The Event at Rebecca Farm 2023

Photo by Shannon Brinkman

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WELCOME

The legacy and future of The Event of Rebecca Farm

FOREWARD

From FEI president, Ingmar de Vos

SCHEDULE OF EVENTS

SPONSORS AND PATRONS

The Event at Rebecca Farm would not be possible without these valuable contributors – Thank you!

ORGANIZING TEAM

These hard-working individuals manage the event

OFFICIALS

Judges, stewards and technical deligates ensure a fair and fun event

2022 RESULTS

A look back at last year’s winners

SHOP ’TIL YOU DROP!

Check out the shopping fair for tack, clothing and keepsakes

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MAP OF REBECCA FARM

A SPECTATOR’S GUIDE TO EVENTING

The ultimate test of horse and rider

REBECCA FARM SPECIAL PERSON

Les Simon

WE RIDE TOGETHER

We hear you. We stand with you. We Ride Together.

HALT CANCER AT X

Making a big difference

MEMORIAM

Remembering those we lost this past year

WELCOME TO THE EVENT

ello and welcome to The Event at Rebecca Farm! We are excited to be celebrating our 22nd year hosting an array of competitors, coaches, grooms, officials, owners, spectators, volunteers, and eventing enthusiasts from all over the country as well as across the pond. We wish all the horses, competitors, and support teams a very safe and uneventful journey!

This year we are introducing two new levels to the competition that riders have been requesting, Beginner Novice and Modified. In addition, we will have the upper-level FEI CCI2*, CCI3* and CCI4* divisions, preparing riders for the Pan American Games in Santiago, Chile. Our world-class venue offers extraordinary footing, course designs by Ian Stark, and challenges that every eventer dreams of completing. Our farm crew and builders have been working tirelessly to ensure the absolute best for every horse and rider out of the start box.

Spectators are welcome to truly explore and enjoy the hundreds of acres designated to the sport: have a picnic by Lake Jerome or wander through the food court and vendor stalls in hopes of finding treasures and treats. You might even get to meet a rider from Team USA, Team Canada or Team Puerto Rico and snag an autograph along the way! Hats, sunscreen, water bottles and light weight chairs are a must! We have filtered water stations set up to serve you and your four-legged friends on leashes.

Each year, Montana Equestrian Events, Inc., and The Event at Rebecca Farm raise funds for our charitable initiative, Halt Cancer at X. Thanks to generous donations, we have gifted national research projects in the battle to find a cure along with Flathead community educational outreach programs for breast cancer survivors and their families. We have raised over $935,000 and with your help expect to exceed $1 million in 2023!

The Event at Rebecca Farm is the heart and soul of family, friends, volunteers, and our dedicated staff. It is a family effort, enhanced by all our committed volunteers, longtime friends, and vested staff members.

We thank each and every one of you for joining in our favorite week of the year.

Kick on and have a safe ride!

JEROME, BETH, REBECCA, SARAH AND FELLOW MEE

BOARD MEMBERS

Jeffrey Lendrum Photography

FOREWARD

BY THE FEI PRESIDENT

n behalf of the Fédération Equestre Internationale, it is my pleasure to welcome you to the CC2*, CCI3* and CCI4* here at the beautiful Rebecca Farm in Kalispell, Montana (USA). Over the coming days, we will witness to great sporting action provided to us by some of the world's finest eventing horses and athletes, and it is with great anticipation that we look forward to discovering this year’s laureates.

The history of Rebecca Farm and equestrian sport dates back to a little over 20 years, with the first international Eventing competitions held in 2003 and the first CCI4* in 2019. This year again, this prestigious venue will be providing the perfect platform for top-level sport and furthermore, serve as an Olympic qualifier in Eventing for the Paris 2024 Games.

Foreword

By the FEI President

The dynamic, edge of your seat competition you come to witness in Eventing, which has provided many incredible sporting moments and created unforgettable memories, finds its roots in values of trust, respect, teamwork and communication. The combination of Dressage, Cross Country and Jumping is hugely demanding and requires not only peak physical fitness from both horse and rider, but also a great mutual understanding. The unique bond established between horse and human enables impressive feats of athleticism to be achieved and is the core around which the whole FEI community revolves.

On behalf of the Fédération Equestre Internationale, CC2*, CCI3* and CCI4* here at the beautiful Rebecca excitement of the next few days unfolds, we will horses and athletes showcase their talent, and once one of the most remarkable of sports.

The history of Rebecca Farm and equestrian sport first international Eventing competitions held in 2003 year’s CCI4*-L was James Alliston (USA) and compatriot the podium in the CCI4*-S. It is with great anticipation taking the winning title at this year’s edition!

I would like to take this opportunity to thank Jerome Broussard and his team for their vision and efforts at enabling this event and acting as a driving force in FEI Eventing at international level. To the volunteer body and sponsors, as well as the athletes, the enthusiastic public and the media representatives, thank you for your dedication and loyalty; this would not be possible without you!

Passionate by nature, equestrian sport requires caring, for their four-legged partners. The dynamic, edge of in Eventing, which has provided many incredible sporting memories, finds its roots in values of trust, respect combination of Dressage, Cross Country and Jumping peak physical fitness from both horse and rider, but unique bond established between horse and human be achieved and is the core around which the whole

In whatever capacity you have come here today, I wish you an enjoyable event, conducted in the best spirit of great horsemanship.

To the Organisers, volunteers, officials and sponsors continuous efforts to make our sport the best it can support teams, I wish you a fantastic event and the you will enjoy this event brought to you by such a dynamic enjoyable time, conducted in the spirit of great horsemanship.

Ingmar De Vos FEI President

Ingmar De Vos FEI President

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SCHEDULE OF EVENTS

JULY

TUESDAY

3PM Cross-Country Course Open — Horse Trials divisions

5:30PM Competitor Briefing — FEI & HT

9AM-6PM Rebecca Farm Office Hours

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JULY

WEDNESDAY: DRESSAGE

8AM-6PM Dressage: Arenas 2-5, Novice & Beg. Novice

1PM Horse Inspection Novice and Training Three-Day, CCI4*-L CCI2*-L, CCI3*-S, CCI3*-L, CCI4*-S

3PM Cross-Country Course Open — FEI & Three-Day

7AM-6PM Rebecca Farm Office Hours

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JULY

THURSDAY: DRESSAGE & CROSS-COUNTRY

8AM-6PM Dressage: Arenas 1–5, CCI2*-L, CCI3*-S, Novice & Training Three-Day, Modified, Training

8AM-5:15PM Cross-Country: Novice & Beg. Novice

7AM-6PM Rebecca Farm Office Hours

10AM-6PM Shopping Fair Hours

SCHEDULE OF EVENTS

21 JULY

FRIDAY: DRESSAGE, CROSSCOUNTRY & SHOW JUMPING

8AM-5:30PM Dressage: Arena 1-3, CCI2*-L, CCI3*-L, CCI4*-S, CCI4*-L, Preliminary, Intermediate

8AM-6PM Cross Country: Modified, Training, Novice and Training Three Day

8AM-6PM Show Jumping: Novice & Beg. Novice

7AM-6PM Rebecca Farm Office Hours

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JULY

SATURDAY: CROSS-COUNTRY & SHOW JUMPING

7AM Horse Inspection - Novice & Training Three-Day

8AM-6PM Cross-Country: Intermediate, CCI3*-S, CCI3*-L, CCI4*-L, CCI4*-S, CCI2*-L, Preliminary

8:30AM-6PM Show Jumping: Novice & Training

Three-Day, Modified, Training & Beg. Novice

7AM-6PM Rebecca Farm Office Hours

10AM-6PM Shopping Fair & Kid Zone Hours

7:30PM-11PM Event Dinner and DJ in the Pavilion. Tickets available at Hospitality Tent in Shopping Fair

23 JULY

SUNDAY: SHOW JUMPING

8AM Horse Inspection - CCI2*-L, CCI3*-S, CCI3*-L, CCI4*-S, CCI4*-L

9AM-3:30PM Show Jumping

CCI2*-L, CCI3*-S, CCI3*-L, CCI4*-S, CCI4*-L Intermediate, Preliminary

7AM-5PM Rebecca Farm Office Hours

10AM-6PM Shopping Fair & Kid Zone Hours SCAN

10AM-3PM Shopping Fair & Kid Zone Hours

AWARDS CEREMONY TO FOLLOW THE CONCLUSION OF EACH DIVISION.

Please note this is a tentative schedule and subject to change.

KID ZONE

PATRON PREMIER

Pollard Resource Holdings, LP

PATRON PRIME

Anonymous

Nina and Tim Gardner

The Blinks Family Anonymous

PATRON PLUS

John & Rita Culbertson

Debby Halliday

DPM Equine Insurance, EquiHouse 501c3, and My Style on the Go

Jane Karas

Wink & Joy Jordan

Steve Krumm & Tara Munroe

Ashley Adams Eventing

Barnstable South

Cull Canyon Ranch

Cynthia Lippon

Diane Pitts

Doug Wise

Eliza Frazer

Elizabeth & Nancy Bohling

Equivont

Gilbert & Joyce Lynch

Helen Morrison

Darrell S. Worm

Louise LaRue, Chateau Cheval LLC

The Messmer Family

Claudine and Dr. TC Origitano

The Lendrum Family In Loving Memory of Katsy, JB, Ruthie & Spotless

PATRON

Hub Insurance

John S. Chaney

Jonnie Thrower

Julianne & Donna Guariglia

Julie T. Chapman

Kelleran Homes

Kelsey Devoille

Laura & Simone Clark

Linda & Bryant Tiffany

Maris Burns

Michelle & David McBride

Mickayla Howard

Pat Young

Paula & Frank Sweeney

PJ Rismon

Royal Palms Capital LLC

Dr. R.G. Thomas PC

Ruth Ackroyd

South Coast Equine Therapies

Susan Smith & John Powers

Traci, Brett & Lauren Crabtree

TEAM ORGANIZING TEAM

EVENT DIRECTOR

Jerome Broussard

EVENT ORGANIZER

Montana Equestrian Events, Inc.

Sarah Broussard

EVENT SPOKESPERSON

Sarah Broussard

MONTANA EQUESTRIAN EVENTS, INC. BOARD OF DIRECTORS

Brian Murray, Chairman

Jerome Broussard, President and Treasurer

Jane Karas, Secretary

Rebecca Broussard

Sarah Broussard

David Dittman

Elizabeth Lendrum

Eric Markell

OPERATIONS COORDINATOR

Alison Heppner

ACCOUNTING COORDINATOR

Jennifer Johnson

DEVELOPMENT COORDINATOR

Marcia Spano

SECRETARY

Christina Gray

OFFICE STAFF

Katie Trafton, Lynne Arnold and Katie Bystrom

CROSS COUNTRY JUMP JUDGE COORDINATOR

Kurstie Hammel

DRESSAGE COORDINATOR

Heidi Diegel

SHOW JUMPING COORDINATOR

Erica Burlingame

ASSISTANTS

Makaila Burlingame and Katelyn Burlingame

CROSS-COUNTRY COURSE BUILDER

Bert Wood

CREW

David Cathcart, Zane Webb, Frank Cornell, Greg Thompson, Terry Hilst and Glen Wood

FLOWERS

Kris Wood and Terry Hilst

SAFETY OFFICER

Kim Vierra

TREATING VETERINARIAN

Bob Genovese, DVM

AMBULANCE SERVICES

Vitalogy EMS LLC

STABLING COORDINATOR

Jim Moyer

ASSISTANTS

Richard Burke, Scott Meier, Jeff Messmer and Nathan Larson

CHIEF TIMERS/STARTERS

Joy Jordan and Pat Revalier

TIMERS/STARTERS

Greg Benson, Jody Collins, Tim Hinderman, Hillary Lind, Mary Kay Wilson, Frank Sweeney & Rick Patterson

SCORERS

The Scoring Chix

VETERINARY HOSPITAL

LaSalle Equine Clinic

SHOPPING FAIR COORDINATOR

Alison Heppner

ON SITE SUPERVISOR

Matthew Hooper

CREW

Meg Brummel, Jacob Hooper and Benjamin Bates

PUBLIC RELATIONS

Anthony Trollope

HOSPITALITY COORDINATORS

Elizabeth Lendrum, Mildred Shaw and Randi Williams

AMBASSADORS & CREW

Rebecca Broussard, John Shaw

Chaney, Sara McGoldrick, Jane Manzella, Kate McGuinnessGraham, Nonnie Hopper, Julie Hill, Erin Hofmann, Connie

Thomas, Jeannine Young, Julianne

Grant, Sherrie Dahl, Jim Wilson,

DVM, Maureen Wilson, Portia Jones, Kelly Gates, Supakan Boontho and Christina Lendrum

Boontho

HOSPITALITY FLOWERS

Heather Barton

SHUTTLE DRIVERS

Tim Roe, Daniel Quinn and Don Shymanski

CHIEF PURCHASING COORDINATOR

John Shaw Chaney

THE EVENT STORE

Olivia Krause, Cajun Design LLC

PROGRAM PROJECT MANAGEMENT/PUBLISHER

SnowGhost Design

COVER/CREATIVE/DESIGN

Kelsi Hawkins, Aspen Designs

EVENT VIDEOGRAPHER

Debi and Bob Ravenscroft, Ride On Video

EVENT PHOTOGRAPHER

Shannon Brinkman

CATERING COORDINATOR

Les Simon

CREW

Beth Simon, Josh McGriff, Megan Groves, Heather Barton, Kyler Johnson, Levi Johnson, Gina Carpenter, Johnny Alamilla,

ORGANIZING TEAM

Jorden Keeney and Mariko Bryan

VOLUNTEER CATERING COORDINATORS

Maria Bienvenu and Livvy Bienvenu; Café Bienvenu

CREW

Jeff Lendrum, Linda Greco, Adrienne Boyd, Hannah Boyd

Suzanne Keel, Greg Keel, Monique Domino, Olivia Domino, Isabella Domino and Sophia Domino

REBECCA FARM PHOTOGRAPHER & WATER STATION COORDINATOR

Jeff Lendrum

DISTRIBUTION COORDINATOR

Kim Turner

CATERING SERVICES

Salty Calf Catering, Kopper Kitchen, Porteus BBQ, Smith Foods, Copacabana Grill and Pepsi-Cola Kalispell

FARM MANAGEMENT COORDINATOR

Cathy Rasch

FARM CREW

Daren Wieferich, Tim Eash, Tyrel Miller, Stetson Miller, Ty Learn, Craig Hill, Tristen Hill, Katelyn Burlingame, Dillon Jewett, Bev Henry, Alyssa Hammel, Ashley Hammel, Lindsey Hammel, Hayley

Carstensen, Avery Passons, Kaleb Turner, Kyler Turner, Tailor Reese, and Scott Rossman

AWARDS COORDINATOR

Nikki Oaks

ASSISTANTS

Jane Karas and Leslie Mercord

AWARD FLOWERS

Monica Brickman

GOLF CART RECOVERY TEAM

Henri Clay Bienvenu, Reuben Bienvenu and Butch Thornton

COMMUNICATIONS COORDINATOR

Daren Wieferich

COMPUTER SERVICES

Mike Kapity, Simple Tech

TRAVEL ARRANGEMENTS

Lisa Drye, Flathead Travel Service

www.kalispellkreamery.com

OFFICIALS 2023 OFFICIALS

Patricia Clifton

FEI TECHNICAL DELEGATE

Andrew Temkin

FEI ASSISTANT TECHNICAL DELEGATE

Karen Winn

FEI ASSISTANT TECHNICAL DELEGATE

Bobby Stevenson

FEI PRESIDENT OF GROUND JURY

Sue Baxter

Gretchen Butts

FEI GROUND JURY

Debbie Adams

FEI PRESIDENT OF GROUND JURY

Bea Digrazia

FEI GROUND JURY

Janis Stephens CHIEF FEI STEWARD

Fran McAvity

Mary Ellen Miller

Karlene Khor

Victoria Lewis

Fran Cross

FEI ASSISTANT STEWARD

Laura Werner

FEI VET

Emily Sandler

FEI ASSOCIATE VET

Katelynn Pierce

Sarah Escaro

FEI APPRENTICE VET

Cindy Deporter

NATIONAL TECHNICAL DELEGATE

Ashley Johnson

NATIONAL ASSISTANT TECHNICAL DELEGATE

Vicky Stachuk Matisi

PRESIDENT GROUND JURY

Michelle Henry

HT JURY

Amanda Wilgenburg

DRESSAGE JUDGE

Deeda Randle

3D PRESIDENT OF THE JURY

Christel Carlson

3D JURY

Louis Blankenship

Joe Carbonari

Malcolm Hook

ANNOUNCERS

Scoring Chix and Roosters SCORING

Diane Pitts

Cyndi Kurth CONTROL

Chris Barnard SHOW JUMPING DESIGNER

Roger Chick

WARM UP STEWARD

Ian Stark

FEI XC DESIGNER

JM Durr

FEI ASSISTANT XC DESIGNER

Bert Wood

NATIONAL XC COURSE DESIGNER

Max Corcoran

Diane Pitts

THREE DAY EDUCATION

RESULTS 2022 RESULTS

CCI4* LONG

James Alliston

Nemesis

CCI3* LONG

Elisabeth Halliday-Sharp

Cooley Nutcracker

CCI2* LONG

Chris Talley

Loughtown Cici ZA

CCI4* SHORT

Elisabeth Halliday-Sharp

Miks Master C

CCI3* SHORT

Kerry Groot

Borasco

OPEN

INTERMEDIATE

Alexis Larson

PL Diamond's Inspiration

JR. OPEN

PRELIMINARY

Amanda Boyce

Carter

OPEN

PRELIMINARY A

Jordán Linstedt - Granquist

Lovely Lola

OPEN PRELIMINARY B

Gabriella Ringer

Get Wild

OPEN

PRELIMINARY C

Devin Robel

Gillou

JR. OPEN TRAINING A

Rachel Graham

Grey Moon Runner

JR. OPEN TRAINING B

Lizzie Hoff

HSH Limited Edition

SR. OPEN TRAINING A

Todd Trewin

Cooley High Society

SR. OPEN TRAINING B

Maggie Roth

Right Above It

SR. OPEN TRAINING C

Amy Click

Rubia

SR. OPEN TRAINING D

Stephanie Goodman

Esmèe

TRAINING

THREE-DAY

Marissa Nielsen

Ozzie

JR. OPEN NOVICE A

Piper Hale

Diavolo

JR. OPEN NOVICE B

Macy Hale Ardeo

Audacity

JR. OPEN NOVICE C

Zoe Weide

Armed Services

SR. OPEN NOVICE A

Mary Burke

Valentino

SR. OPEN NOVICE B

Patience O'Neal

Toronto Z

SR. OPEN NOVICE C

Jane Musselman

Engapore

SR. OPEN NOVICE D

Maggie Mittuch

Safir

SR. OPEN NOVICE E

Brooke Wadsworth

Morpheus

SR. OPEN NOVICE F

Julia San Roman

Red Sunrise

SR. OPEN NOVICE G

Auburn Excell Brady

Jackpot VG

NOVICE

THREE-DAY

Raquel Egdes

Ardeo Refined

VENDORS SHOP 'TIL YOU DROP!

INSIDE THE BIG TENT A WEE BIT LEATHER: Manufactures and creates one of a kind leather handbags, purses and bracelets, with hand tooled leather accents. Sterling and copper bracelets with exotic inlays are beautiful pieces of wearable art.

ASPEN DESIGNS: A collection of Montana inspired stationery [greeting cards, notebooks, notepads] and stickers. Custom design services including illustration and logo design. All products are made in Montana.

AUVEN EQUESTRIAN: Equestrian tack [bridles, brushing/bell boots, spurs, straps] and apparel [shirts, tights, scarves, socks, jewelry].

BACK COUNTRY HORSEMEN OF THE FLATHEAD: BCHF was formed in 1973 as a service organization dedicated to keeping trails open for stock on our public lands.

BEE YOUR OWN VALENTINE: We make and sell a variety of bath and body products at Farmer’s Markets including last year’s Event at Rebecca Farms.

BEMER – PATTY BLONDA AND TERESA HARKINS: A breakthrough European technology, patented Class II medical device for humans and horses enhancing circulation, reduces discomfort - plus human sleep program. Sessions and rentals available.

BETSEY HURD STUDIO: Horse themed paintings, prints and notecards, pottery and sculptures.

BEYOND TENS: We offer free demonstrations and massages on the TENS/EMS massage

devices by Hidow International and TMAX percussion massage guns for massage therapy. www. beyondtens.com

BIGFORK GOURMET POPCORN: Established in the summer of 2023. Offering prepackaged kettle corn, gourmet cheese popcorn, and more. Flavors include sweet, savory, and spicy!

BUCKAROO BLING: Affordable hand crafted boho-western jewelry in sterling silver, genuine turquoise, and deer leather. Limited edition and one-of-a-kind designs.

CHS ANIMAL NUTRITION AND EQUIS HORSE FEEDS: Payback and Equis Horses feeds are formulated locally to meet all animal nutrition requirements based upon what we are lacking in our forages. Please come see us at our booth in the tent for your animal nutrition needs.

DECO PONY~ CUSTOM STALL ACCESSORIES: Custom stall accessories with your logo and barn colors. We also carry imported bridles, halters and saddle pads from Holland to complete your look.

DESERT ROSE: Boho themed women’s online clothing retailer. Amazing

public response and support for retail pop-ups shops.

DESERT ROSE WEAVING: Handwoven goods made from rare Navajo Churro and other pure wools. These handmade products embrace traditional Rio Grande designs as well as modern tapestries.

ENGEL & VOLKERS WESTERN FRONTIER: Engel & Volkers Western Frontier is the regions leading luxury real estate brokerage with shop locations in Montana, Idaho, and Washington. Follow your dream home.

FAT KID COOKIE COMPANY: Our cookie brittle is an irresistible mix of sweet, salty and savory. Your taste buds have never experienced anything like it!

GLACIER SOTHEBY’S INTERNATIONAL REALTY: Specializing in quality real estate throughout Montana, including waterfront to mountaintop to dream equestrian properties. We bring a selection as expansive as the Big Sky.

IN ROSE’S GARDEN: Handmade jewelry, including beaded necklaces, bracelets, earrings, anklets, and rings. Hair accessories including barrettes, combs, sticks and bobby

VENDORS

pins. Suncatchers and bookmarks.

JACK BABCOCK: Original oil paintings of the Pacific Northwest depicting wildlife and horses in Idaho, Montana, Wyoming and Colorado. Monochromatic paintings of mountains and old farm steads.

LEIA FOX DESIGNS: Vintage and contemporary Native jewelry. Custom shaped palm leaf hats.

LIFEWAVE PHOTOTHERAPY HEALTH AND WELLNESS PATCHES: Patches worn on the skin for people and horses, aromatherapy mists and skin care moisturizer. Also selling ‘soak in water’ cold neck wraps –hydrocoolers.

THE LOG CABIN: Offering custom Montana shirts while you wait, as well as a selection of jewelry, western décor and canvas art.

MABUHAY ORIENTAL MARKET: Selling Asian goodies like drinks and snacks with hard to find ingredients from the Philippines, Japan, and Korea.

MARAIKA

LEATHERWORKS & ROCKY HOERNER

ART: Beautiful custom leather purses & accessories made in Whitefish Montana.

VENDORS

Local artwork inspired by The Event, Northwest Montana.

MEDSENSE MASSAGE AND WELLNESS TECHNOLOGIES LLC: We specialize in providing pain management products such as kneading massagers, portable TENS units, massage capes, and reusable heating pads.

MOUNTAIN ROSE TRADING: Creates and sells Native American inspired hand-crafted goods using real stones, crystals and high quality metals.

NAUGHTY DOGS INC: We are a brand built on creating the best adventure gear for our four legged partners. Our products feature unique original designs and are made in Montana.

NORDIC ALLURE: Offers premium local handmade soap, bath and body products made with natural skin loving ingredients.

PACIFIC NORTHWEST TACK SHOP: Specializing in custom boots and more.

THE PUPABLE EXPERIENCE, LLC: We design and handcraft products for cats, dogs, and humans. Every product is handmade. All treats, shampoos, and balms are 100% natural.

R & T TRADERS: Handcrafted leather bags using a variety of leathers including buffalo, elk, deer, moose, yak, and cowhide. One of a kind rustic elegance.

ROMANCING THE STONE MONTANA: Unique art images blasted into stone, painted, matted and framed. All work created in our shop start to finish.

ROOTS AND ALL GESTALT HEALING, LLC / HORSE SENSE HEALING, LLC: Equine guided coaching for personal growth and healing through the powerful equine gestalt coaching method®. Offering workshops, retreats and individual sessions for youth and adults.

ROYAL IRON EQUESTRIAN – EQUESTRIAN COOLING GEAR: Innovative cooling for riders, spectators, children and canines. Cooling stock ties, helmet liners, neck coolers, attachable coolers for inside shirt collars, XC vests and more.

TWKALISPELL – YOUR TUPPERWARE

CONNECTION: Your Tupperware connection helping you save time, waste, space, taste, and money in the kitchen and beyond.

VIVERE VIBERSHEILD: Our proprietary cutting-edge technology regulates the body and provides a sense of wellness for both people and animals!

WILD HORSE LAVENDER: Farmmade artisan lavender products handcrafted with love and naturally grown lavender fresh from our farm.

YOUNG LIVING

ESSENTIAL OILS: Organic essential oils, supplements, personal & grooming products, and educational materials.

OUTSIDE THE BIG TENT

KAREN & STEVEN

BOYD: Original paintings of western and wildlife in oil and acrylic.

MONTANA MOUNTAIN MAMA

406: Custom apparel clothing; t-shirts, hoodies, tank tops, mugs, tumblers, leather patched hats & laser wood game boards.

ROAMING BIRD

RANCH: Sterling silver jewelry, candles, custom hats, tack, barn supplies, leather jackets, purses, wild rags, and home goods.

TRUSTED GEAR

COMPANY: Local family owned retailer of premium workwear, safety equipment, tools, and outdoor gear.

WHISKEY FLATS

GOURMET FOOD: Prepared BBQ sauces and seasonings. Sauces including sweet onion habanero, hickory smoke, classic bourbon, blackberry chipotle, and island style. Grilling rubs, southwest and cajun seasonings.

WHITEFISH CREDIT

UNION: WCU is proud to sponsor this year’s Kid Zone! Community-focused and dedicated to bettering our members’ financial health. We exist to serve you.

YOUR HOME IMPROVEMENT

COMPANY: Information about home improvement services [bath remodels, windows, patio doors, cabinet re-facing]. Free estimate appointments for interested home-owners.

ZAYZ SWEETZ, LLC: At Zayz Sweetz your candy adventure starts here! We offer sweetz for everyone with a freeze dried twist!

VENDORS

FOOD & BEVERAGE TRUCKS

406 BBQ: BBQ and Asian fusion rice bowls. Smoked brisket and smoked pork sandwiches, teriyaki chicken and beef rice bowls.

COLD STONE

CREAMERY: We offer 7 flavors of ice cream, toppings, cookie sandwiches, root beer floats, and water.

FREYGUYSFUNNEL: Funnel cakes, deep-fried oreos, cookie dough, twinkies, and zingers. All different types and flavors.

FRIGGNFULLA FARM TO FORK FOOD TRUCK:

Serving delicious healthy organically raised meats and vegetables from Valhalla Farm in Hot Springs and other Montana farms.

GLACIER SHAVE ICE: Authentic Hawaiian style shave ice made with Tropical Sno brand flavors. With over 23 flavors and a light, fluffy texture, it’s the perfect refreshing treat!

HELL ON WHEELS (HELLROARING SALOON): Food trailer serving delicious food and a wide variety of items!

KALISPELL KREAMERY: Straight from Kalispell Creamery comes the Moo Brand

Wagon specializing in dairy drinks and treats. Enjoy yummy yogurt smoothies, milkshakes, espresso drinks, coffee floats, and more!

NW ISLAND

NOODLES: Japanese styled Yokisoba noodle wok fired with 21 vegetables in our secret island sauce, served vegan or optionally topped with teriyaki chicken.

MOUNTAIN BERRY BOWLS: Acai smoothie bowls that are made to order topped with granola, fresh fruit and toppings. Everything is dairy and gluten free!

PLUMP AND SASSY: A taste of Montana, from our family to yours. We serve farm to table pork and beef with homemade sauces.

PONY EXPRESS: Mobile food truck offering family friendly food. Breakfast to dinner items.

RESCUE DOG: Rescue Dog isn’t just gourmet hot dogs and huckleberry lemonade! We have donated over $30K to local animal rescues from tips and sales!

SAUSAGE QUEEN: Exotic sausage food truck featuring Elk, Reindeer, Jackalope, Wild Boar, Lamb bratwurst and beef. All with unique toppings.

SODALIGHTFUL, LLC: We offer the most delicious gourmet

sodas and slushies with Sodalightful. Our sodas are made with syrups, crèmes, purees, and fresh fruits, ensuring you get the highest quality product.

SWEET PICKINS

KETTLE CORN / TERRY DEVRIES: We pop original kettle corn under our 10 x 10 canopy as well as lemonade slushies in a variety of flavors.

SUNRIFT BEER

COMPANY: Located in Kalispell, Sunrift serves a variety of beer inspired by the life we all crave in the Flathead Valley. We’re here at The Event serving cold beer on tap, pouring some sun in every glass.

STABLING TRADE FAIR

ARION SELLIER: Authentic and fully customizable French saddles dedicated to the performance and freedom of the horse and rider while providing top customer service.

BE BALANCED PHYSICAL THERAPY, PLLC: Physical therapy services for equestrians. Services include, but are not limited to, body work, taping, cupping, pre-ride exercises, routines and rider assessments.

EQUERRY’S AND FARRIER’S WIFE: We sell supplements for animals, along with topical natural fly repellents, wound cream, and hoof conditioner.

FARM TO TABLE

ICE CREAM: Espresso and various drinks, homemade baked goods, and homemade ice cream.

GALLOPS: Gallops saddlery provides event riders with everything they could possibly want and need. From air canisters to amerigo saddles, Gallops brings it all to the Event at Rebecca Farm.

GLACIER GOURMET: We serve gyros, Montana cristos, chicken super nachos, 5 different salads, 8 different kinds of gourmet hotdogs, shrimp, veggie pitas, BLT pitas.

FOOD DUDES: We are formally the Brass Tap, serving upscale food offerings and also the ability to provide unique options.

KERRITS PERFORMANCE EQUESTRIAN

APPAREL: Kerrits Performance Equestrian Apparel and Gallops "popup" boutique is open to all for shopping during the event. Exclusive sales and all the sought-after tights and breeches! Located in the large garage up in stabling.

LIESSA’S HORSECARE BEMER: Bemer improves circulation, promotes relaxation and regeneration after exercise. Increases physical performance, speeds up recovery time for horses and their humans. Better with Bemer.

LIM USA -DEVOUCOUX: Saddles for show eventing, dressage, jumping, endurance, ponies and accessories.

MOUNTAIN BERRY BOWLS: Fresh made to order gluten and dairy free Acai smoothie bowls made with all natural ingredients and local produce, a refreshing and nourishing treat that all enjoy.

VOLTAIRE DESIGN: Sport saddle designer searching for innovative answers to express the potential for each horse and rider. Combining style with unique technical features. Saddle of choice for 2-time Olympic gold medalist Beezie Madden.

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HOSPITALITY

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SHOPPING FAIR

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KID ZONE

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A SPECTATOR'S GUIDE TO EVENTING

HORSE-AND-RIDER COMBOS COMPLETE THE ULTIMATE TEST

By: Stacey Nedrow-Wigmore

venting, considered the triathlon of equestrian competition, proves the athleticism and partnership of horses and riders. Competitors must complete three distinct phases, with scores in each phase combining for the final placings. Whether you seek the harmony and grace of dressage, the stamina and bravery of crosscountry, or the precision and agility of stadium jumping, the sport has something for every spectator to enjoy.

CROSS- COUNTRY

The ultimate test of stamina, bravery, and partnership between horse and rider, the cross-country phase is exciting for competitors and spectators.

WHAT YOU WILL SEE THROUGHOUT THE EVENT AT REBECCA FARM

THE THREE PHASES

Dressage: This French word actually means “training.” As the first of three tests, dressage is meant to show that the horse can be obedient and the horseandrider pair harmonious. It is ridden in an arena with low sides and letters around the perimeter. Competitors perform the test from memory (different levels have different tests), executing certain movements at the different letters indicated. It’s a bit like the compulsory figures in figure skating. A great dressage test should be graceful and quiet—in other words, the horse should look as though he is performing without input from the rider. The judge or judging panel looks for obedience, lightness, and “acceptance of the bridle,” which means that the horse is steady in his head and body carriage and connected to the rider through the seat, legs, and reins. A fussy horse, or one that spooks, speeds up, or otherwise looks unhappy will get a lower score on the movements.

Cross-Country: This second phase is the most exciting and demanding of the three phases, and the one many spectators enjoy the most. Horses

emerge from the start box and gallop across over undulating terrain, with 24 to 36 solid obstacles, within the time allowed—again, this is specified by level. This is the ultimate test of the horse’s fitness, stamina, and bravery. The rider’s knowledge of pace and of his or her horse’s specific strengths and weaknesses also factor in. Cross-country obstacles include wide tables, water jumps, ditches, up- and down-banks, and many more. The natural terrain also plays a role, and a cross-country course designer takes the hills and valleys of the course into consideration when placing jumps. The obstacles are flagged—white on the left and red on the right. Horse and rider must jump between them, though knocking down a flag does not incur any penalties as long as the horse’s shoulder is inside the flags.

Show Jumping: Also referred to as the jumping test, this phase features 12 to 15 obstacles in an arena. Unlike the fences in the cross-country phase, the jumps are constructed from rails that come down when hit. As in the cross-country phase, the jumps are flagged, and each jump is numbered in the order it’s to be jumped.

A FEW FACTS ABOUT EVENTING

Riders compete the same horse throughout the event. It’s also one of the few sports where men and women compete against each other. And as far as age—well, most riders get better as they get older, so it’s not unusual to see high-level competitors in their 50s.

DRESSAGE

Riders must start after the judge blows the whistle (or rings a bell), and time starts once the horse goes through the timers. The aim of the show jumping phase is to leave all of the jump rails up while completing the course within the time limit. Horses must be both precise and agile, which may be particularly difficult after the rigors of complet - ing cross-country the previous day.

At the end of the three phases, the penalties are calculated, and the rider with lowest score—lowest number of penalties—is declared the winner of their division.

A CONCISE HISTORY

Originally called “military” (militaire, as it was called in French), eventing has its roots in training for the battlefield. The International Equestrian Federation (FEI), which governs the discipline at its highest levels, states that “eventing

originated as a military competition that tested officers and horses in challenges that could occur on- or off-duty. It also provided a basis to compare training standards between the cavalries of different countries.”

Eventing first appeared as an Olympic event in 1912 in Stockholm, Sweden, and was considered the complete test of a young army officer’s charge. Horses and riders completed five tests that included endurance (roads and tracks), cross-country, steeplechase (speed), jumping, and dressage. The endurance and cross-country phases took place over approximately 34 miles and had a total time limit of four hours! The steeplechase included 10 obstacles over a two-mile course. The jumping portion required 15 obstacles that measured more than four feet high with a maximum spread of nearly 10 feet. Riders competed for both team and individual medals and only

A great dressage ride is characterized by grace, fluidity, and softness.

SHOW JUMPING

The third phase, show jumping, tests agility and precision, as well as fitness.

commissioned officers could compete until after World War II.

With various changes in format, eventing has been included in nearly all Olympic Games since then, save during the World Wars. As mounted troops gave way to tanks during World War II, Olympic eventing also saw a change in its team compositions. The 1952 Olympics in Helsinki, Finland, brought the first civilian competitors. The first female Olympic eventer competed in 1964. The sport remained fairly unchanged until 2004, when a new format was introduced. Sometimes called the “short format,” this new system removed the endurance and speed phases, leaving only dressage, cross-country, and show jumping. The change was a compromise that made the sport more television-friendly and took

SCORING

up less land and resources—a necessity to keep the sport in the Olympic line-up.

THE SPORT TODAY

The Event at Rebecca Farm offers competitors and spectators alike the opportunity to see both the “classic” eventing format, which, on endurance day, includes roads and tracks, steeplechase, and cross-country, and the modern short format that is part of the international competition landscape.

Over the five days of competition, there are divisions that range from beginner novice through CCI**** (Concours Complet International four star), which showcases some of the most talented horses and riders competing at the top of the sport internationally.

Dressage: Each dressage test movement receives a score on a scale from 0, meaning “not performed,” to 10, meaning “excellent.” The total score is then converted into “penalties.” So, the higher the score, the lower the penalties assigned. These penalties carry forward through the other phases, which is why the dressage phase is so important to the end result.

Cross-Country: Penalties are incurred when a horse stops in front of a jump, runs beyond it without jumping, or jumps outside of the flags. Time penalties are added for going over the time allowed or even coming in too fast. The term “double clear” means that the horse incurred no jumping or time penalties. Any penalties are added to those from the dressage. Multiple refusals or the fall of horse or rider are grounds for elimination.

Show Jumping: Refusals, knockdowns, and exceeding the time allowed incur penalties, which are added to those from dressage and cross-country.

CLASSIC COMPETITION

The Event at Rebecca Farm is one of only a handful of competitions to host a “classic” event. Sometimes called a “three-day” or “long format,” it includes dressage on day one, endurance on day two, and stadium on day three. Endurance has four phases: A and C are roads and tracks, B is steeplechase, and D is cross-country obstacles. Rebecca Farm offers the three-day at the novice and training levels.

The classic event is the ultimate test of horseand- rider fitness. During phases A and C (roads and tracks), riders trot through marked gates over several kilometers, warming

SPECTATOR SAFETY & COMFORT

Eventing is a fun sport for competitors and spectators alike! Particularly on cross-country day, we encourage you to go out on the course to watch. Feel free to move around the grounds throughout the day to see all the obstacles being negotiated. Because of the nature of the event, there are a few considerations to keep in mind for everyone’s safety:

Enjoy walking the course but keep a “heads up” attitude.

Horses always have the right of way.

Stay behind any marked barriers or ropes, and cross only where allowed.

Look both ways and listen for warning whistles before crossing the course.

Be aware of galloping or loose horses.

Stay out of pathways and away from obstacles.

Remember that courses change throughout the day without much warning, so what was safe one minute can be dangerous the next.

Supervise children at all times, and keep pets on a short leash.

up their horses and pacing them to meet an optimum time. After phase A, riders continue to phase B, the steeplechase. This is made up of several brush fences set on an oval track. These are taken at speed, and horses are encouraged to jump through the brush rather than over it. After steeplechase, the riders bring the horses back to the trot for phase C, which is like phase A, only longer and slower and meant to help cool down the horse.

After phase C, the rider brings the horse to the “10-minute box” for veterinary inspection and cooling out before moving on to cross-country. After the rider dismounts, the vet will check the horse’s temperature; pulse; and respiration, which is when proper conditioning, preparation, and a good team on the ground are proven. Provided the horse has recovered sufficiently, the rider will get back on and continue to phase D, the cross-country.

SOUNDNESS

The horse’s physical conditioning and soundness is a critical part of eventing competition. The day prior to dressage, a ground jury and the show veterinarian inspect all horses competing at the FEI (international) levels. As the riders jog them in-hand on a firm surface, the judges watch for any signs of lameness. “The jog” is open to spectators, and horses and riders are turned out to the nines with horses braided and coats polished.

A second jog takes place the morning prior to the show jumping phase and follows the same format. This jog is perhaps more critical because it comes after the rigors of crosscountry day. It showcases horses’ fitness, as well as the horsemanship skills of riders and grooms who spend hours the night before icing legs and providing drug-free treatments to help the horse feel good and pain-free in the final phase.

EXPERIENCE THE THRILL OF THE ‘CHASE

2023 USEA Classic Series Calendar

Preliminary Three-Day Event (P3D)

Waredaca Classic Three-Day Event & H.T. (II) | Oct. 27-29

Modified Three-Day Event (M3D)

Waredaca Classic Three-Day Event & H.T. (II) | Oct. 27-29

Training Three-Day Event (T3D)

Indiana Eventing Association (IEA) H.T. (VIII) | June 2-4

Summer Cocinino H.T. and T, N, BN 3 Day Event (X) | July 6-8

The Event at Rebecca Farm (VII) | July 19-23

Spokane Sport Horse 9th Annual Fall H.T. (VII) | Sept. 28 - Oct. 1

Hagyard Midsouth Three-Day Event (VIII) | Oct. 18-22

Waredaca Classic Three-Day Event & H.T. (II) | Oct. 27-29

Ram Tap H.T. & Classic 3-Day (VI) | Nov. 17-19

Novice Three-Day Event (N3D)

Indiana Eventing Association (IEA) H.T. (VIII) | June 2-4

Summer Cocinino H.T. and T, N, BN 3 Day Event (X) | July 6-8

The Event at Rebecca Farm (VII) | July 19-23

Spokane Sport Horse 9th Annual Fall H.T. (VII) | Sept. 28 - Oct. 1

Waredaca Classic Three-Day Event & H.T. (II) | Oct. 27-29

Ram Tap H.T. & Classic 3-Day (VI) | Nov. 17-19

Beginner Novice Three-Day Event (BN)

Indiana Eventing Association (IEA) H.T. (VIII) | June 2-4

Summer Cocinino H.T. and T, N, BN 3 Day Event (X) | July 6-8

Spokane Sport Horse 9th Annual Fall H.T. (VII) | Sept. 28 - Oct. 1

Waredaca Classic Three-Day Event & H.T. (II) | Oct. 27-29

Ram Tap H.T. & Classic 3-Day (VI) | Nov. 17-19

killed chef, Les Simon, has a passion for all things culinary and has brought his extraordinary talent to Rebecca Farm where he’s been an integral member of the Organizing Team for nearly twenty years.

Planning and executing many delicious, multicourse meals, for an unknown number of guests, at multiple locations, over five days, is a daunting task, and yet, year after year, Les has managed to pull it off, seemingly without a hitch, and always with his characteristic grin!

Les grew up in Merrick, New York (Long Island) and found his calling early, attending culinary school not long after graduating from high school. Life then took him out west, first to Colorado, and then in the early 80’s to Montana where he and his wife raised two children. Les opened Rocco’s restaurant in Kalispell in the late 80’s and operated it into the late 90’s, simultaneously teaching culinary classes at Flathead Valley Community College.

In 2003, Les met and married his second wife Beth, who happened to be a gifted baker. Together they opened the very successful Simply Sweet Baking Co. in Kalispell and started working The Event with then Chef, Mark Hogan. In 2008, Les and Beth relocated to Portland, Oregon where Les worked for Whole Foods. Every July, they travelled back to be a part of the catering team for The Event. They moved back to Montana permanently in 2015 to be closer to their family. At that time, Les began working as a chef for the Broussard family and also took on responsibility for the culinary duties for The Event at Rebecca Farm.

"LES" SIMON

In his distinguished career as a personal chef, Les has designed inviting menus combining highest quality ingredients and distinctive flavors with creativity and skill, keeping in mind the tastes of the guests he is cooking for. He has brought that same commitment and passion for food, as well as the ability to have fun with it, to Rebecca Farm. At The Event, Les celebrates the food traditions of the Broussards’ Louisiana heritage and the outdoor grilling tastes of the West.

Les is not able to do all of this work alone, and the talented, energetic and friendly team he has assembled to fulfill the catering responsibilities are a testament to his personality and leadership style. Together this wonderful team provides the gracious Montana hospitality and excellent cuisine that The Event is noted for.

We’re not sure what we’d do without Les, though we’ll soon learn, as this is his last year as Catering Coordinator for The Event. This means we will also be saying goodbye to Beth Simon, who has worked alongside Les all of these years, providing us with delicious breakfast pastries and mouthwatering desserts.

Happily for us, Les has hand-picked his replacement who is training alongside him this year, but his are big shoes to fill.

Les, we thank you for bringing your extraordinary talents to Rebecca Farm, for being our dear friend and for taking such good care of us for all these years. (Even the Broussard canines will miss you!) We wish you and Beth many wonderful years of retirement, enjoying all of the things that you love here in Montana with your children and grandchildren!

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THE TIME IS NOW.

BY LINDSAY BROCK

hen then 17-year-old Maggie Kehring came forward to tell her story – one where a former Olympian and FEI World Cup™ champion had groomed and sexually assaulted her – the horse sport industry could no longer hide from the severity and reality of their problem. For Maggie’s mother, Carrie Kehring, it was a problem that could easily have been the catalyst to her losing her daughter altogether. And she almost did.

Athletes are often unaware that their relationship with a coach or mentor has gradually become unhealthy, until it is too late. Promises of success from someone proven to be at the top of their sport create an imbalance of power ripe for producing misconduct that exists under the radar of family, friends, and the average bystander.

Abuse is more prevalent in sports where participants are predominantly female and working one-on-one with a trainer— as is the norm in horse sports. The fact that equestrian athletes most often compete as individuals, not as teammates, increases their risk still more—and that risk only grows as they advance.

Reports of sexual misconduct in horse sport have poured out in recent years, providing undeniable proof that the industry is failing its youth. When former

USA gymnastics doctor Larry Nassar’s crippling pattern of abuse against the gymnasts under his care was revealed, one of his victims told a courtroom that “over 100 victims could have been spared the abuse. All we needed was one adult to do the right thing.”

Carrie Kehring has come forward to be that one adult for the equestrian world. As countless mothers, daughters, fathers, and sons shared stories of their own experiences of sexual assault within the equestrian industry and beyond, an inspired idea was born. She called it #WeRideTogether.

“Let me clarify one important misconception about #WeRideTogether." said Carrie. "It has nothing to do with SafeSport, prosecution, or the perceived witch hunt for perpetrators."

The ultimate goal of #WeRideTogether is to remove the survivor stigma, help people feel heard and understood, and significantly reduce "if not eliminate" sexual misconduct in all sports through educational tools, resources, and a safe platform for survivors to share their stories. It’s a lofty aspiration that Carrie Kehring feels the organization is primed to accomplish.

“We want to prevent trainers and coaches from becoming fallen heroes, we want to give survivors a safe platform to share their voices, and we want to diminish the stigma and fear that seem to be so crippling for those who want to come forward.”

To learn more about #WeRideTogether, hear or share survivor stories, find resources to report abuse and get help, and explore information for athletes, coaches, and families, visit WeRideTogether.today.

To learn more about getting involved, or how to support #WeRideTogether, visit WeRideTogether.today/donate.

"IT’S A MOVEMENT MEANT TO DEMAND A CULTURAL SHIFT, ACCOUNTABILITY, AND ULTIMATELY AN END TO THE LEVELS OF SEXUAL ABUSE THAT WE SEE IN OUR SPORT.”

-CARRIE KEHRING

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like this which aren’t able to get resources from traditional government funding sources.”

Halt Cancer at X, the charitable initiative of Montana Equestrian Events, Inc., recently awarded a $50,000 research grant to Dr. Benjamin Spike PhD and Ms. Brooke Gates, PhD candidate at the University of Utah. The team, working at Huntsman Cancer Institute, plans to utilize the funding to support their work on MCAM-mediated cell state control in normal breast functioning and malignant transformation.

MCAM is cell adhesion molecule that is believed to be useful in early breast cell development. In their proposal, the research team seeks to better define MCAM’s role in breast development, delineate the cell states it governs, and determine if it is likely to be involved in breast tumorigenesis and therapy resistance. The overall goal is to develop targeted breast cancer therapeutics to directly impact patient outcomes.

“We’re thrilled to be able to support scientists like Dr. Spike and Ms. Gates in their work,” says Halt Cancer at X founder, Sarah Broussard. “We believe there is a way to beat breast cancer and that it will be discovered by funding early-stage projects

“The structure of the National Institutes of Health (NIH) for research grants favors more mature projects with significant data to back up their hypothesis,” explains Dr, Melissa Kaptanian, of Logan Health Breast Center, who chairs the Halt Cancer Grant Committee. “That’s where Halt Cancer at X can come in. The funding of early stage and creative proposals such as this one, allows promising scientists to gather the preliminary data they need to explore novel ideas that can act as the foundations for future NIH grants.”

Contributions for Halt Cancer at X are accepted year-round in the form of competitor pledges, auction proceeds, patron allocations and other donations. In 2022, the initiative received the largest amount of donations in its 11-year history. The cumulative total of the research and community grants that have been awarded is now nearly $940,000.

GRANT RECIPIENTS

2012 - 2022

NATIONAL RESEARCH GRANTS

Dr. Mario Capecchi, University of Utah

Dr. Robert Mutter, Mayo Clinic

Dr. Alana Welm, Huntsman Cancer Institute

Drs. Siddartha Yadav and Fergus Couch, Mayo Clinic

Dr. Benjamin Spike, Huntsman Cancer Institute

COMMUNITY GRANTS

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CANCER SUPPORT SERVICES offers programs to help heal and strengthen survivors.

WINKLEY MOBILE MAMMOGRAPHY COACH provides screenings to women in MT without access to a local imaging center.

SAVE A SISTER is committed to breast cancer awareness and prevention.

CHICKS N CHAPS provides financial support to families affected by breast cancer.

WINGS REGIONAL CANCER SUPPORT assists with costs of travel to receive breast cancer treatment.

CANCER SUPPORT COMMUNITY MONTANA offers the Big Sky Mending in the Mountains weekend.

CASTING FOR RECOVERY® combines peer support, education, and the therapeutic sport of fly fishing.

FLATHEAD CANCER AID SERVICES helps individuals with their nonmedical expenses, such as food, housing and utilities.

TOUGH ENOUGH TO WEAR PINK provides funding for breast cancer awareness, screenings and support.

Remembering Katsy

In Memory of Katsy Keel

KATHLEEN ANN " KATSY” KEEL

Katsy Keel passed away peacefully at her home in Marietta, Georgia, in the presence of her loving family, in August of 2022 at the age of 87. The eldest of three children born to Tommye Maude and Jerome Anthony Broussard, Katsy is survived by younger brother Jerome Broussard. Her sister Nancy B. Edmundson preceded her in death in 2014.

Katsy will long be remembered as her family’s strong, yet gentle, matriarch. A loving sister, mother, grandmother of ten, great-grandmother of seven with eight nieces and nephews and many cousins, Katsy enjoyed precious time spent with her extended family. Some of that time was in the Flathead Valley every July, where she joined the Hospitality Team of The Event, making visitors feel welcome with her Southern hospitality and humor.

Katsy graduated from LSU Lafayette with a degree in mathematics, and later earned an MBA from KSU Kennesaw. She settled in Marietta where, while living a full and busy life as a mother, she taught for over twenty-five years at Sprayberry High School, where she is remembered as a gifted teacher, mentor and friend. After retiring, Katsy worked at H&R Block. She lived her life to the fullest and was an avid reader, gifted gardener, and enjoyed traveling. Katsy looked forward to regular lunches with her many close friends with whom she stayed in touch throughout her lifetime.

A devout Catholic, Katsy embodied the values of her faith. She was charitable, full of grace and kindness, and gave generously of her time to help those in need and to support church and community charities.

Katsy has been a treasured volunteer, family member and integral part of The Event at Rebecca Farm since its beginning. She will be forever missed.

MARTHA KAY BAILEY

Horseback riding and horse ownership brought Kay tremendous joy throughout her life. She began riding when she was a young girl in Florida, the state where she was born, spent her youth and attended the St. Vincent Hospital’s School of Nursing to earn her RN degree. After Kay met and married navy corpsman Jim Bailey in 1958, the couple was stationed in Guam, California, Colorado, Rhode Island, and then back in Florida where Kay worked for Pensacola Public Health and was a professor of nursing at Pensacola Junior College.

Later in life, Kay and Jim “retired” to Kalispell where they lived for over 20 years on their Sanctuary Farm. Kay loved the many outdoor activities that Montana offered, including hiking, snowshoeing, river rafting. She continued to ride and became part of the Back Country Horsemen of the Flathead. Through that organization, Kay became an enthusiastic and dedicated volunteer for The Event, returning year after year to work multiple days and shifts, always willing to help in any way that she could.

Kay passed away peacefully in her sleep in February at the age of 85. Her kind and generous spirit, and her devotion to family, friends and the causes she cared about, will be long remembered by those who knew her, including her friends here at Rebecca Farm.

JAMES "JIMMY" C. WOFFORD

The sport of eventing lost a strong advocate and a great horseman with the passing of James Wofford in February from cancer. His impact on the sport, through his years as a top rider, coach and participant in its governing bodies, is truly immeasurable.

Born in Kansas to an equestrian family, Jimmy grew up immersed in the sport. His father was on the U.S. Showjumping Team at the 1932 Los Angeles Olympics and a founding member of the US Equestrian Team. His two brothers rode for the U.S. at the Olympics of ‘52 and ’56, respectively.

Jimmy himself had an impressive, nearly 30-year career in the sport of eventing. He joined the U.S Eventing Team in 1965 and was part of medal-winning teams at the 1968 and 1972 Olympic Games, going on to win an individual silver medal with Carawich at the 1980 alternative Olympics in Fontainebleau.

His other achievements included individual and team bronze at the 1970 and 1978 World Championships, team gold at the 1967 Pan American Games, and five U.S. National Championship titles. He also won the Kentucky Three Day Event twice, first in 1981 and again in 1986, coming out of retirement to do so. After retirement, Jimmy became a highly respected coach and mentor. His students have been members of the U.S. Olympic, World and Pan American Teams since 1978. He coached the Canadian eventing team for the 2002 World Championships, the 2003 Pan American Games and the 2004 Olympics. Wofford also maintained a life-long involvement in the governance of equestrian sport, serving with the American Horse Show Association, the USET, the US Combined Training Association, and the FEI Eventing Committee, including two years as vice-chair.

Truly an eventing legend, Jimmy Wofford was inducted into the USEA Hall of Fame in 2003 and the Culver Academies Horsemanship Hall of Fame. He was also awarded the Prestigious US Equestrian (USEF) Lifetime Achievement Award in 2012. Jimmy is survived by his wife Gail, two daughters and four grandchildren, and will be revered and remembered by countless associates, students and friends.

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