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Issue #3 • March—April, 2015
Uniting the Upstate New York Horse Community
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HorsE CONTACT US: Publishers Donna Vild & Katrina Clay
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Publisher’s Intro Katrina Clay
Welcome back to ‘The Upstate Horse’. It is a pleasure to have you with us as we grow and evolve. The upstate area has many horses and people that belong to them, it is our pleasure to bring the various disciplines together in one place. My background in holistic health and natural healing has led me down a different path than where I started with horses. For instance today as I arrived at the barn, it was 15 degrees and the sun was starting to go down. Instead of interrupting the lesson taking place in the indoor, I went for a walk with Tom in his 5+ acre paddock. I don’t use a halter on Tom for these walks, nor do I ask him to join me. He has total freedom to come or not. There are times when Tom stops to do something of interest to him while I keep moving, yet he consistently follows. Awhile ago, I began to observe how the horses spent time when people weren’t around. I found that they don’t do much more than simply stand near to one another, eating, playing, walking or grooming each other. Most of our domesticated animals are group-orientated. Dogs run in packs. Horses move in herds. They understand group connection in a primal way that humans in my opinion have forgotten. It dawned on me, that Tom had a lot more to teach me than to learn from me. With that, it felt important to spend time with Tom while doing seemingly nothing together. Over time and with the continued freedom to leave, Tom chooses my company. This puts my heart, soul and nature at ease. My ribbons are won every day when Tom meets me at the gate—literally and symbolically. Does that make me sentimental? Perhaps, and I’m at peace with that. Keep us posted on what you have going on with horses. Find us on Facebook “The Upstate Horse” or online at www.theupstatehorse.com. This is your horse community, please feel welcome to participate.
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Contents Page 6 The Upstate Horse Community
Page 8 The Upstate Horse Community
The Upstate Horse Mission: to create community among the many
Page 10 Go On.....Give It A Try Dressage
Page 11 Get Read For Spring
Page 12 2015 “The Upstate Horse� Guide to Area Trainers
Page 14 Calendar Directory
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Community Saratoga Springs Horse Show Offers a Third Week of Competition
The Capital Fund of Saratoga County, Inc. operators of the Saratoga Springs Horse Show, has announced that the 2015 season will consist of three weeks of Premier Equestrian Hunter / Jumper competition instead of the normal two weeks. Held at the Yaddo show grounds on Union Avenue and adjacent to the Oklahoma Track, this will be the 56th consecutive year of this highly rated equestrian event. Tom Fueston, president of the Capital Fund said “based upon the encouragement of the show’s competitors and the Show Management, and on the success that has been realized over the past three years, the Capital Fund decided to add the additional week for the potential benefit of the charities we support and the Saratoga community at large.” In addition, the purse for each of the Grand Prix (weeks 1 & 2) has been increased to $30,000. For our new week, we have added a $15,000 Open Jumper Classic as our major event and have added a $5,000 USHJA National Hunter Derby. In all, a total purse of over $300,000 is up for grabs over the three weeks of competition. Billed as a family fun event, this year’s horse shows will feature some of the top equestrians from all along the east coast, eastern Midwest states, and eastern Canada. There will also be vendors providing merchandise of both equestrian and non-equestrian styles, and of course food and refreshments prepared fresh daily on the show grounds by our food service professionals and volunteers. Daily admission is $4.00 per person 12 and older. Competition starts on Wednesday and goes through Sunday each week with the competition starting on April 29th and running through May 17th. Warm up and first competitions usually begin between 7:30 and 8:00 each morning. Most competitions are
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over by 5:00 PM. This year we will also be celebrating the Kentucky Derby, Mother’s Day, and the Preakness following the show on their respective Saturdays. Horse shows in New York are a major source of income for many. The economic impact from horse shows in NYS (480 in 2011) was over $335 million of direct and indirect influence. This number reflects the spending by show presenters in the form of prizes, facility preparation and labor, and show participants as they travel around the state. For the 2014 Saratoga Springs Horse Show, the economic impact to our community was in the $3.5 4.0 million a week range. (This information is based on studies by the American Horse Council, the American Quarter Horse Association, and other NYS studies.) The Capital Fund of Saratoga County, Inc. was formed in late 2011 as a 501(c)3 charity to operate the Saratoga Springs Horse Show and later the Saratoga Horse Expo and through its efforts to date have provided over $158,000 in assistance to local charities (over $66,000 to local charities in 2014). Our charities include over 25 food banks, Saratoga Center for Family, Shelters of Saratoga, EOC Soup Kitchen, Rebuilding Together Saratoga, local hospice groups, Saratoga County Domestic Violence and Rape Crisis Center, Franklin Community Center, B.E.S.T, Community Outreach programs, Veteran support programs, and several others. “Our moto ‘helping others help others’ is what we are all about”, says Fueston. “We hope that as more individuals, businesses and organizations realize what we are doing for our community, they will step up and support the Capital Fund and through our combined efforts we can expand these contributions.” For more information contact Tom Fueston at tom@saratogaspringshorseshow.com or call 518/490-1214. You can also visit our Website at www.saratogaspringshorseshow.com , or write to: Capital Fund of Saratoga County, Inc., P.O. Box 1310, Saratoga Springs, NY 12866
The National Museum of Racing Presents 21st annual Juried Student Art Show Submission Rules: All entries must have an equine theme. No photographs or computer-altered imagery. Please check with us before using organic materials. Size: (including frames) no larger than 30 x 30 inches. Entry Deadlines Grades 8-12: March 20, opening Reception April 22 (6-7:30 p.m.) Artwork may not be picked up until the exhibition closes. A photograph must be sent with a completed entry form . One per Entry student, no collaborative submissions. Please do not deliver artwork until a Museum representative contacts you to say it is accepted. Name and Grade must be on the front of all artwork. To receive an entry form contact Karen Wheaton at the National Museum of Racing 518.584.0400. Mail or email entry photo & form to: National Museum of Racing & Hall of Fame, Karen Wheaton, Education Curator, 191 Union Ave. Saratoga Springs, NY 12866, nmredu2@racingmuseum.net, (518)- 584-0400 ext. 118 We Gratefully acknowledge support for this exhibit provided by Adirondack Trust Com-pany Community Fund and the price chopper Golub foundation.
Kerry Judge named the Lohnes 4-H Award Recipient Kerry Judge, Rensselaer County 4-H member and daughter of Art and Margaret (Peg) Judge of Troy is the recipient of the 4-H Lohnes Award. The Lohnes Award is a citizenship/sportsmanship award sponsored by Bob Lohnes of Schaghticoke. The award recognizes an outstanding senior Rensselaer County 4-H Horse project member. Kerry is active in the Stablemates 4-H Club. Kerry has participated in all aspects of the horse program for 12 years. She has participated in Horse Bowl and Horse Communications over the years at the county, state and national levels. Kerry was on the 2012 NYS Horse Communication team and competed at the National 4-H Roundup in Kentucky. In the past 2 years Kerry has been a 4-H Teen Leader focusing on helping behind the scenes at club and county events playing a more active role in sharing her knowledge and assisting with the operation and facilitation of events. Kerry is currently a senior at Troy High School. The Lohnes Awardee is nominated and selected by the members of the 9 different 4-H Horse Clubs in Rensselaer County. If you are interested in learning more about 4-H in your area, contact your respective Cooperative Extension office. Cornell Cooperative Extension of Rensselaer County is an Equal Opportunity Employer and Programmer.
Eastern Competitive Trail Ride Association (ECTRA) Annual Meeting ECTRA (Eastern Competitive Trail Ride Association) held its annual Winter Getaway & Awards Banquet, February 6-8, 2015 at the historic Gideon Putnam Resort in the Saratoga Springs (NY) State Park. Eighty ECTRA members attended in spite of the threat of a winter storm. On Friday evening Beatrice Ende, a Long Distance Rider from Montana, shared a visual presentation of her 21,000 miles by horseback. She currently is on a two years trip to New England and is wintering (with her two horses) in the Saratoga area before heading back to Montana this summer. Saturday’s clinics included: “Matching Personalities of Humans and Horses for a Successful Partnership” by Dr. Steve Mackenzie of SUNY Cobleskill; “Saddle Fitting” by Kitt Hazelton of Panther Run Saddlery; “Interpreting the ECTRA Score sheet from a Judge’s Perspective” by Dr. Nick Kohut; and a panel discussion on “Clinics for Rookie Riders and/or Horses”. The Awards Banquet on Saturday event celebrated the achievements of over 100 riders and drivers, and 40 horses in 2014. Also, Rider lifetime milestone awards were given to 35 riders with 1,000 or more miles including Steve Rojek (50,000 miles), Heather Hoyns (15,000), Kyle Gibbon (10,000), and Marcia Delaware (9,000). Horse lifetime mileage awards were given to 32 horses that reached the 1,000 mile or more, including: “Beaujolais” (5,000) and “Jake” (4,000)
Sydney Meeker received several awards as a Junior Rider as did Burnie Thompson III. Numerous other awards were given to riders in Versatility, Endurance, Limited Distance, Driving, and event volunteering, At the annual meeting the following officers were elected for 2015: Dr. Nick Kohut, President; Wanda Stazick, VP; Jeannette Cole, Secretary; Ellen Tully, Treasurer. Directors: Louise Lester, Cate Peloquin, Esther Fiddles, Char Jewell, and Sherry Morse. ECTRA has members from Maine to Virginia and sanctions more than 100 CTR and Endurance rides from April to November each year. Learn more about ECTRA at www.ECTRA.org including the ride schedule in 2015. Bill & Joanna Lasher were the event coordinators
Saratoga Saddlery Relocated To serve its longstanding and loyal Capital District customers better, Saratoga Saddlery is excited to announce the opening of it’s new store. The company is moving from their current location to an easier accessible space located at 506 Broadway in Saratoga Springs conveniently next to the parking lot. In the new location, Saratoga Saddlery will continue to provide customers with extraordinary customer service, in a new, brighter store that will offer an even greater variety of products. The store will feature The Equestrian Lifestyle as well as all Outdoor needs for the cold Eastern Winters. Saratoga Saddlery currently has the largest Lucchese cowboy boot selection in the North East. During the move Saratoga Saddlery offers the entire store 30% off with special sales items up to 75% discounted. Brands like Ariat, Hunters, Bogner, MMiller, EMU and Lucchese are all discounted for a limited time only. Saratoga Saddlery offers quality equestrian fashion such as riding jackets, breeches and a variety of boots and shoes, allowing customers to complete their shopping at one store. “Saratoga Saddlery deeply appreciates the long-term loyalty and relationships we have with our customers,” said Sabine Rodgers, the company’s owner. “We are so excited about relocating our flagship store to a new space. Our new store will allow us to showcase even more beautifully our distinctive merchandise selections, and of course, we will continue to provide our many loyal customers with exemplary service.” The grand opening of the new store will be announced in the coming weeks. All customers will be invited to an opening celebration which will include lots of surprises and gifts. About Saratoga Saddlery: Founded in 2006, Saratoga Saddlery is a specialty retailer focused on the Equestrian Lifestyle enthusiast. At Saratoga Saddlery customers will be provided with highquality products in a unique and inviting atmosphere with a high level of customer service. For more information, please visit www.SaratogaSaddlery.com Please email your press releases to; donna@theupstatehorse.com. Issue #3 March—April, 2015 I The Upstate Horse
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An Emerging Field of Health and Well-being
Osteopathy
by Lisa Hardies-Hoffmaster hat is osteopathy? It is a way of evaluating and treating disease in humans and animals that has been in use for over fifty years. Human osteopathy began with Andrew Taylor Stills in Missouri in 1874. From there,Dominique Ginaux began to develop osteopathy for horses. According to Ginaux “...osteopathy is an approach to the equilibrium of a living organism and its pathology...and uses various manual manipulations to do so...” It is Janek Vluggen of the Vluggen Institute of Equine Osteopathy and Education who has carried on with this vital work today.
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What does the osteopathic approach to health entail? Our main goal as osteopaths is to restore balance to the animal so that he/she can self-heal. Osteopathy is an alternative to traditional medicine that allows the body to find its own healing resources. Equine osteopathy is an emerging field in the area of equine well-being where the
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whole horse is taken into consideration. We observe and feel the whole animal. We observe how the animal moves and take special interest in what is not moving. Overall our hands are our tools. We feel the animal in ways that tells us what is happening physically and mentally. The osteopathic premise is structure determines function; function determines structure. Basically, if the structure is altered in any way, the function or how that structure functions is also altered and vise versa. There are five systems that concerns an osteopath: the vascular system, the nervous system, the autonomic nervous system, the visceral system, and the musculoskeletal system. Since every system of the body is dependent on each other to work efficiently, malfunction of one system can lead to the immobility and decreased function of another. We call this an area of congestion or a “terrain.” Let’s take a look at how this might happen—starting with an alteration to an organs position and or possibly a bone that has changed its normal position; a decrease in blood supply to that area occurs (congestion) due to muscle contraction directed by the gamma nerves from that spinal segment); this decrease in blood supply alters the function of the nerves to that altered area relaying pain to the autonomic nervous system; that pain leads to change of internal organ mobility and motility; this change in organ function can lead to a change in musculoskeletal function or how the animal moves. This process
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www.rollingoaksmorgansllc.com can also lead to compensatory changes in other areas of the body including behavioral and emotional issues. As this illustrates, it is a vicious circle of compensation that not only keeps the initial problem in place, but may also magnify it. If the osteopath can interrupt this circle by affecting anyone of the five systems that keep it in place, the horse may be able to progress in healing itself. A horse that bucks maybe trying to tell you more than you think! What is our goal in osteopathy? To clear the “terrain” and to restore balance in all systems thereby restoring the animal's vital force or Chi. Our treatment toolbox includes cranial sacral work, myofascial release, visceral manipulation, joint mobilizations and various manipulation techniques. We also emphasize good temporomandibular joint (TMJ) function, good teeth occlusion as well as good hoof maintenance. The whole body and all its vital systems should be moving and operating in harmony with
no restrictions, creating balance in the animal. Osteopaths also evaluate the animal's social environment, living quarters, nutrition and occupation since these factors can also affect the well-being and health of the animal. Osteopathy can and does compliment other alternative approaches (i.e. acupuncture, homeopathy, Traditional Chinese Medicine) as well as traditional veterinary practices. Osteopathy prepares the body so that the effect of other approaches can be enhanced. In summary, equine osteopathy can enhance your horses health and well-being and should definitely be considered in their overall care. Lisa Hardies-Hoffmaster can be found online at; www.balancedhoofandpaw.com
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Go On…Give It a Try
DRESSAGE Breeders Championships. Dressage at Devon is celebrating it’s 40th anniversary just outside Philadelphia and is the premiere East Coast showcase for top level horses, riders, breeders and shoppers (it features a world class trade fair)! It runs September 29 – October 4, 2015, www.dressageatdevon.org
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ressage,” in the French language, is defined simply as “training.” The sport of Dressage is as simple as a walk-trot test and as complex as an Olympic Grand Prix test, where the horse and rider perform a graceful, nimble ballet, cued by imperceptible aids. People involved in jumping sports often do “flatwork” (which looks suspiciously like low or mid- level dressage) and the sport of combined training features a dressage test as the first judged phase of the competition. A few race and steeplechase trainers made flatwork a part of their training regimen, notably Billy Turner with his Triple Crown winner Seattle Slew and Hall of Fame trainer Burley Cocks with his numerous top level steeplechasers in the past. Regina Cristo, president of Eastern New York Dressage and Combined Training Association was kind enough to speak with us about how to get started in Dressage. She wanted to point out right away that “any horse can start dressage and do the lower levels,” including mules! Older riders may be eligible for the Century Ride Club where the rider’s and horse’s combined ages equal 100 or greater! It is growing in popularity every year along with the youth program Dressage 4 Kids. How do I get started here in Upstate New York? Cristo recommends two websites – the local Eastern New York Dressage and Combined Training Association website (www.enydcta.org) and the national United States Dressage Federation (www.usdf.org). A wealth of information is readily available between the two websites, including each test used at every level and the location of all recognized shows plus tack and clothing guidelines.
Where are the showing opportunities around my area? Besides keeping an eye on the calendar in The Upstate Horse, schooling shows are offered in numerous locations around the Capital District. Check the calendars at www.enydcta.org and www.stockadepolo.com for schooling show opportunities. Also, Larkin’ Hill (www.larkinhill.com) in N. Chatham has dressage schooling shows. Cristo wants riders be aware that dressage shows have to be pre-entered up to a 4-6 weeks ahead of time. So start checking early. Shows can fill up fast and often have “wait lists.” Where are the big shows? Right away, Dressage at Saratoga will be in full swing on Friday, Saturday, and Sunday of Memorial Day weekend. Centerline Events will host a set of three dressage shows at Saugerties showgrounds May 17-18, June 14-15, and August 14-17. Dressage at Stockade is in June. The New England Dressage Association Fall Festival of Dressage will be held at Saugerties September 18-21 and will feature Regional Championships at all levels and USDF
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What opportunities are available for kids? New York-resident Lendon Gray, a long-time top level trainer/rider/instructor has started a very smart program called Dressage 4 Kids. Cristo knows there is a ”ton of interest in this area for this program.”. With it, Gray is trying to bring dressage to any child, regardless of finances. Her program teaches horsemastership along with riding skills. The Dressage 4 Kids Youth Dressage Festival will be held this year at the Saugerties showgrounds August 8 -10, 2015. What else do I need to know? Cristo advises going to watch some shows if you are interested in getting started. She points out that each show has volunteer opportunities which “can be a great way to find fellow horsepeople.” Check with the Secretary’s Office at any show. She encourages interested riders to join ENYDCTA and listed several benefits including then being a group member of the USDF and all it has to offer, and free clinic auditing at ENYDCTA clinics. Her parting words were “Don’t be afraid to reach out!” Great Facts about Dressage… Definitely the leader in “fashion forward” horse sports…bling in the ring! Many more shopping opportunities for the new “it” browband, spur, helmet, collar, etc. than the other English based horse sports. Blonde/Senior Moments Allowed. If you go off course you are not eliminated. If you go off course three times in one test, however, the judge will tell you to head back and have that second cup of coffee. All King Edwards Horses Call Me Beautiful Fool. (Letters around a small arena -- X is at the very center so it doesn’t make the list) Xenophon’s On Horsemanship, written around 350 BC, contains information on horsemanship and training that is relevant today . All sizes and shapes welcome. Horses and riders. Check with a knowledgeable dressage person about your particulars. Horse husbands appreciate ride times. Riders are given a specific time that they are expected at the ring to ride their test. Dressage husbands can show up, cheer (somewhat) wildly at the end of the test, and go back to watching the Big Game, to the envy of hunter/jumper horse husbands everywhere.
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Get Ready for SPRING!! by Upstate Equine Medical Center lthough it seems that this winter is ENDLESS, it is actually now time to think about scheduling spring vaccinations and your yearly preventative care for your horse. Although no vaccine is 100% effective in all horses, you should think of vaccination as an insurance policy for the health of your horse. Vaccinations recommended for horses in our locale in spring include: 1) Eastern Equine Encephalitis 2) Western Equine Encephalitis 3) Tetanus 4) Influenza 5) Rhinopneumonitis 6) Potomac Horse Fever 7) Rabies 8) West Nile Virus 9) Strangles
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(The first five vaccines on the list are often combined into a single injection called the “5 in 1”) We recommend ALL the above vaccines, even if your horse does not travel, as some diseases (including Strangles and Rhinopneumonitis) are very contagious and are not only spread by horse to horse contact, but also through contact with infected objects such as water buckets, grooming equipment, human hands, clothing or even insects. It is important to know that there are periodic outbreaks of Strangles in our area. It is also interesting to note that there has been an increase in the number of cases of Eastern Equine Encephalitis in the recent past. Decreased vaccination (largely due to economic reasons) has been implicated as the cause. West Nile Virus positive horses have been diagnosed in our area yearly as well. Rhinopneumonitis is caused by Equine Herpes Virus. It is highly contagious and it can infect the respiratory tract, causing disease that varies in severity from sub-clinical to severe and is characterized by fever, lethargy, anorexia, nasal discharge, and cough. It can also cause abortion in late gestation mares. One variant has been described that is more commonly associated with neurologic disease. This strain can be fatal. Multiple cases of the neuropathogenic strain of Equine Herpes Virus have been diagnosed in several states this February – with one case as close as New Jersey. Rabies is always a concern and an increased number of cases of rabies have been noted in domestic animals. Again, decreased vaccination is thought to be the cause of this trend. We live in a
rabies endemic area, so this vaccine should be considered vital due to its health risks to humans as well as domestic animals. A case of rabies presents a death sentence to the infected horse - and a risk of infection for other animals (or humans!). Infected horses may display a variety of signs including depression, lack of coordination and aggressive behavior or even lameness or colic. Your spring healthcare appointment is also a good time to have blood drawn for a Coggins test, a test for Equine Infectious anemia. A negative Coggins test is required for entry into most venues and is necessary to travel on a road in New York State. While you are attending to healthcare, you should have a fecal examination done on your horse to determine his/her deworming needs. A parasitized horse can appear unthrifty with a poor haircoat and is more susceptible to other ailments. This is also a good time to have your veterinarian attend to your horse’s dental health. Horse’s teeth grow continually and imperfect wear can lead to sharp points that can be uncomfortable. This can affect his ability to eat comfortably and his performance when you ride. Corrective work can be done by hand or with the assistance of a power float. An assessment by your veterinarian will also allow them to discover any more serious dental issues which might need to be addressed. If you have any questions regarding springtime healthcare, please do not hesitate to contact either your veterinary care provider or us at Upstate Equine Medical Center (518-695-3744) – we will be happy to answer your questions. We wish you and your horse a safe and fun filled spring! Issue #3 March—April, 2015 I The Upstate Horse
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‘The Upstate Horse’ Guide to Area Trainers T hank you to the trainers who answered our questions and sent us their responses. We know there are many other trainers out there all over the Capital District. We sincerely hope you will join us next year! Watch for our questionnaire in a later issue. If there is enough interest, this may become an ongoing feature.
Our Legal Department is going to make us put in the fine print: We, the Upstate Horse, do not endorse or recommend any of the following, and may not be held liable for any bad decisions, acute onset cases of horse fever, addiction to horse sports or the following case of financial depletion, etc., etc… Boarding/training/lesson prices are not included below due to the multitude of pricing available for different situations. Contact information has been included for each trainer. Now, on with the list…
Paige Faubel – Dayspring Farm Hunter/Jumper/Equitation 25 yrs experience as a professional trainer/instructor, 15 of those at Skidmore College Stables. Studied under Bruce Burr, Leslie Howard, and Cindy Ford. Multiple appearances in Medal/Maclay Finals as a junior. Trains/instructs all levels of hunters, jumpers, and hunter seat equitation from local to A circuit; sits on CDHJC Bd. of Directors. Facilities: Ballston Spa, NY. Almost 50 acres, 12 stalls, 152’x 70’ sand indoor arena, 100’x200’ sand outdoor arena, good grass turnouts of various sizes. Accepts horses for boarding and training, school horses avail., ship-ins welcome. Specializing in young adults and adults. Contact Paige for further details: www.dayspringfarmny.com, email: paigeafaubel@gmail.com, 518.495.8469
Keith Friday – Rolling Oaks Morgans Almost 20 yrs as professional trainer at Rolling Oaks Morgans. Studied under Lynn Peeples and Skip Shenker. Trains primarily Morgans for Morgan english and classic pleasure, Morgan hunters and western pleasure. Equitation instruction in saddleseat, huntseat, western; and pleasure driving. Instruction available for all age riders. Facilities: Gansvoort, NY. 65 stalls, 2 indoor arenas (60’x144’ and 50’x100’), a 60’x120’ outdoor arena, a track and access to trails. Accepts horses for training, boarding, and lessons. Approx. 20 lesson horses to accommodate all levels of riders. Sales and leases available. Ship-ins welcome. Contact Keith or Sue Friday for further information: www.rollingoaksmorgansllc.com, email: bfriday1@nycap.rr.com, 518.584.9364. Visitors always welcome.
Diego A. Gonzalez – Casa Arte Equestre Dressage 12 years experience as a professional rider and trainer. Well versed in dressage, long reining, bull fighting on horseback,
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working equitation and liberty disciplines. Studied under Vasco Manuel Ramos, Juan Manuel Munoz Diaz, among others, all in the classical style of dressage. Also has experience in equine reproduction, specializes in equestrian image, diet and care. Imports Spanish horses to train, compete, and sell on in the US. Facilities: Rexford, NY. 15 stall heated barn, large indoor (60x20 meters), outdoor (100’x200’) riding arenas both with GGT footing, large sand-based grass riding field, grass and sand turn-out paddocks. Accepts horses for training board and sales board. School horses subject to availability. Instruction available for all levels from beginner to high school dressage. Takes shipins and will travel for multiple lessons. Contact Diego for further information: www.artequestre.com, email: info@artequestre.com, 518.763.8430
Emma Griffen – DaCory Farm Dressage 30 yrs. experience teaching and training. Trains all levels of riders to all levels of dressage. Teaches with a strong focus on riders’ position to create a more effective rider that understands her/his horse and rides correctly. Studied under Sarah Geikie in Connecticut. USDF certified instructor, USDF Learner graduate (can judge schooling shows). Facilities: Saratoga Springs, NY. 18 stalls, 80’x175’ indoor arena, 20m by 60m outdoor arena, turn out paddocks. Accepts new students (primarily adults), will take shipins, will travel, no school horses. Contact Emma for further details: email: dacory2@verizon.com, 518.583.1989
Margaret Hutchinson – Larkin Hill Farm Dressage and Eventing 30+ years experience in competing, training, and teaching. Training horses and riders up through 2nd level dressage and Training level eventing. USEA Level II Certified Instructor, USEF Recorded “r” judge for eventing. Studied under Victor Hugo Vidal, Ronnie Mutch, Marcia Kulak, and Eric Horgan. Facilities: N. Chatham, NY 100 acres in Old Chatham Hunt country, 17 stalls, 188’x72’ indoor and 235’x300’ outdoor riding arenas (both with exceptional footing), XC course from introductory (2’) to training (3’3”) level jumps including water, ditches and banks. Farm hosts USEA recognized horse trials, schooling shows, XC clinics, Eric Horgan clinics and a Karen O’Connor clinic in 2013. Accepts new students, limited number of school horses, so no young children or total beginners. Gladly takes ship-ins. Contact Margie for further details: www.larkinhillfarm.com, email: mhutch5100@aol.com, 518.441.2176
Leann Kelly – Winslow Farm Hunter/Jumper/Equitation, 35 years training/teaching experience. Trained with her father, Dan Kelly, also Ulrich Kirchoff, Terry Pommel, Bernie Traurig, George Morris, and Beezie Madden. Equitation instruction pro-
vided from beginner levels to Medal/Maclay, jumpers from beginner to Grand Prix. Facilities: Valatie, NY 27 stalls, wash stall, heated tack room, 80’x180’ indoor arena, 150’x300’ outdoor sand arena, 7 acre riding field, 24/7 onsite staff, daily turn-out. Accepts young horses for breaking, training; trains young hunters, jumpers, and event horses to their full potential. Takes students of all levels, school horses available at all levels. Ship-ins welcome. Contact Leann for further details: www.leannkelly.com, email: www.ladywinslow@yahoo.com, 518.894.3185, facebook
Kelly Sanford – Kelly Sanford Horsemanship, LLC Horsemanship/Equitation 15 years training/teaching experience, trained with Kim Sanford (no relation!). Instruction and training provided in hunt seat, dressage, basic western riding, and pleasure driving. All equines welcome and appreciated— from thoroughbreds and standardbreds to mules and donkeys. Informal setting geared for beginners and those getting back to riding after a hiatus. Facilities: Fort Edward, NY 45 ac., stalls, paddocks, 150x60’ outdoor arena, trail obstacle course, plenty of trails, fun, informal atmosphere. Accepts horses for training, school horses available, will take ship-ins and will travel to teach and train at other farms. Contact Kelly for further details: www.KellySanfordHorsemanship.com, email: KSanfordHorses@gmail.com, 518.832.9333, facebook
Niki Smith – Ridge Brook Farms Hunter/Jumper/Equitation, 10 yrs experience as professional rider/trainer/instructor. Studied under Gary Duffy, Molly Flaherty, Patricia Peckham, and John Roper. Offering boarding, training, lessons, and full service care for hunters, jumpers, and equitation horses and riders. Facilities: Argyle, NY 100+ acre farm w/brand new indoor arena, 100’x80’ outdoor arena, 140’x180’ level hunt course, 70’ diam. round pen, footed paddocks that open onto grass fields with run-in sheds, 6 luxury stalls, 2 heated grooming/wash stalls w/hot water, spacious heated tack room and client bathroom, private trails and open fields for hacking. Accepts horses for boarding/training, ship-ins welcome, will travel to private farms or horse shows for lessons or training. Contact Niki for further details: www.ridgebrookfarms.com, email:niki@ridgebrookfarms.com, 518.339.9343, facebook
Kiersten Vromen – Vertical Farm Eventing, Dressage, Jumpers 6 yrs experience teaching and training. Studied under Denny Emerson, Eric Horgan, Andrea Waldo, Krystal Wilt. Offering boarding, training and instruction for children and adults of all skill levels in dressage and jumping, beginner lessons in western also avail. Facilities: Fort Ann, NY 25 stalls, 140’x80’ indoor arena, 200’x100’ outdoor arena, 20m x 60m outdoor dressage arena, XC fences (“grasshopper” to Novice+ jumps), access to trails. Accepts horses for boarding/training, a variety of lesson horses available, ship-ins welcome, will provide off-farm experience for green horses. Contact Kiersten for further details: www.verticalfarmequine.com, email: verticalfarm1@gmail.com, 518.588.5750
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Calendar Mar. 8 CDHJC H/J Horse show, Skidmore College Stables, Saratoga Springs, NY Mar. 14 Sarah Geikie Dressage Clinic, Larkin Hill Farm, N. Chatham, NY (www.enydcta.org) Mar. 18 “Horsing Around with the Arts” National Museum of Racing’s 21st Annual Juried Student Art Show (Grades 3-7) Opening Reception 6-7:30 pm. National Museum of Racing, Saratoga Springs, NY Mar. 21 Cambridge Saddle Club Cabin Fever Gathering, American Legion Hall in Cambridge, NY RSVP 518.753.4210 Mar. 22 TCRA H/J Horse show, Skidmore College Stables, Saratoga Springs, NY (www.tricountyridingassociation.com) Mar. 29 Partnership Building Clinic, 11am, Cambridge, NY. $25, valeriabuck@gmail.com April 3-5 Eric Horgan CT clinic, Larkin Hill Farm, N. Chatham, NY (www.larkinhill.com) April 12 CDHJC/TCRA H/J Horse show, Skidmore College Stables, Saratoga Springs, NY (www.tricountyridingassociation.com) April 12 North Country Horses Horse Show Series Horse Show, North Country Horses, Gansvoort, NY April 18-19 Daniel Stewart Clinic (sponsored by
ENYDCTA) Larkin Hill Farm, N. Chatham, NY (www.enydcta.org) April 22 “Horsing Around with the Arts” National Museum of Racing’s 21st Annual Juried Student Art Show (Grades 8-12) Opening Reception 6-7:30 pm. National Museum of Racing, Saratoga Springs, NY April 26 Larkin Hill Schooling Show (Dressage/Show Jumping), Larkin Hill Farm, N. Chatham, NY (www.larkinhill.com) April 29-May 3 Saratoga Springs Horse Show I (H/J), Yaddo Showgrounds, Saratoga Springs, (www.saratogaspringshorseshow.com) May 2 Cambridge Saddle Club Open House 10am-3pm Cambridge Saddle Club Showgrounds, Cambridge, NY (www.cambridgesaddleclub.org) May 2-3 Juan Manuel Munoz Diaz Dressage Clinic, Casa Arte Equestre, Rexford, NY (www.artequestre.com) May 6-May 10 Saratoga Springs Horse Show II (H/J), Yaddo Showgrounds, Saratoga Springs, (www.saratogaspringshorseshow.com) May 9 Competitive Trail Riding Clinic (for newcomers to the sport) sanctioned by the Eastern Competitive Trail Riding Association, May 9, 2015, 9 AM to 4 PM, in Sauquoit, NY Contact: jolasher65@gmail.com or 518-882-1515
Directory BOARDING/RIDING LESSON
Casa Arte Equestre, L, T 518.763.8430
STABLES After Hours Farm, 518.384.6441
Chestnut Ridge Stable, B, L 518.677.3545 Chocolate Horse Stables, 518.290.0303
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May 10 Cambridge Saddle Club Mother’s Day Open Show, Cambridge Saddle Club Showgrounds, Cambridge, NY (www.cambridgesaddleclub.org) May 13-May 17 Saratoga Springs Horse Show III (H/J), Yaddo Showgrounds, Saratoga Springs, (www.saratogaspringshorseshow.com) May 16 Saratoga Horse Symposium, 4-H Training Center, 556 Middle Line Road, Ballston Spa,, 518-885-8995 www.cceequine.org Cambridge Saddle Club Gymkhana, Cambridge Saddle Club Showgrounds, (www.cambridgesaddleclub.org) May 17 Stockade Schooling Show (Dressage/Combined Test), Stockade Polo & Saddle Club Showgrounds, Glenville, NY (www.stockadepolo.com) May 22 Dressage at Saratoga I, Yaddo Showgrounds, Saratoga Springs, NY (www.enydcta.org) May 23-24 Dressage at Saratoga II, Yaddo Showgrounds, Saratoga Springs, NY (www.enydcta.org) May 24 Lindenwald Pleasure Driving Show, (www.saratogadriving.com) May 30-31 Tracey Morgan Driving Clinic, (www.saratogadriving.com) May 31 Larkin Hill Schooling Show (Dressage/SJ), Larkin Hill Farm, N. Chatham, NY 518.441.2176 June 26, 27 & 28 Brookfield 50-30 CTR+ 15 CDR Sponsored by New York State Horse Council and sanctioned by the Eastern Competitive Trail Ride Association. This ride will be held at the Madison County Fairgrounds. Contact: jolasher65@gmail.com or 518-882-1515
KEY L = Lessons B = Boarding T = Training DaCory Farm, B,L,T 518.583.1989 Dayspring Farm, B, L 518.495.8469 Double B Farms, B, L, 518.371.0587 Dutch Manor, B, L, 518.456.5010 Equine B& B, B, 518.791-9231
Flint Brook, 518.677.2359 Hannanna Stables, B, 518.248.7186 Higher Ground Farm, 518.686.2578 KC Stables, B, L, T, 518.789.0417 Kelly Sanford, B, L, 518.832.9333
Horses,
B,
HORSE BLANKETS WASHED/REPAIRED Kathleen Conklin, 518.456.1098
CDHJC, Capital District Hunter Jumper Council, www.cdhjc.org
The Horse Tailor, 518.744.7559
Cornell Cooperative www.ccesaratoga.org
Larkin’ Hill, B, L 518.441.2176 North Country 518.441.5959
EQUINE ORGANIZATIONS Cambridge Saddle Club, www.cambridgesaddleclub.org
L,
Old Saratoga Farms, 518.695.6432 Passing Fancy Farm, B, L, 518.860.4327
Extension,
Eastern NY Dressage & Combined Training Assoc., www.enydcta.org Old Chatham Hunt, foxhunting, www.theoldchathamhuntclub.com, 518.677.2359
Platinum Stables, B, L, 518.372.4885 Old Friends at Cabin Creek TB retirement www.oldfriendsatcabincreek.com
Quiet Run, B, L, T, 518-583-0337 R&M Sport Horses, B, L, 518.779.3892 Renegade Farm, 518.864.5518 Ridge Brook 518.339.9343
Farms,
B,
L,
T,
Riding Right Farm, L, 518.677.5148 Rolling Oaks Morgans, B, L, T, 518.584.9364 Shadow Rock Farm, L 518.885.4653 Skidmore College, B, L Three Winds Farm, 518.275.8461 Top Line Dressage Center, 518.231.0695 Vertical Farm, B, L, T, 518.588.5750 White Birch Stables, B, L 508.364.6979 Willow Run Stable, B, 518.581.9815 Winslow Farm, L, T, 518.894.3185
Saratoga Horse Expo, www.SaratogaHorseExpo.com
Well Kept Horses, 518.222.7795 OTTB ORGANIZATIONS ACTT Naturally, www.acttnaturally.org Heading for Home, www.hfhrrc.org Old Friends at Cabin Creek, www.oldfriendsatcabincreek.com ReRun @ North Country Horses, 518.441.5959 Thoroughbred 518.583.7272
Saratoga Polo Association, www.saratogapolo.com
Renaissance,
TriCounty Riding Association, H/J, www.tricountyridingassociation.com
TACK SHOPS Bewley & Co. 518.452.6886
Saratoga Horse Expo, www.SaratogaHorseExpo.com
Bits and Pieces, 518.683.6917
EQUINE VETERINARIANS Rodney Stewart,DVM, 516.984.8657 Rood & Riddle Saratoga, 518.583.7273 The Equine Clinic At Oakencroft, 518.767.2906 Upstate Equine 518.695.3744
Medical
Tack
Shoppe
Dover Saddlery, 800.406.8204 Double B Farms, 518.371.0587 Pacesetter 518.587.3060
Tack
&
Supply,
Saratoga Saddlery 800.430.7150
Center,
Win$um Ranch, L, 518.695.5510
FEED, HAY, BEDDING Agway, see website for locations.
Winter Glen, B, L, 518.356.3364
Arnold’s Feed & Grain, 518.843.3429
EQUINE ALTERNATIVE MEDICINE Kristina Dallas, DVM, 518.727.2940
Country Power Products, 518.692.1015
Debbie Kral, 352.804.8155 Susan Hamlin, 518.245.8010
Hutchison Farm Hay & Straw, 518.887.5197
Lisa Hardies-Hoffmaster, 518.677.2557
Kelly’s Emerald Feeds, 518.793.5474
Double B Farms, 518.371.0587
The Cheshire Horse, 518.584.5566 Walker’s Farm 518.639.5223
Home
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Tack,
THERAPEUTIC RIDING PROGRAMS Destiny’s Ride, 518.822.0562 Nipper Knolls, 518.642.2252 Saratoga Therapeutic Equestrian Program (STEP), 518.374.5116
Sutherland’s PetWorks, 518.747.3060 EQUINE ASSISTED THERAPY ACTT Naturally, www.acttnaturally.org Adirondack Equine Assisted Psychotherapy, LCSW 518.573.0239, www.AdirondackEAP.com
The Cheshire Horse, 518.584.5566
REALTORS Purdy Realty, 518.384.1117
Thorobred Feed Sales, 518.584.4900
Realty USA, 518.583.7268 Tractor Supply Corp. see website for Roohan Realty, 518.587.4500 locations Issue #3 March—April, 2015 I The Upstate Horse
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