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contents May 2014

20 Barn Hacks

features 42 College Bound Advice on how to get the most out of your campus visit.

BY CHRISTINA KEIM

To Simplify Your Life

78 Food Wars

Save money, time, and effort with these tips.

54 Surviving the Outdoors

BY CARLEY SPARKS

Supplementing the finicky eater.

BY KAREN ELIZABETH BARIL

Seven steps to combating summer pests.

BY SUSAN WINSLOW

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Check out our top fly mask picks on page 34.

PHOTO: SAMANTHA PLEASANT FLEMING

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May 2014

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14 Editor’s Note 16 On the Road 18 Letters to the Editor 20 In Your Words 25 Points of Interest 29 Now You Know 32 Ten Things 34 Prepurchase Exam 36 Dressage Pointers 38 Hunter/Jumper Pointers 40 Ask the Vet

lifestyle 83 Travel 89 Fashion 91 Fitness 93 Collecting Thoughts 118

the scoop 95 Industry Wide News 99 Industry Wide Affiliates 107 Hunter/Jumper 113 Eventing 117 Dressage 123 Driving 127 Western 133 Distance Riding/Trail 137 Morgan 141 Arabian 147 Quarter Horse 151 Baroque 155 Breed Affiliates

160 Real Estate 168 Marketplace 169 Stallion Paddocks 170 Directories 179 Classifieds 180 Affiliate Directory 184 Last Laugh EQUINE JOURNAL

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137 Roxanne Sardelli Greenway sold Sarde’s Swingtown to Krystyna Dillon. 118 Brian Hafner and Lombardo LHF were victorious at the Mid-Winter Dressage Fair CDI-W. 127 Lisa Lockhart and Louie won at RFD-TV’s The American Rodeo.

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Old Town Barns plans, designs, and constructs custom horse barns, indoor arenas, equestrian facilities, and pole barns for horse owners throughout the Northeast.

With over three decades of experience and expertise, they develop long-term relationships with their customers. Read more on pages 22 and 23.

COVER PHOTO BY THOMAS ANCKNER.

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EDITOR’S NOTE

Life Made Easier SINCE I JUST WELCOMED MY second child last month, the time I get to spend with my horses is even more precious, and I am always looking for a way to sneak in any amount of extra time into my day.

That’s why I loved the idea Carley Sparks had for an article on “life hacks” for the barn. Similar helpful tricks have been going around blogs and websites for household chores, but I was excited to read how I could save time and money around the barn. For her helpful ideas, see page 64.

After a colder than usual winter in the Northeast, I am also very excited that warmer weather is finally here. Although, inevitably it also brings with it hoards of black flies and an abundance of other flying pests. There is nothing that can ruin a trail ride faster than little creatures flying into your eyes, biting you and your horse, and buzzing incessantly around. Sue Winslow tracked down some helpful ideas that you may not have thought of to keep these annoyances at bay. Find out more by turning to page 54. And don’t miss our reviews on fly masks on page 34 to see which one would work best for your horse.

Also this month, Christina Keim helps you get the most out of your campus visit in the article “College Bound” on page 42. It can be hard to get a feel for the college in just one or two visits, so Christina talked to several experts on the college adm admissions experience so you can make the most of your time and make the right decision based on your wants and needs.

Hopefully this month’s issue will help you save some time, and even money, so you can have more for your equine companions!

We welcomed Brynn Adeline Ballou to the world on April 4.

Managing Editor

Be a Part of the Equine Journal » This month in our “In Your Words” column, we asked what you have on your barn fix-up list.

See the answers on page 20. We would love to feature your answer next month. Visit us on Facebook, or send your answers to editorial@equinejournal.com. » If you have a great photo of your horse you would like to see as our Photo of the Month, email it to Jenn@equinejournal.com. » 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

5 Tips to Help You Prepare for Your Travels AS EQUESTRIANS, WE TEND TO find ourselves traveling a lot. Whether it’s to horse shows, year-end banquets, or even that far away shopping excursion to find that high-end bridle or saddle for an inexpensive price at a tent sale or trade show, there are many reasons to hit the open road. The following are five things I’ve learned throughout my life that will hopefully help ensure safe traveling this summer—although they may seem common sense, they’re not always the first thing you think about when heading out the door early in the morning:

you weigh less than you did at the start of the day, chances are you’ve lost water weight.

Signs of dehydration include thirst and dizziness— most shows have vendors that sell water, or if you want to go the economical route, be sure to buy some at the grocery store beforehand, and bring your own.

Always pack sunscreen…

Luckily, I have never run out of gas on my way to an event. I have been known to stop at a gas station or service center to fill up the tank, even if it’s not necessary. Most of the time, expressways have signs telling you how many miles between each service center, but I have found myself on a long stretch of highway before, realizing that it’s 30 miles (or more) before the next exit, without warning.

I’m a fair skinned rider, and have learned the hard way to pack sunscreen when attending horse shows—more specifically, one that’s SPF 25 or higher. If you’re attending a horse show as a competitor, make sure you keep a bottle in your tack trunk, garment bag, or horse trailer at all times. This way, it’s already packed, and you don’t have to worry about forgetting it following your 4:00 a.m. wake-up call.

…and water.

Another big mistake I’ve made is going to events without bringing water with me. Just as you want to ensure your horse stays hydrated, you should apply the same rule to yourself. The average person should drink eight glasses of water a day; if you’re exercising, you should ingest even more.

Here’s a helpful hint on how to tell if you’re not drinking enough water: weigh yourself in the morning before you go to a horse show, and again at the end of the day, when you get home (or back to your hotel—those with fitness centers often have scales). If

What’s Going On…This Month

When in doubt, gas up.

Examine your trailer.

If you own a horse trailer and plan on hauling your horse somewhere, be sure to do a safety check on it before you leave the barn, when you arrive at your destination, whether it’s the showgrounds or campground, before you leave to return home, and once more, when you’ve safely arrived back at your house or the stable.

This should help you prevent getting a flat tire, your trailer from getting unhitched, or your horse from getting injured while on the road.

Don’t be afraid to overpack.

Ahh, the life of an equestrian! There have been countless times when

Me, displaying my worst sunburn ever, at a Highview Riding Club show in Acton, ME.

I’ve left something at home and found myself at a horse show or on the trail, wishing I had packed for warmer, cooler, or rainy weather.

Last year, when I was attending the Saratoga Springs Horse Show in April, I expected the weather to be cool and breezy, and packed for 50-degree days, only to arrive at the competition, where it was a balmy 80 degrees throughout the entire weekend.

I have also found myself trail riding in the pouring rain without a helmet cover or rain coat to protect me from getting wet. I have also been to competitions where my show coat gets stained with green horse slobber, or my breeches end up dirty. Now, I pack for all types of weather, and if I’m competing, I always make sure I bring at least two of everything for each day I’m competing. Most horse shows have clothing vendors, but if you don’t want to spend an arm and a leg on a new piece of attire, it’s not a bad idea to overpack.

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» Looking for more tips for traveling while on the road? Or perhaps you’d like to share your own? Connect with me on my blog at equinejournal.com/ community/blogs/on-the-road. » Youth equestrian competition heats up this month, with the IEA Hunt Seat National Finals, set to take place May 16-18 at the Eastern States Exposition in W. Springfield, MA; the IHSA National Championships, will be held May 1-4 at the Pennsylvania Farm Show Complex in Harrisburg, PA. 16

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LETTERS TO THE EDITOR [ FEATURED LET TER ]

North Woods Animal Treats for Your Thoughts!

I loved the youth issue! It was a great idea and I loved the article on how to buy a pony.

I think there needs to be more information for new people on how to purchase. I was so glad that you included it.

- Mindy Lee Roland, Shady Point, OK

We love hearing from you! Send us your letters to the editor for a chance to win next month’s prize of North Woods Animal Treats. All letters we receive

by May 15 will be entered in the drawing. Send your submissions to editorial@ equinejournal.com, or to Equine Journal,l Editorial, 83 Leicester Street, N. Oxford, MA 01537.

Congratulations to Mindy Lee Roland for winning May’s letter-of-themonth! She will receive some North Woods Animal Treats.

I though that the March issue was great for the most part; a little misleading about “Meet the Mustang.”

The information about the upcoming adoption and adoption requirements are good, however, there’s no story about the Mustang—its present plight or the versatility of a trained mustang.

-Rene Bartlett Wright Via Facebook Editor’s Note: Thank you for your thoughts on this, Rene!

In case you missed it, we also featured the Mustang in the “Now You Know” column of the March issue. Turn to page 28 to learn more about the breed!

How about an article on fire safety in barns? Topics to discuss could include having more than one available entrance/exit, electrical safety, the right fire extinguishers, what to do, and what not to do. I think it would be very useful!

-Kimba Justice Sagamore Hills, OH I love the March cover photo! If only my horses would sit still long enough for me to get the camera out before they came and put their noses in the lens.

-Leesha Davis Clackamas, OR

I wanted to share this photo of me and my 13-year-old Morgan, Lacy’s High Fashion Magic, on course in the obstacles phase. Instead of brunch or flowers on Mother’s Day, my husband and two children went with me as grooms and headers so I could drive in the Western Reserve Carriage Association’s 2013 Sporting Day of Traditional Driving in Zoar, OH. -Louise West Fraser, Via Email 18

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I recently saw your article titled, “The Marvelous Marwari” and enjoyed it thoroughly. I am a horse trainer based in New Jersey and have worked with the Marwari for the past three years both here and in Spain. They have some very distinct characteristics that present unique training challenges and rewards. As a trainer I’ve learned quite a bit from them and am always glad to share those learnings. Thank you again for featuring them in the February issue.

-Kindest regards, Maria Katsamanis

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IN YOUR WORDS

I run a sanctuary for 15 special needs horses. Getting the footing in the front of our barns built up with milling to improve traction and drainage as well as patching some minor roof leaks made apparent by five days of rain are first on our list. Getting help affording materials and manpower are second.

-Tara Wahle-Guevara Putting mats down in my stalls.

-F.J. Thomas

Fixing up the tack room!

-Melissa Frazier Well, actually having a barn on my property is on my list!

-Yvonne Jones Automatic waterers.

-Robin Holder Dimauro Not a thing. It is perfect the way it is.

-North Point Farm A new barn and arena. We are working on them now!

-Kalisa Jenne-Fraser Light switch plate covers.

What can I say, I need to start small. I have the horse person empty wallet problem.

-Leah Raico

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What is on your horse’s daily menu?

I have a long list…a new roof, fencing, and gates for starters.

-Linda Weiss The whole barn! It is a wreck. It was built 25 years ago with used lumber and is about to see its last stand.

-Kathy Trum-Searah Replace the aging tin roof.

-Amy McCall Repair my main barn doors because the weather has really worn them down.

-Shaylen Sherer I really need to put on a coat or two of paint.

-Tina Karlen

From Our Staff The “off” switch was mistaken for “on” for the water heater one frigid night late last fall and that was the end of the water pump. It has yet to be fixed, which means I trek water to the barn morning and night, every day. A swift repair for that would certainly be welcome!

-Kathryn Selinga News Editor

Send your answers to Jenn@EquineJournal.com.

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What is on your barn fix-up list?

Regretfully, I need a new roof.

-Jane Furman Bartosik

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ON THE COVER Specifically assigned project managers oversee every aspect of the building process.

Old Town Barns A Timeless Appeal

BY JANE CARLTON; PHOTOS COURTESY OF OLD TOWN BARNS

CHARMING CUPOLAS, CUSTOM STALLS WITH CHERRY paneling, entire equestrian compounds…many horse people dream of building a barn or an entire facility turned out to meet every want and need. While some may think this is forever unattainable, Old Town Barns has built an entire business around making those dreams a reality.

Founder Dave Zublin began Old Town Barns, based in Pawling, NY, over three decades ago to preserve and honor the traditions of craftsmanship, reliability, and durability. He started out as a one-man crew, handling construction during the day and attending to the business at night. Dave earned a reputation for quality, dependability, and dedication—underlying fundamentals of Old Town Barns, then and now.

Fast-forward to today, and Dave’s son Dylan Zublin has been added into the mix. The two-generation company now encompasses multiple designers, construction crews, project managers, draftsmen, and supervisors who are committed to production and helping the client. The dedicated team works one-on-one with clients to ensure structures are built within budget, on time, and to an impeccable standard.

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Old Town Barns’ meticulously crafted structures have gained fans, and an excellent reputation, throughout the New England equestrian community. The commitment team members make to clients goes beyond the building; crews form long-term relationships with customers. And the relationship is two-way. Some of the company’s employees have been with the firm for 25 years. Their attention to detail and craft translates into the beauty of the barn.

Every facility that Old Town Barns designs, oversees, and builds is different. The crew makes sure to construct whatever fits the client’s needs, and the end result is nothing short of spectacular. The company prides itself on a seven-step building process that encompasses consultation, conception, budgeting, site development, construction, final touches, and, finally and most importantly, maintaining a lasting relationship.

Throughout the multi-step process, the safety of horse and rider is always at the forefront of planning, so every detail is thought out meticulously before and during construction.

As Zublin says, “Your horses are more than just pets, they

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ON THE COVER

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[ABOVE] Those who choose to build with Old Town Barns can expect a lasting relationship, even after the project is completed.

[BELOW LEFT] The Old Town Barns crew can build anything from barns to indoor riding arenas. [BELOW RIGHT] Barn interiors can be both functional and fancy.

are a part of your family and a big part of your lives. We understand.” The entire Old Town Barns crew always has the client in mind, from the initial idea to the final showing.

The interiors of Old Town Barns buildings are just as meticulously designed as the exteriors. One particularly striking barn features vaulted pine ceilings, iron accents, and a simple chandelier. Custom decorative stall fronts, aisles with custom barrel vaulted ceilings, and generous grooming stalls are among the many crave-worthy options featured on the company’s website, full of inspirational images.

And it’s not just stables that get the Old Town Barns treatment. Gambrel-roofed storage barns, large garages complete with haylofts, barn siding, and beautifully designed saddle

racks round out the custom selections. The level of craftsmanship extends to accessory buildings, too (some of the garages are designed for a different kind of ride—the collectible car).

If you’re tempted by the allure of Old Town Barns, Zublin tells us, “We consult one-on-one with you to ensure your custom horse stable, riding arena, or accessory outbuilding is tailored to fit your lifestyle. Every project that we build incorporates safety, comfort, quality, functionality, and elegance.” If you dream it, they can build it.

For more information, or to see their portfolio of alreadybuilt barns, visit OldTownBarns.com or call the friendly customer service line at 845-855-1450. Perhaps your barn will be featured next.

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Charities,, Inc. announced that it will build a new equestrian center for a local charity group that provides equestrian programs and activities for veterans, their families, and local first responders. As part of its annual Operation Opening Doors effort, contractors will donate their time, expertise, and money to create a new facility for Horses 4 Heroes in Las Vegas, NV. The new facility will have an area for farm animals, a riding arena and Mare Motel, as well as new fencing. In addition, the team will renovate one of the Ranch’s old cottages into a residence for the horse caretaker.

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Not Horsing Around

MEDIA REVIEW

In February, 14 Hands Vineyards opened a dedicated winery and tasting room in Prosser, WA. Designed to highlight the unique history of Washington wines, the facility features indoor and outdoor seating areas, a tasting bar, and a unique working barrel room.

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Equi-Yoga DVD Set WITH MARTY WHITTLE,

Top Cat Farms (TopCatFarms.net), 2012, $25.99.

This two-DVD set helps improve your riding skills by using standing and moving stretches to help identify and open tight, blocked areas in your body—helping to achieve a balanced seat and posture, while relaxing your body and steadying your mind with breathing exercises.

BOTTOM LINE: Do you struggle with tight shoulders, sore back, or stiff arms? EquiYoga can help!

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Looking for something to do with your old model horses? Give them a new lease on life with a spray of chalkboard paint. Voila!

This is cute for kids, party favors, country-themed weddings…anything you can think of. (If DIY isn’t your thing, Breyer Animal Creations also sells a chalkboard model horse).

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No, no dogs allowed

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Singing the Blues

Horses consider certain floor colors more alarming than others, according to researchers in Nottingham, England. They documented the reactions of 16 horses to various colored mats laid as flooring across an aisle. Each horse confronted a colored floor mat while he was allowed to walk freely along the aisle. Half the colored mats elicited apprehension and hesitation from them.

The horses showed the most unease with yellow, white, black, or blue mats laid across their path. They took longer to walk across these colors than they did with green, red, brown, or gray mats.

By the Letter

The Intercollegiate g Horse Show Association (IHSA), in partnership with the United States Hunter Jumper Association (USHJA), is proudly offering the USHJA/IHSA College Equestrian Lettering Program (CELP) to all full-time undergraduate students attending a two- or four-year college or university.

For more about CELP, visit the College Equestrian page of USHJA.org or contact Rion J. Day at 859-225-6703.

WITH A GRAIN OF SALT REGARDLESS OF THE WEATHER, HORSES REQUIRE A DAILY SUPPLY OF SALT. In cold seasons, salt helps promote enough water consumption to prevent dehydration. In warm seasons, it replaces what is lost from perspiration.

A full-sized horse requires at least one ounce of salt each day for maintenance, providing 12 grams of sodium. Heat, humidity, and exercise increase the horse’s need.

Calculate the amount of sodium your horse is getting from any commercial feeds or supplements and add the mineral accordingly, as well as providing free choice salt blocks.

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The two foundation sires of the breed are reportedly known as The Old Coal Horse and Sonny Mays’ Horse.

1850 Around 1850, the Romany of Great Britain began to use a distinct type of horse to pull the vardoes, living wagons, in which they lived and traveled. The Romany refined the distinct color and look of the modern breed following World War II.

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A relatively new breed, the Gypsy horse had no studbook or breed registry as recently as 1996.

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bits & pieces 10 THINGS 10 fun facts about the Rocky Mountain Horse

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The Rocky Mountain Horse in Kentucky. Despite its nam nated in the Appalachian Mo not in the Rocky Mountains.

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“Feeding Fibre Beet is one of

the best ways to supplement your horse’s forage intake when he is not on pasture. Served wet, the alfalfa combined with beet pulp helps replace both the high fiber and water content of grass. It’s a super source of protein and fiber for top performance horses.

Feeding Fibre Beet is one way for me to keep an integral part of my horses’ diets consistent on both the European and American continents.” ~ Catherine Haddad, USDF Gold Medalist

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Fly Masks Kensington Fly Mask with Fleece Trim and Ears

The Kensington Fly Mask is tough on bugs but comfortable for your horse, with a fleece trim and mesh ears—not to mention, it comes in a pretty plaid pattern with eye-catching colors. Our tester appreciated the coverage and fit of the mask, and, of course, the durability of the Textilene material, which kept both bugs and UV rays out (without impeding vision). Her favorite part: The Original Double Locking System closure, preventing her very own Houdini in horse form from removing the mask.

BUY IT: KensingtonProducts.com, $35.99.

Shoo, fly! Don’t bother me!

Professional’s Choice Fly Mask

This durable mask, with its rip-stop technology, was strong enough to endure everything that our tester’s playful pony was able to throw at it. With the added benefit of breathable mesh around the poll, sweating (and hence, the itching) was kept to a minimum. The mesh mask had great visibility and strategic darts that protected the horse’s eyes.

As an added bonus, it offered UV protection, great for those horses with big white faces that are prone to burning.

BUY IT: ProfChoice. com, $18.95.

This month we gave bugs the brush off and brushed up on fly masks.

Farnam SuperMask II

The Farnam SuperMask II has everything you (and your horse) need to battle the season’s peskiest pests. Durable mesh is tough enough for pasture play and the super lush fleece lines the nose and crown so even the most sensitive horses will like the fit. Best of all, this model has double-locking Velcro at the throatlatch, which should help stop spirited ponies from playing who-can-rip-the-fly-mask-off-the-fastest.

BUY IT: farnamhorse.com, $19.99.

Durvet DuraMask Fly Mask with Ears

KT’s Fly Mask with Ears

Available in 22 mesh colors and a plethora of fleece trim choices, these fly masks are completely customizable at a very reasonable price point. The heavy-duty mesh held up to whatever our tester’s feisty four-year-old could throw at it, which is no easy task. Unlike some of the other models that we tested, this fly mask does not have elastic trim, so make sure that it fits well to ensure that it stays put (with eight different sizes available, you should be able to find one that fits your needs). Also, five of the sizes offer Velcro across the poll to adjust to the perfect fit.

BUY IT: KTSFlyMasks.com, $16.95.

This tester wasn’t expecting to like the DuraMask Equine Fly Mask over her usual brand, but ended up being impressed. The three-year warranty is a great start, but other standout features included the write-on name tag under the throatlatch and the double-locking fastener, that kept even the most mischievous pasture mate from removing it. The tester also liked that the fleece lining was soft, but had a short nap, which prevented dirt build-up. The sizing in the ears ran a bit big, but the horse didn’t mind the extra room, even if she did look a bit like a bunny. The material was some of the most durable this tester had seen in a fly mask; this, combined with an economically friendly price, made a great product.

BUY IT: Durvet.com, $14.95.

This month’s products for review will be donated to Refuge Ranch.

Our testers: This month, our Prepurchase Exam was conducted by: Kelly Ballou, Managing Editor; Kathryn Selinga, News Editor; Jennifer Roberts, Social Editor; and Jane Carlton, Editorial Intern.

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Dressagee Pointers With Lainey Johnson

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My horse and I are quite confident with our trot/canter transitions. Recently, we started to school walk/canter transitions, and basically, they are a disaster.

My horse hollows out, becomes nervous, and rushes into the canter.

Could you give me some tips?

It is important for a rider to maintain a balanced, vertical position through transitions.

The walk to canter and canter to walk transitions are a pivotal point of the horse’s training, so be sure to remain calm, patient, and committed. The rider needs a balanced, vertical position that can be well maintained through the transitions. These are two exercises that really help.

The first exercise requires that the horse knows the turn on the forehand or better yet, the turn on the haunches. At the walk, ride a square [20 meters is good], asking for the turn at each corner (that would make each turn about 1/4 of a very small circle). This gets the horse into a more uphill balance, making him supple and stepping under with his hind legs.

After the horse learns about the turns, ask for the trot out of a corner, trotting a few corners and returning to the walk, then turning at the walk, and back to the trot. Repeat this until the horse understands the thrust up to the trot. Then, ask for the canter from the turn. Reward the horse with a circle or two at the canter and repeat the transition. This exercise also helps the rider to understand the mechanics of using both legs to maintain the hind leg balance as well as propulsion.

The second exercise is a favorite of both Conrad Schumacher and myself. This requires a wall or fence. Walk or trot the long side, and at some point, turn into an eight or 10-meter circle where you will walk. As you approach the wall, ask for the canter…be sure to maintain the circle line.

The wall will “back the horse off” of rushing into the canter and helps to balance him as he canters away. You can use this exercise going from canter to walk as well.

As always, be patient and committed to your aids, keeping them consistent. You can do these exercises a bit every day as the horse begins to understand the request.

LAINEY JOHNSON has had a “few” decades of multi-disciplined experience and has most recently trained horses and riders through Prix St. Georges and Advanced eventing. She has her USDF Bronze and Silver medals. She teaches and trains throughout New England from her home base at Highland Hill Farm in Berlin, MA. She applies timeless principles of training to achieve harmony between the horse and rider every day. She is an “L” Graduate with Distinction for dressage judging.

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Hunter/Jumperr Pointers With Amanda Flint

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My horse tends to rush through bending lines.

Can you give me some pointers for slowing down and smoothing them out?

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After obtaining her master’s degree in mathematics from the University of Illinois, AMANDA FLINT worked and rode for equestrian luminaries Katie Monahan Prudent, Laura Kraut, Todd Minikus, and Nelson Pessoa.

In 2000, Amanda spent the year in Europe preparing horses with Nelson Pessoa and maintaining the Saudi Arabian team horses at the Sydney Olympic Games. Amanda is equally expert in preparing horses and riders for the hunter and equitation arenas. Her students have competed successfully from short stirrup to grand prix.

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Just like jumping single fences and rollbacks, bending lines are a learned skill that are easy to understand, but can be difficult to truly master. Obviously, practice makes perfect, but sometimes if we over practice a skill with our horses, they begin to anticipate the next move.

Once horses have figured out bending lines, they often rush through them with some clever footwork. It is important to help the horse realize that bending lines are not a big deal and he can relax through them.

Changing up the bending line is one great way to do this and to keep him guessing. Most horses like to be challenged, and in fact like to have to be told what to do and where to go. All too often they scare themselves when they take over and rush to the next jump.

My number one exercise that I like to do to practice bending lines is to set up a jump on a straight line, then two jumps on a diagonal at least 72' from the single—one to the left and one to the right. First, jump the straight jump, land as if you’re going to jump the one to the right, but make a circle before the next jump, and then jump out. Repeat the exercise going to the left and then back to the right until your horse is waiting for you to tell him which direction you are going next.

You can also change which direction you make your circle. Alternate left and right, as well as change jumping in the diagonal jumps and circling before the straight jump. When making your circles, be sure to keep looking and riding to the next jump.

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A Large Problem Equine Metabolic Syndrome Explained

What is equine metabolic syndrome and what is the best way to manage it?

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Equine metabolic syndrome (EMS) has recently been used to describe mostly young horses and ponies that are characterized by obesity, which can be generalized or regional, insulin resistance, high insulin levels, high triglyceride levels, and current or previous episodes of laminitis. EMS has been described in multiple breeds, but the most common include Morgans, Gypsy horses, Paso Finos, pony breeds, and Norwegian Fjords. It has been demonstrated that insulin sensitivity is much lower in ponies compared to other breeds, which could explain a higher susceptibility of pony breeds in developing laminitis compared to horses.

Obese horses are those that are described as having an increase in body weight due to excessive fat accumulation, which will affect their body condition score (BCS). The body condition score system assigns a number that ranges from one (very thin and poor condition) to nine (extremely fat); the average horse, depending on their use, should have a BCS of five. Fat deposits on overweight horses can be commonly seen in the neck area, tail head, sheath,

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health hints INSULIN: A peptide hormone that is key in regulating carbohydrate and fat metabolism. Insulin makes cells in the liver, skeletal muscles, and fat tissue to absorb glucose from the blood.

GLUCOSE: A simple form of sugar that is absorbed into the bloodstream during digestion; cells use it as a form of energy.

LEPTIN: A protein hormone that regulates energy intake and expenditure, including appetite and metabolism.

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and other subcutaneous tissues. Most of the times these horses are known as “easy keepers” since they appear to maintain or gain more weight on the same diet as other horses.

It is important to know the definition of insulin resistance and its relationship with horses that are diagnosed with metabolic syndrome.

Insulin resistance is typically defined as a decreased sensitivity or responsiveness to insulin-mediated glucose use or inhibition of glucose production by the liver. Insulin is important in maintaining whole body glucose balance and stimulating adequate glucose use. Insulin is also very important in multiple processes within the body that include cell growth If your horse or pony is diagnosed with equine metabolic synand survival, reguladrome, preventative measures will need to be taken to hinder tion of multiple body further complications, such as laminitis or founder. functions, and also anti-inflammatory effects. priate measures to prevent episodes of laminitis. Most of these measures The diagnosis of equine metabolic syndrome or insulin resistance can be will include nutritional managemade by evaluating levels of insulin, ment by decreasing caloric intake, glucose, and leptin in the blood. Once decreasing the amount of non-structural this information is obtained it will be carbohydrates, restricting access to necessary to establish an adequate diet pasture—especially in the springtime, and exercise regime for the horse to increasing physical activity, and in some prevent further complications such as a cases, medications may be required. laminitic or foundering episode.

It is a good idea to keep track of your horse’s body weight by using either a It is important to realize that if you have a horse that is an “easy keeper” he large animal scale or with a weight tape, will need to be tested to determine if he so that the diet and exercise routines is insulin resistant and take the approcan be adjusted as needed.

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Before you ever ste it is important to re about what you are students will feel th needs are fulfilled b a local therapeutic r while others are loo being a member of team. Horse loving students may be interested in pursuing course work in the field of equine science as a major, a minor, or as electives, or may simply be looking to keep their horse pursuits recreational while studying in other fields. Clearly, having a good sense of what level of involvement you are looking for is going to be critical in ensuring that you ask the right questions.

“The student should really identify what they are looking for in a school and then prioritize their visit,” says Chelsea Warner, senior assistant director of admissions for the University of New Hampshire in Durham, NH. “Academics tend to be a focus area for visiting families. Campus tours are geared to give you a general outlook of the campus and often the tour guide is speaking from their experience in one academic major.”

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Students who wish to take course work in the equine field should investigate what specifically a prospective school offers; options can include everything from equine specific degrees to concentrations within animal science, zoology, or pre-vet programs, to minors in subjects as diverse as business to coaching to therapeutic riding. Having a sense of what that school offers, and what your own interests are, will allow you to determine if the school can fill your needs.

“I ask what they want to study,” says Nancy Kohler, equestrian program director and head hunt seat coach at Alfred University in Alfred, NY. “We do not offer a four-year equine program, only [minors] in equestrian studies and equine business, so most prospective students are looking at the [other] academic programs we offer.” Kohler adds that for many of these students, the equestrian program is a major attraction and figuring out how they can participate is important to them.

“Sometimes students think they know what they want, and they pick a school based on its IHSA or NCEA equestrian teams,” says Jerry Schurink, director of riding at

Bridgewater College, whose equestrian facility is located in Weyers Cave, VA. “But they need to also think about their academics.”

Warner says that often colleges and universities have several academic majors revolving around a particular area of interest, and some schools will offer a specific day for prospective students in those programs to come visit. “Look into university admissions websites to see if there are any programs specific to your major of interest and plan your visit around that event,” says Warner.

Students who are interested in participating on a collegiate team will experience a different search than those who only want to take equine science courses. “There are about 425 colleges in the United States who have either IHSA or NCEA teams,” says Jim Arrigon, founder and director of the Equestrian Talent Search clinic series, which assists high school riders who want to ride in college. Some of these schools also offer equine related degree programs, and they run the gamut when it comes to student population, geographical location, and so on.

Selection for certain teams is incredibly competitive, and knowing this

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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS CHELSEA WARNER, SENIOR ASSISTANT director of admissions at the University of New Hampshire and Sloane Milstein, author of Collegiate Riding 101, offer some frequently asked questions that might help you during your campus visit. It is totally appropriate to bring a notebook and record responses as well as contribute your own!

ACADEMIC » What percent of professors teach the lectures?

How available are the professors to the students? » Are there academic advising and counseling services available to students? » Is there a career services center that can offer help to graduates seeking job opportunities? » What is the average class size? » How are classes scheduled? » Do you have to have a personal computer on campus? Are there computer clusters available on campus? » Is it difficult to switch colleges and majors? » What is this school’s most popular major? » What are this school’s strengths?

Weaknesses? » Do you accept credits for college courses taken while in high school? » Do you have merit or participation scholarships?

If so, what is the average given out and what is the minimum GPA needed?

DEMOGRAPHICS » How diverse is the campus? » Where do your students come from?

How would you describe the student body? » What is the male-to-female ratio on campus? » What is the retention rate for first-year students? » What is the student-to-faculty ratio on campus? » What is the student population? » What is the acceptance rate for applicants?

SCHOOL LIFE » Are there curfews in the dorms? » How is transportation and parking on campus? Can freshman have cars on campus? » How popular is Greek life on campus? » Is campus housing guaranteed all four years?

What is the typical living situation in a residence hall? (Are most rooms doubles?) Is there off campus housing available? » How is the food in the dining hall? What are the meal plan options on campus? » Is it easy to get involved on campus? » Are there places of worship on/near campus? » Is there a lot to do in the surrounding area? » How safe is campus? » What are weekends like on campus? » What is the alcohol policy on campus?

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before you visit will be important.

“Students need to have an honest self-assessment about what has prepared them for equestrian sports in college,” says Schurink.

“Smaller schools may be a better option for riders with less experience. For these riders, picking a lesser known college versus one that competes at nationals every year may be a good way to increase their chances for riding and competition time.”

Warner says that although there is no “right time” in a student’s high school career to tour campuses, visits during the spring of the junior year or fall of the senior year of high school fit well into the overall timing of the college search process. Ideally, students should be prepared to visit a campus multiple times if they are highly interested in a particular school, with at least one of those visits happening as an admitted student. Students will use a different lens to review the school on each successive visit.

“For instance, during your first visit, do an information session and guided tour,” says Warner.

“For the second visit, meet with faculty and explore your academic interest. [For a] third visit, see multiple residential halls, eat in the dining hall, talk candidly with students on campus. This will help the student decipher whether or not the school is a good fit.”

For riders who are hoping to be recruited onto a team, timing the visit does matter. “Most coaches want you to be pretty interested in their school before you visit, and they won’t pay much attention to you prior to your junior year,” says Arrigon. “They really start recruiting when you are a senior.”

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College Riding 101, says that the best times to visit campuses are in fall, winter, early spring or late summer, when classes are in session and students are on campus. Some high schools take holidays that colleges do not, and these dates can be good for visiting as well. Less helpful times to visit a college campus include weekends, when admissions offices are closed and faculty are unavailable for appointments; final exam weeks, when students are too busy or stressed to talk; or any time when school is not in session, when campuses tend to feel deserted.

Students who are interested in meeting with faculty or coaches must plan to do so before their visit. Some schools schedule all appointments through their admissions department, while at others, the faculty and staff arrange student visits directly. Warner recommends reaching out to the school’s admissions office with the request at least two weeks ahead of the visit; even if they don’t set the appointment themselves, the admissions office can help by providing contact information for the right person. One of the biggest mistakes a student can make is to drop in on faculty and coaches unexpectedly.

“Don’t just show up and expect to have time with the coach,” says Schurink. “They are busy and may not be able to meet with you.

Equestrian coaches who also teach academic courses and/or manage the facility are even more scheduled.”

Arrigon agrees and says that the quality of your visit will improve if it is scheduled in advance. “Sometimes [coaches] get the feeling that someone is just browsing, and they want you to be seriously shopping,” says Arrigon. “If they know you’re coming, they will have a program for you—someone to show you around and talk about the team, watch a team practice, coordinate a campus tour, etc.”

Schurink says that when contacting a coach or faculty member for an appointment, students should be mindful of their language and tone in their commu-

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Bridgewater College coach Jerry Schurink, shown here with the college’s IHSA riders, coach, and assistant, advises that prospective students need to think beyond the IHSA or NCEA team, and also take a good look at the school’s academics.

NCAA/NCEA AND RECRUITMENT

» At some colleges, the equestrian team falls under National Collegiate Athletic

Association (NCAA) rules and restrictions for recruitment of athletes. These rules are quite specific and regulate quite closely the type, amount, and format of contact between coaches and prospective student athletes. Serious riders who are interested in being recruited or joining an NCAA/NCEA equestrian team should visit the program’s website at varsityequestrian.com prior to becoming heavily invested in the college search process.

“Students who have scheduled a meeting with admissions or any department on campus should do their homework,” says Warner. “Do research online as far as what the program entails and be prepared with questions to ask the department about your specific interests.”

Coaches in particular will be positively impressed if you already know a little something about their team, like their recent competition record or who their biggest rival is.

“I hope that a prospective student knows a bit about the school and its history and the region we compete in before they meet with me,” says Schurink.

When it comes to frequently asked questions, the concerns of parents and those of their students tend to differ.

“Social and weekend life, academics, student organizations, campus atmosphere, residential life questions and concerns often come from the students,” says Warner. “Financial aid, class structure/size, job placement, admissibility of the student, and safety

come more from the parents.”

In addition to the “usual suspects” (see sidebar), students with an equestrian interest should be prepared with additional questions.

Again, use your research as a springboard and seek to clarify answers that will allow you to get a better feel for the culture, atmosphere, and experience at a particular school.

Students interested in taking equine related courses should ask about the availability of the classes (some may be restricted to students who are majoring or minoring in the field, while others are open to everyone), what kinds of internships or other work related opportunities are available, and what types of jobs recent graduates have been able to get. Students with an interest in veterinary school should be sure that the required prerequisite course work is offered.

Those who are interested in participating on a collegiate riding team should inquire about the cost of team membership as well as the time

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nications. “Starting your email with ‘hey coach’ or sending a text is not going to put you in a very good light,” says Schurink. “I expect respect and formality in the contact and content of how the student approaches me.”

Students should be sure to ask whether they will be expected to ride for the coach during their visit, or whether any additional materials, such as videos or resumes, are required. Arrigon strongly recommends watching the team coach give a lesson if it is possible. “Some of the best coaches are intense,” says Arrigon. “You need to know you’ll be happy to spend the next four years working with this trainer, and that’s something you’ll want to know ahead of time. You also want to see that the coach is at least as good as your trainer at home. You don’t want to go backwards in your riding.”

Kohler says that her admissions department coordinates their student visits, but she appreciates it when students who are interested in the equestrian program email her in advance. “I hear from the student firsthand what they are interested in,” says Kohler.

When planning your visit, it is also important to know where the equine facilities are located. For many programs and teams, facilities may be a shuttle or car ride away. Even if faculty isn’t available to speak with you, many facilities are open for tours or visits. Obtain accurate directions and be sure to leave yourself enough time to get to any appointments early.

“Be organized and be realistic about your time,” says Schurink.

“Know how long your campus tour is, where lunch facilities are, and how far away the barns are. We spend about an hour with every student, and give them one-on-one time during their visit. It can be hard if we are kept waiting because someone didn’t leave enough time.”

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commitment involved. “We are honest and upfront about the costs,” says Schurink. “This is an expensive sport, and sometimes parents are taken aback. Consider how the costs of being on the team will balance with the college’s compensation package.”

Most students have questions related to team tryouts such as the procedure involved, how many students try out, and the total number of students accepted to the team each year. Equally important is to know how many riders actually get to go to horse shows. Some teams are casual while others require rigorous practice both on and off of the horse.

The campus visit can be a good opportunity to get a clear picture of how serious of a time commitment team membership is.

Arrigon says that one of the biggest complaints he hears from collegiate students is that they don’t feel like they get to ride enough. He encourages prospective students to ask how many lessons they can take per week, how many riders are in one lesson, the availability of free

riding opportunities, the number of horses available for practice, and whether there is access to an indoor—this last one is extremely important in difficult climates!

Proximity of the barn to campus is also an important consideration— students need to factor in “commute” time to their class schedule, which can end up limiting their access to riding opportunities in some cases.

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even go into the student’s file and will help to separate an applicant from other candidates.

The personal communication that prospective students have with faculty and staff can really help. “I would recommend that they stay in touch with either the program director or the coach as to the status of their application—accepted, deposited, etc,” says Kohler. “If I know in advance who might be accepted, I can always put in a good word for them to our admissions department and keep them in mind for work study positions at the equestrian center if that interests them.”

CONCLUSION To get the maximum benefit from your campus visit, be sure to do your research and come prepared. Starting with a campus tour can help to give students a general impression, while follow up appointments with key faculty or coaches will provide an opportunity to get answers to more specific questions as well as make personal connections.

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SURVIVING OUTDOO While most people equate summer with flip flops, cookouts, and lazy days on the beach, horse people ex xperience it as a revolving do oor of bugs and pests wh hose mission in life is to torm ment us and our horses.

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irst out of the gate each spring is the Simliidae, also known as black fly, midge, or no-seeum.

Famous for their ability to fly up your nose and into your eyes with occasional side trips into an open mouth, they are an almost invisible element of torture.

No sooner do the black flies disappear, then the mosquitoes arrive to rule the night sky until the first hard frost of autumn. From the tenacious greenheads (Tabanus nigrovittatus) and deerflies (Chrysops) to science fiction-size horseflies big enough to have nicknames like 747 or B52 (Tabanidae), our equines are tormented by a succession of nasty biting pests throughout the months of summer and early fall.

Anyone who has ever witnessed the complete hysteria of the equine “it’s on me!” dance knows how much power a B52 possesses to bring a thousand pound horse to his knees.

Throw in ticks, bees, biting houseflies, and the occasional angry dog on the trail, and it’s a wonder we ever leave the barn.

While biting flies can be a nuisance, other pests such as ticks and mosquitoes can be vectors for disease. Forty to 60 percent of deer tick populations can transmit the bacteria that causes Lyme disease to horses and humans. The Massachusetts Department of Public Health reports that there are close to 14,000 lab reports of Lyme disease in humans every year. Even after treatment, reinfection is possible; so many horses live with the constant threat of reinfection in areas where tick populations are high. Meanwhile, some mosquitoes are vectors for Eastern Equine Encephalitis (EEE), which can be fatal to horses and humans.

While inoculating your horse against EEE is the best way to protect him against this disease, there are many ways to decrease the exposure.

John Coulon, RS, Health Agent in the town of Topsfield, MA, conducts public seminars each year on minimizing exposure to tick-borne illness.

He offers helpful advice about being proactive with tick protection, especially when walking and riding in the woods. “People need to minimize a tick’s access to bare skin by wearing pants tucked into high, thick socks

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and a long-sleeve shirt and a hat. This does not preclude the necessity of conducting a tick-check periodically and at the end of the day. There are also permethrin-impregnated clothing choices to consider. There are various types and effectiveness. The packaging must be read and understood before using. ‘More is not better.’ The application must be appropriate for the individual, the environment, the weather, and other circumstances.”

Coulon’s office offers a website, topsfield-ma.gov/health, filled with information on tips to reduce exposure.

There are many effective products on the market, but research has proven that those containing

thrives. The mice will carry pieces of the cotton back to their nests, killing the ticks before they grow to the stage where they feed on larger animals. Tick Tubes should be placed outside paddocks and pastures and away from areas where horses, dogs, or children might come in direct contact with them.

FOWL Their screeches can be ear splitting, but Guinea Fowl are known for feasting on ticks. Although there is disagreement about how effective they are on a large scale, they are a natural preventative measure to control ticks around the barnyard.

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People need to minimize a tick’s access to bare skin by wearing pants tucked into high, thick socks and a long-sleeve shirt and a hat. This does not preclude the necessity of conducting a tick-check periodically and at the end of the day.”

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permethrin or DEET are the most effective agents in repelling ticks, mosquitoes, and biting flies. When using these products, it is imperative to read and follow all label directions, and permethrin should not be applied directly to skin. When checking your horse, be aware that the deer tick is the size of a period, so they are almost impossible to spot.

The horse’s muzzle, tail, and legs are prime areas for the ticks to latch on, so careful inspections of these areas for localized swelling or roundish areas of hair loss is important. Here are some other creative ideas to combat summer bugs:

TICK TUBES Tick tubes are easily made using the cardboard tubes left from empty toilet paper or paper towel rolls.

Fill the tubes with cotton soaked in permethrin and place them on the ground along the forest fringe, where the white-footed mouse

GROOMING PRODUCTS Ticks await a host in questing position, standing on back legs while reaching out for a passing host with front, pincer like legs. Pincers can’t stick to a slippery surface, so using grooming products that promote shine and gloss on the horse’s legs, tail, mane, and under the chin can help keep ticks at bay. These products should not be used in the girth or saddle area because it could cause them to slide.

DOUBLE-SIDED TAPE TO CATCH DEER FLIES Deer flies are the blight of the woods in August. They swarm horses and riders around the head and have a nasty, stinging bite. Loggers in the Maine woods discovered that a thick line of double stick tape on the top of their helmets could trap deer flies before they could bite, and riders have found this to be an effective solution on top of a riding helmet.

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[FROM TOP] Being prepared for pests before you head out on the trail makes for a more pleasant and carefree ride; Ear nets are great for keeping both biting insects and head shaking at bay; Fly sprays and repellents remain one of the best ways to fend off ticks, mosquitoes, and biting flies while out on the trail. »

DRYER SHEETS Tuck a dryer sheet in your pocket or under the crownpiece of your bridle.

The University of Illinois and Kansas State University conducted research on the effectiveness of dryer sheets that release a vapor from a chemical called Linalool that repels some insects.

While the 2007 EPA Linalool Docket Summary does not indicate whether dryer sheets really work as fly repellent, it does indicate that Linalool registered products such as outdoor fragrance generators and candles are used to repel biting insects.

GARLIC Although some people swear by the effectiveness of feeding garlic to horses as an insect repellent, this tuber is part of the Allium family, which is listed in the Cornell University Department of Animal Science Poisonous Plants. The toxic chemical in this family of plants, N-propyl disulfide, can alter an enzyme in red blood cells, damaging them and therefore causing anemia.

There have been no specific studies on the benefits or risks of garlic use, so horse owners should use caution.

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There will always be that crazed dog bursting from the bushes, the mountain biker vying for trail superiority, or the kid sneaking down a country road on an ATV. While that kind of trail challenge usually comes as a surprise, a little extra effort and ingenuity can help prepare for summer’s onslaught of biting insects.

An ounce of prevention is definitely worth a pound of cure. So plan ahead, gather up your bug supplies, and get ready for a summer of outdoor fun with your horse.

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While items like fly masks, fly wisps, and ear nets won’t deter insects, they are the perfect way to keep them from biting and getting into eyes and ears.

Many trail riders won’t leave home without one or all of these items.

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to make your life just a little easier. These hacks are for your barn life. We’ve compiled 20 simple ways to save money, time, and/or effort, so you can spend more time in the tack and less time on everything else.

SAVE HAY WITH A DIY SLOW FEEDER

Keep hay dry and horses fed with a barrel slow feeder.

Remove the inner ring at the base and insert six to eight bolt nuts and washers about 10 inches from the bottom to hang the netting. Attach the barrel to a fence post. Then simply remove the lid and insert hay! One barrel holds a bale (Design by Misty Stebbing of Mistony Horse & Pet Care Services, of Queanbeyan, New South Wales).

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USE A BUNGEE CORD TO CREATE A HANGING RACK FOR SPRAY BOTTLES

Hook a bungee cord endto-end under an existing shelf, or between two eyebolts, to create an instant hanging rack for bulky spray bottles.

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KEEP HOOF OIL CANS CLEAN WITH A RUBBER BAND

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Place a rubber band around the open can of hoof oil or paint to make a disposable wiping edge for the brush.

The oil (or paint) will stay in the can and off the sides of the container.

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RUB A WALNUT ON DAMAGED WOODEN TACK BOXES TO COVER UP DINGS

Make short work of scratches and dings with raw walnut.

Rub the nut in a circular motion over the nick, then wait for a few minutes. The natural oils will seep into the wood and help heal the wound. Polish with a soft cloth to complete the repair.

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REDUCE DRYING TIME WITH A DRY TOWEL

Thick saddle pads and wet towels are slow to dry in a dryer. Speed up the process by adding a clean dry towel in with the wet load. The dry towel will absorb the excess moisture and reduce both drying time and utility bills.

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SOAK STUDS IN VINEGAR TO ELIMINATE RUST

Easily remove rust from studs, tools, and other metals with white vinegar. Thoroughly remove any grease and oil first, then soak the object in vinegar for 24 hours. The rusty residue will wipe off in a pinch with a clean towel.

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POOL NOODLES MAKE CHEAP BOOT TREES

Get boot trees for less than the cost of a cup of coffee. Simply cut a pool noodle to height and insert into your boot.

Cardboard flats rolled and duct taped work well too!

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Stripped screws can be frustrating to remove. Place a rubber band over the screw hole before inserting the screw for an instant fix.

ELIMINATE WRINKLES WITH A DAMP TOWEL

No time to iron your wrinkled show shirt? Throw it in the dryer with a damp towel for an easy “steam and fluff.”

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RE-USE SILICA PACKS IN YOUR TACK STORAGE BINS TO PREVENT MOLDING

Stored leather is a magnet for mold. Keep the growth at bay by dropping a few silica gel packets commonly found in food products, shoe boxes, and more in with your leather tack. Silica gel is a desiccant—it can absorb and hold approximately 40 percent of its weight in moisture.

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PIN PLASTIC FILE FOLDERS IN YOUR TACK TRUNK TO KEEP TRACK OF IMPORTANT DOCUMENTS

Never scramble for your show number or passport again. Pin a plastic file folder (readily available at dollar stores) onto the lid or inside wall of your tack trunk for easy organization of important show documents.

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MIX BUTE WITH MOLASSES AND MAKE PAIN RELIEF A TREAT

Mix Butazone (and other oral anti-inflammatory drugs) with molasses instead of water. The Bute will dissolve easily and the molasses will mask the bitter taste.

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BUY IT ON EBAY

Find designer brands at discount prices on classified sites like eBay, Craigslist, and Kijiji.

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USE MANE ELASTICS TO KEEP BUTTONS FROM POPPING OPEN

Wrap a mane elastic around the shaft of buttons that tend to come undone to make a self-locking closure. Push the buttonhole behind the elastic for a more secure fit.

Clay poultice is messy and tedious to apply. Use premade poultice wraps like Stayons to save time, surgical gloves, and lengthy clean ups.

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Add a “grip strip” inside your riding pants’ waistband to help shirts stay tucked in.

Waist gripper patches are available online and cost less than 50 cents each—a small price to pay to keep your shirt tucked in!

Alternatively, tuck your shirt into your underwear.

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Finicky, it seems, runs the gamut of every breed, gender, and age group. If you have a picky eater in your barn, you know how frustrating it can be as he pushes his grain around and around with his nose, leaving behind supplements meant to keep him healthy and sound. And, let’s face it, supplements are an expensive investment. Wasting them just isn’t an option.

But it might help you to know that your horse has good reasons to reject his supplements, and it’s not just because he enjoys being obstinate. In fact, horses are hard-wired to turn their noses up at suspicious foods or even water that smells or tastes funny. A combination of chemoreceptors and supporting cells on your horse’s soft palate, his epiglottis, and on the papillae of his tongue help him recognize potentially toxic plants or contaminated water before they make him sick. Turning his nose up at suspicious foods has ensured his survival throughout thousands of years.

Admittedly, that’s a characteristic that keeps him safe in the wild, but is not very helpful in domestic life.

The good news is that there are steps you can take to persuade your horse to eat his supplements. He might even start to gobble them down. Sometimes it’s just a matter of ruling out a physical problem, making a few management changes, or—as we did with our Thoroughbred mare, Belle—sweetening the pot. Here are a few tips to motivate your picky eater.

By dressing your horse’s grain and supplement with something more palatable, he’ll be more likely to eat.

First up— Rule Out Any Physical Problems “When dealing with finicky horses,” cautions Elizabeth Lordan, DVM, with the New England Equine Medical and Surgical Center, “we should first assess the horse and his environment. Are his teeth in good condition? Is he physically able to eat the food provided? Is there a reason the horse doesn’t want to approach his feed bucket, like another more dominant horse, buckets with sharp edges, or an electric fence line that runs too close to the feed or water trough?”

Metabolic issues, gastric ulcers, and kidney problems can also deter a horse from eating certain supplements. Perhaps not surprisingly, most of the aforementioned plague only the domestic horse.

If we try to keep him closer to a natural lifestyle, he might get by with fewer supplements. Consider this: wild horses spend 16-18 hours a day “patch

foraging,” alternating between different feed types and sources. This system serves them well, allowing them to fulfill their nutritional needs through a variety of forages.

“In studies done on calves,” says Lordan, “another foraging animal, it has been shown they meet their macronutrient requirements when they can choose feed from multiple sources rather than being fed a single nutritionally balanced diet. Similarly, stalled horses provided with multiple feed sources will alternate between preferred feeds and less desirable ones in an attempt to forage in a controlled environment.”

How do we accomplish this in a barn situation?

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MEDICATIONS AND THE FINICKY EATER IF YOU’VE EVER HAD TO CRUSH AN ASPIRIN AND SWALLOW IT, you know how bitter oral medication can taste. But, at least we understand there’s a method to the madness. We swallow it and we’ll feel better. Our horses, on the other hand, see no point in licking the bowl clean of powdered phenylbutazone. I know firsthand how tough it can be. My arthritic gelding requires a dose the night before he’s due for his barefoot trim. Without it, he has a tough time holding his leg up for trimming. The only way to get him to lick the bowl is to add a little mashed banana or applesauce. For now, that’s working for us.

“The risk with powdered substances is that they don’t stick to the grain and they often end up at the bottom of the feed bucket,” says Lordan. “Adding things like molasses can improve consumption, making the powders stick to the feed so the horse is forced to consume it in order to satiate his desire for bulk feed.”

And sweet flavors tend to mask bitter flavors, so although it isn’t good practice to feed our horses “junk” food, sometimes it’s a good idea to add something sweet to bitter tasting medications. Sweetened yogurt, real maple syrup, mashed bananas, or crushed after dinner mints are good choices in small doses.

For situations where meds need to be given daily or several times throughout the day, consider crushing them (always check with your veterinarian before doing so, as some can be fatal if crushed) with an old fashioned mortar and pestle and mixing them with applesauce or mashed bananas. Shoot for the consistency of mustard or paste. Too much liquid and it will just run out of his mouth. Too little water and it will be difficult to dispel from the syringe.

Load the mixture into a large syringe. Squirt the mixture directly into his mouth, much like you would if you were deworming him.

“Although we like to be quick to squirt the whole tube in at once, try just giving a little at a time,” advises Lordan, “Give him a chance to lick up the medication. Also, hold your horse’s head up until he licks and chews so he cannot just spit it out onto the ground.”

Ask your veterinarian if the medication comes in different flavors.

My arthritic gelding doesn’t care as much for peppermints as he does for maple flavoring, so our phenylbutazone is maple flavored.

As always, check with your veterinarian before adding flavoring in the form of herbs. Some can react badly with certain medications. Both chamomile and garlic, for instance, should never be mixed with NSAIDS as both of these herbs increase clotting time.

Nor should they be used with sedatives or narcotics. Always check with your veterinarian before mixing anything with equine medication.

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Try offering your picky eater multiple sources of forage within the confines of his stall, paddock, or pasture. “There are many excellent commercially available forages that can be hung in a bucket—in addition to the horse’s regular feed and hay ration,” says Lordan. Offering a variety of forages could help prevent things like gastric ulcers and even behaviors related to boredom like weaving.

Tweak Your Management Sometimes a few management changes will do the trick. If you normally feed the finicky eater first (thinking it’ll give him more time to finish) try feeding him last. Watching the other horses gobbling up their ration could stimulate his appetite. Also, give the finicky eater all the time he needs to finish his grain.

Don’t turn other horses out until he’s finished.

“You might also try giving the horse small, frequent, and palatable meals,“ suggests Jenifer Nadeau, equine extension specialist with the University of Connecticut.

“Try giving him a time limit—if he doesn’t clean it up, take it away. This prevents spoilage and might encourage your horse to clean up his feed.”

Sometimes just soaking the supplements in a little warm water can make them easier to digest, particularly if it’s a senior horse whose teeth might not be up to chewing pellets.

Sweeten the Pot While it doesn’t take a roomful of scientists to tell us horses have a sweet tooth, there have been some interesting studies recently on what tastes horses like best. “A recent study published by University Of Southampton determined the most popular flavors,” says Lordan. “They are from most favorite to least favorite: fenugreek, banana, cherry, rosemary, cumin, carrot, peppermint, and oregano.”

Garlic, another popular addition to equine diets was accepted by all the horses in this study, but the previous eight flavors mentioned were the most preferred. That’s good information to use when top dressing a little flavoring on your horse’s supplements or choosing flavored supplements. Of course, use caution when adding herbs or flavoring. Always check with your veterinarian to be sure they are safe.

“You want to make sure that what you are adding is not an antagonist to the supplement you’re feeding,” cautions Nadeau. Never feed fenugreek to pregnant mares or hormonal mares as it can cause a hormonal imbalance.

Peppermint oil is generally safe to feed for all horses. Try putting a few drops in a spray bottle and spritzing your horse’s supplemented meal.

If your horse still rejects his ration, consider switching supplements. “Don’t get too attached to a particular supplement,” says Lordan. “You might need to try different supplements before you find something your horse likes.”

As always, if you don’t need to, don’t add supplements at all. “Supplements are a great way to maximize a horse’s diet,” says Lordan, “but we also need to ensure that we are not causing more harm than good. Especially when we combine supplements. Consult your veterinarian or a nutritionist to ensure you aren’t giving too much of a good thing.

Some vitamins and minerals can actually cause harm when given in high doses.”

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A Rider’s Paradise

BY SUSAN WINSLOW

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LOCATED IN THE QUAINT TOWN of Raeford, NC, the Carolina Horse Park is a rider’s paradise in the heart of North Carolina’s horse country. The region is a favorite winter destination for equine snowbirds, but the Horse Park is busy year-round with community and horse activity.

The 250-acre horse park is a mix of open fields and pine forest. It was founded in 1998 as a 501(c)(3) charitable organization to encourage equestrian sports and give competitors

a first class venue for a wide variety of equine activities. It has become a huge draw for horse enthusiasts and spectators alike, hosting steeplechases, eventing and horse trials, hunter/jumper shows, driving events, dressage shows, clinics, rallies, and other community events. This was the first year for the Carolina International CIC*** and Horse Trials, a world-class event held in March featuring some of the top event horses and riders in the world.

The park is also home to the Southern

Pines Combined Driving Event and National Single Horse Championship.

Scheduled schooling days are held throughout the year as well as Open Trail Riding days, which are available to Friends of the Park.

The Carolina Horse Park welcomes volunteer support, with a generous incentive program for each day of volunteer help. Volunteers may earn “Park Bucks” for a full day of volunteering, which are redeemable for use at any event or schooling day. The Volunteer of the Year receives a Lifetime Friend of the Park Membership, which entitles that person to reduced rates for participating in events as well as discounts at local businesses.

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[ABOVE] The Walthour-Moss Foundation features 4,000 acres of trails.

[TOP RIGHT] The Cameo Art House Theater is a great place to watch independent and classic films. [BOTTOM RIGHT] The Visitor Center at the Cape Fear Botanical Gardens.

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WHAT TO DO WALTHOUR-MOSS FOUNDATION This 4,000-acre sanctuary is a natural wonder, dedicated to the preservation of open land, supporting wildlife habitats, and promoting equestrian activities. It offers a scenic, tranquil destination for leisurely trail riding or carriage driving. walthour-moss.org RAEFORD PARACHUTE CENTER SCHOOLL If schooling the cross-country fences at the Horse Park isn’t enough of a thrill, check out Raeford Parachute Center School, where $210 will buy you a tandem skydive with an instructor. jumpraeford.com AIRBORNE AND SPECIAL OPS MUSEUM This phenomenal aviation museum in Fayetteville is a must on the to do list. asomf.org CAPE FEAR BOTANICAL GARDENS Two miles outside Fayetteville, the 78-acre Cape Fear Botanical Garden is a tranquil

haven of specialty gardens and eclectic events such as the Camellia Show, theater productions, and Zumba. capefearbg.org CAMEO ART HOUSE THEATER R One of the area’s first motion picture theaters, it now screens an impressive number of art, independent, foreign, and classic films. cameoarthouse.com

WHERE TO STAY SPRINGHILL SUITES PINEHURST/ SOUTHERN PINES – MARRIOTT T This hotel offers spacious, comfortable suites close to all of the horse-related activity. marriott.com PINEHURST RESORT T The Pinehurst Golf Resort offers a choice of eight spectacular courses, four choices of accommodations, and southern hospitality at its best. The Carolina Hotel is the jewel in the Pinehurst Golf Resort crown. Known as the “Queen of the South,” this sprawling historic hotel offers the very best in genteel southern hospitality. pinehurst.com

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permanent stalls, two jumping rings, seven dressage rings, six championship level cross-country courses, driving obstacles, and a steeplechase track.

The park is laced with trails and open spaces for hacking and schooling, with ample parking and 65 hookup sites with electricity and water for campers and RVs. Executive Director of the Carolina Horse Park, Maureen Grippa, offers this advice to prospective visitors, “People should go to the website to see the different events we will be hosting. We are very excited about the Carolina International CIC, and the Stoneybrook Steeplechase is always a popular event.

We have something for riders in almost every discipline and we encourage anyone who is interested in advancing their riding to come to spend time at the horse park.”

Northwest of Raeford, the charming hamlets of Pinehurst and Southern Pines offer a step back in time as you explore this historic area. Pinehurst is known as the “cradle of golf,” and Southern Pines is a charming, equestrian town filled with boutiques, restaurants, and lodging.

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[ABOVE] Pierro’s provides historic charm and a great wine list.

[BELOW] Some of the fabulous sushi at Mikoto’s Japanese Steakhouse.

PINE NEEDLES LODGE & GOLF CLUB/MID PINES INN & GOLF CLUB Located just one mile from Southern Pines’ historic downtown, this resort offers two charming hotel accommodations: Pine Needles Lodge and Mid Pines Inn, both with full service formal and casual dining facilities. pineneedlesmidpines.com TANGLEWOOD FARM BED AND BREAKFAST T Nestled in the beautiful Sandhills Region, this bed and breakfast offers peaceful accommodations for guests and their horses. They are located directly across the street from the Moss Foundation, with over 4,000 acres of maintained trails. tanglewoodfarmbandb.com

WHERE TO EAT PIERRO’S ITALIAN BISTRO Set in downtown

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Fayetteville, this bistro offers one of the most extensive wine lists in the area. With wonderful Italian cuisine in a building with historic charm, it’s worth the trip. pierrositalianbistro.com ASHTEN’S Offering fine dining with locally sourced ingredients, this restaurant is a culinary delight. With a large banquet hall, they can also accommodate large parties. ashtens.com MIKOTO’S JAPANESE STEAKHOUSE E A wide variety of sakes and fabulous sushi complements this traditional Japanese Hibachi grill.

THE MILL AT PUPPY CREEK One of Raeford’s best-kept secrets, this completely renovated mill overlooks Puppy Creek. Stop in for one of their homemade hamburgers and gourmet pizzas. themill.mymobisite.us

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Fascinators to Fedoras

BY L.A. POMEROY

IN 1901, COLONEL M. LEWIS CLARK JR., THE “FOUNDING FATHER” OF THE Kentucky Derby, told the Louisville Courier-Journal he envisioned, “Grandstands filled with gaily dressed women and men. Green, pink, red, yellow, blue, all colors of the rainbow in one harmonious whole, as beautiful a sight as (Derby winner) His Eminence in the lead.”

Today’s styles again evoke the sculpted cloches and flapper chapeaus of Downton Abbey or The Great Gatsby, and bold colors find counterbalance in neutral charcoals and sands.

What will your “hat-titude” be this Triple Crown season?

[1] Maggie Mae Designs Derby Hat Collection, Sedona ($1,398) “Everybody knows the race plays second-fiddle to the hats,” says milliner Sally Steinmann, whose Hats Off to the Horses online Derby hat auction helps Old Friends racehorse retirement. maggiemae.com [2] Maggie Mae For the Men, Dylan fedora ($298) Maggie Mae Designs debuts silk Derby hats—in fedora, top hat, and western styles—for gentlemen (roses optional).

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Match trim color to your eyes and coordinate your lipstick, i.e., a pink hat needs rose/ pink shades, not orange. Pair a dress that has a busy print with a simple hat.

Equinista (fashionista + equestrienne) L.A. Pomeroy delivers award-winning coverage of equestrian art, life, and style. Learn more at lapomeroy.com and share your stylish suggestions by emailing PomeroyLA@aol.com.

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Fitness Revolution

CrossTraining for Riders

BY BRIDGET BRADEN

THE PAST FIVE YEARS HAVE BROUGHT a huge fitness revolution to the equestrian world. Horse trainers and instructors are now promoting cross-training to their clients. Increased body awareness is giving riders a better “feel” in the saddle.

More specifically (and scientifically), cross-training increases your proprioception and kinesthesia. This allows your body to better control joint motion and sensory feedback mechanisms of muscles, consequentially increasing your ability to contract and relax those muscles and stay oriented and balanced in the saddle. These are just some of the benefits of crosstraining, and let’s face it, trainers can see the difference! are they really working out the way they should? I am a huge stickler for equestrian athletes staying sound for their riding. One red flag I see happening with this revolution is athletes having a tendency to over-train. Early on in their workouts, the intensity is too high.

Though they are getting fit, they are completely burned out when it’s time to get on the horse. Not only does this leave riders prone to injury, but they are

subjecting their horses to subpar training and discipline.

Horseback riders are strong and tough.

With the wrong personal trainer, we can get seriously over-trained. Whether or not you realize it, as equestrians, we are endurance athletes on the horse.

The reason we work out in the gym is to condition our bodies for the sport of riding. The bottom line is, riding is our number one priority. We need to be aware of this because sometimes our priorities get mixed up, especially if training with someone who doesn’t understand what being an equestrian entails. Equestrian athletes are not and cannot be trained like the average person. It drives me nuts when I see personal trainers not acknowledging restrictions that can make or break a rider’s seat. The more information that you can give a personal trainer about how you want to be trained, the better.

Don’t feel bad about bringing things up, questioning them, or suggesting certain things pertaining to riding. I used to worry about offending them and looking like a know it all; however, it should truly be a collaborative effort if you want to get the best results.

It’s important that your trainer understands what you need as a rider and that you work together to avoid overtraining, which can have a negative impact on your riding.

In addition to over-training, lack of knowledge is a reason riders get injured while cross-training. When you are working out, you are sculpting your body for what you want it to do. For example, if you are a rider with poor posture, then you need to develop more muscle fibers in your back and core that can withstand stress better. Or, say you already feel strong and sturdy, then you may need to focus on joint mobility. Sometimes balance training is the highest priority in a horseback rider’s workouts. It is up to you to gain enough fitness knowledge so that you can protect your body. It is the biggest tool you have as a horseback rider!

For more training information, visit bioriderfitness.com.

BRIDGET BRADEN is the innovation behind the popular BioRider Fitness program, including a full line of video workouts. She is also a USDF Gold Medalist and the head trainer at BioRider Dressage at Sterling Farms in North San Diego County, CA.

It is up to you to gain enough fitness knowledge so that you can protect your body. It is the biggest tool you have as an equestrian.

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Bill Ricci On Gypsy Vanners Vanners, the Outdoors Outdoors, and Go Golf

Age: 66 Trainer/Farm Affiliation: Co-owner of WR Ranch with Wendy Ricci.

Background: I grew up in the city of Boston. The only horses I saw were the mounted police telling me to stop hanging out on the street corner. I worked in Aerospace manufacturing and Wendy had horses as a young girl.

I have had both hips replaced and never rode as a younger man, and although I will ride Esmeralda occasionally, I opt to drive rather than ride.

outdoors. A ride or drive through the woods can be exhilarating.

If I Knew Then What I Know Now: I was over 50 when we first got involved with horses. I would have started much earlier in my life.

Favorite Quote or Phrase: My The Trainer Who Influenced Me the Most: There were a number of people who influenced me. Wendy, Dan Dailey, Linda Pepple, Phil Rogers, Sue McClure, and Bob Giles all have had, and continue to have, an influence.

the wagon and ran over Wendy.

I quickly understood the expression “green on green equals black and blue.” I decided to purchase Esmeralda, an experienced horse.

father had a saying in Italian, “Piano, piano…” I do not remember all of the Italian words but the gist of the saying was slowly, slowly on a long journey arrive safely.

The Last Book I Read Was: A Brief Guilty Pleasure: I plead not guilty

History of Time by Stephen Hawking.

and take the Fifth Amendment.

Favorite Horse: Esmeralda, our first

If My Horse Were a Person: She

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When I’m Not Riding I Like To: Golf.

would be a ballroom dancer.

Best Piece of Riding Advice:

Why Gypsy Vanners? As a

Worst Fall: Driving Emmy Lou in

Beginners, take lessons and ride an experienced horse.

the mountains in an area, in retrospect, I should have avoided. I rolled

Why I Ride: I always loved the

newcomer to the horse world, the Gypsy Vanner’s disposition, intelligence, sturdiness, willingness, and beauty were all an attraction to me.

driving Gypsy Vanner, has taken good care of me. She taught me to drive and ride and protected me in the process.

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INDUSTRY WIDE AFFILIATES p. 99 | HUNTER/JUMPER p. 107 | EVENTING p. 113 | DRESSAGE p. 117 DRIVING p. 123 | WESTERN p. 127 | DISTANCE RIDING/TRAIL p. 133 | MORGAN p. 137 | ARABIAN p. 141 QUARTER HORSE p. 147 | BAROQUE p. 151 | BREED AFFILIATES p. 155

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A reception honoring PATH International was held in Wellington, FL.

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Equifit Deems D-Teq Fútbol Fiesta A Kicking Success A NUMBER OF WINTER CIRCUIT grooms gathered for the third annual D-Teq Fútbol Fiesta presented by EquiFit, Inc on March 10 in Wellington, FL. Eight teams took part in the singleelimination tournament, and after winning three straight games, the Blue

Team clinched the championship title by defeating the Turquoise Team, 2-0. “The grooms work very hard during the winter circuit in Wellington and we organize this tournament as a big ‘thank you’ to them,” said EquiFit Founder and President Alexandra Cherubini.

AN INTIMATE RECEPTION TO HONOR The Professional Association of Therapeutic Horsemanship International (PATH Intl.) was held at Ossian Ventures in Wellington, FL, on February 21.

Approximately 55 people attended the evening reception, which featured cocktails and hors d’oeuvres provided by the Palm Beach Polo and Country Club. Holly Schmitt Fox, DVM, began the evening by welcoming attendees. Kay Marsh Green, PATH Intl. CEO, and Jim Harlan, PATH Intl. President of the Board of Directors, also shared a video and their stories with the assembled audience. “PATH Intl. is so grateful to Sara Williamson for hosting our first-ever Wellington event at her beautiful barn, Ossian Ventures,” said Green.

Now Playing Catch it while you can! The American Academy of Equine Art (AAEA) Spring Invitational Show and Sale kicked off in April and runs through May 30 in Lexington, KY. The exhibit consists of approximately 50 paintings and sculptures highlighting Bluegrass equines and happenings in the area, including the Rolex Three-Day Event, Kentucky Derby, and The Spring Thoroughbred racing season at Keeneland. « The AAEA Spring Invitational is going on now.

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ASHA of New Jersey Kicks off 2014 with Spring Tournament

BY AMY KRAMLICK

Tournament riders from Kierson Farm. »

THE AMERICAN SADDLEBRED HORSE Association of New Jersey (ASHA of NJ) held its Spring Tournament on March 9 at the Alexandria Township Park in Milford, NJ. It was a beautiful spring day, perfect for a horse show.

There were a total of 69 riders showing from Smoke Hollow, Millstone Riding Academy, Kierson Farm, and newcomer, Little Red Riding School. The tournament included classes ranging from the young beginner to the seasoned show rider, with judges’ award winners and high point riders crowned at the end of the day. The viewing areas were also filled with friends and family members cheering on their riders.

Some of the blue ribbon winners from the day included: first time tournament

rider Laura Kimmel from Kierson Farm. Laura’s daughter, Lana, was also a blue ribbon winner in the Walk-Trot 10 & Under Showmanship class. Beth Banik from Millstone Riding Academy won both her equitation and showmanship classes. Siena Britt from Smoke Hollow was the winner of the Walk-Trot 10 and Under Equitation class.

New to the tournament were Hunt Seat Leadline riders from Little Red Riding School, who did a great job in their classes, bringing home blue ribbons.

Zach Byk from Smoke Hollow was the blue ribbon winner in the Leadline WalkTrot 5 and Under class. Also bringing home the blue was Bret Bokman from

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Millstone Riding Academy, showing in the Western class.

A big congratulations to all of the riders—everyone did a fantastic job! A special thank you also goes out to the judge, Billie Rae Graham from Quakertown, PA, and to all of the volunteers who helped make the tournament such a huge success. The next ASHA of NJ tournament is set for July 20. For more information, visit ashanj.net.

Bill Ritchie (left) and Emily Wise (right) are presented their championship ribbons by Felecia Knowles of MHC. »

ARTICLE AND PHOTO BY MELODY TAYLOR-SCOTT

ONCE AGAIN THE MASSACHUSETTS Horsemen’s Council (MHC) hosted their year-end awards banquet honoring the high score champion horses and riders for 2013. Held on March 1, 2014 at the Royal Plaza Hotel in Marlboro, MA, the attendees enjoyed a piping hot buffet with a choice of chicken prosciutto, steak tips, fish, veggies, and topped off by superb chocolate or carrot cake. A cordial happy hour started the evening, allowing everyone a chance to catch up on the latest news and connect with friends. Each attendee received a raffle ticket upon arrival and the lucky winners were drawn over the course of the awards presentation. Great gift baskets put together by the MHC board members every year were arrayed in the ballroom and each winning ticket holder got to choose a basket.

The MHC Classic Finals Show will again be held at Briggs Stable on September 14, 2014 and will feature the New England Horsemen’s Council (NEHC) Hunt Seat Pleasure Equitation Finals so mark your calendars for this great event!

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Susan Cooper was crowned 2013 MHC Person of the Year in recognition of her tireless efforts on the MHC Board of Directors, the Days of Champions (DOC) Committee, and as a horse show mom!

Also receiving one of the Dorothy Potter Scholarship awards was her daughter, Christina Couper, along with David Wise, with the Board of Governor’s Scholarship awarded to Caitlin Shea. The 2013 Lifetime Achievement Award was given to well-known and highly respected steward/ show secretary Dorothy Potter, still going strong at 98. Danielle Cammarano won the Hunt Seat Pleasure Equitation and her PW Rumple Minz was awarded the High Point Pleasure Horse with Short Stirrup jock, Kathleen Francione, receiving the High Point Hunter Rider.

Alex Goldman’s Weedos Reward and Kendall Fiori’s Sassy Story garnered multiple Open championships and reserves, often alternating first and second place. Bill Ritchie’s lovely pinto, Black Eyed Susan, and Emily Wise’s Sensational Impulse continued their

winning ways, dominating the Pinto and Quarter Horse divisions, respectively.

The Junior/Amateur Adult Hunter Derby Champion was Corhill Andante and Sarena Shah, with Fair Wind and Kim Miller winning the Open Derby. Sandra Walsh capped a great year with Moulin Rouge, winning the Modified Adult Hunter Championship and reserve in the equitation. Monica Hunt finished a busy year with MTM Bazinga as Champion Adult Hunter; Beachwood Hotel as Champion Childrens’ Hunter Horse; and Promises Made receiving Reserve Champion Hunter Type Pet Pony.

As always, when the lights went down, the dance floor heated up. At the finish of the awards presentation, DJ Michael Messina cranked up that “Old Time Rock & Roll” to a full house! Visit the Massachusetts Horsemen’s Council online at MaHorseCouncil.com for all the results.

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South Shore Horsemen’s Council Year-End Awards Banquet Draws Over 300 Attendees ARTICLE AND PHOTOS BY MELODY TAYLOR-SCOTT

ONCE AGAIN THE SOUTH SHORE Horsemen’s Council (SSHC) Year-End Awards Banquet was a huge success, seating over 340 people in the Grand Ballroom of the exquisite Boston Quincy Marriot Hotel following the wellattended happy hour. A slideshow of the past year’s competitors at the shows played during dinner, which preceded the awards presentation.

The tireless efforts of the club’s volunteer board members, president Bill Ritchie, vice president Alex Peak, Roger Flood, Kim Wise, treasurer Brian Wise, Tally Carruthers, Carol Simmons, Anna Huggins-Porter, and an army of club supporters, organized a fabulous social evening of friendship, sparkling awards, dinner, and dancing.

SSHC President Bill Ritchie spoke, thanking individuals and the membership at large, noting the continued growth of the organization and the addition of the Palomino division for the 2014 show season. Carol Simmons smoothly worked through over 80 awards, interspersed with announcing the winners of the silent auction, comprised of great items donated by SSHC members to keep the evening on track. The music started and the dance floor filled up with rockers as the last award was carried away from the podium.

Two special high point awards of $250 each were given to Tiffany, owned by Deb Barretto and Freedom Gate Farm, for Overall Hunter Horse/Pony, winning two championships and a reserve, and to Carol Mayer’s wonderful horse, Oliver

Twist, who took home four division championships to win the High Point Pleasure Horse check.

Each year, SSHC awards scholarships to deserving members who meet certain scholastic criteria. The 2013 SSHC Scholarships were given to Sarah Wilson and David Wise in honor of their academic achievement.

All agreed this was another wonderful evening celebrating the hard work, horsemanship, and achievements of the members of the South Shore Horsemen’s Council.

Visit SSHConline.com for more information.

The 2013 SSHC Challenge Trophies were awarded as follows; Sir Velvet Pet Type Pony Under Saddle Challenge Trophy: Anthony Ratti and Bear; Surprise of the South Memorial Challenge Trophy: Miranda Demers; SSHC Leadline 6 and Under Challenge Trophy: Emma Paskavitch and Tango With Me First;

[ABOVE] 2013 SSHC Scholarship winners Sarah Wilson and David Wise. [LEFT] Banquet attendees dance the night away.

Stagecoach Portrait Memorial Challenge Trophy: McKanzie Lema and Talent Show; Alton’s Little Dandie Memorial Trophy: Alex Goldman and Weedos Reward; Ann G. Tinkham Memorial Challange Trophy: Cassandra Lunghi and Tango With Me First; JAS Saffire Bey Memorial Trophy: Joanne Dillon and JD Encore; Western Star Galaxy Memorial Trophy: Victoria Mayer and IRA; Senior Showmanship Challenge Trophy: Kendall Fiori and Sassy Story; Joy Cup Challenge Trophy: Emily Wise and Sensational Impulse; Saddle Seat Walk-Trot Equitation Challenge Trophy: Elizabeth Hall and Zara; Flamingo Road Memorial Trophy: Brianna Krause and TJ Face It I’m Zippin; Black Saffire Memorial Trophy: Maggie Walsh and JF Rodanas Pharo; Meet Virginia High Point Hunter Pleasure Challenge Trophy: Devotions Playboy and Alyssa Aucoin; My Kinda Cowboy Challenge Trophy: Kendall Fiori and Sassy Story; Grand Hunter Champion Challenge Trophy: My Golden Gem; Short Stirrup Challenge Trophy: Glynhafan Duke of Earl, owner – Annalise Manoog; and Eight Fences Farm Equitation Challenge Trophy: Cassidy Ricci.

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New York/Upper Connecticut Region Glastonbury Pony Club Rallies Again SUBMITTED BY NINA SHEA, PHOTOS BY CORINNA QUIMBY

THANKS TO SOME GENEROUS facility owners and a small-but-mighty membership, Glastonbury Pony Club has rallied to reinstate its May rally.

Once a long-standing annual event, the rally was in danger of disappearing from the hills of Glastonbury, CT. The club is down to five riding members, from its heyday of more than 100. Development and changing times have closed in on the once Pony Club friendly town of Glastonbury. But late in May, teams of D- and C-rated pony clubbers from all over the New York/Upper Connecticut Region will ride again!

The rally is scheduled for May 25 at the Glastonbury Hunt Club, 177 Bailey St., Glastonbury. The proprietors, Gina Leavitt and Kelly Merry, have generously offered their space for the rally, and for mounted meetings. For years, the club’s membership has dwindled without a host facility. Planning mounted activities is a challenge. There would be new member inquiries, but no events planned to come watch or try.

Despite the low numbers, the few but dedicated Glastonbury members take full advantage of what the United States Pony Club has to offer. Regional rallies, training camps, and clinics are well attended by Glastonbury riders, and nearly all of the members have been to Pony Club championships!

A Pony Club rally, and in fact, the entire Pony Club experience is unusual in the equine world. The organization is dedicated to the systematic and thorough education of young horsemen and women, with an emphasis on horsemanship and responsibility. Fancy ponies are not necessary, only a willingness to learn and spend time with your four-legged, furry partner. Despite the humble beginnings of nearly every pony clubber, members often rise through the ranks to become some of the best known names in the equine world.

Stefanie Shea, a college junior who started Pony Club at the age of 11, credits her early rallies for her love of eventing. “My rally experiences are one

[RIGHT] Glastonbury girls circa 2005. [BELOW RIGHT] Formal inspection at a rally.

[BELOW LEFT] Jess and Mia.

of my favorite memories of growing up as a pony clubber. Local rallies were my introduction to eventing and gave me a safe and fun start to the sport I now love.”

Another unique part of rallies is that the riders are expected to help each other, with parents reduced to mere spectators. Speaking from experience, this is initially nerve racking for many parents, but does create independent and resourceful young riders. Rosie Lipman followed her sister Madison into Pony Club. “To me a rally means I get to spend the whole day caring for and riding my pony, with the help of my team, and no parents!” said Rosie.

The newly formed relationship with Glastonbury Hunt Club means the rally can return to Glastonbury.

For years the annual event was held at Earle Park. Teams traveled from all over the New York/Upper Connecticut Region to compete and connect with fellow pony clubbers. But running

the rally at Earle Park became too much for the dwindling membership, so another location was tried. There has been no Glastonbury rally for two years, and it has been missed by the region’s members.

Building membership for all local clubs is a challenge and has been particularly difficult for Glastonbury. In fact, only two members actually live in the town of Glastonbury. Nationally, Pony Club is adding disciplines to the menu to attract members, and has changed the rating process to be less focused on the traditional eventing discipline. More information on Pony Club at all levels is available at ponyclub.org.

The May 25 rally is doing double duty as an open house, and anyone who would like to see Pony Club at its most valuable local level is invited to stop by. Another open house opportunity is May 31 at Beckett Veterinary Hospital on Main Street in South Glastonbury.

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[LEFT] Norfolk members Michael Paparo and his wife Jessica Macho are chairing the Norfolk Spring Hunter Pace. [RIGHT] Norfolk member Erica Foley is the chair of the Norfolk Derby Cross.

Norfolk Hunt Club Members Celebrate May Madness ARTICLES SUBMITTED BY D.A. HAYDEN, PHOTOS BY KATHIE DAVENPORT

THE NCAA’S MARCH MADNESS IS long gone. Lovers of all things equestrian can turn to the Norfolk Hunt Club (NHC) for “May Madness.” May is full of fun for riders, spectators, volunteers, and those interested in preserving open space. Foxhunting is in full swing, including a Junior Meet on Sunday, May 18. Four additional special events fill the May calendar: Grounds for Celebration, the Norfolk Hunt Horse Show, Norfolk Derby Cross, and Norfolk Foxhunting Clinic. What’s more, June 1 features the Norfolk Spring Hunter Pace, which will showcase an entirely new route through Norfolk’s treasured hunt country.

Purchase Tickets Now Grounds for Celebration May 22 Tickets are now available for Grounds for Celebration, the Club’s largest fundraiser and biennial party, with the specific goal of providing critical funds to preserve, protect, and maintain over 200 miles of trails and open space for outdoor enthusiasts. The event is open to the public but tickets must be purchased in advance. Tickets will not be sold at the door. Individual tickets are $125 and tables of 10 are $1,100. To purchase tickets, visit norfolkhunt.com.

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cigars, dinner, and dancing. Sponsors for the gala event include Needham Bank and Yered Trailers. The party will take place in a tent under the stars at the Norfolk Hunt Steeplechase Course in Medfield, MA. A highlight of the evening will be a drawing for an oil painting by renowned New England artist Robert Douglas Hunter, whose work hangs in museums and private collections throughout the U.S. The still life, “Arrangement with Brass Ewer” measures 26x20" and is valued at $10,500. Raffle tickets are $100 each or three for $250, and only 300 raffle tickets will be sold. To purchase raffle tickets, contact dguadagno@yahoo.com, buy tickets and view the painting at Susu’s Bakery Boutique in Wellesley, MA (susubakery.com), or visit norfolkhunt.com.

104th Norfolk Hunt Horse Show, May 24 and 25 Area riders are training and making plans to compete in the 104th Norfolk Hunt Horse Show. The popular event is a favorite of local equestrians and features classes for adults, children, amateurs, and professionals. The outdoor rings at the beautiful Norfolk Hunt Steeplechase Course in Medfield will be abuzz with activity throughout the two days of the show, including at the children’s classes, which are always a great attraction.

The two-day event also offers a variety of classes including MHC Medal and SEHA Medal Classes, as well as the

1.0m Mor Linn Farm Jumper Classic with $1,500 in prize money, the $2,500 Hunter Derby, the $3,000 1.10m Jumper Classic, and $1,000 in trainer awards.

Gorgeous silver trophies are also awarded for the June Lombard Memorial Championship Trophy for Children’s Hunter Pony, the Carolyn Tsimortos Memorial Championship Trophy for Baby Green Hunter division, and the Rebecca W. L’Heureux Memorial Trophy for the Hunter Derby. Event sponsors, SmartPak and Dover Saddlery, donate non-cash prizes. Food is available on the grounds throughout the weekend. To view further information about the show and see the prize list, visit norfolkhunt.com.

Early Start Times for Juniors at Derby Cross, May 26 In an effort to accommodate more parents, trainers, and adult riders, the 4th annual Norfolk Hunt Derby Cross will have a special 9:00 a.m. start time for junior riders. Adult riders will compete at the traditional start time of 10:00 a.m. By putting the junior classes first, more parents and trainers will be free to compete later in the day. Norfolk member Erica Foley, who chairs the derby cross, said the course design will be spectacular, featuring a combination of natural crosscountry and show jumping obstacles in the lower field of the Norfolk Hunt Steeplechase Course in Medfield, MA. United States Eventing Association (USEA) technical delegate Jim Gornall, of Ledgefield Farm in Uxbridge, MA, will return again this year to design the derby cross course, which will include many fences constructed by Norfolk member Patrick Keane. The Norfolk Hunt Derby

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Myopia Hunt Club Encourages You to Try Foxhunting SUBMITTED BY DAVID J. ROUSSEAU, DVM

YOU HAVE A HORSE AND HE IS A good jumper. You like riding in open country at speed and the challenge of varied terrain and interesting obstacles.

You are bored with ring work and looking for a new discipline to add to your routine. Or maybe you want to get your trail horse out for rides in new country, but aren’t interested in jumping.

You have seen colorful paintings of the hunt and are intrigued by the traditional habit and the idea of following a pack of hounds in full cry. Foxhunting could be your new sport. The Myopia Hunt Club would love to have you join us.

To get started, consider coming to a meet without your horse. All of our fixture locations and times are listed at myopiahunt.org. Arrive before the start of the meet and introduce yourself as we gather and prepare the horses and hounds. Foxhunters love to talk about their sport, and can direct you to the hunt secretary, who would be thrilled to meet you. If you have the inclination, join hunt enthusiasts that “car-follow.” We are a drag hunt, meaning the hounds follow a man-made scent laid down by a human being, not a live fox. We know where to

view the action from the road. Join us after the hunt. We have casual gatherings after our rides, called stirrup cups. There is food and drink and camaraderie as we rehash the events of the day.

If you are interested and excited by what you see, mount up and join us.

If you have never hunted or have a green horse and want to start slowly, consider summer hound exercises, a quiet way to introduce your horse to the hounds and riding in a group.

These twice-weekly morning meets begin June 11 and are held at the Myopia Schooling Field. Dress is casual, and there is no capping fee.

Fit horses with confident riders, and experienced foxhunters, are always welcome to join us. Spring roading (April through early June) is a great way to get a taste of foxhunting. Let us know who you are so we can welcome you to the Myopia Hunt and guide you to a group of riders with similar abilities and goals. Read everything you can about foxhunting. Visit our website for an introduction to the sport. The Masters of the Fox Hounds Association has excellent information to learn hunt field etiquette

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fences. Participants are not required to jump if they would prefer to work on the flat. Last year, several clinic participants gained such interest and confidence, they rode with Norfolk throughout the season, including a junior rider, Skylar Wolfe, who had never foxhunted before, and was awarded a special Norfolk button.

Horses and riders must be comfortable in open country and in the company of other horses. Instruction on foxhunting etiquette and proper turnout for horse and rider will be included, as will brief exposure to the Norfolk foxhounds.

Limited space is available at this event. For information, contact Julie Wheeler at jwdvm@aol.com or 860-3770474. Information is also available at norfolkhunt.com.

continued from page 100 Cross is a fun, low-key, friendly event, specifically designed for riders of multiple levels. It is also a great event for spectators, who are encouraged to bring a chair and enjoy the food provided on the grounds as they watch the competition.

For more information, contact Erica Foley, 508-380-5181, or ehnf@msn.com. Entry forms are available at norfolkhunt.com.

Foxhunting Clinic, May 31 Norfolk’s Foxhunting Clinic, a special mounted clinic open to all riders, will take place on May 31 at the Norfolk Hunt Steeplechase Course in Medfield.

Norfolk members Rich Wood and Julie Wheeler will run the third annual clinic.

Rich, a USEA ICP Level II trainer from Thompson, CT, will divide the participants into groups based on ability, and will work on both the flat and over

Norfolk Spring Hunter Pace, June 1 Norfolk member Mike Paparo and his wife, Norfolk member Jessica Macho, are

and protocol at mfha.com.

The safest way to learn to foxhunt is with an escort. It can be overwhelming in the beginning with horses and hounds milling about. There is much commotion for you and your horse to take in. An experienced hunt field escort can guide you safely through the excitement of the day, explaining what is going on and why. It may enhance your experience while you are becoming acquainted with foxhunting.

The circumstance of the hunt is truly unique. Call the Myopia Hunt secretary, or visit myopiahunt.org if you would like information on a hunt escort.

The Myopia Hunt has welcomed novice and experienced foxhunters into the tradition and excitement of our sport since 1882. If you would like to join us please do. We would like to make your entry into foxhunting fun, memorable, and safe. We look forward to seeing new faces in the hunt field this year!

The Myopia Spring Hunter Pace is scheduled for May 18, and you don’t want to miss it. Come solo or put together a team of two or three for a guaranteed excellent day with your horse. It is a terrific way to get a sampling of the beautiful Myopia Hunt territory and obstacles you might encounter while foxhunting. Visit myopiahunt.org for more information on this fantastic event. Volunteers are always needed and welcomed as well.

chairing the Norfolk Spring Hunter Pace for the fourth year in a row and are showcasing an entirely new route for the popular event.

This spring, the pace will start from the beautiful Medfield State Hospital grounds on Hospital Road in Medfield.

The course will take riders along the Charles River, through wooded trails, open fields, and lovely farms in Dover and Medfield. Riders can compete in either flat or jumping divisions. Jumps include a variety of natural obstacles, as well as stonewalls, coops, brush, hogbacks, and more.

Teams of two or three can compete and special prizes will be awarded for the best matched team. Riders are encouraged to take advantage of the 8:00 a.m. start time, as a large field of participants is expected.

Lunch is included in the entry fee. For further information on the Norfolk Hunter Pace, visit norfolkhunt.com or contact Michael Paparo at 401-651-3282 or mbpaparo@hotmail.com.

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On What it Takes to Create an Exciting Day of Foxhunting in New England SUBMITTED BY SUE LEVY

Lays Out 2014 Plan FOR THOSE THAT SHARE IN THE LOVE of this sport, the morning of a hunt is always an exciting one. For the rider, the preparation and planning usually starts the night before. Clothes are laid out, tack is clean and packed onto the trailer so in the morning, the main focus is getting the trusty steed ready and on the trailer to make it to the fixture promptly on time.

The morning of a hunt for a hound starts much earlier. Their preparation starts as early as the year they are born. They are walked out routinely as puppies with experienced older hounds and trained to know their names and how to behave around horses. Then they are taught to do what they do best, use their noses. As we all know, it is a hard feat to train our own dogs to listen off-leash. It’s an amazing accomplishment to the huntsman and staff, usually made up of generous volunteers, who work tirelessly year-round to bring up a well-behaved pack of hounds.

For the Wentworth Hunt and our location in New England, we lack the contiguous parcels of land needed, so we’ve adapted to foxhunting by replicating the fox with a human “fox,” who lays a scent just ahead of the hounds. This human fox has worked hard to know each territory, and to learn to think like a fox, so for that day they can give great sport to the hounds, as well as to the horses and riders hot on their heels.

Hunt morning for the huntsman, whippers-in, field masters, and hard-working volunteers starts earlier in the year with countless hours of work making sure each territory is well groomed. Trails are cleared, jumps are built or repaired, and landowners are contacted. Staff obtains an intimate knowledge of each territory,

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[TOP] Whipper-in Linda Saba, aboard Sterling, is ready to begin the hunt at Yorkfield Farm, October 2013. [BOTTOM] Sara Isherwood’s Daatje, impeccably turned-out and ready to start the day at Prodigue Farm in November 2013.

with the plans that no one will get lost and everything will go smoothly. Even when things don’t go as planned, it just adds to the adventure and fun of the day.

So, at the end of a well-hunted day when hounds are resting back in their kennel, and horses are tended to back at the trailers, everyone relaxes and recaps the exhilaration of the chase over a well-deserved tailgate tea. That it looks effortless and easy is the highest accolade of all the hard work to make an exciting day of foxhunting in New England.

Upcoming Events Come out and join us for spring cubbing—see our website, wentworthhunt.org, for dates and locations as it is very weather dependent. Learn more about the hounds and meet them up close at the New England Hound Show, hosted by Wentworth on May 4 at Echo Ridge Farm in Lee, NH. Come out and enjoy the Spring Hunter Pace on May 17 at Branch Hill Farm in Milton Mills, NH, on May 17. The Wentworth Hunt Dressage Schooling Show, to be held May 18 at the University of New Hampshire, is a great, low-key environment to show your skills, and practice for your dressage season.

GET READY, TRI-STATE Horsemen’s Association (TSHA) members! The TSHA is poised to begin another busy year filled with fun things to do with your horse! The open show, dressage show, and trail committees have put together an outstanding variety of well-run events to please every equestrian taste, so get ready to ride!

The first mounted event of the TSHA season will be the Blessing of the Horses Pleasure Trail Ride, to be held on April 27 at the LeGrand Reynolds Horsemen’s Area in Escoheag, RI. Chef Bub Harman reminds us that all TSHA pleasure rides include a free lunch for TSHA members (with a nominal fee for non-members). We just ask that you bring a homemade side dish to share. Other rides planned for 2014 are: the Pachaug Forest Ride on May 17, Moonlight Ride and Cookout on August 9, and the popular Lobster Beach Ride on September 14 (extra fee for lobster). To ensure we have enough food and beverages, please RSVP with our trail coordinator, Bub Harman at 860-376-3659.

Do you enjoy scenic trails, good company and great food, along with the opportunity to earn great prizes for accumulated mileage? The TSHA mileage rides may be just what you’re looking for! We need volunteers and committee members for the 2014 mileage trail rides. Our first ride is scheduled for Mother’s Day, Sunday, May 11, at the Quinebaug Hatchery in Plainfield, CT. Check-in time is between 10:00 a.m. and 11:00 a.m., and a catered buffet-style lunch will be served at 1:00 p.m.

The fee is $10 for members and $20 for non-members, and Nancy Ware is accepting reservations until May 9 at pennynreign24@gmail.com. In addition to earning miles for TSHA

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The open show committee has implemented many of the ideas and suggestions put forth by exhibitors and many changes have been made to make the Tri-State Horsemen’s Association horse shows better than ever! Classes will begin on Friday at noontime, with classes for all riders and featuring a $100 Open Pleasure Jackpot class and all new versatility classes for open and walk-trot riders. Jumpers will return on Friday night including a $200 2'6" Jumper Mega-Jackpot class, and Saturday evening will feature a $100 Barrel Race Jackpot. New divisions include Pony Jumpers, Miniature Horse, Silver Stirrup Walk-Trot Ages 55 and Over, and much more. Exhibitors can arrive on Thursday beginning at 1:00 p.m., and are invited to attend a potluck dinner on Thursday evening.

Please plan on bringing your favorite dish and joining us! Class lists have been mailed and are available in local tack shops now.

The closing date is soon arriving for the first TSHA Dressage Show of the season. This year all TSHA dressage shows will be two-day affairs, with western riders competing on Saturday and traditional tests and the two-phase ridden on Sunday. Overnight stabling and camping will be available, so join us and make a weekend of it.

At the March membership meeting, Matt Hogan of Tourbillon Trailers presented an informative talk on trailer maintenance, just in time as we hit the roads again after the long winter.

Thanks, Matt, for the timely discussion!

The TSHA website is your best source for up-to-the-minute information on all TSHA events and activities.

It contains show information, scholarship guidelines, membership information and much, much more.

Check it out at tristatehorsemen.com.

Members can also receive information through the TSHA e-newsletter.

If you’re not signed up to receive it, contact publicity@tristatehorsemen. com to sign up.

Remember, if you haven’t renewed your membership for 2013, now is a great time to get that done.

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Hunter/Jumper news

[LEFT] Sandy Giammarco with Faust CA. [CENTER] Stoneleigh Burnham’s Upper and Middle School teams at Zone 1, Region 7 Finals.

[RIGHT] Daniela Stransky welcomes Victor Bastet as one of the newest members of Team Step by Step.

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PHOTOS: (TOP LEFT) COURTESY OF CROSSEN ARABIANS; (TOP CENTER) COURTESY OF STONELEIGH-BURNHAM SCHOOL; (BOTTOM) CAROL LAW

Congratulations are in order for Sandy Giammarco, who purchased Faust CA from Crossen Arabians and Warmbloods. Faust is a Hanoverian gelding sired by the famous Fuerst Gotthard and out of Broadway Romance. Sandy plans to compete with him on the hunter circuit.

FINDLAY IHSA UPDATE The University of Findlay Intercollegiate Horse Show Association (IHSA) Hunt Seat Team battled all season long to earn the top spot in the region.

Taylor Graham reports that at the last show of the season, hosted by Lake Erie College, University of Findlay reigned supreme as the High Point Team of the region, with rider Katie Pohlman taking Reserve High Point Rider. At press time, the team was planning to compete at IHSA Zones.

ship, while the Middle School team took reserve champion. The riders advancing to Zone 1 Finals were: Francesca Eremeeva, Grace Powers, Colby Maynard, Olivia Fernandez, Kayleigh Intrator, and Liana Ohl. Good luck to all competitors and congratulations to the entire team for another great accomplishment!

ZONE 1 REGION 3 IHSA UPDATE At the last show of the season hosted by the University of Massachusetts, Amherst, the riders in Zone 1, Region 3 vied for the final points to qualify for regionals. IHSA Media Intern, Hannah Thornton, reports that at the end of the day, it was Mount Holyoke College (MHC) that took home the High Point Team win, with Smith College

taking Reserve High Point Team.

The MHC team also earned themselves a spot at Zone 1 Finals with their overall win of Regional High Point Team.

NEW PARTNERSHIPS Claddagh Farm of Tiverton, RI, would like to congratulate the following rider/horse combinations: Caroline and Christine Rooney on their lease of “Apache,” Victoria Croston on her lease of “Lucky in Love,” Caroline Esposito on her lease of “The Golden Child,” and Cindy Sheldon on her purchase of “Cayanne.” Good luck with your new partners, ladies!

A PRODUCTIVE WINTER Fair Harbour Farm has been making the most of their time while braving the New England

STONELEIGH-BURNHAM IEA UPDATE The Stoneleigh-Burnham Interscholastic Equestrian Association (IEA) Team dominated the competition at Zone 1, Region 7 Finals. Their Upper School team won the champion-

The MHC Equestrian Team celebrates their recent win.

winter this year. Trainers Tricia Concannon and Dina Mazzola have spent their indoor time teaching fun and challenging lessons in preparation for the upcoming show season, which includes weeks in Saratoga, HITS Saugerties, and Vermont, in addition to some great shows in Massachusetts.

Fair Harbour clients and horses are looking forward to continuing a rewarding and successful year in the hunter and equitation divisions!

HELPING PEOPLE, STEP BY STEP Stransky’s Mission Farm’s Daniela Stransky has welcomed a new generation of equestrian stars as members of “Team Step

by Step,” a group of riders of all ages and levels who raise funds and awareness for the Step by Step Foundation, which helps underprivileged children around the world. Eleven-year-old Victor Bastet, who trains with his step-father Hector Florentino at Stransky’s Mission Farm, and 12-year-old Sheer Levitan, who rides with Katie Prudent at Plain Bay Farm, are the newest and youngest riders to champion the Step By Step Foundation in show jumping competition.

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she has great potential. She has already done big things, including a 2012 Olympic Games appearance in London with Belgium’s Gregory Wathelet.

“She has the potential to jump any track. She is super brave and she has tremendous scope, it’s just that some days she can be a little bit quirky,” Pessoa noted. “She’s special. She has days that she is not really into it and she doesn’t give you any warning. She is fairly unpredictable, but when she is in the mood to go, she is as good as any horse out there, and she was definitely in the mood today!”

Springsteen was very happy with her second place finish with Vindicat W, especially since the young rider has been commuting back and forth between Florida and North Carolina for school. She is in her third year at

Duke University.

“He felt great tonight,” Springsteen said of Vindicat. “I rubbed the third fence really hard, so I’m lucky it didn’t come down, but it was great. I thought by the end the fences got a lot bigger, so I was surprised there were so many clear, but I was really happy with him.”

Springsteen admitted that although she has gone fast with Vindicat before, this was probably the fastest she has gone while still leaving the fences up.

“That’s my problem. I usually go a little bit too fast and get too much going, so I tried to keep it together,” she stated.

Springsteen had the additional challenge of going after the very fast round that Pessoa put down, and she did her best to keep up. “I wasn’t expecting to beat him, but yeah, I was happy,” she smiled.

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BRAZIL’S RODRIGO PESSOA JUMPED to victory with Citizenguard Cadjanine Z in the $280,000 FEI World Cup Grand Prix CSI-W 4*, presented by The Bainbridge Companies, at the 2014 FTI Consulting Winter Equestrian Festival (WEF) in Wellington, FL. The class featured a roster of the world’s top riders and saw a win for the legendary show jumper and his promising new mount ahead of young U.S. rider Jessica Springsteen and Vindicat W. Seventeen combinations jumped clear to advance to the jump-off and seven of those were able to clear the second round course without fault. Pessoa and Alain van Campenhoudt’s Citizenguard Cadjanine Z blazed to victory in 39.52 seconds. Springsteen flew to a second place finish with Stone Hill Farm’s Vindicat W in 41.97 seconds.

Pessoa started riding Citizenguard Cadjanine Z, a 12-year-old Zangersheide mare (Canabis Z x Feinschnitt I Z), in July of 2013 and has been working on developing a good rapport with what he calls a “special” and particularly quirky horse.

The pair made big steps competing in Wellington this winter, including a shared victory with fellow Brazilian Alvaro de Miranda in week seven’s $125,000 Ruby et Violette WEF Challenge Cup Round 7. Pessoa has big hopes for the mare and thinks that

[ABOVE] Jessica Springsteen and Vindicat finished in second place. [LEFT] $280,000 FEI World Cup Grand Prix CSI-W 4* winners Rodrigo Pessoa and Citizenguard Cadjanine Z.

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$25,000 SmartPak Grand Prix Champions Michael Hughes and Luxina.

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to challenge the course was heavy-hitter Tracy Fenney for MTM Farm of Flower Mound, TX, on MTM Centano. Fenney bested Goldman’s time and raised the bar by one full second with a time of 42.02 seconds to finish in third place.

It was almost a “hat-trick” for Hughes as he narrowly missed qualifying all three of his Christina Fried-owned rides for the jump-off. With two chances for the win, Hughes returned third in the order with the first of his two mounts, Luxina. With less than two-tenths of a second to spare, Hughes and Luxina took the lead with an all-out-gallop over the last two verticals, kicking clear of the timers in 41.80 seconds to take the win.

“Luxina is a very special horse. I have been riding her for three years now and she pretty much handles whatever comes her way,” said Hughes. “I

Canada Reigns Supreme In Wellington FEI Nations Cup

BY LOUISE PARKES

TEAM CANADA CAME OUT ON top in a tough 12-way battle for the honors at the second leg of the Furusiyya FEI Nations Cup series in Wellington, FL. The Canadians took command with the only zero score at the end of the first round and fended off a strong challenge from the British to claim the top step of the podium. The U.S. claimed third, while Brazil and Ireland shared fourth place ahead of Venezuela in sixth.

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Just three riders managed to jump double-clear over the second round course set by Steve Stephens, and they were Canada’s Yann Candele with Showgirl, Britain’s Tim Gredley with Unex Chamberlain Z, and Brazilian pathfinder Alvaro de Miranda riding AD Uutje.

Canadian Chef d’Equipe, Mark Laskin, was delighted with the result. “Canada’s been on a bit of a roll! First it was curling! And then women’s bobsled… then it was hockey, two games! And

sincerely want to thank Christina Fried, the owner of these great horses.”

Professional rider and trainer Brandie Holloway is no stranger to grand prix wins, and was fourth in the irons of Any Given Sunday, for Hays Investment Corporation of Topeka, KS. They were fault-free and stopped the timers at 42.05 seconds. Speedster David Beisel of Goshen, OH, and Equine Holdings, LLC’s Ammeretto jumped clear. It appeared as though they would take the win, but the timers clicked at 41.87 seconds, just a single one-hundredth of a second off the top spot.

“It was really close,” said Hughes. “I had to ride hard with the tight times and in the end there was only three-tenths of a second separating the top three. It’s a great feeling when you see the board, and you think, ‘Wow, we got it’.”

now it’s show jumping!” he said, referring in part to the Sochi Winter Olympics. “We have four fantastic riders with four fantastic horses, and they did an incredible job!” Laskin added.

Ben Maher led the British into the second round with a four-fault run with Diva, but Gredley’s back-to-back clear bolstered his team’s chances only for third-line rider, Gemma Paternoster, who had collected just a single time penalty her first time out with Osiris, to collect nine faults at her second attempt.

A surprising double-error from McLain Ward and Rothchild put pressure on the Americans. Despite four faults for Brianne Goutal and Nice de Pressey, it seemed hope was not lost

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FRESH OFF A WIN IN THE FEI YOUNG Riders Nations Cup, Michael Hughes of Allendale, NJ, was one of only two riders to put in a double clear performance at HITS Ocala the week of March 14, 2014.

The momentum paid off for Hughes, who jumped Christina Fried’s Dutch Warmblood mare, Luxina, to a win in the $25,000 SmartPak Grand Prix, presented by Zoetis. With a time allowed of 86 seconds, 32 riders attempted to best a technical course presented by grand prix course designer, Florencio Hernandez of Mexico City, Mexico. The course consisted of 12 obstacles and 15 jumping efforts with a long gallop from an oxer at fence seven to a vertical-oxer double combination at eight, which proved to be the most difficult line.

Only seven horses qualified to return in the jump-off, which was a 10-jump course with four new fences. The first rider to challenge the jump-off was Lisa Goldman of Hawthorn Woods, IL, aboard Centurion B for owner and trainer Mary Goldman. Goldman and Centurion B jumped clean in 43.13 seconds, establishing the Great American Time to Beat, which would eventually put them in fifth place. Next

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Canada Reigns Supreme continued from page 110 if Laura Kraut and Beezie Madden could leave the course intact. Kraut’s horse Cedric had been foot-perfect the first time around and seemed destined for a second clear, but when he put a toe in the water at his second attempt, not even Madden’s superb run with Simon could rectify the situation.

Candele and Showgirl led their side into round two with another copybook clear, despite mistakes from teammates Tiffany Foster riding Victor and legendary Ian Millar aboard Dixson, who had been spectacularly clear their first time out. Canada’s total of eight faults would be good enough to clinch it, and anchorman, Eric Lamaze, didn’t need to bring Powerplay back to the arena for a second time.

When asked if the course

was tough, Candele replied, “It’s not easy to say how difficult a course is when you jump it double-clear! But the water to the double of verticals toward the end of the course was difficult.”

Candele hails from France but has been competing under the Canadian flag “for about six years now.” His horse, Showgirl, joined his string after the 2013 Furusiyya FEI Nations Cup Jumping Final in Barcelona last year.

“Tonight’s win was very exciting,” Candele said. “The Nations Cup here in Wellington is getting bigger and bigger every year and it’s getting tougher and tougher to win it. Now there are so many strong teams, but tonight’s win has given us great momentum.”

The Furusiyya FEI Nations Cup Final will take place in Barcelona from October 9-12, 2014.

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BY KATHRYN SELINGA

Eventing news IN MEMORY OF ZOE A group of eventers have been working to create a memorial jump at the Carolina Horse Park for Zoe DiGionvanni, who passed away in October 2013 at the age of 23 in a riding accident.

The group decided on the bank complex to dedicate to her memory because it is a permanent jump, and includes all levels of competition.

SEEKING: VOLUNTEERS

Karen Stives gifted $1 million to the USET Foundation to establish the Karen Stives Endowment Fund for High Performance Eventing.

PAYING IT FORWARD

PHOTO: COURTESY OF UNITED STATES EQUESTRIAN TEAM FOUNDATION

Three cheers for Karen Stives, who made an incredible gift of $1 million to the U.S. Equestrian Team (USET) Foundation to establish the Karen Stives Endowment Fund for High Performance Eventing. This fund will allow for a grant to be awarded annually for an Eventing High Performance activity, which will have a direct impact on the United States’ ability to win medals at international championship CCI competitions. “The team was my life for 20 years: the first 10 as a competitor and the second 10 as Chairman of Selectors,” explained Stives. “I wanted to give back to the organization that had given me so much, as well as inspire our young riders to excel and bring back the gold.”

The generous donations of the USET Foundation’s supporters are what provide the important funding that the U.S. Teams need

to compete at the top national and international events.

boarder, Kieran, and his rider, Katie Reuther, in March.

ACCEPTING APPLICATIONS

GOING LOCAL

USEA (U.S. Eventing Association) Area I is accepting applications for groom positions at the North American Junior and Young Riders Championships (NAJYRC). The teams are seeking current members of Area I Young Riders, and applicants must have eventing experience, preferably at Preliminary or the upper-levels. The NAJYRCs take place July 15-20, 2014, and most expenses are paid for a fun, action packed week at the Kentucky Horse Park!

Applications are due June 20.

For more information, visit area1usea.org/RidersTeams/ YoungRiders/team.htm.

True North Farm (TNF) participated in the Harwich, MA, Meet the Farmers Day, held at the Harwich Community Center on March 8. There, they provided information on all of their programs, and also learned about locally grown produce and farming.

WELCOME! Triple Combination Farm out of Ferrisburgh, VT, welcomed

DREAM COME TRUE Congratulations to Kathleen Blauth, longtime groom for Buck Davidson, on her recent marriage to Daniel Murray!

Kathleen rode in on Buck’s fourstar mount, Ballynoe Castle RM. “Reggie” then got to watch the rest of the ceremony from a stall behind the alter.

NEW LEADERSHIP

CONGRATS! TNF also congratulates Trina and Sig Stackelford on the purchase of Wianno!

RUNNING FOR GOOD Kudos to Harmony Horse Stables riders, Brenda and Erica Jarrell, who not only ran the 2014 Boston Marathon in April, but did so to raise funds for the Cam Neely Foundation for Cancer Care.

EquiVentures founders and developers, Peter Gray and Jon Holling, officially announced Richard Trayford as the new managing director. Richard, originally from the United Kingdom, has put together a dynamic team to continue to grow the excellence of the competitions EquiVentures is known for.

Gray will remain as chairman.

EquiVentures has also completed a move into leased office space in downtown Ocala, FL.

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Area VIII is looking for members who will step up and be a part of their championships committee or act as a Young Rider Program’s co-chair. Contact Cathy Wieschhoff at cathy@ cwevent.com for more information.

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Boyd y Martin and Trading Aces Triumph at Red Hills International CIC3* COURTESY OF USEA, PHOTOS BY SHANNON BRINKMAN

BOYD MARTIN DROVE AWAY IN A brand new Mercedes SUV after winning the Red Hills International Horse Trials CIC3*, held March 5-9 in Tallahassee, FL. Martin and Trading Aces galloped through the finish line of the final crosscountry phase and stopped the clock with just 6.40 time penalties to add to his dressage score of 41.4—which was enough to push overnight leader Alexandra Knowles and Last Call into second place.

Ellen Doughty and Sir Oberon were clear and just one second slower than Martin, a feat that moved them up to third from eighth. Martin’s second ride, Sir Donovan, made up for his eight faults in show jumping by putting in the fastest round of the day to move up to fourth.

“It’s a very satisfying victory,” said Martin. “I have been dialed in to winning this from the beginning of the year and obviously I had a few hurdles to cross before we got here, but it has been the yearly plan for the horse.”

Martin’s wife Silva, a Grand Prix dressage rider, had suffered a head injury while schooling a young horse in Wellington the day before the competition. With Silva remaining in stable condition and improving, Boyd pushed through and made the decision to compete.

Despite missing out on the prized Mercedes, Alexandra Knowles was delighted with Last Call’s performance.

“She jumped a great round and I was 10 seconds not fast enough,” said Knowles.

“There are a few things I could change on my part but I am very satisfied with my horse. My hat is off to Boyd—he just went 10 seconds faster than me today and that’s the name of the sport. I can learn from that.”

Ellen Doughty from Fourney, TX, was grateful for the help she had received during the training sessions with David O’Connor in Florida. “I don’t get regular lessons at home and the lessons I had in the training sessions have been immensely helpful as this was Obie’s best dressage score to date. He’s always 114 EQUINE

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good on cross-country, locks onto the fences, and never waivers.”

The Young Rider closest to the optimum time was Libby Head from Talbotton, GA, and her 15.1-hand

Thoroughbred. Libby represented Area III at the Young Riders Championships in 2011 where she placed fifth individually in the CCI2*. Libby and Rocky had a brilliant clear round and will be a pair to watch as the competition season progresses.

Once again, Red Hills proved to be a weekend of top class entertainment for the local community, whether they came to watch the horses in action, Paint the Pony, shop in the trade fair, or play in the magic castle.

For more information and full results, visit useventing.com.

[ABOVE] Boyd Martin claimed the Red Hills CIC3* aboard Trading Aces.

[BELOW] Alexandra Knowles and Last Call held on for second place.

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BY JENNIFER ROBERTS

Dressage news PLEASING PODCASTS P

BELTANO AND STEFFEN FRAHM SHOW OFF TO a sold-out venue in Vechta, Germany.

TAKES THE CAKE

PHOTOS: (TOP) KIKI BEELITZ; (BOTTOM LEFT) MEG MCGUIRE; (BOTTOM RIGHT) COURTESY OF WINDHORSE DRESSAGE

Adrienne Lyle and Wizard brought enthusiastic energy to their Grand Prix Freestyle to claim the Palm Beach Dressage Derby trophy. It was the 31st anniversary of the Derby and the first time it was held at the Stadium at PBIEC as part of the Adequan Global Dressage Festival (AGDF). Not only did they win the trophy with a

76.525%, their second highest score to date, but they also earned a qualifying score for the 2014 Reem Acra FEI World Cup Final.

MEDAL OF HONOR Congratulations to Windhorse Dressage Assistant Trainer, Michele Sizemore, for earning her United States Dressage Federation (USDF) Bronze Medal! She earned her Second and Third Level scores on Joanna Sentissi’s Killigrew’s Attraction.

T USDF is pleased to The aannounce the launch of their official podcast channel. o TThese podcasts are designed tto provide education and in nsight into the sport, as well as information about w USDF programs and events.

U Content for these podcasts will include p eexcerpts from many of the eeducational activities held aat Adequan/USDF National Conventions and sympoC ssiums, interviews with dressage legends, informad tion about USDF programs and events, and other dressage news from across the country. The Official USDF Podcast Channel is free, and available through the USDF website and on iTunes.

SOLD! KD Trakehners sends their congratulations to Bill and Sandra Barclay on the purchase of Stormn Hudson KD.

NONE OTHER THAN OTS At the Global Dressage Festival, Endel Ots won every class he entered. “I love that. It is so great to get a horse, and see them develop, and that is a real passion of mine,” Ots

[ABOVE] Michele Sizemore and Killigrew’s Attraction. [LEFT] Adrienne Lyle and Wizard on their victory lap.

said about training the sevenyear-old gelding San Dante, and then rode him to win all his Third Level tests with scores up to 72.8% at the Palm Beach Dressage Derby on February 28 – March 2, 2014. The young dressage rider’s enthusiasm is matched only by his success.

At the 2014 Global Dressage Festival on February 18-23, Ots and Donatus came in first place in the U.S. Equestrian Federation (USEF) Developing Grand Prix.

“It was a clean test, and I was very happy with him. He had no mistakes in the test to score a 69.5%,” Ots said.

Also at the Global Dressage Festival, Ots competed on Lucky Strike, owned both by Endel and his father, Max Ots. The pair won the USEF Four-Year-Old Horse Test with 76.2% in Markel/USEF and 79.2% in practice.

SHE SAID YES Congratulations to Molly Link and Kris Willis of Albany, NY, who were recently engaged!

FOUNDATION LEADERSHIP The Dressage Foundation (TDF) has announced the officers and members of the board of directors who will serve in 2014. In addition to returning board members, TDF extends a special welcome to new board members Lendon Gray and Carol Lavell. TDF’s 2014 leadership team includes the following: Ralph Dreitzler III (WA) – chairman; Michael Poulin (FL) – vice chairman; Judith Noone (MA) – treasurer; Eliza Sydnor Romm (NC) – secretary; Beth Baumert (CT) – president and CEO; and Maryal Barnett (MI) – vice president. Additional board members are: Vivien Bobo (MA), Barbara Cadwell (FL), Joseph Carr (KY), Lendon Gray (NY), Hilda Gurney (CA), Carol

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Dressage News continued from page 117 Lavell (NC, FL), Michael Matson (MD), Hilary Moore Hebert (MD), Karin Reid Offield (MI), John Boomer (NE, director emeritus), and General Jonathan Burton (AZ, director emeritus).

JUST DO IT There was a new buzz in the air at the U.S. Equestrian Team (USET) Solid Gold Dinner in Wellington, FL. U.S. dressage rising young star, Ayden Uhlir, signed a contract earlier that week to become Nike’s first U.S. equestrian athlete!

GREENER PASTURES Contender, one of the most influential sons of Calypso

II, has died at the age of 29 in Germany. Born in 1984, this world-renown Holsteiner stallion left his mark on all European and U.S. warmblood breeds, including Hanoverians.

Contender won the 1987 Adelheidsdorf stallion performance test with a jumping index of 146.6. He went on to be the reserve champion of the stallion licensing in Oldenburg on the basis of his excellent first foal crop. He leaves behind 127 approved stallion sons and 1,198 daughters.

IN THE RIBBONS Pineland Farms kicked off its winter competition season at the Sweetheart Cup, held at Orlando Dressage in Apopka, FL. Lead trainer Gwyneth

McPherson earned two first place wins on the first day of the show: one aboard Eskandar in First Level Test 3 Open with a 72.097%; the other with Chopard in Third Level Test 1 Open, garnering a 72.763%.

The Equestrian Center’s head coach, Michael Poulin, was also in the ribbons with a first place on Thor M, owned

by Virginia Frazier, in the FEI Grand Prix Special, scoring 71.667%. “It was a great start to our year despite some challenging weather conditions,” commented McPherson.

BRIAN HAFNER AND Lombardo LHF were the winners of the Grand Prix Freestyle at the Mid-Winter Dressage Fair CDI-W.

LAUGH IT OFF

At Letter Perfect Farm Banquet

BY KELLI MASON

ON MARCH 1, 2014, LETTER PERFECT FARM (LPF) held their first annual year-end awards supper. Over 75 people attended the supper, which featured homemade spaghetti and meatballs, donated by Loren Forget and Paula Russo from Breezy Meadow Picnic Grounds in Douglas, MA, Jen Picotte and Barbara Glidden of Uxbridge, MA, and Kathleen McDivitt of Sutton, MA. The supper was to honor the year-end award winners of Letter Perfect Farm’s schooling shows that they hold each year. The winners were presented with a ribbon donated by LPF and a prize donated by The Mane Place of Uxbridge, MA. The winners in the Training Level Open division were: champion, Connie Brown and Richochet; reserve, Pam Murry and Miss Gabby; and third, Sherry Aharonian and Ben L. In the Training Level Junior division, Laurelyn Anderson and Link were champions and Victoria Picotte and Eeyore were the reserve champions. Ann Fiore and Ullala were named the champion of the Second Level and Up division.

In conjunction with the awards supper, a silent auction was also presented to raise funds for Healing Horses (HH), a program that fosters horses out of rescues and provides them with board, training, and medical care that they need to be adopted to the best possible forever home. LPF and HH would like to thank the many sponsors who graciously donated things to make our night a huge success.

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“You have to laugh at least a few times each day,” said Dutch Grand Prix rider Gary Vander Ploeg, whose winning smile and attitude earned him the Premier Equestrian Sportsmanship Award after his performance in the Stillpoint Farms CDIO Nations Cup Grand Prix at the Adequan Global Dressage Festival in Wellington, FL. Vander Ploeg rode Degas, a 15-year-old Oldenburg gelding co-owned with Jean Vander Ploeg, that he has trained

through the levels since the 17-hand bay was just a fouryear-old prospect.

CONTINUED EDUCATION The Dressage Foundation’s Continuing Education for Dressage Instructors Fund, established by Maryal and Charles Barnett, has awarded grants to four individuals to attend the USDF’s Instructor Certification Program. Jaki Hardy (Santa Rosa, CA), Megan McIsaac (Oregon, WI), Stacy Williams (Ivins, UT), and Zoe Krause (Algonac, MI) each received a $1,250 grant to further their education as instructors.

WINDHORSE IN WELLINGTON It was a beautiful weekend at the Global Dressage Festival for Windhorse Dressage of Sherborn, MA. Joanna Sentissi and her gelding, Ziezo K, scored a 63.62% and 65.25% in Fourth Level Test 3, earning her second score required to qualify for Fourth Level at the regional championships. Joanna and Ziezo also debuted Prix St. Georges (PSG) and did a very nice job.

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PHOTOS: (TOP) TERRI MILLER; (BOTTOM) DOW WILLIAMS

Award Winners Recognized

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Biomechanics Broken Down At Northeastern Dressage Educational Conference “LISTEN TO YOUR HORSE” WAS THE resounding message that 30 dressage riders and trainers of all levels left with, after attending the Northeastern Dressage Educational Conference, held March 23 at Stripers Inn and Grille in Salisbury, MA. Pelham Saddlery’s master saddle fitter, Janie Matocha, and FEI “I” and U.S. Equestrian Federation “S” dressage judge, Lois Yukins, were featured speakers, complementing each other’s presentations and bringing key topics to the forefront of attendees’ attention.

Matocha focused on saddle fit and its importance for both horse and rider, noting, “If your saddle doesn’t fit right, it’s pretty much equivalent to a marathon runner wearing heels.”

She also pointed out that what could be interpreted as behavioral or training issues for the horse can actually be related to saddle fit, including head tossing, trouble with leads, and unwillingness to stretch. The rider can experience difficulty keeping correct leg position and falling forward or back often, also due to saddle fit.

Matocha then went on to discuss the details of how a saddle should and should not fit, from clearance between the pommel and the horse’s withers to the effect of the seat on hip angles. She added that “there is definitely preference involved” for both parties, and that price and brand does not influence the fit.

Dressage News continued from page 118 DANCE PARTNER Windhorse Dressage sends out a huge congratulations to Cinny Little on the purchase of her new gelding, Elvis!

NEWS FROM CUTLER FARM Heather Blitz and Diesel, an 11-year-old Oldenburg gelding

by De Niro and owned by Rowan O’Reily, made their debut in PSG at the Palm Beach Derby Global Dressage Festival March 1, 2014.

They brought home the blue with

[TOP] Janie Matocha explains saddle fit components. [BOTTOM] Lois Yukins presents on the biomechanics of a horse’s gaits. »

Yukins then took the stage, presenting an overview of the USDF “L” Education Program Session A on biomechanics of the horse, how they impact the gaits, and how both topics, plus saddle fit affect advancement through the pyramid of training.

She broke down the complicated subject of biomechanics into easy-to-understand, relatable bits, all the while keeping attendees interacting and laughing. Yukins first stressed that “You cannot change the bones in a horse…we have to be realistic with the horses that we have,” a statement that might seem obvious but is often overlooked. “How a horse is ridden—which is what we’re judging you on—also depends on how the horse moves,” she added, explaining that muscles can, on the other hand, be changed and influenced through training.

Yukins related the biomechanics— along with external factors including training, the rider, and saddle—to what dressage judges look for and what they see. She used video as supporting evidence to drive her points home, allowing audience members to truly see the differences between good and bad.

A round table discussion concluded the presentations, which saw a collab-

a score of 71.71%. The following day continued with success as Diesel won his first Intermediaire I FEI Test of Choice class with a score of 73.42%! Verida, Donna Cameron’s KWPN mare, premiered with Heather at the Global Dressage Festival, winning at PSG with a score of 67.434%.

Heather was so pleased with Verida’s success that she entered her into the Intermediaire I class, scoring an even higher 68.553%!

THE BRONZE AGE More exciting news from Cutler Farm…Cindy Dix, owner/rider of

orative effort by both Matocha and Yukins to answer audience questions.

“Education is key and I learned a lot today,” said conference participant Lori Lacey of Salisbury, MA. “Listen to the horse,” was the most important piece of advice she said she came away with.

This inaugural program of the Northeast Dressage Educational Conference was founded by Cindi Rose Wylie, USEF “r” judge, and Steve Schubert, U.S. Dressage Federation Treasurer. They envision a series of ongoing unmounted educational events for riders of all levels and ages, specifically focused on helping the adult amateur become more educated about the art of dressage and the general needs for their horses.

Picasso’s Bleu, competed at Third Level with a score of 65.879% to achieve her bronze medal at the Global Dressage National Show in Wellington, FL. Cindy credits Heather Blitz and Mary Wanless for their outstanding coaching that enables her to achieve success in the show ring.

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Every year educational scholar-

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Grants must be used to participate in educational programs that include, but are not limited to, seminars, workshops, clinics, and training programs offered by recognized or certified instructors. Applications are available online at neda.org.

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U.S. Para-Dressage Athletes Take Home WEG Qualifying Scores ARTICLE AND PHOTOS BY LINDSAY Y. MCCALL

ON MARCH 14-16, 2014, PARA-DRESSAGE athletes from the U.S. and Canada vied for multiple accolades at the Adequan Global Dressage Festival 10 CPEDI3* in Wellington, FL. For the United States riders, this CPEDI3* was the second to last opportunity located in the U.S. to qualify for the 2014 Alltech FEI World Equestrian Games (WEG).

The first day was the team test competition, followed by the individual test on the next day. U.S. team members, led by Chef d’Equipe Kai Handt, included Roxanne Trunnell and Nice Touch (Grade Ia); Rebecca Hart and Schroeters Romani (Grade II); Angela Peavy and Lancelot Warrior (Grade III); and Mary Jordan and Sebastian (Grade IV).

In the final team score the Canadians pulled ahead with a 418.803 point total to the U.S. team’s 410.536. Multiple U.S. para-dressage riders had exceptional tests overall, earning first place in their respective grades and earning some of their personal-best scores.

U.S. rider Roxanne Trunnell is looking forward to the second half of 2014. During the event, Trunnell and her own Nice Touch obtained the top score in Grade Ia over two of the three days.

U.S. Air Force wounded veteran Derrick Perkins competed in the same division as Trunnell, aboard NTEC Hans.

This was Perkins’ first international para-

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dressage event and he earned his 2014 WEG qualifying score during the team test.

“For my first time it felt good. We worked out a few kinks before competition and it ended up being great.”

In Grade Ib, Canadian Ashley Gowanlock with Collegiate Sweet Leilani and U.S. rider Sydney Collier were battling it out for first [ABOVE] U.S. Para-Dressage Team members (L-R) Mary Jordan, Angela Peavy, Rebecca Hart, Chef D’Equipe Kai Handt, and Roxplace. Gowanlock anne Trunnell at the Adequan Global Dressage Festival CPEDI3*. was happy with her [BELOW] Derrick Perkins, a wounded veteran of the U.S. Air rides, earning the top Force, earned his qualifying score for the World Equestrian score in the Grade Games riding NTEC Hans.

Ib Team Test and freestyle test. Collier was riding two new mounts in the competition and said, “I thought this weekend was super successful for my first time in the show ring with both of these horses.” She left the Wellington CPEDI3* earning her WEG qualifying score on both NTEC Cuplee and Willi Wesley.

In Grade II, Lauren Barwick (CAN) and Ferdonia 2 dominated the competition.

Barwick earned the Overall High Point Rider Award donated

by Polo Gear with an average score a 72.667% in her freestyle. of 72.468%.

In Grade III, 17-year-old Angela Also heading to Europe is USA Peavy topped the competition, winning Grade II competitor and two-time multiple blue accolades with horses Paralympian, Rebecca Hart. Hart rode Ozzy Cooper and Lancelot Warrior. her brand new mount Schroeters Para-dressage riders will reconvene June 2-5 in Gladstone, NJ, for the 2014 Romani, who was recently purchased from Straight Horse in Denmark.

Para-Equestrian Dressage National Although her team test became a Championship and WEG Selection learning experience, Hart came back to Trial before preparing the team for earn a 70.476% in the individual test and Normandy, France.

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Holds Annual Meeting ARTICLE AND PHOTO SUBMITTED BY LYDIA NEUSCH

ON MARCH 5, THE NEW HAMPSHIRE Dressage and Eventing Association (NHDEA) opened the 2014 season with its annual meeting, held at the Marion Gerish Center in Derry, NH. The club announced the 2014 calendar, which is packed with clinics and shows. We are pleased to have a remarkable number of members renew their membership so early in the season.

There were also several new members joining us at the meeting. The night began with a small business portion and then the calendar was announced. Attendees were treated to pizza and salad.

The guest speaker this year was Diane Williams, The Saddle Tailor.

Diane gave a very informative talk on proper saddle fitting. She discussed common mistakes when fitting a horse and lameness/soreness issues that

NHDEA Annual Meeting guest speaker, Diane Williams, The Saddle Tailor. Âť

may develop if a horse is not correctly saddled. Diane brought several visual aids to accompany the slide show she presented. Members agreed she was an excellent speaker, and the club thanks Diane for her time and knowledge.

Junior members were invited to try out for a team NHDEA will be sponsoring at the Dressage4Kids festival held in July in Saugerties, NY. Two

teams were sponsored last year and we hope to do the same in 2014. The potential team members take a short written exam and submit the highest score at the highest level in which they competed in the previous season.

NHDEA is very excited to offer this sponsorship again this year.

A full calendar of events can be found on our club website at nhdea.org.

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Connecticut Dressage g & Combined Training Association Celebrates a New Season SUBMITTED BY ELIZABETH MCCOSH-LILIE

IT’S TIME TO PLAN YOUR RIDING season for 2014 and the Connecticut Dressage & Combined Training Association (CDCTA) has some great opportunities for training and competition.

There are programs that all riders should be interested in and those that focus on the needs of our combined training members as well as those who focus on dressage.

A favorite among both dressage and combined training riders is the Ride Critique Ride that will be held at Grandview Stable on May 31 and led

by Claudia Tarlov. These are two great opportunities to learn the new tests

and to get your dressage skills ready for an active season.

Look for a new date for our Horsemanship 101 Clinic with Beth DiCicci. This is a great opportunity for all horse owners. This clinic has been moved to a date later in the season after being frozen out this winter.

Rounding out our clinics for the season are two that are particularly of interest to those who compete in combined training. On June 8, there will be a Cross-Country Riding Clinic with Heidi White at Town Hill Farm in Lakeville, CT. In September, Deb

Moynihan, a certified centered riding instructor, will conduct a two-day Centered Riding and Jumping Clinic at her facility, Irish Acres, in Bolton, CT. There will be a full calendar of CDCTA shows. Following our success of three schooling shows last year, we will be holding three schooling shows in 2014 as well. Our first CDCTA Dressage and Combined Test Schooling Show will be Sunday, May 11, at Westbrook Hunt Club in Westbrook, CT. Our second will be Sunday, July 20, at Mystic Valley Hunt Club in Gales Ferry, CT and the third schooling show will be Saturday, October 4, at the Woodstock Fairgrounds in Woodstock, CT. The next day, Sunday, October 5, will be the return of the CDCTA Recognized Dressage Show at Woodstock Fairgrounds.

This should be a great season for our CDCTA members and friends. Just remember to visit cdctaonline.com for listings of dates and clinicians as they become available. Friends of CDCTA, take a look at our website and see the many benefits you get from membership. See you this season!

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BY KATHRYN SELINGA

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JEANINE EATON SENT in this adorable photo of her and her horse, Spirit, giving Jeanine’s 94-year-old first grade teacher, Flora, a sleigh ride in East Corinth, VT. Flora got to reminisce about the days when her father would take her to school in a sleigh while her brothers were able to use their car to get to school. We hear it was a great time!

GRANITE STATE CONVENES

PHOTO:(TOP LEFT) LISA CILLEY

The Granite State Carriage Association (GSCA) held its annual meeting on Saturday, February 23 at The Puritan Back Room in Manchester, NH. Thirty-five members enjoyed a good meal and socializing among friends and fellow horse-lovers, with a slide show presentation of past outings.

A sure way to break up the tedium of a long and brutal winter is to bask in past events and plan new adventures.

The club welcomed guest speaker, Patrick Hummel, volunteer coordinator of New Hampshire Division of Parks.

Hu ummel reviewed Deepartment off Resources an nd Economic Development (D DRED) areas of management m and recent rule reevisions and developments. d DRED has worked D with GSCA w representatives tthrough the rules process to assure p tthat the club will have use of some h DRED-managed D properties p ffor outings, aand proposed posting of some trails and roads for permitted carriage driving by individuals.

GSCA extended heartfelt thanks to outgoing directors and officers, Cresca Albright and Laurie Goodwin, and welcomed new directors, Jean Harvey and Joyce Egge.

Linda Stebbins presented the “MVP” Award to Connie Moses. Connie has devoted much time and energy to promoting the organization and enhancing member

communications. The newly launched website has received positive review and the GSCA Facebook page is very popular.

Connie will continue to serve as president of GSCA through 2014. The President’s Award was presented to Sonja Cahill.

Sonja and her husband, Bob, have hosted the very popular “Look to The Mountain” drive and ride weekend event since 2001. President Connie Moses presented Sonja with a painting of Mount Chocurua by artist Muriel E. Johnson.

40 YEARS, 40 PEOPLE Congratulations to the American Driving Society (ADS), which is celebrating its 40th year in 2014! In commemoration, the organization will be honoring 40 people who have had a positive impact on driving and the ADS. Nominations are due July 1. The 40th Anniversary Celebration and ADS Annual Members Meeting will be held at Acadia National Park in Maine, September 25-28, 2014.

ON THE UP-AND-UP The 12th Annual Pennsylvania Horse Expo, held February 27 – March 2, 2014 at the Farm Show Complex in Harrisburg, PA, continued expanding its driving

GSCA President Connie Moses (right) presents Sonja Cahill with a painting of Mount Chocurua.

events by adding daily carriage races. Organized by Curt Pierce of Deep Creek Farm in Mathias, WV, and Pam Kister of Mt. Wolf, PA, horses, ponies, and Minis raced through a different pattern of two obstacles with four gates each day, as Anne Councill of Stewartstown, PA, officiated. The participating eight whips and equines demonstrated the challenge and the fun of driving as they raced to music and an enthusiastic crowd that grew larger each day. With the resounding success of this event, carriage racing will return to Harrisburg next year with more participants and speed.

WELCOME! Two new clubs were added to the roster of Carriage Association of America (CAA) Chapters at the CAA board meeting in Williamsburg, VA, in late February: the Northampton Driving Society out of New York and the Whip ‘R Snapper Driving Society out of California.

The board also welcomed two new directors: Lynn Tuckwiller of West Virginia and Mike Rider of Wisconsin.

DYNAMIC DUO Suzy Stafford gave Demi-Mer, a six-year-old American Warmblood gelding, a confident drive for the win at the prestigious Grand Oaks Classic Carriage Driving Show. “What an experience this show was for me,” said Stafford, “I had never shown myself at this venue…“Duo,” as we call him at home, showed himself very well.

He had never been in the ring with other horses and was a bit confused at first, not knowing whether to catch up to them or hang back. He quickly sorted it out and went on like a seasoned veteran.” Well done!

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CONA Convention Offers Excellent Learning Opportunities for Members

BY BETH PODHAJECKI

THE CARRIAGE OPERATORS OF North America (CONA) Convention, held at the Courtyard Marriott Downtown Hotel in Atlanta, GA, officially began on Thursday February 27—tour day. After a short bus ride, everyone stepped back in time at the Atlanta History Center, located in the upscale Buckhead area of Atlanta. Members toured the impressive museum, and then wandered through a circa 1864 family farm.

Then it was on to the stables of Nottingham Shire & Carriage for Hire, the host company for the convention, owned and operated by Amanda and Yasir Araim. The Araims and their staff did a fantastic job putting their array of carriages on display. They had four horses tacked up and ready for a conformation class. Two other lovely

and patient Nottingham Shire mares, Firecracker and Tina Turner, were hitched to two-wheel carts and were available for any conventioneer to drive.

On Friday, February 28, CONA members gathered in the Margaret Mitchell room in the hotel for the guest speakers. First up was Cedric Burse, the Atlanta city official whose job it is to oversee the taxi and carriage industry in that city. John Dandeneau, director of sales and account management from Zerve, an online ticketing and reservation system, spoke about marketing businesses. Nevin Dourte of Ruhl Insurance, member and popular speaker, gave an update on commercial liability insurance today. And, Dale Mylar from Mylar Bits gave a presentation of the similarities in form and structure of humans and horses. He began with a discussion of the skeleton, and then moved to the anatomy of a horse’s mouth. His emphasis was that any bit’s first effect is on the horse’s mind. « A Nottingham Shire & Carriage for Hire employee with Firecracker, hitched to a two-wheel cart.

After a lunch buffet in the hotel’s Bistro, everyone reconvened to hear about the on-going attempt to shut down New York City’s carriage ride industry. Stephen Malone, carriage operator, spokesman for the Horse and Carriage Association of New York, and a CONA member gave a presentation on the history of the horse drawn carriage industry in NYC and the situation that exists today.

Jim Rogers of Great Lakes Horse & Carriage LLC in Chicago, IL, another CONA member, updated attendees about a recent and sudden challenge to the horse drawn carriage industry in Chicago from a city alderman, who admits to wanting to jump on the bandwagon of the proposed ban in New York City.

On Saturday morning, March 1, everyone gathered for the annual Marketing Round Robin. Every company was allocated time to present an idea, technique, or advertising tool that was successful for them. The annual meeting of the CONA immediately followed.

Annual elections ensued with the positions of president and treasurer up for renewal. Linda Kramer was re-elected president and Joe Fite was re-elected treasurer. There were four seats open for directors; elected to the board were Stephen Malone of New York, Joe Sipper of Texas, Judy Kinney-Paisley of Pennsylvania, and Tommy Doyle of South Carolina.

Members now look forward to the 2015 convention in New York City. For more information, visit cona.org.

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MARCH 20 SAW THE FIRST OF SOME warm weather in the Northeast, and members of the Colonial Carriage and Driving Society (CCDS) came together at the Devonfield Inn in Stockbridge, MA, for the popular annual potluck dinner meeting. Items covered included the Spring Seminar on April 12, the Orleton Pleasure Show, set for June 13-15, our annual Fun Day, and the ever popular Lenox Tub Parade.

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hosted by CCDS. The goal of these workshops is to offer additional education and resources to help build the toolboxes of our members. The first, held at Orleton Farm on March 29, was geared toward the beginning driver, a person returning to driving, and anyone interested in learning more about the basics of the sport. Safety on the ground and in the vehicle was the focus of the first day. Our own Bill Broe from Ancramdale, NY, led the discus-

sion about the necessary skills of a driving horse and the suitability of the horse for the job being asked of it. Mary Stokes Waller concluded the afternoon session with a tour of the Orleton Farm Carriage Collection with commentary on the history and traditions of carriage driving in the Berkshires and beyond.

Stay tuned: harnessing your driving horse will be addressed in the second workshop (date TBA). Local drivers will be available during lunch for round table conversations about their personal experiences with breeds and activities. For more information, please contact Kay Konove at kkfjords3@gmail.com or 413-298-3810.

This month, don’t forget about the CCDS barbecue meeting, which will be held on May 14!

Also, be sure to find us on Facebook or visit our website, ColonialCarriage. org, for current information.

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[ EQUINE JOURNAL AFFILIATE ] Upjohn, to renovate the house. The renovations added more modern amenities—kitchen ranges, running water, a bathroom, and a furnace that was one of Looks Forward to Lindenwald Pleasure Show the first central heating systems in the Hudson Valley. Exterior renovations SUBMITTED BY CAROL FRANK included the addition of a four-story THIS IS MY FAVORITE MONTH, brick tower, a central gable, attic so full of hope, mud, and hair. It dormers, a new front porch, and ends with groomed horses that painting the whole house yellow. are ready to work and back in They transformed Lindenwald from shape after this long, cold winter. an 18th-century Georgian house into The Saratoga Driving Association a fashionable Italian villa, a popular (SDA) holds the Lindenwald trend of the mid-19th century.

Pleasure Show at the Martin Van We hold the Pleasure Marathon Buren Estate in Kinderhook, NY, through Roxbury Organic Farm, on May 26. Last year we had to formerly part of the original Van cancel because the winds were Buren property. It is a beautiful Carol Frank at the Lindenwald Pleasure Show, held at the venue and we look forward to you whipping, we were inundated Martin Van Buren Estate. with non-stop rain, and it was a joining us. The Hungry Traveler cold, miserable 40 degrees. When is bringing their food truck and the thought of packing the trailer is they make excellent food. Seeing the compete, or come as a volunteer or visitor. ominous because it is so miserable out, it Martin Van Buren treasured the life of a horses in harness under the old trees on the grounds is like stepping back in is generally a good thing to stay home. gentleman farmer and his estate—where Fortunately, Barbara Akers, the he was born and raised—located two history—so bring friends, children, and organizer, caught the judges and the the family. miles from the small New York village of food vendor before they left home and Kinderhook. He continued acquiring propIn June, we begin our monthly driving there was no loss. More importantly, the erty until, after six years, he held a total clinics with Robin Groves’ Wheelrunners beautiful grounds did not get ripped up of nearly 225 acres. Van Buren operated a South at Jeff Morse’s Green Meads Farm with trailers stuck in the mud, and what successful 191-acre farm on the 225-acre in Richmond, MA. We are eager to bring could have been awful was avoided. estate and experimented with cultivating Robin to us and offer group instruction But remember, when you sign up for new varieties of vegetables. He also underthat will prepare competitors for all any event, clinic, or conference, let us aspects of driving. Lessons are available took improvements to the house. Built in know how to contact you—by providing 1797, the original dwelling was a two-and at the rate of $65 per person, both in the emails, cell phone numbers, and home -a-half-story, red brick Georgian-style morning and afternoon; this includes phone numbers—this ensures that we house. He removed the stairway and hung lunch with Robin. If we have the can reach you. Also, be sure to check fashionable, French scenic wallpaper in interest, we can divide lessons into more the website for last minute changes. the center hall, which could then be used beginner and more advanced. Contact Jeff Morse to sign up at 413-698-3804.

The show is at Lindenwald, a historic for banquets and balls. site worth visiting. Tours are available The dates are June 18, July 16, August In 1849, Van Buren’s son Smith hired throughout the show, so come and famed American architect, Richard 20, and September 17.

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Western Reserve Carriage Association Celebrates Carriage Driving Month SUBMITTED BY MARY THOMAS

PHOTO: SHOOT THAT HORSE

CELEBRATE CARRIAGE DRIVING Month by bringing your turnout to historic Zoar Village, near Dover, OH, on May 11. The village is the perfect setting for beautiful horses and carriages as they make their way past log buildings, spring flowers, and out around Zoar Lake. A noon potluck will begin after club news and

announcements, with driving to follow.

Congratulations are in order for Donna Crookston and her Morgan gelding, RG Cowboys Black Cadillac, named 2013 USEF Horse of the Year in Single Horse Combined Driving. Crookston has been successfully competing at the Advanced Level in Florida this winter—as has Margaret Shenker. Her

pony has been picking up good ribbons in the Preliminary division.

The Great Lakes Area Driving Series (GLADS) Winter Arena Driving Series wrapped up March 15 at Windy Knoll Farm in Sullivan, OH. Western Reserve Carriage Association (WRCA) members Kim Stegh, Lou Sutton, Sherry Olecki, and Mary Wilson drove away with the series’ championships. Series director, Stacey Giere, presented each champion with a flower garland and a lettered cooler. Francois Bergeron not only judged the final series event, but also gave valuable tips to drivers and conducted tandem driving lessons.

Many thanks go out to Louise Fraser

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Western Reserve Carriage Assoc. continued from page 125 for organizing the February 23 Sleigh Rally held at the Chagrin Valley Hunt Club and Stables. Ably assisted by her husband, William Fraser, DVM, the club’s expansive polo field was readied for the event. Fortunately, enough snow was left that could be prepared for safe sleighing.

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Julia Bolton drove their young pair of Dutch crosses put to a farm bobsled with Charles showing his skill in handling the pair in the fetlock-deep snow. Larry Addington and Kim Davis also took the pair’s lines to the delight of the crowd. Louise Fraser and her Morgan demonstrated the beauty of her 1888 Day & Prushaw Albany Cutter.

Katherine White, lovely in her fur coat and plaid lap robe, put her Thoroughbred to an antique Portland Cutter. Wendy Pengal, WRCA board member, judged the five classes, explaining class requirements and

how she placed each turnout. Sleigh bells on colorful ribbons were awarded for the various placings.

An added attraction was having Albert Zinz from Fairview, PA, on hand to show his sleigh driving skills. Zinz has won numerous world championships and Morgan grand championships in Obstacles Carriage Driving Multiples, Pleasure Carriage Driving Multiples, and Gamblers Choice. He also demonstrated how to correctly tie breeching straps and shoe horses for winter riding and driving.

The Drive and Ride class demonstration was given by the mother-daughter team of Louise and Christina Fraser.

Louse did the sleigh pleasure driving before Lacy’s High Fashion Magic was unharnessed then saddled. Christina, age 11, mounted and rode. Christina has been riding and hunting for many years with her father, Joint Master of the Chagrin Valley Hunt, William Fraser, DVM. Spectators were invited to meet the drivers, pet the horses, examine the sleighs and harnesses, and even take a ride in the Boltons’ sleigh. Once the outdoor activities concluded, hunt club members, WRCA members, and guests enjoyed a buffet lunch in the well-appointed clubhouse.

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BY JENNIFER ROBERTS

Western news CONDOLENCES John S. Lewis of Hampshire, IL, died peacefully at the age of 58 on February 26, 2014 at his home. He took great pride in his horse farm, Creekside Quarter Horses. Often as you drove into the farm with the manicured lawn and three-board white fences, you would see him hard at work. He was a member of the NRHA and had a great love of horses.

[LEFT] Colleen McQuay was recently inducted into the NRHA Hall of Fame. [RIGHT] Lisa Lockhart and Louie.

A NEED FOR SPEED

HALL OF FAMER

PHOTOS: (LEFT) JOHN BRASSEAUX; (RIGHT) PIXEL WORX

The National Reining Horse Association (NRHA) Board of Directors approved the induction of Colleen McQuay into the NRHA Hall of Fame at their February meeting. Colleen will join her husband, Tim, and daughter, Mandy McCutcheon, who preceded her into the elite group. As the matriarch of one of reining’s first families, she has supported her husband and daughter to many accomplishments. It goes without saying that Colleen’s contributions have been industry changing and involved horse show production and management as well as conception or implementation of many programs that changed the face and scope of NRHA. Her touch is evident in many of today’s shows. She is one of the most respected show managers in the reining industry, bringing her enthusiasm, knowledge, work ethic, and energy to many major events.

In addition, Colleen has unselfishly served on the NRHA Executive Board and many committees.

WELL DONE! On February 23, the Judson College Western Team

competed in Rome, GA. In Advanced Horsemanship, Mary Kilpatrick of Dothan, AL, placed fifth. In separate sections of Intermediate Horsemanship, both Caitlin Autrey of Selma, AL, and Rylee Parnell of Tibbie, AL, placed fifth.

Three team members also previously qualified for western regionals, which were held the next day. Kilpatrick placed second in Novice Horsemanship, Caitlin Autrey placed first.

Shelby Crews of Greenville, AL, placed sixth in Intermediate Horsemanship. The western team was awarded reserve champion overall for the region.

Congratulations, ladies!

MIKE IS A MEMBER At the 2014 American Paint Horse Association (APHA) Convention, the board of directors, hailing from around the country, voted Mike Short to the APHA Executive Committee as the sixth committee member. From Edmond, OK, Mike has served

as a national director since 1995. He has been a member and leader of the Oklahoma Paint Horse Club, Empire State Paint Horse Club, Gulf Coast Paint Horse Club, and Texas Paint Horse Club. From his vast and varied experience, Mike says he feels ready to take on this role of leadership for the association.

GREENER PASTURES NRHA Hall of Fame Inductee and NRHA Million Dollar Sire, Boomernic, recently passed away. Owners Michael and Michelle Miola of Silver Spurs Equine expressed their sadness, writing, “It is with a very heavy heart that I write this; I cannot even see straight through my tears. Our beloved and precious Boomernic died in surgery today attempting to remove a stone that had traveled and ruptured his small intestine.”

Boomernic had NRHA lifetime earnings of $110,000 and was the 1992 NRHA Futurity Level 4 Open Champion.

Barrel racer Lisa Lockhart won $100,000 on March 2, 2014 at RFD-TV’s The American Rodeo by beating top competitors in the sport. Lockhart and her buckskin gelding, An Oakie With Cash, better known as Louie, recorded the top time of the whole American event. She ran 13.983 seconds in the first round and won the shoot-out in 14.035 seconds.

A-LISTERS The Judson College equestrian team is proud to announce this year’s Intercollegiate Horse Show Association (IHSA) National All-Academic Award recipients.

The purpose of the award is to recognize the individual academic achievements of participating undergraduate members each year. Team members named to the All-Academic First Team (achieving a grade point average of 3.8 or higher, based on a 4.0 scale) are: senior, Rebecca Malphurs of Dothan, AL; junior, Brianne Culp of Bruinswick, OH; and freshman, Katie Gehr of Waukesha, WI.

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Western News continued from page 127 Team members named to the All-Academic Second Team (achieving a grade point average of 3.5 or higher, based on a 4.0 scale) are: junior, Kayla Syck of Deatsville, AL, and sophomore, Dakota Runnels of Gainesville, FL.

FAMILY AFFAIR Roper Paul David Tierney became the 12th Timed Event Champion and beat top competitors March 9, 2014. Tierney, the 24-year-old cowboy from Oral, SD, won his first gold buckle and $60,000 after competing for three days in five timed events: team roping including heading and heeling, tie-down roping, steer wrestling, and steer roping. His father, Paul, earned four championships spanning nearly three decades of competition. The Timed Event Championship is one of the most prestigious events in professional rodeo and competitors are invited to participate.

“It’s great. I’d share it with them all; my dad keeps me on track and helps me out. That’s the main deal of why I came out on top this year,” said Tierney in a post-winning interview about his family’s participation in his big win.

JIM ANDERSON It was a photo finish at the Kentucky Horse Park after a historic showdown that brought the crowd to their feet as a Cinderella story unfolded. Canadian wild card, Jim Anderson, captured the Ram Trucks Wild Card Championship and ultimately the 2014 World Championship of Colt Starting title. Fellow competitors Dan Steers (Australia), Antoine Cloux (Switzerland), and Jonathan Field (Canada) were close behind Anderson in a finish that came down to the very last round.

Field was honored with the Jack Brainard Horsemanship Award for displaying exceptional horsemanship and always acting in the best interest of the horse.

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The winning University of Findlay team.

Intercollegiate Update

UNIVERSITY OF FINDLAY WINS ZONE 6, REGION 1

BY TAYLOR M. GRAHAM

IT WAS A BUSY COUPLE OF WEEKS FOR intercollegiate riders as they competed at Oberlin College and the University of Findlay.

On February 14, Oberlin College hosted a double-header competition, which consisted of the University of Findlay winning High Point Team and Bowling Green State University claiming Reserve High Point Team. The following weekend (February 22-23) was the final horse show of the season for the region.

The University of Findlay hosted three back-toback shows for the weekend.

The University of Findlay continued to hold onto the title of champion as they won every class of the first show. Throughout the

weekend, Bowling Green, Tiffin University, Lake Erie College, and Akron University had many high placings, but in the end the Oilers remained on top. Erika Druker of Findlay won High Point Rider for two of the shows and Elizabeth Haze, also from Findlay, won High Point Rider for the other show. Jared Deatrick and Josh Clevenger, both from Findlay, won Reserve High Point Rider for the weekend.

As the show season came to an end, the University of Findlay earned their title of High Point Team of the region and will be competing at the semi-finals along with Clevenger, who received High Point Rider of the region. Congratulations to all the riders for a successful show season!

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witnessed the largest ever American Quarter Horse Association Remuda to run at Road to the Horse, with 21 iconic horses from the 6666 Ranch. After the 2014 competitors made their selections, the wild cards for the 2015 competition were announced and made their picks from the AQHA Remuda from the 6666 Ranch.

Road to the Horse 2014 Champion, Jim Anderson,

to direct the colt toward competitive obstacle competitions.

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purchased the 6666 Ranch colt called Speedy Cream that took him into the winner’s circle in the main event and already has plans

Peak Performance Equestrian Center of Marshfield, MA, would like to congratulate Gabrielle Brassard and her Appaloosa, All About Art, for leading the nation in 2013 in Youth Reining and Youth Trail for the Appaloosa Horse Club (APHC)! This duo also brought home seven other top 10 APHC year-end awards in both western and hunt seat events, and were the 2013 Youth Reserve World Champions in Bareback Equitation!

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THE NASHOBA VALLEY SLIDERS (NVS) Interscholastic Equestrian Association Western Team, serves middle school and high school youth from Massachusetts and New Hampshire. Recently, the Nashoba Valley Sliders hosted its first IEA western horse show at Ten Broeck Farm in Pepperell, MA. The show was a huge success thanks to the essential organizational talents of NVS Team Coach

Suzanne Ferris.

Over the past several seasons, the NVS team has been very successful, taking home several champion and reserve team titles as well as having several individual national finalists on the team.

The regular season came to a close at the end of April. Zone finals will be in Grafton, MA, this year on June 1. National finals will held be in Oklahoma City June 26-28.

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THE COWBOY MOUNTED Shooting Association (CMSA) held its Bishop’s Trailer Sales Winter U.S. Championship at the Horseshoe Park in Queen Creek, AZ, in February, with shooters competing for cash and prizes that totaled over $64,000.

Paul Chapman of Larkspur, CO, was the Overall Cowboy with his total time of 96.355 seconds over five stages and the Overall Cowgirl honors went to Samantha Erdmann of Cave Creek, AZ, with a total time of 96.863 seconds.

The Taylor’s & Co. Rifle class winner was current World Champion Cowboy Chad Little with Cimarron.

The Shotgun class winner was Dan Kelley. The Cimarron Eliminator winner

was Biven Chapman in the Ladies Limited and Dave Bullock in the Men’s Limited class. Jessie Kuka seized the Ladies Open Eliminator division and Dan Kelley captured the Men’s Open Eliminator.

American Quarter Horse Association titles were claimed by Von Brady in the Amateur division, Chad Little in the Open division, and Skip Neuman in the Select Amateur. American Paint Horse Association winners included Mark Zueger in the Amateur and Paul Chapman in the Open division.

Visit the CMSA website at cowboymountedshooting. com for complete results and total times for each competitor.

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[ABOVE] Paige Forsyth giving a mounted shooting demonstration. [BELOW] Allison Forsyth teaching a young girl how to rope.

Connecticut Renegades Help Celebrate Wild West Days

BY ALLISON FORSYTH, PHOTOS BY JEANNE LEWIS IMAGES

FOR MORE THAN FIVE YEARS, the Connecticut Renegades Cowboy Mounted Shooting Club has been helping one of their sponsors, local ski resort Ski Sundown of New Hartford, CT, celebrate their “Wild West Days” event. Annually, several Renegades dress up in their old west mounted shooting attire and volunteer for a day at the slopes. Two of their four-legged members, Cherokee, owned by Joan Davis, and Missouri, owned by Paige Forsyth, joined the festivities for the afternoon.

The Connecticut Renegades invited the skiers to meet the horses and take some one-of-a-kind photos with them.

Kids, and some adults, learned how to rope a steer while they came to visit the Renegades. Club members entertained the guests by holding fast-draw contests, demonstrating a mounted shooting course, and twice holding a gunfight down the well-named “Gun Barrel” Mountain. What a sight it was to see the shooters (a.k.a. “bad guys”) mounted on skis—instead of horses— coming down the mountain, guns a-blazin’ while the “good guys” stood at the bottom waiting for them!

For more information about cowboy mounted shooting, visit the Connecticut Renegades website at CTRenegades.com.

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[LEFT] Doug and Tess Searcy and Jammer at a very soggy Oak Openings in 2013. Karen McCabe [RIGHT] with Boy (WCA The Ultimate), at Taft Reservoir, and [BELOW] with Victory Dance+.

Ohio Arabian & All-Breed Trail Riding Society Presents Noteworthy News SUBMITTED BY MICKIE NEWNAM

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IN CASE ANYONE HASN’T HEARD, and hasn’t been to a state park yet this spring, things may look quite a bit different in the campgrounds. The Ohio Department of Natural Resources (ODNR) has removed all the Ash trees.

It makes sense; there’s no way to check each tree weekly or monthly in every state park for signs of disease from the Emerald Ash Borer. So, for liability reasons, they had to be removed. It’s understandable, but still a bit sad.

Hopefully more trees will end up being planted to replace them over time.

By the time you read this, Equine Affaire will be over for another year. It’s always interesting to meet people. We’re unfortunately a well-kept secret sometimes, though not intentionally, and it’s great to find someone who is happy to hear that we exist. And on that note, if any members have ideas that might help us market ourselves, we’re happy

to listen. Various board members have done clinics, talked to 4-H groups, etc., and would be glad to do so when time allows.

I don’t have any other news yet, since as I write, this ride season hasn’t quite started, so I’ll close with some information on one of our recreational riders. Karen McCabe is our highest hourly award winner (she rides as much as Becky McCarty, but has fewer horses). She has two horses: WCA the Ultimate (Boy) and Victory Dance+ (Tory). Boy has been extensively trail ridden. Tory is a trail horse but has also done very well in shows, including in Region 14: Top Five Sport Horse Half-Arabian Show Hack; Top Five Half-Arabian In-Hand Open;

and Champion Half-Arabian Sport Horse In-Hand Amateur to Handle (out of 12). At East Coast Championships their accolades include: Top Five HalfArabian Sport Horse Show Hack and Top Five Sport Horse In Hand Open (out of 17). And that was just in 2013!

Congrats to them both—they had quite a year.

That’s it for now. I hope to see you on the trail!

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Vermont Equine q Ridingg and Driving Association Looks Forward to First Big Weekend of the Season SUBMITTED BY DOUGLAS BEJARANO

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ride. We will start with a one-hour class discussion and then a hands-on session in the vetting area. If you’ve always wanted to know how the sport works or you want to do your first CTR, come to this clinic first!

2014 Schedule of Events May 9—Trail riding 101 clinic; Cornish, NH, Fairgrounds; Contact: Douglas Bejarano, 802-484-3406, Doug@ NorthernPinesRE.com May 10—Brown Bag 25-Mile CTR and 15 CDR; Cornish, NH, Fairgrounds; Contact: Wendy Bejarano, 802-484-3406, dbwb@ myfairpoint.net May 11—Bare Bones 50-Mile Endurance and

30 LD; Cornish, NH, Fairgrounds; Contact: Ruth Ferland, 603-675-6833 June 27—100/60/25 Drive and Ride Along Three-Day Event; Kedron Valley Stables, South Woodstock, VT June 28—VERDA Ride Along 35-Mile CTR Ride June 28—VERDA Ride Along 15-Mile CDR Ride June 29—VERDA Ride Along 25-Mile CDR Ride;

Contact: Wendy Bejarano, dbwb@myfairpoint.net September 20—VERDA 30/15-Mile Ride and Drive CTR; Smoke Rise Farm, West Windsor, VT; Manager needed or will be canceled November 1—Kedron Foliage Fall Out 30/15 Ride and Drive; Kedron Valley Stables, South Woodstock, VT; Contact: Jenny Kimberly, 802-674-5384, jennykimberly@comcast.net

Bay State Trail Riders Association Announces Upcoming Events SUBMITTED BY LISA GRIGAITIS

AS I AM WRITING THIS ARTICLE, I am anxiously awaiting the arrival of spring. We are lucky that daylight savings time has happened and at least we all have an hour more daylight when we go out to feed and play with our horses at night.

I know my horse Roy is looking forward to spring as he has had a long, boring winter. By the time you read this article, the cold and snow should be a distant memory and we will be in full swing with our trail workdays and ride calendar.

Please mark your calendars for our annual Spring Hunter Pace

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THE CORNISH Fairgrounds in Cornish, NH, will once again spark the Vermont Equine Riding and Driving Association’s (VERDA) season with the Brown Bag/Bare Bones weekend.

Four different distances over two days will be offered. The Brown Bag Competitive Trail Ride (CTR) will be held on Saturday, May 10, with early vetting on Friday night. You can compete in either the 15- or 25-mile Eastern Competitive Trail Ride Association (ECTRA) sanctioned ride. On Sunday, May 11, the Bare Bones 30- and 50-mile American Endurance Ride Conference (AERC) and ECTRA sanctioned endurance ride will take place, with vetting on the afternoon of May 10.

A beginning competitive trail clinic will be held at the fairgrounds Friday evening, May 9, starting at 5:00 p.m. and will concentrate on understanding the vetting process and proper pace for the

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Bay State Trail Riders continued from page 134 on May 4 in Douglas State Forest in Douglas, MA. We offer a great selection of jumps and there is always room to go around if you don’t like jumping. If you love natural jumps, we have built some very nice ones that are permanent to the forest and are always there for your jumping pleasure.

We will need many volunteers to help set up and clean up from the pace as well as volunteers to help us throughout the day of the pace. Please notify Sharron Cochran at 413-267-4826 or hiddenhollowacres@ comcast.net if you are able to assist.

May 11 will be our annual Scavenger Hunt in Upton State Forest in Upton, MA. If you are good at solving clues and finding hidden items out in the forest, this

is an event you won’t want to miss. There is limited parking, so please get your entries in early.

If you enjoy camping with your horses, we have the Memorial Day campout scheduled for May 23-26 in Myles Standish State Forest in Carver, MA. Please contact Rose Zariczny if you are interested at 401-7624805 or rosezinri@cox.net.

You can find all of our entry forms on our website at bstra.org.

We have a position open on our fundraising committee. Responsibilities will include sending out letters to businesses, performing follow-up calls, and making some visits to businesses. All of your hours will count toward the Bay State Trail Riders Association’s Volunteerism Program. Contact Lynn Paresky at lynnparesky@aol. com if you are interested.

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their horse (annual or life) with USEF prior to competing at any competitions offering the USEF Cup designation. A horse can only earn points in the division in which he competes.

All classes in each division/section (not just classes offered for Horse of the Year; exception: equitation) will count toward points for this award. Equitation classes do not count toward the award.

[LEFT] Roxanne Sardelli Greenway sold Sarde’s Swingtown to Krystyna Dillon of Hanson, MA. [RIGHT] David Half points will be Hanson’s A Man’s Man was also sold to Krystyna Dillon. given at local USEF competitions specific to these breeds.

JUDGES ANNOUNCED SOLD! stallion was purchased by Robin Phipps-Smith as her first horse, Syracuse International Rick Lane of Cabot Morgans in For more information and he will remain in training Maine reported two sales from announced the judges for the about USEF Cup competition, 2014 show. Sandy Currier and his barn. The Jeff White family of with the Mike and Liz. visit usef.org.

Dover, NH, purchased MEM After Fay Lowry will be marking the cards, June 25-28 in Syracuse, NY. Dark (MEM Sambuca X MKS Just A BRIGHT FUTURE VERMONT SPRING Cause). The five-year-old bay The largest multi-breed show Roxanne Sardelli Greenway of SHOW UPDATE mare was owned by Maine Event Sarde Morgans in Clayville, RI, on the East Coast (known for The Vermont Morgan Horse Morgans of Auburn, ME. its hospitality), Syracuse was sold Sarde’s Swingtown (Man Association would like to give About Town LPS x Sarde’s recently honored with Horse Rick also handled the sale of readers an update on the Stonecroft Ingenue (Stonecroft Victoria Anne). The yearling World Peoples’ Choice Awards Vermont Spring Classic Morgan Masquerade x Century Enjolie). for Most Improved Show and gelding was purchased by Horse Show held at Eastern Formerly owned by Mendonhall, Krystyna Dillon of Hanson, MA. reserve in Best Non-Regional States fairgrounds in West Inc., in Killington, VT, the nineShow. More information is availSpringfield, MA. They have able at ashany.org. year-old mare was purchased by INCENTIVE PLAN shortened their show by one Lakefront Enterprises.

The United States Equestrian day at the request of many Federation (USEF) is again STYLE SAVVY exhibitors. It will be held on offering exhibitors in the Chris Cassenti’s Chrislar Farm A NEW HOME Thursday, Friday, and Saturday, Morgan and Saddlebred divioffice was recently featured Mike and Liz Murphy of Legacy June 19-21, 2014. in Home Decorating Stables in Mendon, MA, also had g magazine. sions the opportunity to take They will still offer Saturday a few sales from their barn. They part in a program that will Chris’ office was professionally afternoon Academy classes as sold David Hanson’s A Man’s Man provide an annual incentive designed by interior decorator well as three Lippitt classes and award of $1,000 to the owners Donna Terry. It features the (Man About Town LPS x White a revised In Hand division. In Lace N Promises). The sevenof the top horse that competes Chrislar “star” theme in the addition, they feature five $500 at USEF Cup competitions window treatments, carpets, and year-old gelding was purchased Winning Trainer Takes All classes

by Krystyna Dillon of Hanson, door pulls on file cabinets. The in their respective divisions. on Friday night and seven MA, and will remain in training Additionally, the trainers of each Amateur championships on carpeting was designed with horse will be awarded $500 for horseshoes and stars. LaSalle with the Murphys.

Saturday night. They have also Harness made the leather straps The Murphys also sold their efforts. opened their Carriage division to Realization (Realize x Minino on the window cornice. Equine In order for individuals all breeds. Dressage will still be Main Event) for John Surprenant artwork by Janet Crawford and to be eligible for this incenheld all day Saturday. and Charleen McCarthy of others was placed in antique tive program, they must be For more information, visit Pelham, NH. The four-year-old frames and hung on the walls. a USEF member and record vtmorganhorse.com.

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[FROM LEFT] Ling Fu Wylie presents Barbara Irvine with the AMHA Woman of the Year Award; Ling Fu Wylie presents Carolyn Sebring with the 2014 AMHA Professional Award; Ling Fu Wylie made the presentation to Grace Yaglou as she was inducted into the AMHA Hall of Fame.

AMHA’s Annual Convention Recognizes Morgan Enthusiasts from the Northeast ARTICLE AND PHOTOS BY SUZY LUCINE

NUMEROUS MORGAN HORSE enthusiasts from the Northeast were honored during the American Morgan Horse Association (AMHA) Annual Convention, held February 20-22 in Raleigh, NC. Before the awards ceremony began Saturday evening, outgoing AMHA President Harry Sebring announced that the newly elected president is Jeff Gove of Taylor River Farm.

“I’m very comfortable leaving the reins of AMHA in the hands of Jeff Gove, and in the direction we are heading,” Sebring said. “Jeff is a true Morgan lover and has nothing but the best of the breed at heart, which he exhibited while serving as AMHA Finance Chairman. I am very proud of the number of strategic initiatives that were achieved while I was president of AMHA, one of them being the advent of the Young Adult Alliance, in providing to be a strong demographic of our community; and the second being the Super Convention in 2016 in Boston, MA,” he continued. “This will be a cooperative effort of four equine organizations with similar goals—AMHA, UPHA, ASHA and AHHA.” Watch for further announcements on the Super Convention as the time approaches.

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Directors at Large, Jeff Gove and Harry Sebring were recognized.

In the AMHA Club Newsletter Contest, the Maine Morgan Horse Club won the monthly newsletter division award, and Margaret Bailey-Miller, from the Maine Morgan Horse Club, won the Club Promoter Award. Also from the club, Carol Knight and Melanie Small received AMHA Master’s Certificates. From the New York Morgan Horse Society, Sue and Ron Gramse received Master’s Certificates.

Hotspur’s Red Rowl and trainer, Sheryl Rivers, won the Gold Medallion in the AMHA Open Competition Program. Josh Merritt and Karen Chandor own the 10-year-old gelding.

Dwayne Knowles of Broadmoor in Kutztown, PA, received the Cecil J. Brown Memorial Sportsmanship Award.

It is awarded annually to a person who puts his or her own needs aside and comes to help others. “It is an honor that Dwayne Knowles is being given this award tonight, because he is the very essence of a sportsman,” said Tuffy Owens. “He is one of the first to offer help whenever a competitor needs it.

Dwayne encourages and supports exhibitors regardless of their affiliation with other training barns. He is a good role model for his sportsmanship at shows, both as an exhibitor and a judge.”

Kass Booth received the AMHA Golden Reins Award. Kass began training horses officially at the age of 18. Early in her career, she was

mentored by the one and only Dr. Bob Orcutt and she credits her mother, Katherine Thompson, and Pat Tataronis Orcutt as being her riding mentors.

Booth is known for the junior horses that are turned out by her training program at Broadfields in Eliot, ME. Sue Friday also received the AMHA Golden Reins Award. The proud owner of Rolling Oaks Stable in Gansevoort, NY, Friday is no stranger to the Morgan community, as she is well known for her students, exhibitors, and overall promotion of the breed since the farm’s establishment in 1971. She has instructed and produced hundreds of top riders in every discipline from New York to New England and on to Oklahoma. Friday formed a therapeutic riding program in the 1960s and continues to support open, local, and 4-H shows with her students and Morgans.

Carolyn Sebring of Sebring Stables in Richmond, MA, was recognized with the AMHA Professional Award. Growing up, Sebring became interested in Morgans when she would stand outside the ring at Bridlevale Farm in New Jersey, watching the horses she would someday come to show and train. Since 1980, she has been a trainer, instructor, and coordinator of events, social director, and most importantly, her husband Harry’s right-hand woman at Sebring Stables. The horses Carolyn has taken to the winner’s circle include Rapidan Georgian, Whitemud Dixie Danceking, and NDT French Impressionist. She is a natural ambassador for the Morgan community, whether in the show ring or coaching young people worldwide.

Suzy Lucine of Reading, PA, received the Mabel Owen Media Award. Mabel was one of the first chroniclers of the

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[FROM LEFT] The Maine Morgan Horse Association won the AMHA Club Newsletter Contest. Connor Farley presents the award to Holly Scribner; Jeff Morse was inducted into the AMHA Hall of Fame; Melanie Small received an AMHA Master’s Certificate from Connor Farley.

AMHA’s Annual Convention continued from page 138 breed, so it is fitting that Lucine is this award’s first recipient. For decades, she has been at the forefront of promoting the breed through various equine and non-equine publications alike, be it in on the international, national, or local level. Lucine’s love and promotion for the Morgan go back to her childhood.

“We are pleased tonight to honor Suzy for her contributions, for allowing the public to learn and enjoy the breed, and for recording for posterity activities involving the Morgan on a daily basis,” Owens said.

For nearly five decades, the AMHA Woman of the Year, Barbara Irvine of Chatham, NY, has been on a journey through the wonderful world of Morgan horses that has been defined by her promotion and sportsmanship, both in her individual endeavors and in the wisdom she imparts to her students.

Irvine not only teaches riding, she also teaches both horsemanship and showmanship. To her, they are all part of the total picture and at the center of that picture there is always a Morgan horse.

One of the greatest western pleasure horses to ever grace the Morgan show ring, Pondview Portrait, was shown by her owner, Melanie Small, and her trainer, Judy Nason, to blue ribbons from Maine to Oklahoma. Inducted into the AMHA Show Horse Hall of Fame, Portrait has six world, two reserve world, and eight Grand National championships to her record. In 1992, she won the Triple Crown in the Western division, earning world championships in Amateur, Ladies, and Open divisions.

In her later years, she was a walk-trot

mount for Small’s granddaughter, Sierra.

And as a broodmare, Portrait produced excellent offspring by different stallions, including Pondview Unforgettable, Pondview Park Avenue, and Pondview Pure Elegance.

Born in 1985 and raised at the Arruda family’s farm in West Barnstable, MA, Quail Run Warlord was inducted into the AMHA Show Horse Hall of Fame.

The award was accepted by his last owners, Bobby Royals and his daughters Taylor and Lindsay. This stylish bay gelding died in 2007 but left a rich history behind. He accumulated six world championship titles, five reserve world championship titles, and nine national championship titles.

Another impressive factor is that these titles were achieved in more than five different divisions, and titles were won by each of his owners—from the Arrudas to Cheryl Sardelli Ricci, and the Royals. Most of these were won under the direction of Jim and Ann Anderson of Hobby Knoll Stables in Duxbury, MA. Jeff Morse of Green Meads Farm in Richmond, MA, was inducted into the AMHA Hall of Fame. Morse brings a wealth of history, knowledge, and experience to his training program.

He strives for excellence in everything that he does and has given back to the breed and the sport of carriage driving.

He has held various offices in the New England and Massachusetts Morgan horse associations. A noted clinician, Morse has lent his expertise across the country. He writes about Morgans and driving for national publications and serves on AMHA committees. Lastly, he has raised the profile of the Morgan and carriage driving through the power of the Internet, contributing to several online

forums, where he shares his expertise with a global audience. Morse’s skill as a horseman, his promotion of the breed, spirit of volunteerism, and ongoing quest to help people and their equine partners reach their full potential, all make him a most deserving recipient of this award.

Grace Yaglou of Barre, MA, was also inducted into the AMHA Hall of Fame. A longstanding contributor to the “magic” that is the New England Morgan Horse Show, Yaglou has sounded the call for more than 20 years in Northampton’s center ring as well as being a fixture at the Morgan Grand National. She is famous around the world for her horn blowing talent. Yaglou has given hornblowing exhibitions and judged contests at the Royal Winter Fair in Toronto.

She played music that she composed for the Queen of England and even presented the Queen with a Yaglou horn! She also has been a longtime Morgan horse breeder, breeding horses under her Wachuset prefix. A lifelong interest in American history led Yaglou to become a founding member of The Lippitt Club.

George Schott’s breeding program, which began in 1997, catapulted his MEM Morgans into the spotlight throughout the country.

His understanding of the breed, coupled with his innate business savvy, made his Morgan breeding endeavors sought after, as his horses are as successful in the show ring as they are in the breeding shed. Schott’s Maine Event Morgans was inducted into the AMHA Breeders Hall of Fame.

Following the awards presentation, the very popular band, Harry & The Lashwhips performed. Lead singer Harry Sebring was joined by fellow trainers Jim Lowry and Ken Swanson and a few other musicians.

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Arabian news K Katie Wojcieszek’s SDF Entourage++++//, and E LLorraine Prowse’s Sur TTeddy’s Magna++//.

score of 37.0 with double-clears in stadium and cross-country.

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KUDOS K H Half-Arabian SDF Entourage (OKW Entrigue x Chrysalis), bred by Katie Wojcieszek and b rrecently sold to Anna HuntBinkley, was a star at HITS B TThermal, winning the championship in Pre-Green Hunters o out of 49 entries! o

UP THE LEVELS U THE LOVELY HALF HALF-ARABIAN ARABIAN MARE MARE, ARIELLA ASI (Maestro John Ballantrae x SH Asali), owned and driven

by Marjas Becker at Kingdom Of The Sun Combined Driving Event (CDE). This is their first year of competition. They are at Intermediate Level and were sixth in dressage and second in cones!

C Congratulations to Joa Sigsbee and her Half-Arabian S IB Kestrel (Karneval x Bella Gold) who completed their first Intermediate Level event at Pine Top, finishing fifth overall.

JUMP TO IT! NEW PARTNERSHIP Jubilee Stables sends their congratulations to Deborah Klena on the purchase of JA Baylee!

SOLD!

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Congratulations to Elim Grace Farm on the purchase of the exotic ARTISAN MP (*Rough Justice X Diamonds Are) from Journeys End Arabians with the assistance of HRN Select Sales!

WINNER WINNER! Congratulations to the 2013 High Point Horse Award Top 10 winners! These horses earned the highest number of points of all of the Achievement Award participants between January 1 and December 31.

The champion was Al-Marah Swift++++//, Congratulations to AlMarah Swift who was named the 2013 High Point Arabian Horse of the Year. »

owned by Al-Marah Arabians, LLC, of Tucson, AZ. The reserve champion was Lone Star++++//, owned and bred by Tracey Ratliff Lord of Augusta, GA. Tracey Ratliff Lord’s No Diplomacy++++// was third. Another Al-Marah horse, AM Chose Othello++++//, came in fourth. Fifth was Have Another++++//, owned

by Laura Gordon. Rounding out the top 10 were Debbie Canaday’s Sshaq++++//, Ashley Wren’s Galileo+//, Kimberly Graves’ Luxemere Patrician+//,

Anglo-Arabian, Show of Faith (Showkayce x Victoria), owned and ridden by 16-year-old Jillian Li, earned a championship at HITS Thermal in the Modified Child/Adult Jumpers!

TRULY NOBLE Russ, Shari, and Natalie Lindmark recently purchased Noble Fantom from Chrishan Park. We can’t wait to see this exciting new team!

TAKES THE CAKE Huge congratulations to Meredith Matte and her 14.2hand homebred Arabian mare, MCM Ahliana (SF Aikonfess x TA Alexafire). They won their Training Level Test 3 Adult Amateur class by a margin of 3% at the Global Dressage Festival!

WAY TO GO! Arabian gelding Stattok (AAF Solitaire x ZF Desiree) and 13-year-old Kanyon Walker placed fourth in Junior Novice at the Rocking Horse Winter Horse Trials.

They finished on their dressage

Congratulations to Michael Grimm and Matt Summer on the purchase of JSN Glenturret. We are looking forward to seeing Mike and Glen hit the ring this summer!

GREAT NEWS FOR NATIONAL SHOW HORSES At the recent American Saddlebred Horse Association (ASHA) Annual Convention, the ASHA Pleasure Disciplines Committee approved revised specifications for the ASHA National Pleasure Equitation Championship class. Beginning in 2014, riders may also compete on horses registered with the Half American Saddlebred Registry of America in the Pleasure Equitation division.

The Pleasure Equitation Finals class will be held at the St. Louis National Charity Horse Show in 2014. The American Saddlebred part of the show will run from September 24-28, 2014.

EXTREMELY EXCITED Chishan Park sends their congratulations to the Larson family, Kara Larson in particular, on the purchase of Extreme Hearthrobb.

MAKING HIS MARK Midwest congratulates Al Saqran Stud and Al Sayed Stud on their acquisition of the magnificent son of the exotic *Van Gogh AM, Al Aseef. The impressive colt debuted at the Arabian World Cup in Las Vegas with David Boggs on the line.

SHE SAID YES We send our congratulations to Sydney Tuggle and Kyle Underwood on their recent engagement!

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Orient Des Touches and Reagan LaFleur.

ARABS AT RED HILLS The final results from Red Hills International Horse Trials are in!

Some horses with Arabian blood were in the rankings. Anglo-sired Orient Des Touches (by Quatar De Plape) and Junior/Young Rider Reagan LaFleur finished in fourth place in the CIC1* after two double clears in stadium and cross-country.

Anglo-Arabian Vermiculus (Serazim x Wake Me Gently) and Lauren Kieffer finished 17th after a double clear on cross-country in their first one-star! This division had 57 entries. In the CIC3*, Katy Groesbeck and her Anglo, Oz The Tin Man (Sidi Of Magic x Regalbatim), were in fourth before cross country, but had a refusal on the tough course that eliminated 18 riders plus some time penalties to finish 15th out of 48 entries.

COMEBACK KID Half-Arabian Paladin SF (Aul Magic x Padua GO) and owner

Laine Sklar made their first post-injury show ring appearance after a seventh-month rehab, at the Tucson Dressage Club’s March Madness Dressage Show. They earned a 70% in Dressage Equitation.

STORK ALERT Crossen Arabians and Warmbloods of Coventry, CT, were blessed with the newest member of their equine family.

The colt was born on Thursday, March 13, and was sired by the Hanoverian, Royal Prince, and out of the purebred Polish Arabian, Rucellaa. More pictures and events can be viewed on the farm’s Facebook page.

LUCK OF THE IRISH At the Full Gallop Farm Horse Trials, Half-Arabian PL Luckys Empress (It’s The Luck Of The Irish x PL Indian Queen) and owner Louisa Woodville finished 12th in Beginner Novice. This was only their second event. Their first was at Sporting Days Farm Horse Trials on March 1, 2014, where they finished 12th.

Making a wish come true for a child is a once in a lifetime opportunity. For many youth members of the Arabian Horse Association (AHA), riding, owning, or showing an Arabian horse is a dream come true.

For other kids across America, dreams come in many different forms—from meeting a superstar or receiving a new bike, to spending time with animals and so much more. On March 14, the youth board at AHA chose to give back to a cause that brings these different wishes to life for children everywhere.

Gathering in Aurora, CO, for their March Arabian Horse Youth Association (AHYA) Board Meeting, 13 members of the board took a trip into Denver to deliver a gift worth more than words. With delicious doughnuts in tow, this group of teenagers hand delivered a $5,000 check to Make-A-Wish Colorado.

Founded in 1983, and one of the nation’s first MakeA-Wish chapters, the Colorado chapter has granted more than 4,000 wishes to children in all corners of the state. Make-A-Wish Colorado’s Director of Events and Promotions, Patti Forsythe, helped to coordinate the gift and check delivery with AHA’s Youth and Family Programs Director, Shawna Strickland.

“A year ago, the AHYA Board met to discuss their programs and activities for the year,” said Strickland.

“They expressed a desire to pass on to others the privilege they have experienced with their Arabian horses.

The Make-A-Wish Foundation came to mind immediately, and it’s been inspiring to watch them work over the last year to make this donation possible. I’m immensely proud of them and humbled by their dedication and generosity.”

The AHA Youth Board rounded out their day with a trip to the Denver Broncos’ Sports Authority Field at Mile High Stadium, a visit with Broncos’ Arabian horse mascot, Thunder, and lunch at The Cheesecake Factory downtown. They finished off their weekend at the AHA offices with a board meeting that revolved around decision making for the future and growing the Arabian horse breed.

FUTURE CHAMPION Sandro Pinha and Arabians International congratulate Al Shahania Stud on the recent purchase of DyVina (ZT Marwteyn x Diya Forx). This impressive filly was bred by Psynergy Enterprise Developments, LLC. « Crossen Arabians and Warmbloods of Coventry, CT, welcomed a colt on March 13, 2 014.

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Arabian contact listings Quarry Hill Farm (tbs), 345 Sharon Road, Lakeville, CT 06039, 860-435-2571, quarryhillfarm.com. b=breeding, t=training, s=sales, l=lessons Call 800-742-9171 if you would like to be featured in our Arabian Contact Listings

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Conway Arabians sends their congratulations to Joe, Katherine, and Sandra Carlson on their purchase of the stunning four-year-old mare, Brittany CA (Noble Way x Magatos Way).

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Jack Frost Winter Show Series A Huge Success CRESCENDO TRAINING CENTRE of Ephrata, PA, hosted the Jack Frost Jubilee Fun Show Series to provide entertainment and competition over the winter months. Shows were held November 17, December 22, February 1, February 23, and March 16, with something for everyone. There was a great turnout of horses, riders, and drivers, despite the cold, snow, and rain.

The turnout for the series was fantastic with over 150 horses and riders competing throughout the five-show series. The series featured over 175 dressage rides and more than 170 hunter rounds, over 200 gymkhana entries, along with numerous entries in showmanship, horsemanship, equitation, and driving classes.

Fabulous series-end high point prizes that were embroidered by Chesapeake

The series high point award winners. »

Enterprises were awarded at the March show in nine different divisions. The Overall High Point Grand Champion was Chloe Costello with Charisma, while the reserve champion was Cameron Wagner with Charisma.

Abbey Hand and The General Lee came in third in the overall standings.

Rachel Calkins was the main seller of 50/50 raffle tickets. These raffles raised more than $150 to benefit Mount Hope Horse Rescue.

Judges for the series were: Amanda Krall, Katie Weagley, Christine Betz, Chrystal Coffelt-Wood, Alexis Clelan-Liskey, Kriss Phelps, and Stephanie Gernert.

Volunteers were Nancy Longenbach as dressage scribe and ringmaster;

Marilee and Janeen Schwartz as dressage scorers; Megan Young and Leslie Hitchcock were the announcers; and Ariel Phelps, Amanda Sandoval, Judy Rutt, and Tracy Stroschein were able gate people. Dressage gate coordinators were Aimee Stern, Ariel Phelps, Amber Sandoval, and Karly Arment. Kriss Phelps served as show secretary/manager, and designed the hunter and driving courses.

Office help was handled by Judy Rutt and Angela Savvopoulos, while Rich Colyer manned the food booth and Judy Rutt produced the show programs.

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Rhode Island Arabian Horse Association Celebrates 20th Anniversary at Year-End Banquet SPRING IS HERE! WE COULDN’T BE more excited to kick off show season and be able to spend more time in the barn (without the excess layers).

Our spring schooling show held on April 13, 2014, at Dwyer Equine at Red Rock Farm in Foster, RI, was a great success! Be sure to check back in the June issue for details about the horse show.

Banquet Highlights

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The 2013 Rhode Island Arabian Horse Association (RIAHA) Year-End Awards Banquet was held on Sunday, March 9, 2014 at The Village Haven in Forestdale, RI. Thank you to everyone who attended to celebrate the accomplishments of our dedicated riders and horses! For those unable to attend, here are a few banquet highlights: JF Rhodana’s Pharo was awarded High Point Arabian, Kal-Arabia Sunspark was named the High Point

Half-Arabian, Olivia Perry was the High Point Rider, Kal-Arabia Sunspark and Alani Iannoli were honored as the High Point Best All Around Team, and All Zip And Go and Misty Baker received top honors in the Open Breed division.

Pauline Comire also gave a brief history of the club, which celebrated its 20th anniversary in 2013. Did you know that RIAHA was originally known as Arabian Horse Club of Rhode Island (AHCRI)? Or that we have only had four presidents? Additionally, two of our original youth members, Becca GT and Rebecca Eddy, are still members of the club today! Thank you, Pauline, for taking the time to research the club history!

Lastly, thank you to everyone who worked so hard to make the banquet a wonderful celebration, especially our banquet coordinator, Lu Guilbault.

Well done!

Sabrina Charron receives her awards from RIAHA President, Kevin Dwyer.

Memorial Scholarship Announced A very special announcement was made at the banquet. As many are aware, long-time member and board of directors member Ralph C. Vossler passed away in August 2013. Vossler was the owner of Black Forest Farms and generously allowed

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2014Horse Show 60th Annual Entries close June 1, 2014!

June 26-28, 2014 Thursday, Friday, Saturday

NEW this year!

Trophy room with a wide variety of prizes.

Eastern States Exposition Center West Springfield, MA Arabian Divisions Qualifies for the 2014 and 2015 Region 16 Championships USEF “A” Rated, USDF Approved For a Prize List go to www.AHANE.org For more info contact Bob McEntee 716-984-3636

NECK RIBBONS for Our Championship Classes!

Freestyle Liberty Jackpot Class – Winner Takes All!

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Arabian Horse Assoc. of New England Makes Room for Improvements this Upcoming Season FIRST, WE WOULD LIKE TO INTRODUCE the new Arabian Horse Association of New England (AHANE) Board of Directors: Lynne Deadder, president; Caitlin Lewis, vice president; Jenn Roberts, secretary; Jenny Stine, treasurer and membership; Ryan Deadder, board member; and Caroline Ventura, board member. We’re very excited to be representing the club and are interested in your ideas and comments. Please feel free to contact us and share your thoughts.

In February, we conducted an online survey of current and past members and past show participants. Seventy-eight people responded to the survey, a great result! We read the survey carefully, heard many great suggestions, and also some criticisms. We’ve taken these to heart and appreciate all of the feedback we’ve received.

Here are some immediate actions we are taking based on the survey responses: ■ Money and neck ribbons are the overwhelming front-runners in terms of suggestions for show prizes. We are

continuing to offer prize money and, additionally, we will have neck ribbons for champion and reserve. For nonmoney classes, there will be a trophy room at the show where first place winners can select their own prize.

■ You like the banquet and awards program, but you also gave us some great ideas to improve these. Please visit the updated “Awards Program” page on the website for more information, including a new “Frequently Asked Questions” section.

■ We’re looking into a possible sport horse in-hand clinic, to be held on Wednesday before the start of the show, and we hope to keep entries to these classes open longer—stay in touch for more updates on this. We’re also looking at possibly offering a one-day show in September 2015.

The 2014 show prize list and entry forms are now online at AHANE.org.

Additionally, we have a new show manager and sport horse manger this year. A big welcome to Bob McEntee and Lindsey Hagar! And, if you haven’t heard yet, Eastern States Exposition has

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[RIGHT] Kevin Dwyer presents Misty Baker with the High Point Open Breed Award.

[FAR RIGHT] Olivia Perry was the recipient of a beautiful wooden saddle stand handcrafted by the late Ralph Vossler. His granddaughter, Tara Vossler, presented the High Point Rider Award. »

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RIAHA to use his facility for horse shows and monthly meetings for many years.

Recently, RIAHA was notified that Mr. Vossler left the club $5,000 to establish the Ralph C. Vossler Memorial Scholarship Fund. This generosity will enable RIAHA to award one $500 scholarship to a deserving member each year.

We hope that the first presentation will be made at the 2014 Year-End Awards Banquet. More details will be forthcoming in the near future.

Year-End Awards Updates The 2014 year-end awards committee, headed by Julie Baker, began working on revisions and updates to the forms earlier this year, which are now available. There are some important changes, so please be sure to read the rules and regulations completely. Here are a few of the changes and updates:

■ $20 fee per horse/rider team ■ New point system—see chart provided on the website ■ Must compete in two shows/ events per division to be eligible for a year-end award ■ Forms must be filled out completely and submitted within 30 days of close of show or event This program is open to Arabians, Half-Arabians/Anglo-Arabians and

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opened a new sport horse/dressage ring behind the Coliseum, which we will be using for these classes. Be sure to save the date and plan to attend our show on June 26-28, 2014, in West Springfield, MA. We need your help! We need volunteers for the show—if you are willing to help out, please email: jenniferroberts27@hotmail.com. Also, we are offering a free tack stall at the show to anyone who helps us raise $500 in sponsorships. For more information, and to sign up for this program, email AHANEtreasurer@gmail.com.

Thank you for helping make our 60th year the best yet.

all other breeds thanks to our “Open Breed” category. Enroll today by visiting riarabianhorseassociation.com/ FORMgallery-1.htm.

Membership Renewal Have you renewed your membership yet? You can do so by visiting at ArabianHorses.org, or you can download your form at riarabianhorseassociation.com.

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Empire State Quarter Horse & Empire State Quarter Horse Youth Association MARK YOUR CALENDAR EARLY FOR THE 2014 SHOW SEASON!

“Spring into Summer” June 6-7-8, 2014

New York State Fairgrounds, Syracuse, NY ESQHA/ESQHYA Sponsored.

4 Sets of Points in Three Days!

Four Great All-Around Judges; Dawn Clason, Amy Watkins, Lori Gordon, Marty Jo Hayes

“The Heat is On” July 3-4-5-6, 2014

Erie County Fair Grounds Showplex, Hamburg, NY ESQHYA Sponsored Two Full Split Combined Shows with SIX Judges!

6 Sets of Points & the Novice Exhibitor Rides for 7 Sets of Points!

Novice Show July 2nd sponsored by ESQHA Watch your next Equine Journal or go to WWW.ESQHA.ORG for a Complete List of Classes & Judges.

THESE ARE TWO SHOWS YOU WILL NOT WANT TO MISS! Check out the details on our website: www.esqha.org or contact our show secretary Charlotte Jaynes @ 607-546-7373 or email wmffarm@gmail.com.

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Quarter Horse news Offficers: president: Katie Do olen; vice president: Megan Krrisowaty; secretary: Claire Sw weeney; and treasurer: Jessica Harris. The board of directo ors are as follows: Hannah Wetsell, Riley Dunn, Emma W Keating, and Deryn DiMarco.

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KRISTINA BURNELL AND INVY MY MOVES HAD a successful 2013 season and are gearing up for an even better 2014.

PASSING ON American Quarter Horse Association (AQHA) Past President and 60-year cumulative American Quarter Horse breeder, Clarence Scharbauer Jr., died February 21, 2014, from complications from emergency surgery at the age of 88.

Clarence was a member of the American Quarter Horse

Hall of Fame (1992) and the Texas Horse Racing Hall of Fame (2001). He received the National Golden Spur Award for national rancher of the year in 1991, and was honored with the Texas Thoroughbred Association’s Lifetime Achievement Award (2007). He was the owner of Valor Farm, a 393-acre showplace equine facility near Pilot Point, TX.

WELCOME TO THE WORLD

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Congratulations to Chris and Kristin Martin of Canal Winchester, OH, on the birth of their daughter, Aubrey Sue Martin, who was born February 28, 2014.

The adorable little girl was seven pounds, 20 ounces. Aubrey joins her older brothers, Blake and Brady, who are now two years old.

KIDS IN CHARGE

Clarence Scharbauer Jr. recently passed away.

Congratulations to the 2014 New Youth State Quarter Horse Association Youth

B Betty Flarida of Springfield, OH, received the 2013 O Merle Wood Humanitarian M Award from the American A Quarter Horse Foundation.

Q A youth adviser for the Ohio Quarter Horse Association from Qua 1998 to 2008, Flarida helped the Ohio youth team qualify for the All American Quarter Horse Congress and Built Ford Tough American Quarter Horse Youth Association (AQHYA) World Championship Show. She was a member of the AQHA Youth Activities Committee for 14 years. In 2008, Flarida was named the AQHA Youth Adviser of the Year. Flarida was also a horse show mom for her sons, Mark, who is now a farrier, and Shawn and Matt, who are now professional horse trainers.

NEW LEADLINE EXHIBITOR! We would like welcome Kylie Grace to the world! The seven pound, nine ounce baby girl was born on February 23, 2014. The 21-inch little girl is the daughter of amateur competitor, Kathryn DeVries of Calfornia. “She is healthy and we already love her so much,” Kathryn says.

GREENER PASTURES

BUCKLE UP! Starting at the 2014 AQHYA World Championship Show, all youth exhibitors competing in hunt seat classes in AQHAapproved shows will be required to wear helmets that are ASTM/ SEI approved. With the rule going into effect in August, some youth exhibitors are already wearing safer headgear in flat classes. For the time being, amateur and open riders will continue to have a choice about their preference of helmets or hunt caps.

CONDOLENCES Mary Anne Parrish passed away on February 19, 2014 from natural causes at the age

of 80. Her mother and father settled just outside of Lubbock, TX, beginning her life-long love affair with horses. After graduating from Texas Tech University, Mary Anne’s hobby became her profession. Her very first grand champions in the Quarter Horse industry were the yearling fillies Lady Aledo Bar and Skipity Miss. Skipity Miss won her halter class in 1962 at the Fort Worth Fat Stock Show against a record 76 entries.

DeGraff Stables regretfully reports the passing of AQHA World Champion Indian Artifacts on February 19, 2014. Owner Robin DeGraff commented, “When I think of our journey together, I can hardly believe all that Indian Artifacts has accomplished since I found him as a yearling.

In the blink of an eye, 19 years have passed since I purchased him from Scott Myers. At this time of reflection I am amazed to realize that Indian Artifacts is the only AQHA breeding stallion that is an AQHA World Champion, an AQHA Superior Earner, a Congress two-time reserve champion, and an AWR (American Warmblood Registry) Inspection Champion; has sired AQHA, APHA (American Paint Horse Assoication), PtHA (Pinto Horse Association), Appaloosa and/or NSBA (National Snaffle Bit Association) World or

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SHE SAID YES! Congratulations to Heather McCormick and Michael Judd of Winchester, NH, on their recent engagement!

CAN I HAVE YOUR ATTENCION Milan Quarter Horses announces that Attencion, the 2013 AQHA World Champion Aged Halter Stallion, recently welcomed his first foal. The colt was bred by Clark Rassi of Bushy Park Farm in Aubrey, TX. “This striking black colt hit the ground with great muscle definition, bone, and a baby doll head—just like his sire,” said Attencion’s owner, Scott Trahan. “He is out of the great producing mare, RPL My Te Touching.”

HOME SWEET HOME Congratulations to the engaged couple, Amanda Les and Adam Skowrya of Palmer, MA, on the purchase of their first home together!

FILLY IN FRANCE Pine View Farm congratulates Silvia Dumont of France on the birth of her gorgeous foal by Winnies Willy. “I love her size, long legs, movement, pretty face, shoulder, and the beautiful expression she has with her eyes,” said proud owner, Silvia, who nicknamed her new foal “Sunny.” The foal is out of a daughter of Zippos Mr Good Bar, Good Miss Gracious. The filly is the first foal by Winnies Willy to be born in Europe.

THE END OF AN ERA After more than 55 years of raising champion and awardwinning American Quarter Horses, Frank Perkins made the difficult decision to hold a dispersal sale because of his advancing Parkinson’s disease.

Frank hasn’t been influenced by the whims of the judges or the hottest trends of the day, but that’s not to say his horses haven’t seen success in the show pen. The Perkins’ breeding program boasts National Cutting Horse Association Champions and AQHA Champions.

Frank always believed in selling his horses off the ranch and never consigned to outside sales, so his dispersal will be no different. With his own health issues and his wife now confined to a wheelchair, the AQHA 50-year cumulative breeder will be offering more than 300 head of registered Quarter Horses May 24-25 at his ranch located in Flint, TX.

WITH SYMPATHY Amanda Les and Adam Skowrya recently purchased their first home together.

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Save the Dates!

REGIONAL CHAMPIONSHIPS DATES RELEASED AQHA Corporate Partner Merial is now the title sponsor of the 2014 Merial American Quarter Horse Association Regional Championships. The Merial AQHA Regional Championships are a way for exhibitors to test their skills in a fun and rewarding environment.

New this year, hardship applications will not be required to compete at a Merial AQHA Regional Championship. Exhibitors may choose to compete at any show. However, a competitor can only compete at one Merial AQHA Regional Championship in 2014.

Farnam will be this year’s sponsor of the Novice Youth 13 & Under, Novice Youth 14-18, Novice Amateur, and either Amateur Select or Rookie all-around awards. These all-around winners will be awarded a Montana Silversmiths belt buckle.

MERIAL AQHA REGIONAL CHAMPIONSHIP TENTATIVE DATES AND LOCATIONS Region Two Show contact: September 18-21, 2014 Don and Carol Moore Rapid City, SD 719-384-4980 Show contact: Mary Roes carol@mane-events.com 308-760-0141 region2show@gmail.com Region Nine June 6-8, 2014 Region Six Jackson, MS July 15-20, 2014 Show contact: Rob Seal Springfield, MA 601-917-8041 Show contact: Marge Tanner agricntr@lauderdalecounty.org 603-746-3813 margetanner@aol.com All dates and locations are tentative. For more information Region Eight on the Merial AQHA Regional June 19-22, 2014 Championships, visit aqha.

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and soul into every endeavor.

Born in Cheyenne, WY, he had a lifelong love of horses. He served as president of the Central States Horse Show Association, president of the Ohio Quarter Horse Association, national director of the American Quarter Horse Association, and show manager and chairman of the All American Quarter Horse Congress.

BY THE LETTER While the Quarter Horse reigns supreme in the western sports of reining, cutting, and rodeo, it shouldn’t come as a surprise that they tally up accolades in the dressage ring, too.

Jessica Spracklin of Hamilton, OH, is an AQHYA member who knows a thing or two

about dressage and Quarter Horses. The 18-year-old was recently awarded $800 by the Dressage Foundation’s Renee Isler Dressage Support Fund.

Jessica’s scholarship allowed her to attend Lendon Gray’s 2014 Winter Intensive Training program with her Appendix American Quarter Horse, Sir Mystic Smoke, in Wellington, FL. This three-month program is known for creating well-rounded elite equestrian athletes.

SOLD! Cedar Stone Acres sends a special congratulations to Libby Witcher on her purchase of A Bold Artifact. Watch for this team in the all-around Novice Amateur events.

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It’s a Wrap!

The 2014 AQHA Convention Concludes THE AMERICAN QUARTER HORSE Association (AQHA) is an organization that works for its members. Each spring, AQHA holds an annual convention to review member-submitted rule changes, appoint new AQHA directors, induct new members to the American Quarter Horse Hall of Fame and present year-end awards. The 2014 AQHA Convention was March 7-10 at the Hyatt Regency in New Orleans, LA.

of Encinitas, CA; and member Ralph Seekins of Fairbanks, AK.

2013 AQHA Year-End Winners Hall of Fame Inductees The 2014 American Quarter Horse Hall of Fame induction ceremony was Sunday, March 9. This year, AQHA inducted nine legends into the Hall of Fame: Leroy Webb, Ken Mumy, A.B. Green, Donald “Curly” Smith, Mr Bar None, Miss T Stuart, Dashingly, Leo San, and Mr Conclusion. They join the 243 inductees of the past 32 years.

AQHA Executive Committee The new AQHA Executive Committee was elected Monday, March 10. This five-person committee is responsible for implementing important decisions made by AQHA members through the board of directors.

AQHA’s new executive committee consists of president Johnny Trotter of Hereford, TX; first vice president George Phillips of Sumrall, MS; second vice president Dr. Glenn Blodgett of Guthrie, TX; member Sandy Arledge

of the Year. The 2013 Professional’s Choice Professional Horsewoman of the Year was Kelley Roberts of Murrieta, CA. Rob Meneely of Conyers, GA, received the 2013 Professional’s Choice Most Valuable Professional.

Professionals of the Year The 2013 Don Burt Professional’s Choice Professional Horseman of the Year, the Professional’s Choice Professional Horsewoman of the Year, and Professional’s Choice Most Valuable Professional awards were presented at the awards banquet on Saturday, March 8. The awards were presented by AQHA Corporate Partner Professional’s Choice. Clark Parker of Paradise, UT, was named the 2013 Don Burt Professional’s Choice Professional Horseman

More than 110 high point titles were awarded at the banquet Saturday evening. The highest honors for the year were: Farnam All-Around Amateur – Southwestern Gunman and Whitney Walquist-Vicars of Cleburne, TX; Markel Insurance All-Around Youth – Zips Bossy Chip and Ellexxah Ireland Maxwell of West Mansfield, OH; Farnam World Champion Racing American Quarter Horse – Last To Fire, owned by Jesus Cuevas and Jesus Avila of Fresno, CA; Farnam All-Around Junior Horse – A Sudden Illusion, owned by JoAnne Garnett of Lincoln, NB; Farnam All-Around Senior Horse – Romancing The Chics, owned by Joyce F. Tisdall of Castle Rock, CO. Stay tuned to aqha.com for further information on rule changes and be sure to visit aqha.com/convention for future convention dates.

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Eastern Regional Andalusian Horse Club Member Spotlight: Renaissance Farm SUBMITTED BY MARIA BLACKSTONE

RENAISSANCE FARM, LOCATED IN Bulls Gap, TN, has earned its name in many ways. After visiting the Tennessee Valley in 2003, we became enamored with this rural area, its breathtaking views untouched in many ways by time.

My husband and I made the bold decision to move our farm and family from New England, where we had lived for more than 40 years. The daunting task of relocating with three children, horses, cats, dog etc. was the easy part. We purchased a 140-acre farm, which was in desperate need of a renaissance of its own. The colossal renovation project began on the 1904 farmhouse, barn, and outbuildings. Acres of fencing, run-in sheds, and an arena were constructed, and a large pond was dug to house the farm’s geothermal energy source.

Having been a longtime admirer from

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afar of Iberian horses, we purchased Rosaria, a lovely buckskin Lusitano mare and her 10-week-old filly. Ten years later, I still have to pinch myself when I look out my window and see these horses grazing in our pastures.

They are like living works of art; even the way they seemingly float across the pasture demands attention. Their athletic ability, bravery, and incredible intelligence make it humbling to be in their presence.

The Tennessee Valley provides a wonderful place for raising horses.

The fertile soil and varied terrain help produce strong, healthy, and hardy foals. Protected by the surrounding mountains, the climate is mild, and extreme weather, excessive heat, or cold temperatures are rare.

Currently, Renaissance Farm is breeding Lusitano horses and Iberian sport horses. Our breeding program promotes movement, color, conformation, and temperament.

RF Espendoso, affectionately known as Oso around the farm, proudly stands at stud and is in training for dressage and working equitation. Our 21-year-old daughter, Arielle, has spent several months as a working student for master horseman and French classical dressage trainer, JP Giacomini, at his farm in Kentucky. ÂŤ RF Heliodoro.

[ABOVE] RF Espendoso. [BELOW] Arielle Blackstone riding RF Espendoso.

JP visits our farm on a regular basis, teaching clinics and coaching Arielle and Oso. The pair is showing tremendous talent and aptitude for any challenge presented to them. The movement of a dressage horse and the bravery of a bullfighting horse is how JP describes Oso, who is the offspring of his Grand Prix stallion, Lusiadas.

In addition to breeding Iberian horses, the farm is home to an equestrian vaulting team, the Transition Vaulters, who compete at U.S. Equestrian Federation and FEI events, as well as perform at expos to promote this growing equestrian sport.

Visitors are always welcome and our cozy guest retreat is available for overnight stays or longer. Guests traveling with horses needing a safe haven after a busy day of traveling or those vacationing with their horses can come to enjoy the peaceful surroundings of the farm, several miles of groomed trails, three stocked fishing ponds, and abundant wildlife and scenery. For more information about Renaissance Farm, visit our website, renaissancefarmtn.com.

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The Foundation for the Pure Spanish Horse Made in the USA SUBMITTED BY BARBARA CLARK

ARE YOU PROUD TO BE AN AMERICAN? We like to think that the USA is the “can do” country. We are the world’s innovators, the people who work hard and get things done in an efficient, productive, fair for all, honest manner. Our country works because of its ethics, and those are in every fiber of the P.R.E. Mundial Registry, for the Pure Spanish Horse; the registry made in the USA for the best Spanish Horses in the world.

The horses in the P.R.E. Mundial Registry are very special. They exemplify the distinctive attributes of the P.R.E. breed that took hundreds of years to develop. Their intelligence and disposition to please their rider is legendary. All you have to do is own one to understand their devoted and giving nature. This horse is a true partner with its rider and when treated fairly, will do anything to please.

If you are looking for a Pure Spanish Horse to ride or breed, make sure it has papers from the P.R.E. Mundial Registry.

Why is this important? There are other registries for Spanish Horses that are out there and you might think that any one of them will do. However, there is only one registry that honors the traditions of Spain with the efficiency of the USA. There is only one registry that maintains and endorses the ageless standards that made the horse what

[ABOVE] Imperioso is registered in the P.R.E. Mundial Registry. [LEFT] P.R.E. Mundial Horses are in the USDF All Breeds Awards.

it is today. There is only one registry that, as a part of its mission, is for the horse itself. There is only one registry that is connected to a rescue program to ensure that these very special horses receive the care and treatment they intrinsically deserve. There is only one registry that has direct ties to the only complete Pure Spanish Horse online book, GESCAB.com. There is only one registry that has books of merit for morphology, breeders, performance,

and equestrians. The P.R.E. Mundial Registry is the only one of its kind.

What you do is important! If you are an American, register with the P.R.E. Mundial Registry. If you love the Spanish Horse, support the P.R.E. Mundial Registry. If you are purchasing a P.R.E. horse, insist that it has papers from the P.R.E. Mundial Registry, the one you can trust.

The P.R.E. Mundial Registry is the American super hero of the Pure Spanish Horse.

Northeast Friesian Horse Club Prepares for Their Classic Horse Show SUBMITTED BY MORGAN O’NEIL

IT’S AN EXCITING TIME FOR THE Northeast Friesian Horse Club (NEFHC) as we prepare for our annual classic horse show. The date has been moved from July to June 27-29 this year in an 152 EQUINE

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attempt to beat the heat! It will be a weekend loaded with fun classes, great competition, and of course, the beautiful Friesians. Come join us in Topsfield, MA, as a competitor or a spectator and

support all the wonderful horses. There are still class sponsorships available for this year’s show. Refer to the club website, nefhc.com, for more information about the show and sponsorships.

We are also proud to congratulate Lynne Byers, Ethel Nye, and Macht of the Manor on their 2013 Horse of the Year Award! This is the fourth time this incredible team has won the prestigious award.

They are truly a picture perfect representation of the Friesian breed. Look for them carrying the American flag during the opening ceremonies on Saturday, June 28, at the Classic Horse Show.

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[LEFT] Nelis LSI and Rick Butts. [RIGHT] Wilrik LSI. [BELOW] Rick Butts and Lorie Washuta receiving awards at the USEF Banquet.

International Friesian Show Horse Association Celebrates Lorick Stables’ Accomplishments LORICK STABLES IMPORTED (LSI) their first mare from Holland in 2002, but their first Friesian that began their passion for breeding Dutch horses was purchased in 1997. That mare, Diane D,

by Frans, produced the two mares, Zeva LSI and Vianke LSI, when bred to Warn, who still are the mainstay of this very special breeding program. These two mares have gone on to produce Mink LSI, by Iron Spring Farms Teade, and Nelis LSI, by Sibald 30. Nelis finished another great show season in 2013 by being named the Friesian Horse of the Year in dressage by the U.S. Equestrian Federation (USEF) and Mink LSI won the reserve championship in Junior Exhibitor Horse of the Year for his new owner, Diane Cooke.

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continues to dominate the show ring in halter and under saddle. Hendrica LSI continues to win in all divisions, and in 2013, became the first mare to be named USEF National Grand Champion Friesian Horse of the Year.

The great mare Tomasina D, who is a full sister to approved stallions, Bonne and Teunis, is in foal to Sape for 2014 and is the dam of our beautiful Reserve World Champion Stallion Wilrik LSI. Oukje-Elza, one of our mares bred by Diane Dominguez, is the dam of several champions, including our up and coming halter superstar and Region 2 Champion Mare, Arja LSI, by Teade.

Arja LSI surpassed our expectations at the 2013 World Championship in Virginia by becoming a “Ster” mare at the Friesian Horse Association of North America (FHANA) Keuring and by winning three world championships in halter and a reserve in the Amateur Halter division, coming in second only to Hendrica LSI with our friend Dale Pitcock.

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tiful Youngstown, NY, just a few miles from the border of Canada. Not only do the LSI horses compete at International Friesian Show Horse Association (IFSHA)/USEF horse shows all over the country, they also exhibit at horse fairs and American Driving Society events as well as U.S. Dressage Federation shows. The farm and horses are managed and trained by Gareth A. Selwood, a USEF Equestrian of Honor and multi-carded judge. The whole farm’s being, from structural concept to breeding and then personalized training and care, has been the passion of Lorie Washuta and Rick Butts, who for almost 20 years, have dedicated their time, resources, and energy to this winning farm of happy horses. Lorick Stables is excited for what the future holds and is pleased to announce that Nutrena Feed has joined their team as sponsor and consultant.

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Yankee Walkers: Gaited Horses of New England Hosts Annual Meeting and Awards Banquet SUBMITTED BY LOREN STEVENS

YANKEE WALKERS GATHERED ON March 9 at the beautiful Stage Neck Inn in York, ME, with a private, oceanview room for our annual meeting and awards banquet. We welcomed members from Connecticut, Maine, Massachusetts, and New Hampshire and enjoyed a lovely afternoon of delicious food and fabulous fellowship in our warm and cozy fireplace-lit room.

Yankee Walkers President, Julie Dillon, presented our 2013 show awards to: Sandi Molinari and He’s Pushin Smoke for Model Walking Horse Champion, Plantation Pleasure Three-Gait Champion, Gaited Dressage Intro Level High Point Champion, and Overall High Point Horse and Rider. Thank you, Sandi and Smoke, for being such a beautiful ambassador team across multiple disciples and throughout New England for our Yankee Walkers club! Steve Luoni, Joan Ballas, and Loren Stevens received “The Show Must Go On!” award for jumping into action at Equine Affaire to salvage the breed demonstration and gaited clinics after multiple pre-scheduled horses withdrew suddenly from the exposition. Steve, Joan, and Loren re-wrote

the script, created the choreography, and drove to collect their winterized horses and previous show clothes, pulling off an instant and seamless demonstration. A special thanks to our been-there, done-that horses who took the event in stride. Also, Gale Monahan, from Friends of Sound Horses (FOSH) received an Honorary Membership for Outstanding Support during Equine Affaire in recognition of her flexibility, unflappable personality, and commitment to staffing our booth as our scheduled booth sitters hustled to rescue the show. Gale, you are simply wonderful! Last in the awards category, but certainly not least, Julie awarded Jody Pellecchia and Ramona Murray with the Yankee Stars of 2013 Award for volunteers of the year. These two ladies are invaluable to our club, organizing clinics and events, tracking awards, creating T-shirts and browbands, providing delicious food for our gatherings, and researching and planning our camping trips for 2014.

In addition, we are very grateful and thankful for all our volunteers who graciously pitched in to make 2013 an amazing and collaborative year.

The club then called to order our annual meeting to report on business from 2013, such as our treasury, publishing, trail, education, clinics, promotional, and Tennessee Walking Horse Breeders’ & Exhibitors’ Association Director’s reports. Under new business for 2014, Mike Stevens demonstrated the newly redesigned Yankee Walkers’ website, launched in April, with new colors, photos, information, and functionality. Jody presented the camping trips planned for May 20-23 at Wagon Wheel in Warwick, MA, and June 20-23 at Three Stallions Inn in Randolph, VT. Julie presented the Level I and Level II Gary Lane clinics scheduled for June 27-30 in Goffstown, NH. Lisa Riopell-Gonzales presented the Jenny Jackson clinics scheduled for June 7-9 in Mendon, MA, and June 14-16 in Augusta, ME. The club then unanimously voted officers for 2014 with our gracious and diligent leader, Julie Dillon as president, Loren Stevens as vice president, Ellen Flatley as secretary, and Jody Pellecchia as treasurer. Chapter vice presidents include Lisa Riopell-Gonzales representing Maine, Laurie Sherman-Roberts representing Connecticut and Rhode Island, Jody Pellecchia representing Massachusetts, and Loren Stevens representing New Hampshire.

We thank everyone for attending our entertaining and thoroughly enjoyable banquet and annual meeting and look forward to seeing you all on the rails and trails during 2014.

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Updates Hall of Fame SUBMITTED BY KATINA WILSON

IN APRIL’S NEWSLETTER, I HIGHlighted the annual banquet that the Ohio Haflinger Association (OHA) held on the last Saturday of January and informed the members of only one OHA member who was inducted into the Ohio Haflinger Hall of Fame.

I sincerely apologize to Binnie Ann Masters who was also inducted into the OHA Hall of Fame, along with Barb King. Due to the winter weather we experienced that morning, Binnie Ann

was unable to come to the meeting.

My daughter had the privilege of learning from Binnie Ann for her 4-H club. She learned about bits that are available to riders, and the importance of riding with quiet hands. I, of course, also listened in and was fascinated not only with the sheer amount of bits Binnie Ann owned, but also with her depth of horsemanship knowledge. I hope that both Binnie Ann and Barb continue to promote

our beautiful breed and inspire the horsemen of the future for years to come!

On the topic of inspiring horsemen, Jacque Woodward is organizing a trail ride for all OHA members for the weekend of June 21 at the AEP Fallon Park in Coshocton, OH. The first ride out is 10:00 a.m.

There are several marked trails of varying lengths, and all levels of riders are welcome. Bring a covered dish and your own choice of drink for a 5:00 p.m. dinner. Primitive camping is available to stay all weekend. Tie lines are available for horses and there is ample parking for trailers as well. If you are interested in this event, please contact Jacque Woodward at 740-829-2735.

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The Gypsy Horse Breathtaking and majestic, the Gypsy Horses have quickly made their way into the hearts of the many equestrians. With an impressive appearance and a docile personality, they have become a favorite among riders and drivers alike. Gypsy Horses have proven to be successful competitors in many equine disciplines, as well as trustworthy trail riding partners and therapeutic riding mounts.

Consider discovering the magic of the breed for yourself.

Aunique Ranch AUNIQUERANCH.COM

AUNIQUE RANCH IS LOCATED IN LA PORTE AND New Waverly, TX, and is home to some of the finest Gypsy Horse bloodlines you will find in the United States.

State-of-the-art facilities and excellent equine care are the foundation of Aunique Ranch.

Aunique Ranch has 18 stallions, several of which are champions. The all-star lineup includes: Gypsy Horse World Champion, A Touch of Charisma; Gypsy Horse World Champion, King Koal; Oklahoma Supreme Grand Champion, Sir Silver; Gypsy Horse Reserve Champion, Huston; and Gypsy Horse Junior Champion Stallion, Auniques Kilchii.

Also at the ranch are Auniques Brackenhills SOLO and Guthries Tumbler, both stallions endowed with great conformation as well as massive amounts of feather.

Multiple champion and foundation mares also call Aunique Ranch home.

At Aunique Ranch, 29 horses are under saddle and at various levels of equitation. The Gypsy Horses here are very versatile and able to do just about anything.

In the interest of breeding responsibly, Aunique Ranch is proud to offer a program that lets you be the breeder. You, the breeder, decide who you would like to breed for your future foal from a list of mares. Pick a stallion and mare from a list of choices given and let us do the rest. There are no mare leasing fees, no mare care bills, no stallion semen fees, and no hidden costs. Monthly payments make it easy to have your dream horse.

Please visit auniqueranch.com for more information.

Blarney Stone Acres BLARNEYSTONEACRES.COM

BLARNEY STONE ACRES (BSA) WAS ESTABLISHED before their journey into the Gypsy Cob breed began in 2000.

Information on the Gypsy Horse was almost nonexistent. They have taken a hands-on approach in extensive breed research and data collection worldwide, working with over 25 foundation gypsy families in gathering history, pictorial, written, DNA, and verbal documentation regarding the heritage of the horse.

They had the opportunity to personally visit over 5,000 horses along with their owners and breeders. This has resulted in the development of their extraordinary herd of Blarney Stone mares who carry the foundation genetics of the Gypsy Cob. Great Gypsy horses do not just happen, they are the result of great breeding, tradition, and hard work.

They have worked closely with top reproduction specialists on the East Coast and are currently working with the staff at the University of Missouri. They use their facility to

provide on-site classroom educational experiences for veterinarian students. They have specialists on a weekly basis to ensure constant care for their stallions, mares, and foals, providing healthy animals to their clients. The horses of BSA are showing in open shows—constantly winning in halter, driving, and under saddle. They were honored to be selected to represent the breed at the 2010 World Equestrian Games and have received many awards and recognition within the breed. BSA will always be a breeding facility of consistent quality horses used in many disciplines and carry the genetics that are the foundation of the breed.

For more information, contact info@blarneystoneacres.com.

Chocolate Horse Farm CHOCOLATEHORSEFARM.COM

LOCATED IN SOUTHWEST MISSOURI, CHOCOLATE Horse Farm (CHF) is one of the oldest Gypsy farms in the U.S., established in 2001. Diligently adhering to proper breeding practices from day one, they have an eye for excellent conformation and the well-known Gypsy temperament.

They have also traveled to England and Wales, visiting breeders to add to their knowledge of the breed. Chocolate Horse Farm bred horses have been presented at Equine Affaire multiple times and breed shows, in addition to the Gypsy Vanner Horse Society breed evaluations, which the farm proudly supports.

Currently, the farm has five 2014 foals for sale. Keeping to small numbers, they are better able to dedicate their time to providing “a hands-on operation,” which includes daily handling and attention, ensuring a healthy start in life.

Chocolate Horse Farm’s devotion to the breed and dedication to ensuring an excellent start in life includes making certain they make the best match with those who come to them for a CHF baby. Price is never the most important aspect of a sale. The character of the buyer, their willingness to communicate their interest in, and ability to properly care for a new addition is more important.

Available to those interested are their 2014 foals, one 2013 colt, and several mature horses in various training levels. There is something for everyone.

CHF is available for visits and occasionally host special events for the benefit of photographers, youth groups, and just about anyone with an interest in horses and the Gypsy Vanner.

Gypsy Cob and Drum Association GYPSYANDDRUMHORSESHOWS.COM

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Eastern United States! Falls Creek Farm, in Oneco, CT, will be the site of the October 2014 North American Championships. The NAC will offer halter, English, western, driving, and specialty classes for Gypsy Cobs, Drum Horses, and registered Part-Breds, including Amateur, Youth, and Open divisions. Inspections will also be held during the NAC, as well as the introduction of the 2014 Legends, Rising Stars, and Hall of Fame inductions.

The North American Championships are in a different location, each year, and are currently on an annual rotation schedule of: central location, western location, central location, eastern location, central location, western location, etc. The 2014 NAC will be the first major Gypsy and Drum Horse breed event on the East Coast and we would like to invite all exhibitors, enthusiasts, and spectators to come out and join in the Celebration of Champions.

Admission is free, so bring the whole family, food will be available onsite and vendors are welcome. Would you like to be more involved? If you would like to be part of the volunteer staff, please contact us and let us know you would like to join the NAC staff. Class list, fees, etc., will be available by April 25. For more information, please visit GypsyandDrumHorseShows.com.

Hope of Glory HOPEOFGLORYGYPSYHORSES.COM

LOCATED IN MICHIGAN, HOPE OF GLORY IS A SMALL, family run farm that finds great joy in sharing their days with this amazing breed. They fell in love with the Gypsy Vanner many years ago and brought their first Gypsy home in 2002. Hope of Glory offers one or two foals each season, raised in a family environment, and they have two wonderful stallions available for limited outside breedings.

For more information, visit them at hopeofglorygypsyhorses.com or find them on Facebook.

young Gypsy Horse for a special career positively impacting those in need.

Your help is needed to make this program a success! Gypsy Gift is currently taking nominations for PATH accredited centers interested in receiving a Gypsy Horse through Gypsy Gift. Nominations are posted on LexLin Gypsy Ranch’s Facebook page so you can vote daily, “like” and share to spread the word in support of your chosen center.

Losson Ranch SANTA YNEZ, CA

LOCATED IN THE HEART OF HORSE COUNTRY IN THE beautiful Santa Ynez Valley, just under 30 minutes from Santa Barbara, CA, Losson Ranch boasts not only incredible views but also the best in Gypsy Horses.

With a background in horses, Tracy Losson imported her first two Gypsies from England in 2005 and hasn’t looked back since. Now, with about 12 horses at any given point, Tracy utilizes her background in genetics to produce the very best Gypsy Horses possible. Each registered mare, carefully chosen based on lineage, temperament, athleticism, color, type, and balance, is matched with the most complementary stallion to produce the highest quality foals.

Her incredible band of broodmares carry impressive merit, including the elegant 15.1 hand silver dapple tobiano, Lady Allegra, who is out of grand champion lines on both sides.

The family friendly boutique breeding facility offers a hands-on and nurturing approach to the three to five foals that are born each year at Losson Ranch (there are five due in 2014). This loving start, combined with the selective breeding practices and a basic training in natural horsemanship by Becca Stewart, leads to well-rounded and socialized foals that are prepared for anything that their new owners desire. The foals sell quickly, often due to word of mouth advertising from happy owners of Losson Ranch bred horses.

For more information, contact Tracy at 805-720-8578 or tracy@lossonranch.com.

LexLin Gypsy Ranch GOGYPSY.COM

LEXLIN GYPSY RANCH IS EXCITED TO INTRODUCE A program called Gypsy Gift™ which matches 30 registered Gypsy Horses with sponsors over the next two years to raise and train them for future career placement with PATH accredited centers. The Equine Assisted Activities and Therapies (EAAT) programs at these centers impact and enrich the lives of the developmentally disabled, sick, injured, and troubled on a daily basis and LexLin Ranch owners believe Gypsy Vanner Horses are ideally suited to this type of work.

“We want to enable equine therapy participants to benefit from the wonderful traits the Gypsy breed has to offer,” says LexLin Gypsy Ranch owner Eric Barton. “We have donated several Gypsy Horses over the past few years to PATH accredited centers and have received many thanks and glowing reports of the impact our horses have on others, this Gypsy Gift Program is our response to the many requests to expand our donation program.”

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Stillwater Farm STILLWATERFARM.COM

STILLWATER FARM HAS A LONGSTANDING REPUTATION for breeding quality horses. Owned and operated by Robin Visceglia, with her husband, Jacques, they specialize in producing Gypsy Vanners of exceptional quality, acquiring some of the best bloodlines available for breeding. At Stillwater Farm, they believe in “breeding the best to the best, so the resulting foals will represent exceptional investment value.”

Producing between four and six foals each year, Stillwater Farm has a strict quality-over-quantity policy.

Their foals are not only stunning Gypsy Vanners, but also superb athletes. An avid animal rights supporter, Robin feels that breeding for the sake of making more horses is not an option. Foals are carefully planned and lovingly raised. Robin has a clear vision for the farm and for their horses, “We breed modern Gypsy Vanners that can excel in performance—driving, western, English, and dressage.

Some are more suited to specific disciplines. But, in my opinion, they are not pasture ornaments. They need to work and are a very versatile horse.”

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special advertising section | Gypsy Horses The allure of the Gypsy Vanners keeps Robin and Jacques in love with the breed. “Most people find them much more calm than other breeds,” Robin says. “My trainers find them very easy to train. The horses are very willing to please.”

For more information about the incredible Gypsy Vanners of Stillwater Farm, visit stillwaterfarm.com. Robin and Jacques are always interested in talking to other Gypsy Vanner enthusiasts; call 828-743-3698 to set up an appointment to see their stallions and sale horses.

WR Ranch wrranch.net

Located in Florida, WR Ranch has been breeding and training fine Gypsy Vanner horses since 2001. They imprint all of their foals and training begins at day one and is ongoing. Formal training for specific disciplines will start only when the individual is ready physically and emotionally.

WR Vanners are consistent winners in the show world.

Our mission is to maintain the Gypsy Vanner breed as it

was intended. Gypsy Vanners were bred for not only their flashy look, but for their temperament and conformation.

The Gypsy Vanner is surprisingly athletic, smart, willing, and retains what it learns very well. The combination of ability, brains, and calm make the Vanner a candidate for any number of equestrian pursuits such as driving, English, and western riding, jumping, pleasure, and trail.

At WR Ranch we have some of the finest foundation mares that we selectively match to great Gypsy Vanner stallions. They have produced champions in many disciplines.

Our Kuchi, a 2009 Breyer Model, and the first Gypsy Vanner born in America, along with Jasmine, Esmeralda, Chauvani, Panda Rose, Pearlie Queen, Vanilla Swirl, WR Pie, and GVR Heaven Sent (Bette Davis), are all legendary names in the Gypsy Vanner breed and continue to produce great foals.

Each successive generation has added to the WR reputation for consistent quality.

We have Vanners for sale that ride, drive, or do both.

They range in age from weanlings to 13-year-olds. We welcome your inquiries and would love to have you schedule a visit.

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Mistakes to Avoid When the Competition Heats Up

THEY SAY IT’S BOTH a buyer’s and a seller’s market in these early days of the housing recovery.

That means the advantages to sellers and buyers are about the same, but it also means there could be more than one buyer competing for the house you’ve got your eye on.

Some of the best farms might even enter bidding wars. But, no matter how deeply you fall in love with a property, be sure to keep your best interests in mind, even if it means you have to forfeit to a more determined buyer. Here are the 10 mistakes to avoid when the competition heats up.

■ Don’t buy a property simply because you love the décor. My One mistake buyers make is purchasing the most expensive house in the neighborhood, which can impact resale value in the future. neighbors recently put their house on the market.

It’s a rather plain colonial, but she has water damage, and electrical problems ■ Don’t make your decision after decorating talent that would put any can be expensive to fix after you move just one visit. Always go back for a interior designer to shame. It’s easy to in. If you discover a problem and still second showing. It’s surprising how want the property, you can use needed many potential buyers decide against a get blown away by expensive furniture and designer talent, but when you look repairs as bargaining chips. Be sure property after the second visit. at a house imagine the floors, walls, and to visit the American Society of Home ■ Don’t believe everything the wide open spaces with your own furniInspectors’ website for a list of qualified realtor tells you. Do your own inspectors in your area. research. If the house is supposed to be ture inside.

■ Don’t buy the most expen■ Avoid getting into a bidding war zoned for horses, get the word from the sive home in the neighborhood. no matter how much you want the local zoning officer yourself.

Sometimes that’s tough to do if you’re property. Statistically, most buyers who ■ Failing to get everything buying a farm, especially if it’s the win a bidding war end up paying more together for the closing. Preparation only property with acreage. Just keep than they should have for the property. is the key to a successful closing. Deals in mind that the priciest house in the It’s easy to get caught up in the thrill of have been lost due to a missing, but neighborhood usually takes the longest competition and make a bid that you’ll critical, piece of paper. to sell and that could impact your resale regret later.

■ Don’t overlook resale value. It’s value down the road.

■ Don’t buy more than you need. hard to think about moving when you ■ Don’t skip the inspection. Even haven’t moved in, but a promising resale Don’t buy an 18-stall barn if you only if you know the seller, never skip the have three horses, no matter how lovely value is imperative. inspection. Some problems brew for a the property. Remember you’ll have to ■ Stay within your budget. No long while before showing themselves. matter how much money the bank is pay taxes on every acre and square foot Even the homeowner might not know you own. Good land design can accomwilling to lend you, stick to your preabout them. Things like furnace issues, plish a great deal on small acreages. determined budget.

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LIQUIDATION SALE HALF ARABS Horses, Geldings by Apollopalooza, 1 Mare by MHR Nobility, 1 Mare by Baske Afire, 1 Mare by Matoi, 1 Gelding by Noble Express, 1 Mare by Afire Bey V. Interested parties please call Linda Despot 1-814-935-7905

LUSITANO HORSE TRAINER SPECIALIST Offer specific training programs to help Lusitano horse and riders develop and hone their skills.

Evaluate, monitor, and determine effectiveness of various training techniques and methods used by riders/ trainers in their efforts to develop their Lusitano riding/training skills.

Plan, organize direct orientation and training for all prospective Lusitano horse riders/trainers. Monitor training costs to ensure budget is not exceeded by the Academy and prepare budget reports. Consult and promote the skill of riding from the Lusitano perspective. Deliver excellent customer service while working with the development of Lusitano breed. Candidate versed in Lusitano breed with special handling skills of Stallion and Start-up (Breaking-In) Experience with all competitive levels including the Grand Prix, Prix St. George. Send Resume to: Lusitano Academy LLC c/o Luis R Bettencourt 128 Myricks St., Berkley, MA 02779 or via E-mail address: lbettencourt@sardinhafamilytrust. com Cell: 774-644-1872

KNOCK OUT ROOF LEAKS! Commercial Opportunities, renew rusted metal, flat shingle roofs. Silo’s Arenas, Factories, etc. 573-489-9346 Azteccollc@socket.net

SALES 16 INCH CUTBACK SADDLE, LIKE NEW! $900. Tex Tan Western saddle, suede seat, lightly used. $600. 845-294-3462 BOARDING

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FOR SALE DOUBLE REGISTERED PINTO/PAINT 11 year old gelding. handsome bay,white, black 16 hands , lovely mover $10,000 508-380-5181

EQUINE PROFESSIONAL Full time Barn Manager/Trainer position for the True Equine Professional. Duties include chores, riding, training, lessons, client interaction, etc. Impeccable references required. Send resume & qualifications. HollisRanch.com 603-465-2672

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“Down by the Sea”, Pt. Judith Pond, R.I.. Rock walls, spring-fed pond. Rural in feel but near Rte 1. Or finalize 4-lot subdivision plan. Owner Fin. avail. $2.9. 314-414-0070 or 636/273-1007 ebrinner@aol.com

VERMONT EQUESTRIAN FARM. Classic 11 stall barn, Lester indoor arena w/2 extra stalls, heated viewing room, outdoor sand ring, 4 bay garage, 2 story Greek Revival home - on 25 acres in scenic Mad River Valley. 15 minutes from Montpelier, 30 minutes to Burlington. Owners retiring. Asking $535,000. mac@gmavt.net

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Equine associations and organizations are the backbone of the horse community. These clubs are great advocates for their breed or discipline and their members. These groups put on great events, safeguard tradition and promote the joy of horsemanship and horse ownership.

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American Bashkir Curly Registry

Connecticut Morgan Horse Association

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American Saddlebred Association of Maine, Inc.

Eastern Region Andalusian Horse Club

Understanding, appreciating, breeding & using the American Saddlebred.

Promoting harmony and good will among the community of Iberian horses.

Arabian Horse Association, Inc. of Maine

Empire State Quarter Horse Association

Dedicated to the promotion, use & ownership of Arabian and Half-Arabian horses.

Promoting interest in Quarter Horse ownership, activities, rights and welfare.

Arabian Horse Association of Massachusetts

The Foundation for the Pure Spanish Horse

Promoting the Arabian breed of horses.

Horse registration provided through our P.R.E. Mundial Registry Service.

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International Friesian Show Horse Association

Encourage breeding, exhibiting, and promoting the Arabian horse.

Dedicated to the promoting, showing, and exhibition of the Friesian horse and its derivatives.

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Offering affordable, fun, competitive horse shows strictly for color breed horses.

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Maine Morgan Horse Club, Inc. Encourage, educate, and promote the breeding and use of registered Morgans.

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Connecticut Color Breed Association

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Arabian Horse Association of New England

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International Friesian Show Horse Association Dedicated to the promoting, showing, and exhibition of the Friesian horse and its derivatives.

Rhode Island Arabian Horse Association

Dedicated to promoting the Paint Horse breed by offering horse shows and other equine activities.

Advancing and promoting the Arabian and Half-Arabian horse.

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Established to simplify registration for Miniature Horse owners and breeders while maintaining accurate pedigree information.

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Northeast Friesian Horse Club

Yankee Walkers, Gaited Horses of New England

Formed because of our mutual admiration of the Friesian Horse. We are an official chapter of The Friesian Horse Association of North America (FHANA).

Dedicated to the promotion of the wonderful and versatile gaited American breeds.

The Baroque Equestrian Games & Institute

Dedicated to the enjoyment, appreciation, and humane treatment of all Miniature horses.

A competition rewarding the elegance and grace of classical horsemanship.

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Black Swamp Driving Club Carriage driving enthusiasts. *-INGES HOTMAIL COM s WWW BLACKSWAMPDRIVINGCLUB COM

Charles River Dressage Association

A promotional organization for the Haflinger horse.

Providing affordable quality dressage events.

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Colonial Carriage and Driving Society

Dedicated to breeding, buying and selling Morab horses.

Developing and furthering the art of driving for pleasure.

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Northeast Miniature Horse Club

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Northeast Fjord Horse Association

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information@quarterponyassociation.com www.quarterponyassociation.com

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Working to promote your ponies.

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Connecticut Dressage & Combined Training Association, Inc.

New Hampshire Hunter Jumper Association

We are a USDF Group Member Organization and a USEA affiliate.

Dedicated to providing its membership with quality horse shows, a broad learning experience, and a strong foundation for riders who wish to compete at higher levels.

Connecticut Horse Shows Association, Inc.

Ohio Arabian & All Breed Trail Society

Since 1928 - â&#x20AC;&#x153;The Oldest State

Endurance riding, competitive trail riding and pleasure riding.

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Connecticut Trail Rides Association, Inc.

Saratoga Driving Association

Encouraging and promoting the sport of trail riding.

Enjoying all aspects of driving horses.

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Southern New England Carriage Driving Association

Serving Northwest Ohioâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s riders since 1980.

Promote, encourage and stimulate popular interest in driving and driving horses of any breed.

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Established 1882

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and clinics to better the performance and health of the trail horse and its rider.

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Sharing a love and interest of horses.

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Western Reserve Carriage Association

Our interests range from restoration and conservation of carriages and sleighs to pleasure driving in modern-made vehicles, to combined driving.

Sharing a love of driving equine powered vehicles.

www.nhdea.org

DRALES IX NETCOM COM s WWW WRCARRIAGE COM

Bay State Trail Riders Association, Inc. Protecting the future of trail riding.

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Improve the understanding of dressage and combined training theories and skills.

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The New England Region/ Carriage Association of America

New Hampshire Dressage and Eventing Association

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Offering competitive trail rides and drives, endurance rides,

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Vermont Equine Riding & Driving Association

National Barrel Horse Association s WWW NBHA COM

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MTOMANY SBCGLOBAL NET s WWW RIDRIVINGCLUB ORG

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Myopia Hunt Club KKFJORDS GMAIL COM s WWW COLONIALCARRIAGE ORG

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Maine Horse Association, Inc. Encourage horseback riding in the state of Maine.

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New York Upper Connecticut Region

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Norfolk Hunt Club One of the oldest registered Fox Hunts in the United States.

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Silver Heels Riding Club Promote and support an interest in horses, horsemanship and sportsmanship.

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Southern New England Horsemenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Association Offering English, western, saddle seat and Miniature classes. Youth & adult exhibitors. 7 shows per year/year-end awards through 6th place.

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Tri-State Horsemenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Association Promoting equestrian competitions and shows.

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Wentworth Hunt Club One of ten recognized hunts in New England, starting in 1976 WENTWORTHHUNT COMCAST NET s WWW WENTWORTHHUNT ORG

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Origami Horse

BY ANGE DICKSON FINN

6 Ways Origami is Like Riding You’ve got to use your brain way more than it looks like at first glance.

Origami seems like it ought to be easy, you just make some folds in a piece of paper and ta-da—it looks like a frog or heart or bird. But, you know how people who don’t ride horses, always say, “What’s the big deal? You just sit up there and let them carry you around.”

And we always gnash our teeth at that?

And we say, “You try it and then tell me how easy it is!” Yeah, origami too.

It’s sometimes hard to get the subject (horse or paper) to do what you want it to do.

Now, it’s obvious why that’s true with a horse. A horse is a living creature. It has legs, it has a mind of its own, it’s easily startled, it’s big and strong. But folding a little square of paper? How could you nott get it to do what you want it to do? (I admit, when I was a horse show mom, I used to think the same thing about my youth rider. I’ve 184 EQUINE

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apologized many times over for that).

Well, just like when you’re an inexperienced rider, when you don’t know how to do a mountain fold and then a squash fold, followed by an inside outside upside down fold, that darn paper can just get away from you.

If you don’t know the lingo, you can’t do the job. The lingo for origami is as impenetrable as the terms we use in our riding sports. Riding has its rollbacks and shoulder-ins; origami has its reverse folds and inside crimp folds. You only learn what they mean by doing them.

It’s all about patterns. And a page of origami instructions is every bit as impenetrable when you first look at it as a dressage test or equitation pattern.

For newbies, it can be hard to transform what you see on the page into the end result.

The experts make it look easy, but when you try it you just make a mess of the whole thing.

Just as in riding, there’s a video illustrating any type of origami object you’d like to make. And it looks so simple! But when you try it, the end result is…well…different somehow.

Disappointingly, awkwardly different.

Soft hands count. You can screw up

an origami figure with harsh handling just like you can mess up a horse.

6 Ways Origami is Nothing Like Riding No special clothes required. And who doesn’t like to have a reason to shop for special clothes? If origami did require its own outfits, I’d have bought them, I’m sure.

Paper can be stored in a drawer and ignored for weeks.

Once you’ve created something beautiful with paper, you love to give it away.

Once you’ve created something beautiful with a horse? I don’t think so.

High quality, beautiful origami paper is expensive. But it’s nothing compared to high quality, beautiful horses.

You’ll never get that welcoming soft look, friendly nose-nudge, and whicker from a square of paper.

No one’s ever fallen off of origami.

Now, if you’ll excuse me, I’m going to go make another origami pony to add to my growing herd.

ANGE DICKSON FINN is an award-winning freelance writer, western pleasure competitor, and retired horse show mom who has sworn off starting any more hobbies. Visit her at ridewithoutfear.com, or email her at ange@ridewithoutfear.com.

ILLUSTRATION: WILLIAM GREENLAW

WHEN I TOOK UP HORSEBACK riding as a hobby, I had no idea it would feel like so much work.

It’s extremely demanding on the ego, muscles, pocketbook, and calendar.

And of course I wouldn’t have it any other way. But recently I decided I’d like another hobby as well—something relaxing, non-demanding—something convenient, that I could do in just a few minutes, in my own home, to take my mind offline.

I picked origami. I thought, it’s pretty and charming, I can give away the things I make, I can do it quickly to relax, and how expensive can paper be?

Plus, I figured there will be cute origami horse figures I could make, as another way to indulge my horse fixation.

And yet, disturbingly, it wasn’t long before I realized that origami, as a hobby, is a little like horseback riding.

You’re thinking that’s ridiculous, right? One is with little bits of paper, the other is with large animals. One uses only the hands, the other is a fullcontact sport. One requires special gear, the other only nimble fingers.

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