Pines, NC. CONTACT: 910-692-5793, www. foxtrack.net.

18 | Shallowbrook horSe Show, Somers, CT. CONTACT: Sally Allison, sallyallison@shallowbrook.com, www.shallowbrook.com.

18 | wrca - drive, Chardon, OH. CONTACT: Sunny Jones, www.wrcarriage.com.

18 | dry brook StableS horSe Show, Bernardston, MA. CONTACT: Holly Orvitt, holly@ drybrookstables.com, 413-834-3979, www.drybrookstables.com.

18 | Field dayS at bridle Path, Manor Camillus, NY. CONTACT: Kathy Zimmer, 315-673-1072.

18 | nhhJa Show SerieS, Fremont, NH, www.nhhja.com.

18 - 19 | huntington FarM horSe trial (USEF, USEA), South Strafford, VT. CONTACT:, www.huntingtonfarm.com, aekitchel@aol.com, or 802-762-4511.

19 | verSatility cowboy courSe at Pure Country Campground, Berlin, NY. CONTACT: 607847-9265 or, www.purecountrycampground.com.

19 | Stonybrook Saddle club SuMMer English/Western Show Series, Plum, PA. CONTACT: 412-767-5750, www.stonybrooksaddleclub.com.

19 | oak riSe FarM dreSSage/ Two-Phase, Goffstown, NH. CONTACT: oakrisefarm@comcast. net, 603-656-9730, www.oakrisefarm.com.

19 | azrael acreS horSe Show, Uxbridge, MA. CONTACT: azraelacres@gmail.com, www.AzraelAcres.com.

19 | hidden haven, Mechanicsville, VA. CONTACT: Carol Anne Chiamardas, 8047-8830038, www.hdhvn.com.

19 | hazelwild, Fredericksburg. VA. CONTACT: Teresa Seay secretary@hazelwildfarm.com, 540-891-7101, www.hazelwildfarm.com.

19 | SPeakeaSy SuMMer SerieS, Palmyra, VA. CONTACT: Leslie Davis lad7q19@aol.com, 434-960-1220, www.speakeasyfarm.com.

19 | bay State trail riderS aSSociation Domnarski Farm Ride, Ware, MA. CONTACT: Joan, 413-893-9159, joan@slopingmeadow.com, www.bstra.org.

19 | brighton StableS dreSSage and CT, Knightdale, NC. CONTACT: 919-632-7700, www.centerlinetrack.com.

19 | hillSide MeadowS eQueStrian center Spring/Summer Series, Grafton, MA. CONTACT: Erin Cloherty ecloherty@charter.net 508-248-7599 or, www.hillsidemeadows.com.

19 | briarwood FarM auguSt ii, Flemington, NJ. CONTACT: Katharine Benson, jackkate@ aol.com, 908-806-8044, www.briarwood-farm. com.

18-19 | black-eyed SuSan horSe Show Series Upper, Marlboro, MD. CONTACT: jamie@ besthorseshows.com, 410-867-7923, www.besthorseshows.com.

19 | cornerStone FarM h.S., Haverhill, MA. CONTACT: Pamela Hunt monicadhunt@netscape. net 978-407-5414, www.ridercornerstone.com.

18-19 | Silver lining FarM at Deep Run, Manakin Sabot, VA. CONTACT: John West, ponyman4ever@comcast.net 804-337-7567.

18-19 | Meadow lake SuMMer claSSic I & II, Bryantsville, KY. CONTACT: Matt Howland, matt@meadowlakeec.com, 829-265-7297, www.meadowlakeec.com.

19 | great viSta horSe trialS, Fort Plain, NY. CONTACT: Sarah Dalton-Morris sdmgreatvista@wildblue.net 203-263-2627.

19 | Jodon’S Stable, Port Matilda, PA. CONTACT: Sharon Jodon jodon2925@aol.com, 814-360-9116.

18 | Pine tree StableS dreSSage Schooling & CT, Camden, SC. CONTACT: Lynn Conto, conto@bellsouth.net 803-424-1952.

18-19 | tnrha autuMn reinS Show

I & II, Harriman, TN. CONTACT: Gail Berghorn, gail@showsecretaries.com, 813-426-5707, www.showsecretaries.com.

19 | keyStone PerForMance breederS Mohnton, PA. CONTACT: Bridget Hanley, appadiditt@dejazzd.com, 484-269-9750, www. appadidittfarm.com.

18 | 12th annual Pine tree Sizzler Horse

18-19 | cdcta dreSSage at Glenwood Park,

19 | lvda recognized coMPetition, Revere, PA. CONTACT: Jacqueline Richie, 267-2407389, horsesandhudsons@netzero.net.

Show - Class A Pleasure, Hollis, ME. CONTACT: Jo Hight spurwinksteward@wmconnect.com, 207799-8296.

Middleburg, VA. CONTACT: Edith Kennedy, oakwoodfarm@hotmail.com, 303-303-7645, www.cdcta.com.

18 | high hoPeS volunteer orientation & TRAINING, Lyme, CT. CONTACT: Courtney Bernard 860-434-1974 ext. 121 or cbernard@ highhopetr.org.

18-19 | dreSSage at greyStone Lynnville, TN. CONTACT: Patty Littmann, bronxzoo222@aol. com, 818-889-1202, www.greystoneequestriancenter.com.

18 | Pure country caMPground ride out for Lunch at Woodland Pond, Berlin, NY. CONTACT: 607-847-9265 or, www.purecountrycampground.com.

18-19| huntington FarM horSe Trials, South Strafford, VT. CONTACT: Ann Kitchel, aekitchel@aol.com, 802-765-4511, www.huntingtonfarm.com.

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19 | naSSau SuFFolk horSeMenS aSSoc., Stonybrook, NY. CONTACT: Carolyn Vincent, oldfarm@optonline.net 516-297-1539.

19 | lord creek FarM horSe trialS, Lyme, CT. CONTACT: Liz Doering ewdoering@yahoo.com, 203-687-7217, www.highhopestr.org.

19 | South Shore horSeMen’S council, Raynham, MA. CONTACT: Brian Wise, 508-9460749, www.sshconline.com.

august Calendar 19 | Heritage Dressage scHooling sHow, Hanover, MA. CONTACT: Elizabeth Robinson eerob2001@yahoo.com, www.heritagedressage.org.

22-26 | princeton sHow Jumping August, Princeton, NJ. CONTACT: Debi Jaynes, 609-9242932, debijaynes@aol.com, www.princetonshowjumping.com.

24 | wHiDbey equestrian center one More Time Dressage, Coupeville, WA. CONTACT: Helen St. Amand, wecstama@whidbey.net, 360678-8860, www.ridewec.com.

19-25 | KentucKy state Fair worlD Championship, Louisville, KY. CONTACT: Scarlett Mattson, scarlett@bbtel.com, 502-367-5300, www.kystatefair.org.

22-26 | sHowparK summer classic, Del Mar, CA. CONTACT: Stephanie Wheeler, showpark@aol. com, 949-443-1841, www.showpark.com.

24-25 | 7tH annual sanDy oaKs pro Rodeo, Edgefield, SC. CONTACT: Sandy, 803-6375369.

22-28 | minnesota state Fair, Saint Paul, MN. CONTACT: Mark Goodrich, competition@mnstatefair.org 651-288-4417, www.mnstatefair.org.

24-26 | leatHer & lace laDies weeKenD at Pure Country Campground, Berlin, NY. CONTACT: 607-847-9265 or, www.purecountrycampground.com.

20-24 | rising star equestrian center, Medway, MA. CONTACT: khorsec@comcast.net, www.risingstarequestriancenter.com, 508-5338551.

21 | stepping stone Farm aug ii, Ridgefield, CT. CONTACT: Joan Healy taichritia@att.net, 203-438-7749, www.steppingstonefarm.com.

21-25 | FielDstone summer sHowcase, Halifax, MA. CONTACT: Scott Clawson showfieldstone@aol.com, 781-679-0901, www.showfieldstone.com.

22 | autumn olive Farm sHow series ,Goochland, VA. CONTACT: Syndi Pickney-Blunk syn-pic-ridingschool@msn.com, 804-457-3707.

22 | aKF summer Jumper sHow #10, Mills, MA. CONTACT: horsetrials@appleknoll.com, 508-376-2564, www.appleknoll.com.

22 | miDsummer mayHem, Norristown, PA. CONTACT: Beth Gambone jackkate@aol.com, 610584-9900, www.worcesterstablesatourfarm.com.

22 | riDgeFielD equestrian center

August II, Ridgefield, CT. CONTACT: Wendy BanksPola 203-438-7433.

22 | river winD Farm, Pembroke, MA. CON-

TACT: Spencer Catani info@riverwindfarm.com, 617-548-7875, www.riverwindfarm.com.

22 | colonial carriage & Driving society Meeting at Orleton Farm, Stockbridge, MA. CONTACT:, www.colonialcarriage.org.

22 | suDDenly Farm Dressage, Lumberton,

NJ. CONTACT: Megan Scelba- Donnelly, 609-7443538 meganscelba@gmail.com, www.suddenlyfarm.com.

22 | winners circle august iii, Yaphank,

NY. CONTACT: James Rice idltrainer@aol.com, 516322-0533, www.jricehorseshows.com.

22-26 | KHJa Horse sHow, Lexington, KY, www.kentuckyhorseshows.com.

22-26 | constitution classic, Culpeper, VA. CONTACT: Thomas Struzzieri, 845-246-8833, info@hitsshows.com, www.hitsshows.com.

23 | river run Farm, Brewster, NY. CONTACT: Naomi Gauruder naomi@bhcmanagement.com, 845-279-3442, www.bhcmanagement.com.

23 | casey & son HorsesHoeing scHool Vettec Equithane Products Hands On Demonstrations, LaFayette, GA. CONTACT: 706-397-8909 or FNRCinfor@aol.com.

23 | smoKe rise riDing club august, Kinnelon, NJ. CONTACT: Shirley Grisewood sudsncg@ aol.com, 973-283-0102.

23-9/2 | new yorK state Fair, Syracuse, NY. CONTACT: Naomi Blumenthal, nblumenthal@ twcny.rr.com, 315-487-7733, www.nysfair.org.

23-24 | Dressage at waterloo summer Finale I, Grass Lake, MI. CONTACT: Kevin Bradbury, info@horseshowoffice.com, 734-426-2111, www.horseshowoffice.com.

23-25 | nortH ForK classic, Southampton, NY. CONTACT: Bobby Ginsberg rosewoodfarmshrc@gmail.com, 631-871-4059, www.rosewoodfarm-shrc.com.

23-26 | aqHa region Five cHampionsHip, Augusta, NJ. CONTACT: Rick Shiffler rshiff122@aol. com, 717-269-8611, www.AQHA.com.

23-26 | miD-oHio sport Horse Showcase I, II & III, Wilmington, OH. CONTACT: Chris Federer, chrisfederer10@gmail.com, 513-833-5081, www.midohiodressage.org.

23-26 | atlanta summerFest ii, Fairburn, GA. CONTACT: JP Godard gatewoodjumps@aol. com, 803-643-5698.

23-26 | oregon summer, Wilsonville, OR. CONTACT: Shelley Campf ozinc@yahoo.com, 503-704-7985, www.hapshows.com.

23-26 | pHoenix equestrian center August Hunter Jumper Show, Bellevue, NE. CONTACT: Janine Weatherby janine70@aol.com, 402510-4402, www.phoenixequestriancenter.com.

23-26 | summerâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s enD camp, Lake, WI. CONTACT: Kate Geraldi, 847-224-3854, kt@evergreenfarm.net.

CONTACT: Sally Hudson sallyh1@aol.com, 831594-1719.

24 | br ligHtning rancH summer bucKle Series - Rodeo and Pipe Creek Stampede Pipe, Creek, TX. CONTACT: 830-535-4096, www.lightningranch.com.

22-26 | KentucKy Hunter-Jumper Assoc., Lexington, KY. CONTACT: Hugh Kincannon, hakshows@earthlink.net 859-254-3343, www. kentuckyhorseshows.com.

24 | ole soutH preluDe Dressage, Murfreesboro, TN. CONTACT: Sandy Donovan, sandydonovan@gmail.com, 901-218-0613, www.tndressage.com.

22-26 | Hmi august classic Petaluma, CA.

24-26 | stoecKlein pHotograpHy Workshops, Wolf, WY. CONTACT: tess@drsphoto.net, 208-726-5191, www.drsphoto.net.

24-26 | Dressage at lampligHt august I & II, Wayne, IL. CONTACT: Lloyd Landkamer dressageshowinfo@aol.com, 630-497-1770, www.dressageshowinfo.com.

24-26 | anDrews osborne acaDemy August Willoughby, OH. CONTACT: Laura Webster, lwebster@andrewsosborne.org, 440-942-8700, www.andrewsosborne.org.

24-26 | Duncraven inc., Titusville, NJ. CONTACT: Timothy Fedor, tim@duncraven.com, 609-737-6689, www.duncraven.com.

24-26 | equestrian sport proDuctions, LLC. Summer III, Wellington, FL. CONTACT: David E. Burton Jr., davidburton4@mac.com, 561-793-5867, www.equestriansport.com.

24-26 | nmHJa beacH party sHow, Albuquerque, NM. CONTACT: Pamela Rush, rushshows@aol.com, 904-396-4106, www.nmhja.org.

24-26 | nortH FloriDa summer, Green Cove Springs, FL. CONTACT: Alexis Newman, alexisgnewman@gmail.com, 904-284-1579, www.nfhja.com.

24-26 | paciFic nortHwest morgan, Spanaway, WA. CONTACT: Catherine Cloud, seacloud@greatnorthern.net 425-422-4131.

24-26 | sHepHerD rancH syvpc Horse Trials II, Santa Ynez, CA. CONTACT: Ronnie Thielmann, ide3day@hotmail.com, 805-895-9231, www.syvponyclub.com.

24-26 | virginia presiDential new World Show PFHA Event VIII, Lexington, VA. CONTACT: Deborah Suder dksuder@aol.com, 804-517-5750, www.vappfa.com.

25 | topline Horse center, Yorktown, VA. CONTACT: Pauline Creeden jpcva@juno.com, 757-591-8791, www.toplinehorsecenter.com.

25 | summerplace Farm Horse sHow, The Plains, VA. CONTACT: Tom, Finch, info@summerplacefarm.com, 540-364-0006, www.summerplacefarm.com.

25 | Four oaKs Farm, Palmyra, VA. CONTACT: Aileen Ryalls four_oaks_farm@yahoo.com, 434-589-8488.

25 | newport international polo series XXI Newport vs. Philadelphia, Portsmouth, RI. CONTACT:, www.nptpolo.com.

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Calendar august 25 | Stone Bridge Farm, Natural Bridge, VA. CONTACT: Katrina Weinig 540-291-1000, www. stonebridgefarm.net.

25-26 | CdCta eventing CliniC witH Stephanie Baer, TBA. CONTACT: Mickey Lorenzen, 860-537-9927.

26 | oaK riSe Farm gymKHana, Goffstown, NH. CONTACT: oakrisefarm@comcast.net, 603656-9730, www.oakrisefarm.com.

25 | Kelly’S Ford open HorSe SHow, Remington, VA. CONTACT: James Moore, 540-3991800, www.innatkellysford.com.

25-26 | pBF open Sport HorSe SHow I & II (WNYDA), Holland, NY. CONTACT: Jacqui Richie 267-240-7389, jacquirichie@yahoo.com, www. wnyda.org.

25-26 | geneSee valley riding & driving Club Spring Horse Trial (USEF, USEA), Geneseo, NY. CONTACT: Tina Russell 585-243-3739, tinarusl@gmail.com, or, www.gvrdc.com.

26 | tHe CertiFied HorSemanSHip Assoc. (CHA) Regional Conference, Menifee, CA. CONTACT: Lori Hall-McNary 760-741-1179, www. cha-ashe.org.

25-26 | Centerline dreSSage ClaSSiC I & II, Springfield, IL. CONTACT: Alice Martin, alice. martin@mac.com, 217-546-9400, www.centerlinedressage.com.

26 | HampSHire County riding CluB Back to School Ride, Goshen, MA. CONTACT: Maureen Adams 413-977-6229.

25 | roSeoldian Farm, Virginia Beach, VA. CONTACT: Amanda Abernathy equit8@hotmail. com, 757-729-2733, www.roseoldianfarm.com.

25 | wHiteStone Farm, Fredericksburg, VA. CONTACT: Kathleen Bonner, kandfbonner@verizon. net, 540-840-5484, www.whitestonefarmva.com.

25 | glC HorSe Haven Farm, Farmville, VA. CONTACT: Catherine Duker, cancunresorts@ hotmail.com, 434-392-4599 .

25 | antareS dreSSage SCHooling Show,

Pinehurst, NC. CONTACT: 910-295-0075, www. antaresdressage.com.

25 | Summit Hill Jumper SHow Apex,

NC. CONTACT: www.summithillfarmnc.com, 919-362-7899.

25 | ttC dreSSage and ComBined teSt, Mocksville, NC. CONTACT: 336-998-5280, www.ttcmocksville.com.

25 | Camelot riding CluB auguSt, Newhall, CA. CONTACT: Raizy Goffman raizy@socal.rr.com, 818-259-4364, www.camelotevents.com.

25 | gardnertown FarmS aug, Newburgh, NY. CONTACT: Patricia H. Dencker, tdencker1@aol. com, 845-564-6658, www.gardnertownfarm.com.

25 | gold CreeK equeStrian Center -

August, Woodinville, WA. CONTACT: Jim Bagby, jimbagby@comcast.net 425-806-4653, www.gold-creek.com.

25 | HalCyon Farm Summer Finale, Dillsburg, PA. CONTACT: Barbara Kohr bakohr@comcast. net 717-432-1367, www.halcyon-farm.com.

25-26 | Fall dreSSage ConCourS i & ii

Venice, FL. CONTACT: Linda Aldrich, foxleafarm@ aol.com, 941-480-1100, www.foxleafarm.com.

25-26 | nortHweSt Sport HorSe Breeders

Classic II & III, Auburn, WA. CONTACT: Markay Kerr, crimsonoak@rainierconnect.com, 253-381-7349, www.nwshba.com.

25-26 | pBF open Sport HorSe SHow I & II, Holland, NY. CONTACT: Alicia Rosenblatt serendipity1998@aol.com, 716-866-8536, www. pbfamilyranch.com.

25-26 | dreSSage at waterloo Summer

Finale II, Grass Lake, MI. CONTACT: Kevin Bradbury, info@horseshowoffice.com, 734-426-2111, www.horseshowoffice.com.

25-26 | Fairwind Farm auguSt, Santa Rosa,

CA. CONTACT: Laurie Daniel-Smith ldsonhorse@ aol.com, 510-672-3260, www.fairwindfarm.biz.

25-26 | Full gallop Farm HorSe trialS, Aiken, SC. CONTACT: Lara Anderson, 803-2156590, fullgallopfarm@yahoo.com, www.fullgallopfarm.com.

25-26 | gavilan CHapter Summer SHow,

25-26 | oaatS 2012 ride liSt, Waynesville, OH. CONTACT: Mickie Newman, akela83@att.net 937-232-9256, www.OAATS.org.

San Juan Bautista, CA. CONTACT: Ellen Corob emcorob@charter.net, 805-440-2947, www. gavilanchaptercds.org.

25-26 | dreSSage JudgeS CliniC, Wayne, IL,

25-26 | nortHern ligHtS dreSSage, Lake

www.USEF.org.

Elmo, MN. CONTACT: Nancy Porter, nancyporter8@aol.com, 651-770-8482.

25-26 | wrCa - drive laKe Farm, Park, OH. CONTACT: Dave Antes & Ann Peterson, www. wrcarriage.com.

25-26 | ole SoutH dreSSage, Murfreesboro

25-26 | wHite FenCeS at palm BeaCH

Equine I & II, Loxahatchee, FL. CONTACT: Adam Pollack whitefencesFL@gmail.com, 954-803-6522.

25-26 | Breed SHow at BrooKSide, North

TN. CONTACT: Sandy Donovan sandydonovan@ gmail.com, 901-218-0613, www.tndressage.com.

25-26 | tHe araBian Fall FeStival, Newberry, FL. CONTACT: Carlie Evans, xevansfarm@ aol.com, 352-215-0710.

Smithfield, RI. CONTACT: Lyn Spinella, lynspin9@ aol.com, 401-265-9421, www.brooksideec.com.

25-26 | valinor Farm H.t., Plymouth, MA. CONTACT: Robyn Risso, robyn@valinorfarm.com, 508-224-3332.

25-26 | new england pony ownerS & Breeders Assoc. Horse Show (NEHC), Deerfield, NH. CONTACT: James Morton 603-463-5793.

25-26 | wHidBey equeStrian Center

25-26 | Breed SHow at BrooKSide i & ii, North Smithfield, RI. CONTACT: Meredith Ferland meredithferland@gmail.com, or, www.brooksideec.com.

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Summers End, Coupeville , WA. CONTACT: Helen St. Amand, wecstama@whidbey.net, 360-6788860.

25-26 | CdCta eventing CliniC with Stephanie Baer, Northampton MA, www.cdctaonline.com.

26 | CHeSHire Fair Summer SHow CirCuit, Swanzey, NH. CONTACT: Sue Weston, 603-9030102, www.cheshirefair.com.

26 | red gate Farm, Hamilton, VA. CONTACT: Christine Vitkus redgatefarmva@aol.com, 540-882-3530, www.redgatefarmva.com.

26 | SummerduCK run Farm HorSe Shows, Culpeper, VA. CONTACT: Rosemary Thomas,summerduckrunfarm@gmail.com, 540-825-6177, www.summerduckrunfarm.com.

26 | CornerStone Farm open SCHooling Show, Foster, RI. CONTACT: info@cornerstonefarmri.com, 401-397-9242, www.cornerstonefarmri.com.

26 | aCton Fair HorSe SHow (NEHC).

CONTACT: Cheryl Johnson 207-651-3454, cherylj@ metrocast.net or, www.mainehorseassoc.com.

26 | SmitHBridge StaBleS HorSe SHow (NEHC), Wakefield, RI. CONTACT: Bonnie Smith 701-783-0741, lizster222@cox.net or, www.smithbridgestables.com.

26 | nBHa ma01 pointed run 500.00 AddedGibson’s Arena Noon Start (NBHA and Open), Grafton, MA. CONTACT: Karen Miller 508-237-2294, marineraussies@comcast.net or, www.nbhama01. com.

26 | Bay State trail riderS aSSoCiation Get To Know BSTRA Ride, Athol, MA. CONTACT: Becky 508-476-3960, bstra@charter.net, www. bstra.org.

26 | Camp marSHall worCeSter County 4-H Horse Show, Spencer, MA. CONTACT: Jeanne, 508-885-4891 or jeanne@campmarshall.org.

26 | wrCa - drive, LaGrange, OH. CONTACT: Floyd & Linda Wells, www.wrcarriage.com.

26 | 57tH annual aCton Fair HorSe Show - Class B Hunter, Acton, ME. CONTACT: Cheryl Johnson cherylj@metrocast.net 207-651-3454.

26 | piSCataquog area trailwayS,, New Boston, NH. CONTACT: Chris Lippincott, hunter235us@yahoo.com, 603-487-5168, www. piscataquogareatrailways.com.

26 | nortH SHore HorSemen’S auguSt, East Boston, MA. CONTACT: Mary Lynne Rahlson, mlrahlson@msn.com, 978-462-3732.

26 | Swan laKe StaBleS Summer Finale, Littlestown, PA. Nathan Panetta, nathan@swanlakestables.com, 717-359-5357, www.swanlakestables.com.

august Calendar 26 | Vail Farm august, North Salem, NY. CONTACT: Philip Ake vailfarm@optonline.net, 914-669-5602, www.vailfarm.com.

29-9/2 | sHoWpark all seasons summer Tournament, Del Mar, CA. CONTACT: Stephanie Wheeler showpark@aol.com, 949-443-1841, www.obeshows.com.

31-9/1 | asam 38tH annual summer Spectacular (NEHC), Topsfield, MA. CONTACT: Rick Drew 207-272-0082, asamnews@yahoo.com, or, www.mainehorseassoc.com.

29-9/2 | texas rose summer’s end Classic, Tyler, TX. Kathy Brunson, info@texasrosehorsepark.com, 903-882-8696, www.texasrosehorsepark.com.

31-9/2 | Conyers Fall ClassiC, Fall Temecula, CA. CONTACT: Conyers GA JP Godard, 770-602-2510, gatewoodjumps@aol.com, www. equusevents.com.

29-9/2 | Warrenton Horse sHoW, Warrenton, VA. CONTACT: Diane Jones, diane@vagoldcup. com, 540-347-9442, www.warrentonhorseshow. com.

31-9/2 | dressage at stone taVern Allentown, NJ. CONTACT: Jacqueline Richie jacquirichie@yahoo.com, 609-259-0170, www. horseparkofnewjersey.com.

27 | smoke rise riding Club august ii, Kinnelon, NJ. CONTACT: Shirley Grisewood, 973283-0102.

30 | Virginia ClassiC open Dressage Show, Virginia Horse Center, VA.

27 | Wits end Farm summer, Jackson, NJ. CONTACT: Yolanda Mazzarisi, yolanda61@msn. com, 732-928-1480, www.witsendnj.com.

30 | eraHC Virginia ClassiC open Dressage, Lexington, VA. CONTACT: Linda Denniston crqhf@aol.com, 301-606-7621, www.erahc.org.

31-9/2 | equestrian sport produCtions, LLC. Labor Day A Wellington, FL. CONTACT: David E. Burton Jr. davidburton4@mac.com, 561-798-2977, www.equestriansport.com.

28 | palermo summer Finale, Bedminster, NJ. CONTACT: Gretchen Ornia Pacher, info@ palermoshowstable.com, 908-719-7500, www. palermoshowstable.com.

30-9/3 | equestrian exCHange taCk Consignment Sale, Greensboro, NC. CONTACT: www.EquestrianExchange.com.

28 | ridgeField equestrian Center August, III, Ridgefield, CT. CONTACT: Wendy BanksPola, 203-438-7433.

Horse Show Quentin, PA. CONTACT: Pamela Rush rushshows@aol.com, www.rushshows.com, 717-253-8529.

26 | Westbrook Hunt Club august, Westbrook, CT. CONTACT: Jane Dow-Burt, jane@ westbrookhuntclub.com, 860-399-7317, www. westbrookhuntclub.com.

26-9/2 | Hampton ClassiC, Bridgehampton, NY. CONTACT: Shanette Cohen, shanette@hamptonclassic.com, 631-537-3177, www.hamptonclassic.com.

28 | HigH Hopes tHerapeutiC Registered Path Instructor Training Course, Old Lyme, CT. CONTACT: Laura Brown 860-434-1974 ext 117 or lbrown@highhopestr.org.

28-30 | steWards - C1 & C2 CliniC, Syra-

cuse, NY, www.USEF.org.

29 | Cape Cod Hunter Horse sHoW,

Marston Mills, MA. CONTACT: Nancy Venezia, 508428-2621, www.CapeCodHunter.com.

29 | u.s national Hunter breeding Cham-

pionship, Del Mar, CA, www.usefnews@usef.org.

29 | akF summer Jumper sHoW #11, Mills, MA. CONTACT: horsetrials@appleknoll.com, 508376-2564, www.appleknoll.com.

29 | CJl Farm inC., Freehold, NJ. CONTACT:

Claudine Liberatore cjlinc2003@yahoo.com, 917371-4551, www.cjlfarm.com 29-9/1 | Jubilee regional CHampionsHip Morgan, Springfield, IL. CONTACT: Frederick Nava, fnava1@verizon.net, 781-585-9006.

29-9/2 | Hits-on-tHe-Hudson Vii, Saugerties, NY. CONTACT: info@HitsShows.com, 845-246-8833, www.hitsshows.com.

29-9/2| end oF summer at quail run,

Elkhorn, NE. CONTACT: James Urban, urbs5@aol. com, 402-630-3368.

29-9/2 | nortHWest speCtaCular, Wilson-

ville, OR. CONTACT: Shelley Campf, ozinc@yahoo. com, 505-704-7985, www.hapshows.com.

29-9/2 | otter Creek ClassiC Hunter Jumper Show, Wheeler, WI. CONTACT: Lena Warner org@ottercreekfarm.com, 715-658-1602, www.ottercreekfarm.com.

30-9/1 | quentin riding Club Fall Hunter

30-9/2 | mystiC Valley Hunt Club Horse Show, Gales Ferry, CT. CONTACT: 860-464-7934, www.MysticValleyHuntClub.com.

30-9/2 | asam 38tH annual summer Spectacular Show - Class AA Pleasure Show, Topsfield, MA. CONTACT: Ricky Drew, asamnews@yahoo. com, 207-272-0082.

30-9/2 | gold Coast series Vi, Burbank, CA.

CONTACT: Brenda Outwater brenout@aol.com, 818-840-8894, www.leghorseshows.com.

30-9/2 | greensboro Hunter Jumper Classic, Greensboro, NC. CONTACT: Martin Schlaeppi mschlaeppi@dixon-hughes.com, 336-8544554, www.sedgefieldshowgrounds.com.

30-9/2 | tennessee H-J ClassiC, Germantown, TN. CONTACT: Barney Mallace, rowdy721@ comcast.net 901-754-0009, www.wthja.com.

30-9/3 | ioWa Fall ClassiC arabian, Des Moines, IA. CONTACT: Jill Rittmer jill@rittmer.com, 515-262-3111, www.iaaha.com.

31-9/2 | eraHC Virginia ClassiC Andalusian/Lusitano Show, Lexington, VA. CONTACT: Linda Denniston crqhf@aol.com, 301-447-6240, www.erahc.org.

31-9/2 | granite state morgan Deerfield, NH. CONTACT: Raymond Ferro 603-463-9343, www.nhmorgans.com.

31-9/2 | kentuCky Classique Ht Lexington, KY. CONTACT: Mary Fike hmf@iglou.com, 859-621-2479, www.kyevents.net.

31-9/2 | motHer lode all morgan Rancho Murieta, CA. CONTACT: Kelly Wilson, denison_kelly@yahoo.com, 707-545-4200, www.svmhc.com.

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Name: ________________________________________________________________ Address: ______________________________________________________________ Email: ________________________________________________________________ Phone: _______________________________________________________________ Adult - $35.00 Junior (under 18) - $20.00 Family - $90.00 Breeder - $90.00 Make checks payable to the ABCR and mail with form to: ABCR, 71 Cavalier Blvd, #124 Florence, KY41042 Paypal www.payments@abcregistry.org OR Credit Card# ___________________________________________________________ Exp.Date: ___________________________Security Code: ______________________

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Name_______________________________________Date ___________________________________ Address ____________________________________________________________________________ City___________________________________________________State________Zip______________ Email _____________________________Phone____________________________________________ Membership Fees: __$20 Junior __$45 Jr w/AHA __$25 Individual __$75 Ind. w/AHA __$35 Family __$10 per horse Year End Awards

__/__/__ Date of birth ( Jr.) ____-____-______ Soc. Security# F/AHA ______________________Junior Name(s) ______________________ Horse Name(s)

Make checks payable to: A.H.A.M. Mail to: 5A Farm Street, Blackstone, MA 01504 Memberships include a subscription to the Equine Journal

Arabian Horse Association of New England

American Friesian Association Please print clearly. Send this completed form and fees to:

American Friesian Association, Route 2, Box 60, Nahunta, GA 31553 • (912) 462-6330

Name: _____________________________Phone: ____________________

Farm/Company:_______________________________________________________________

Address: ______________________________________________________

Your Name:__________________________________________________________________

City: _________________________State: _____________Zip: __________

Address: ________________________________ City/State: ______________Zip:___________

DOB: _______________SS#: _______________Email: ________________

Phone: _________________________________ Fax:_________________________________

New: ______ Renewing:______

Email:_________________________________Website:_______________________________

AHA#: _______________________ Member Since: __________________

Memberships run from January 1st through December 31st • Fee Schedule: All fees are given in US Dollars { } Individual: $40 All households must have an individual or family membership. { } Family: $65 Family memberships available for 2 or more members in a given household (must have same physical address). Please list first and last names of ALL members. { } Youth: $15

Youth membership requires one individual membership from an adult residing at the same physical address. To qualify for youth membership individuals must be under the age of 18 on January 1 of the calendar year in which membership is applied for.

{ } Lifetime: $250 Individual membership only.

TOTAL FEES ENCLOSED $____________

www.americanfriesianassociation.com • info@americanfriesianassociation.com

Send form and check payable to AHANE to: Jenny Stine P.O. Box 554 Harvard, MA 01451 Membership has increased to reflect an increase in membership from AHA.

____ $80.00 AHA Adult with Competition Card (AHA membership, Competition Card, AHA excess personal liability insurance)

____ $75.00 AHA Senior with Competition Card (AHA membership, Competition Card, AHA excess personal liability insurance) (60 years by 12/31/09)

____ $65.00 AHA Youth with Competition Card (Under 18 years by 12/31/09)

____ $25.00 AHANE Individual Membership

You may also join AHANE online via the AHA website: www.arabianhorses.org

American Saddlebred Association of Maine, Inc. Membership Application Name(s): _____________________________________________________________________________________________ Address: _____________________________________________________________________________________________ City: ____________________________________________________________ State: __________ Zip Code: ______________ Telephone: ________________________________ Email: _______________________________________________________

Family Membership: $30.00 (M/M & minor children) Junior Member: $20.00 (Under 18 yrs)

Senior Member: $25.00 (18 yrs & over) Lifetime Member: $100.00

If you are a first time Saddlebred owner who resides in the State of Maine, you are entitled to a free introductory membership for the calendar year in which you first purchased your Saddlebred.

Enclosed is $____________ for membership in the American Saddlebred Association of Maine, Inc. for the year of 20____.

Name/dob of Junior Members: ____________________________________________________________ For membership information please contact asamnews@yahoo.com Please make checks payable to: American Saddlebred Association of Maine (ASAM) & mail to: Deb Hacskaylo, 76 Axtell Drive, Oakland, ME 04963. A membership card and ASAM sticker will be mailed to you. A copy of the By-Laws is available on request. You will also receive notice of meetings, show information and special activities.

Arabian Horse Association, Inc. of Maine Application for Membership

New Member ______ Renewal ______ Membership Year ______

Bay State Trail Riders Association, Inc. Membership Form Memberships are from January 1 through December 31 and include a free subscription to Equine Journal and Massachusetts Horse Type of Membership: ❏ New

ASSOCIATE MEMBERSHIP (Belonging to AHAME Only) 1. Individual Associate Membership 2. Family Associate Membership (includes children under 18) 3. Junior Associate Membership (under 18)

$25 $40 $17

FULL MEMBERSHIP (Voting rights in IAHA, Region 16 and AHAME) 4. Full Individual Membership $55 5. Full Family Membership $105 6. Full Junior Membership (under 18) $30

Please Note: Due to IAHA rules, full members MUST submit the date when you first became a member of IAHA in order to renew your Full Membership. Date: ________________________ If you are submitting a Junior Membership, please check here ______ Name _____________________________________ Date of Birth (required) _______________ Address ______________________________________________________________________ City, State, Zip Code _____________________________________________________________ Social Security # ________________________________ Telephone ______________________ Please send this Application for Membership, along with your check made out to AHAME, to: Laurie Emery, 222 River Road, Madison, ME 04950

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❏ Renewal ❏ Single $20 ❏ Family $30 ❏ Individual Lifetime Membership $350

Name_______________________________________________ Street_______________________________________________

If you would like to be active in a local chapter with more programs and events available, please check.

Town_______________________________________________

❏ HERD South Eastern MA Chapter

State____________ Zip___________ Phone________________

I would like to Help

Email ________________________________________________

❏ by volunteering for trail work days

❏ I want to receive the Bugle online ❏ I do not want my name released on any mailing lists ❏ I do not want to receive the Equine Journal or MA Horse

❏ by holding a ride ❏ by helping on a ride ❏ with other projects that might be needed

Mail this form along with your check made payable to BSTRA to: ❏ with________________________ Rose Zariczny, Secretary, 216 Grand Street, Woonsocket, RI 02895; bstra@charter.net For more information call 401-762-4805. www.bstra.org

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Connecticut Horse Shows Association, Inc. 2012 Membership Application

Membership Application

New Member â?? Renewal Type of membership desired: Individual/Junior $30.00 (Please attach name and date of birth of each junior member on a separate sheet) â?? *Family $45.00 â?? Corporate, Business or Farm $50.00 â?? Horse/Pony $15.00

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Name____________________________________________________ Address__________________________________________________ E-mail Address _____________________________________________ City____________________________State______ZIP____________ Phone _____________________________________________________ Membership ( ) $25.00 Make check payable to: Black Swamp Driving Club Send completed application to: Jacqueline Minges, Treasurer BSDC, 9048 Summerfield Rd, Temperance, MI 48182 Phone: 734-856-6122 Email: JMinges@hotmail.com

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Name _______________________________________________________________________________________________________ Address ______________________________________________________________ State ___________ Zip Code ________________ Phone __________________________________________ Email________________________________________________________ Horse/Pony ($15.00 each): (if pony, indicate size-â&#x20AC;&#x201D;-S, M ,L)

TOTAL AMOUNT ENCLOSED $________________

INTERESTS:

â?? Hunter â?? Jumper â?? Breed â?? Western â?? Pleasure â?? Dressage Do you wish to receive the Equine Journal from CHSA? â?? Yes â?? No â?? We agreed to abide by the rules set forth by CHSA, if applicable, I declare that I am an Amateur in accordance with â&#x20AC;&#x153;USEF Article GR808 Amateur Status.â&#x20AC;? SIGNATURE ______________________________ (If junior, parent or guardian must sign) DATE ______________ *A Family is a married couple or parent(s) and all children under 18. If showing Walk/Trot or Jog Divisions, please identify (S)addle, (W)estern or (H)unt seat. Show entries must be made using registered name or points will not count.

Make checks payable to CHSA and mail to: CHSA Membership, c/o G. Jensen, 195 Wildwood Drive, Cheshire, CT 06410.

Points accrue immediately upon receipt of application and dues by Show/Steward at a CHSA Member Show or the postmark date of an application and dues by the Membership Chairman.

Charles River Dressage Association Membership Application January 1 through December 31, 2012

CHARLES RIVER DRESSAGE ASSOCIATION, President: Linda Currie, 617-974-4441, l.currie@comcast.net; Vice President: Kate Champa, 401-351-1683, kchampa@earthlink. net; Membership Director: Carol Burkhart, 508-359-9961, carol.burkhart@comcast.net.

Connecticut Morgan Horse Membership Application CONNECTICUT MORGAN HORSE ASSOCIATION President: Melissa Curtis, 477 Dowd Ave., Canton, CT 06019; 860-693-2248. Vice President: Will Filosi, 321 Rt. 165, Preston, CT 06365; 860-887-6831. Secretary: Debra Becroft, 67 Hanover St., Yalesville, CT 06492; Treasurer: Lisa Cocco, 71 Old Farms Road, Cheshire, CT 06410; 203-699-8447; Membership: Melissa Curtis, 477 Dowd Ave., Canton, CT 06109; 860-693-2248.

____Junior (DOB__/__/__) ____Adult Amateur ____ Professional _____ Vintage (50-59) _____Masters (60+)

Last Name________________________________ First Name _________________________________ Name:_____________________________________________________________________________

Address ____________________________________________________________________________

Address: _______________________________________________________________________________

City _______________________________________ State ___________ Zip ______________________

Telephone: _____________________________________________________________________________

Telephone________________________________________________________________________________

E-Mail: _________________________________________________________________________________

â?&#x2019; Monthly Meetings â?&#x2019; Volunteering at shows/clinics

â?&#x2019; Public Relations/Advertising â?&#x2019; Quarterly Newsletters

Youth Membership ($20.00)

Family Membership ($40.00)

Individual Membership ($30.00)

I would be interested in helping with (check any that are applicable): â?&#x2019; Managing shows/clinics â?&#x2019; Fund Raising

â?&#x2019; Other (specify)

The Charles River Dressage Association is a GMO (Group Member Organization) of the United States Dressage Federation.

Annual Dues: Individual $55, Business $100. Add $12 for each additional family member.

Please make your check payable to: Charles River Dressage Association, 4 Jade Walk, Medfield, MA 02052 For more information, call Linda Currie at 617-974-4441.

Horse Nominations ($25.00 per horse)

(please list children under 18 with birthdays and name of horse nominated on separate piece of paper.)

Children under 18

DOB

Horse(s) Nominated for Year End Awards Please make check payable to CMHA, Inc. and mail with application to: Melissa Curtis, 477 Dowd Ave., Canton, CT 06019.

Membership Form

Colonial Carriage and Driving Society Membership Application Form

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YES, Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;d like to be a member for $25

Type of Membership Name:_____________________________AQHA # _____

Name ___________________________________________________________________________

Occupation: ___________________________________

Farm Name ______________________________________________________________________

Spouse: ____________________________AQHA # _____

Address _________________________________________________________________________

Occupation: ___________________________________

City _________________________________________ State __________ Zip ________________

) Renewal Membership ) NEW Membership

Youth: _______________ D.O.B. ______ AQHA # _______ Youth: _______________ D.O.B. ______ AQHA # _______

[

] Adult

$30.00

Individuals, 19 & over, as of January 1st, 2011.

[

] Joint

$40.00

Two (2) adults in the same household.

[

] Family

$50.00

Two (2) adults & youths in the same household.

[

] Youth*

$10.00

Address: _____________________________________

Individuals 18 & under, as of January 1st, 2011. *Must be accompanied by a parent/guardian membership.

We Own _____________________________________________________________Horses/Ponies

City: ____________________ State: ___ Zip Code:_______

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My/our driving interests are: ( ) Pleasure ( ) Educational Seminars ( ) Carriage Horse ( ) Competition ( ) Draft Horse

Telephone: _______________ E-Mail: ________________

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Telephone _______________________________________________________________________

Make check payable to: and mail to:

(

) Pony

Colonial Carriage and Driving Society Kay Konove, P.O. Box 1593, Stockbridge, MA 01262

Connecticut Dressage & Combined Training Association, Inc. We are a USDF Group Member Organization and a USEA affiliate.

Dues: â?&#x2019; *OEJWJEVBM ZFBST â?&#x2019; $35 Junior VOEFS â?&#x2019; $55 Family (includes 2 members) â?&#x2019; 64%' GFF GPS FBDI BEEJUJPOBM GBNJMZ NFNCFS .FNCFSTIJQ ZFBS JT %FD m/PW EARLY BIRD SPECIAL 4JHO VQ CFGPSF +BO HFU B EJTDPVOU

*T UIJT BQQMJDBUJPO GPS â?&#x2019; a new membership

â?&#x2019; a renewal?

Address: ____________________________________________________________________________ City: _____________________________________ State:____________________ Zip:_______________ Day Phone: _________________________________ Evening Phone: _____________________________ Email: ______________________________________________________________________________ Family Memberships Only: List the additional names and dates of birth (for Juniors only).

To help us to plan activities, please answer the following questions: â?&#x2019; Combined Training

MAIL APPLICATION WITH CHECK (PAYABLE TO CQHA) TO:

SUSAN SINNOTT, 57 WICKHAM RD, EAST HADDAM, CT 06423

] Joint Lifetime

$300.00 $500.00

Two (2) adults in the same household.

CQHA points accumulation will commence with receipt of membership application and dues.

Connecticut Ranch Horse Association Membership Form Mail form and a check made out to CT Ranch Horse Association to: Andrea Hills, 772 Brooks Rd., Middletown, CT 06457.

Membership: $25.00/person; $15.00 for each additional family member

Name: ____________________________________________________

Address: _____________________________________________________________________________

Name: ____________________________________________ Date: _____________________________

My primary interest is in: â?&#x2019; Dressage

Trainer/Barn: __________________________________

] Lifetime

Individuals, 19 & over, as of January 1st, 2011.

â?&#x2019; Other________________

Will you volunteer? â?&#x2019; Yes â?&#x2019; No Website: www.cdctaonline.com Email: cdcta@cdctaonline.com

Please make checks payable to: CDCTA and mail completed application and check to: $%$5" .FNCFSTIJQ D P 4IFMCZ 8BKDT r $IBSMJF $JSDMF 4PVUI 8JOETPS $5

City: ________________________________ State:____________________ Zip:____________________ Phone: ___________________________ Email: ______________________________________________ Tell us about yourself and your experience: Team Penning and Roping: Prior and/or current rating: Team Penning: _________ Roping: __________ Ranch Horse Experience: ______________________________________________________ Additional Family Members (please add age for members under 18 yrs): Name: ______________________________________ Experience: _______________________________ Name: ______________________________________ Experience: _______________________________ Signature: ______________________________________________________Date: __________________

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Connecticut Trail Rides Association, Inc. Membership Application â?&#x2019; Individual Membership (Must be 18 years old) ............................................................................... $25.00 â?&#x2019; Family Membership (Includes children under 18 years old) ....................................................... $30.00 â?&#x2019; Lifetime Membership .............................................................................................................................. $255.00 â?&#x2019; Lot Dues ......................................................................................................................................................... $45.00 â?&#x2019; Stall Dues ($5.00 per stall) .......................................................................................................................... $5.00 â?&#x2019; New Members one time charge ............................................................................................................ $10.00 s .EW -EMBERS ONLY "EFORE PAYING FOR A CAMP SITE YOU MUST CONTACT THE CAMP DIRECTOR Ann Dominick at 352-208-1809. s 9OUR NAME WILL BE PUT ON THE LOT LIST IN THE ORDER THEY ARE RECEIVED 9OU CANNOT HOLD A LOT unless you have a horse.

Amount Enclosed $ .AME ?????????????????????????????????????????????????????????????????????????

3TREET ????????????????????????????????????????????????????????????????????????? #ITY ???????????????????????????????????????? 3TATE ???????? :IP #ODE ??????????????

-AKE CHECKS PAYABLE TO #42! AND MAIL APPLICATION TO +IM $ORE #42! SECRETARY

,ITCHFIELD 2D -ORRIS #4 s $UES MUST BE PAID BY -ARCH ST IN ORDER TO RECEIVE your yearly subscription of Equine Journal and to hold your lots.

ERAHC Membership Name of Applicant (please print) ____________________________________________ Additional family members (Family memberships only)________________________________________________ Farm Name_______________________________________Website ______________ Address _____________________________________________________________ City_____________________________________State________Zip______________ Phone ________________________________ â?&#x2018; Family Membership $55* Cell _________________________________ â?&#x2018; Individual Membership $45* Email ________________________________ â?&#x2018; Juniors (18 and under) $20* **Please circle any information you do * $5 discount if paid before January 21 NOT want us to print or list on the ERAHC website** Make checks payable to ERAHC and send this form with payment to: Brenda Hammar, ERAHC Membership, 53 Jeremy Hill Road, Pelham, NH 03076 Phone: 603-635-3868 Email: erahc.membership@hotmail.com

The Foundation for the Pure Spanish Horse Invites You to Join Our Family!

Name: ________________________________________________________________ Breeder/Owner Codigo if known or if applicable _______ Do you own? ( ) Stallion ( ) Mare ( ) Gelding Birth Date (optional):_______________ Farm/Ranch: ______________________________ Billing & Mailing Address: ____________________________________________________ City: ______________________________ Zip:_______________ State: _____________ Website: _______________________________________________________________ Phone: ____________________________ Fax: ________________________________ Cell: ___________________________ Email: ________________________________

Passage Club - $12/Month See other benefit levels available at www.prehorse.org Please make checks payable and send to: The Foundation for the Pure Spanish Horse 4001 Juan Tabo NE, Ste. D, Alburquerque, NM 87111 Questions about membership?

See www.prehorse.org or call us at (505) 294-0800 or email foundationabq2@qwestoffice.net

GRANITE STATE APPALOOSA MEMBERSHIP FORM Name ___________________________________ Address_____________________________________ City_________________________________ ____State __________ Zip ____________ Email___________________________________ Phone ( )_______________________ Annual Dues: Family: Individual: Youth:

$30 ____________ $25 ____________ $20 ____________

Lifetime: $250 __________

NAMES List all in family: Name, DOB, ApHC# ___________________________________________________________________________________________ ___________________________________________________________________________________________ ___________________________________________________________________________________________ ___________________________________________________________________________________________ ___________________________________________________________________________________________

See website to nominate youth, N/P, or horses for year end points.

Make checks payable to GSAA, enclose all paperwork & mail to:

Julie Dolder, 796 Meredith Center Rd., Laconia, NH 03246 www.granitestateapps.com

Empire State Quarter Horse Association Membership Application

Green Mountain Horse Association

Name: ______________________________________________

Address: ____________________________________________ City, State, Zip: _______________________________________ Home Phone: _________________________________________ Cell Phone: __________________________________________

For membership information

Email Address: ________________________________________ â?? One Year Membership (Individual or Family) $35 â?? Three Year Membership (Individual or Family) $95 â?? Life Membership (Individual or Family) $250

on Green Mountain

Family includes children under 19

Horse Association, visit

www.gmhainc.org

New for Amateur Select Exhibitors: You must declare how you want your ESQHA points to be tracked for the 2012 season: â?? Amateur Classes â?? Amateur Select Classes Make check payable to ESQHA Mail to: Maureen Miller, 1241 Powerhouse Road, Memphis, NY 13112-8779

FLATLANDERS Dressage & Combined Training Association

Join Us! Contact:

Pat Boutwell 18380 TR 51 Bluffton, OH 45817

Phone:

419-231-4688

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Annual Membership fee: $36 Family membership fee: $36 + $10 additional fee per family member Visit our website or contact Pat Boutwell to receive a complete membership form.

www.flatlandersdressage.com

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Gypsy Horse Association Membership Application

Name:_________________________________________________________________ Address: _______________________________________________________________ City:_____________________________State:_________Zip: _____________________ Email: _________________________________________________________________ Telephone: _____________________________________________________________ Farm Name: ____________________________________________________________ Website: _______________________________________________________________ â?? â?? â?? â??

General Membership - One Vote, Subscription to Equine Journal, $75.00 Associate Membership - No Vote, Subscription to Equine Journal, $50.00 Youth Membership - No Vote, $20.00 Founding Lifetime Membership available through Sept. 30, 2008, $525.00

www.gypsyhorseassociation.org Please see website for mailing information

Gypsy Horse Registry of America, Inc. Membership Application Please complete form and mail with appropriate fee to address below. Please make checks payable to GHRA.

Name: ______________________________________________________________________________________ Farm Name:__________________________________________________________________________________ Address: ___________________________________________________Phone: ____________________________ City/State: __________________________________________Zip: ______________________________________ Spouseâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Name: ______________________________________________________________________________ Fax:____________________________________ Email: ______________________________________________ Website: ____________________________________________________________________________________ Full name of youth member and birth date, if applicable: ______________________________________________________

Membership Required (Circle One)

Renewal? Yes / No

Lifetime $500 Regular (Annual voting) $40 Associate (Annual Non-Voting) $35 Foreign (check this box for voting membership S ) $50 Youth (One time only, under 18 years old) $10 Would you like to be included in a published Breederâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s List? Yes / No

(ZQTZ )PSTF 3FHJTUSZ PG "NFSJDB *OD t 10 #PY t -B 1PSUF 5FYBT 5FM t HISB!GMBTI OFU t XXX HZQTZIPSTFSFHJTUSZPGBNFSJDB PSH A tax-exempt, not-for-profit, educational organization, IRS-501(c)(3)

International Friesian Show Horse Association PO Box 2839, Lompoc, CA 93438 Voice: (805) 448-3027 â&#x20AC;˘ Fax: (805) 448-3027 thepark@hwy246.net â&#x20AC;˘ www.friesianshowhorse.org

MEMBERSHIP APPLICATION

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PLEASE SELECT MEMBERSHIP TYPE:

___ Individual $25 ___ Mr. & Mrs. $35 Name (Adult Member (s)):__________________________________ Street: ______________________________________________ City: ________________________ State: ___ Zip Code: ________ e-mail address:_________________________________________ (for MassQHA use only; will not be shared)

phone number (____) _____-_______ Check here if you want to receive MassQHA Newsletter electronically: â?&#x2018; YES or â?&#x2018; NO (Newsletter will not be mailed to you.)

Youth Name: _________________________ Birth Date: __________ Youth Name: _________________________ Birth Date: __________ Youth Name: _________________________ Birth Date: __________ USE ADDITIONAL PAPER IF NECESSARY.

For more information contact:

Nancy Moos: 781-536-4119 or nmoos@yahoo.com

Make checks payable to: MassQHA MAIL THIS FORM AND PAYMENT TO: Nancy Moos, 1245 Ferry St., Marshfield, MA 02050-1802

Each membership is entitled to a membership card and subscription to the MHA official publication (January 1 â&#x20AC;&#x201C; December 31). Return to: Dollie Hutchins, 9 Bauneg Beg Rd., Sanford, ME 04073 Type of Membership Requested:

â?? Family: $35.00 / $25.00 if received before March 1st (Includes husband, wife and all children aged 17 & under listed below.)

Adult: ____________ Youth:____________ Age 17 & under. Date of birth required below. â?? Individual: $30.00 / $20.00 if received before March 1st

â?? Individual Life: $250.00

Name ___________________________________________Spouse _________________________________ Address ___________________________________________________________________________________ City _________________________________________________State __________Zip Code _____________ Phone No. (____)_____________________________ Names and birthdates of all children 17 & under:

1. _________________________________________ 2. ____________________________________ 3. _________________________________________ 4. ____________________________________

Please enclose a check made out to the Maine Horse Association for the following: Membership Fee $________ Total $________

www.mainehorseassoc.com

Maine Morgan Horse Club, Inc. Membership Form Dues for January to December: $25 - Family (includes all children 18 & under) $20 - Individual (18 and over) $15 - Junior (under 18 years old) $400 - Life Member Special Memberships: To show your dedication to the Maine Morgan horse and support the activities of the MMHC. These special memberships are published in each newsletter throughout the paid calendar year and on the www.memorgan.com website.

Below are the levels available and include a full family membership.

Bulrush - $60 Sherman - $45 Woodbury - $35

Mail this form to: Karen Marlin, 10 Sea Grass Farm, Brunswick, ME 04011 Name: ____________________________________________________________________ Spouse: ____________________________________________________________________ Address: ___________________________________________________________________ County:_____________________________________Telephone:________________________ Email Address: _______________________________________________________________ Other Family Members (please list date of birth for children under 18 years of age): ________________________________________________________________________ ________________________________________________________________________ www.memorgan.com

___ Family

$50

___ Life

$200

___ Riding Program

$25

(Voting privileges for each Adult member; (perforadult) this membership families with 3 or more Youth.)

(This is a one time fee, however, if membership lapses in MassQHA this fee must be paid again to resume the Riding Program.)

#1 in Barrel Racing Where Beginners Can Be Winners

USEF Membership No. _________ USDF Membership No. _______ Birth Date (Required for Juniors): ______

Maine Horse Association, Inc. Membership Application 2012

$10

(Aged 18 an under. Must be accompanied by an individual or Mr./Mrs. Membership of a parent or guardian.)

Interested in learning more about Barrel Racing?

Find the district in your area and get involved today!

Membership Application Name(s): ___________________________________________________________ Address: ___________________________________________________________ _________________________________________________________________ _________________________________________________________________ Phone: ____________ Alternate Phone: ___________ Mobile Phone: ____________ Email: _________________ IFSHA Membership Number (if renewing):____________ Membership Type: â?? Junior (under 18) â?? Adult Professional* â?? Adult Amateur** *Professional - compensated for training and/or competition **Amateur - not compensated for any training and/or competition Membership Term - December 1 through November 30: â?? Junior Annual $30.00 â?? Adult Annual $45.00 â?? Adult Lifetime $1000.00 See website for horse membership application and Equine Identity Record form.

___ Youth

For more information and a downloadable membership form visit www.nbha.com or call 706-722-7223

The New England MINIATURE HORSE Society PROMOTING, PROTECTING AND PERPETUATING THE MINIATURE HORSE

President: Clinton Jury, cajury01@gmail.com Vice President: Victoria Chalut, classact143@yahoo.com Secretary: Dawn Schabacker, sunrises@charter.net Treasurer: Laurie Slobody, laurieslobody333@aol.com

www.NEMHS.org NEW ENGLAND MINIATURE HORSE SOCIETY, INC.

ENCLOSED IS $35 FOR EACH INDIVIDUAL OR $50 FOR FARM MEMBERSHIP (2 ADULTS & ALL YOUTH) TO NEMHS FOR CALENDAR YEAR _____.

NAME ________ PHONE____________________ FARM NAME ____ MAILING ADDRESS _____ EMAIL ADDRESS _ CITY __________ STATE ZIP____________ JRâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;S NAME ___________________________________ DATE OF BIRTH _____ JRâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;S NAME ___________________________________ DATE OF BIRTH ____ MAIL TO: LAURIE SLOBODY, 55 CUTLER RD., WEST BROOKFIELD, MA 01585

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NEW ENGLAND PAINT HORSE CLUB EARLY BIRD SPECIAL ~ SAVE $10 if submitted before February 1st (Must be postmarked on or before February 1st)

Individual: $40.00 (Deduct $10 if before February 1st) $ ________________ Youth: (18 & Under as of January 1st) $30.00 (Deduct $10 if before February 1st) $ ________________ Youth Name & Date of Birth: ____________________________________________________ Youth Name & Date of Birth: ____________________________________________________ Youth Name & Date of Birth: ____________________________________________________

Please check one: New Member: _____

Renewal: _____ Date: _______

Name: ________________________________________________________________ Street: ___________________________City/Town: ____________________________ State: _______ Zip: ____________ Phone: ___________________________________ Email:_________________________________________________________________ Please make checks payable to: NEPHC Mail to: Karen Roy, NEPHC Secretary, 31 Mayflower Road, Londonderry, NH 03053 603-437-7006 â&#x20AC;˘ info@nephc.com

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Northeast Fjord Horse Association

New England Pinto Association Membership Application www.nepinto.com

“Promoting and Enjoying the Norwegian Fjord Horse”

NEW ENGLAND PINTO HORSE ASSOC, President: Paula Laughlin; Vice President: Johnathan Blake; Treasurer: John Weigel; Secretary: Jac Cunningham.

www.northeastfjord.com NAME: _____________________________________________________________________________

Send to: Jan Foster, 809 Sandwich Road, E. Falmouth, MA 02536.

Memberships run from 1/1/12 through 12/31/12.

FARM NAME: _____________________________ PHONE: __________________________________

I hereby apply for and enclose payment for the following type of membership: New ❑ Renewal ❑

ADDRESS: __________________________________________________________________________

Individual: __________________________________________

$31 per year: _____________________

Youth (18 and under) Birth Date: ________________________

$29 per year: ____________________

Family: ______________________________________________ $34. per year: ____________________ Children’s Name: _________________________________ Date of Birth: ___________________________ Name: _________________________________________ Address: _______________________________ Town: ____________________________________________ State: __________ Zip: _________________ Phone: _______________________ E-mail Address: ___________________________________________

CITY, STATE, ZIP: _____________________________________________________________________ E-MAIL: _______________________________ # OF FJORD HORSES: __________________________

❏ Junior Membership – $15.00 ❏ Single Membership (1 vote) – $30.00 ❏ Family/Farm Membership (2 votes) – $40.00 MAKE CHECKS PAYABLE TO: Northeast Fjord Horse Association MAIL NEW MEMBER APPLICATIONS AND DUES TO:

Rita Maccini, 152 Frank Williams Rd, Shelburne, MA 01370

Northeast Friesian Horse Club

THE NEW ENGLAND REGION/ CARRIAGE ASSOCIATION OF AMERICA

Membership Form www.NEFHC.com

NER/CAA Annual Dues: $20.00/Family or Individual Name: __________________________________________________________

The Northeast Friesian Horse Horse Club invites you to join our club formed because of our mutual admiration of the Friesian Horse. We are an official chapter of The Friesian Horse Association of North American (FHANA) & are organized under their rules & regulations.

Name: ________________________________________________________

Address: ________________________________________________________

Address: ______________________________________________________

City: ______________________State:_________________Zip: ____________

Telephone: ____________________________________________________

Telephone: (____) _______________ Email:____________________________

Email: ________________________________________________________

Please make checks payable to NER/CAA and send to: Alan Retter, 35 Flagg Rd., Hollis, NH 03049

Family/Farm Membership: $55.00 • Individual Membership: $45.00 Associate Membership: $35

Phone: 603-465-2720 • Email: alretter@dsadetection.com

Thank you!

Northeast Miniature Horse Club Membership Application

New Hampshire Hunter Jumper Association ❏ Individual $30.00 per year - Please circle one: Adult

Junior

Pro

❏ Individual Life $160.00/yr - Please circle one:

Junior

Pro

Adult

Please make your checks payable to NEFHC & mail to: Cathy Zine, 115 Waterford Drive, Hanover, MA 02339, 781-829-2086

❏ Family (2 Riders) $40.00/yr - Riders’ DOBs: ____________________________________ ❏ Grand Family (3+ riders) $50.00/yr - Riders’ DOBs: ________________________________ Name(s) _________________________________________________________________ Street ___________________________City/Town ________________________________ State _______ Zip ____________ Phone _______________________________________ Email ____________________________________________________________________ Date of Birth of Individual Member______________________________________________ Please make checks payable to: NHHJA Mail form & payment to: NHHJA c/o Barb Keating • 46 Indian Falls Rd. • New Boston, NH 03070

Welcome! Our club is proud to offer three levels of membership. All members are listed on the club’s website and receive our electronic newsletter, which includes periodic updates on our rescue/emergency activities and any rescue horses available for adoption. Dues are assessed on a calendar year basis. * All memberships include the entire household; adults and children, and one vote is allotted to each household for meeting and election purposes.

❑ Blue Ribbon ~ $25 ~ includes all adults and children in the household; ❑ Supreme Champion ~ $75 ~ Receives all the benefits of

receipt of our electronic newsletter; and one vote in club elections.

Grand Champion membership plus a $25 donation made to our ❑ Grand Champion ~ $50 ~ Receives all the membership benefits club’s Rescue/Emergency Fund. plus advertising space on our website’s Sponsorship Page (photo or ❑ Donation ~ Please accept the enclosed donation to the business card) and a link to member’s web site. club’s Rescue/Emergency Fund.

Membership Information Name: _____________________________________ Email: ____________________________________ Address: ___________________________________ Website: __________________________________ City/State/Zip:_______________________________ Phone: ___________________________________

❑ I do not wish to have my email published on the club’s website Names of Adult Members: ________________________________________________________________ Youth Members (with ages): ______________________________________________________________

We Hope You’ll Join Us! Total Enclosed $______ Checks should be made payable to Northeast Miniature Horse Club. Send with this form to Virginia Gonsalves, 1138 Pleasant St., Raynham, MA 02767

Northwest Connecticut Draft Horse Association Membership Application The Northwest Connecticut Draft Horse Association was formed in 1989 by a group of men (the first night about 40 men showed up, later joined by many females) interested in learning more about and promoting the draft horse. The mission of the group was to inform and educate the general public about the history and use of the draft horse.

The public events sponsored by the club and the many informative programs at club meetings accomplished this mission.

The horse owners were happy to get their horses and old-time equipment in front of the public at the many events they sponsored---a Fall Field Day, now named after two of our charter members who were so instrumental in the early success of the day, Bucky Ballard and Frank Colburn. Sleigh riding always paints such a nostalgic picture and they sponsored many sleigh rallies at both the Goshen and Harwinton Fairgrounds. Now the June “Dust--Off” is added to the list of sponsored events.

The ownership of a horse is not necessary to join the club, just the interest in the draft horse, a desire to make new friends who are also interested in draft horses and a willingness to help out at our events. The annual dues are $25 for single membership and $45 for family membership, due each January 1. Members have one vote on any issues before the club, you receive a newsletter each month, refreshments and a program at each meeting. We also try to hold events for members and guests only at no cost. We have a good time together and draft horse people are friendly and helpful.

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To become a member of the NWCDHA send your check to Treasurer Donna Marciano, 47 Stoneridge Drive, Torrington, CT 06790. We hope you consider joining. We are sure you will enjoy being a member of our club.

Name:_______________________________________________________________________________ Address: ______________________________________________________________________________ City: __________________________________________ State _______________ Zip ______________ Phone Number: ________________________________________________________________________ Do you own a horse?______________________________ Breed_________________________________

affiliates

OAATS MEMBERSHIP REGISTRATION FORM Name _____________________________ AHA # (If applicable) _____________

Membership Application

Address ____________________________________________________________

RIAHA Affiliate Members: expires the following year on the last day of the month in which you joined.

City _______________________________ State ________ Zip _______________

Adult: Includes one membership in RIAHA and AHA.

Phone number _______________________ Email __________________________ ❑ Full OAATS & AHA Member - Adult ($80) Membership runs from January 1st of any ❑ Full OAATS & AHA Member - Youth ($65) given year to December 31st of the same year. ❑ Associate OAATS Member - Adult ($30) Membership and Horse registration must be current for any competitions and/or recreational ❑ Associate OAATS Family - Adults ($50) riding hours to be considered for all programs. ❑ Associate OAATS Membership - Youth ($25)

❑ New Member ❑ Renewal Member

CURRENT AND/OR NEW HORSE REGISTRATION FEES

New Horse Recording $15 Renewal Horse Recording $10 One-Time Recreational Riding Enrollment Fee $25

Horse Name ________________________ Breed _____ Age ____ Sex ______ Barn Name ______________________ Check One: ❑ New $15 ❑ Renewal $10 ❑ Rec Riding $25 Please make all checks payable to OAATS and send to:

OAATS, Inc., PO Box 231, Rising Sun, OH 43457 Please check the website for forms, schedules, program rules, news, and updates throughout the year!

WWW.OAATS.ORG

Ohio Haflinger Association Membership Application

Name: __________________________________________________________________ Phone: __________________________________________________________________ Address: ________________________________________________________________ City: ____________________________State: _____ Zip: __________________________ Email Address: ____________________________________________________________ Would you prefer your newsletter emailed to you? ❏ Farm Name: ______________________________________________________________ How did you learn about the OHA (person/website/event) _______________________________________________________________________ I/We own _____ (number) Haflingers (ownership is not required) My/Our main interest in Haflingers is: ____________________________________________ Please fill out the form above and send with $25 yearly dues to: Ohio Haflinger Association, Judy Winkler, 9622 Eby Road, Sterling, Ohio 44276 330-464-2254 • jwink921@yahoo.com • www.ohiohaflinger.com

Membership Application First Name: ______________________ Last Name: ______________________

_____ Basic Dues $40.00 _____ Competition Card $35.00

Youth: Includes one membership in RIAHA and AHA. _____ Basic Dues $30.00 _____ Competition Card $25.00

Name: ____________________________________________________________________________ Address: __________________________________________________________________________ City:______________________________________________State:______ Zip Code: ____________ E-mail: ___________________________________________________________________________ SS#: _____________________________ Main Phone: _____________________________________ Youth DOB:______________________ Alternative Phone: __________________________________ AHA#: ___________________________________________________________________________ Renewal or New Membership (Please circle one)

Any Questions: E-mail: missemma@snet.net or call (860)928-5580 Make Checks Payable to: RIAHA Mail to: Karen Richmond, 246 Freedley Rd., Pomfret Center, CT 06259-1205

The Rhode Island Driving Club, Inc. THE RHODE ISLAND DRIVING CLUB, INC., President: Marguerite Tomany - 860-923-3302.

Vice President: Cat Luce; Treasurer: Bonnie Jean; Secretary: Christine Bailey.

Name __________________________________ Address _______________________________________ Town _____________________________________ State ______ Zip ____________ Phone _______________ New Membership ($25.00) ________________________ Renewal ($25.00) ________________________

Send membership applications to: Bonnie Jean 100 Monson Rd. Wales, MA 01081

The Rhode Island Driving Club, Inc.

www.ridrivingclub.org

Saratoga Driving Association Membership Form

Address: _________________________ _________________________________ City:_____________________________ State: _________ Zip: ______________

Dues: Still only $25.00 per year, payable to SDA ❏ New Membership (welcome!) ❏ Renewal

Home Phone: ______________________ Email: ___________________________ Member Type: (__) Individual $30 (__) Family

$45 (__) Corporate

$100

(__) Club

$50 (__) Youth under 18 $15

Renewal #: ____________________

Reg. Prefix: ______________________ Farm Name: _____________________ Club Name: ______________________ Corp Name: ______________________ Website URL: ____________________ Under 18-Age: ___________________

Please make check payable to: PMHA Mail to: Donna Lassanske, P.O. Box 203, Hodgenville, KY 42748 Membership term runs January 1 to December 31 of calendar year

............$30

150

Lifetime ................ $200

Name _________________________________________________________________________ Address _______________________________________________________________________ Phone (H) ____________________________________ (W) ______________________________ Email _________________________________________________________________________ Family/children _______________________________________________________________

Please mail this form with check to: Joanne Cholakis, Treasurer, 23 Beacon Ave, Albany, NY 12203

Silver Heels Riding Club www.SilverHeelsOnline.com

Name:_____________________________________________________ Address: ___________________________________________________ Phone:___________________________Email:____________________ Youth Name:______________________ DOB: ____________________ Family - $30.00 Single - (18 or over) $25.00

Junior - $20.00

Lifetime - $200.00

Membership includes a one year subscription to the Equine Journal.

All memberships expire on Dec. 31.

Mail form and check payable to: Silver Heels Riding Club, Sheri Paplaskas, 6 Meadow Fox Lane, Chester, NH 03036

Quarter Pony Association • PO Box 104 • Cambridge Springs, PA 16403

Note: to qualify for year-end points, both exhibitor and owner/leasee of equine must be a member of SHRC.

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affiliates

SNEHA

Virginia Horse Council 2012 Membership Application

Southern New England Horsemen’s Association

www.snehassociation.com

Offering English, Western, Saddle Seat and Miniature Classes.

Youth & Adult Exhibitors!

7 Shows Per Year/ Year-End Awards Thru Sixth Place For more information or to receive a membership form - return this form, call or email:

Karen Sapia, 57 Lathrop Rd., Uncasville, CT 06382 Phone: 860-608-7577 • Email: sapia_paul_karen@sbcglobal.net Name: __________________________________________________________ Address: ________________________________________________________ City:_____________________________State:___________Zip: ____________ Phone:_________________________Email: ____________________________

Southern New Hampshire Dressage and Combined Training Association, Inc. I hereby apply for membership to SNHDCTA and enclose payment of $_________. Membership includes affiliate membership to USDF, USEA & Equine Journal, newsletters, and reduced clinic, lecture and SNHDCTA show entry fees. Membership year is December 1 - November 30th.

For a full list of benefits visit our website: www.snhdcta.org

❏

New Member

❏

Renewal

Membership Options for 2012 (Note All “Premium Memberships” Include Insurance Coverage) ❏ ❏ ❏ ❏ ❏ ❏

$10 - Youth Membership (individuals under 18 years old) ❏ $25 - Individual Membership $50 - Premium Individual Membership ❏ $30 - Family Membership $500 - Lifetime Membership ❏ $75 - Premium Family Membership $50 - Commercial/Business/Farm ❏ $50 - Equine Group or Association (less than 100 members) $100 - Equine Group or Association (more than 100 members) $25 - Premium Lifetime Membership – Insurance Premium Payment Only ***Premium memberships provide “in-excess” insurance, runs from January through December 2012 and is not available for businesses*** *Total # of memberships purchased above _____________

Total $ enclosed _____________

Name _______________________________________________________________________________________________________ Address (include county, city, state & zip) _________________________________________________________________________ Farm/Business/Corporate Name_________________________________Phone _____________ Email_________________________

Please return this form with your check to: The Virginia Horse Council, 368 Litton Reaves Hall (0306), Blacksburg, VA 24061

West Greenwich Horseman’s Association Membership Form WEST GREENWICH HORSEMAN’S ASSOCIATION, INC. OF RHODE ISLAND, President: LuAnn Carpenter-Grafe, 382 Weaver Hill Road, West Greenwich, RI 02817; Vice President: Mike Grafe, 382 Weaver Hill Road, West Greenwich, RI 02817; Treasurer: James R. Hallam, 979 Victory Highway, Greene, RI 02827; Secretary: Marcia Stewart, 127 Robin Hollow Road, West Greenwich, RI 02817.

Name __________________________________________________________________________________

Membership: $20.00.

Address ________________________________________________________________________________ City __________________________________________ State ________________ Zip _________________

Name: ____________________________________________ Telephone: ____________________________

D.O.B. ____________________________

Address: ________________________________________________________________________________

Phone _________________________________ Jr. Rider

(under 18)

Email __________________________________________________________________________________ Please provide your email so we can provide you with up to date information

Please Make Checks Payable to: S.N.H.D.C.T.A, Inc. ❏ $35 Membership ❏ Main Interest Dressage ❏ Main Interest Combined Training ❏ Check here if you are willing to volunteer at club events. ❏ Check here if you are already a USDF “Participating” member.

This organization is a USDF Group Member Organization; and its members are automatically USDF Group Members and USEA Affiliate members. Mail your check to Membership Director: Stefanie Rossetti, 270 Kennedy Hill Rd., Goffstown, NH 03045 Your contributions are tax deductible.

City/Town: _____________________________________________________Zip Code: ________________ Membership includes subscription to Equine Journal $20 List people in family: ______________________________________________________________________ ________________________________________________________________________________________

Do you get Equine Journal from another club?

Make checks payable to West Greenwich Horseman’s Assoc.

Mail to: Marcia Stewart, 127 Robin Hollow Road, West Greenwich, RI 02817

Tri-State Horsemen’s Association

Western Reserve Carriage Association

Tri-State Horsemen’s Assoc. President: Alicia Cugini-Muscatelli, 401-265-5402; Vice-President: Jackie Cugini,401-949-4340; Secretary: Maegen Manning; Treasurer: Sharon Plante, 860-564-4700

Name ________________________________________________________________________________ Address ______________________________________________________________________________ City ___________________________________________ State _______ Zip Code __________________ Phone ___________________ Date _________ Email Address _________________________________ A subscription to the Equine Journal is included in memberships.

The Pedlar contains our official monthly newsletter of current news and upcoming events.

INDIVIDUAL $30.00 ________________ Anyone under age 18 who is applying for Individual Membership must also list their date of birth below.

Membership Form

www.wrcarriage.com Please print clearly: Name(s):_____________________________________________________________ (As they will appear in the membership directory)

Name(s):_____________________________________________________________ (For name badges, if different than above)

Address:______________________________________________________________

Family $35.00 _____________ If you are applying for our Family Membership Plan, please list the names of all persons to be included in the family membership and date of birth for each child under age 18.

City, State, Zip:__________________________________________________________

Child’s First/Last Name:

Email (Please print):_____________________________________________________

Date of Birth:

I have enclosed a check for the amount of: Please mail this form and payment to: TSHA Membership, 948 Ekonk Hill Rd, Voluntown, CT 06384

$ ____________________

Website: www.tristatehorsemen.com

Vermont Quarter Horse Association Inc. www.vtqha.com Membership Application

❏ Family $30.00 ❏ Single $20.00 ❏ Youth $10.00 ❏ Lifetime Membership $200.00

Phone:________________________________ Cell or 2nd Phone:__________________

Please send Membership Application, $25 membership fee (payable to Western Reserve Carriage Association) and our signed Liability Disclaimer that you can print from our website to: Dave Antes, 3919 Wyoga Lake Rd., Cuyahoga Falls, OH 44224-4949 drales@ix.netcom.com • phone: 330-928-6001 • fax: 330-928-1290

WORLD CLASS MINIATURE HORSE REGISTRY, INC. 12009 Stewartsville Rd., Vinton, VA US 24179

Tel./Fax: (540) 890-0856 www.wcmhr.com Divisions: A-34” & under B over 34”-38” Types of Registration: Open, Qualified & Hardship

Name: _________________________________________________________________________________ Address: ______________________________________________________________________________

MEMBERSHIP FEE - US Funds Only $32 US $47 Canada $67 Foreign Countries

Tel #: ________________________________Cell #: ___________________________________________

Name: ___________________________________________________________ Farm Name: ______________________________________________________ Address: _________________________________________________________ City: ____________________________________________________________ State: ___________________________________________________________ Zip: _____________________________________________________________ Spouse/Partner if included ___________________________________________

Email: ________________________________________________________________________________ Youth Name: ____________________________________________D.O.B. ___/___/___(18 and under) Youth Name: _______________________________________ D.O.B. ___/___/___

Membership includes one year subscription to Equine Journal.

Please make checks payable to VQHA and mail to : Lucille Evarts, 3796 Green St, Vergennes, VT 05491 802-233-0567 • evartsl@yahoo.com

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AFFILIATES

Yankee Walkers, Gaited Horses of New England Julie Dillon, President: horsefeathersnh@comcast.net Loren Stevens, First Vice President of ME & NH: lhhstevens@myfairpoint.net Ellen Flatley, Secretary/Treasurer: efequus@roadrunner.com

Membership runs 1/1 - 12/31 Name:________________________________________________________________________________ Address:______________________________________________________________________________ Phone: ___________________________________

Email: ____________________________________

Year End Award Nominations: Name of Horse: _______________________________________________ Nomination: $12/horse and/or $6/rider x ______________(# of horses and/or riders) = ______________ TWHBEA Reg.#: _________________ Individual or Youth membership $20.00_______________ Family membership $25.00______________ Please make check to: Yankee Walkers, Gaited Horses of New England Mail to: Ellen Flatley, P.O. Box 1199, Ashland, NH 03217,

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Equine Journal Affiliates American Bashkir Curly Registry American Friesian Association American Saddlebred Association of Maine, Inc. Arabian Horse Association, Inc. of Maine Arabian Horse Association of Massachusetts Arabian Horse Association of New England Baroque Equestrian Games & Insitute Bay State Trail Riders Association, Inc. Black Swamp Driving Club Charles River Dressage Association Colonial Carriage and Driving Society Connecticut Dressage & Combined Training Association, Inc. Connecticut Horse Shows Association, Inc. Connecticut Morgan Horse Association Connecticut Quarter Horse Association Connecticut Ranch Horse Association Connecticut Trail Rides Association, Inc. Eastern Region Andalusian Horse Club Empire State Quarter Horse Association Flatlanders Dressage & Combined Training Association Foundation for the Pure Spanish Horse Granite State Appaloosa Association Green Mountain Horse Association Gypsy Horse Association Gypsy Horse Registry of America International Friesian Show Horse Association Maine Horse Association, Inc. Maine Morgan Horse Club, Inc. Massachusetts Quarter Horse Association National Barrel Horse Association New England Miniature Horse Society New England Paint Horse Club New England Pinto Association New England Region Carriage Association of America New Hampshire Hunter Jumper Association Norfolk Hunt Club Northeast Fjord Horse Association Northeast Friesian Horse Club Northeast Miniature Horse Club Northwest Connecticut Draft Horse Association Ohio Arabian and All Breed Trail Society Ohio Haflinger Association Purebred Morab Horse Association Quarter Pony Association Rhode Island Arabian Horse Association Rhode Island Driving Club, Inc. Saratoga Driving Association Silver Heels Riding Club Southern New England Horsemen’s Association Southern New Hampshire Dressage & Combined Training Association Tri-State Horsemen’s Association Vermont Quarter Horse Association Virginia Horse Council West Greenwich Horseman’s Association Western Reserve Carriage Association World Class Miniature Horse Registry Yankee Walkers Gaited Horses of New England August 2012

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Gypsy Horses

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LAST LAUGH

Fun n’ Games AT A SHOW RECENTLY I experienced a new “fun class.”

Forget those old-school fun things to do like Ride A Buck or Egg & Spoon. In this modern, fast-paced, multi-tasking Digital Age we need new ways to amuse ourselves. This class was “Texting While Trotting.”

Simple rules: At a posting trot around the arena, the first rider to correctly text a sentence to the show secretary’s phone wins. Steering, direction, diagonal did not count against you; just speed and accuracy of the text.

Will it shock you to know that all the entries in this class were under 20?

Didn’t think so.

You could see the looks on us mature folks’ faces as the objective was announced. I, who can barely text a coherent message while standing still in a well-lit room with reading glasses on, tried to imagine the steps my overheated brain would have to go through: Step One: Remember how to post the trot while still holding on to phone.

Step Two: Stare uncomprehendingly at phone icons to remember which one is for texting. Swerve at last minute to avoid running into other horse.

Step Three: Try desperately to remember the phone number to text to.

Why do they have to be 10 digits?

Step Four: Stab blindly at the keys while autocorrect turns “I won the texting while trotting class” into “I worm the textures evil grotto clap.”

Step Five: Push send only to find out I’ve subscribed to the Xtreme Cage Fighters newsletter and weekly video highlights.

Step Six: Realize that the winner of the class was announced 20 minutes ago (it only took her three seconds) and everyone has gone to dinner.

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horseback. Try these out at your next show: “Facebooking While Loping.” In this class, you must take a video of your ride with your phone, upload it to Facebook, add clever captions (things like, Oops! Was that the judge I just flattened?) and share it with 10 friends without switching leads or breaking gait. Extra points for every time your friends share on other peoples’ pages.

“Jump Skype.” A thrilling combo of stadium jumping and talking to your friends by Skype video on your phone, showing them every jump before you take it and getting their feedback on the best approach. Points deducted for screaming—you or your friends.

“Conference Call at the Canter.”

Designed for the professional who has to squeeze riding time into a demanding work schedule, this class has you conducting a conference call with your staff and prospective customer to close a big deal while riding a dressage test.

First rider to close the deal receives extra points, while points are taken off for cursing, grunting and executing less than perfect circles.

Folks, this is Riding in the Age of Technology. If you aren’t multi-tasking, you aren’t living! If you like this article, Tweet, Pin, share and comment—while riding, of course!

ANGE DICKSON FINN is an award-winning freelance writer, western pleasure competitor and retired horse show mom who will likely never enter a texting while trotting class.

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