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and inform you. In the meantime, we have an exciting array of feature articles within

this month’s issue, starting with Sue Perry’s Stable Solutions column, “Use It or Lose It.”

In celebration of International Helmet Awareness Day, set to take place on June 9, we’ve

decided to take a look at how the riding helmet has evolved throughout history. Learn

about the materials that go into making a helmet, as well as the safety standards that

have been implemented to protect your head, by turning to page 24.

Also in this issue, be sure to check out Christina Keim’s article on Pro DerbyCross,

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tion. And if it appeals to you, we’ve listed a few derby cross events located right here in

the Northeast where you can give it a try. To learn more, visit page 34.

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Back-Up Plan,” on page 50. In it, you’ll discover three surefire strategies that future

farm owners can use to not only attain their dreams of owning an equine property, but

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I turned over my barn’s manure pile to make better compost, and washed my pony with an eco-friendly shampoo!-Jess Bowers

I am an assistant of a 4-H club in New Hampshire. This year, as well as in past years, we helped out at Clean Up Day. It takes place every year and we help get the fairgrounds ready for the upcoming shows that we have there, where the kids will be showing. We clean stalls,

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Equestrians can enjoy riding through the exhilarating natural landscape followed by overnight camping at a horse-designated campsite. Pachaug State Forest is the perfect location for those who enjoy a wide variety of recreational activities, including boating, freshwater fishing, hiking and mountain biking.

What to prepare: The Chapman Area and the Green Falls Area are the two locations for recreational use at Pachaug State Forest. The Chapman Area offers 18 semi-wooded campsites specifically for equestrian use at the Frog Hollow Horse Camp. It is open for

camping this year from April 20 until Thanksgiving and is available on a first-come, first-served basis. There is a $14 fee per night for Connecticut residents and a $24 fee per night for non-Connecticut residents. Picnic tables and pit toilets are available on site for campers.

Highlights: There are many miles of roads and trails to explore at Pachaug State Forest that are recommended for equestrians by the Connecticut Horse Council. Riders can enjoy traveling through the peaceful landscape filled with dense vegetation and serene ponds. Visitors can also explore several noteworthy sites out of

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Take note: The trails suggested for horse-back riding are multi-use and are also shared with hikers, mountain bikers, and registered off-highway motorcycles. Pets are allowed at Pachaug State Forest, but must be leashed at all times. Be aware that the Frog Hollow Horse Camp is located on state lands that are also open to hunting.

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ENER-G HORSE RIDERS for NINTENDO DS by Ubisoft. Horse crazy kids of all ages will enjoy this video game, which allows them to learn about the different aspects of horse management—from grooming to riding to managing a stable—without hurting your wallet.

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RIDING FREE: BITLESS, BRIDLELESS, BAREBACK, by Andrea and Markus Eschbach. 128 pages, paperback, Trafalgar Square Books (www.horseandri-derbooks.com), 2011, $22.95.

European riding duo Andrea and Markus Eschbach are known for their demonstra-

tions riding horses without bits, bridles, or saddles. And now, they have a guide to show you how to achieve the same thing. This book, compact and full of color photos, takes you step-by-step as you learn to improve communication between you and your horse and, ultimately, start riding without the tradi-tional tack. Their whole training methodology is based on the belief that riders only need to send small cues to the horse in order to communicate, and with proper training of the human, things like reins aren’t necessary for communication.

The book starts out with an

explanation of the proper way to familiarize your horse with bits and other tack, plus extensive discussion of going bitless, with various groundwork exercises to get him comfortable with a bitless bridle. The Eschbachs discuss the use of a neck ring, and finally, riding bareback. Whether you plan to go “naked” or not, this dynamic duo of horsemen can help you achieve a more subtle, mutually beneficial, and humane way to communi-cate with your equine partner.BOTTOM LINE: If nothing else, this book will make you think twice about your dependence on tack, especially bits.

ZEN MIND, ZEN HORSE, by Allan J. Hamilton, MD. 320 pages, paperback, Storey Publishing (www.storey.com), 2011, $24.95.

If you’re looking for a unique read, look no further. Dr. Hamilton is a brain surgeon, professor, horse trainer, and medical script consultant to the show Grey’s Anatomy. His combined interests and talents have led to his newest book, which is part neuroscience, part spirituality, part training guide.

While the book is essentially a horsemanship guide with lots of practical training advice, it draws upon many unconven-tional sources. Dr. Hamilton explains how humans are left-brain dominant, enabling us to master our environ-ments. Horses, on the other hand, depend on right-brain survival skills that allow them to communicate nonverbally. When we are able to understand and train our horses using right-brain communication methods, we can achieve great results. The book is also a form of spiritual exploration, in which we can learn to respond to horses more appropriately by having a quiet mind and intuitive awareness. BOTTOM LINE: Natural horse-manship, neuroscience, and Zen principles come together in a weirdly wonderful way.

Beyond Horse Massageby Jim Masterson with Stefanie Reinhold. 205 pages, hardcover, Trafalgar Square Books (www.horseandriderbooks.com), 2011, $32.95 book, $34.95 DVD.

Jim Masterson has been an equine massage therapist for USET Endurance Teams, equines at the FEI World Cup, and countless other horses in major competi-tions. With this book and instructional DVD, he gives us a close look into his unique system of equine massage, called The Masterson Method. This intuitive approach begins with the human touching the horse in specific ways, and then noticing the horse’s physical response. Masterson teaches you how to read your equine’s response to massage, which may include twitching of the lips or shaking of

the head; this allows you to know how much time to spend and pressure to apply on each point, and it also builds the two-way communication of horse and human.

The book starts with an introduction and overview to his method, and then breaks down each tech-nique into several steps, with clear, concise instructions and several color photos. Masterson covers all points on the body from head to tail. The DVD gets right into the practical application of the method. Like the book, it is outlined step-by-step, and you can watch Masterson performing each step on a (very relaxed and willing) horse. Though the book is more detailed and comprehensive, the DVD has the benefit of showing each technique in motion, as well as the horse’s response to the body work. BOTTOM LINE: Judging by the happy horse “patient” in the DVD, The Masterson Method works!

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Horseback riding is considered a high-risk activity. The Equestrian Medical Safety Association says that the hospital admission rate

for injured riders (0.49 per 1,000 hours) is greater than for motorcycle riding (0.14 per 1,000 hours), football, and skiing. About 70,000 people go to the emergency room each year for equestrian-related injuries. Approximately 12,000 of those people suffer from head injuries.

While some riding disciplines are of a significantly higher risk than others, such as steeplechase racing compared to western plea-sure, all disciplines have a considerable risk of head injuries. Unpredictable riding events,

such as spooking and spinning due to a scary object, bucking on a brisk day or bolting down the trail, account for most injuries.

However, taking it slow isn’t necessarily the answer to a safer ride. According to the Equestrian Medical Safety Association (EMSA) and Troxel, LLC, the severity of the injury is most closely influenced by your distance above the ground. And if the head is unprotected, a fall of just two feet can cause brain damage. Some injuries even happen on the ground, such as being kicked or run over.

Your level of horse-handling and riding experience is important but does not guarantee safety. The risk of injury is

tied to cumulative riding time, not level of expertise.

In the 1970s, equestrians wore hunt caps, derbies, top hats and cowboy hats. These “hats” were items of apparel only—none of them provided any protection for the rider’s head in a fall, and some didn’t even stay on. Gradually, riders started wearing Caliente helmets—a skull-cap style with a silk cover (black or multi-colored) that were currently in use at the race track. These protective helmets were worn on the trail and for schooling at home, but hunt caps or other decorative headwear were still the norm in the show ring.

Joe Dotoli is a lifelong horseman, USEF “R” judge in hunters/jumpers/hunt seat equi-tation/hunter breeding, and a member of the current USEF Safety Committee. He recalls, “In the 1980s, an attempt was made to make the current helmets ‘safer’ by putting a harness on them. It really was useless, the equivalent to putting a harness on a baseball cap, and riders didn’t like the appearance.

“Then about 10 years ago, there were several high profile deaths due to head inju-ries (from crashes) at A-rated hunter shows. This got folks to pay a little more attention to the head injury issue, including myself. When the equestrian apparel companies were all in Pennsylvania for a convention, I rented a hotel conference room and invited all of the CEOs of the helmet manufacturing compa-nies to come to a meeting. I think there were about six at the time, and the top executives all came.

“At that time, the companies were making safe riding helmets at a relatively cheap price, but they were ugly. They sold well to handi-capped riding programs, 4-H and Pony Club, but the show riders refused to wear them. I told the CEOs that I would get the USEF to pass a rule change to require approved safety helmets for the show ring within two years if they would agree to make them more attractive during that time.

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Helmet Construction and FunctionTo find out how riding helmets are actu-ally made, we spoke with Richard Timms, the chairman/founder of Troxel Helmets. “The basic construction is the same throughout all equestrian helmet brands, with slight variances in materials and their processing.

Most common is the use of an outer shell of ABS or polycarbonate

plastic, processed either through vacuum forming or

injection molding. This shell is a hard barrier to keep sharp edges/objects from penetrating the inside foam cushion as well as to absorb impact energies.

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ioning foam, that by crushing on impact,

absorbs energy to extend the head’s stopping time.

A further, and very impor-tant part of the helmet is the

webbing, which is commonly made of nylon. This retention system and

its buckle keep it on the wearer’s head in the event of a fall.

“The main differences between manu-facturers (and between styles within a

brand) are choices of color, finish, inte-rior padding construction, specific materials used, and various fit adjustment systems from dials and lacing to Troxel’s brand new CinchFit system.”

An approved safety helmet is desig-nated “certified” if it passes several safety inspections, with the helmet label saying “SEI/ASTM Certified.” The SEI is the Safety Equipment Institute, a private, nonprofit organization that certifies protective equipment for a variety of industries and sports. ASTM (formerly known as the American Society for Testing and Materials) is one of the world’s most respected stan-dards organizations, developing standards for everything from the curing of concrete and the hotness of red peppers to the protective headgear industry. For equestrian helmets, the SEI has selected ASTM standard F1163 to evaluate performance. In order to achieve

certification status, the SEI requires that testing be done at an independent laboratory to the F1163 standard.

Timms explains, “When you take a fall, a certified helmet absorbs energy by crushing of the inner lining and extending your head’s stopping time. This significantly reduces peak impact on the brain. The helmets are built to compress and also possibly fracture the outer shell upon serious impact. A broken helmet is not a sign that it was a faulty one; in fact, the entire helmet may crush or crack as it absorbs energy that would otherwise cause you serious injury or death.”

Helmets designed for bicycling, skiing and rock climbing are not suitable safety protec-tion for horseback riding. Troxel’s website offers this explanation: “Cycling and eques-trian standards are very different. Bicycle helmets are similar to those made for horse-back riding in appearance, but are not subject to the design specifications and standards that a riding helmet must pass in order to provide adequate protection.

“An equestrian helmet offers additional protection to the back of the head and the sweatband area. Equestrian helmets are tested by the SEI for chinstrap retention, penetration by a sharp object and for impact absorption. These tests are specifically designed for horse-back riding related accidents.”

Dotoli points out another difference between sport helmets. “Riding helmets are single-impact helmets. The integrity of the helmet is given up to save the rider’s head. Football helmets, on the other hand, are created for protection against multiple-impacts. Football players hit their heads constantly during every game.”

Despite wearing a certified helmet, fallen riders may still sustain a head injury; the helmet, however, minimizes the severity of it. The most common injury is a concussion, with or without loss of consciousness. A concussion is most often caused by a sudden, direct blow or bump to the head, which can

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Choosing and Using a HelmetHelmets can range in cost from $50 to $500, yet more money does not buy you a “safer” helmet. Timms says, “As long as your helmet is SEI/ASTM certified, you’re buying a protective helmet. Spending more might get you different padding, or fancier styling or materials, but it doesn’t translate into more protection.”

Helmets come in all shapes, sizes and colors. When you try them on, wear your hair the way you’ll be wearing it when you ride. If you school at home in a ponytail or braids, but show with your hair put up underneath the helmet, you will probably need two helmets—one to fit each hair style.

Troxel offers the following fitting guide-lines. “The helmet should feel snug around the entire head without pressure. Shake your head. If there’s no motion, that’s a good sign that it fits. The helmet should sit level on your head, covering your forehead. The visor’s brim should be about one inch above your eyebrow.

“When you buckle and adjust the retention system, the chin strap should fit snugly but still allow you to drink a cup of water. Wear the helmet around the store to see if it remains comfortable. If it gives you a headache, it’s too tight or small. It should become less noticeable as you wear it. Don’t buy one that’s too big, especially for a child, thinking that ‘he’ll grow into it.’ Buy a helmet that fits well now.”

Dotoli reminds riders, “A bad fall compro-mises a helmet; it can’t do its protective job on a second fall. Most companies have a return policy (be sure to save the receipt). They will take the helmet back, check it out and give you a discount on a new helmet.” Be sure to provide a signed, dated letter describing the accident.

Even if a helmet is not involved in a

fall, it should be replaced after five years. Replacement requirements are largely based upon amount of use, exposure to the elements, treatment of the helmet (such as dropping it on a cement floor) and unseen material dete-rioration. Most manufacturers agree that five years is the maximum safe lifespan of them.

Avoid loaning your helmet to others. You want to know exactly what kind of treatment it has experienced over its lifetime so that you can knowledgeably assess its integrity over time.

If you forget to bring your helmet to the barn, don’t borrow one from a friend. It won’t fit properly and you have no idea of its current protection level, given its past handling and impact history. It’s better to longe your horse that day, or give him a rest and some hand-grazing, than to risk your head with an unsafe (or no) helmet.

Sue Perry is a Certified Veterinary Technician and equine massage therapist. She lives in Upton, Mass., with two event horses and runs “Muscle Magic,” an equine massage service.

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E ven when you find a good match in a horse whose personality suits yours, you still can make serious mistakes when working with that

horse. There’s an old saying, “A one-eyed man is king in the land of the blind,” and we’re all guilty at some point of thinking we know more than we actually do. At expos and clinics, I see many common errors that horse owners routinely make. More often than not, they don’t do these things intentionally, but need to polish their skills, or simply don’t understand their horses. Let’s look at a few of those mistakes.

Mistake 1: People become angry, impatient or passive with their horses.Many years ago, when I first started helping people with their horses, I saw a trend of people becoming too aggressive. What they did wasn’t working, so they became angry and took out their anger on their horses.

Whenever I see someone who’s rough on a horse, I see someone who’s come to the

end of his knowledge. If I start to get frus-trated when I work a horse, I realize that I’m coming to the end of my knowledge, and this motivates me to learn more instead of becoming angry.

Keeping your cool doesn’t mean you shouldn’t be firm with a horse; you must always be effec-tive. But you can’t be effective if you lose your cool and let anger take over the situation.

Don’t take it personally when a horse does something wrong. Don’t hold a grudge; don’t try to “get even” with him. If your horse does something dangerous, you need to be assertive, firm and effective. You must correct him; then let up on the pressure as soon as you get the response you need.

Today, most people I see at clinics are too passive and actually teach their horses to become dangerous. This goes back to the issue of being friends with a horse. Your horse needs you to be a leader more than he needs you to be his friend. He won’t respect you if you can’t or won’t lead. Treats and petting do not overcome or solve bad behavior.

Mistake 2: People fail to commu-nicate clearly in ways the horse can understand.Always keep in mind that any bodylanguage is crucial—both yours and your horse’s. This is how the horse relates to you, and you’re a step ahead if you remember this.

Your horse instinctively understands the demeanor and expression of your body and face. How quickly or slowly you move, how you distribute your weight, leaning toward

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CoMMon MistaKEs

Practically Speaking: The Comfort ZoneMost any broke horse that you work regu-larly can get into a comfort zone. He falls into a pattern of doing and accepting the same things. This horse can react unex-pectedly if you put additional pressure on him and ask him to move out of his comfort zone.

You might ask him to back more quickly than usual, and he might respond by throwing his head. Or you might cue him to step up the pace at the canter, and he kicks out or swishes his tail. Riders at my clinics often say, “My horse never does this at home.”

But I explain that they’ve never asked their horses for this much before. If you ride in an arena most of the time, when you take your horse for a trail ride, he reacts differently—even when you give him the same cues and ask for the same responses you do at home. This is because the new environment puts additional pressure on your horse and reveals his insecurities or deficiencies, and yours as a rider, which you wouldn’t see in the arena.

This doesn’t mean you can’t ask your horse for more. You can and should “raise the bar” and ask more of your horse. But here’s the secret: Don’t ask for more until you’ve progressed step-by-step through each skill level where you currently are working and until he satisfactorily completes each task. You don’t tackle calculus until you’ve mastered algebra.

even when a horse has the neces-sary foundation because you’ve taken the necessary time, he still needs to gain confidence and skill at any task. But if you’ve done your homework, he should catch on fairly quickly.

It’s easy enough for a rider, microphone in hand, to communicate with other people, but only consistent use of body language can ensure that she and her horse stay in sync.


or away from your horse, and whether you move passively or purposefully are things that send direct messages to the horse.

I personally don’t use much in the way of verbal cues around my horses. Instead, I rely on putting that expression into my body for the horse to read. I’ve found that the more I use my voice, the less I use my body, and that shouldn’t be the case. Know that you can communicate clearly with your horse without necessarily saying a word out loud.

Mistake 3: People “lie” to their horses.So much of being a success with horses is about being consistent. If you are incon-sistent and don’t follow through when handling your horse, you literally “lie” to him. Some owners confuse their horses by not using the same cues each time. Others might cue correctly, but don’t persist until the horse responds correctly.

Both examples show inconsistency, and you must remember that your horse craves consistency. If you want positive results, you can’t be hit and miss by handling your horse inconsistently. Your horse is a product of the training skills you apply. Even a great horse won’t respond well unless you know how to raise your energy

level and ask him to perform accordingly. Many times an owner assumes that his

horse understands what he is being asked to do and that his horse is being disobedient. The horse seeks weakness and takes advan-tage of it.

Remember: Horses understand if you’re hesitant, timid or uncertain. This is why a horse bucks with one person, but not with another rider. That type of horse needs a dominant, assertive leader. If he can step into the saddle and become the leader by instigating activity—telling the horse what to do and how much to do it—the horse won’t even think about acting up or bucking.

Mistake 4: People ask their horses for too much too soon.Everything you do with your horse should be built in a progression of steps. In fact, building a horsemanship program is exactly like building a staircase. You can’t expect to arrive at the top unless you climb all the steps to get there.

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[ YOUR HORSE HEALTH QUESTIONS ANSWERED ]

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After graduating from the University of Minnesota College of Veterinary Medicine, Dr. Grant D. Myhre, B.S., D.V.M. completed his Large Animal/

Surgery internship at the College of Veterinary Medicine in Colorado and a two-year residency at Cornell University. He launched his career as a

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and Nuclear Medicine department, the state-of-the-art hospital now carries the rightful name Myhre Equine Clinic (MEC) and offers the most

experienced veterinary surgeons, diagnosticians, and highly educated staff. The clinic, located in Rochester, N.H., offers advanced imaging services

including computer assisted tomography (CAT) and is the only nuclear medicine center in Northern New England.

Dr. Myhre has been instrumental in the continued success of MEC and the equine complex as a whole, and continues as the facility’s senior

surgeon and hospital director. A Wentworth Hunt member, he is an avid equestrian and enjoys fox hunting, hunter pacing and trail riding.

About the Author

By Dr. Grant D. Myhre, B.S., D.V.M. & Ana Barndollar, D.V.M.

Growing up, it was drilled into my head that horses must be dewormed every six to eight weeks. Recently, I have heard that this is not the case, and doing so may even cause harm to them. Can you tell me what the proper schedule for deworming is?Thank you for your question. You are correct that we are moving toward less frequent deworming and focusing our efforts on targeted deworming. As a young pony clubber, I was taught to deworm my horse every two months, rotating between different products.

We have now realized that our deworming efforts may be overkill and most horses do not require deworming this often, depending on their environment. We have come to this conclusion by doing fecal examinations on horses’ manure and looking at fecal egg counts. Based on our experience with small ruminants and other large animals, we know that excessive deworming can lead to parasitic resistance to anthelmintics.

We have also learned from parasitic research that about 20-30% of horses in a herd are

carrying approxi-mately 80% of the parasite load for the entire herd. Ideally, we want to identify these horses and treat them strategically, meaning with dewormers

which we know to be effective against these parasites on a specific farm.

When planning a deworming protocol, the age of the horse, environment, climate, and husbandry practices need to be taken into consideration. The first step is to have your veterinarian run quantitative fecal egg counts on all horses at the barn, or at least the horses which are turned out together. The ideal time to start this is in the spring. However, you can also do it later in the year to determine your horse’s parasite load. This allows us to identify the low, medium, and high shedders.

You can then treat with the correct anthelm-intic based on the parasites that are identified. Additionally, horses that have significant parasite loads may need to have another fecal examination conducted based on the egg reappearance period (specific to each dewormer) after they have been dewormed. This will help to determine if the treatment was effective against the parasites identified.

Ideally, horses should have a fecal exam done twice yearly—once in the early spring and another conducted at the end of summer or early fall—or more frequently, if they are known to be high shedders. This is especially important if there has been a recent change in environment or if there is a new addition to the herd. Also, all horses should be dewormed with an anthel-mintic that targets tapeworms (praziquantel is effective) once a year, generally in the spring.

Other important measures against parasites include fecal removal from the environment, specifically manual removal of manure from paddocks. It is important to consult your veterinarian regarding the ideal deworming protocol for your horse, as each equine’s needs are different.

Veterinarians recommend that all horses be dewormed with an anthelmintic that targets tapeworms once a year.

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PRO DerbyCrossEven though eventing has been recog-

nized as an international equestrian discipline since its inclusion in the 1912 Olympic Games, it is overall

less popular than other horse sports. Therefore, eventers are often looking for creative and inno-vative means of promoting their sport.

PRO DerbyCross is the result of a brain-storming session with USEF High Performance Training List A member and Olympic hopeful Sinead Halpin, Canadian Eventing Team member and Olympic hopeful Rebecca Howard and their good friend, amateur rider/film producer Dana Voorhees. “I had been filming a television series, Inside Eventing: The Ultimate Horse Sport for the past year and a half with Sinead, Rebecca, Karen and David O’Connor and several other members of [the O’Connor Eventing Team],” says Voorhees. “The one thing that kept coming up was how difficult it was to capture the impact and drama of the cross-country phase of eventing. Camera coverage over a long advanced

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course with over 25 obstacles made it tough to cover, and expensive. In addition, it became clear that the sport’s scoring was difficult to follow for the uninitiated. We wanted to come up with a way to bring the excitement of the sport to a wider audience by condensing the cross-county into a smaller area and adding show jumping, to create a combined course of the two jumping disciplines. Spectators could see the entire competition from one vantage point and camera coverage for TV was greatly simplified.”

And so, PRO DerbyCross was born.

Defining PRO DerbyCrossIn its simplest explanation, PRO DerbyCross is comprised of a course of fences, about half of which are of show jumping construction and the other half cross-country. Horse and rider are timed as they complete the set course of obstacles; disobediences and refusals are penalized with time added to the overall

PRO DerbyCross

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score. Outside assistance in the event of broken equipment or being off course is permitted but is also penalized with addi-tional time faults. The entire competition can be held in a smaller area than a tradi-tional event, with some venues even being wholly contained within a stadium.

Samantha Lendl is the Executive Director of the Professional Rider’s Organization (PRO) and assists in the promotion of this newer variation of eventing. “The first [DerbyCross] competitions were held in 2007 in Virginia and Ocala, Florida,” she says. “DerbyCross is a way of bringing a hybrid form of [eventing] to a wider audience. It is quick and lively. Most DerbyCross competitions can be held in just under two hours from start to finish and the course is much more contained than traditional cross-country tracks, which require a lot of land.”

DerbyCross founders Howard and Halpin, though dedicated to the idea of the sport, were also heavily committed with their teaching, training, and competition schedules. Both riders were founding members of the PRO as well, and so a logical merger of the two orga-nizations was made in 2011.

“I am the Executive Director of PRO and so part of my job is to continue to grow PRO DerbyCross,” says Lendl. “Sinead, Rebecca, and Dana remain very

heavily involved.”Since the sport’s inception, it has

attracted participants from the discipline of eventing, but also show jumping and polo. Competitions feature both individual and team results. Individuals are ranked against other riders in their primary discipline, so the event riders are scored against other event riders, the show jumpers versus the show jumpers, and so on. However, the teams are usually made up of riders from multiple disciplines. At this time, PRO DerbyCross competi-tions ask jumping questions similar to the Preliminary and Intermediate levels of eventing, but Lendl says that they hope to create a PRO Amateur competi-tion at the Novice level soon.

“We have attracted the top riders in the world to come ride for teams and this continues to be the case,” says Voorhees. “Karen O’Connor, Phillip Dutton, Boyd Martin, Jan Byyny, Sinead Halpin, Rebecca Howard, Will Faudree, and Bruce and Buck Davidson have joined the likes of show jumpers Aaron Vale, Candace King, and Leslie Burr-Howard to take on the course. International polo players like Luis Escobar and Martin Estrada have participated and brought a lot of attention and their own cadre of devoted fans.”

USEF President David O’Connor has also shown his support for PRO DerbyCross by serving as the designer

Erynn Ballard and Topper jumping a cross-country style fence at the 2012PRO DerbyCross.

Jonathon Millar and Simply completing a cross-country style jump at the 2012 PRO DerbyCross.

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The Norfolk Hunt Club (www.norfolkhunt.com) in Medfield, Mass., is planning to continue to host its annual derby cross event each spring over Memorial Day weekend in May. This year’s derby cross is being held on Monday, May 28. Check their website for more information about this and other events hosted by the club.

Ledgefield Farm (www.ledgefieldfarm.com) in Uxbridge, Mass., hosts two derby cross events each year, held over the course of several days. Competitors must sign up for a day/time to take their turn. For 2012, the spring derby cross was held May 17-20; a second date will be arranged for October.

Hilltop Equestrian Center (www.hilltopequestriancenter.com) in Somersworth, N.H., offers a series of schooling events which includes the option to sign up for the derby cross, with levels offered from Elementary through Preliminary. Their monthly dates can be found online.

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for the course each year. Voorhees is pleased with the interest and

support that the PRO has shown in DerbyCross. “Samantha [Lendl] has been heading up the sport’s transition into venues like the Winter Equestrian Festival for the past two years,” she says. “Now, with venues like this, we are getting more and more exposure and recognition as a great sport to follow if you love horses and excitement.”

Spectators WelcomeOne of the most important and unique aspects about PRO DerbyCross is the attraction it has to spectators of all types. By holding the competition within a fairly contained space, organizers are able to show the audience the full range of jumps within one viewing area. In addition, transparent scoring, team competi-tions and a party-like atmosphere all contribute to an enjoyable experience, which keeps fans coming back.

“Cheering crowds create a lot of atmosphere and really motivate the riders to do well,” says Lendl. “It is also a lot of fun for spectators to get behind individual teams. Think of NASCAR fans who get behind a racing team, and you get the idea.”

Voorhees says that organizers really encourage spectators to support their favorite teams. “We love including the live music aspect,” she says. “We have a live DJ at our sanctioned PRO DerbyCross events to get the crowd going, and we really encourage team support. This is a page from any professional sports playbook—root for your favorites, cheer them on and get in the spirit of the competition.”

Voorhees says that some spectators are really starting to get creative in showing support for

their favorite riders and teams. “Sharon White has long been a DerbyCross captain and athlete. Every year, her fans turn out in bright orange wigs, shirts, socks, hats, whatever they can find. It’s great to get the crowd inspired.”

Lendl emphasizes that this is not your typical English riding competition, where the audience must remain quiet. “PRO DerbyCross is at its best with music, people cheering, and fans getting involved,” she says.

Lendl is beginning to see a loyal following of fans of the sport. “I think PRO DerbyCross is much anticipated each year,” she says. “We have steadily been building spectators and have had many people follow the competition through live streaming. Many other places are now holding their version of a Derby.”

Lendl says that the format of the PRO DerbyCross is trademarked, and that they hope to continue to grow the sport and hold it at other venues throughout the country. “We especially would like to see it come to places that do not traditionally have any horse sports and indoor arenas,” she says. “We would also like to see the growth of a PRO/Amateur PRO DerbyCross because it really is such a massive amount of fun.”

Coming to a Facility Near YouLendl’s observation that other venues have begun holding their own version of a Derby is prescient, and this trend has already begun to crop up at facilities in New England. D.A. Hayden is the secretary of the Norfolk Hunt Club, which hosted its first-ever derby cross event in 2011. “Last year, we decided to do a derby cross. We have so many members who are also eventers; it just seemed to make sense,” says Hayden.

The inaugural Norfolk Hunt Derby Cross was held at their steeplechase course in Medfield, Massachusetts, and occurred over Memorial Day weekend in conjunction with the Norfolk Hunt Horse Show. The site was well suited for the job. “There are so many natural obstacles, including stone walls, dropped logs and the like,” says Hayden.

In preparing their facility for the derby cross, the Norfolk Hunt Club turned to Jim Gornall, a USEF “R” technical delegate and “r” course designer for eventing. In addition, he and his wife Suzi have been hosting derby cross shows at their own Ledgefield Farm in Uxbridge, Massachusetts, for the past several years.

Hayden says that since one of the reasons that Norfolk Hunt chose to host a derby cross was to try to appeal to a wide audience, they felt it was important to offer many different divisions. “We had divisions for seniors, juniors, different levels, and so on,” she says. “We also promoted an encouraging attitude, and promoted schooling. There were many green horses.”

Rebecca Howard and Roquefort take on a cross-country style fence at the 2011 PRO DerbyCross.

Norfolk member Mike Paparo and his horse Maverick jump the drop bank at the 2011 Norfolk Hunt Derby Cross.

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The Norfolk Hunt Derby Cross attracted close to 70 riders in 2011, and this turnout encouraged organizers to try it again in 2012.

Gornall’s derby cross shows are also geared with schooling in mind. They have come up with a creative system to be able to accommodate a number of riders while utilizing a small space. “We run our derby cross over several days because we can only accommodate six trailers at a time,” says Gornall. “We have a 2-acre training area which has a variety of natural obstacles, including ditches, mounds, banks and sunken roads. We create courses of 16 to 18 obstacles that are set for Beginner Novice, a Novice-Training hybrid and a Training-Preliminary hybrid.”

Gornall does not time his derby cross events, saying that encouraging riders to go as fast as possible doesn’t promote horsemanship. He also strives to make the courses level, appropriate, and fair. “We don’t want to create a punishing course which causes falls, run outs and so on,” he says.

Inviting courses and no time component means that Gornall has had to be creative with judging his derby cross shows. “At the lower levels, there will be a lot of tied rounds with no jump penal-ties, so we came up with the idea of using positive points to separate the rounds,” he says.

About half of the jumps on the course are evaluated on the rider’s form, technique, and style. Riders know which jumps are being

scored, and at these elements they can earn positive points. Disobediences like refusals will earn the rider negative points. Entrants are allowed to school the course as many times as they wish; for each round they will receive a score. Gornall then averages the scores together to come up with a final result.

Clearly these forms of derby cross are similar to, but distinct from, the PRO DerbyCross which inspired them. However, organizers sing their praises. “The eventers who came were really blown away by what we have to offer,” says Hayden. “Many of them had never seen the course before. For the foxhunters, who are so used

to natural obstacles, it was fun to watch them cope with a show jumping fence thrown in.”

Hayden says that the first derby cross event drew riders from both the foxhunting and eventing communities, but this year they are hoping to see some of the Norfolk Hunt Horse Show participants connect with the derby cross as well. “We have so many events that are spectator oriented,” she says. “We really wanted to do this one for the riders.”

Looking AheadWith enthusiasm for this new sport apparent from the grassroots to the upper levels, it seems that derby cross has earned its place as an exciting new hybrid sport. However, Gornall thinks that it may someday progress to hold a more central position in the world of eventing.

“The thing about derby cross is that, looking down the road, it could someday replace cross-country,” says Gornall. “It is more affordable to build cross-country on a smaller acreage; you could run an entire course over five acres, or a polo field.”

Derby cross also requires fewer volunteers to prepare and facilitate, in addition to its less exten-sive space requirements. “If derby cross really catches on, it will go like wildfire,” says Gornall.

In the meantime, derby cross provides jumping riders of many disciplines the opportu-nity to challenge themselves over a unique style of course.

“Most DerbyCross competitions can be held in just under two hours from start to finish and

the course is much more contained than traditional

cross-country tracks, which require a

lot of land.” ~Samantha Lendl


Feature

Mastering the basics

with Leslie De Grandmaison

So you want to be a dressage star…but you can’t get down center-line straight. Or perhaps you’re an eventer who excels in the jumping phases, but can’t seem to score below a 60 in dressage. Or maybe you’re even an equitation rider looking to polish your pattern performances. No matter what your discipline, mastering the basics of dressage

will give you an excellent foundation to take you anywhere.

To deTermine how any equesTrian can get the best out of every ride by mastering the basics of dressage, we enlisted the help of USDF Silver and Bronze Medalist Leslie de Grandmaison of Salt Box Farm in Auburn, New Hampshire. Here, you’ll learn some tools to conquer the most fundamental elements of a dressage test and riding in general.

The Way ForwardBefore any specific movement can be executed, all riders must achieve one thing with their mount: A forward way of going. “The first requirement for any type of riding is that the horse is forward—that is a prerequisite—in particular for dressage. To me forward is a state of mind. You must have a feeling that when you ask the horse to step forward, it does. Forward does not mean fast, but the response to the aid must be prompt,” explains de Grandmaison.

What exactly entails moving forward? How do you know if your horse is forward, and how do you get him there if he’s not? “Horses fall into two general categories, ones that like to ‘go’ and ones

that like to conserve energy!” says de Grandmaison. “As riders, our goal is to develop an appropriate response from the horse in regards to ‘the forward state of mind.’”

If your horse rides more like a “clunker” running out of fuel than a shiny new Porsche, ready and raring to go, “You can start from the halt and close your inside leg and see what the horse’s reaction is. If there isn’t one, use a bigger aid—if there’s still no response, you need a tune up. Using walk-halt transitions, ask him to move briskly forward from the halt. If he doesn’t react to a small aid, a bigger one will get the horse’s attention. Repeat these transitions with the expectation that each response becomes more prompt. You can also use a whip to reinforce the leg aid—always in a reasonable, but effective manner.”

On the other hand, if your mount is more likely to “charge on,” as if in a jousting match, de Grandmaison has a solution for you, as well. “Ask for frequent downward transitions to develop the anticipation of slowing down. Teach the horse to wait and then allow him to move forward. If he’s

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rushing in the walk, do a brief halt as frequently as needed to create the expectation of the downward tran-sition. Use walk-halt and trot-walk transitions to tune him to your aids. After several repetitions, the horse starts to wait. Check your energy dial to be

sure you are relaxed and not adding to the frenzy as well.”Now that you’ve got your horse going forward in a relaxed

manner, it’s time to put the pieces of the dressage-test-puzzle together. All of the following movements are found in the most basic tests, and are essential skills to have through the FEI levels, as well as in any discipline. Keeping in mind that it is necessary to have the horse straight and between the aids to complete each movement, de Grandmaison walks us through the fundamental steps in easy-to-understand language.

Easy as Pie First up is the dreaded 20-meter circle, which often ends up looking more like an amoeba than a perfect circle. In order to perform one correctly, the rider must first know what a 20-meter circle is. In a 20 x 40-meter arena, which is most-often utilized at the lower levels, two perfect 20-meter circles fit inside of it. It can also be helpful to measure it out in your riding area. “But,” says de Grandmaison, “the geometry is easier said than done.”

Why is being able to execute a perfectly round 20-meter circle so important, anyway? A 20-meter circle, according to de Grandmaison, is fairly large, but still small enough to encourage the correct bend in the direction of travel, and teaches the beginnings of balance. “There are a lot of benefits to riding on the circle. One goal is to encourage balance, and it also trains the horse to be obedient and focused,” she explains. “By virtue of keeping the horse on the circle line, he stays on his aids and between the seat, leg, and rein of the rider—this allows more difficulty to be incorporated later on.”

Accuracy is essential when riding a circle. If you’re practicing in a small dressage arena, “the rider begins the circle, leaving the track with appropriate bend at A touching between F and B, taking one stride on the track; continuing on and going over X; then touching the track for one stride between E and K,” says de Grandmaison.

“Once you’re able to accurately ride the 20-meter circle, then you develop appropriate bend and balance for his training.” For a Training Level horse, this should include a level or slightly uphill carriage, as well as clear and steady rhythm while accepting contact with the bit.”

However, de Grandmaison cautions riders not to get stuck in a rut. “It’s important that you give breaks and use variety,” she says. “The use of cones and cavaletti add interest and challenge. Keep in mind not to stay on the circle too long. You can ride half or full 20-meter circles with frequent changes of rein—that way the horse stays interested in the work.”

On the Straight and NarrowIf your horse looks like he’s been hitting up the local dive-bar instead of training hard for your upcoming show as he travels down centerline, it’s time for a change. “Riding a straight centerline seems like it would be really easy, but it’s one of the hardest things to do,” says de Grandmaison. “It’s important to have some sort of visual marker at the end of the line you’re riding—whether it’s a rock, tape, or letters. The first step

About LeslieLeslie de Grandmaison has ridden and trained horses for more than 25 years while studying with some of the world’s best dressage masters and clinicians. She is a USDF Bronze and Silver Medalist, a USDF “L” graduate with distinction, and is British Horse Society Assistant Instructor Certified.

Leslie continues to ride, audit and attend clinics as she continues to strive for perfection and education. She regularly attends clinics and symposiums sponsored by the USDF and USEF to keep her teaching and training fresh. Recently, Leslie has returned to eventing at the lower levels. She also coaches many event riders in addition to her dressage students.

Leslie’s belief in kind and systematic training of both horse and rider produces results. Her positive approach of teaching and training give the horse and rider confidence in their skills and work. Leslie places strong emphasis on correct rider position and appropriate advancement for both horse and rider. Her balanced and progressive style creates happy and healthy horses that willingly work for their riders.

his aids and between the seat, leg, and rein of the rider—this allows more difficulty to be incorporated later on.”

in a small dressage arena, “the rider begins the circle, leaving the track with appropriate bend at A touching between F and B, taking one stride on the track; continuing on and going over X; then touching the track for one stride between E and K,” says de Grandmaison.

then you develop appropriate bend and balance for his training.” For a Training Level horse, this should include a level or slightly uphill carriage, as well as clear and steady rhythm while accepting contact with the bit.”

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would be to master riding down the long side of your riding area in a straight line.”

Properly executing a straight line is as much about the rider’s focus and preparation as it is about the mount’s body positioning. “Keep your eyes up so you notice any variation [in your line]. You feel and see the changes of straightness better when looking ahead and not at the ground in front of you. If the horse loses balance or resists against the aids, make a nice 20-meter circle and then continue on your straight line again.”

After riders have developed a feel for straightness on the long side, it’s time to start practicing down the center, or even a quarter line. “Keeping the horse straight, steady, and on the aids, turn down centerline—line up your visual marker between the horse’s ears...In the beginning, practice riding the straight line in the same direction several times and then change direction. I always start with the horse’s easier side,” says de Grandmaison.

One of the difficult things about riding a straight centerline is recovering after a botched start. de Grandmaison offers up the following advice on the approach: “As you’re nearing the corner before your centerline, look down the arena to the end. Prepare your turn so you land on or slightly before the line. This way you can adjust toward it, versus overshooting and correcting back. You can also set up cones or cavalettis over X as a visual aid, and so that the horse is encouraged to stay straight and forward.”

Think Inside the Box No, we are not encouraging our readers to be closed-minded, but rather, want riders to have the ability to conquer the square halt. “In teaching or training the horse for a square halt, I find that [those] who have a natural balance will land square…others are the opposite,” explains de Grandmaison.

Keep your eyes up to help you visualize straightness while riding down centerline.

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Dressage Pyramid of Training

Rhythm(with energy & tempo)

Relaxation(with elasticity & suppleness)

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acceptance of the aids)

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If you’re unsure of how to get your horse to square up and he doesn’t do it naturally, hoping and praying probably isn’t going to do the trick. Luckily, de Grandmaison has some guidance to have you halting like a pro. “Most of the issues with horses not halting square come from a loss of balance and lack of straight-ness in downward transitions,” she says. “The first thing you want to do is practice the walk-halt. In the straight and balanced walk, ask the horse to halt. Balance and correct him as the transitions occur. Then progress to the trot-walk-halt. Be fair, but expect a better response and balance as the transitions progress.”

Then it’s time to focus on being square. “Once you have the walk-halt and trot-walk-halt straight and balanced, you begin to ask your horse to correct himself forward into a square halt. For most horses, it is easier to ask the front feet to come square, although we want the transition to come from the hind end.”

de Grandmaison suggests that the rider ask the horse to move forward after an uneven halt and note how it feels when he then lands square in the front. You can use mirrors or have another person watching to help accomplish this at first. You can also peek down yourself, but sometimes this will cause the horse to move. Once this seems consistent, then ask the hind end to correct itself. “Start to ask the horse to step up squarely with his hind end. Ask the trailing leg to step forward and reward the effort even if it’s not complete,” she says. “This work can be done when hacking or trail riding to increase

difficulty and add variety.”Riders can work on mastering

this basic even when not mounted. “Asking the horse to halt square when handling him from the ground can complement the under saddle work as well. Even when he’s on cross-ties—take advantage of those opportunities to ask him to step up to a square position,” says de Grandmaison.

“Once you have the horse fairly confirmed in the square halt, then progress to the trot-walk-halt. There are always challenges in keeping the horse balanced. If problems increase, go back to the easier transitions to fix them and gain confidence. There’s

no point in asking for the halt if the preceding gait is unbalanced.”

Positive ReinforcementWhile training yourself and your horse to master the basics, de Grandmaison reminds everyone that one thing is important above all else: “Reward the horse for every positive effort he takes and make fair corrections to less than perfect ones. Use aids the horse can hear, which often means bigger ones. Then return to lighter aids once his attention and balance are achieved. Make sure you’re always rewarding a positive effort—use your voice, give a pat, or give a break so the horse recognizes the good effort. Generous reward is never wrong.”

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» Plan A: Small Beginnings, Big PlansWe all want the state-of-the-art barn, the indoor arena, wash stalls, heated tack rooms and all the rest. If your future plans include a boarding barn or training facility, these “amenities” might even be considered necessary tools of the trade. Unfortunately, unless you’re among the wealthiest of buyers, you probably won’t be able to afford all of that right out of the starting gate. But that doesn’t mean you should give up on your dreams. “Given that today’s market reflects prices that are 20-30% under the values they held six years ago, and new construction costs have remained steady, finding a property that has close to the critical features and amenities with an eye toward conversion may allow a much better value for the buyer in the long run,” states Gerri Bernstein of Equine Homes Real Estate.

Buying a large acreage with a small, but workable facility might make good busi-ness sense. “You always want to have an exit strategy in case things change,” cautions Ginette Brockway, broker/agent for Homes and Horses, a division of Keller Williams Realty. “Large horse properties with indoor arenas tend to be more expensive and thus

limit the buyer pool. A smaller horse farm will sell more easily, especially if it has the potential to become a full facility.”

A small facility on large acreage offers the room to expand. Alternatively, you might consider developing a raw parcel from scratch. Let’s look at how both approaches might work for you.

Plan A takes advantage of the sluggish pace of the real estate market, especially when it comes to land sales. Compared to the overall housing market, land prices offer some of the best deals. If you’re considering buying in a rural area, you’re in luck. Generally speaking, the farther you get from the city or suburbs, the lower the prices.

Consider properties with two-, four-, or six-stall barns on substantial acreages that can be expanded as your business grows. Until you build bigger and better facilities, be creative. Your own horses can live happily outside, providing they have adequate shelter (a run-in shed will do) while you offer your clients the inside stalls.

Always check with zoning before making an offer. Be sure the zoning officer understands the details of your plans, especially if they include running a business. Don’t assume that because there’s a similar business just downthe road or even an existing business on the

master horseman will tell you that prior and proper preparation is the key to confidence and success. That’s true when it comes to working with

horses and it’s true in our personal and professional lives as well. Whether you’re buying a property with an eye on launching an equine business or searching for a private facility to house your own horses, good planning is critical. Before you sign for that 30-year mortgage, let’s look at three possible back-up plans that could help lessen your financial risk.

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property, that you can skip getting zoning approval.

If you’re looking at raw land, keep in mind that pre-approved building lots are less risky. They usually cost a bit more than unapproved lots, but you’ll know in advance that you can build on them. Approved lots usually have perc and water tests in place, and detailed maps showing the lay of the land. The type of soil (sandy loam is best for building), wetlands, grades, and property lines will be identified. Be careful of properties that have a lot of wetlands as there could be substantial building restrictions.

“Usable land is the key,” says Brockway. “This way you can expand when you want to. Hiring a land engineer is helpful once you find land that you’re interested in to make sure it isn’t sitting on a ledge or wetlands.” Once again, you’ll want to get a stamp of approval from your local zoning officer.

Buying more land than you need ensures your business has room to expand down the road. In the meantime, even if you don’t have that indoor arena, use your imagination to create fun riding spaces. One local barn used a large grassy field as a challenging riding area and obstacle course. They let the grass grow very tall and then mowed an intricate maze throughout it. Their lesson included riding in and finding a way out.

» Plan B:Long-Term Investment If you have the opportunity to buy more land than you need, it might be in your best interest to do so. Bernstein conveys, “Of all the elements that are fundamental to developing an equestrian facility, premium land is the most challenging to acquire, but not impossible to find. Developers that have withdrawn properties from the market because of stalled new construction are often a good source of large, suitable equestrian land parcels.” While land is somewhat of a long-term investment, it’s hard to go wrong, providing you do your homework.

If you buy a large acreage with the idea of selling part of it off later, you’ll really have to do some research to be sure the land you choose is sub-dividable. We recommend enlisting the help of a civil engineer or land survey specialist before making your final decision. He or she can help you avoid land-locked properties, water issues, problems with utilities, and access.

“In addition to having a land engineer walk the land, research property lines carefully at the town hall. Talk to the conservation committee and building departments to be sure your plans will be approved,” warns Brockway.

Aside from zoning, you might come across objections from neighbors. Each lot will have to pass perc tests for water, septic, and the town might place a minimum on lot sizes. In many rural areas this can be two acres or more. Check deed restrictions, flood plains, codes, and ease-

ments. Consider also, that subdividing large acreages can create opposition from neighbors. As a general rule, land tends to appreciate over time, but buy smart. Think location, location, location when it comes to land. Relatively dry acreages with views will command the most money.

» Plan C:Buy a Property With Room to Rent or LeaseLoft apartments, divided farmhouses, or even guest houses can provide extra rental income to help you meet mortgage payments. Once again, check with zoning to be sure these are legal spaces to rent. “Most large horse farms have an apartment for the barn manager or trainer,” says Brockway. “This is a very attractive feature and helps to keep costs down.”

Choose tenants carefully. On a farm property, you’ll want a non-smoker and preferably someone who can help care for the horses when you’re away or to help out around the farm. Don’t limit yourself to someone with horses of their own. Sometimes a handyman makes for the perfect tenant. He or she can mend fences, manage the manure or compost pile, plow snow, mow grass, or complete any multitude of tasks you’re too busy to handle.

Finding a tenant can be done by word of mouth, but be sure to do a credit and background check before agreeing to rent. If your tenant will also be a farm employee or will be leasing stalls as part of the rental agreement, consult an equine lawyer to help you design a contract that meets both of your needs. This reduces your risk of liability later on should a conflict arise.

Extra tenants need room, so consider things like extra parking for vehicles both for the tenant and

his or her visitors. You might have to arrange for trash pick-up, separate utilities, and the like.

If sharing your living or barn space isn’t your thing, consider buying more land than you need and renting that out instead. Local farmers are often looking for land and pasture to grow crops or graze livestock. We know of one local farm that leases his pasture to local horse owners. The horse owners have invested in run-in sheds and fencing and pay the farm owner a monthly ‘lease’ fee.

In this arrangement, the horse owners do all their own labor, but the details vary depending on the participants. Be sure to put in writing who is responsible for what, including main-taining fences, pastures, storm damage, liability insurance, feeding, and watering the horses. “I have seen people lease land from the town for extra pasture. These are usually a long-term lease and can work well. But I would caution that it is better to own the land rather than lease,” advises Brockway.

No matter what plan you choose, pay close atten-tion to the property’s zoning classification. Your equine business could be considered commercial. If you’ve purchased in a strict agricultural zone, you could be out of luck when it comes to trying to start your business. The restrictions could affect re-sale, financing, and even how you’re taxed.

There are many ways to achieve your dream of having your own equine property. Whether your ultimate goal is owning a 65-stall facility, or having a small, but successful business, being creative will help get you there.

Karen Baril writes from her home base,Pen-y-Bryn Farm in northwestern Connecticut, a paradise she shares with five horses, two dogs, a cat, seven chickens, and a husband who boasts a sense of humor. You can visit her at www.karenbaril.com.

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Horse show season is in full swing and chances are good that your calendar is already packed with events that you are eager to attend.

Whether you are in the market for a new saddle seat mount or just starting your show ring career, now is a good time to begin your search for the ideal junior exhibitor or amateur horse.

There are several factors to take into consid-eration before diving into this fun, fast-paced discipline. Finding the right mount will help you grow as a rider and achieve your goals in the show ring. The American Saddlebred is uniquely suited for the amateur and junior exhibitor divisions because of its kind, energetic nature and natural, high stepping knee action.

(Left) Dominique Bowlen riding Lexington Junior League and American Royal 3-Gaited Pony Champion and Grand Champion CH Powerful Tango.


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Read on for valuable insights from New England area trainers who have coached coun-tless amateur and junior exhibitor saddle seat teams to the winner’s circle at the local, regional, and national levels. Here, they share worthwhile advice on three key areas to consider that will help set you up for show ring success and the learning experience of a lifetime.

TemperamentThere are many factors to take into

consideration when evaluating a horse—the professional trainers that we spoke with agree that temperament always ranks near (if not at) the top of the must-have list. Prepping for the show ring requires hours of practice, so it is important to select a horse that is willing to work and has a consistent temperament. “A happy horse that likes his job, is good with his ears, and is kind and forgiving is a must,” explains Darlene DeBlois of Dar-Col Stables in Litchfield, New Hampshire. A horse that doesn’t get sour with repetition and is patient will go a long way toward helping a rider grow their confidence and prepare for the demands of showing.

Darla Wright of High Tail Acres in Newbury, Massachusetts, says, “We evaluate a prospect based on show experience, safety and soundness of mind and body, as well as conformation.” Wright and co-lead trainer Deidre Henry start new riders with an evaluation lesson before entering the program. As the rider’s skill level grows, so does their confidence and ability in the saddle. When a team that is well suited excels together, then the horse and rider can help one another become better.

“The two main characteristics that I look for in every horse are an attitude to work and a willingness to learn,” says Kristen Cater of Cater Stables in Dunbarton, New Hampshire. “Horses are like people—the more motivated and energetic and positive they are, the easier they are to train and the better they are at their job.” Kristen and her husband David have experience putting beginner through advanced level riders in the show ring at the local, regional, and national levels.

Suitability & SoundnessEnlisting help from a professional

trainer that you trust will ensure that you make a good decision when it comes time to make a purchase. Before you begin your search, set clear expectations about what level of competition you want to take part in and be realistic about your goals based on your

experience. This will help steer you in the right direction. Be upfront about your budget and factor in routine expenses including training fees, shoeing, show expenses, and vet bills to get a better sense of what you are committing to by owning a show horse.

“Safety should always be your primary concern,” explains Elaine Gregory of Brookfield, Vermont. “Selecting a mount that suits your level of riding ability and personality is paramount. It seems to be the most over-looked point in the decision making process.” Gregory also cites soundness and suitability as top considerations, noting that it takes just as much money to feed a bad horse as it does a good one—so buy the best horse that you can for your money.

Do your research and don’t be in a rush to find the right horse. “I would recommend looking into a horse’s reputation, not that it will always be the same since horses work differently with different trainers and different owners,” says Cater. A horse that has experi-ence showing will be more suitable for the younger, timid rider who is just starting out.

Alternatively, a younger horse who is more green may be the perfect challenge for a seasoned rider who has more than a few show seasons under his or her belt.

“I love to find a ‘fresh face’ for the show ring, but you do have to be careful that you do not buy a horse that is too inexperienced for the rider,” explains Sarah Lettre of Wright Way Stables in Augusta, Maine. Evaluate each rider to determine their ability level, what division they are most suited for, and what their goals are to ensure that the horse is a good fit.

ConformationOftentimes, horses that don’t appear

to fit the bill at first glance may end up being a suitable pick due to other factors such as experience, attitude, conformation, or age. A trainer who has your goals in mind will be able to evaluate a prospect for key traits and may recommend a horse for different reasons.

Decide up front whether you are looking in a prospect for the Performance or Equitation division. In the Equitation division, selecting a horse that is easy to maneuver, knows his

patterns (or has demonstrated an aptitude to learn them), has smooth transitions, and has a look that matches the rider is of utmost importance. A tall horse with a high headset will likely complement a tall rider.

“The ability of the rider is equally important as the division,” explains Lettre. “Certainly overmounting the rider is something that could be detrimental to all involved…I want my riders to be challenged, but safety is para-mount. And lastly, of course, you must find a horse that fits the rider’s ‘look’—color isn’t as important to me, but show charisma and size does need to match up with the rider so that the overall appearance of the team is appealing to watch.”

“Often, the horse I think we will fall in love with is not a good match, and the one that we didn’t have any intention of even looking at is the perfect horse,” explains Cater. “I also ask that prospective buyers not be too specific about what they are looking for…because they might want a mare, but instead find a gelding, or they might want an older horse and instead find a nice 4-year-old. I just try to have people

keep an open mind, and find the nicest horse we can for what we have to spend.”

For Sally Kropp of Kropp River Stables in North Franklin, Connecticut, suitability is the most important factor to take into consideration when evaluating a prospect for the Amateur or Junior Exhibitor divisions. “Pick a horse that is equal to the ability of the rider and vice versa. Take your time and don’t rush the process. You never know what is around the corner,” says Kropp. “Every junior exhibitor has different strengths and it is our job to help them find the right horse to boost their confidence and to help them grow as riders.” She recommends trying a horse more than once and not judging a prospect based on looks or age, which can often be deceiving.

Be patient when selecting the saddle seat horse of your dreams and you will enjoy many thrilling show ring performances. Whether you are showing at a local 4-H event or are headed to the World Championships, enjoy the small milestones along the way, keep your focus, use the resources that are available to you, and you will achieve show ring success.

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LONGER PHYSICALLY SERVICEABLE, the problem of what to do with unwanted equines is growing. Retirement is the most desirable answer. Unfortunately, the existing shelters fill up rapidly, although there are retirement farms that will board horses at pasture for a fee.

A Long Island sanctuary, Amaryllis Farm Equine Rescue began on a ranch in California several years ago and extended its rescue efforts in 2009. It presently operates on 55 acres at eight locations in the Hamptons on eastern Long Island.

“The number of Long Island horses trying to get into Amaryllis sent us reeling backward,” said Christine Barrett-Distefano. “These 25- to 30-year-olds were turned away from the resale rescues. Healthy and happy, but unrid-able and elderly, is a horrifying way to be if you are a horse without an honor-able human.”

Amaryllis carried 56 horses through the winter of 2010-2011 with no adoptions. One of its older rescue horses, called Trooper, was

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(L-R) Dawn King, Rachel Ambrosino and Katie Brannick from Amaryllis Farm Equine Rescue.

The first weekend in May marked the 25th anniversary of the Weston-

Wayland Open Spring Horse Show, held under current management. On Saturday, the show offered both Hunter and Pleasure divisions. The day went off without a hitch, and volunteers kept the rings moving so that many compet-itors were able to make it home in time for the running of the Kentucky Derby.

The Leadline division attracted many competi-tors, but Lila Powers and Homeport’s Shyan prevailed to win both qualifiers plus the championship. There were enough riders to sepa-rate the Walk-Trot 10 & Under into two divisions. Christmas Twinkler, ridden by Charlotte Morzano and Angel of Mine, ridden by Emmalyn Mirarchi, each took the championship in their split.

The Costume class, held during the lunch break, was very popular with spectators. There were several winners this year, including a tie for Most Beautiful—Cricket ridden by Audrey Morzano, and

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Dune, ridden by Claudia Morzano. Homeport’s Shyan with Lila Powers took the ribbon for Most Original, and Jelly Bean and Lexi Mordas were the Brightest.

Beach Music, ridden by Kathrin Midgely, pinned many times, including taking the Open Pleasure Championship. Homeport’s Hanna also did very well in the Open Pleasure classes with riders Katherine Markmann and Whitney Halpern.

Throughout the day, divisions including Pet Pony, Beginner Walk-Trot-Canter, and Open Pleasure kept regional favorite Joe Lombard very busy in the judge’s truck.

The Hunter ring began the day with First Look and Short Stirrup divisions. Fantastic Mr. Fox and Laura Bacon were the Short Stirrup Champions, while Northgate Farm’s Laci, ridden by Laura Sarni, took home the First Look Championship.

Whitney Petterson and Pepe LePew had a very successful day, winning both over fences qualifiers plus the Pony Hunter Championship.

Gunnar and Shannon Day also had a good show, winning the over fences qualifiers and the Special Hunter Championship.

This year was Weston, Mass., native Kim Junherr’s first time offi-ciating at the show. She seemed very happy to be able to catch up with many of her old contempo-raries as well as some of the old 4-H and Pony

Club leaders.One of the fun

aspects of a competition with such longevity is seeing the children of competitors who grew up riding here. Dana (Hills) Riley’s daughter, Taylor; Andrea (Kilburn) Petterson’s daughter, Whitney; and Kathy (Hearn) Richards’ daughter, Kristen all did very well in their rings, and it was great to watch the next generation coming along.

Sunday’s Weston Dressage and Two-Phase Event also went off very well. Judy Travers-Lawless manned the judge’s trailer and provided positive and encour-aging comments for all who entered the ring.

The day began with the two-phase dressage. Once those competi-tors finished their tests,

they moved on to the jumping phase while the dressage-only riders performed their tests. The jumping was held over a modified cross-country course, and many competitors took advantage of the opportunity to go around a second time or have a second student ride a favorite school horse by entering the Cross-Country Pace division.

It was a good day for several local riders. Kristen Richard, Ann Wiedie, Sherry Haydock, Debie McSweeney and the mother/daughter team of Kelly and Emily Pesek all did well in their divisions. Ann, Sherry, Debie and Kelly had the added fun of taking either high point or reserve ribbons in their divisions.

The proceeds from the weekend’s events provide the sole funding for the maintenance and upgrades of the Ruth B. Dickson Memorial Rings. These are the former 4-H rings located in a field that is part of Weston’s beautiful conser-vation land. The rings also host the Weston Fall Hunter Pace as well as the Massachusetts Carriage and Driving Society’s Fall Scurry.

The strong support of competitors and spon-sors allows the show to fund the Dickson Rings entirely, while running a relaxing early season competition with affordable entry fees. The show also has a great crew of seasoned volun-teers who provide friendly responses to competitors’ inquiries and requests. Added together, it made for a great weekend of early spring competition. For more information, visit www.westonshows.com.

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(Clockwise from above) Senior Walk-Trot Champion Lorena Sistig riding Snickers; Walk-Trot High Score winners Callie Sconyers and Huckleberry Finn; Weston Classic Jumper Stake winners Alilya Corkey and Koka Kola.

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saved from slaughter and became attached to an ulcer-ridden horse, Dan Angel. Trooper helped other horses (and people) until he lost his life to founder. He was one of the many equine senior citizens with no place to go until Amaryllis took him in.

Among the horses currently residing at Amaryllis is Heartbreaker, a Paint mare who suffered abuse and cannot be ridden. She had been adopted, but her pasture mate was struck by lightning and killed. Another Paint, Cowboy, is a perma-nent resident also in need of a half-adopter. A rescued racehorse called Friend Bear was rescued in memory of another horse called Teddy Bear. He is in his 20s and has ringbone and cataracts. A full sponsor or adopter would enable him to remain on the farm.

Like people, there are some horses that do not take well to retirement. Those that remain sound and healthy often appear to enjoy their work in their later years. Two Percherons, Duke, 27, and Mr. Callahan, 29, are still pulling wedding carriages for the Regal Carriage Company. Both were purchased two years ago from Sam uliano of Long Island by one of his former employees who has expanded the business and added two more white Percherons, Sonadora and Diesel. Many Long Islanders are riding older horses, thanks to lives improved and extended through better nutri-tion and veterinary care.

education is important for would-be horse owners, who may not be aware of the responsi-

bility or the life span of a horse. Horse ownership is a commitment that requires consideration and respect. “People [buying horses] should know what they’re getting into,” said erica Caslin of the unwanted Horse Coalition.

“Keep your word to [the horse] at all costs,” Christine of Amaryllis adds. “Do whatever it takes to ensure his safety and look after him. There are no easy ways out.”

Brush Fires Threaten Long Island HorsesBrush fires in April threatened the Ridge and Manorville areas in Suffolk County, due to dry weather and high winds. Homes were destroyed, firemen injured, and several horses had to be rescued from their barns.

“We were told to evacuate half of our horses,” said Carolyn Jolly of Hidden Pond Stable in Manorville, n.Y. The horses were taken to Amaryllis, Touch and Go Farm and other barns. none suffered injury or smoke inhalation.

Laurie Wolny of Annie’s Acres safely evacuated 58 horses. She was in the Hamptons when she heard about the fire. While Wolny rushed home, her niece, trainer nicole Murphy, made phone calls and her sister spread the news on Facebook.

exits 69 and 70 on the Long Island expressway were closed, so help had to arrive from the east via edwards Ave. (exit 71) and back roads. Laurie made three trips with five horses crammed into her four horse trailer and was forced to drive straight through a fence on the side of her property. Other horses were squeezed into a stock trailer or picked up by other trailers, and people even showed up

on foot offering to walk horses out. “The effort was tremendous,” said Wolny.

Approximately 17 horses were taken to Hillcrest Stable, 14 to union Standardbred Farm, and the remainder to Touch and Go Farm and Gold Rush in Baiting Hollow, where the north Shore Horse Rescue is based.

The roads were still closed on Tuesday morning, and the horses were not returned until Wednesday, April 11. Although there was no damage to the buildings, Annie’s Acres suffered damage near the front gate to grass, an evergreen hedge and 60 to 70 feet of fence line. Homes a quarter of a mile away burned down, and a building across the street exploded. Wolny extends a heartfelt thanks to everyone who offered their help.

Lynne Weisbard of Sundance Stable chose not to leave. “There was no time to evacuate,” she explained, and she also feared exposing her horses to stress and possible disease at other barns. Since the fire was behind her property, her firefighter husband, eric, brought in trucks and blasted water into the woods. Lynne, herself a former firefighter, said, “each barn should have a plan. We all need to band together.”

Summer Shows at Old FieldOld Field Farm will host several charity horse shows this year including the following: Smithtown Hunt Horse Show and Brunch, to be held June 9-10; the Gold Coast Classic, June 29 - July 1; the Suffolk Classic, July 6-8; the nassau Suffolk Horsemen’s Association Show and Lobster Clambake August 19; and the Long Island Classic and equitation Finals, to be held September 8-9.

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For many years, the Eastern Competitive Trail Riding Association (ECTRA) sanc-tioned a very popular ride known as the New York 100, which was based at the Madison County Fairgrounds, utilizing the Brookfield State Horse Trails. A loyal team led by manager Anne Filley gathered every Fourth of July weekend to mark trails, put out water for horses, plan meals, provide prizes, and make sure experienced riders and those new to the sport had a safe and enjoyable time. Following the 2010 ride, this team decided to retire.

After a one-year hiatus, a new team has stepped in to provide leadership and make sure that the opportunity to compete on these beautiful trails is not lost. This year’s Brookfield rides are sponsored by the New York State Horse Council at the Madison County Fairgrounds on June 29 and 30 and July 1, 2012. They will again be sanctioned by ECTRA.

While there is a cadre of riders who are looking forward to coming back to the Brookfield ride, the new team is hoping to reorganize it to encourage more newcomers to the sport. There will be three

co-located events. The longest will be a two-day 50-mile ride, the next will be a one-day 30-mile ride, and the third will be a 15-mile conditioning distance ride.

Facilities at the Madison County Fairgrounds include stabling for all horses, plenty of parking for trailers, showers, and a dining room for meals. The ride is primarily on trails with a short section on dirt roads and the shoulder of a lightly traveled paved road. Trails are varied, including hills, woods, and high ridges with beautiful views and inviting cantering areas.

For more information on the association, visit www.ECTRA.org. To learn more about the ride, contact ride manager Dan Gruen at [email protected], call 315-749-8086, or contact ride secretary Joanna Lasher at [email protected] or at 518-882-1515.

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The first show of the 2012 Central Mass. Horse Show Series (CMHSS) was held on April 29, 2012 at Camp Marshall in Spencer, Mass.

Director of Camp Marshall Jeanne Cassavant and her crew did yeoman’s work in getting the place ready for the show, and as always, it looked great. Exhibitors and spectators were very cooperative, parking in their assigned areas and everyone had plenty of space for the horses and trailers.

Officiating at the show were Scott Laffey in the Short Stirrup ring, Sherri Blews in the Open ring and Richard Luckhardt in the Hunter ring. Everyone kept things moving and the show was completed by 4:00 p.m.

The first Classic winners of the year were Tori Sullivan of Tough-E-Nuf Farm with TS Triple Take, who won the Pedlar Classic, Rachael McPherson of M Diamond Ranch, who won the Two Town Trotters 4-H Classic, and Haley Becker of Four Winds Farm riding Marcco, who took home the Tough-E-Nuf Walk-Trot Classic cooler. Winning the Four Winds Farm Equitation Classic cooler was Alyssa Clark of Tough-E-Nuf Farm and taking home the Holiday Acres Hunter Challenge cooler was Nicole Rossi and Take Time to Shine from Touch of Magic Equestrian Center. It was a great job by all of the classic riders.

Day-End awards were presented in 33 divisions. Winning three day-ends was Julia Hurlburt of All In Stride Farm with Mister Oreo, who won the Color Breed Day-End Award, sponsored by All American Farm; the Hunt Seat Jr. division; and the Short Stirrup Equitation division. Taylor Paine and Graf Tesoro, riding out of Hugo Hill Stable, won both Children’s divisions. Lexi Thayer of Camp Marshall won the Day-End Award in one of the new divisions added this year, Beginner Walk-Trot. Brent Cassavant, also of Camp Marshall, earned the award in the Pony Hunters, also added this year.

We thank everyone for coming and remind competitors to keep their numbers as they will be the same all year long. Please put them on your entries. The next show will be on Father’s Day, June 17. There will also be a High Point Trainer Award given at this show. For more information, email [email protected] or visit www.cmhss.net.

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In an effort to spice things up over previous years, organizers of Everything Equine brought in experts from the eventing field, and brought their own versatility

challenge to the table, deeming the April 28-29, 2012 expo “An Extreme Event.” Taking place at the Champlain Valley Exposition Center in

Essex Junction, Vt., Everything Equine drew a weekend crowd of 5,700.

The event also featured a new layout, with 100 exhibitors —a 15% increase over last year. “Overall I think it was probably the best layout that we’ve had and the smoothest operation that we’ve had, even with all the new changes,” said Tom Oddy, Director of Special Events.

Attendance was up this year, too, “I think [the crowd] really liked having the indoor and outdoor demonstrations, and the new layout worked. Everything was timed perfectly—on Sunday they could go to the Extreme Trail Challenge early and then go shopping,” said Oddy.

With over 300 volunteers on hand to help out, the expo offered 35 seminars and demonstrations. Former Olympic eventer Denny Emerson, along with Sue Berrill and Andrea Waldo were the featured clinicians. “I think we’ve always wanted to bring the eventing discipline to Everything Equine, and with the timing of the Rolex, we

hadn’t been getting the right presenters. Denny and Sue happened to be available this year and they were a huge draw. We were able to do classroom seminars and indoor and outdoor live demonstrations with them,” said Oddy.

The Extreme Trail Event drew a crowd of 700 people on Sunday morning. “The stands were packed,” said Oddy. “It went over very well. It was presented by the Northwest Riding and Driving Club, and went off on schedule, had great judges, and obstacles.

“We’re very thankful to our sponsors, exhibi-tors, and public,” concluded Oddy. For more information on Everything Equine and the Champlain Valley Exposition Center, visit www.cvexpo.org.

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The first annual University of Massachusetts Donkey and Mule Show was held on Saturday, April 28 at the UMass Hadley Farm in

Hadley, Mass. The event served to show off not only

the skills of many of the UMass Donkey Club members, but those of partici-pants (and their long-eared friends) from New Hampshire, Massachusetts, and Connecticut as well. The income from the day benefitted both the Donkey Club and Save Your Ass (SYA) Long Ear Rescue of Acworth, N.H.

The Donkey Club at UMass began last year under the supervision of veterinarian Dr. Steven Purdy, director of the Camelid Program and UMass International Donkey Program. Students from a variety of majors have learned to handle the resident donkeys, and on the day of the event, joined other long ear owners in showing their animals in-hand and through obstacle courses. Saddle and driving classes, a classic mule “coon jumping” competition, and a costume class rounded out the day.

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The New Hampshire 4-H State Horse Judging and Hippology contests were held on April 14 in Walpole, N.H. There were 4-H members

from eight of the 10 New Hampshire counties involved. A total of 24 members participated in the judging contest and 20 took part in the afternoon hippology contest.

The State 4-H Judging Contest is an event where participants use their knowledge of horses to place classes of four halter or performing equines. Each county may enter one Reasons team and up to six additional members can participate in the Non-Reason division. This is a statewide educational competition and all participants must be involved in a 4-H program. Youth do not need to own or show horses to take part.

The Judging Contest began with the members and coaches meeting at the Walpole Elementary School at 8:00 a.m. After registra-tion, the members loaded a bus and traveled to Smith Fields Morgans, where they judged six classes—four in-hand and two riding. Back at the school at 11:30 a.m., the Senior members (14 and older) prepared for their two Reasons classes. The five Senior members placed as follows: In first place was Christina Morin of Coos County, with Rachel Crinklaw of Hillsborough County in second, Kendall Donahoe of Belknap County in third, Elizabeth Gaffney of Rockingham County

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in fourth, and Nicholas Shepard of Cheshire County rounding out the top five.

Junior 4-H members (ages 12-13) took part in the Non-Reasons division. Participation ribbons were presented to Justin Presbrey, Melissa Stowel and Jack Thomas from Belknap County, Patrick Roberts, Ashley Cook, Veronica Parker and Shealyn Wilkinson from Cheshire County, and Marissa France and Faith Leonard from Merrimack County. The top 10 juniors were placed as follows: First place was awarded to Riley Messer of Merrimack County, second went to Anna Cook of Cheshire County, and rounding out the top three was Amber Edmonds of Hillsborough County. Darienne Messer of Merrimack County finished in fourth place, followed by Kelly Regan of Hillsborough County in fifth, Holly Testerman of Merrimack County in sixth, Maggie Randall of Belknap County was seventh, Jackie Johnson of Rockingham County in eighth, Aleah Dupont of Coos County in ninth, and Natalie Lewis of Hillsborough County in tenth. Susan Davison-Kelleher, a 4-H leader from Cheshire County, was the superintendent of the contest.

The Senior Hippology 4-H members began their day at 8:20 a.m. to participate in the morning judging classes as a require-ment for their contest. At 12:00 p.m., the Junior members signed in and at 12:30 p.m. the contest began at the elementary school. This contest is a comprehensive, skill-based competition where youth demonstrate their knowl-edge and understanding of equine science and horse husbandry through hands-on and written tests, skill stations, and a horse judging contest. The Senior division contest is used to select the members for the State 4-H Hippology team to compete in regional and national events. The Senior division is open to 4-H members 14-18 years old as of January 1 of the current year. Juniors are ages 12-13. Members do not have to own or ride a horse to be involved in this contest. Junior members are scored in four phases: horse judging, examination, station and individual problem. There were eight Juniors competing and placing

first was Jackie Johnson of Rockingham County, with Amber Edmonds of Hillsborough County coming in second. Third place went to Anna Cook of Cheshire County, fourth was Natalie Lewis of Hillsborough County, and in fifth was Ashley Foss of Merrimack County. Finishing in sixth was Kelly Regan of Hillsborough County, followed by Ashley Cook of Cheshire County in seventh, and Veronica Parker of Cheshire County in eighth place.

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sixth place, seventh went to Alicia Barry of Sullivan County, and eighth was won by Dana Williams of Carroll County. These members will be trying for a spot on the State 4-H Hippology Team that will be coached by Diane Post, a 4-H leader from Rockingham County. Mary Davis, also a 4-H leader from Rockingham County, was the superintendent of the State Hippology Contest.

Lauren Bressett and Jolee Chase, the State 4-H Staff Coordinators for the two contests, would like to thank all of the 4-H coaches, volun-teers, parents, and members who worked so hard to make these contests a success. If anyone would like more information about the 4-H program, please call Jolee Chase at 603-641-6060 or email [email protected].

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The Annual Spring Rowley Riding and Driving Club (RRDC), which was founded in

1977, held their horse show on Sunday, May 6, 2012 at their show grounds on Route 133

in Rowley, Mass. Jo Hight officiated as the judge and the weather cooperated, making it a great day for competition.

The organization encourages members to remember to renew or take out their membership

for the spring and fall horse shows to acquire “points” towards the RRDC’s annual awards presented at the fabu-lous banquet held in January at Angelica’s in Middleton, Mass. The club also thanks the Horse Show Committee and its generous sponsors for supporting their horse shows. Applications are welcome for the Pat Tataronis Scholarship, awarded to an RRDC member at the annual

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E arly on Sunday, April 15, pony club-bers from the Shetucket Valley and Mystic Pony Clubs met in North Franklin, Mass., at Ayer Mountain

Farm. Pony Club District Commissioner Ev Brown invited Tanheath Hunt Club members to come with their horses and five couples of hounds to talk to the clubs about foxhunting or chasing. Whipper-In Sherri Colby gave an interesting talk about the origins of foxchasing and the many traditions, including the signifi-cance of hunt colors, types of hounds, and the roles of hunt staff. Master of Foxhounds Susan Boone, who is also the huntsman, is in charge of controlling the hounds. Sherri and Melanie Chase are both whippers-in. Sherri explained that Tanheath conducts live hunts, pursuing coyotes and red fox.

After the talk, Sherri, Melanie and Susan mounted up and invited those who had a

horse or pony to join the “field” and ride with the hounds. The hilltoppers, or those without horses, followed the group on foot. It was a beautiful sight to see the hounds and horses galloping through the open green fields. Following the ride, the horses and hounds were all put away and a delicious hunt breakfast was served—which can be as different as the hunts. Some include coffee and doughnuts on the tailgate, while others bring out all the best silver.

The United States Pony Club (USPC) had its beginnings in foxhunting and encourages its members to participate when opportunities are available and now offers a hunting award and pin. There are both mounted and unmounted sections to the test.

For more information about the USPC and the new hunting award and pin, visit www.ponyclub.org.

Local Pony Clubbers Get Lesson in FoxhuntingUSPC to offer new award and Pin

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BHC Management, a brain child of owner Naomi Gauruder, originally started by providing horse show secretarial services. It has since grown

to providing full horse show management services and full show staffing to their clients. BHC Management provides services ranging from schooling shows and Connecticut rated shows, up through United States Equestrian Federation “AA” rated shows.

Naomi is the daughter of well-known show secretary Peggy Mickayl, and USEF “R” rated judge, Robert Mickayl. She started helping Peggy at shows as a teenager, and her responsi-bilities increased during college. In 2000, Peggy was diagnosed with cancer. While undergoing chemotherapy, Naomi took over the secre-tarial business. She officially formed BHC Management in 2004.

The name “BHC” came from a running family joke. Naomi and her friend Alysia were

laughing about inflated descriptions in real estate ads during downtime at a horse show one day. They joked that the Mickayl’s little six-stall horse barn in the small town of Brookfield, Conn., could be dubbed the “Brookfield Hunt Club.” It sports a natural cross-country course complete with obstacles (the tree that came down in the thunderstorm that didn’t get cut up yet), the “estate” swim-ming pool, and the 24-hour security guard dog—the Corgi that would lick you to death.

Naomi, herself, is not without qualifications. She is a USEF rated judge in hunters, jumpers and hunt seat equitation as well as a USEF Steward, which is required by all recognized shows to be in charge of rules

and regulations. She is also a qualified EMT—in fact, her friends joke that she could run a big show covering all the staff positions herself if she only became a farrier.

Studying the horse show circuit from many different positions, Naomi saw a niche that needed to be filled, especially for local and entry level riders. She started leasing different farms, and producing her own horse shows. This year she is running shows at Fairfield Hunt Club in Westport, Conn.; Oak Meadow Farm in East Windsor, Conn.; and Shallowbrook Equestrian Center in Somers, Conn.This year the “Blue Ribbon Venture Horse Shows” series has about 30 dates providing a user-friendly horse show environment geared toward these local and entry level participants.

These shows started with an affiliation with the Connecticut Horse Shows Association (CHSA) because, in addition to hunter/jumper and hunt seat equitation year-end awards, they have a broad variety of other disciplines, including many Pleasure divisions that would attract first-time show participants. These events rapidly gained ground and now include other affiliates including Connecticut Hunter/Jumper Association, Marshall & Sterling, Fairfield-Westchester Professional Horsemen’s Association, and BHC’s own Hoof Print High Score Series.

Once again seeing an opportunity, Naomi began the Hoof Print High Score as a way to

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give local and entry level participants a year-end program, similar to that of CHSA. Both organi-zations focus on the same group of participants, yet the Hoof Print series gives an opportunity to those riders in New York State and lower Fairfield County, where CHSA shows are not as prevalent. All shows that are affiliated with BHC Management are automatically part of the high score program, and the Blue Ribbon Venture Shows are designated as double pointed in the program. The Hoof Print series will offer a low-key and fun finals this year at New Canaan Mounted Troop on October 21.

As an offspring of the Blue Ribbon Ventures program, Naomi started the Blue Ribbon Ventures Foundation, whose mission is to promote education, safety, sportsmanship, and competition by providing financial and educational assistance to individuals and orga-nizations in their pursuit of developing riders into well-rounded horsemen. Various grants are available through the foundation, including training, education, and an emergency fund.

This year the storied Shallowbrook Charity Horse Show, a multi-day USEF competition in Somers, has selected BHC Management to manage the show as part of the Blue Ribbon Ventures Series. All proceeds from the show will benefit the Blue Ribbon Ventures Foundation! In an effort to create an event accessible to all, the Charity Show will offer full CHSA affiliation and classes from Walk-Trot up through high level jumpers. The Walk-Trot and Pleasure classes will be designated as “Opportunity” classes by USEF, which exempts the participants from the costly USEF member-

ship fees. Those classes will also offer a reduced office fee, making the ability to show at an “A” rated venue that much more affordable to the CHSA membership.

When not running horse shows, Naomi attempts to participate in them. She and her Paint mare, Under The Influence, were reserve champions in the Adult Hunter division in the Fairfield-Westchester PHA High Score program in 2010, and earned ribbons at venues such as the Mystic Summer Festival, Fairfield County Hunt Club, Old Salem Farm and HITS.

This past fall, Naomi relinquished her Amateur status and accepted the position as Head Coach of the Fairfield University Stags Equestrian Team. She coached the team to High Point College and Reserve High Point College honors at two of the recognized Intercollegiate Horse Show Association (IHSA) shows this year. At press time, the team was getting ready for IHSA

Regionals,with 10 qualified riders. For the first time in Fairfield University history, the school agreed to send a team to the American National Riding Commission Finals, which was hosted by Centenary College in New Jersey.

CHSA welcomes BHC management to the CHSA Annual Circuit.

Scholarship NominationsNow is the time to submit your nominations for a CHSA scholarship for the fall. Every year CHSA offers scholarships to members pursuing higher education, college or beyond. Funding for the program comes from the proceeds of the raffle items sold at the Annual Awards Banquet, donations given by members and surplus funds from the CHSA Finals. In the past, CHSA has given one to three scholarships annually ranging from $1,000 to $3,000 each.

In order to apply for a scholarship, a member must fully complete a CHSA scholarship application. Applications are available at www.chsaonline.com or from Richard Freeman, 135 South Main Street, Wallingford, CT 06492. For any questions, He may be reached at [email protected] or by phone at 203-269-9172. Applications must be submitted to Richard by July 1, 2012, and must be complete.

Applicants are evaluated on the basis of grades, CHSA involvement, participation in equine related activities, community service, extra curricular activities and need.

CHSA Affiliated Shows6/2 Folly Farm, Simsbury

6/3 Bethany, Bethany6/8-6/10 Shallowbrook Equestrian Center, Somers6/16 The Pines Farm, Glastonbury6/17 1st Governor’s Horse Guard, Avon6/23 Folly Farm, Simsbury6/24 Sweetwater Farm, Clinton6/28 Avon Valley Show Stables, Avon *Medals only6/30 Windcrest Farm, Hebron7/1-7/3 Westbrook Hunt Club, Westbrook7/5-7/8 Westbrook Hunt Club, Westbrook7/10-7/14 Westbrook Hunt Club, Westbrook7/15 The Pines Farm, Glastonbury7/21 Sweetwater Farm, Clinton7/22 2nd Governor’s Horse Guard, Newtown7/26 Avon Valley Show Stables, Avon *Medals only7/28 Windcrest Farm, Hebron7/29 End of Hunt Equestrian Center, Suffield8/2-8/4 Connecticut Summer Classic8/4 Folly Farm, Simsbury8/3 & 8/5 Mystic Valley Hunt Club, Gales Ferry8/11 Rivers Edge Farm, Bethany8/12 The Pines Farm, Glastonbury8/18 Shallowbrook Equestrian Center, Somers8/31-9/2 Mystic Valley Hunt Club, Gales Ferry9/8 Avon Valley Show Stables, Avon9/9 The Pines Farm, Glastonbury9/12-9/16 Eastern States Horse Show (H/J)9/16 Folly Farm, Simsbury9/20-9/23 Eastern States Horse Show, W. Springfield, Mass. 9/22 Shallowbrook Equestrian Center, Somers9/23 St. Peters, Bethany, Oneco9/29-9/30 Connecticut Summer Finale9/29 Avon Valley Show Stables, Avon9/30 The Pines Farm, Glastonbury10/6 Windcrest Farm, Hebron10/7 Mystic Valley Hunt Club, Gales Ferry10/8 Sweetwater Farm, Clinton10/13 Folly Farm, Simsbury10/14 Avon Valley Show Stables, Avon10/20 The Pines Farm, Glastonbury10/21 End of Hunt Equestrian Center, Suffield10/25-10/28 Octoberfest Horse Show, W. Springfield, Mass10/27 Shallowbrook Equestrian Center, Somers10/28 Rivers Edge Farm, Bethany11/3 Sweetwater Farm, Clinton11/4 Mystic Valley Hunt Club, Gales Ferry11/10 The Pines Farm, Glastonbury11/11 Shallowbrook Equestrian Center, Somers11/12 Fox Crossing Equestrian LLC, Morris11/17 Windcrest Farm, Hebron11/18 Rivers Edge Farm, Bethany11/24 Westbrook Hunt Club, Westbrook11/25 Folly Farm, Simsbury

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Moe Berube was someone who waited until his children were grown before he got himself a Morgan horse and joined Bay State

Trail Riders Association (BSTRA) with the high hopes of having many years of riding for himself and his daughter Laurette. Shortly after joining the club, Moe was diagnosed with a brain tumor and passed away a year and half later. The board members decided to give an award in his memory. The trophy was given from 1995 to 2007 in memory of Moe Berube for exceptional comradeship and esprit de corps. BSTRA presented the retired trophy to the Berube family in 2011 and the family was extremely honored to have it retire with them.

2012 Massachusetts Trail SymposiumOn April 13-14, Becky Kalagher attended the 2012 Massachusetts Trail Symposium at Harvard Forest in Petersham, Mass., hosted by the Department of Conservation and Recreation (DCR). This natural surfaced trails training event was a key opportunity for DCR and volunteers to share their knowledge and experience while learning together. The two-day program included both classroom and field based instruction for enhancing trails on DCR land, protecting sensitive resources and specific trail maintenance, and development of skills and techniques.

DCR had five key goals for the training event, which included: Reviewing DCR’s Trails Guidelines and Best Practices Manual with DCR staff, trail partners, and the Massachusetts trails community who are most involved in developing, managing and maintaining over 3,000 miles of natural surface trails; the introduction of draft revisions to DCR volunteer policies and procedures and facilitate communication among staff and volunteer organizations to expedite the volunteer process; learning trail permitting and reviewing procedures designed to ensure protection of the Commonwealth’s regulated species, wetlands and cultural/historic resources; fostering greater communication and under-standing among diverse members of the Massachusetts trail use/advocacy community

and between user community and public land managers and regulators; and practicing key skills for sustainable trail construction and maintenance. We will be giving a full report on this Trail Symposium in the next issue of the Pedlar.

On June 1, Bay State Trail Riders Association will have a table at the Rally for the Valley. Please stop by and visit us at the River Bend Visitor Center, located at 287 Oak Street in Uxbridge, Mass. It runs from 3:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. The rally is inviting partners to showcase our work in an outdoor country fair atmosphere. The objective is to bring Blackstone Valley people, organizations, businesses, agencies and elected officials together to showcase the work and achievements of our partners and support the proposed legislation pending in Congress to create a permanent National Historical Park in the Blackstone River Valley.

Becky Kalagher has been the equine repre-sentative on the Massachusetts Recreational Trails Advisory Committee (MARTAB) for a number of years. Her first term expires this July and then she has one three-year term left. As of right now there is no alternate representative for equines and one is desperately needed. It would be extremely helpful to find an alternate now that could attend the meetings and learn the ropes before Becky has to step down or is unable to attend a meeting. Having someone represent the horseback riders and drivers guar-antees that our recreational use is being taken into account and our “voice” is being heard at the state level.

MARTAB is a multi-stakeholder advi-sory board established by the Governor and constituted pursuant to federal statute. The specific roles of MARTAB are to: Provide guidance to the DCR and the Massachusetts Highways Department on the administration of the Recreational Trails Program; participate in the annual review and recommendation of Recreational Trails Grants; promote the vision of Commonwealth Connections, the greenway vision for Massachusetts and its vision to create an inter-connected greenway and trail system in the Commonwealth; provide guidance to the DCR

in an advisory capacity on statewide greenways and trails planning, policy and management issues; and act as a statewide resource/advocate for trails information and planning and work to promote trails and trail-related activities across the state.

MARTAB will work to maintain one primary and one alternate representa-tive. Representatives are permitted to serve two successive three-year terms. Once a first term has expired, the member must be re-nominated for a second term. After the maximum term limit expires, the alternate will step up as the new MARTAB representative of their user group and a new alternate will be nominated. If the best choice for alternate is also the previous board member, then that person will be permitted to serve as alternate. MARTAB Board Members must participate in at least two meetings per year.

If you are interested in becoming an alter-nate equine representative on MARTAB please contact Becky at 508-476-3960 or [email protected] and she will get the nomination form to you.

BSTRA has a full calendar of events coming up, so be sure to check out our calendar at www.bstra.org. Entry forms are included with the events for easy registration.

Bay State Trail Riders AssociationAnnounces retirement of moe BeruBe trophy; president Becky kAlAgher Attends mAssAchusetts trAil symposium

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Event riders tired of competing in stifling August tempera-tures on rock-hard ground should consider putting the

Green Mountain Horse Association’s (GMHA) Festival of Eventing on their summer calendar. Plans for the inau-gural three-competition Festival, to be held in South Woodstock, Vt., on August 6-12 (opening date June 26), call for a Novice/Training long-format three-day to be held Monday through Thursday, and a Beginner Novice/Novice one-day horse trial on Friday, capped off by a two-day Beginner Novice through Intermediate horse trial over the weekend. Ten thousand dollars in prize money will be given away during the Festival week.

In addition to eventing competition, the focus of Festival planning is to provide a fantastic, Vermont-themed competitor and spectator experience. Organizers have lined up multiple fun activities and welcome amenities for the week, including compet-itor parties, a trade fair featuring Vermont products as well as nationally-known equestrian and other vendors, and family entertainment. South Woodstock and the surrounding area also offer an incredible variety of things to do from recreation (golfing, biking, hiking, climbing, and of course, riding) to just relaxing, as well as

terrific shopping and dining.A partial list of Festival sponsors includes:

Triple Crown Nutrition, Horseware Ireland, Alltech, Strafford Saddlery, English Riding Supply, Mountain Horse, Atwood Footing, Ariat and Lucky’s Trailers. Email Molly Hutchins at [email protected] for more sponsorship information.

The courses at GMHA have under-gone extensive renovation over the past year in anticipation of the Festival, with new jumps and complexes at all levels as well as improved footing and drainage throughout the 65-acre property. Course designer Tremaine Cooper, assisted by Janine McClain, has created up-to-level, educational tracks that fully utilize GMHA’s fields, hills, and water crossings.

Festival organizers hope to attract riders from outside New England, including some U.S. team members and Olympians, who might welcome cooler temperatures and softer footing. The re-introduction of the Intermediate Level, coupled with a long-format three-day as well as one-day and two-day horse trials, a slate of entertainment options and proximity to complimentary venues such as Millbrook provide plenty of incentive for competitors to plan on attending the Festival. The same features will hopefully entice spectators to GMHA to learn more about the sport of eventing and to have a fun, summer vacation.

For more information about GMHA visit www.gmhainc.org.

Green Mountain Horse AssociationTo celebraTe Inaugural FesTIval oF evenTIng

I hope everyone has been able to get out and enjoy your equine friends by now. As I write this, the weather is beautiful and camp opening is this upcoming weekend! Bud and I just returned from the Equine

Affaire in Ohio with my Mustang Johwye and burro Swiss Mocha Miss. It was a very long ride for a jam packed weekend of demonstrations and promotional work on behalf of the Bureau of Land Management (BLM).

Memorial Day weekend is May 26, 27 and 28 and it is a lot holding weekend at Camp Boardman. There will be a potluck supper on Saturday night in the pavilion at 6:00 p.m. There will not be an official host—all who attend will be pitching in on set up and clean up. Bingo will start right after the potluck supper. There will be a pancake breakfast on Sunday morning, hosted by the Dilger family. Rumor has it that there will be “special” pancakes by Chef Karen, so bring your appetite.

On the weekend of June 2-3, there will be a White Memorial Ride, starting from Berkshire Livery Stable in Morris, Conn. This will be a mix of slow to moderate paced riding, with a possibility of a nice canter, depending on the abilities of the riders who are attending. Please email me at [email protected] or call 860-309-4507 for complete details. The ride is available on both Saturday and Sunday and camping can be accommo-dated. Reservations are requested as trailer parking may be limited.

Currently there are no rides or activities scheduled for the weekends of June 9-10, June 16-17, or June 23-24. Anyone interested in hosting a ride or activity, please contact me at 860-309-4507 to get it posted on the website and on the Facebook page and group.

Due to the Fourth of July falling mid-week, the executive board decided to extend the official lot holding weekend into 10 days, starting on Friday, June 29 and continuing through Sunday, July 8, 2012. This means lot holders can stay for any 24-hour period at any time during these dates and have it count for keeping their lot for the 2013 season.

On the weekend of June 30 – July 1 there will be a potluck supper on Saturday night in the pavilion at 6:00 p.m. There will be no host. Bingo will start immediately following the potluck. Sunday morning brings another pancake breakfast hosted by the Dilger family.

On the weekend of July 7-8, there will be a potluck supper Saturday night in the pavilion at 6:00 p.m., again with no host. On Sunday, there will be a Scavenger Hunt Ride hosted by the Dilger family.

Currently there are no rides or activities scheduled for the weekends of July 14-15, July 21-22, or July 28-29. Anyone interested in hosting a ride or activity can contact me at 860-309-4507.

For more information on the CTRA, visit www.ct-trailrides.org.

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Lauren Mair competes in the 2011 June Horse Trials in the Junior/Young Rider Preliminary division.

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First off, I recently received a nice email from Deborah Cayer and the Ellis River Riders. The club’s show schedule is planned for the 2012 season.

Their shows are open to all breeds and levels of expertise.

They have divisions from leadline through adult, including special Adult Novice and Green Horse divisions. They also have open and gymkhana shows, and are hosting a National Barrel Horse Association (NBHA) show one weekend in July. This year the club will be holding a two-day Versatility Competition in September. The Ellis River Riders showgrounds in Andover, Maine, are beautiful and there is camping available on site. The club also spon-sors trail rides on their 50 miles of well marked trail system. Their event dates and contact persons are listed in the Horse’s Maine calendar.

The Maine Horse Association (MHA) would like to introduce another of its new directors, Jon Lettre. Jon and his wife Sarah Wright Lettre own and operate Wright Way Stables in Augusta, Maine. They have shown Saddlebreds and Morgans at their family operated facility since 1993. Jon moved to Maine from Sheboygan, Wis., in 1995 and has been working, training,

and instructing there ever since. Jon did not grow up in the horse industry; however, he is an avid outdoorsman and animal lover. Once he moved to Maine, his passion to train and teach in the horse world became evident. He and Sarah married in 1997 and became a team that took many riders and horses to local and New England shows and eventually to the World’s Championship Show in Louisville, Ky. Jon is best known for the positive push he gives to his students and his great ringside “pep talks.” Together they support the Maine Horse Association and the American Saddlebred Association of Maine (ASAM) by participating in the shows and sponsoring classes and sessions at many of the events. Jon is a member of MHA, ASAM, New England Horsemen’s Council, The American Saddlebred Association, the United States Equestrian Federation, and the United Professional Horsemen’s Association. Jon and Sarah are the proud parents of three children—Lexi, Carly, and Jon Jr.—and they are going in many different directions from dance, to softball, basketball, etc. This equestrian family wouldn’t have it any other way—together in the barn at Wright Way Stables.

The MHA updated rulebook is now online.

The entire Morgan section has been updated thanks to Pam Vose. If you are showing a Morgan, please check these rules.

Congratulations to Stephanie Laverteau and her Morgan horse, Patriot, better known as Ryan. This is her once in a lifetime horse and she competes him in the open shows in Morgan western plea-sure. She also competes in dressage. Look for Ryan on the cover of the April issue of Equus.

Hollis Equestrian Park is hosting five shows this year, all recognized by MHA. They include the ASAM Long Horn Fun Festival on April 29; ASAM Dunegrass Living Classic in May; ASAM Hollis Equestrian Park Benefit on June 24; FEA Benefit Horse Show on July 29; and the Pine Tree Sizzler on August 18.

These shows will make up the first year of the Hollis Summer Series Challenge. A competitor must show in at least three of the events to qualify. The Pine Tree Sizzler will be the last chance to receive points and the final awards and championships will be presented at the end of the show. Qualifying classes are: English Horse In-Hand, Western Horse In-Hand, Leadline Pleasure, Leadline Equitation, Walk-Trot Pleasure and Equitation, MHA Western Pleasure, MHA English Pleasure, Hunter Pleasure Horse Open, Adult Equitation, Junior Exhibitor Hack, and Youth Activity Pleasure.

See you at the shows and good luck to all exhibi-tors and trail riders. To learn more about the Maine Horse Association and its upcoming events, visit www.mainehorseassoc.com.

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Celebrating its 40th anniversary year in style, the Tri-State Horsemen’s Association (TSHA) has an exciting season planned for its members. It

is already well underway, and all events have reported good attendance. If you have not become a TSHA member, it’s not too late to join and be part of an organization that prides itself on offering something for all southern New England equestrians!

The Open Show Committee, under the guidance of chairwoman Christina Daigneault, has listened to many ideas and suggestions from exhibitors and has worked hard putting together a fresh class list with many changes for 2012! The list has been revamped to provide classes for all exhibitors on both Saturday and Sunday, including the addition of a hunter

ring on Sunday. Other changes include moving the Jumper divisions to Saturday afternoons, returning the Gymkhana divisions to Friday nights, and running all of the double-judged classics (including a new Saddle Seat Pleasure Classic and Western Pleasure Classic) on Saturday evening. In addition, this year the show office will be located in the spacious Belt Buckle Bar. The open shows have also instituted a Ribbon Buy-Back Program, for clean, pristine ribbons won during the weekend that the recipient does not wish to keep. The first open show will be held June 1-3 at Falls Creek Farm in Oneco, Conn., with the remaining shows being held on July 13-15 and August 17-19. The committee is excited to present exhibitor-friendly weekends that should be great fun for all exhibitors from leadliners to seasoned professionals! There will be

a full report on the first show next month. The first TSHA Dressage Show was held on

May 5, and for the first time offered Western Dressage classes for its exhibitors! The new class was very well received and the competition was quite stiff. The next dressage show is coming up on June 17 at the Woodstock, Conn., Fairgrounds, with the final show being held on July 29.

TSHA Trail Chairwoman Flo Harman reports that the first two rides of the season have enjoyed good weather, warm company, and, as always, great food! Turnout for the Blessing of the Horses ride and the Governor’s Day ride were both good, and equestrians enjoyed exploring the trails at the Arcadia Management Area in Exeter, R.I., and Pachaug State Forest in Voluntown, Conn. The next event is the ever-popular Moonlight Ride and Cookout at Pachaug State Forest on August 4. And remember to mark your calendar for the Lobster Ride on September 29.

Visit www.tristatehorsemen.com for up to the minute news and announcements about all TSHA events. It is full of information, photos and some great classifieds.

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Equine versatility is the hot new sport for gaited horses in New England this summer. Versatility grew out of the trail riding and ranching traditions,

where farm horses were expected to do a variety of daily activities calmly and competently. For those of us fortunate enough to own these good natured, calm tempered, willing equines, this is a sport in which we can all excel at our own level. Many of these versatility activities we ask of our horses weekly on the trails and in our backyards. We often ride down the driveway to retrieve the mail on horseback, cross a bridge, and open and close the gate to get there. On the trail we jump a low log, back into a creek bed, and side pass to a proper dismounting rock.

Equine versatility challenges typically set up a number of obstacles for the horse and rider team to negotiate. The horse and rider are faulted points for any challenge that they cannot complete in the designated time. The team that negotiates the most obstacles with the cleanest points and fastest time wins that day’s contest. The versatility shows can be rated from beginner level to advanced depending on the difficulty of the course. Obstacles or challenges can include opening and closing a gate, side passing over a log, backing through a maze, retrieving mail from a mailbox, completing low jumps, kicking an equine soccer ball, cantering on both leads, crossing a bridge, walking through a cowboy curtain, loading and unloading from a trailer, stepping on a variety of strange materials, and dragging an object, just to name a few. Each event has different creative challenges that test the training and trust that exists between the horse and rider.

For those of us who would like to try this growing equine sport in a quiet, nurturing environment, Yankee Walkers is offering a Versatility Clinic taught by Cathie Anderson and held at HorseFeathers Farm in Goffstown, N.H. Cathie has over 30 years of professional experience as a horse trainer and specializes in problem horses. Her motto is, “I won’t break your horse. I’ll gentle him.” Cathie is also an expert at cowboy mounted shooting and versatility riding, finishing in the top 12 at the Equine Affaire’s very competitive versatility challenge this year. At the Yankee Walkers’ clinic, Cathie will teach half-hour private lessons on negotiating versatility obstacles on Friday

afternoon and all day Saturday, June 15 and 16, with a final session for problem areas each evening. The cost is $60 per horse and rider team and $10 to audit. Lunch will be available to purchase on Saturday. For more information or to sign up for one of the limited slots, please contact Julie Dillon at 603-289-1174 or visit www.horsefeathersnh.com.

For riders interested in participating in versatility shows this summer, the Pepperell Horse Owner’s Association is sponsoring a versatility show series held at Ten Broeck Farm in Pepperell, Mass. It started with a beginner course on April 21, and they intro-duce tougher obstacles each month. There will be two divisions—Beginner Horse/Rider and Experienced Horse/Rider. The rider may lead the horse or go slowly through the course for the first time to experience it, and then ride it again to try to beat the clock! Beginners and auditors are encouraged, given helpful tips, and made to feel very welcome! Upcoming dates are June 16, July 14, September 22, November 17, and December 8. These indoor events will start promptly at noon and are limited to 30 riders, so register early, as the slots fill up quickly. The cost is $25 for the first run and $10 for each additional run. Interested riders should call Kathy at 978-314-2260 or email her at [email protected] to secure your spot, get directions, or ask questions.

Yankee Walkers asked member Donna Randolph to share her experience in training for versatility over the winter. Donna describes the process of learning with her horse Ember in her own words:

When I turned 60 and my Quarter Horse was getting older, I decided that my retirement horse should be a Missouri Fox Trotter (MFT). I fell in love with and purchased a beautiful, 3-year-old, bright red chestnut filly. My plan to have a dead broke, totally trained, safe trail horse was replaced by a youngster! We had a few setbacks during our first year together, but after some professional training, we are now working on bonding and exposing her to everything possible. Peter Whitmore of Crimson Acres held an 8-week versatility clinic where my filly was introduced to obstacles with more progressive difficulty each week. I’d like to share some of our experiences.

If you didn’t get a chance to read about our week

one experience in the May issue of the Pedlar, take a look on page 86. In week two, Ember was much better. She walked into the arena, looked at all the stuff and didn’t even get overly excited. She still didn’t like the hanging tarp, but there was a new boogey-man to worry about: a kid’s plastic water pool…oh no! But there was a long tarp that she walked over like a pro. Panels were arranged so you could walk in, turn left, and ask for a turn on the haunches when backing out. There was also a tree to drag and barrels to jump. I don’t know who had more fun, Ember or me!

Week Three: Ha! The joke is on me! Ember was horrible with the hanging tarp on weeks one and two, so I thought I’d be smart and make one to train her at home. I put a clothesline between my two barn doors from which I hung a dark-colored blanket. She has to go under the blanket each time she goes in or out, and has gotten pretty comfortable with it. In fact, I was so confident that I thought we’d really impress the instructor with her progress. Wouldn’t you know that when we walked into the versatility class on the third week, there was no hanging tarp—doesn’t that just figure? Anyway, we had a good time practicing on some new, different obstacles. She is getting less fearful and even curious about a lot of new things, and seems to be more trusting of me. Ember didn’t like the new tunnel made from a tarp, but with some trepidation she did go through it. She has been exposed to loud noises, smoke flares, and a panel bridge that each time the horse successfully crosses over it, a panel is removed to make the bridge more narrow. I think she enjoys the challenges as much as I do, and it has all been such a good experience for both of us!

Week Four: Unfortunately, we missed our fourth versatility class. Ember had her teeth floated, which took quite a while to complete. I had been told that I could come to a later class where, although there would be others riding, I could still work Ember in-hand. However, when I went into the arena and learned that there were six riders cantering their horses, I decided that it would be too stressful for Ember and left. Instead, I let her loose in the outdoor arena to let off some steam. That was a mistake! She ran, tail up over her back, all excited and looking for the farm’s stallion.When I finally caught Ember, I had to walk her to cool her down—sometimes, I just don’t think! So now I’m looking forward to week five’s class and getting back on schedule with her training.

Stay tuned as Donna and Ember advance in their training for the versatility challenge. We hope to see you at that Yankee Walker Versatility Clinic and at the Versatility Shows.

For more information on Yankee Walkers, Gaited Horses of New England, visit www.yankeewalkers.com.

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The ride season is already crazy for West Greenwich Horseman’s Association (WGHA).

The club has already had three big events. If you haven’t sent in your membership dues and/or mileage nominations forms, do it! You don’t want to miss out on anything fun, do you?

On March 17, Eva Platt and I hosted a St. Patrick’s Day Soup Ride at the Carolina Management Area. Turnout was high for a last minute event but everyone pulled together and it was a success! The weather coop-erated and lunch included corn beef sandwiches and pea soup. Thank you to everyone who helped.

On March 31, WGHA put together a Steak Fry and Mileage Awards Dinner. Ida Sweet did a great job picking out the steaks and all the members went out back to grill their

own at the Phoenix Sportsmen’s Club. The hall was packed with members and their friends/family. Celeste Santos and Linda Krul were in charge of the raffle baskets and they had some good ones! Thank you to Cindy Worden of

Cherry Croft Farm for the donation of a basket filled with Cherry Croft goodies. Everyone wanted to win the free week of training with Ben Wallace.

On April 7, Eva Platt and I hosted the annual Go Fish Ride at the Carolina Management Area. This was the kick-off to the 2012 WGHA ride season and it was a hit! Forty-three horse and rider teams came to explore the prettiest trails in Rhode Island and enjoy an “I’m Stuffed” lunch. I have to admit, I was nervous that we would run out of parking, but thanks to Bill O’Keefe and Joel Lamphere, we were able to fit 29 trailers into the lot and still had room for anyone who wanted to leave early. We had three new members join and we know that they will not be disappointed.

For more information on the West Greenwich Horseman’s Association and upcoming events, visit www.orgsites.com/ri/wgha.

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The following is a list of mileage winners honored at the March 31 dinner:100 MILeS: LuAnn Grafe, A Beam of Faith; Laurie Grann, Dulcie; Rachel Harris, Phlairr; Robin Jaworski, Rocket; Deb northrup, Suzie Q; eva Platt, Huey.250 MILeS: Denise Anthony, Angelina; Brenda Button, Impressed by a Lady; Sandy Carney, Poco; LuAnn Grafe, A Beam of Faith; Tammy Lamphere, Whimszical.500 MILeS: Linda Krul, Kona.750 MILeS: Sylvie napoli, My Boy Jack.1,000 MILeS: Celeste Santos-Rivera, Willow Pond Revelation.HIGH MILeAGe HORSe AnD RIDeR: LuAnn Grafe, A Beam of Faith (258.5 miles). ●

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Northwest Connecticut Draft Horse Association (NWCTDHA) members enjoyed a great demonstration

on Equine Myofascial Trigger Point Therapy, given by Susan Kasmin of Connecticut Equine Therapy. Over the years we have been told no hoof, no horse. Well, Susan believes no muscle, no movement! She went into detail on how muscles work and how trigger point therapy can relieve pain, increase move-ment, aid flexibility and most importantly, improve the overall comfort of the horse. We had 25 members in attendance along

with several guests from a local 4-H group, and everyone found the demonstration educational and enlightening.

Our club also hosted a group drive at Rockefeller State Park in New York in May. We will be presenting a live haying demon-stration in August, a picnic in July, another group drive in October and our Fall Field Day in November. For more information on these events or on joining our club, contact President Tony Roswell via email at [email protected] or visit www.northwestctdrafthorse.com or our Facebook page at www.facebook.com/NWCTDHA.

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The Norfolk Hunt Club is privileged to hunt through beautiful terri-tory—the Charles River

Watershed area, Middleboro, Grafton, South Dartmouth and Westport, Mass.—and each parcel of land has a storied and geologically marvelous history. Deep beneath the cultivated fields owned by private landowners and the intricate trail systems stewarded by land conservation organizations is a geological story unknown to most foxhunters, trail riders, outdoor enthusiasts, and residents alike.

Gil Rodgers, a Norfolk Hunt member, has conducted extensive research on the geological history of the heart of Norfolk’s country, in Dover, Sherborn, and Medfield, Mass. The next time you visit the Norfolk Hunt Steeplechase Course, at the upcoming June 3 Norfolk Hunter Pace, for example, take a moment and imagine it the way Gil does.

The Norfolk Hunt Steeplechase Course was Once a GlacierAs you tack up your horse for the Norfolk Hunter Pace, or arrange your tailgate for Polo in the Country on September 16, look up in the sky above the Norfolk Hunt Steeplechase

Course for a moment. Imagine a block of ice over one-half mile to perhaps one mile high above you. It is full of rocks and boulders from the White Mountains of New Hampshire and as far away as northern Canada. That’s the glacier that sat on top of this field perhaps 10,000 years ago—a time known as the Wisconsin Glacier Period.

Now look down at the ground. Imagine moving forward about 3,000 years from the time of the glacier, or around 7,000 years ago. You would be standing or riding under 20 to 50 feet of water. This was Lake Medfield, which covered two-thirds of Medfield and Dover, half of Norwood and Walpole, and some of Westwood. A huge glacial lake formed with waters of the melting ice sheet. The edge of the lake went right up to North Street where you enter the Steeplechase Course, at an elevation of about 200 feet above sea level. The enormous pressure of the glacier and the large, deep lake caused the earth’s surface to flatten out—this is why the steeplechase field is so level, and why the Norfolk Hunt can host polo, horse shows, and special events in this beautiful field.

The glacier left many traces in the soil, boul-ders, streams, and hills. For example, next to the Steeplechase Course are some very good exam-ples of eskers—ridges of gravelly and sandy drift—that formed from rivers that ran under-neath the ice block and left long serpentine piles of glacial debris that remained after the walls of

the ice melted away. Drumlins—long, narrow or oval, smoothly rounded hills—formed as the glacier receded and formed smooth mounds; Miller Hill on Farm Street, land the Hunt is fortunate to ride through, is actually a drumlin. The area also has kettle ponds—including Farm Pond in Dover and Sherborn. The kettle ponds were formed as chunks of the glacier broke off, and were surrounded by glacial till. The ice blocks melted and left big depressions that filled with water. The glacier also randomly scattered large boulders around as they dropped out of the ice block. These are called glacial erratics. You can see them all around you as you walk and ride through the local woods. Finally, the glacier left its tread marks on boulders through scratches, or stria-tions, indicating the direction of its movement. A good example of striations can be seen on the smooth ledge outcrop at the corner of Route 27 and Dale Street in Medfield, in the northeast corner of the old cemetery.

Glacial Deposits Sparked Local BusinessesMedfield is a watershed divide separating streams and rivers flowing towards the west into the Charles River, and drainage to the east where water flows into the Neponset River. As the glacier melted, many streams and rivers were formed to carry the water to the ocean. These flows tended to separate sand, gravel, and pebbles into distinct layers. The power of the wind blowing across the open, flat plane contributed to this separation. As a result, there are many large deposits of gravel and sand in the area; including pure white sand, normally found on the most pristine beaches. You can see the sharp demarcations in the landscape—like Tresca Bros. Sand and Gravel on Route 109 in Millis—that were the foundation for commer-cial businesses in the area. Medfield even had a brick company in the 1920s—Atlantic Brick Company—utilizing the clay and sand deposits such as in the area along the railroad tracks; the company was located off of West Street in Medfield.

With a little imagination and understanding of the geological history of Norfolk’s hunt territory, every rider and spectator—whether attending a hunter pace, foxhunt, hunter trial, derby cross, horse show, Grounds for Celebration, polo or simply pleasure riding—can appreciate the marvels of the land, and thank landowners and conservation organizations for keeping this gorgeous country undeveloped for years to come.

For more information on the Norfolk Hunt Club and upcoming events, visit www.norfolk-hunt.com.

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Eventing news By Kathryn Selinga

Eventing Eventing Heads Up

TYRONE FARM in Pomfret, Conn., hosted 15 riders, who signed up for their Cross-Country Schooling Day on May 5. There were courses marked at the Elementary, Beginner Novice, and Novice levels, with most of the participants choosing to ride the Elementary course. A few riders picked and chose their way around the course, but most went off in pairs at a gallop, enjoying their first cross-country ride of the season.

The day began with a gymnastic of four logs as a warm-up, followed by a coop, a ditch, and a brush in-and-out. Riders then encountered a figure eight made up of logs, cordwood, table-tops, and gates. The next task was up the two bank jumps, then an uphill gallop to another field. A log jump, ramps, a Helsinki, and a log hogback were next on the course. Another uphill was followed by a grey tabletop, railroad ties, a Wyoming coop then a trot through the water. An Aiken, red coops, and a snake fence in the last field brought the riders back to the start.

THE BATTLE OVER LAND at the University of New Hampshire continues. Current plans by the college threaten the property used by the Equine Program, and would move their facilities to a much smaller space further from campus, near the dairy farm. Parts of the Campus Master Plan include housing that will potentially take up part of the cross-country course and a pedestrian/bike path that will run through the present site—which could even be built prior to relocating the facility, running interference with the program’s operations.According to the UNH Equine Program Director Sarah Hamilton, the footprint presently drawn for the new site would not accommodate the

needs for activities or the appropriate care of the animals. There is no space allocated for turnout or parking. The program would also lose its stadium jumping space which, combined with loss of parts of the cross-country course, would prevent them from running competitions that are a vital part of the students’ education, the program’s operating budget, and the regional equine industry.

Hamilton now urges individuals to voice their concerns to the Campus Planning Board, which can be contacted at [email protected]. You may also contact Paul Chamberlin, Chair of the Steering Committee of the Campus Master Planning Committee, at [email protected] or 603-862-1903; or Douglas Bencks, University Architect and Director of Campus Planning at [email protected] or 603-862-2791.

MEREDITH SCARLET of Scarlet Hill Farm in Groton, Mass., was pleased that she was able to open her cross-country course a full month earlier than normal this season. The group was also happyto welcome Sharon White for a clinic on May 18-20. Friday featured semi-private instruction in dressage, while show jumping on Saturday and cross-country on Sunday were offered in small groups. Next on tap will be the farm’s Cross-Country Schooling Show on June 20.

THE AREA I SCHOLARSHIP COMMITTEEannounced the recipients of their first $250 educational scholarships of 2012. Vermont-based professional Andrea Waldo was awarded prize money to pursue a “mini-camp” immersion with John Bourgoin. The other was presented to Megan Tardiff of Maine, who hopes to attend the Lucinda Green clinic at Ledyard on May 30-31. The

committee received almost 30 applications expressing a wide range of hopes and goals and was hard-pressed to choose just two recipients. Two additional scholar-ships will be awarded this year, with applications due by August 15, 2012.

CALLS RECENTLY AROSE FOR CHEF D’EQUIPE of the U.S. Eventing Team Captain, Mark Phillips, to retire before the summer Olympics. This came as blacklash from reports that he was leaving his wife Sandy for show jumper Lauren Hough. As of press time, he was still planning on stepping down post-Olympics.

ON THE DAY NEW JERSEY NATIVE KRISTIN SCHMOLZE’S Four-Star Mount Cavaldi was set to fly to England to compete at Badminton, vets found a swollen front leg, preventing him from going. It turned out to be a strain to his suspensory ligament that became painful over-night. “Joey” is expected to make a full recovery and Schmolze looks forward to their next big endeavor overseas to represent the U.S.

SPEAKING OF BADMINTON, the eventing world was rocked when organizers announced that this year’s competition would be cancelled due to severe rain and partial flooding. In an Olympic year, this could pose a difficult problem for many London Games hopefuls.

And, as the third-leg of the Rolex Grand Slam, the cancellation of the event crushed the chances of William Fox-Pitt winning the $350,000 bonus—at least for this year. A clarification was released stating that the Rolex Grand Slam of Eventing prize will be awarded to any rider who wins all three events consecutively. Fox-Pitt won the first two legs—the 2011 Land Rover Burghley Horse Trials and the 2012 Rolex Kentucky Three-Day Event—and will now have to win the 2013 Mitsubishi Motors Badminton Horse Trials in order to claim the prize. For the first time in the history of the Rolex Grand Slam, the current situation means that Fox-Pitt could be challenged for the title at the same event if any other rider consecutively wins the 2012 Land Rover Burghley Horse Trials and the 2013 Rolex Kentucky Three-Day Event.

Send your news for future eventing columns to [email protected].

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On Parklane Hawk, William Fox-Pitt of Great Britain won the Rolex Kentucky

Three-Day Event, held April 26-29, for the second time in three years with 45.3 penalties. His winnings included the signature Rolex watch and $80,000 in prize money.

Allison Springer of the United States, on Arthur, held on for second with 47.0 penalties and earned $37,000, while Boyd Martin of the United States, on Otis Barbotiere, finished in third place with a 51.0 to earn $30,000. Martin also took eighth place on Remington XXV with a 56.9.

By winning the Rolex USEF Four-Star Championship as the top-placed U.S. rider, Springer, 37, also won a special prize—an 18-month lease of a 2012 Range Rover HSE courtesy of Land Rover North America.

Springer test-drove the car on a lap around the Rolex Stadium during the awards ceremony. “It’s a good thing they kept someone in the car with me, or I’d have been out there doing doughnuts!” she said with a smile.

Martin, Karen O’Connor and William Coleman—who placed fourth, fifth and sixth after cross-country—put the pressure on the top three by each jumping faultless stadium rounds on the final day. Jonathan Paget of New

Zealand, standing third on Clifton Promise, succumbed to that pressure by lowering two jumps in the triple combination (fences 9A and 9C), dropping him to sixth. O’Connor, on Mr. Medicott, moved up to fourth with 51.0 penal-ties, and Coleman, on Twizzel, moved up to fifth with a 51.3.

Fox-Pitt said that he felt fortunate to collect first place. “I thought that the fence I had down was going to be a tricky one for Parklane Hawk. He was just arguing with the bit, and I was thinking, ‘You need to look at the jump, mate.’ When you have a fence down it makes a huge difference, and when the cushion is gone, panic

can set in.”He added, “It was a serious show jumping

track, and I’m just very lucky that Allison took that long route at the third-to-last fence yesterday.” On Saturday’s cross-country course, Springer chose to jump the slow option on fence 27, which caused her to finish 8 seconds over the optimum time—adding 3.2 time faults to her first-placed dressage score.

Springer, of Marshall, Va., said that she was “very, very pleased with Arthur. Four years ago, I went into show jumping in fifth place, and I stopped counting after five rails. But this time I was excited to come in the show jumping ring because I knew what I had to do, and I did it. It’s great to feel that way after all three days.”

Martin, of West Grove, Pa., put together a syndicate to import Otis Barbotiere from France in 2010, and his performance with him and Remington means that Martin, 32, now has four horses qualified for the U.S. team for this summer’s Olympics in London. “It was a huge gamble, and I’m happy this horse has confirmed what I thought of him. It’s a fantastic result for his first four-star,” said Martin.

The total paid attendance for the 2012 event was 41,085. In addition, paid attendance at the Ariat Kentucky Reining Cup, helding in conjunction with the Rolex, was 5,722, bringing the weekend’s total to 46,807.

The 2012 Rolex Kentucky Three-Day Event, the Western Hemisphere’s only four-star three-day event, featured the 15th Rolex USEF Four Star Championship for the U.S. Equestrian Team Foundation Pinnacle Cup. It is part of the HSBC FEI Classics and features the world’s

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2012 Rolex Kentucky Three-Day Event winner William Fox-Pitt aboard Parklane Hawk.

Allison Springer and Arthur took second place.

Karen O’Connor (left) finished in fourth place riding Mr. Mendicott and Will Coleman (above) rounded out the top five with Twizzel.

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There were no rails in hand heading into the show jumping phase at The Fork International Horse Trials, held April 5-8, but that didn’t matter to

Phillip Dutton, Karen O’Connor, Michael Pollard, and Allison Springer as they all held onto their overnight leads in their respective divisions by jumping clear rounds over the Sally Ike designed stadium course.

In the Adequan USEA Gold Cup Advanced B division, Allison Springer and Arthur, a 13-year-old Irish Sport Horse gelding, led from wire-to-wire to finish on their dressage score of 22.7 in the extremely competitive class. The pair had quite a few hard rubs in the show jumping arena, but luck was on their side and all of the poles remained resolutely in their cups.

“Three years ago I started working with Katie Prudent,” explained Allison, “and she is the one who has really changed that horse and me. I think he was just written off as a very un-careful horse and would never be careful, and I didn’t

want to believe that because he is such a good talent. [Katie] was so helpful with him.

“I didn’t have perfect confidence in that I was going to have a clear round, but I had perfect confidence in that I knew what I had to do in the warm-up and in the round.”

For her win in the Adequan USEA Gold Cup divi-sion, Allison took home an Adequan USEA Gold Cup Trophy, $500 in prize money, a seven-dose box of Adequan, a $200 Point Two Gift Certificate, and $500 worth of Nunn Finer Products.

Sinead Halpin and the 12-year-old Selle Francais gelding Manoir De Carneville were the runners-up in the Adequan USEA Gold Cup division, finishing a mere 1.3 penalties behind Springer. The pair are coming off of an extremely successful 2011 season and continued their streak at The Fork.

“I wasn’t very happy actually with the dres-sage, I just kind of changed from my plan a little bit—he was pretty explosive in the warm-up and took a few people out actually, but then I just went into the ring and didn’t touch him and he just did his thing and got a surprisingly good mark.

“Cross-country was awesome—he even pulled me twice, and he never pulls. It was actually really cool. I was actually quite fast, I didn’t mean to be so fast.

“Show jumping was good, he jumped well. I still don’t think it was quite good enough; I need to get better, but we have a bit of time.”

For her second place finish in the Adequan USEA Gold Cup division, Sinead took home a seven-dose box of Adequan and a $100 Point Two Gift Certificate.

Becky Holder and Courageous Comet made a fabulous comeback after their nearly two-year break to finish in third on a 27.3.

Advanced AMichael Pollard put his Red Hills show jumping woes behind him and laid down three clear rounds in stadium with his trio of gray horses. Michael rode Schoensgreen Hanni, a 9-year-old German Warmblood mare owned by his wife Nathalie, to a clean round that enabled them to take home the blue in the Advanced A division.

“Hanni was really, really good in show jumping,” said Michael. “The horse jumped really well at Red Hills, but I ended up having three rails down so I was really disappointed. Having a really good and confident clear round today was exciting—I wanted to redeem myself a bit. I wasn’t that worried about having rails down, as all the jumps seemed to come out of

stride, and she was jumping the bigger fences fairly easily.

“Three clear rounds out of three was kind of exciting. That is definitely the kind of day you want to have—it seems like it happens that way sometimes, though. If the first one jumps clear and feels good, just that little bit of confidence helps the others. All in all it went really well.”

Danielle Dichting and Tops, an 11-year-old Irish Sport Horse gelding, were the only pair in the Advanced A division to finish on their dres-sage score. This was rewarded with a second place finish in the 25-competitor strong division.

Jonathan Holling and Downtown Harrison moved into the third place spot after Kate Samuels and Nyls du Terroir had a stop in the center double which dropped them into fourth.

best horses and riders vying for their share of $250,000 in prize money. This year’s event also acted as a selection trial to choose the U.S. Eventing Team for the 2012 London Olympic Games.

Further information on the 2012 Rolex Kentucky Three-Day Event is available at the competition’s website, www.rk3de.org.

Boyd Martin earned third place riding Otis Barbotiere.

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Adequan USEA Gold Cup Advanced B winners Allison Springer and Arthur.

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PRO Tour Series CIC3*It was just Phillip Dutton and Mystery Whisper’s fourth event together, and they completed it in fine style with a win in the CIC3*—their second of the season, as the pair won the Red Hills CIC3* as well. However, the final phase of the competition started out a bit rough as Dutton had some trouble at the second jump.

“I nearly fell off [at fence two],” he said. “I guess I got there maybe a little bit weak and he kind of looked at the colored jump and he exploded a lot more than I was expecting him to, so I sort of lost my balance. It was a little bit embarrassing, but we regained.”

The rest of the round went off without a hitch and Dutton and Mystery Whisper were able to lead the victory gallop after all. “I don’t think I have ever had a more careful horse in the ring. He just tries at every jump, and that sort of gives you quite a bit of confidence that when you get in the ring that you don’t have to protect the horse and you can think about your time…I am not saying that I have done it but his jump is getting better and better.”

As far as looking ahead to this summer’s Olympics, Mystery Whisper seems to be Phillip’s top pick. “It sort of brings home to me that I haven’t schooled my horses on the flat because this one is in a whole different league to the others in what he can do in the dressage. Certainly in London that would be a huge advantage. I think I would pick Mighty Nice if we were going to Badminton or something like that, but Mystery Whisper seems to be pretty suited to the London Games. There are still another couple of months to go so we will see.”

Rebecca Howard and Riddle Master made a steady climb up the CIC3* leaderboard to end up in the reserve position in the massive class.

“Overall I was thrilled with the weekend. The horse is a great jumper, super careful, and was really good today. I didn’t ride as I planned to ride it, so I came out a bit frustrated. I just got a bit stuck in the turns and weaker in the lines so I just landed and saw the add. Plan B worked well, and he answered that, which was nice,” said Rebecca.

Marilyn Little-Meredith plowed through the second fence with RF Demeter—the same one that caused Phillip his scary moment—but despite the dropped rail and moving into third,

Marilyn was still very positive about her ride.

“I was really pleased all in all with the weekend,” she said. “It was a bit disappointing to have had the rail, but it is a little bittersweet because her performance was so much better today than at Red Hills, where she jumped clear. The score is not indicative of her performance. To ride her around the course today was a completely different horse than at Red Hills. I would take days like today any day of the week over Red Hills because what I saw today was a horse that I am really excited about going forward with—she was careful, she was thinking, she

was responsive.”

CIC2*Karen O’Connor dominated the CIC2* with her win aboard Joan Goswell’s Mandiba, a second place finish with RF Amber Eyes, and her student Marilyn Little-Meredith claiming third with RF Smoke on the Water. This event also marked a full circle for Mandiba, as he competed in and won his first Beginner Novice event at The Fork in 2005 and has now returned to competition after his fall at Badminton with a win in the CIC2* seven years later. “He was very comfortable at the two-star level, but I think I am going to keep him there a bit,” said Karen. “If he returns to the three-star or the four-star level, that is way off in the distance. That horse does not owe anybody anything—he has done everything that has been asked of him, and he has come back from his injury really well. If it’s his destiny to be really good at this level then I am OK with it.”

“The other mare, RF Amber Eyes, she was the bomb. I am so excited about her,” concluded Karen.

For more information about the 2012 horse trials at The Fork, visit www.forkstables.com.

Amy Tryon, team bronze medalist for the United States at the Athens 2004 Olympic Games, passed away on April 12, 2012.

Born in Redmond, Wash., on February 24, 1970, Amy and her older sister got their first pony when Amy was just 1-year-old. She started competing at the age of five and rode at her first event when she was eight.

She found her top horse, the former racehorse

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Phillip Dutton and Mystery Whisper took the win in the CIC3*.

Karen O’Connor and Mandiba earned top honors in the CIC2*.

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Amy Tryon (L-R) riding Leyland at the 2009 Rolex Kentucky Three-Day Event; and aboard Coal Creek at the 2008 Fair Hill International, where they took first place.

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Course Brook Farm’s (CBF) annual spring combined test was held Sunday, April 29 in Sherborn, Mass. The show offered Pre-Elementary

through Preliminary divisions, as well as dressage-only and extra jumping rounds. The beautiful weather, smiling faces, and a herd of palomino ponies in the Elementary division made the day an enjoyable one for everyone involved.

Starting the competition off as the sole competitor in the Preliminary division was CBF’s Paige Garson and her lovely horse Sam. They may have been guaranteed the blue ribbon, but they put in a great dressage test for a 33.9 and then pulled only one rail in show jumping for a solid final score of 37.9.

In the Training Level division, Jeanie Clarke and her elegant mare Summer Solstice won the dres-sage with a score of 30. A green runout at the fan jump in stadium turned the round into a schooling session, and by the end of the second optional jumping round, the pair was looking full of confi-dence. The division was won by Grace Pilkington on Hershey with a score of 39. Second place went to Anna Billings riding Hastening Rue (45.4), and in third was Corey Mordas with his big bay gelding Soto Marino (47).

Mary Lee didn’t have much competition in the Novice division either, but that didn’t stop her from putting in a steady show jumping round to finish first in her division of one on her dressage score of 40.

In Beginner Novice, Anna Billings led from start to finish on Ben There Done That, winning on her dressage score of 35.7. Second place went to home team favorite Brett Piercy and 4-year-old The Rooster, with a score of 39.5. In third was Erin Cheever on Tameeko (41), followed by Katelyn

Dudley riding Headliner Chas, who scored a 46.1 to finish in fourth place. Bella Sovrano, ridden by Bethany Jubert, finished out the division in fifth place with a score of 60.

The Elementary divisions were a blur of palomino ponies. Elementary A was dominated by CBF’s own Jennifer Chong on Julliard, who finished on a score of 31.5. Second place went to Sonia Williams and Winston with a score of 45. The yellow ribbon went to A.L.F. Aumara, ridden by Jessica Schabert (47.5), and Emily Pip Block and Candee finished in fourth on a score of 48.5.

Eliza Santin won Elementary B on Peter Finnegan with a score of 36. Jamie Lance rode Marlines Magic to claim the red ribbon with a score of 39. In third was Michele Foland with Chestah (41), and fourth went to Katie Santin on Dietz (45).

Top honors in the Pre-Elementary division went to Emily Young on Elliot G.S., with a score of 39.3. In second place was Does Her Justice, ridden by Jocelyn Pierce. Third went to Lilah Whitcomb riding Junkyard Treasure (41.88). In fourth place was Happy Meal ridden by Audrey Weyler, also finishing with a score of 41.88. And fifth went to Mary Bovaconti riding Immortal Honor (47.5).

For more information on upcoming events, visit www.coursebrookfarm.com.

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Poggio II, in a classified advertisement in the Seattle Times newspaper. Together, Amy and Poggio represented the U.S. at two Olympic Games—Athens in 2004 and the Beijing 2008 Olympic Games in Hong Kong—and two FEI World Equestrian Games, winning team gold in Jerez de la Frontera in 2002 and individual bronze in Aachen in 2006.

Amy was a firefighter until the summer of 2006, when she retired to dedicate herself full-time to riding, basing herself out of Mapleleaf Eventing at Upson Downs in Duvall, Wash.

Captain Mark Phillips, U.S. Eventing Team Chef d’Equipe, said: “Amy was one of my first developing riders on the West Coast and went on to be a regular member of the

team for 10 years.“We won the Worlds in 2002 and she

was third individually in the Aachen World Equestrian Games. We will all miss her terribly. She was a central member of the team, and was part of some of our most successful years.”

A memorial service was held for Amy’s extended family, close friends, members of the equestrian community, former students, and her longtime brethren in the fire and rescue service on April 20 at Upson Downs. Former teammate David O’Connor and fire-fighter Richard Burke, among others, spoke to her character.

Please join the Pedlar staff in offering Amy’s family and friends deepest condolences.


Preliminary winners Paige Garson and Sam.

Beginner Novice Champion Anna Billings aboard Ben There Done That.

Sonia Williams took second place in the Elementary A division with Winston.

Eliza Santin and Peter Finnegan took top honors in Elementary B.

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Connecticut Dressage & Combined Training Association (CDCTA) has been busy these past few months, running activities that benefit the

membership. The 20th Annual CDCTA Silent Auction was held on Friday, March 16 at The Gallery in Glastonbury, Conn. Everyone had a wonderful time dining on great food, socializing with other horse people, and bidding on items. The auction boasted more than 170 items and had an excellent turnout of interested bidders.

Thank you to all the individuals and compa-nies for your generous donations and for helping to make this auction a success! The proceeds from it are used to fund CDCTA activities throughout the year, such as the scholarship program, clinics, shows, and the annual awards luncheon.

On Sunday, March 25, 54 dedicated horse people met at Carbery Fields Farm in Lebanon, Conn., to audit a dressage symposium with USEF “R” judge Dot Demis. The purpose of

this clinic was to educate auditors about “ring craft,” which is how to maximize scores and to minimize point loss in dressage tests.

The day began with a lecture from Dot that enlightened auditors about how the judge thinks and views riders and horses from their seat at “C.” She discussed the key points that the rider should think about as they prepare for and as they ride their dressage test. Dot reminded auditors that “Dressage is simple, but it is not easy!” She explained how simple figures such as circles and straight lines can be better ridden by realizing a few simple concepts. Dot also emphasized the importance of under-standing and applying the pyramid of training to all levels of a horse’s training. She stated that it is very important to master the basics before considering moving up a level.

Dot’s main points were demonstrated by eight horses and riders throughout the day who rode Training, First and Second Level tests. An ongoing discus-sion occurred over the day between Dot and the auditors, who had excellent questions. This format allowed auditors to help her focus in on what was most meaningful to them. The new half scores that have just been added to tradi-tional dressage tests were also discussed.

On Sunday, April 8, a stadium jumping clinic was held at Mystic Valley Hunt Club with popular clinician Sally Hinkle Russell. Sally introduced eight stadium fences, including a skinny one with sails, a pair of stone walls, a bending line and a combination, to

the riders with the classic and effective “addition method”(start with one, do the subsequent jump, then pair them together). She was diligent about giving each individual one-on-one instruction in a relaxed and positive way. All instruction was done in a very kind, supportive, knowledgeable manner. According to participant Artea Beirn, “The message from the CDCTA group was that we are all here to learn and better ourselves; that’s the point of clinics. This message was reiterated over and over during my experience at this clinic by both the CDCTA folks as well as Sally.”

We hope to see more members and non-members at the upcoming July 22 CDCTA Schooling Dressage Show and Combined Test at Mystic Valley Hunt Club. Please visit www.cdctaonline.com for more information on this show as well as future CDCTA opportunities. Remember, CDCTA is always looking for member volunteers for any activity listed, so please contact the event organizer if you are interested in helping out.

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Stoneleigh-Burnham School in Greenfield, Mass., had beautiful weather for their first outdoor show of the season. A day of bright sunny skies

and 70 degrees was appreciated by all. Dressage was held in a 20 x 40-meter arena set up within the spacious 200' x 100' Flagg indoor riding hall.

Plenty of time was scheduled for each test, allowing Judge Jerilyn Nieder of Warner, N.H., time to talk briefly with each competitor at the conclusion of their test. Riders were thrilled with the comments and the insight they received. Stadium was held outdoor in the large sand arena on top of the hill by the school’s main entrance. The brightly colored jump course had a nice, easy flow to it. Although there were no tight turns or complicated striding, most of the jumps were of maximum height within each level, making for a great way to start the season.

There were also extra dressage tests and jumping rounds offered at each level, with many entries taking advantage of that option. Some chose to jump lower to start and then went higher after their first round. And some chose to ride two dressage tests so they could work on memorizing both the A and the B test.

The following are results from the combined tests: In the Tadpole divi-sion, Leira Feves and OhLaLa were champions. Gwen Maynard and Oberon took second, with Jillian Seigel on Sweet Pea coming in third.

In Beginner Novice, Beth Hackett and Final Frontier were the victors, followed by Heather DiGregorio and Catch a Star in second, Beth Walsh on High Tide in third, and Constance Walker with Miss May in fourth.

In the Novice division, it was Jamie Alnwick riding Factor Five to first place. Caroline Daly and Finnegan came in second and Meredith Scarlet and Juno were third. Rounding out the top five were Katie Angis on Rembrandt in fourth and Samantha Bilodeau aboard Sue’s Reputation in fifth.

At Training Level, Denise Goyea and Ottomar were crowned champions, followed by Beth Walsh and Kiki in second and Hilary Mroz-Blythe on Benny Good Man in third.

And in Preliminary, Bevin Cooper and Miracle were the winners.

In the dressage-only divisions, results are as follows: In Novice Test A, Jeff Cooper and

Lewis took the top spot. Kerry Freeman and Shooter were second, followed by Julia Horton on Monadnock in third.

In Novice Test B, it was Kerry Freeman aboard Shooter in first, Julia Horton on Monadnock in second, and Jeff Cooper with Lewis in third.

A fun day was had by all. Most entries even made plans to return to Stoneleigh-Burnham for the Mix and Match Event, which took place on May 19. For more information on these and Stoneleigh- Burnham’s other events, please visit www.sbschool.org.

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Leira Feves and OhLaLa, winners of the Tadpole division. Constance Walker and Miss May placed fourth in Beginner Novice.

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TEN BROECK FARM in Pepperell, Mass., will be hosting the New England Breed Show Series from June 8-10, 2012, which will kick off with the region’s first Young Horse Show on Friday, and continue with Breed Shows on Saturday and Sunday. During the exciting weekend, farm owners Phil and Orintha Silva will be hosting a benefit dinner and show on Saturday, June 9, with proceeds going to Community Hospice House in Merrimack, N.H. To learn more, visit www.tenbroeckfarm.net.

THE BATTLE IN WELLINGTON, FLA., over construction of a large equestrian complex continued this spring with opponents winning a round when the Environmental Resource Compliance Bureau of the South Florida Water Management District stopped all work on the World Dressage Complex. The reason cited was for violations on “construction and opera-tion without a permit.” The bureau stated that a permit must be obtained from the South Florida Water Management District prior to constructing a stormwater management system, dam, impoundment or reservoir. A group of residents heading what is called the Wellington Equestrian Preservation Alliance has opposed the project, led by Mark Bellissimo of the Wellington Equestrian Partners, on the grounds that the

huge complex will destroy the environment and character of the village of Wellington.

ARTHUR KOTTAS, former chief rider of the Spanish Riding School in Vienna, Austria, is making his way to the Northeast this season to teach three clinics. The first was held May 6-9—with two days at Bear Spot Farm in Concord, Mass., and two days at Kenridge Farm in Kensington, N.H. A second clinic is scheduled for July 22-25 and the third will be this fall from October 17-20. Although known for his back-ground in classical dressage, Arthur also has ties to the world of competitive dressage. He is a recognized judge and his daughter is also a successful European competitor. Anyone inter-ested in riding in one of his clinics or auditing should contact Irene Greenberg at 603-770-0939.

THE GLOBAL DRESSAGE FORUM has created a Global Dressage Foundation that will work to promote the efforts of the Forum and improve communication between all the stakeholders involved in the sport. Agreeing to take on the role as the first president of the Foundation is Princess Benedikte of Denmark. One of the goals of this new foundation is to create a North American Dressage Forum in Florida in the spring of 2013. The traditional forum event in Europe is scheduled this year for October 29-30 in Hooge Mierde.

THANKS TO THE WILLINGNESS OF U.S. DRESSAGE SHOW organizations to host para-dressage competition, the U.S. is well on its way to sending a team to the 2012 Paralympics. The challenge for American para-dressage riders is that there has been a limited number of interna-tional-level CPEDI events in which they could qualify for the Olympics. That really changed this past year.

The New England Dressage Association (NEDA) helped by hosting a CPEDI qualifier during the Fall Festival in September 2011. CPEDI competitions were also held on the winter circuits and then in late April, another was held in Texas (for more on this, turn to page 102). The selection trials for the U.S. Paralympics teams will be held in June at the U.S. Equestrian Team headquarters in Gladstone, N.J.

OLYMPIAN COURTNEY KING-DYE, who has worked her way back

into the competition ring as a para-rider after suffering from a brain injury two years ago, is aiming to make the 2012 U.S. Paralympic Team. She is now competing in the Grade 1a level.

OTHER TOP U.S. PARA-DRESSAGE RIDERS include Mary Jordan (Grade IV) of Wells, Maine, aboard Sebastian; Donna Ponessa (Grade 1a) of New Windsor, N.Y., with Silvano; Dale Dedrick (Grade II) from Ann Arbor, Mich., on Bonifatius; Rebecca Hart (Grade II) of Erie, Pa., aboard Lord Ludger; and Jonathan Wentz (Grade 1b). The Chef D’Equipe of the U.S. team is Missy Ransehousen.

IN NEWS FROM THE FEI…as of June 1, 2012 all veterinarians working at FEI events must carry an Official FEI Veterinarian Identification Card (the ID Card). Current official FEI veteri-narians (Veterinary Delegates & MCP/Testing Veterinarians) will be contacted directly by the FEI. All others wanting more information should visit www.horsesport.org.

HELEN ZIEGLER STEINKRAUS, 81, passed away on April 11 in her home in Newtown, Conn. Helen grew up in Connecticut and New York City and in 1960 married show jumper William Steinkraus, who survives her. Her interest was dressage and she trained with such greats as Gunnar Andersen and Carol Mikolka. She competed up to Grand Prix and earned many awards. She was also active with the American Dressage Institute and was a dressage judge. Helen had an interest in emergency services and was qualified as an EMT, among her many other talents. She will be missed by all.

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Top U.S. para-dressage rider Jonathan Wentz is also attempting to compete on the 2012 Paralympic Team.

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The New England Dressage Association (NEDA) continued to bring forward top educational opportunities for its members and dressage enthusiasts

with their 2012 Spring Symposium, which took place April 27-29. The event was held at Apple Knoll Farm in Millis, Mass., with Olympic Bronze Medalists Michael Poulin and Carol Lavell.

Poulin and Lavell were teammates on the 1992 United States Olympic Team, along with Robert Dover and Charlotte Bredahl, and hold the unique relationship of being teacher and student, mentor and colleague. The pair broke away from a regular symposium format, and provided an atmosphere where discussions were held amongst the entire group for the duration of the event. The informal format provided a place where the basis behind their training methods was able to be fully explored, focusing on the foundation behind each exercise and movement practiced on a young horse, all the way up through interna-tional levels.

“You have a pre-designed idea of what you’re going to accomplish when you’re developing movements, but working with Carol and Michael allowed us, as riders, the opportunity maybe not to work on the movements them-selves, but the building blocks instead. This was ‘the process,’ as Carol and Michael called it, that was the focus behind the three days of learning,” said demonstration rider Heidi Jo

Hauri-Gill.“What I really loved was the clarity of the

development of things, of being able to head home knowing I can achieve the same success as at the clinic because things were broken down in easy-to-understand pieces.”

The demonstration horse and rider combinations showcased throughout the weekend were: Joy Bahniuk and Safari; Doris Carlson and Wilhemena; Bobbi Carleton and Rawleigh; Joy Congdon and Wilkinson; Linda Currie and Gemini; Jennifer Dillon and Dirigo; Tracy Durham and Voluntario Interagro; Ann Guptill and Picardi; Heidi Jo Hauri-Gill and Willioso; Jordon LaPlaca and Double Domino;

Gwyneth McPherson and Flair; Gwyneth McPherson and Flyer; Gwyneth McPherson and Angus; Carolyn Tulumello and Bodacious; Jessica Viveiros O’Donnell and Brendan; and Emily Woods and Magic.

During the symposium, Poulin and Lavell shared their experiences of what it was like to train and medal in the Olympics as well as impart their wisdom as longtime devotees to the art of dressage. “So many wonderful people came out to not only celebrate a great educational experience of dressage, but took the opportunity to embrace the other festivities we had taking place such as a para-dressage overview and educational piece, as well as a celebration for NEDA’s 40th Anniversary with our past and current presidents Kathy McHugh, Paul Cormier, Sybille Craft, and Priscilla Endicott,” said NEDA Spring Symposium Coordinator Linda Mendenhall.

Heidi Jo Hauri-Gill added, “To me, this was the first time I really felt like a piece of the whole pie. The large turnout we had on Saturday was so supportive of what not only I was doing, but what all the riders were doing as well. Everyone was ‘one’ with us. It was almost as if they were going to say ‘come here, we want to learn with you and be a part of your experi-ences,’ and that is what NEDA brings to the table in all they do.”

For more information about the New England Dressage Association, please visit www. neda.org.

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Heidi Jo Hauri-Gill (above) aboard Willioso and Jordan LaPlaca with Double Domino (L) were featured demonstration riders at the symposium.

Michael Poulin offers advice to Tracy Durham riding Voluntario Interagro at the NEDA Spring Symposium.

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The Charles River Dressage Association (CRDA) is excited to announce its schedule

for the 2012 season. With the return of some long-time favorite clinicians and introducing new ones as well, CRDA welcomes the opportunity to continue to grow and learn with its members and non-members alike. To find out more information about any of the events, please visit the CRDA website at www.crdressage.org or email [email protected]. As always, anyone who is willing and able to volun-teer is welcome with open arms! Four volunteer hours are needed to qualify for year-end awards, so be sure to get yours in early.

2012 ScheduleThe CRDA Adult Camp with Lynne Kimball-Davis and Alix Szepesi was held April 28-29 and the Spring Schooling Show took place on May 6.

Later, the CRDA Clinic with Cindy Snowden took place May 19-20.

The Summer Schooling Show will be held on July 15. Entries will be accepted from June 11 until July 2.

August 12 marks the date of this year’s August Schooling Show. Entries are open from July 9-30.

The Jean Kendall Memorial Schooling Show will take place on September 30. Entries will be accepted from August 27 until September 17.

And finally, the CRDA Special Clinic with Kathy Connelly will be held on October 20-21.

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The Florida winter season wrapped up in April and some Florida-based riders were probably happy to see the Canadians head home. During

the inaugural WEF Wellington Dressage Nations Cup CDIO3*, held over the weekend of April 13-15, Canadians took the top three spots in the FEI Intermediaire I. Leading the Canadian charge was David Marcus riding the 12-year-old Chrevi’s Capital to a score of 69.211%. Canadians also took second and third place. Chris Von Martels and Udon P earned second with a score of 67.974% and Diane Creech rode Hallmark to third with a score of 66.132%. Marcus, who is based on Ontario, recently changed his citizenship to Canada. He was raised in the U.S. but has lived in Canada since he was 18.

In the Nations Cup team competition itself, it was the Americans who came out on top, taking both gold and bronze, leaving silver to the team from Europe. The gold medal U.S. team consisted of Christopher Hickey and Witness Hilltop, Caroline Roffman and Pie, Shelly Francis with Doktor, and Devon Kane riding Destiny. U.S. Team Two members included Laura Graves on Verdades, Tom Noone and Fred Astair, and Jane Cleveland with Rodeo Queen. The European team consisted of Kevin Kohmann of Germany and Klouseau, Mikala Gundersen of Denmark and My Lady, and Katharina Stumph of Austria riding For My Love.

In national level competition in Florida in April, Christopher Hickey and Balissa HTF continued showing well. The Hanoverian mare

has been competing at First Level and consis-tently earning scores in the 70s. During the Global Dressage Festival National 2 show, the pair earned a daily high score with a 74.516% in First Level Test 3. The reserve high score that day went to Jennifer Griger riding Delhia to a score of 71.081% in First Level Test 2.

Another rider who earned high scores of the day during the Global Dressage Festival in early April was Rick Rockefeller-Silvia, who took the high score on the final day of the West Palm Beach National Show riding Sakramenter, an Oldenburg gelding, to a score of 79.595% in First Level Test 2.

The big winners in the lucrative West Palm Beach $120,000 CDI5*, held the first weekend of April, were Adrienne Lyle and Pierre St. Jacques. The 27-year-old Lyle won both the CDI Grand Prix and the Grand Prix Freestyle with Wizard. They scored a 77.275% in the Freestyle to beat out Ashley Holzer and Breaking Dawn with their score of 74.000%. And they scored 73.021% for the win in the Grand Prix, which

put them well ahead of second place finisher Anja Plonzke, of Germany, riding Le Mont d’Or to a score of 71.851%. Lyle and the 13-year-old Oldenburg are hoping to make the U.S. team for the 2012 Olympics and their Florida wins indicate they are well on track for that goal.

St. Jacques and his long-time partner Lucky Tiger won the FEI Olympic Grand Prix Special with a score of 67.311%. Marcus was second with Chrevi’s Capital and a score of 67.022%. Third went to Hickey riding Douglas Hilltop to a score of 65.378%.

Another rider who saw continued success in Florida in April was para-dressage rider Jody Schloss, 39, of Toronto, Canada. She competed on the Florida circuit with Inspector Rebus. During the Global Dressage Festival National 2 show, she and Rebus scored a 73.250% in the FEI Para Freestyle Test of Choice. Her successes in Florida have made Schloss a clear contender to compete at the 2012 Paralympics in London and she’ll likely be at the selection trials in New Jersey in June.

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College teams and individual riders from 26 schools from California to Maine gathered for the 11th Intercollegiate Dressage Association

(IDA) National Championship on April 28-29.The event started on Saturday with team

competition day, with the top 12 teams from regional rankings vying for the honor of being named the National Champion. Each team of four riders competed in four different dressage tests from First Level to the Introductory Level on horses provided by the host region, with only a 10 minute warm-up. Competition was fierce as each rider strove for every point given by

judges Pam Wooding and Debby Savage. The second day continued with the awarding of the individual championships at First, Upper Training, Lower Training, and Introductory levels.

This year’s competition was held at the lovely Equine Center of Centenary College in Long View, N.J. “The horses were of exceptional quality and the facility is an excellent venue for the national competition,” said Beth Beukema, IDA President and Director of the Center for Equine Studies at Johnson & Wales University. “I can’t say enough about the exceptional manage-ment team at Centenary College and show manager Sarah Simms.”

The 2012 IDA National Champions from Johnson & Wales took top honors over the reserve champions from the University of Findlay. Centenary College followed with the third place title, while Virginia Intermont College, Mt. Holyoke College, Lake Erie College, St. Andrews University, University of Florida, Otterbein College, California Polytechnic State College, University of Connecticut, and Cazenovia College received fourth through 12th places, respectively. The team day high point rider was Carey Lang from Mt. Holyoke College with a 73.28% and the reserve high point rider was Jenna Marten from St. Andrews University.

The individual competition awarded the First Level Championship to Katie Ehlers from Centenary College and the reserve championship to Lauren Levy of Albion College; and the Upper Training Championship was won by Erin Hoyt of Virginia

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Adrienne Lyle and Wizard took top honors in the Grand Prix Freestyle.

FEI Intermediaire I winners David Marcus and Chrevi’s Capital.

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A delinde Cornelissen and Jerich Parzival, the defending champions from the Netherlands, clinched the Reem Acra FEI World Cup Dressage

title for the second consecutive season when they topped the freestyle on home turf in ‘s-Hertogenbosch, Netherlands, April 18-22, 2012. But Germany’s Helen Langehanenberg really pressurized the dominant Dutch duo with a spectacular performance that left them in close second, while Italy’s Valentina Truppa was a huge hit with the packed stadium of spectators, finishing in third with Ermo del Castegno.

As Judge and Ground Jury President Ghislain Fouarge later confirmed, the level of competi-tion at the Brabanthalle was much improved. “The judges were a bit disappointed after yester-day’s Grand Prix, and Adelinde was not at her best, but it was completely different today,” he said. A score of 86.250% clinched the title for Cornelissen, who went fourth from last in the field of 18 starters, putting her just over a single point ahead of runner-up Langehanenberg.

Australia’s Rachael Sanna and Jaybee Alabaster set the standard with a score of 71.339% as first to go, but were immediately overtaken by Finland’s Mikaela Lindh and Skovlunds Mas Guapo, who put a score of 71.696% on the board. Poland’s Katarzyna Milczarek was deeply disappointed, however, when Fouarge stopped the test to tell her that her horse had blood on his flank, and was therefore eliminated.

The Dutch judge later stated, “it’s always sad to eliminate somebody, but no one wants to see blood on the horse.”

Fourth to go was America’s Jan Ebeling, who lifted the atmosphere with a crowd-pleasing perfor-mance with Rafalca, but a mark of 69.875% would not challenge the leaders. Three horses later, Germany’s Isabell Werth and El Santo NRW certainly did. It has been 20 years since the 42-year-old rider won her first FEI World Cup Dressage title, which she followed with a second 15 years later, and with her usual flourish, she made her entry into the arena and set to work with conviction.

This is a rider who is never afraid to give it everything she’s got, and the lady who has five Olympic and six World Championship medals stashed in her trophy cabinet made the best use of her David Bowie musical score to steer her massive bay gelding through some powerful passage, extended trot, and canter before finishing with a dramatic one-handed ride down centerline. But this partnership has been struggling with piaffe for some time now, and once again it let them down, pinning their score just under the 80% mark at 79.964%.

They remained out in front after the break until Langehanenberg turned the competition on its head with a fabulous ride. Her 12-year-old stallion, Damon Hill, won the Reem Acra FEI World Cup Dressage Western European League qualifier at Neumunster, Germany, and was runner-up in Amsterdam, Netherlands, on the road to the season finale, and the stunningly good looking horse was on the button all the way, with lovely piaffe, passage and pirouettes, racking up high scores for a strong lead with a score of 85.214%.

Fouarge said afterwards, “Helen is a very elegant rider and can easily beat Adelinde at the moment if everything goes OK.” Cornelissen admitted that, having seen the German rider’s performance, she realized she had to raise her game. But she thanked her rival for putting her under pressure. “I knew I had to really sharpen [Jerich Parzival] up,” she said. And a “sharpened up” version of her extraordinary chestnut gelding

is a formidable sight at the best of times. With consummate ease, the pair began their

floor plan, and it was clear their score would be right up there as the horse drummed out the amazing passage and piaffe that have become his trademark to the beat of his now very familiar musical score. There was a tiny bit of indecision at the very end, but as Cornelissen explained afterwards, the horse took matters into his own hands—or hooves, in his case. “After the piaffe/pirouette I was doubting a bit, so Parzival said—what do you want me to to do? Make up your mind—so he decided!” And as the judges awarded them 86.250%, they surpassed Langehanenberg and put the result beyond doubt.

But the excitement wasn’t quite over yet. As show organizer Frank Kempermann pointed out

Adelinde Cornelissen and Jerich ParzivalCLINCH BACK-TO-BACK REEM ACRA FEI WORLd Cup dREssAgE TITLEs

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Intermont University, with reserve honors going to Stephanie Bandyk of Wake Forest University. The Lower Training Championship went to Anna Beckman of Otterbien College, while Alyssa Milano of the University of New Hampshire took reserve. The Introductory Level Championship was presented to Bree Greer of California Polytechnic, while the reserve cham-pionship went to Julia Knight of the University of Florida.

The Coach of the Year Award, sponsored by Custom Saddlery, went to by Bonnie Tinnemann of the University of Vermont. Tinneman received a dressage saddle as a prize. The University of Maine won the Team Sports Sportsmanship Award.

To learn more about the Intercollegiate Dressage Association, visit www.team dressage.com.

2012 Reem Acra FEI Dressage World Champions Adelinde Cornelissen and Jerich Parzival.

Helen Langehanenberg took second place riding Damon Hill NRW.


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The final day of the Houston Dressage Society (HDS) Spring Classic I & II CPEDI3* concluded with the Freestyle Test competition and

presentation of the Para-Equestrian accolades. The HDS Spring Classic I & II CPEDI3* was sponsored by The COR Group and ran concur-rently with the CDI3* and CDI1* sponsored by the North Texas Equestrian Center. Over three days, para-dressage athletes from the United States and Canada displayed dynamite FEI para-dressage tests in front of international judges Kathy Amos-Jacob of France, David Schmutz and Kristi Wysocki from the U.S., and Carlos Lopes of Portugal. Lauren Barwick, representing Canada, obtained the HDS Spring Classic I and II CPEDI3* Champion High Point Award and the Arbor Gate CPEDI3* Award for the highest average score across the team, individual, and freestyle tests. Jonathan Wentz garnered the Reserve Champion High Point Award for his stellar performance over the weekend and Donna Ponessa left the show grounds with the highest percentage score achieved over the weekend. For the United States, the HDS CPEDI3* was the last individual qualifier before the United States Equestrian Federation (USEF) 2012 London Paralympics Selection Trials in June.

For Canada, the HDS CPEDI3* was an additional environment where they could polish their three tests before heading back to Canada to prepare for the 2012 London Paralympics. As the High Point Champion of the HDS CPEDI3*, Barwick dominated the Grade II division with

her elegant mare, Off To Paris. The duo consis-tently achieved scores over 71% to earn the High Point Champion Award. As of January 31, 2012, Barwick was fifth on the FEI World Para-Equestrian Individual Ranking List. Her accomplishments as a gold and silver medalist and Four-Star Parelli Professional have given her the confidence and determination to continue to work hard as a para-dressage athlete.

For Jonathan Wentz (Grade Ib), Dr. Michele

Miles’ horse Silvano was an asset over the weekend to achieving superior scores and the Reserve Champion High Point Award. Wentz and Silvano continued to earn leading scores over Wentz’s other horse NTEC Jabriel, owned by Rachel Zent. Wentz noted, “The entire weekend was great. For the freestyle competition on Silvano, I used Richter’s music. I improvised a little bit since Silvano and Richter’s paces are so different. I also made sure not to incorporate any high level movements and play it safe with Silvano. I did do a lot of extensions, but in a 20 x 40-meter ring, performing an extension on a horse with a large stride like Silvano is difficult. Even the 10-meter circle was more

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later, the Brabanthalle was packed to capacity with 9,500 people who were enjoying every moment of the freestyle action. And, last to go, Italy’s Valentina Truppa and Eremo del Castegno brought the competition to a perfect conclusion with a test so full of life that the spectators roared with delight as she saluted the judges for the final time.

As Truppa said herself afterwards, “People were singing to some of the songs—this type of music is happy and good for the public—it’s a combination of an Italian rider, an Italian horse and Italian music!” They could hardly have brought the 2011/2012 Reem Acra FEI World Cup Dressage Final to a better conclusion, as Truppa became the third rider to score above 80%, putting an 81.232% on the board for third place.

Reflecting on the performances of the top three

riders, Fouarge said they all “did a top job, but with very different performances,” adding that, in his opinion, Langehanenberg could threaten Cornelissen even more if she increased the degree of technical difficulty in her test. “It should be higher,” he said. “Adelinde’s degree of difficulty

is higher.”Cornelissen believes, however, that Parzival

has more improvement to come ahead of this summer’s Olympic Games in London, England. She intends to compete with him at the Dutch Championships in Hoofddorp and Rotterdam in preparation for that, but if Langehanenberg takes Fouarge’s advice, then the German may well give the new double-champion a run for her money come August.

However, it was Cornelissen who had the style to record the 12th Dutch victory in the 27-year history of the FEI World Cup Dressage series, which now goes forward into its third year of sponsorship by New York fashion designer, Reem Acra, in 2012/2013.

For further information on the Reem Acra FEI World Cup Dressage Final, visit www.indoorbra-bant.com.

Lauren Barwick was the HDS Spring Classic I and II CPEDI3* Champion High Point Award and Arbor Gate CPEDI3* Award winner riding Off To Paris.

Jonathan Wentz earned the Reserve Champion High Point Award.

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Valentina Truppa earned third place with Ermo del Castegano.

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challenging since Silvano is about the diameter of a 10-meter circle.

“As for Gabe (NTEC Jabriel), we worked on using different techniques. We decided to switch to a snaffle to work on control. I was happy with Jabriel but I know we still have some items to work on. During our individual test on Saturday, Gabe had all 7s and 8s on the first half. I know he is capable of top scores and I know that I also have [NTEC Richter Scale] to earn great scores. He is the steadiest rock in the world; I love Richter and I know him. As soon as I sit in that saddle I know I don’t have to worry about the horse, I just have to focus on myself.

“I am looking forward to the Trials, we have been working Richter constantly and I don’t know if even the judges are going to recognize the new Richter. Finally, I am excited for the United States team, we really have a chance to earn a medal this year.”

Wentz is currently ranked tenth on the FEI World Rankings and continues to climb the charts. For the past month, he has been working with NTEC Richter Scale, NTEC Jabriel, Silvano and his coach Kai Handt as they prepare for the 2012 Paralympics Selection Trials.

Donna Ponessa of New Windsor, N.Y., solidi-fied her partnership with Dr. Michele Miles’ horse Silvano over the three days of competition. Silvano is an ideal match for the Grade Ia rider, due to his expressive walk and the elasticity of his steps. Ponessa earned the top overall percentage score of the weekend when she earned a 74.585% in the team test competition.

Ponessa’s trainer Wes Dunham noted, “This partnership of Silvano and Donna has been astounding. I had an inkling when we tried the horse a month ago, and we realized we were right on with that impression that this horse and Donna would work well together. I am grateful for the guidance of Kai Handt in helping us to make that choice, Jonathan Wentz for allowing us to share this spectacular horse, and for Dr. Michele Miles, who has generously let us borrow Silvano. In addition, we would not be here if it wasn’t for Sue and Kevin Niblo and Donna’s sponsors and support.”

With her recent Selection Trials qualification on Andrea Hart’s Nicolai, Olympian Courtney King-Dye will also be making the trip to Gladstone. The duo achieved their highest score of the weekend in the freestyle with a 69.415%. Courtney expressed, “I was thrilled this weekend; Each day I rode him progressed from the day before and I continued to get to know Nicolai better.”

She continued, “The freestyle I rode on Nicolai is designed for my new horse at home because it contains a lot of lateral work and zig-zag patterns. I had a lot of fun riding it on Nicolai. After the first day, I figured out that my reins were too short, which inhibited his movement. I noticed that adding the longer rein, although it may

look a little sloppy, gives Nicolai a better top line, a better frame, and it makes him relax. I am now looking forward to taking what I learned in Houston and applying it to my work with my new horse, Buddy.”

After Houston, Courtney headed back East where she has been working with Buddy in prep-aration for the Selection Trials. Courtney noted, “This whole journey has been amazing. I know it is unrealistic to have only one goal in mind—to go to the Olympics—because only four riders can go. With every competition the stars have to align, the horse has to wake up on the right side of the stall, and I just have to do the best I can do and hope that is good enough to earn a spot.”

In Grade III, Wendy Fryke and her stallion Lateran maintained harmony between horse and rider as they navigated their carefully choreo-graphed musical freestyle, earning them a score of 69.915%. In Grade IV, Jennifer Baker once again piloted Rondo Del Rey, owned by Kathy Jones, to achieve an excellent score for their musical interpretation and wonderful half-passes. Both Fryke and Baker are looking forward to their next goal to compete at the USEF Paralympics Selection Trials and 2012 Para-Equestrian Dressage National Championship.

As a high performance athlete, the financial burden to compete and travel can be extensive. With support from sponsors, para-equestrians are able to earn their scores to qualify for the Paralympics or World Equestrian Games. Hope Hand of the United States Para-Equestrian Association (USPEA) expressed, “Supporters continue to help grow the para-equestrian discipline and create awareness about the high performance discipline of para-equestrian dres-sage. I would like to thank the volunteers at the horse show, the entire management including Kathy Jones, and the multiple sponsors who made the Houston Dressage Society CPEDI3* a wonderful venue for para-equestrian competi-tions. We look forward to working with the Houston Dressage Society in the future.”

The USEF London Paralympics Selection Trials and USEF Para-Equestrian Dressage National Championships are scheduled for June 10-13, 2012 in Gladstone, N.J. The competition is expected to be tough and exciting. Since the 2010 Alltech FEI World Equestrian Games, the number of United States para-equestrian riders has grown exponentially. You can follow all the action of the USPEA riders at www.uspea.org.

Courtney King-Dye was thrilled to qualify for the Paralympic Selection Trials.

Donna Ponessa earned the highest percentage score at the CPEDI3*.

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Hunter/Jumper news By Kim Ablon Whitney

Heads Up

JOSE FERNANO BONETTI’S big wish for his 15th birthday was a new jumper and no candles! When his cake arrived with a jumping horse and rider made from fondant, he thought his dream was not going to come true…that was, until he arrived to ride at Stransky’s Mission Farm to find his real present: a big, bay jumper named Felix. The teen admitted that, though he enjoyed the edible equine, this was much better than the one on the cake!

ALSO IN NEWS FROM STRANSKY’S MISSION FARM, owner Liliane Stransky wanted to reward her daughter Daniela for her hard work on behalf of the Step by Step Foundation (SBS). She surprised the 16-year-old with a new gray jumper named Liverpool, purchased from JET Show Stables’ trainer Jimmy Torano, who is a member of the SBS charity’s Advisory Board.

Daniela was also excited when she recently received a prize in the mail this past month, to find that her junior jumper Ikarus had earned the 2011 reserve championship ribbon in the United States Hunter Jumper Association Zone 4 Finals. At 18, the gray gelding is still going strong and winning for his 15-year-old rider, who is championing SBS in national and international competitions.

GRAZING FIELDS STUDENTSAli Rose, Allie Joyce, and Andrea Robbins (Oklahoma State), as well as Leah Chanelle and Lia Chaffee (Texas A&M) and Larissa Laffey (Kansas State) traveled outside of New England to compete at the NCAA Big 12 Championship in Kansas. Oklahoma State came home with the championship. Then, Ali Rose and Brianna Raab had a face-off in the Nationals in Waco, Texas, with Ali coming out on top. Allie Joyce won her over fences point class as well.

PAM AND MONICA HUNT’S Cornerstone Farm of Haverhill, Mass., had a great Ocala Circuit. Sydney Berube’s pony, The Magic Word, was reserve circuit champion in the Small Green Ponies. Sydney leased Happy Feet and Schnip and earned ribbons in the Children’s Hunter Ponies. Jess Lusty showed Anucci to ribbons in all of her eq classes. Nic Horgan

leased Windsor, Beechwood Hotel, and the Explorer. He earned ribbons in the Children’s Hunters and was champion in the Limit and Intermediate eq. Cornerstone is also very excited with Nic’s new purchase, Captain 33 (thanks to Bill and Abby Lowry).

TWO OF SADDLE ROWE’S GIRLS came down to show with Cornerstone…Marissa Cintolo leased Beechwood Hotel and got great ribbons in the Modified Children’s as well as the Children’s Hunters. She also leased Windsor for the Mini Medal and Maclay. Caitlin Shea leased Pravada and did a great job with her in the Modified and Children’s Hunters. Also, Alexa Bayko earned great ribbons aboard Monica and David Hopper’s horse, Essex

Street, in the adult hunters and adult eq. Monica and old friend, Tricia O’Connor, also imported a new young horse that got great ribbons in the Baby Greens and Hunters.

CONGRATULATIONS TO ROBIN PETERSON’S CLIENTS, Amy Wanger and Megan Piermarini, on the purchase of their new horses. Sarah Brandow purchased Alexa Bayko’s Crespo, thanks to trainer Andre Deleyer. Casey Rhodes is currently leasing Jim Fahey’s Beechwood Hotel. And Allie Belcher from Colorado purchased Prince.

WHITE FOX FARM returned home from an exciting and successful stint at the Winter Equestrian Festival (WEF). Samantha Greenbaum and Megan Martin will now be based out of Cerulean Farm in Millis, Mass. Devon MacLeod made the most of her two weeks at WEF, earning both a champion and reserve champion in the 12-14 Equitation, among other impressive rides and ribbons. Ava Stearns had an extremely successful winter, earning tricolors in multiple divisions, as well as making her “horse” debut. White Fox would also like to congratulate their investors on the purchase of two lovely young horses to be debuted this summer.

WE WERE SORRY TO HEAR THAT ALIXE SCHWARTZhad to put her wonderful horse, Providence, down. He was buried at St. Lawrence University (SLU) Stables, where he was retired. Alixe sends her thanks to Dr. Carol Vischer and the staff at SLU, especially Mary Drueding, Cate Wagner, and Liz McCormick Ingrim. Also, thanks to John and Amy Eidson for finding Providence for Alixe.

PERHAPS YOU READ HER BOOK…now you can get the DVD! Sandy Point Stables owner Jay Sargent of Portsmouth, R.I., has put together an amazing video of footage of her interactions with JoJo and other dolphins in Turks and Caicos. The DVD is narrated by Jay, who has truly become an expert on dolphin behavior!

CONGRATULATIONS TO TERESA MEDEIROS of Sutton, Mass. She earned fourth place in Future Novice Over Cross-Rails at the IEA Nationals held in Syracuse, N.Y., on April 19-21. Teresa, a sixth grader at Sutton Middle School, first earned enough points throughout the season to qualify for Regionals. After placing second in her division, she then qualified for Nationals by winning a first in her division at the Zone 1 Finals.

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Jose Fernano Bonetti and his new horse, Felix.

Daniela Stransky proudly displays her reserve ribbon with Ikarus.

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Congratulations to all that joined us for a Great Winter in Ocala

Reserve Circuit Champion Small Green Pony

The Magic Word owned by Sydney Berube

Ribbons in all Mini Medals and 12-13 Eq

Anucciand Jess Lusty

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Congratulations to Allie Belcher on the purchase of Prince

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Congratulations to Sarah Brandow on the

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Champion Hits Hunter. Great ribbons in Baby Greens 5-year-old Hanoverian For Sale. Video can be seenon YouTube at Cloverleaoconnor Vintage.

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Sydney Berube rode Schnip and Happy Feet to great ribbons in the childrens ponies and Marshall and Sterling Children’s Hunter Pony Classic.

Caitlin Shea also joined us for a great time and experience at HITS Ocala.

Champion modifi ed Adults

Winner Adult Eqand Hunters

Ribbons in Low Hunterwith Tricia O’Connor

Essex Streetand Alexa Bayko

Congratulations Nic on thepurchase of your new horse.

Nic leased Windsor, Beachwood Motel and The Explorer in Ocala.

Champion Limit Eq. Reserve Champion Intermediate Eqand 12-13 Eq. Ribbons in the

THIS, Children’s Hunters, Modifi ed Children’s and some fun in the

jumper ring.

Captain 33and Nicolas Horgan

Marissa Cintolo won a modifi edChildren’s as well as great ribbonsin the Children’s Hunters and the

Marshall and Sterling Classicsboth weeks.

Congratulations to Casey Rhodeson the lease of Harry.

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The United States Equestrian Team (USET) Foundation is pleased to announce that Katie Dinan of New York, N.Y., has been selected

as the 2012 recipient of the Maxine Beard Show Jumping Rider Award. Dinan received the Maxine Beard Award at the American Invitational on April 7, 2012, at the Raymond James Stadium in Tampa, Fla. The selection was based on Dinan’s competitive record and future potential to represent the United States in international competition. The award provided Dinan the opportunity to be credentialed and travel with the U.S. delegation to the 2012 FEI World Cup Finals in ‘s-Hertogenbosch in the Netherlands, held April 19-22. There, she observed the operations of an interna-tional championship, including the stabling area, veterinary inspections and schooling, and walked the courses with the U.S. Show Jumping Coach, George H. Morris.

At just 18 years old, Dinan is already taking the grand prix circuit by storm, and it looks like she will be at the top of the sport in no time. After winning the 2011 individual gold medal at the North American Junior Young Rider Championships aboard Vancouver last year, Dinan established herself at the grand prix level at the beginning of 2012.

She proved that consistency is key, and with continued top placings at the biggest events at the Winter Equestrian Festival, she eventually took home the blue ribbon in the $50,000 Horseware Ireland Grand Prix with Nougat du Vallet.

“Winning the individual gold medal at Young Riders meant a lot to me person-ally,” explained Dinan. “The competition tested my consis-tency and ability to ride under pressure, two things I have been working to improve. Also, winning the Horseware Ireland Grand Prix was a huge turning point. It was my first major victory among international competitors and gave me a lot of confidence going forward.”

Dinan will be a freshman at Harvard University in the fall of 2012, but she is using this “gap year” as an opportunity to focus solely on her riding with her Olympic trainer McLain Ward. She participated in the 2012 Olympic Selection Trials, and hopes to one day represent the United States internationally on a

Nations Cup team or by competing at the World Cup Finals.

“I feel very honored to be the 2012 recipient of the Maxine Beard Award,” expressed Dinan. “Representing the United States in interna-tional competition is a dream of mine, and it is thrilling to receive such a distinction from the USET.”

For more information about the USET Foundation or to make a donation, call 908-234-1251 or visit www.uset.org.

The Vermont Summer Festival will return to East Dorset, Vt., for six consecutive weeks of competition running July 4 - August 12, 2012.

New England’s largest hunter/jumper competi-tion, the 2012 Vermont Summer Festival, will offer more than $750,000 in prize money, making it the richest sporting event based on purse in the state of Vermont.

New for 2012, the first five Saturdays of the Vermont Summer Festival will feature a $30,000 Grand Prix. During week six, the $50,000 Vermont Summer Celebration Grand Prix will be held on Saturday, August 11. The weekly $10,000 Open Welcome Stake, presented by Manchester Designer Outlets, will now be held each Thursday.

For junior and amateur show jumping competitors, a $10,000 Junior/Amateur-Owner Classic will be the highlight each week, while week six will feature a $15,000 Children’s/Adult Jumper Classic.

Hunter competitors will enjoy more time in the spotlight in 2012. The hugely popular $5,000 3'3'' Hunter Derby will be held each Thursday for the first five weeks, and week three is a World Championship Hunter Rider (WCHR) member event. Based on the tremendous success of the hunter derbies during their inaugural year in 2011, Vermont Summer Festival show orga-nizers have added a $15,000 Hunter Derby for week six, sponsored by Vermont-based eques-trian luggage manufacturer, Oughton Limited. In order to qualify for the $15,000 Hunter Derby, the rider or owner must compete in one of the $5,000 3'3'' Hunter Derbies during the first five weeks of competition.

The Vermont Summer Festival prides itself on using the best course designers in the busi-ness to set the tracks in the all-weather grand prix ring. Popular Canadian course designers Chris Brandt and Olympic Individual Silver Medalist Michel Vaillancourt will return in 2012, as will Alan Wade of Ireland. American

course designers Eric Hasbrouck, Ken Krome and Steve Stephens will each have a week in the grand prix ring as well.

For more information, email [email protected] or visit www.vt-summer-festival.com.

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Katie Dinan named 2012 maxine BeaRd awaRd winneR By uset foundation

George H. Morris, Jane F. Clark, Ronnie Beard, Katie Dinan,

Elizabeth Millar, and Jamie Dinan at the Maxine Beard Award presentation.

Marylisa Leffler and Zivago compete in a hunter derby during the 2011 Vermont Summer Festival.

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Canadian Olympian Jill Henselwood aboard Juniper Farm’s George continued her journey toward the Pfizer Million and the 2012 Olympics

with a big win at Commonwealth Park in the $40,000 HITS Grand Prix, presented by Pfizer Animal Health on April 22. As she prepared for the Nations Cup Series in Belgium and Austria, Henselwood spent that week in Culpeper, Va., where she also picked up wins in the $15,000 Brook Ledge Open Jumper Prix on April 20 and the $2,000 Level 7 Jumper on April 19.

Fellow Canadian Danny Foster of Milton, Ontario, designed the course and presented riders an immediate jump-off option. Foster crafted a 14-obstacle track, which included three double combinations. Faults were scat-tered as his course proved to be challenging, but attainable. Ten were clear over the first round course, but only two managed to produce double clear efforts—Henselwood and Laura Linback of Mundelin, Ill., in the irons of Woodrun’s HH Dauphin.

“There was a lot of great talent here at this show,” said Foster. “Jill [Henselwood] is just

fantastic and I thought a lot of the horses jumped extremely well today.”

Henselwood and George set the Great American Time to Beat at 44.954 seconds late in the class and chose the immediate jump-off to ultimately capture the win. After a successful winter season at HITS Thermal, Henselwood gained valuable qualifying leverage for the Pfizer $1 Million Grand Prix, to be held in September at HITS-on-the-Hudson in Saugerties, N.Y.

Admittedly, Henselwood has not yet chosen a horse for the Pfizer Million, but has plenty of talent to choose from between George and her other top-performing mount, IV Ever, also owned by Brian Gingras.

Second place in the Grand Prix went to HITS Ocala veteran Linback and HH Dauphin. The pair returned first for the jump-off at the end of the first round and crossed the timers in 47.661 seconds. Linback and HH Dauphin

competed all winter at the HITS Ocala Winter Circuit and earned several top prizes before heading north.

Third place went to Jeanne Hobbs of Southern Pines, N.C., and her own Nielson B. They posted the fastest jump-off time of 42.159

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The Atlanta Summer Classics, held at the Georgia International Horse Park in Conyers, Ga., is a USEF AA-rated, two-week event running

June 13-24. This year’s event will play host to the inaugural $25,000 Pony Hunter Derby Classic. “This will be the first of two $25,000 pony events for the summer. We have some of the country’s best talent in our pony sections and I think it’s time they get rewarded for their efforts,” Bell said. The second Pony Hunter Classic will be held in July at the Charleston Summer Classic.

Both events will be open to all ponies, even non-members; however they will need a valid USEF measurement card. “Each Pony Derby Classic will be held as a two-round event. The first round will be judged numerically and the top 20 will return for a second round.

The course will be made up of 12 jumps with heights being adjusted for each section. Small ponies will show at 2'3'', Mediums at 2'6'', and the Larges at 3',” Bell said. Both Derby Classics will be run under the specifications of USEF Rule HU 146 and the entry fee for each is $250. The prize money will be distributed through 12th place.

Pony riders aren’t the only ones getting a spotlight in Atlanta this summer. The first week of the series has been designated a World Championship Hunter Rider (WCHR) event, featuring the $15,000 USHJA International Hunter Derby. “For those riders looking toward the Derby Finals this is a great opportunity to prep. Our derby courses in the former Olympic arena provide both the rider and horse the chance to compete on a huge field over some challenging obstacles,” Bell said. Also during

the WCHR week will be the $2,500 USHJA National Hunter Derby, the Atlanta Cup Equitation for Ponies, and the popular Grand Puba Junior Hunter Championship. Jumper riders aren’t forgotten either, with a $35,000 Grand Prix to close the week.

There’s plenty to keep exhibitors’ attention between the show weeks, too. The USHJA Zone 4 Hunter and Jumper Committees are sponsoring two special clinics; on Monday, the USHJA Riders Clinic with Jimmy Torano will take place, and on Tuesday, the USHJA Water Jumping Clinic will be held with Wilhelm Genn. These clinics are free of charge and while both have filled, auditors are welcome. Please contact Jill Mills for additional information at 404-731-3643.

Week two of the Atlanta Summer Classics will host an array of exciting events, such as the Emerson Burr Program for Pony riders and one of the most popular annual social happen-ings returns to the Grand Prix arena—the 15th Annual Outback Steakhouse Charity Dinner. “Each year this dinner sells out and local chari-ties win big! It’s a delicious way to give back to a community that welcomed our horse shows to their area even before the Olympic fanfare. I’m proud of the good works our charity dinner has and continues to do,” Bell said. The 140' party tent along the grand prix arena will offer the VIP tables great views of all the action.

During the Outback Steakhouse dinner the crowd will be entertained with a special class, the $3,500 Ride and Run. “This is a fun class for jumper riders and their grooms! Without giving too much away—the rider does a special course while the groom, equipped with a wheelbarrow of hay, grain, and water, makes their way across the arena, both competitors trying to have the best time,” Bell shared.

There will also be a Zone 4 Forum hosted by the committee members and back by demand, Just Ask the Judges, with guests Jimmy Clapperton and Thom Brede on hand to answer exhibitors’ questions.

Highlighting the second week will be the debut of the $25,000 Pony Hunter Derby Classic in the grand prix arena and to close the series another $35,000 show jumping grand prix.

“It’s going to be a great Classic summer! We’re expecting to put up three tents so I hope folks will get their entries in early—they don’t want to miss this series!” Bell concluded.

For addiwtional information on any of the 2012 events, call the Classic Company office at 843-768-5503 or visit www.classic-company.com.

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seconds, but one rail down earned them the yellow ribbon. Hobbs and Nielson B have a few years of experience together and also look to make their third appearance at the 2012 Pfizer Million.

Rounding out the top five were long-time HITS veterans and accomplished riders Patty Stovel and Michael Kirby. Stovel, of Chester Springs, Pa., and her own Carigor Z finished in fourth place and Kirby, of Madison, Conn., finished in fifth on his own KT Undercover.

$15,000 Brook Ledge Open Jumper PrixThe $40,000 Grand Prix looked a lot like the $15,000 Brook Ledge Open Jumper Prix as Jill Henselwood and Laura Linback captured the first and second place ribbons again. As 25 competitors got an early taste of Foster’s expectations on the field, Henselwood earned her first of two big wins on George, while Linback took the red ribbon aboard Woodrun’s Whittaker MVNZ. Jason Berry of Verona, Va., earned the third place ribbon with his own Indy.

For more information on HITS Culpeper, visit www.hitssshows.com.

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$35,000 Outback Steakhouse Grand Prix Champions Wilhelm Genn and Happy Z at last year’s Atlanta Summer Classics.

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Everyone is a winner at the Skidmore College Saratoga Classic Horse Show (SCHS). Blue ribbons and prizes are awarded not only in the show

ring but also outside of it as well. Everyday exhibitors have a chance to win prizes and gifts for simply participating in the two weeks of competition.

The SCHS takes place in Saratoga Springs, N.Y., a town rich with tradition, history, and culture. While exhibitors participate in two weeks of AA-rated competition from June 12-24, non-equestrian family members can take in extraordinary shopping, renowned restaurants and golf courses, as well as the National Museum of Racing and Hall of Fame, Saratoga Automobile Museum, National Museum of Dance and Hall of Fame, Children’s Museum, and the New York State Military Museum. Additionally during the two weeks of competition, the Saratoga Performing Arts Center has performances by Yanni, Drake, and the Beach Boys.

“The Skidmore College Saratoga Classic Horse Show is a competition that not only exhibitors enjoy but so does the whole family,” said Adele Einhorn, Executive Director of SCHS. “The event attracts some of the top riders and trainers in the country and most importantly, all proceeds go directly

to fund scholarships for students who otherwise can’t afford college tuition.”

As a winner of a 2011 United States Hunter Jumper Association (USHJA) Member’s Choice Award, the 2012 highlighted events will include the $25,000 Landgero Cup Grand Prix, $15,000 USHJA International High Performance Hunter Derby, $15,000 Thoroughbred Hunter & Jumper classes, and $10,000 Jumper Classic. The scenic and shaded showgrounds provide an ideal place for families and their children to compete in the Short Stirrup, Pony Hunters, Children’s Hunters, Junior Hunters, Equitation, and Jumper classes.

The $15,000 USHJA International Hunter Derby will be held during the first week of SCHS, which will be a World Championship Hunter Rider Member Event, on Saturday, June 16 in the Jumper Ring. The derby event will include fences reminiscent of the hunt field, such as a natural post and rail, stone wall, hedges, and logs.

The newest addition to the 2012 SCHS are the Low Thoroughbred Hunter & Jumper classes sponsored by the New York Thoroughbred Horsemen’s Association, the New York Racing Association, and the New York Thoroughbred Breeders as part of their Take 2 Initiative. The initiative’s mission is to develop second career opportunities for retired Thoroughbreds. The classes are only open to Thoroughbreds that possess either a Jockey Club certificate of registration, lip tattoo, or a letter from the Jockey Club verifying their identity.

For more information on the Skidmore College Saratoga Classic Horse Show, visit www.skidmore.edu/saratogaclassic or call 518-580-5632, ext. 5633.

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April 7, 2012, was a night of nail-biting excitement as 32 of the nation’s top riders went head-to-head in the $200,000 Gene Mische American

Invitational presented by G & C Farm at Raymond James Stadium in Tampa, Fla. It was with speed and accuracy that Mario Deslauriers was able to triumph with Cella during a five-horse jump-off. They raced through the finish line in 44.50 seconds after completing a clear short course. Molly Ashe-Cawley posted a speedy time aboard Carissimo, leaving all rails in their cups and capturing the second place prize in 45.81 seconds. Beezie Madden was the third of the double-clear efforts, but her time of 46.31 seconds proved too conservative, taking the third place honors for the evening’s event.

2008 Olympic course designer Steve Stephens designed the demanding course. The 13 numbered obstacles featured a vertical-oxer double combi-nation, a long oxer-vertical-oxer combination, a colonnade wall, Stephen’s signature bicycle vertical, a skinny horseshoe vertical and a liver-pool. The most difficult obstacle proved to be the bicycle jump, resulting in 13 pairs knocking the top rail to the ground.

Laura Kraut and Cedric were one of the teams to fall victim to the problematic fence. They eventually took sixth place. Kraut was one of nine four-fault riders, including Matt Williams, Shane Sweetnam, Richard Spooner, Meredith Michaels-Beerbaum, Marie Hecart, Darragh Kenny, Pablo Barrios and Reed Kessler.

Charlie Jayne and Athena were the third pair on course and the first to complete a clear effort. Eleven rounds later, the defending champions Kent Farrington and Uceko tripped the timer without incurring any jumping faults. Their clear round guaranteed a jump-off. Beezie Madden left nothing to chance as she entered the ring as the

25th rider to attempt the course. She procured an exceptional first round attempt, leaving all rails in their cups and joined the ranks in the jump-off.

It has been 10 years since Molly Ashe-Cawley has had a victory for the prestigious event; however, her clear round gave her another opportunity to take the win and ride Carissimo to the top. Cella with Mario Deslauriers in the irons also provided a clear round to move into the jump-off and vie for the championship.

The jump-off round began over a single green oxer, and riders made a left turn over the colon-nade wall. A quick right turn then moved the riders through the difficult vertical-oxer combi-nation and into another right turn over the horseshoe vertical. From there, the horse and rider combinations were introduced to two new obsta-cles—the American Invitational vertical reversed and the Land Rover vertical. They then made a sharp right rollback over the brick-clad oxer and with a right turn finished over the final oxer.

Jayne and Athena were the first to show over the shortened track; however, they proved that the course was no simple feat to maneuver. They accrued 16 faults for their effort, and earned a time penalty, resulting in 17 faults overall. Their jump-off round eventually earned the team the fifth place ribbon. The rounds only seemed to grow increasingly better with each go.

Farrington was the next to compete in the jump-off—his pure determination had the entire stadium on edge as the anticipation rose. Farrington guided Uceko over the course bril-liantly, but the rail went down on the final obstacle. They finished with a four-fault total

and the time of 45.10 seconds for the fourth place award.

It was Madden who piloted Simon to the first double-clear effort of the night. Hopes were high as they soared over the fences and it seemed as though she would have a chance to win her third American Invitational. She took a conservative approach to the course, effectively clearing all obstacles. Her time of 46.310 seconds left the door open, eventu-ally leaving her in the third place position.

“I think I would have been more aggressive had there been fast trips already,” Madden explained. “I think I was pretty good until the black-and-white double. He jumped a little high there, got a little wandery and a little zig-zaggy. He was a little wide to the

last line and a little to the left, so I did one more stride, but I think I would have attacked a little more had there been faster rounds before.”

Ashe-Cawley is one of only three victors to win the invitational in consecutive years, and her thirst for the first place prize was apparent as she made her way through the short course. Carissimo stayed straight and true through the obstacles, moving with a firm pace. After landing from the Land Rover vertical, they attempted to slice the turn to the oxer, but she lost time after the turn did not go as smoothly as planned. Racing from the penultimate obstacle toward the final oxer, they made up some time and broke the beam at 45.810 seconds with a clear round, but it proved only good enough for the second place prize.

Ashe-Cawley has been away from the world of grand prix jumping for an extended interval of time, but earning the second place award was definitely the comeback she has been awaiting. “It was a long absence; it was probably longest for me than anybody,” she described. “Carissimo is a great horse, I just got him at the beginning of the circuit and he’s been coming along. It’s good to know it’s still there, this win proved that to me. You start to wonder when you sit outside long enough; it’s not so easy to step back in with these guys who are up and running and doing all these big shows, so it felt good.”

The last to attempt the night’s short course was Deslauriers aboard Cella. Together they maneu-vered their way easily over each fence with Cella proving her agility and precision over the jumps, avoiding any faults. Deslauriers effectively shaved off 1.31 seconds, slicing the turn to the second to last obstacle, as well as leaving out a stride to the final oxer. They sped to the final fence and tripped the timers at 44.50 seconds, an outstanding time and brilliant effort.

“My first ride went actually very well, and Cella enjoyed her first time in the stadium here.

Mario Deslauriers and CellaCapture 2012 $200,000 Gene MisChe aMeriCan invitational presented by G & C FarM

$200,000 Gene Mische American Invitational winners Mario Deslauriers and Cella.

(L-R) Molly Ashe-Cawley, Mario Deslauriers, and Beezie Madden accepting their medals.

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More than 330 of the nation’s leading middle school and high school

equestrians competed at The New York State Fairgrounds in Syracuse, N.Y., on April 20-22 for the Interscholastic Equestrian Association (IEA) National Finals sponsored by Dover Saddlery and the American Quarter Horse Youth Association (AQHYA). The finalists represented over 100 teams from seven zones throughout the United States. Individuals and teams partici-pated in multiple competitions during the 2011-2012 regular season shows, and regional and zone finals to qualify for the IEA National Finals competition.

Riders competed in Hunt Seat Equitation Over Fences classes and Equitation on-the-Flat classes throughout the weekend. The IEA format requires that riders compete in unfamiliar tack on unfamiliar mounts; therefore, they draw their horses the day of competition and enter the arena after a brief, if any, warm-up.

In the individual competition, Rebekah Chenelle, who rides for the Windcrest Equestrian Team of Hebron, Conn., was named the IEA Leading Hunt Seat Rider of the Year, winning the Varsity Open Championship class.

In the Upper School Team competition, the Empress Valley Team of Columbus, Ohio, earned the championship title. The Dana Hall School of Wellesley, Mass., was the reserve

champion team. In the Middle School compe-tition, Storybook Farm from Charleston, S.C., received the championship title. The Athens Academy Equestrian Team from Athens, Ga., finished as the reserve champion.

In the spirit of the 10th Anniversary Celebration, the IEA held an Alumni Varsity Open Championship class, attended by past winners. Allison Joyce, who rode for the Rising Star Equestrian Team in 2009, won this award.

The IEA holds the trait of good sportsmanship among rider and coach members to the highest regard. For this reason, two awards were given to recognize rider members displaying excep-tional sportsmanship. In conjunction with the Intercollegiate Horse Show Association (IHSA), Zac Brown from the Hancock Horseman Equestrian Team in Findlay, Ohio, won the IEA National Sportsmanship Award. Cody Wooten, from Full Moon Farm in Finksburg, Md., was awarded the Victor Hugo-Vidal Perpetual Trophy for displaying exceptional sportsmanship during the 2012 Hunt Seat National Finals.

The Timothy J. Boone Lifetime Achievement Award was presented to Myron Leff of Columbus, Ohio, for his long-time contributions to the IEA. He is an IEA co-founder, continues to serve as a board member and as the organization’s communica-tions director. He is credited with establishing the IEA identity through an industry-leading brand program. This is the fifth year in which this award has been presented.

The IEA Western National Finals, spon-sored by the National Reining Horse Youth Association (NRHYA), will be held during the NRHA Derby Days June 27-30 in Oklahoma City, Okla.

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She was great, she jumped beautiful in the jump-off. In fact, I thought she jumped even better,” Deslauriers smiled. “I actually met the first fence on a good lick and the jump-off kind of fell into place, I was turning the corners and the distance was showing up. I know she’s fast, she’s a very big horse, but she’s quick enough, and leaving the stride out to the last fence was actually just nice to her, so I thought she jumped fantastic.”

Unfortunately, Cella had a toothache prior to the U.S. Olympic Trials held in Wellington, Fla., a couple of weeks prior. The invitational was her first big event since

the medical issue cleared up. “She’s incred-ible! To walk in here and do this like this, it’s such a great horse.

“I thought Steve set a good course. The line leading away from the gate caught a few people off guard. It rode a lot in the five. People did the five a little longer than when we walked it,” Deslauriers elabo-rated. “I think I have been in the American Invitational at least 10 or 12 times. I have been second and third and gotten a couple good prizes, but never won. This was a great win tonight, and I am so pleased with our rounds. Cella was incredible and she jumped fantastic,” Deslauriers concluded.

For more information, visit www. stadiumjumping.com.

IEA Leading Hunt Seat Rider of the Year Rebekah Chenelle.

The Upper School Team Championship went to the Empress Valley Team.

The Dana Hall School earned reserve honors in Upper School Team competition.

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Equestrian Sport Productions (ESP) hosted its third week of Spring Series horse shows at the Palm Beach International

Equestrian Center (PBIEC) with the ESP Spring 3 Horse Show. With a full line-up of “AA” hunter and four-star jumper competition, the show ran on April 18-22, 2012, and featured a $25,000 Grand Prix and $10,000 Welcome Stake.

The $25,000 Grand Prix was held on Sunday, April 22, in the International Arena at the PBIEC. The class featured 41 top horse and rider combinations with a win for Catherine Pasmore aboard Z Canta, an 8-year-old KWPN mare. In a 14-horse jump-off, Pasmore and Z Canta had the fastest of eight double clear rounds over the Steve Stephens designed course. Their pace of 35.603 seconds proved to be the winning time.

Jonathan McCrea and Twisther finished in second place with double clear rounds and a jump-off time of 37.184 seconds. Andres Rodriguez and Caballito stopped the clock in 37.824 seconds to finish third.

On her rounds in Sunday’s grand prix, Pasmore detailed, “The first round was exactly how I planned. The first half, I was very in control and I was really happy with it. In the end, we definitely lost a little bit of our control and got a bit speedy, but she still jumped great. Then there were a lot in the jump-off and this was her last class until later this summer, so I figured I would just go for it and she was great. That is the first time I have ever actually pushed her and asked her to turn and go fast and she was amazing; she loved it.”

Pasmore recently finished up her final weeks of classes at the University of South Carolina, where she was on the equestrian team. She now plans to transfer to the University of Miami, where she will begin as a sophomore in the fall. “It is really about the location. I love South Carolina and I love being on the team, but this is really what I want to do and show my own horses, so it is a lot closer and a lot more convenient,” the rider explained.

Jumper Highlights The Sanctuary at PBIEC sponsored the $10,000 Welcome Stake on Thursday, April 19, which saw 17 of 43 entries go clear to jump-off. Eight went double clear and the win went to Venezuela’s Andres Rodriguez and Caballito, with the fastest time. Ireland’s Paul O’Shea took the second and third place honors riding Instant Karma and Primo Level.

The $2,500 South Florida Sport Chassis NAL Low Junior/Amateur-Owner Jumper Stake was a feature event on Saturday, April 21, with a win for Julianna Fischer and Lola. In a six-horse jump-off, Fischer and Lola were the faster of two double clear rounds. Second place went to Ben Asselin and Magic Man.

The $2,500 High Junior/Amateur-Owner Jumper Stake saw a two-horse jump-off with a win for Michelle Navarro-Grau and Alfi with the only double clear round. The pair beat out Kaely Tomeu riding Kalle.

The Tackeria NAL Child/Adult Jumper Classic was also held on Saturday with a win for Nina Montross and Voigtsdorf’s Ohio. Cloe Hymowitz and Cowboy placed second.

On Sunday, Angela Misch and S.F. Carco were the victors in the Low Child/Adult Jumper Classic. Dennis Sisco and Leitrim Euro Touch finished second.

The Merrill Lynch M&S Child/Adult Jumper Classic was won by Gillian Kelley and Campesino IV. Cloe Hymowitz and Anique placed second.

Hunter and Equitation Highlights The ESP Spring 3 Horse Show featured a special USHJA National Hunter Classic on Sunday morning with a one-two finish for young rider Shawn Casady. Casady guided Without Question to the win and finished second aboard Bolero. Stars Go Blue, ridden by Kelly Arani, finished in third. Hannah Patten and Wolfgang placed fourth, and Lindsey Tomeu and Take Note finished in fifth.

The champion in the Adult Amateur Hunter 18-35 division for the week was Toowoomba, owned and ridden by Carrie Buxton. The reserve champion was Picture This, owned and ridden by Allison Moynihan. In the Adult Amateur Hunter 36 & Over, E.L. Raymond and Leslie Campbell earned the championship. Fashion

Farm’s Another Place and Glen Senk finished in reserve.

Christopher Payne swept the Green Working Hunter division with mounts Dashing and Holden. Dashing was the champion by just two points over Holden in reserve. In the Performance Working Hunter 3'6'', Freedom Counts earned the championship with Dana Colabella and Taryn Hartnett in the irons. Cavalier Forever, ridden by Amanda Lyerly, finished in reserve.

The Large Junior Hunter 15 & Under divi-sion saw a championship win for Caldwell, ridden by Victoria Colvin. Cloe Hymowitz and Perfectionist earned the reserve championship. Savant, ridden by Catherine Tyree, was the champion in the Large Junior Hunter 16-17. Boca’s Cool Water, ridden by Lisa Butzer, was the reserve champion. In the Small Junior Hunter division, Caligo, ridden by Parker Wright, was the champion. Shawn Casady rode Bolero to the reserve honors.

In the pony divisions, Lili Hymowitz rode Bit of Love to the Small Pony Hunter Championship with Goldfish and Addison Piper in reserve. The Large Pony Hunter Champion was All the Best, ridden by Lili Hymowitz. Losander’s Camelot, ridden by Cloe Hymowitz, was the reserve champion.

In equitation, Victoria Colvin and Amore Mio topped both the Pessoa/USEF Hunter Seat Medal sponsored by Roland College and the WIHS Equitation Classic for the second week in a row. Mary Abbruzzese and Cartoon were the winners of the ASPCA Maclay class for their second week.

Gillian Kelley was the champion in the Equitation 14 & Under division for the week. Cloe Hymowitz topped the Equitation 15-17, and Tricia Barr was the champion in the Adult Amateur Equitation.

For full results, visit www.showgroundslive.com.

Catherine Pasmore and Z Canta Capture $25,000 eSp Spring 3 grand prix

$25,000 ESP Spring 3 Grand Prix Champions Catherine Pasmore and Z Canta.

Jonathan McCrea and Twisther took second place.

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Morgan/Saddlebred news By Suzy Lucine

Morgan/Saddlebred Morgan/Saddlebred Heads Up

FAIRFIELD SOUTH riders did very well at the 16th Annual Raleigh Spring Premier Horse Show in Raleigh, N.C., March 22-24. Trainers Gary, Marsha and Devon Garone and assistant Kyle Gagnon took 11 horses from their Richmond, N.H., stable.

Battle’s Radar and owner Rick Daigle of Valley Show Horses in Fort Kent, Maine, were the Reserve Amateur Five-Gaited Champions.

Unclaimed and owner Jan Beardsley-Blanco of New London, N.H., won the Open Fine Harness qualifying class and championship.

Riding Harley Rally, Kailin Elizabeth Baechle of Rexford, N.Y., won the USEF Saddle Seat Medal and was reserve in the UPHA Challenge Cup. Riding Callaway’s Born A Star, Cassandra Bystrack of Keene, N.H., claimed the Saddle Seat Equitation Championship and won the Senior age division.

Owner Caitlin Carey of Penfield, N.Y., was pleased when Alison Wright showed her Radiantly Amazing to the Junior Exhibitor Country Pleasure 13 & Under Championship and the Reserve Novice Rider Country Pleasure Championship titles.

Kyle Gagnon showed his family’s Kalarama’s Personality Plus to win both the qualifying and championship classes in the Open Three-Gaited division.

CONGRATULATIONS TO DONALD AND JANE COLINAN BAUS BOWERS on the purchase of Samuel Adams (Mizrahi x Carlyle Flying Colors). The 8-year-old stallion was owned by Linda Langlois, and will remain in training with Mike Carpenter of Mike Carpenter Stables.

THE USEF NATIONAL SINGLE HORSE CHAMPIONSHIP took place April 13-15 at Carolina

Horse Park in Raeford, N.C. The event was doubly important as it also served as a Selection Trial for the 2012 Singles World Driving Championship, which will be held in Lezirias, Portugal, September 12-16.

Donna Crookston of Saltsburg, Pa., collected second place honors in the USEF Championship with her RG Cowboys Black Cadillac with an overall score of 129.82.

Dwayne Pash drove Heyday Vermont Spirit to top honors in the Intermediate Single Pony divi-sion over two other competitors.

BONNIE AND KEELY SOGOLOFF of Cedar Spring Farm in Charlotte, Vt., were recently profiled for the morning segment, Everything Animals, on the local CBS affiliate, WCAX. The two trainers promoted UPHA’s “Ride and Drive in Style” program, of which they are Morgan participants.

DAVID RAND AND JASON DOUGLASS were thrilled when their mare, CBMF Private Party, had a bay filly by Queens Soul Mate. This is Pete and Sandy Hendrick’s 5-year-old stallion’s first offspring.

KATHY GUTTING of Charlotte, Vt., went horse shop-ping with trainer Dwayne Knowles of Broadmoor. She bought Playmor’s Imperial Star (Liberation First Star x Timecher). The brown gelding was the 2009 Reserve World Three-Year-Old Futurity Western Pleasure Champion. Since then, he has done well in Open and Ladies Western Pleasure classes for former owner Leslie Armstrong.

Kathy also sold her 2-year-old colt, Get Ready (Get Busy x ALB Elusive Star) to Bill Haines of Ledyard Farms in Kings Ferry, N.Y., and will remain in training at Broadmoor.

Just after Kathy sold Get Ready, his dam foaled a bay filly by Get Busy. Kathy posted news of the birth on Facebook in hopes her friends could help her come up with a clever name for this filly. They did, and she plans to register her as Get Smart.

DURING THE UPHA CHAPTER 14 SPRING PREMIERE Horse Show, Ellen Atkinson and Sara Sebring were awarded UPHA scholarships. The show was held

April 18-21 in West Springfield, Mass.

CONGRATULATIONS TO STEPHANIE AND LARRI LAVERTU of Sanford, Maine, and their gelding Menomin Patriot (Menomin Yankee D Dandy x Menomin Mona Lisa). “Riot” is featured on the cover of the April issue of Equus! The photowas taken by Dusty Perin. What great Morgan promotion!

EMILY LLOYD of Lexington, Mass., sold her 9-year-old gelding, KGA Picasso. He was purchased by Lizzie Ruffner of Stratham, N.H., and will remain in training with Chris Cassenti of Chrislar Farm in Rowley, Mass. Then Emily purchased a new western pleasure horse, MSV Sein’ Double. Emily and her new gelding will train and show under the Chrislar Farm stable banner.

ROXANNE SARDELLI GREENWAY of Sarde Morgans in Clayville, R.I., is pleased with the arrival of a bay colt out of her mare, Sarde’s Victoria Anne, and by KDS Star Wars. Then Stonecroft Shalimar had a bay filly by KDS Star Wars (Liberation First Star x HRH Sheba), who is owned by Heidi Kunkel.

CONGRATULATIONS TO BECKY ANDES, the lucky winner of the Connecticut Morgan Horse Association’s youth essay contest. The topic for all entries was “Why I Like Morgans,” and prizes were awarded to the top six essays.

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Sara Sebring and Ellen Atkinson were awarded UPHA Scholarships.

Stephanie and Larri Lavertu’s Morgan, Menomin Patriot, was featured on the April cover of Equus.

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The second Annual AmericanSaddlebred Association of Maine (ASAM) Hollis Equestrian Park Benefit Horse Show is scheduled for

Sunday, June 24. All of the proceeds from this event benefit the Hollis Equestrian Park. New England Horsemen’s Council (NEHC) licensed judge Paulette Brim will be at center ring. This competition offers Maine Horse Association (MHA) and ASAM points. The officials and staff at this competition work to help contribute to the park.

ASAM hopes to have many riders join them at the show, earn some points, and help give back. The prize list will be available online after the event takes place.

The following shows are now part of the new Hollis Summer Series Challenge. There will be year-end champions named and awards to the top two in each class. There is no membership requirement. Participants must simply compete at a minimum of three of the shows listed below.

Year-end point ties will be broken by the

numbers of firsts, then seconds, all the way until sixths. Awards will be presented at the last of the series. Double judged shows count as one towards eligibility, but both sets of points count toward year-end awards. Point totals will determine the champions/reserves. Exhibitor points will be kept and counted for all shows, not limited to three of them. If you compete at three shows then your point total will reflect the three events. If you compete at all four shows, your point totals will reflect all four of them; and the same will go for competing at five shows. Points will be awarded to the top six placings as follows: first, 10 points; second, eight points; third, six points; fourth, four points; fifth, two points; sixth, one point.

Participating shows include the ASAM Long Horn Fun Festival, which took place April 29, along with the ASAM Dunegrass Living Double Judged Classic on May 13. The ASAM Hollis Equestrian Park Benefit will take place on June 24, followed by the FEA Benefit Horse Show on July 29, and the Pine Tree Sizzler on August 18.

The eligible classes are English Horse In-Hand,

Western Horse In-Hand, Leadline Pleasure, Leadline Equitation, Walk-Trot Pleasure, Walk-Trot Equitation, MHA Western Pleasure, MHA English Pleasure, Hunter Pleasure Horse Open, Adult Equitation, Junior Exhibitor Hack, and Youth Activity Pleasure.

The ASAM Summer Spectacular Horse Show will be held August 31 – September 2 at the Topsfield, Mass., Fairgrounds. Last year everyone raved about the ASAM Pink Party, which has expanded this year. ASAM has rented a big top tent and will host the event under it, boasting it as the Nation’s Best Pink Party! Make sure you attend this year and check it out.

ASHA Versatility Charter ClubWe are fortunate in Maine to have an ASHA Charter Club, which offers many year-end awards inside and outside the show ring. Many states and regions are not so fortunate. The ASHA Charter Club council is now in the process of beginning a National Versatility Charter Club. Details are being worked out but this is an exciting venture. ASAM offers many year-end awards (trail, versatility, etc.) that are in line with the efforts of the new versatility charter club. When all of the details are worked out, more information will be provided.

For more information on ASAM, visit www.mainesaddlebredhorse.com.

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This year’s United Professional Horsemen’s Association (UPHA) Chapter 14 Spring Premiere cele-brated its 30th year running at

the Eastern States Exposition Fairgrounds in West Springfield, Mass. Riders from across the Northeast and Canada participated in 200 classes that took place during April 18-21, 2012.

In addition to the many competing classes, there were several exciting events and parties featured throughout the weekend that really made this year special. On Tuesday, April 17, there was a Move-In Party offering pizza and a chance to socialize before the official start

of the Premiere. On Thursday night after the final class of the day, exhibitors were invited to celebrate the start of the 2012 show season across the street at Latitudes Restaurant where complimentary hors d’oeuvres were served.

A sea of pink, both in the ring and on the rail, was visible on Friday evening during the Ride for the Cure class—Opportunity English Pleasure Ladies—which was desig-nated as a Pink Ribbon class that benefitted breast cancer research. Then after the last class, participants enjoyed the Exhibitors’ Party and Awards Celebration with live music performed by Soul Kitchen and delicious food provided by Storrowton Tavern.

On Saturday, there was a Ribbons of Service Challenge during the Opportunity Junior Exhibitor English Pleasure class, which helped to raise money for St. Jude’s Children’s Hospital. And finally, the Thirty Years of Champions Party wrapped up the event on Saturday night, featuring ringside hors d’oeuvres and a celebra-tion following the last class.

There were many exceptionally talented riders participating in this year’s Spring Premiere and the competition was fierce. Some of the noteworthy champions and awards recipients are as follows:

Norma Gibney earned the Opportunity Road Hack Championship with Bouke. Shelley Farr and Highland Acres Best finished in reserve.

Whetstone Limerick was the Morgan Hunter Pleasure Open Champion, ridden by Jillian Zick. RJMF The Great Bambino, ridden by Sara Pizzuto, earned reserve honors.

Wild About You, ridden by Betty Reeves, earned the blue tri-color ribbon in the ASB Hunter Country Pleasure Championship. Following in reserve was Fizz Royale, ridden by Jessica St. Andre.

Ultra’s Proclamation, ridden by Amber Brown, won the Saddle Seat Pleasure Equitation Championship. Speak For Yourself, ridden by Grace Allison, took reserve.

WC CH Candle Dan, ridden by Rodney Fils Aime, earned the overall win in the Saddlebred Show Pleasure Driving Championship. Following in reserve was Cast Party, ridden by Raye Lynn Funkhouser.

Susanne Harrod earned the Hackney Harness Pony Championship with Minute Maide, followed by John Lampropoulos and Dun-Haven Truly in reserve.

Michelle Quinlisk was the Equitation Hunt Seat 17 & Under Champion riding Hylee’s Noche De Oro. Taking reserve was Kendra Peeples with WSG Mystic Impression.

Patricia Lloyd earned the Morgan Park Harness Championship with Whitemud Dixie DanceKing.

Kailin Baechle came out on top in the Equitation Saddle Seat Senior Championship with Harley Rally. Cassie Bystrack was the reserve champion on Callaway’s Born A Star.

Wilco P earned the blue tri-color in the Friesian Pleasure Saddle Stake with Danielle Paufve. Taking reserve was Eduard, ridden by Theresa Connelly.

Chihuly earned top honors in the Opportunity English Pleasure Open Championship with Alyssa Bouchard, followed by Midnight Snow ridden by David Arnold.

For a complete list of award winners, visit www.horse showcentral.com.

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Melissa Morrell took home the Morgan Open Pleasure Driving Championship.

Kelli Saccoccia, pictured with parents Gary and Jill Saccoccia and Don Spam, took home the reserve championship in the Amateur Road Pony division.

Kristin Cater presents the UPHA 14 Morgan of the Year Award to trainer Carolyn Sebring and exhibitor Teresa Rosa.

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Driving news By Elaine Joseph

Driving Driving Heads Up

THE EASTERN CONNECTICUT DRAFT HORSE ASSOCIATION (ECDHA) held its annual Plow Match at the University of Connecticut, Storrs, on April 14. Competitors from as far away as New Hampshire brought teams of horses, mules and mammoth jacks to compete in both plowing and obstacle divisions. Although Al Cyr of Mansfield, Conn., took top honors with his team of black Percherons for Teamster of the Day, without a doubt it was Evelyn Pike, the “Pink Mule Lady” of Chichester, N.H., that stole everyone’s hearts, taking home more blue ribbons than anyone! Also competing were Karl and Sue Lado of Voluntown, Conn., with a team of Clydesdales; Elaine and Terry Joseph of Lisbon, Conn., with teams of both Percherons and crosses; Red Clements with four Haflingers; Jill Tildsley and Jim Keily of Coventry, Conn., with Percherons; Brian Clark of Orange, Conn., with a team of three Percherons; Jill Vacero of East Hampton with a Suffolk Punch; Crystal Lucsky of East Hampton with a Clydesdale; John Lavoie with a mammoth jack from Franklin; and Nicole Boutot, plowing with Al Cyr’s horses. The judges included Peg Dockham overseeing plowing, and Brad Downs adjudicating in obstacles. Masterfully organized by ECDHA members Dale and Patty Naegeli, they had terrific help from Reva Seybolt and Erica Brenek.

THE GREEN MOUNTAIN HORSE ASSOCIATION(GMHA) announced its dates for the 2012 Wheel and Ridge Runners, a group lesson for

carriage drivers and riders with instructor Robin Groves. The dates of June 19, July 17, August 21, September 4 and October 9 have been announced. Driving sessions will include dres-sage work, cones work, and obstacle/hazards lessons, although suggestions from drivers are always considered. These group lessons are open to all ages, but those under the age of 18 should first discuss the appropriateness of the class to their level of experience with Robin Groves. They are open to stallions, mares, and geldings, and all breeds, including mules, over the age of four.

Also, GMHA announces that they will once again be hosting the only combined driving event in New England on August 24, 25, and 26. They will imple-ment the three-day format of dressage on Friday, marathon on Saturday, and cones on Sunday. Divisions in Training, Preliminary, Intermediate and Intermediate II levels will be offered. The Association is always looking for volunteers to help out. Entry forms for the combined driving event can be found at www.gmhainc.org.

JENNIFER JUDKINS, president of the Draft Animal Power Network (DAPNET), provided the following synopsis of their DAPNet plowing clinic with one of the nation’s most celebrated plow competitors, Sam Rich, at his farm in Abington, Conn., on April 20-22:

“Participants gathered Friday evening for a briefing of the weekend’s events. Several of the

participants’ plows needed some work to get them functional, and Sam provided his expert know-how in this matter. Saturday morning, Sam busied himself with each participant, making more adjustments and repairs to their plows, pointing out the correct way to set one up ‘by the numbers.’ He reviewed planning and field layouts, as well as challenges with different types of soils and the various types of plows. Saturday after-noon, the plowing began. There was a wide range of skill level among the participants, and Sam modified his teaching to fit what the individual student needed most. Topics of discussion ranged from how to get your horse to walk slowly, to proper furrow size. Participants learned how to create a ‘hill crown,’ to start a new plot. On Sunday, although rain threatened, more plowing was undertaken and participants learned about the ‘dead furrow,’ how to maintain alignment, and the finer points of plow adjustment.” Dale Naegeli, who participated with his horses, said, “it was well worth every penny, every minute of the day to be there. I learned a tremendous amount about the technicalities involved with plowing with horses from Sam. It was a really great weekend.” To learn more about DAPNet and the various events and clinics it holds throughout the year, visit www.draftanimalpowernetwork.org.

Send your driving news to [email protected].

Competitor Evelyn Pike was everyone’s favorite at the ECDHA Plow Match.

There were numerous plow divisions at the ECDHA Plow Match, including multiple hitches.

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The USEF National Single Horse Champ- ionship concluded Sunday afternoon,

April 15, at the Carolina Horse Park in Raeford, N.C., with the cones phase shaking up the final standings. Time faults and balls down proved extremely costly for competitors all day at the Southern Pines Combined Driving Event (CDE), which hosted the championship. Sterling Graburn seized the lead in the Single Horse divi-sion during Friday’s dressage phase and refused to relent over Richard Nicoll’s challenging mara-thon and cones courses to produce a wire-to-wire victory.

Graburn, of Georgetown, Ky., held his nerve and drove a determined, confident cones phase on the Twin Gates Farm Derby Field to claim his second USEF National Champion title. Driving Larry Denny’s Ulano, Graburn added three faults for a knock down and just 0.43 time penalties over Sunday’s course to complete on a score of 119.76.

“It’s always better to be double clear. I had one mistake that cost me the time fault and one ball down but [Ulano] drove really well. I felt really good coming into cones,” Graburn reflected on his performance.

His focus, like many other national championship competitors, has now moved onto the 2012 Singles World Driving Championships to be held in Lezirias, Portugal, September 12-16. The Southern Pines CDE also served as a Selection Trial for these world championships.

“[Ulano] has been steadily progressing. I thought we would peak at this show and we did. We will keep on practicing and hopefully end up on top of the world game in Portugal.”

Donna Crookston collected second place honors with her own RG Cowboys Black Cadillac on the strength of a magnifi-cent fault-free cones round for an overall score of 129.82. Sara Schmitt and her own Kaboom finished in third place with a score

of 130.30.For more information and full results,

visit www.drivingnewsusa.com/results/results2012/SouthernPines.

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On a snowy March 31 morning, several members of the Rhode Island Driving Club visited Orleton Farm’s Carriage collec-

tion. First, we had a short meet and greet with coffee and doughnuts hosted by Mary and Harvey Waller. Then they took us on a guided tour of their coaches, carriages and sleighs, including a beautiful road coach designed by Bugatti of car fame. They shared fascinating stories about their adven-tures driving many of their vehicles, both for pleasure and in competition, and about how they acquired pieces in the collection.

Mary Stokes Waller gave a demonstra-tion on how to drive a four-in-hand using a rein board, with many of the members giving it a try. She also showed us many of the tools used in the old days of coaching. We also had a tour of their barn, where we got to meet their many wonderful horses and ponies and see their lovely harnesses.

After the tour, we had a picnic lunch in the barn where Leona Anastasi won for the most beautiful presentation. The picnic included a colorful flower center-piece, cabbage leaf place settings, finger sandwiches, Easter eggs, and flower deco-rated pasteries.

For more information on the Rhode Island Driving Club, visit www.ridriving-club.org.

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Sterling Graburn took the win in the Single Horse division with Ulano at the Southern Pines CDE.

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Donna Crookston took second place with RG Cowboys Black Cadillac (above) while Sara Schmitt and Kaboom (below) finished in third.


DRIVING

A recent discussion online about which was best—pencil or pen—for writing down official scores on driven dres-sage tests, got me thinking about

technology developments and how they have and are affecting the sport of carriage driving. The discussion reminded me of an interview a few years ago when Michael Dell, the founder of Dell Computers, was asked what his favorite technology was. He replied, “Pencil and paper. Scratching on surfaces with the pencil is still working beautifully after it was first invented by Simonio and Lyndiana Bernacotti 452 years ago in 1560. It doesn’t need batteries, power blocks, or a USB port, and it’s certainly not subject to spam, viruses, hard drive crashes and the dreaded Blue Screen of Death.”

It was only a couple of years ago when the combined driving rule prohibiting the use of ‘electronic equipment’ in competition was replaced with language that now allows the use of any devices you can hang on yourself or your vehicle. It was simply not practical to attempt

to police a ban on watches or cell phones with GPS systems, sophisticated timing apps, or even video and Internet links. So now, everyone is still equal. Anyone can use anything.

As Chairman of the American Pleasure Driving Committee, I am charged with creating, maintaining and updating the Pleasure Rules sections of the ADS Rulebook. I simply do not know how I would even begin to do that without the ability to collaborate online with rule language crafting among the committee members who are purposely selected from all corners of our country to provide regional perspectives. Or without the ability to search for terms and phrases and all the occurrences thereof in the 237-page rulebook, to craft infi-nite versions of a complex rule until the best one is produced, or to easily and painlessly create an archive of all committee correspondence online, in the Cloud, safely away from anyone’s delicate and temperamental hard drives, which seem to have the uncanny ability to crash at the least opportune moment. I marvel that those who

came before me did such a terrific job the first time around with just pencil and paper. Oh, and let’s not forget spell check! I am a self taught organizer and scorekeeper for both combined driving and pleasure show events and I cannot imagine attempting it without computer power. There are so many jobs computing power makes so much easier, like scheduling, course design, and volunteer management.

A couple of short years ago, before the smart-phone became so ubiquitous, I was chatting with a Technical Delegate (TD) at a pleasure show and the subject of back-up stopwatches came up. We both began to wonder what we would do if all our standard clocks malfunc-tioned. I wondered if my cell phone had a stopwatch function on it. Sure enough, it did. So did hers. Exactly one year later…same show, same TD…I was able to fire up my smartphone, hop on my golf cart, drive the TD around the cross-country obstacle course for her official approval of the course, and watch us drive it live via satellite on a map that showed every tree and building. With the swipe of a finger, I could display our total time on course, average speed, and distance. The distance was off from the route measured by the once stan-dard, now fast becoming obsolete, mechanical measuring wheel by only 2.3 feet. Not only that, I now had a course map I could upload

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April was a busy month for Colonial Carriage and Driving Society (CCDS). The prize list for the Orleton Farm 14th Annual Pleasure

Driving Show, scheduled for June 15-17 in Stockbridge, Mass., was finalized and mailed out to past and prospective competitors. There are exciting opportunities for sponsoring classes as well as advertising in the show program. For complete details on the show, please visit www.colonialcarriage.org.

Activity for club members continued with the monthly meeting on April 18 at Orleton Farm. Membership is growing with several new members and a good number of renewals. Upcoming events were discussed, with the main topic being the June show and recruiting volunteers. No experience is necessary to be part of the show team—we will train you! Please contact Maureen Gamelli at 413-243-3407 or [email protected] if you, and maybe a friend, can help out that weekend.

The Spring Seminar on April 21 was the culmination of months of planning a program that would attract drivers from all disciplines and enhance their knowledge of the sport. A full house of attendees learned about topics that included components of driven dressage, obstacle techniques, feeding and conditioning, and vehicle selection and maintenance. Our featured speakers, world class whips James Fairclough and Marc Johnson, worked perfectly as a team throughout the day. Harvey Waller was the seminar moderator. We especially enjoyed hearing about the early days of combined driving, which Jimmy and Marc were both a part of. In

the outdoor sessions, Kelly Casella, Sabrina Scheilding-Cameron, and Sue Mallery demonstrated their driving skills, then had the chance to repeat and improve their performances in the dressage arena and the challenging obstacle. The crowd was impressed and energized by the display of talent and the opportunity to see an improvement after coaching from Jimmy and Marc.

Our volunteers were crucial to making the event friendly and run smoothly. The paper bag auction was a huge success, thanks to the enthusiastic efforts of Glenn Van Oort in selling tickets and Diane Bozyczko’s artful display of the gener-ously donated items. Debbi Manasse greeted attendees at registration, and Maureen Gamelli and Hilary Harty helped with refresh-ments. Janet Cazavelan and Hilary also served as docents for the Orleton Farm Carriage Collection. We appreciated Peter von Halem bringing a selection of vehicles from New England Carriage Imports. We are especially grateful to Harvey and Mary Stokes Waller for providing the perfect setting for this annual event.

The day after the Spring Seminar, six members passed the Carriage Association of America’s

Driver Proficiency Program Level One and Road Test hosted by the Rhode Island Driving Club at Celtic Cross Farm in Dudley, Mass. Congratulations! Jerry Trapani, also present at the seminar, was the evaluator.

As April came to a close, quite a few club members made their way to Martin’s Auction in New Holland, Pa. Everyone is getting ready for the driving season, and we will certainly hear some good stories from their road trip!

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to my computer and print out for future use. I use the same app (My Tracks) on my phone for training my driving horses at home. I also use it for setting up marathon courses at shows. I just turn it on, get in my truck, and drive the route I want. I have marked and measured 6K routes on my farm with an accuracy of +/- five meters against a measuring wheel…and printed out usable course maps in minutes to hand out to competitors. How fast things change.

I now use Microsoft Powerpoint for designing and printing course maps for cones courses. It’s so easy and the maps are clean, crisp, readable, storable, and reproducible…and I can save them to my smartphone and read them “in the field.”

Also, I now have the entire ADS Rulebook and USEF driving rules on my phone as well as all the driven dressage tests.

Who would have thought five years ago even that ADS would be educating the masses via the internet by using webinars or saving rather large printing and postage and handling expenses by delivering its quarterly newsletter by email?

We are now getting live scoring direct from the scorekeepers of combined driving events around the world with a simple link to the Internet. I watched the drivers in the 2010 World Equestrian Games in every hazard from multiple camera angles, complete with bril-

liant expert commentary, within hours of their drives. It was almost better than being there.

Where will we go from here? Who knows, but I can easily imagine in the near future replacing hazard judges with video cameras, watching dressage tests live on the Internet, and giving live driving lessons to drivers hundreds of miles away online.

In spite of all these mind boggling techno-logical advances, and as fascinated, enamored, and dependant as I have become on it all, I’m still keeping a paper and pencil in my tack box and computer bag. I know it will always work.

For more information, visit www.saratoga-driving.com.

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Sue Mallery hustles Val through the obstacle at Orleton Farm.

Jimmy Fairclough, driving Carisma, demonstrates rein handling to owner Kelly Casella in the dressage arena.

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Arabian news By Lauren Bousquet

Arabian Arabian Heads Up

CONGRATULATIONS TO CHERYL DAUPHINAIS of Sutton, Mass. Her Arabian Sport Horse HMF Nagid Fadl won the Bob Thomas Top Horse Challenge at the Connecticut River Arabian Association (CRAA) Spring Derby Premiere Horse Show & IFSHA Region 1 Championship Horse Show, held April 27-29. To read more about the event, turn to page 125.

BRYTEFIRE, owned by Jennifer Sullivan of Scituate, Mass., attended the Heritage Arabian Show in Lexington, Va., on March 23-25, 2012. She made her re-entry back to the Arabian circuit after a four-year hiatus. She placed second in the Country English Pleasure Open, and first in the English Show Hack Open with rider Amy E. Heath of Southfield Farm in Halifax, Mass.

Jennifer has also obtained the following USEF licenses: “r” Morgan, “r” Saddlebred, “r” Saddle Seat Equitation, and “r” Friesian. She hopes to obtain her Arabian license within the coming year.

THE REGION 16 BOARD OF DELEGATES voted to hold their 2013 championship show at the Eastern States Exposition grounds in West

Springfield, Mass., after much deliberation and debate at its March 31, 2012 meeting. The Board will reassess the Syracuse, N.Y., State Fairgrounds facility after this year’s cham-pionship show and then make a decision about future sched-uling. Region 16 hopes the improvements and change of venue will attract more exhibitors and provide a better experience for all.

Region 16 AHA, Inc. is offering its members the opportunity to compete for annual year-end

high point awards. This program is offered to members of local Region 16 clubs and direct AHA members residing in Region 16 that own or lease Purebred Arabian and Half-Arabian horses that compete in the show ring, dressage, competi-tive distance riding or reining events. For more information, visit www.region16.org.

ALSO IN REGION 16 NEWS, the deadline for the AHA scholar-ship is approaching. The $1,000 scholarship is open to youth and adult amateurs who are high school seniors or attending an institu-tion of higher learning full-time. They must be a current member in good standing of AHA and a permanent resi-dent of Region 16, and should have an ongoing

interest in and a commitment to the Arabian horse. All applications must be submitted to the Region 16 Director, Walter Misco, by June 1. The Region 16 Scholarship Committee will review applications and notify all applicants and the recipient of their decision by July 1. A presentation will be made at the Region 16 Championship Show, held July 11-14, 2012.

Applications must be postmarked by June 1 and mailed to: Walter Misco, Director, P.O. Box 87, Chester, NH 03036.

THE “BIG MONEY” SHOW, known for its generous payouts to those winning in both Open and Amateur classes, promises to once again be an exciting and rewarding event. The show will be held at the newly renovated Eastern States Exposition center in West Springfield, Mass., on June 28-30. It is both AHA and USDF approved and USEF “N” Rated. There will be two days of dres-sage, with classes up to and including Fourth Level. The dressage judges are Sue Roberto from Hyannis, Mass., and Valerie Knight from Walworth, N.Y. Sport Horse In-Hand classes will be held on Thursday in the outside ring. The coliseum judges are Debbie Cain of Byron, Ill., for a variety of classes which include Halter, English Pleasure, English Show Hack, Country English, Native Costume, Hunter Pleasure, Western Pleasure, Working Western, Youth Showmanship, Academy classes, Kids Fun classes, and much more. Carol Dean-Porter will judge the Sport Horse Under Saddle divisions. The AHANE Show Arabian divi-sions will allow competitors to qualify for the 2012 and 2013 Region 16 Championships.

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Angela Savoie and HMF Nagid Fadl took the win in Arabian Sport Horse In-hand 3 & Over Geldings Open at the CRAA Spring Derby.

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The 2012 Connecticut River Arabian Association (CRAA) Spring Derby Premiere Horse Show & IFSHA Region 1 Championship Horse

Show, held April 27-29, 2012, at the Three County Fairgrounds in Northampton, Mass., was deemed a success by those who attended. With fair weather and over 100 exhibitors at the event, this year’s show did not disappoint.

“Showing at the CRAA Derby this year was so much fun! I was riding a new horse, my friend Ashley Pingree’s PF Bashaar,” said Lauren Bousquet, one of many competitors who took home a ribbon over the weekend. “We ended up placing second in the Arabian Hunter Pleasure ATR class and earned reserve champion in the championship class! It was my very first victory pass! This was definitely a show to remember!”

Riders from Cranberry Knoll Arabians in Fairhaven, Mass., went home with many ribbons, including owner, Cheryl Lane-Caron, who took top honors in the Arabian Sport Horse Under Saddle Show Hack Championship and Arabian Sport Horse Show Hack Open riding Shelley Moniz’s Saladins Vangorder. Lane-Caron went on to sweep the A/HA/AA Training Level tests, taking the blue ribbon in tests 1, 2, and 3, riding her own Moonshine Malachi.

Cranberry Knoll student Jesselyn Dugas took away top honors in HA/AA English Show Hack ATR riding Lane-Caron’s Symphony RB. They then went on to take multiple wins in the A/HA/AA Saddle Seat Equitation JTR, the HA/AA Country English Pleasure ATR, and HA/AA Native Costume Open classes, as well as earning the HA/AA Country English Pleasure Open Championship.

Stablemate Lynne Ferreira went home the winner of the HA/AA Sport Horse Show Hack Open class, an achievement she earned with Lane-Caron’s Laced With Brogaant. The duo also claimed top honors in the HA/AA Sport Horse Show Hack Open division and took home a blue in Training Level ATR Test 1 in dressage.

Riding out of Thell Arabians in Greene, R.I., Haley Noviello rode her own MF I’m No Angel +/ to first place in Western Basic Test 1. The horse and rider team also placed second in Western Primary Level Test 1, under trainer Rick Thell, who placed first with Topnotch N Smoothie, and also won Western Primary Level Test 4. This was the first year that western dres-sage classes were offered at the show.

In recognition of her talents, Danielle Barasso was the recipient of the USEF Vaughn Smith Award. The owner of DD Performance Horses in Feeding Hills, Mass., she proved that she deserved the award, presented annually to the best rider of any horse or pony breed shown in hunter pleasure, show hack, hunter hack, dressage hack, costume, sidesaddle or western dressage. With Hillbrand fan Fjildsicht, she won the Region 1 Friesian Dressage Suitability Open Championship, the Region 1 Friesian Sport Horse In-Hand Geldings Championship, the Friesian Training Level Test 1 Region 1 Championship, and the Friesian Training Level Test 2 Region 1 Championship. They also earned reserve in the Region 1 Friesian English Pleasure Hunt Seat Open division.

With her own Renaissance, Barasso won the blue tri-color in the Region 1 Friesian Costume Driving Championship. Shelley Kennedy took top honors with the gelding in the Friesian Walk/Trot Intro Test B Region 1 Championship, and earned reserve with him in the Region 1 Friesian Fantasy Costume Open Championship, the Region 1 Friesian Walk/Trot Pleasure ATR Championship, and the Friesian Walk/Trot Intro Test A Region 1 Championship. They also tried their hand in western dressage, and came out with a red ribbon in Western Basic Test 2.

Cheryl Dauphinais, owner of HMF Nagid Fadl, was thrilled to find out the Arabian Sport Horse was named recipient of the 2012 Bob Thomas Ford Top Horse Challenge Trophy. With a resume of ribbons as long as his legs, he claimed wins in a multitude of classess. Ashley Ann Lavoie rode to victory with him in Open Schooling Hunter Fences 2', Arabian Modified Working Hunter ATR 2'3" - 2'6", Arabian Modified Working Hunter Under Saddle, Arabian Sport Horse Show Hack ATR, Arabian Sport Horse Under Saddle JTR, Arabian Hunter Hack Open, and Arabian Hunter Hack ATR. Ashley’s mother, Allissa, took wins with him in Open Bareback Equitation and in the Bareback Equitation Challenge Perpetual Trophy Championship. He was equally impres-sive with handler Angela Savoie, earning first in Arabian Sport Horse In-Hand 3 & Over Geldings Open, and second place in Arabian Sport Horse In-Hand Hunter Type Geldings All Ages Open.

“Showing Nagid was truly an honor; he is

such a well behaved horse,” said Savoie. “I’ve worked with him since he was young and every year he continues to impress me! I look forward to many more great shows with him this season and can’t wait to come here again next year!”

To learn more about CRAA, and for full results, visit www.orgsites.com/ct/connecticu-triverarabian.com.

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Haley Noviello and MF I’m No Angel+/ took first place in Western Basic Test 1.

Danielle Barasso, shown riding Hillbrand fan Fjildsicht, was the recipient of the USEF Vaughn Smith Award.

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By Tina KarlenHeads Up

Quarter Horse newsCONGRATULATIONS TO JOHNNA LETCHWORTH, Maggie Fortune, and Katie Kopf. All three, who ride at Powder Brook Farm in Harwinton, Conn., were crowned All-Americans for their achievements as members of the University of South Carolina’s Equestrian Team. South Carolina placed 14 equestrians on this year’s National Collegiate Equestrian Association (NCEA) Academic All-America Team. The awards were presented in April in Waco, Texas, at the opening ceremonies for the 2012 NCEA National Championships at the Extraco Events Center. Baylor Unversity President Ken Starr presented the award winners with their certificates.

CONGRATULATIONS TO ISABEL SCOBIE, owner of Range To A Te, who was named the AQHA 2011 High Point Trail Horse, High Point Junior Trail Horse, and the National Snaffle Bit Association (NSBA) High Point Junior Trail Horse. This winning team is trained by Lisa and Jim Farrel at Greyledge Farm in Durham, Conn.

THE 2012 VIRGINIA CLASSIC HORSE SHOW was held April 2-7, at the Virginia Horse Center in Lexington, Va., and many New England trainers and exhibitors were in attendance. Troy Green Quarter Horses of Seekonk, Mass., would like to congratulate their winners at the show: Rachelle Bouchard and My Best Kept Asset were the reserve circuit champions in Select Hunter Under Saddle, and Taylor Duncanson and Make N A Statement earned the reserve circuit cham-pionship in Amateur Geldings. Greyledge Farm of Durham, Conn., was happy to announce the wins of the horses owned by the Janis family of Groton, Mass.: Selectively Dun was the winner in Junior Trail, with close to 30 points, and Just Too Lazy To Zip earned his first wins in Green Trail.

THE MASSACHUSETTS QUARTER HORSE ASSOCIATION (MASSQHA) All Novice Show was held April 14-15 in Northampton, Mass. The 2012 MassQHA Royal Court—Queen Emily Messing, Princess Sarah Messing and Junior Princess Rylee Desmarais—made their debut at the show, handing out the awards and posing for photos with the winners. MassQHA would like to extend a special thank you to their fantastic show staff: Judge Spike Holmes; Ring Steward Tom O’Neil;

Clinician Maegen Evans; Show Secretaries Alice Andrews and Beth Moore; Gate Keeper Marge Tanner; Announcer Matt Wadman; and Show Manager/Coordinator Cindi Adams.

CONGRATULATIONS TO THE MASSQHA VERSATILITY CHALLENGE TOP 10. Winning the class was Kayleigh McDonnell and Captive Bees. Second place went to Kyla McDonald and Step Up And Luke. The third place recipients were Mary Kate Mahassel and Mo Roses Please, fourth place went to Lyndsey Ouimet and Huntin For Daybreak, fifth place was awarded to Catie Barrett and Bankable Asset, and the sixth place recipients were Grace O’Connor and I’ll Lope For Cash. The top six finishers received cash awards totaling $500 and the champion received an embroidered cooler. Rounding out the top 10 were: Nicole Kramer and Harry Hilfiger, Toni Gregoire and Fancy Huh, Michelle Cifuni and Nifty Suga Miss, and Briana Zwernemann and Denim Star.

CONGRATULATIONS TO ALL THE DIVISION WINNERS at the 2012 MassQHA Novice Show. The AQHA Novice Youth Champion was Bankable Asset, shown by Catie Barrett. Reserve honors went to Huntin For Daybreak, shown by Lyndsey

Dumond. In the Open Adult 19 & Over division, the champion was Fleet Ignition, shown by Katie D’Elia, followed by Denim Star, shown by Briana Zwernemann. The AQHA Novice Amateur Champion was Found The Invitation, shown by Maria Carrier. Achievil Kanevil took reserve, shown by Kathryn Busch. In the Open Walk-Trot 10 & Under division, Sweet Lopin Salley took top honors, shown by Bentley Nicholson, followed by reserve champion A Passing Extra, shown by Sydney Letendre. The AQHA Novice Youth Walk-Trot Championship went to Sweet Lopin Salley, shown by Bentley Nicholson. A Passing Extra took reserve, shown by Sydney Letendre. The Open Walk-Trot 11 - 18 Champion was The Way You Move, shown by Emily Rockwell, followed by Tica, shown by Mikayla O’Connor. In the AQHA Novice Amateur Walk-Trot division, Pick Pocket Rocket, shown by Linda Dupont, earned the win. Zippos Royal Image took reserve, shown by Lynda Dowin. The Open Walk-Trot 19 & Over Champion was Whos Lovin You, shown by Kelsey Meliger. Krymsun N Red Dee took reserve, shown by Elizabeth Howard. The Junior Exhibitor Champion was I’ll Lope For Cash, shown by Grace O’connor, followed by reserve champion Just Right Invite, shown by Kelsey Brooks. In the 4-H division, top honors went to Joey, shown by Amanda Putney, followed by The Chocolate Factory, shown by Samantha Brosius.

THE CONNECTICUT QUARTER HORSE ASSOCIATION (CQHA) held their first show for the 2012 show season at Falls Creek Farm in Oneco, Conn., April 20-22. Cory-Wendy Welch of Salem,

(L-R) Johnna Letchworth, Katie Kopf, and Maggie Fortune were crowned All-Americans for their achieve-ments as members of the University of South Carolina’s Equestrian Team.

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The Connecticut Renegades Cowboy Mounted Shooting Club kicked off their 2012 season with a

clinic and match on the weekend of April 14-15, 2012. The annual “Spring Breakout” was held at the Round Tuit Ranch in Enfield, Conn. Several members who tried cowboy mounted shooting for the first time at the clinic on Saturday were hooked so quickly, they entered the match on Sunday.

A total of 28 riders competed for their first points of the Connecticut season in this four-stage match. Mark Rizzo of Oxford, Conn., on his gelding Micah took the overall win with a total time of 76.721

seconds and no penalties on the day. With less than three seconds between the two, Roger Dinsmore of Granby, Conn., on his Quarter Horse fondly known as Booger, took the reserve spot, also with no penalties on the day.

The Connecticut Renegades are planning several other matches and events in 2012, including a clinic with world record holder and national and world champion mounted shooter, Kenda Lenseigne. The Northeast mounted shooting clubs are also expecting shooters from more than 10 eastern states during the Northeast Regional Championships, to be held at Falls Creek Farm in Oneco, Conn., in August. For more information on cowboy mounted shooting and the Connecticut Renegades events, visit www.ctrenegades.com.

The National Reining Breeders Classic (NRBC) Open Finals were held Saturday, April 21, at the Great Southwest Equestrian Center

in Katy, Texas. The field of 33 finalists posted high score after high score—in fact, the average of all the scored runs in the finals was over 223!

National Reining Horse Association (NRHA) Leading Rider Shawn Flarida claimed his fourth NRBC Open title on Spooks Gotta Whiz, a 5-year-old stallion. Flarida and Spooks Gotta Whiz laid down a 236 to win the championship. During the awards ceremony, Flarida was presented with an oversized check for $75,000, a year’s use of a four-horse trailer from Twin Cities Featherlite, and many other prizes. He and owner Michelle Anne Kimball also took home the signature blue NRBC crystal as well as other NRBC memorabilia.

While many other horse and rider teams have been together for years, the NRBC was actually Flarida’s and Spooks Gotta Whiz’s debut in reining.

“I got him in January, and this was my first time to show him. He’s a super-minded horse and his foundation was phenomenal. Tanya Jenkins started him and did really well, and then Jordan Larson did a great job on him and won the NRHA Futurity,” he said. “Michelle called me and asked if I’d be interested in riding him. I said I didn’t think I could do any better than the other people who had ridden him, but I’d love the opportunity. She said ‘I

n.H., announced that her mare Wannabe Invited earned her first trail points in Green and Junior and won the Green Western Pleasure class under all three judges with Troy Green Quarter Horses. Christine Potts of Potts Performance Horses in east Windsor, Conn., won the Amateur Pleasure class showing Miso Lazy for the first time.

GreyledGe Farm in Durham, Conn., would like to congratulate Sabrina Janis and Duies Creditor on qualifying for the 2012 AQHYA World Show in Youth Trail. Team Greyledge also had a great time at the Spring Fling Circuit in Hamburg, n.Y., held April 12-15 and April 19-22. Hard work and long hours paid off with circuit wins and bronze trophies in

Youth Trail with Sabrina Janis and Duie; Senior Trail with Jim Farrell and Troy; Youth Western Pleasure with Matt Farrell and Charlie; Junior Trail with Jim Farrell and Ronnie; and in Amateur Western Pleasure and Reserve Amateur Trail with Linda Spicer and Ronnie. The show team also earned numerous reserves and points in Halter, Western Riding, Reining, Horsemanship, Hunter under Saddle, Hunter Hack, Working Hunter, and Select Amateur Trail. Mary Franco made her debut on Drew with great first rides and first wins in Junior Trail with Matt. Stacy Onofre earned wins in Amateur Trail and her first Grand in Halter. Sisters Sierra and Mikaya Harris added to the team in youth during the first circuit weekend.

Send your Quarter Horse news and photos to Tina Karlen at [email protected].

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mark rizzo and micah took the overall win with a time of 76.271 seconds.

roger dinsmore and Booger took reserve honors.

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The reserve championship and $56,000 went to Andrea Fappani and Tinker With Guns, who finished the finals with a 233.5. Tinker With Guns, a 6-year-old stallion by Gunner out of Tinker Nic, is owned by Rancho Oso Rio.

With a score of 222.5, former National Reining Breeders Classic Champion Jose

Vazquez claimed the Non Pro Prime Time Championship. Vazquez and his 5-year-old homebred stallion, Moonshine Juice, won $1,725 as well as many other great prizes. The pair also qualified for the Non Pro finals, finishing in a seventh place tie, worth an addi-tional $9,314. Moonshine Juice is actually a full sibling to his 2009 NRBC Champion Wound By Juice.

“My horse this year comes from a good family, and he is probably one of the most fun ponies to ride. I wish I could have marked higher, but he was good.” He added, “I have one more year to show him here and I plan to come back even better. This show is great. The payouts are obviously very good, but the thing is that you can come here and find out what you need to do to be competi-tive. You see the greatest horses in the world here every year—and this year was exceptional,” Vazquez, of Markham, Ill., said. Lance Griffin took Non Pro Prime Time reserve honors and $1,050 with a 221.5 on his horse Kachina Tag Olena. Griffin also tied for 11th in the Non Pro, collecting an additional $4,657.

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Shawn Flarida and Wimpy’s Chocolate Chip scored 228 points to decisively capture the CRI3* at the Ariat

Kentucky Reining Cup, held April 27 and 28, in conjunction with the Rolex Kentucky Three-Day Event, presented by Bridgestone. The dark palomino Quarter Horse showed superior spins and stops as he flew around the Alltech Arena to capture the title.

“I just had a lot of fun,” said Flarida, a World Equestrian Games Gold Medalist. “I’ve had that horse since he was three. He runs down and stops. I have a lot of enjoy-ment with that horse.”

Tom McCutcheon and Chic Olena Starbuck slid into second place, scoring a 224, and Craig Schmersal and Whizs Katrina spun into a close third with a 223.5.

“She’s been a really great mare for me,” said McCutcheon of the chestnut Quarter Horse he started as a youngster. Her owner had been showing her for several years, but McCutcheon recently started competing her again.

“She’s just really consistent every time I show her,” McCutcheon said. “It’s hard to find a horse that age that can be that consistent.”

Schmersal’s diminutive palomino mare showed tremendous turn of foot in her run-downs and her large fast circles, and she put a smile on her rider’s face at the end of their pattern.

“She’s just a fun mare,” said Schmersal. “She’s been very consistent, and I’m happy to have her in my barn.”

The top-placed riders in the CRI3* shared $50,000 in prize money, and the team

competition garnered an additional $50,000 in prize money.

Team SmartPak (Tom McCutcheon riding Chic Olena Starbuck, Mandy McCutcheon on Don Julio Whiz, and Pete Kyle aboard A Ruf Gal) were the clear winners with a final score of 664.0, but the scores were tight to the last ride for the other five teams. Finishing in second was Team Ariat Boots (Shawn Flarida riding Wimpy’s Chocolate Chip, Shane Brown on Houston Shine, and Sam Smith with Dun Its Chico) with 661.5, just half a point ahead of Team Purina (Craig Schmersal and Whizs Katrina, Shane Brown aboard Shepherd Star, and Jarvis Anderson with Pretty Peppy Chec).

“The [team competition] adds some pres-sure—I don’t want to let these guys down,” said Mandy.

“And I certainly don’t want to let my wife down. It’s plenty of pressure,” joked Tom.

Said Kyle, “We really enjoy this event. I don’t think it’s as much pressure [as some other

competitions we do], but we want to come here and represent our sport because we’re in front of so many new people.”

Ariat Kentucky Reining Cup World Championship FreestylePete Kyle relived the 60s as he grooved his way to the top of the Ariat Kentucky Reining Cup World Championship Freestyle.

Riding A Ruf Gal, Kyle got the crowd of almost 5,000 in the Alltech Arena to clap along to Three Dog Night’s Joy to the World. Kyle topped the evening’s leaderboard with a score of 227.5.

“I always look for songs people will recognize and that the crowd will get into. It’s good for the horses, and it enables me to have fun with the crowd and hopefully it’s fun for them, too,”

said Kyle.Second place finisher and returning 2011

champion Shane Brown enjoyed competing in the event again this year. Riding Houston Shine, Brown finished the evening only one point behind Kyle, with a score of 226.5.

“Both years were great for us and great for our horses,” said Brown. “We really enjoy coming here, and I hope it grows each year.”

The youngest competitor of the evening and third place finisher Laura Sumrall dazzled her way to the top with a score of 224.5 riding Einsteins Fancy Pine. Wearing a black sparkling dress, Laura said she had help from her mother in choreographing her round.

“I have an awesome lady in my life that helps me with my choreography and music and it happens to be my mother. [The music] she helped me choose fit my mare perfectly.”

“It is an honor to be here and ride with these guys,” Sumrall said of being the youngest. “They are top dogs, regardless of what disci-pline they ride.”

The Ariat Kentucky Reining Cup Freestyle had several familiar faces for eventing fans. Karen O’Connor and Gina Miles both competed in the World Championship Freestyle as well.

“It’s a different kind of fun!” said O’Connor, when asked how it compared to her two cross-country trips earlier in the day. “I’ve always been a cowgirl.”

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The Pinto Horse Association of America hosted its Annual Convention March 21-24, 2012 in Oklahoma City, Okla. Several attendees traveled

from New England to receive major recogni-tion. New England Pinto Horse Association (NEPtHA) President Paula Laughlin repre-sented the organization. Paula serves on several national boards and attended seminars, while giving her valuable input on rebuilding our regional club. So far in the short term of her new reign, she has maneuvered the club quite masterfully, starting with the combination of Pinto/Paint shows and reintroducing The Round Up, the organization’s yearly publication. Our club is grateful and fortunate to have such a great lady at the helm!

The Pinto Horse Association of America also elected a new president, Vicki Halsey of California, for 2012. She brings many years of Pinto showing and experience to the table. The greatest awards of the convention started with the Hall of Fame Owners, Ann and Tom Cummings of 5 Cs Farm in East Lyme, Conn., inducting Gamblin Kenny Rogers to the Hall of Fame. A Connecticut bred stud, Kenny was purchased by Anne in 1989 as a yearling. He was Pinto Supreme Pinto Champion #39, and earned seven Open Register of Merits (ROMs), following seven Register of Excellence awards. He was a two-time PtHA World Champion and a three-time Reserve World Champion. Connecticut is very proud to have this special stud honored. Kenny has since passed, but his offspring will continue, hopefully for genera-tions to come.

Kathy Gallagher of Salty Lane Farm in Derry, N.H., won the Phil Sandusky Scholarship Award of $10,000. Anne Giovanni, also of Salty Lane, won her championship in Open Halter Stock Type on her wonderful mare Casual Zoe. Lee McKenna stole the show with her many championships on Luxury Edition, including Amateur Hunter Under Saddle, Halter Stock, Junior Amateur English Equitation, and Open Halter Hunter Type. These ladies all train under the guidance of Ron and Denise Orman Show Horses in Marietta, N.Y.

In other awards, Julia McCoskery won her Amateur Championship with Kateland’s Mission Rider, Paige Benson won Amatuer Championship #721 on her horse Back Street Driver, Kathy McCullogh won several awards on her pony Hez As Tuff As Nails, Annellen Zalis won Championship #2980 on First Class Last Call, and mother-daughter team Kate and Ashley Hair won Amateur Halter Pony and Open Tobiano Color on Snoopys April Fool.

Michele Hunting, a long-standing NEPtHA member, cleaned house with her pony Rabidash,

winning championships in Open Barrel, Open Flag, Open Hunter Under Saddle, Pole Bending, and Open Western Pleasure Hunter Type Pony. She also won with her other pony stallion, MKK Painted Domino, in Open Halter

Pleasure Type Pony. These are outstanding accomplishments in representing the New England club. Jean St. Denis won her cham-pionship with HFFS Painted Lady—both club favorites in New England—in the Open Jumper In-Hand for the Miniature division. Gabriella Sgouris won her Amateur Championship with The Wizards Wand.

Pinto Bucks, the program that started last year, also handed out cash winnings to those who participated. Participants had to register in a lottery by division, and a payback was given at the year’s end. Several New England members won anywhere from $10 up to $1,200. The 2012 show season will be here in a flash, bringing new classes, classic challengers, bigger walk-trot classes for adults, and a few surprises.

For more information on upcoming shows, visit www.nepinto.com, and be sure to send any news to [email protected].

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Ann and Tom Cummings received a plaque in honor of the late Gamblin Kenny Rogers (shown with Anne at right), who was inducted into the Pinto Hall of Fame.

NEPtHA President Paula Laughlin with judges Betty Wilson and Barbara Pettitt at the Pinto Horse Association of America Convention.

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Recognizing FarriersThe 13th Annual National Farriers Week will take place July 8-14 to acknowledge farriers for their hard work year-round. Until July 1, American Farriers Journal is asking horse owners to submit pictures of their farrier working with their horses, and share why they appreciate him/her. If you are a farrier making a difference in the industry, send the Journal your picture and tell them a unique story of how you helped improve a horse’s life. (www.AmericanFarriers.com)

The Reality of MinisIn April, two Miniature horses registered with the American Miniature Horse Association co-starred with former 90210 star Jennie Garth in a new TV reality series on CMT called Jennie Garth: A Little Bit Country. The show chronicles Jennie’s move with her family

from Los Angeles to a farm with horses both big and small, a pig, a frog, and a cow. Don’t miss it! (www.amha.org) An AmerEquine TraditionAmerEquine, a huge event in Fort Worth, Texas, on June 1–3, is jam-packed with special things to do and see. Watch the Cowtown Challenge Extreme Cowboy Association National Championship hosted by Craig Cameron, plus “Chase the Equine Dream,” in which rescued horses show off their accomplishments. There are numerous ways to win prizes, from saddles to gift certificates.

You can also participate in roping clinics at the USTRC Ropin’ Pen in the Xtreme Marketplace. And all that’s just the beginning! (www.amerequine.com)

Stopping SlaughterThe “Horses on the Hill” event on April 25 brought celebrities, children, citizen advocates and the Seraphim12 Foundation together in Washington, D.C., to protest horse slaughter. The event was co-hosted by the Animal Welfare Institute, the ASPCA, and The Humane Society of the United States to support Senator Mary Landrieu’s “American Horse Slaughter Prevention Act.” This bill would end the current export and slaughter of approximately 100,000 American horses each year. (www.seraphim12foundation.org)

EPN’s Favorite PhotosHundreds of people from 14 countries and 42 states entered the 2012 Equine Photographers Network Online Photo Contest. There were nine categories for both professionals and amateurs, including a new Wild Horse category with a portion of the entry fees to be donated to the Cloud Foundation. Congratulations to Best of Show Professional, Debby Thomas of Virginia, and Best of Show Amateur, Beth Osterkamp of Texas. (www.equinephotocontest.com)

Debby Thomas’ “On Top of the World” won the Best of Show Professional category in the EPN Online Photo Contest.

Lorenzo Borghese, Manda Kalimian, and Declan Gregg at “Horses On the Hill.”

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The Savannah College of Art and Design (SCAD) equestrian team

won their fifth consecutive American National Riding Commision (ANRC) National Championship, held this year at Centenary College in New Jersey on April 20-22. SCAD took the overall team championship by winning the medal phase, field phase, and coming in second in dressage.

Team captain Kels Bonham won her fourth consecutive ANRC individual national championship. She placed first in the medal and field phases, and second in dressage. She is the first SCAD student to win the title four times. Jordan Siegel had won it three times previously.

Team member Caroline Ingalls won third overall in the competition by placing second in the field phase, and fifth in the medal and dres-sage phases. This is the eighth ANRC national team championship SCAD has won in the past 10 years.

Participating teams showcased their most talented riders, who were judged and scored in four phases: a program ride including USEF hunter equitation tests; a hunter seat equitation medal course; a derby style equitation course over natural obstacles in a field; and a written test based on riding theory and equine science. Novice division entries competed over fences at 2'6" and National division entries competed over fences at 3'. Students were allowed to ride a college or a privately-owned horse.

The top ten performers received USHJA awards for “Excellence in Equitation” and the winning team received commemorative jackets with the USHJA and ANRC logos on them. Each year, the overall individual winner is awarded placement in the next available USHJA Emerging Athletes Program Level I training session in the appropriate Zone if under the age of 21. In the event her or she is over 21 at the time of competition or when the EAP event is held, USHJA shall provide the winner with free registration to a USHJA Trainer’s Symposium.

The overall team placements at the 2012 national championships were as follows: In first was SCAD, followed by Centenary College in second, and Virginia Intermont rounded out the top three. Sweet Briar placed fourth, St. Andrews University came in fifth, and Goucher College finished in sixth.

The overall individual winners were as follows: Kels Bonham of SCAD was the champion, with Katie Haley of Centenary College in second, Caroline Ingall of SCAD taking third, Kelsey

Bernini from Centenary College in fourth, and Danielle Clark of Virginia Intermont rounding out the top five. In sixth place was Olivia Smith of Sweet Briar College, followed by Lauren Perhala, also of Sweet Briar in seventh, and Audrey Hanlon riding for Virginia Intermont in eighth. Lauren Fay of Virginia Intermont and Alexandra Davidson of Sweet Briar rounded out the top 10.

For more information, visit www.anrc.org.

A full field of 20 3-year-olds entered the starting gate at Churchill Downs for the 138th running of the Kentucky Derby. Favoritism

went to the lightly raced Bodemeister. Union Rags was the second choice in the wagering based on his stunning victory in the Fountain of Youth Stakes. The field was very well matched and some said it was one of the best Derby fields assembled in the history of the race. Any one of 10 colts had a legitimate shot at winning the “Run for the Roses.”

The field got away from the gate cleanly despite its size, and as expected, Bodemeister was sent to the front under jockey Mike Smith. In close pursuit was the sprinter Trinniberg. The fractions were blistering with the first quarter in :22 and change and the half mile in :45 and change. After six furlongs in 1:09 and change, Trinniberg was finished and began a quick retreat as Hansen took up the second spot and Creative Cause began to rally. Union Rags was shuffled back from the start and never seemed to have a clear run, but the early fractions of the race were setting the finish up for a closer.

The fractions for the first mile were the fastest in Derby history and yet Bodemeister still held the lead at the eighth pole! It was a display of sheer brilliance, but several rivals were picking up momentum from behind. Making a sweeping move from fifth was I’ll Have Another under jockey Mario Guiterrez, who was riding in his first Derby. The chestnut colt caught Bodemeister at the 16th pole and went by to post a one-length victory. Bodemeister was dead game and maintained second over a fast closing Dullahan. Went the Day Well was also closing stoutly to finish fourth, less than a half-length out of second. Union Rags never mounted a serious chal-lenge and wound up sixth, with Gemologist never entering contention either.

This was the first Derby win for trainer Doug O’Neill, as well as for 25-year-old jockey Guiterrez.

At press time, plans called for I’ll Have Another to next compete in the Preakness Stakes, which is the second leg of the Triple Crown.

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SCAD teammates Kels Bonham, Lydia Todd, and Caroline Ingalls display their first place ribbons with coach Ashley Kelly.

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May 28 - June 1 n GELINAS FARM ADULT HORSEMANSHIP CAMP, Pembroke, NH. CONTACT: [email protected] or 603-225-7024.

1 n NEW JERSEY HORSE PARK 4D Open Barrel Race, Allentown, NJ. CONTACT: Erica Friedman 609-259-7653, [email protected] or www.horseparkofnewjersey.com.

2 n TYRONE FARM JUDGED PLEASURE Ride, 1st in series of 3. Pomfret, CT. www.tyronefarm.com or 860-928-3647.

2 n SENATOR BELL FARM HORSE Show (NEHC), Chester, NH. CONTACT: Jessica Hunt 606-887-5404 or www.senatorbellfarm.com.

2 n SOUTH EAST HUNTER HORSE Show (NEHC), Raynham, MA. CONTACT: Nancy Venezia. 508-428-2621, [email protected] or www.southeasthunter.com.

2 n CDCTA RIDE - CRITIQUE - Ride With “L” Judge Claudia Tarlov, Columbia, CT. CONTACT: Cheryl Matthewson 860-460-6929.

2 n FOLLY FARM HORSE SHOW, Simsbury, CT. CONTACT: BHC Management 203-650-3148, [email protected] or www.BHCManagement.com.

2 n SOUTHEASTERN HUNTER ASSOCIATION SHOWS (SEHA), Raynham, MA. CONTACT: Jacqui Gazzara [email protected].

2 n BAY STATE TRAIL RIDERS Association National Trails Day, Oxford, MA. CONTACT: Lynn 508-476-7094, [email protected] or www.bstra.org.

2 n HIGH HOPES VOLUNTEER ORIENTATION & TRAINING Lyme, CT. CONTACT: Courtney Bernard 860-434-1974 ext. 121 or [email protected].

2 n NEWPORT INTERNATIONAL POLO SERIES XXI USA vs. China, Portsmouth, RI. CONTACT: www.nptpolo.com.

2 n NATURAL HORSEMANSHIP WITH TIM Hayes, South Hero, VT. CONTACT: Joe Guerrieri, 802-372-5444 or [email protected].

2 - 3 n FAIRFIELD WESTCHESTER PHA Horse Show, Westport, CT. CONTACT: BHC Management 203-650-3148, [email protected] or www.BHCManagement.com.

2 - 3 n GMHA JUNE Horse Trials (USEF, USEA), South Woodstock, VT. CONTACT: Molly Hutchins 802-457-1509, [email protected] or www.gmhainc.org.

2 - 3 n NEW JERSEY Horse Park Barrel Racing Clinic, Allentown, NJ. CONTACT: Erica Friedman 609-259-7653, [email protected] or www.horseparkofnewjersey.com.

2 - 3 n PTHA OF NYS All Pinto Horse Show, Syracuse, NY. CONTACT: Martha Procopio 315-672-5105.

3 n SANDY POINT STABLES HUNTER & HUNT Seat Equitation Horse Show, Portsmouth, RI. CONTACT: www.sandypointstables.com or 401-849-3954.

3 n BETHANY HORSE SHOW (NEHC), Bethany, CT. CONTACT: Cynthia Jensen 203-272-0142 or [email protected].

3 n GFF HORSE SHOW III (NEHC), Buzzards Bay, MA. CONTACT: Liz Moakley 508-759-3763, [email protected] or www.grazingfields.com.

3 n MYSTIC VALLEY HUNT CLUB Horse Show (NEHC), Gales Ferry, CT. CONTACT: Richard Luckhardt 860-235-7575, [email protected] or www.mysticvalleyhuntclub.com.

3 n SANDY POINT STABLES HORSE Show (NEHC), Portsmouth, RI. CONTACT: Charlene Brown 401-849-2696, [email protected] or www.sandypointstables.com.

3 n NHQHA TREASURE HUNT TRAIL Ride, Allenstown, NH. CONTACT: Cathe Lisk 603-494-8733 or [email protected].

3 n NBHA MA01 POINTED RUN 500.00 Added-CJ’s Ranch Noon Start (NBHA and Open), Marstons Mills, MA. CONTACT: Karen Miller 508-237-2294, [email protected] or www.nbhama01.com.

3 n NEW JERSEY HORSE PARK Schooling Horse Trials NJ Region Pony Club, Allentown, NJ. CONTACT: Cathy Brogan 908-510-7999 or www.horseparkofnewjersey.com.

3 n NORFOLK HUNT SPRING HUNTER Pace (NHC), Medfield, MA. CONTACT: Mike Paparo 401-651-3282, [email protected] or www.norfolkhunt.com.

3 n WOODVILLE TRAILBUSTERS 4-H CLUB 2nd Annual Gymkhana, Hopkinton, MA. CONTACT: 508-435-4129, [email protected] or www.woodvilletrailbuster.org.

3 n HORSE POWER HUNTER/JUMPER SERIES Show, Southbridge, MA. CONTACT: Nancy DiGregorio 508-764-7725 or www.wildairefarm.com.

3 n HORSE POWER DRESSAGE SERIES Shows, Southbridge, MA. CONTACT: Nancy DiGregorio 508-764-7725 or www.wildairefarm.com.

3 n HANSON RIDING CLUB TRAIL Ride At Myles Standish State Forest, Hanson, MA. CONTACT: [email protected] or www.hansonridingclub.org.

3 n OAK RISE FARM, LLC GYMKHANA, Goffstown, NH. CONTACT: 603-656-9730, [email protected] or www.oakrisefarm.com.

3 n BROOKFIELD CORNER FARM Hunter/Jumper Series Brookfield, NH. CONTACT: Janet Murfey 603-522-6440 [email protected] or www.brookfieldcornerfarm.com.

6 n HIGH HOPES VOLUNTEER ORIENTATION & Training Lyme, CT. CONTACT: Courtney Bernard 860-434-1974 ext. 121 or [email protected].

6 n MIDDLESEX-NEW HAVEN-HARTFORD COUNTY 4-H Open Horse Show at Haddam Neck Fairgrounds, Haddam Neck, CT. CONTACT: 860-344-1804 [email protected].

6 - 10 n HORSE SHOWS IN THE SUN On The Hudson III, Saugerties, NY. CONTACT: 845-246-8833, [email protected] or www.hitsshows.com.

7 – 8 n CINDY SYNOR at Twin Ridge Farm Warner, NH. CONTACT: Jerilyn Nieder 603-456-3031 [email protected] or www.twinridgefarm.net.

7 - 10 n BLUE RIBBON VENTURES Shallowbrook Horse Show, Somers, CT. CONTACT: BHC Management 203-650-3148, [email protected] or www.BHCManagement.com.

7 - 10 n NYSHC SPRING Pleasure Ride at Pure Country Campground, Berlin, NY. CONTACT: 607-847-9265 or www.purecountrycampground.com.

7 - 10 n SHALLOW BROOK CHARITY HORSE SHOW (USEF “A”, CHJA, CHSA, NEHC, M&S, FW-PHA, NEHJ, YJC, NAL, NEHJ, HPHS), Somers, CT. CONTACT: 203-650-3148 or www.BHCManagement.com.

7 - 10 n CONNECTICUT MORGAN Horse Show at Eatern States, West Springfield, MA. CONTACT: Johnna Chenail 860-663-2495 or www.ctmorgan.org.

8 - 10 n DOWNUNDER HORSEMANSHIP Fundamentals Clinic, Gardiner, NY. CONTACT: Dale Cunningham 303-809-2006 or [email protected].

8 - 10 n TWIN STATE SADDLEBRED (NEHC), Deerfield, NH. CONTACT: Sue Arthur 603-887-5937, [email protected] or www.twinstate.org.

8 - 10 n NEW JERSEY HORSE PARK Jersey Classic Horse Show, Allentown, NJ. CONTACT: Joan Booth 908-995-9807, [email protected] or www.horseparkofnewjersey.com.

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9 n HANOVER HUNT & RIDING Club Horse Show (NEHC), Hanover, MA. CONTACT: John Dougherty 781-829-3191, [email protected] or www.briggsstable.com.

9 n NH HUNTER JUMPER SHOW Series I (NEHC), Fremont, NH. CONTACT: Cindy McLaughlin 603-625-8392, [email protected] or www.nhhja.com.

9 n RIVER WIND FARM HORSE Show (NEHC), Pembroke, MA. CONTACT: Spencer Catani 617-548-7875, [email protected] or www.riverwindfarm.com.

9 n STEPPING STONE FARM HORSE Show (NEHC), Ridgefield, CT. CONTACT: Janie Weber [email protected] or www.steppingstonefarmct.com.

9 n NHHJA SHOW SERIES I at Tack Shack (NHHJA), Fremont, NH. CONTACT: www.nhhja.com.

9 n NEWPORT INTERNATIONAL POLO SERIES XXI Newport Cup, Portsmouth, RI. CONTACT: www.nptpolo.com.

9 - 10 n NE PAINT HORSE ASSOC., Oneco, CT. CONTACT: Jeff Griffin 860-564-5554, [email protected] or www.fallscreekfarm.com.

9 - 10 n TEN BROECK FARM Dressage Sport Horse I & II, Pepperell, MA. CONTACT: Kathy Grisolia 631-264-0980, [email protected] or www.tenbroeckfarm.net.

9 - 10 n VALINOR FARM Horse Trial (USEF, USEA), Plymouth, MA. CONTACT: www.valinorfarm.com, 508-224-3332, or [email protected].

10 n TANHEATH HUNT CLUB HUNTER PACE at Tyrone Farm, Pomfret, CT. CONTACT: Melanie Chace 508-579-4840, [email protected].

10 n BISCUIT HILL FARM HORSE SHOW (NEHC), Shelburne, MA. CONTACT: John Manning 413-625-9967, [email protected] or www.biscuithillfarm.com.

10 n CARRIAGE TOWN HORSE SHOW (NEHC), Amesbury, MA. CONTACT: Felicia Knowles 603-474-3156, [email protected] or www.boblynstables.com.

10 n CORNERSTONE FARM HORSE SHOW (NEHC), Foster, RI. CONTACT: Monica Hunt 978-407-5414, [email protected] or www.ridecornerstone.com.

10 n GFF HORSE SHOW IV (NEHC), Buzzards Bay, MA. CONTACT: Liz Moakley 508-759-3763, [email protected] or www.grazingfields.com.

10 n GREENWICH HORSE SHOW (NEHC), Greenwich, CT. CONTACT: Naomi Gauruder 203-650-3148, [email protected] or www.thegrta.org.

10 n GMHA 25-MILE RIDE & Drive, Conditioning Distance Ride (ECTRA), South Woodstock, VT. CONTACT: Robin O’Farrell 802-457-1509, [email protected] or www.gmhainc.org.

10 n MRF DRESSAGE AT LONGFELLOW Farm, Nottingham, NH. CONTACT: Michelle Routhier 603-490-8958 or [email protected].

10 n HORSE POWER HUNTER/JUMPER SERIES Show, Southbridge, MA. CONTACT: Nancy DiGregorio 508-764-7725 or www.wildairefarm.com.

10 n BAY STATE TRAIL RIDERS ASSOCIATION Scavenger Hunt, Upton, MA. CONTACT: Lurissa 508-868-7397, [email protected] or www.bstra.org.

10 n OAK RISE FARM, LLC PLEASURE SHOW, Goffstown, NH. CONTACT: 603-656-9730, [email protected] or www.oakrisefarm.com.

10 n GENESEE VALLEY RIDING & Driving Club Spring Horse Event (USEF, USEA), Geneseo, NY. CONTACT: Tina Russell 585-243-3739, [email protected] or www.gvrdc.com.

11 - 15 n GELINAS FARM Adult Horsemanship Camp, Pembroke, NH. CONTACT: 603-225-7024 or [email protected].

11 - 29 n UNIVERSITY OF CONNECTICUT Summer Riding Program: Session II, Stockbridge, MA. CONTACT: www.colonialcarriage.org.

12 n 2012/2013 INTERNATIONAL HUNTER DERBY (USHJA), Wayne, IL. CONTACT: Patrick Boyle 847-274-6834 or [email protected].

12 - 17 n OX RIDGE HUNT CLUB Horse Show (NEHC), Darien, CT. CONTACT: Ruth Nicodemus 914-755-7562, [email protected] or www.oxridge.com.

13 n APPLE KNOLL FARM JUMPER SHOW #1 Millis, MA. CONTACT: [email protected], 508-376-2564.

13 n HIGH HOPES VOLUNTEER ORIENTATION & Training, Lyme, CT. CONTACT: Courtney Bernard 860-434-1974 ext. 121 or [email protected].

14 n CASEY & SON HORSESHOEING School Vettec Equithane Products Hands On Demostrations, LaFayette, GA. CONTACT: 706-397-8909 or [email protected].

15 n 2012/2013 INTERNATIONAL HUNTER DERBY (USHJA), Conyers, GA. CONTACT: Bob Bell 843-768-5503 or [email protected].

15 - 17 n GMHA JUNE DRESSAGE SHOW (USEF, USDF), South Woodstock, VT. CONTACT: Karey Waters 802-457-1509, [email protected] or www.gmhainc.org.

15 - 17 n NE PAINT HORSE ASSOC., Oneco, CT. CONTACT: Jeff Griffin 860-564-5554, [email protected] or www.fallscreekfarm.com.

15 - 17 n NATIONAL BARREL HORSE ASSOC., SUPER SHOW (NBHA ), Syracuse, NY. CONTACT: www.nbha.com.

15 - 17 n WESTERN MASSACHUSETTS APPALOSSA HORSE SHOW AT EASTERN STATES, West Springfield, MA. CONTACT: Pam Salois, 413-562-0085 or [email protected].

16 n TYRONE FARM CROSS COUNTRY JUMPING and Trail Obstacle Clinic with Athene Von Hirschberg, Pomfret, CT. www.tyronefarm.com or 860-928-3647.

16 n CAPE COD HUNTER HORSE SHOWS (NEHC), Raynham, MA. CONTACT: Nancy Venezia 508-428-2621, [email protected] or www.capecodhunter.com.

16 n PINES OPEN HORSE SHOW (NEHC), South Glastonbury, CT. CONTACT: Paul Foohey 860-633-5694, [email protected] or www.pinesfarm.com.

16 n 2012/2013 INTERNATIONAL HUNTER DERBY (USHJA), Saratogoa Springs, NY. CONTACT: Adele Einhorn 518-580-563 or [email protected].

16 n 2012/2013 INTERNATIONAL HUNTER DERBY (USHJA), Lexington, KY. CONTACT: Frankie Stark 513-875-3318 or [email protected].

16 n 2012/2013 INTERNATIONAL HUNTER DERBY (USHJA), San Juan Capistrano, CA. CONTACT: Stephanie Wheeler 949-443-1841 or [email protected].

16 n NEWPORT INTERNATIONAL POLO SERIES XXI USA vs. China, Portsmouth, RI. CONTACT: www.nptpolo.com.

16 - 17 n ACTHA - TRAIL RIDE at Pure Country Campground, Berlin, NY. CONTACT: 607-847-9265 or www.purecountrycampground.com.

16 - 17 n EQUINE VALLEY ASSOCIATION Horse Show (AQHA/PHBA/NSBA), Cobleskill, NY. CONTACT: Sandi Emanuel 518-294-2022 or [email protected].

16 - 17 n NEW JERSEY HORSE PARK NJ Half-Arabian Horse Show, Allentown, NJ. CONTACT: Joan Mitchell 610-767-3039 or www.horseparkofnewjersey.com.

17 n FIRST COMPANY GOVERNOR’S HORSE GUARD Horse Show (NEHC), Avon, CT. CONTACT: Cheryl Proctor 203-214-9641 or [email protected].

17 n HOLLOWAY BROOK FARM HORSE SHOW (NEHC), Lakeville, MA. CONTACT: Brian Conefrey 508-947-8424, [email protected] or www.hollowaybrook.com.

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17 n NORTH SHORE HORSEMEN’S ASSOCIATION Pleasure Show (NEHC), Chester, NH. CONTACT: Janice Flynn 978-774-5654, [email protected] or www.northshorehorsemens.org.

17 n NORTH SHORE HORSEMEN’S ASSOC., HUNTER HORSE SHOW (NEHC), Georgetown, MA. CONTACT: Lowell Murray 978-500-7453, [email protected] or www.northshorehorsemens.org.

17 n SMITHBRIDGE STABLES HORSE SHOW (NEHC), Wakefield, RI. CONTACT: Bonnie Smith 701-783-0741, [email protected] or www.smith-bridgestables.com.

17 n WHITE HORSE HILL HORSE SHOW (NEHC), Richmond, MA. CONTACT: Elise Volastro 413-698-2999, [email protected] or www.whitehorsehill.com.

17 n EQUINE VALLEY ASSOCIATION SPECIAL Events Horse Show (AQHA), Cobleskill, NY. CONTACT: Sandi Emanuel 518-294-2022 or [email protected].

17 n OAK RISE FARM, LLC 2 PHASE, Goffstown, NH. CONTACT: 603-656-9730, [email protected] or www.oakrisefarm.com.

19 - 23 n FAIRFIELD COUNTY Hunt Club Horse Show (NEHC), Westport, CT. CONTACT: Naomi Gauruder 203-650-3148, [email protected]. or www.huntclubonline.org.

20 n APPLE KNOLL FARM JUMPER SHOW #2 Millis, MA CONTACT: [email protected], 508-376-2564.

20 - 21 n GELINAS FARM Advanced Cattle Work, Pembroke, NH. CONTACT: [email protected] or 603-225-7024.

20 - 21 n GELINAS FARM Tom Curtin Advanced Cattle Work, Pembroke, NH. CONTACT: 603-225-7024 or [email protected].

21 n EQUINE VALLEY ASSOCIATION (AQHA), Cobleskill, NY. CONTACT: Sandi Emanuel 518-294-2022 or [email protected].

21 - 22 n AQHA/PHBA/NSBA HORSE SHOW (AQHA/PHBA/NSBA), Cobleskill, NY. CONTACT: Sandi Emanuel 518-294-2022 or [email protected].

21 - 24 n NEW JERSEY HORSE PARK Middlesex County Horse Show, Allentown, NJ. CONTACT: June Marsh 609-448-3492 or www.horseparkofnewjersey.com.

22 - 24 n BAY STATE TRAIL RIDERS ASSOCIATION Arcadia Campout, W.Greenwich, RI. CONTACT: Jane 508-943-5916, [email protected] or www.bstra.org.

22 - 24 n GELINAS FARM VERSATILITY, Pembroke, NH. CONTACT: [email protected] or 603-225-7024.

22 - 24 n GELINAS FARM Tom Curtin Versatility And Horsemanship, Pembroke, NH. CONTACT: 603-225-7024 or [email protected].

23 n NH HUNTER JUMPER SHOW SERIES II (NEHC), Chester, NH. CONTACT: Cindy McLaughlin 603-625-8392, [email protected] or www.nhhja.com.

23 n SADDLE ROWE HORSE SHOW (NEHC), Medway, MA. CONTACT: Tina Geoghegan 508-533-7108 or www.saddlerowe.com

23 n 2012/2013 INTERNATIONAL HUNTER DERBY (USHJA), Littlestown, PA. CONTACT: Mary Bast 717-359-5357 or [email protected].

23 n NHHJA SHOW SERIES II at Senator Bell Farm (NHHJA), Chester, NH. CONTACT: www.nhhja.com.

23 n NEWPORT INTERNATIONAL POLO SERIES XXI Newport vs. Boston, Portsmouth, RI. CONTACT: www.nptpolo.com.

23 - 24 n AQHA/PHBA/NSBA HORSE SHOW (AQHA/PHBA/NSBA ), Cobleskill, NY. CONTACT: Sandi Emanuel 518-294-2022 or [email protected].

24 n APPLE KNOLL FARM STARTER TRIALS #1 Millis, MA CONTACT: [email protected], 508-376-2564.

24 n HERITAGE EQUESTRIAN CENTER HORSE SHOWS (NEHC), East Greenwich, RI. CONTACT: Charlene Brown 401-849-2696, [email protected] or www.heritageequestriancenter.com.

24 n SOUTH SHORE HORSEMEN’S COUNCIL HORSE SHOW Raynham, MA CONTACT: Pleasure rings [email protected] 508-843-0593 H/J Sheila Murphy 617-688-0849

24 n NORTH SHORE HORSEMEN’S ASSOC., HUNTER HORSE SHOW (NEHC), Georgetown, MA. CONTACT: Lowell Murray 978-500-7453, [email protected] or www.northshorehorse-mens.org.

24 n SOUTH SHORE HORSEMEN’S COUNCIL Horse Show (NEHC), Raynham, MA. CONTACT: Brian Wise 508-946-5477, [email protected] or www.sshconline.com.

24 n 2012/2013 INTERNATIONAL HUNTER DERBY (USHJA), Wilsonville, OR. CONTACT: Mike Gallaway 541-342-5432 or [email protected].

24 n AUGUST FARM SCHOOLING SHOW, Holliston, MA. CONTACT: Dani White. 508-429-9411, [email protected] or www.rideaugustfarm.com.

24 n BLUE RIBBON VENTURES HORSE SHOW, Somers, CT. CONTACT: BHC Management 203-650-3148, [email protected] or www.BHCManagement.com.

24 n EQUINE VALLEY ASSOCIATION SPECIAL Events Horse Show (AQHA), Cobleskill, NY. CONTACT: Sandi Emanuel 518-294-2022 or [email protected].

24 n NBHA MA01 POINTED RUN 500.00 Added-Chipaway Stables Noon Start (NBHA and Open), Acushnet, MA. CONTACT: Karen Miller 508-237-2294, [email protected] or www.nbhama01.com.

24 n OAK RISE FARM, LLC PLEASURE SHOW, Goffstown, NH. CONTACT: 603-656-9730, [email protected] or www.oakrisefarm.com.

24 - July 3 n GMHA Junior Horsemanship Clinic, South Woodstock, VT. CONTACT: Robin O’Farrell 802-457-1509, [email protected] or www.gmhainc.org.

24 n HILLSIDE MEADOWS EQUESTRAIN Center Spring/Summer Series, Grafton, MA. CONTACT: Erin Cloherty [email protected], 508-248-7599, or www.hillsidemeadows.com.

24 n PINE TREE CLASSIC AMHA Show, Cumberland Fairgrounds, Cumberland, ME. CONTACT: Missey Tansey 207-657-8168 or [email protected].

25 n GELINAS FARM COW WORK DAY, Pembroke, NH. CONTACT: [email protected] or 603-225-7024.

26 n ZEPHYR FARM HORSE SHOW, Mahopac, NY. CONTACT: BHC Management 203-650-3148, [email protected] or www.BHCManagement.com.

26 - 30 n NORTHEAST BENEFIT HORSE SHOW (NEHC), 3 County Fairgrounds Northampton, MA. CONTACT: Deborah Tate 508-759-9512, [email protected] or www.cinnbayinc.com.

27 n APPLE KNOLL FARM JUMPER SHOW #3 Millis, MA. CONTACT: [email protected], 508-376-2564.

27 n TWIN LAKES FARM HORSE SHOW, Bronxville, NY. CONTACT: BHC Management 203-650-3148, [email protected] or www.BHCManagement.com.

28 n AVON VALLEY HORSE SHOW (NEHC), Avon, CT. CONTACT: Ermer Coyne 860-677-5260, [email protected] or www.avonvalleyshowstables.com.

28 - 30 n ARABIAN HORSE SHOW Of New England at Eastern States, West Springfield, MA. CONTACT: Donna Conklin 978-456-8628 or [email protected].

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HUNTER/JUMPER BARN SEEKING TRAINER INSTRUCTOR. Are you looking for a place to grow? We are looking for a fun, hardworking/flexible person who wants to move their clients to a state-of-the-art farm in Plainville. Become part of a great team. We have it all, great turn-outs, 3 rings, large indoor, groomed trails and a derby field! Planning on hosting rated shows next year? We also have great school horses for your students to learn on. We have walk-trot ponies up to horses that can take your clients to the 3' finals. CONTACT: 508-699-1900 or email us at [email protected].

WORKING STUDENT POSITION AVAILABLE in Dover, MA. Riding and light barn work caring for Olympic caliber horses. CONTACT: Dottie Morkisfor more information: 508-612-8500.

RETAIL STORE POSITION AT DOVER SADDLERY, North Kingstown, RI. Our North Kingstown store is hiring! We offer competitive pay, a generous employee discount and great career opportunities. Previous retail and/or sales success as well as equestrian expe-rience is required. Please apply to: Ken Cavanaugh, [email protected].

REAL ESTATE

MANCHESTER, VERMONT HORSE SHOW RENTAL. 3-bedroom + Loft, 2 Bath Cabin. 7 miles from Harold Beebe Farm. Large deck, sunny, cathedral ceiling, fire-place. Stunning views of Battenkill River and Equinox Mountain. Full kitchen. Linens, W/D. Utilities included. No smoking. Pets owner approved only. July 1, 2012 to August 14, 2012. $10,000 + $1,500 security. Weekly for $2,000 + $750 security. Rental agreement, full payment, security deposit due 4 weeks before arrival. For sale: $298,000, 2.7 acres. Inquire about 2BR, 1BA separate apartment downstairs. CONTACT: for inquiries and questions email [email protected].

25-ACRE VERMONT HORSE FARM. Near Montpelier. 2 story house, 4 bay garage, indoor arena,11 stall barn. Owner retiring. $575,000. CONTACT: 802-496-9281 or [email protected].

HOOSICK FALLS, NY 253-ACRE HORSE/BEEF FARM. Has farmhouse, hay barn, sheds, pastures, hay fields, mobilehome rental. Call 603-847-9026.

GUEST HOUSE FOR LEASE, 30 minutes east of San Juan Capistrano 20 minutes west of I-15. European Equestrian Estate Upscale Kitchen Bathroom & throughout, garage washer dryer. Property has 8 Stall Barn, Cross Ties, Turn Out, Jumping & Dressage Arenas, Round Pen, Access to trails, Bring your horse for additional fee. FastAd: #849400.

SLEIGHS

SLEIGHS, BUGGIES, DRIVING EQUIPMENT andmiscellaneous driving essentials for sale! Harnesses, lap robes, wagon wheels, driving whips, lights, hardware, sleighs, buggies, carts, and many more items! Mostly used and/or restored. Some new, as well. Come visit us and see for yourself. CONTACT: Ron at 860-642-4530 or 860-933-4583. FastAd: #849399.

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TRAILERS

2000 TRAILERS USA BUMPER PULL WARMBLOODsize. Rubber matting and has been serviced routinely at Yered Trailers. I am looking for $4,800. CONTACT: 508-397-2442. FastAd: #848947.

TRAINING

TECHNICAL LARGE ANIMAL RESCUE TRAININGAsk about upcoming classes or hosting a classat your facility. CONTACT: 603-532-6415 [email protected].

RIPLEY RIDGE FARM

RIPLEY RIDGE FARM, VERMONT living, only minutes from Boston. Charming 1740 restored period home, 6-bedroom, 4.5-baths, large country kitchen, privately sited on 6+ open acres bordering 900 acres of Weston Conservation Land. Well maintained 52' x 34', 3 story barn, boxed stalls, paddock and in and out stall with access to three acres of fenced pasture. Situated at end of a Lane, this property offers easy on access to miles of trails. CONTACT: Priscilla, 781-910-2667 or email [email protected]. FastAd: #848328.

29 ■ RIDGEFIELD EQUESTRIAN CENTER HORSE Show (NEHC), Ridgefi eld, CT. CONTACT: Naomi Gauruder 203-650-3148, [email protected] or www.ridgefi eldequestriancenter.com.

29 ■ RIVER WIND FARM HORSE SHOW (NEHC), Pembroke, MA. CONTACT: Spencer Catani 617-548-7875, [email protected] www.riverwindfarm.com

29 ■ 2012/2013 INTERNATIONAL HUNTER DERBY (USHJA), Furr, PA. CONTACT: Kristin Kocher Gretok 610-955-5204 or [email protected].

BOARDING

PHEASANT WALK SOUTH is pleased to offer retirement boarding on our brand new 15+ acre hunter/jumper farm in the heart of horse country! 2+ acre pastures with large run-ins, automatic waterers on lush, maintained grass. Owner lives on the property and has been an active member of the New England horse community for over 20 years. Board includes all of the amenities you would expect from a full-care facility as well as trimming (shoes extra), paste worming, and seasonal vaccinations. We have a hotel-style guest room attached to the barn that was specifically designed for our clients to come and visit their retirees for $25/night. For more information, please call Nicole at 978-621-8588 or email [email protected]. $450/month. Online photo: FastAd: #849392.

HELP WANTED

SMALL PRIVATE BARN IN CHESTER, CONNECTICUT, Area is looking for full time or part time person, housing is an option, for horse and facility care. Friesian training and riding experience helpful. Must be a selfstarter. Must have references. Please email resume to: [email protected].

FAIRFIELD EQUINE ASSOCIATES, located in Newtown, Conn., has a full time position available for an ambulatory technician. Duties include but are not limited to assisting doctors in all aspects of veterinary care including lameness investiga-tion, radiology, MRI, laboratory and surgery. Position requires exceptional equine background and skills, strong organizational and communica-tion skills and the ability to multi-task. Certified Veterinary Technician a plus OR 3-5 years working with horses in a professional setting is required. Shared on-call emergency duties weekdays and weekends is required. January-April relocation to Wellington, FL with housing provided. Competitive compensation and benefits. Email resumes, cover letter, references to [email protected] or fax 203-270-4672.

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Connecticut Morgan Horse Membership Application

(please list children under 18 with birthdays and name of horse nominated on separate piece of paper.)

Children under 18 DOB

Horse(s) Nominated for Year End Awards

Please make check payable to CMHA, Inc. and mail with application to: Melissa Curtis, 477 Dowd Ave., Canton, CT 06019.

CONNECTICUT MORGAN HORSE ASSOCIATION President: Melissa Curtis, 477 Dowd Ave., Canton, CT 06019; 860-693-2248. Vice President: Will Filosi, 321 Rt. 165, Preston, CT 06365; 860-887-6831. Secretary: Debra Becroft, 67 Hanover St., Yalesville, CT 06492; Treasurer: Lisa Cocco, 71 Old Farms Road, Cheshire, CT 06410; 203-699-8447; Membership: Melissa Curtis, 477 Dowd Ave., Canton, CT 06109; 860-693-2248.

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Charles River Dressage AssociationMembership ApplicationJanuary 1 through December 31, 2012

CHARLES RIVER DRESSAGE ASSOCIATION, President: Linda Currie, 617-974-4441, [email protected]; Vice President: Kate Champa, 401-351-1683, [email protected]; Membership Director: Carol Burkhart, 508-359-9961, [email protected].

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The Charles River Dressage Association is a GMO (Group Member Organization) of the United States Dressage Federation.Annual Dues: Individual $55, Business $100. Add $12 for each additional family member.Please make your check payable to: Charles River Dressage Association, 4 Jade Walk, Medfield, MA 02052For more information, call Linda Currie at 617-974-4441.

____Junior (DOB__/__/__) ____Adult Amateur ____ Professional _____ Vintage (50-59) _____Masters (60+)

Connecticut Ranch Horse AssociationMembership Form

Mail form and a check made out to CT Ranch Horse Association to: Andrea Hills, 772 Brooks Rd., Middletown, CT 06457.

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Address: _____________________________________________________________________________

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Additional Family Members (please add age for members under 18 yrs):

Name: ______________________________________ Experience: _______________________________

Name: ______________________________________ Experience: _______________________________

Signature: ______________________________________________________Date: __________________

Membership: $25.00/person; $15.00 for each additional family member

Connecticut Trail Rides Association, Inc.Membership Application

❒ Individual Membership (Must be 18 years old) ..................................................................................... ❒ Family Membership (Includes children under 18 years old) .............................................................. ❒ Lifetime Membership .................................................................................................................................... ❒ Lot Dues ................................................................................................................................................................ ❒ Stall Dues ($5.00 per stall) ................................................................................................................................ ❒ New Members one time charge ...................................................................................................................

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Connecticut Dressage & Combined Training Association, Inc.

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Connecticut Horse Shows Association, Inc.2012 Membership Application

Name

Address State Zip Code

Phone Email

Horse/Pony ($15.00 each): (if pony, indicate size-—-S, M ,L)

Make checks payable to CHSA and mail to: CHSA Membership, c/o G. Jensen, 195 Wildwood Drive, Cheshire, CT 06410.Points accrue immediately upon receipt of application and dues by Show/Steward at a CHSA Member Show or the postmark date of an application and dues by the Membership Chairman.

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Send to: Jan Foster, 809 Sandwich Road, E. Falmouth, MA 02536.Memberships run from 1/1/12 through 12/31/12.

I hereby apply for and enclose payment for the following type of membership: New ❑ Renewal ❑

Individual: $31. per year

Youth (18 and under) Birth Date: $29. per year

Family: $34. per year

Children’s Name: Date of Birth:

New England Pinto Association Membership Application

www.nepinto.com

Name: Address:

Town: State: Zip: Phone:

E-mail Address:

NEW ENGLAND PINTO HORSE ASSOC, President: Paula Laughlin; Vice President: Johnathan Blake; Treasurer: John Weigel; Secretary: Jac Cunningham.

www.norfolkhunt.com For information on the Norfolk Hunt Club visit:

Northeast Miniature Horse ClubMembership Application

Membership InformationName: _____________________________________ Email: ____________________________________

Address: ___________________________________ Website: __________________________________

City/State/Zip:_______________________________ Phone: ___________________________________

Welcome! Our club is proud to offer three levels of membership. All members are listed on the club’s website and receive our electronic newsletter, which includes periodic updates on our rescue/emergency

activities and any rescue horses available for adoption. Dues are assessed on a calendar year basis.

* All memberships include the entire household; adults and children, and one vote is allotted to each household for meeting and election purposes.

❑ I do not wish to have my email published on the club’s website

Names of Adult Members: ________________________________________________________________

Youth Members (with ages): ______________________________________________________________

❑ Blue Ribbon ~ $25 ~ includes all adults and children in the household; receipt of our electronic newsletter; and one vote in club elections.

❑ Grand Champion ~ $50 ~ Receives all the membership benefits plus advertising space on our website’s Sponsorship Page (photo or business card) and a link to member’s web site.

❑ Supreme Champion ~ $75 ~ Receives all the benefits of Grand Champion membership plus a $25 donation made to our club’s Rescue/Emergency Fund.

❑ Donation ~ Please accept the enclosed donation to the club’s Rescue/Emergency Fund.

We Hope You’ll Join Us!Total Enclosed $______ Checks should be made payable to Northeast Miniature Horse Club. Send with this form to

Virginia Gonsalves, 1138 Pleasant St., Raynham, MA 02767

The Rhode Island Driving Club, Inc.

www.ridrivingclub.org

Send membership applications to:Bonnie Jean 100 Monson Rd. Wales, MA 01081

The Rhode Island Driving Club, Inc.

THE RHODE ISLAND DRIVING CLUB, INC., President: Marguerite Tomany - 860-923-3302. Vice President: Cat Luce; Treasurer: Bonnie Jean; Secretary: Christine Bailey.

Name Address

Town State Zip Phone

New Membership ($25.00) Renewal ($25.00)

Green Mountain Horse Association

For membership information on

Green Mountain Horse Association,

visit

www.gmhainc.org

Maine Horse Association, Inc. Membership Application 2012

Type of Membership Requested:

❏ Family: $35.00 / $25.00 if received before March 1st (Includes husband, wife and all children aged 17 & under listed below.) Adult: ____________ Youth:____________ Age 17 & under. Date of birth required below.

❏ Individual: $30.00 / $20.00 if received before March 1st ❏ Individual Life: $250.00

Name_______________________________________________Spouse_________________________________

Address_____________________________________________________________________________________

City_________________________________________________State__________________Zip Code__________

Phone No. (____)_____________________________

Names and birthdates of all children 17 & under:1. _________________________________________ 2. ________________________________________

3. _________________________________________ 4. ________________________________________

Each membership is entitled to a membership card and subscription to the MHA official publication (January 1 – December 31). Return to: Dollie Hutchins, 9 Bauneg Beg Rd., Sanford, ME 04073

Please enclose a check made out to the Maine Horse Association for the following:Membership Fee $________ Total $________

www.mainehorseassoc.com

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Name:_______________________________________________________________________________

Address: _____________________________________________________________________________

City: __________________________________________ State _______________ Zip ______________

Phone Number: _______________________________________________________________________

Do you own a horse?____________________________ Breed_________________________________

Northwest Connecticut Draft Horse Association Membership Application

The Northwest Connecticut Draft Horse Association was formed in 1989 by a group of men (the first night about 40 men showed up, later joined by many females) interested in learning more about and promoting the draft horse. The mission of the group was to inform and educate the general public about the history and use of the draft horse.

The public events sponsored by the club and the many informative programs at club meetings accomplished this mission. The horse owners were happy to get their horses and old-time equipment in front of the public at the many events they spon-sored---a Fall Field Day, now named after two of our charter members who were so instrumental in the early success of the day, Bucky Ballard and Frank Colburn. Sleigh riding always paints such a nostalgic picture and they sponsored many sleigh rallies at both the Goshen and Harwinton Fairgrounds. Now the June “Dust--Off” is added to the list of sponsored events.

The ownership of a horse is not necessary to join the club, just the interest in the draft horse, a desire to make new friends who are also interested in draft horses and a willingness to help out at our events. The annual dues are $20 per person, due each January 1. For this $20 you have one vote on any issues before the club, you receive a newsletter each month, refreshments and a program at each meeting. We also try to hold events for members and guests only at no cost. We have a good time together and draft horse people are friendly and helpful.

To become a member of the NWCDHA send your check for $20 to Treasurer Donna Marciano, 47 Stoneridge Drive, Torrington, CT 06790. We hope you consider joining. We are sure you will enjoy being a member of our club.

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Yankee Walkers, Gaited Horses of New EnglandJulie Dillon, President: [email protected]

Loren Stevens, First Vice President of ME & NH: [email protected]

Ellen Flatley, Secretary/Treasurer: [email protected]

Name:________________________________________________________________________________

Address:______________________________________________________________________________

Phone: ___________________________________ Email: ____________________________________

Year End Award Nominations: Name of Horse: _______________________________________________

Nomination: $12/horse and/or $6/rider x ______________(# of horses and/or riders) = ______________

TWHBEA Reg.#: _________________

Individual or Youth membership $20.00_______________ Family membership $25.00______________

Please make check to: Yankee Walkers, Gaited Horses of New England

Mail to: Ellen Flatley, P.O. Box 1199, Ashland, NH 03217,❏ New❏ Renewal

Membership runs 1/1 - 12/31

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Family/children

Please mail this form with check to: Joanne Cholakis, Treasurer, 23 Beacon Ave, Albany, NY 12203

Saratoga Driving AssociationMembership Form

Dues: Still only $25.00 per year, payable to SDA ❏ New Membership (welcome!) ❏ Renewal

Southern New Hampshire Dressage and Combined Training Association, Inc.

Name ____________________________________________________________________________

Address ___________________________________________________________________________

City _____________________________________ State ________________ Zip ________________

Phone ____________________________ Jr. Rider (under 18) D.O.B. ____________________________

Email ____________________________________________________________________________ Please provide your email so we can provide you with up to date information

I hereby apply for membership to SNHDCTA and enclose payment of $_________. Membership includes affiliate membership to USDF, USEA & The Horsemen’s Yankee Pedlar, newsletters, and reduced clinic, lecture

and SNHDCTA show entry fees. Membership year is December 1 - November 30th. For a full list of benefits visit our website: www.snhdcta.org

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Please Make Checks Payable to: S.N.H.D.C.T.A, Inc.❏ $3 Membership ❏ Main Interest Dressage ❏ Main Interest Combined Training❏ Check here if you are willing to volunteer at club events.❏

Tri-State Horsemen’s Association

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A subscription to the Pedlar is included in memberships. The Pedlar contains our official monthly newsletter of current news and upcoming events.

INDIVIDUAL $30.00 ________________ Anyone under age 18 who is applying for Individual Membership must also list their date of birth below.Family $35.00 _____________ If you are applying for our Family Membership Plan, please list the names of all persons to be included in the family membership and date of birth for each child under age 18.Child’s First/Last Name: Date of Birth:

I have enclosed a check for the amount of: $ ___________________Please mail this form and payment to:TSHA Membership, 948 Ekonk Hill Rd,Voluntown, CT 06384

Tri-State Horsemen’s Assoc. President: Larry Burgess, 860-739-3596; Vice-President: Jackie Cugini,401-949-4340; Secretary: Maegen Manning; Treasurer: Sharon Plante, 860-564-4700

Email Address

Email: [email protected]: 603-696-6042Web Site: www.tristatehorsemen.com

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West Greenwich Horseman’s AssociationMembership Form

WEST GREENWICH HORSEMAN’S ASSOCIATION, INC. OF RHODE ISLAND, President: LuAnn Carpenter-Grafe, 382 Weaver Hill Road, West Greenwich, RI 02817; Vice President: Mike Grafe, 382 Weaver Hill Road, West Greenwich, RI 02817; Treasurer: James R. Hallam, 979 Victory Highway, Greene, RI 02827; Secretary: Marcia Stewart, 127 Robin Hollow Road, West Greenwich, RI 02817.

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Index To Advertisers

New England Dressage Association . . . . . . . . . . . . .45

A & B Lumber Barns . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 155

Center Hill Barns . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .57

Circle B Barns . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .67

Classic Equine Equipment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .53

Clear Span . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2

Morton Buildings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .69

Cornerstone Farm . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 105

Cutler Farm Dressage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .99

Esterbrook Farm . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 113

Fairfield Farm . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .48

Foster Meadow Farm . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .45

Herring Brook Farm . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .27

Nancy Later Dressage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .46

Newbury Farm . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 107

Oak Meadow Farm . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 113

Oliynyk Show Stables . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 111

Quarterline Dressage Farm . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .46

Sarah Geikie Dressage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .45

Scarlet Hill Farm . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .94

Strain Family Horse Farm . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 127

Warren McMullin . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .49

Equestrian Sports Promotions/Iron Spring Farm .43

Sheila Farm . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 129

Post University . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .77

The Bear Spot Foundation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .99

Muscle Magic . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .25

DJ Reveal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 127

Lawn Equipment Parts Co . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .49

Norfolk Power Equipment, Inc . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .71

Gloucester Graphics . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .70

Crown Hay & Feed . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 109

Kent Feeds/Blue Seal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 156

Nutrena Feeds . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7

Poulin Grain . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .65

Purina Mills . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13

Springfield Fence . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .68

Attwood Equestrian Surfaces . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .31

IGK/Northbrook Farms . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .29

Winsor Farm Sales/GGT Footing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5

Alltech Vermont . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .17

Farnam Companies Inc . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .23

Finishline Horse Products . . . . . . . . . . . .10, 15, 83, 154

Smartpak Equine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11, 21, 29

FC Strurtevant . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 117

White Haven Farm . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9

Northeast Farrier Supply . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .74

Champlain Valley Exposition . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .78

Eastern States Exposition . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .77

Great Vista Farm . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .37

Groton House Farm . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .37

Jumper Classic . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4

Lake Placid Horse Show . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .75

Newport International Polo Series . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .76

Pedlar Trail Ride . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .19

Sons of the Wind . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47, 97

Vermont Summer Festival . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 115

Don Ray Insurance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .74

Anastasio Trucking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .63

Sweet Peet of NY . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .25

Arrowhead Farm . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 55,135

Century 21 O’Neil . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 55,135

Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage . . . . . . . 136

EJ Murphy Realty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 137

Equine Properties . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .53

Farms & Barns Real Estate . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 57,134

Freedom Farm . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 136

Ginette Brockway - Keller Williams . . . . . . . . . . . . 135

Jones Group . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 135

Parade Properties . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 137

William Raveis International . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .52

Performance Edge . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 113

Achille Agway . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 124

Aubuchon Hardware . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12

Bedard Farm . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .64

Equine Savings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .39

The Clothes Horse . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .72

Dover Saddlery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3

Eartec . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .33

Professional Choice . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .37

Saddle Shed . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .77

Shire’s Equestrian Products . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .79

Smith-Worthington Saddlery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .25

Spring Garden Farm . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 103

Circle L Trailer Sales . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .63

Lucky’s Trailer Sales . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15

Paul Congelosi Trailer Sales . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .73

The Trailer Depot . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .17

Yered Trailers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 127

Mountain Top Inn & Resort . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .63

Fairfield Equine Associates . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .33

Tufts University . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .33

Horsecity .com . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 121

AssociAtions & clubs

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Feed

bArns/ArenA construction

reAl estAte

HeAltH Products

HooFcAre Products

Horse sHoWs & eVents

breeding/stAllion serVice

MAnure reMoVAl

reAl estAte

Vet centers & serVices

equine MAssAge

FArM equiPMent

Fencing

Footing

insurAnce

sPorts PsycHology

tAck & equiPMent

trAiler sAles & Accessories

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stAble suPPlies

VAcAtion

educAtion & scHools

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The Horse’s Mouth

Dear Mouth,One day in early spring I was grooming my young gelding in his stall when for no reason I could discern, he became highly agitated. He was blowing and snorting and began to move around the stall in an almost violent manner. He would look out of the stall window, then turn around and retreat to the back of the stall, then spin around and do it all over again. I had to get out, as I was afraid of getting hurt. He was acting as if something was threatening his very life, but there was abso-lutely nothing there. No noises, no animals, no big trucks (and anyway, he’s not scared of trucks). This behaviour continued for about 15 minutes then, suddenly, he was calm again. This had never happened before and it’s never happened since. Is it possible my horse is schizoid or just imagining things? Can you enlighten me in any way as to what might have been going on with my guy? Thank you.

Gobsmacked in Gilmanton, NH

Dear Gobsmacked,If your horse was acting as if something was threatening his life you’d best be assured that as far as he was concerned, something was threatening his life. You say there was nothing there, but did you know that with the exception of eyesight—and only because horses don’t have the depth perception—a horse’s senses are much more acute than a human’s. They can hear better, their sense of smell is way more powerful than people’s,

they are exquisitely sensitive to touch (think about how a fly can drive us crazy), and their sense of taste is highly refined (ever tried to slip some Bute into your horse’s feed?). I’m going to take a wild guess at what I think may have been going on with your horse. I see you come from New Hampshire. That’s clue #1. The second clue for me is the time of year: Early spring. I think your young guy smelled a bear. New Hampshire is known for its black bear population and early spring is just when a bear, hungry from a winter of hibernation, might come close to a house or farm looking for something to eat. Even if the bear was a mile away and your barn was down wind of him (or her) your horse could easily have picked up the scent. Every cell in his body would have screamed: Predator! Get away as fast as you can! But of course he couldn’t get away because he was closed in a stall. This would have been very alarming for him, hence the back and forth movement from the stall window to confirm his instinct that something bad was out there, then to the back to retreat from whatever the bad thing was. You were smart to get out of the stall as you very likely could have gotten hurt. But trust me: Your horse is not “schizoid” or imagining things. He is not crazy. There was something there, even if you couldn’t see it, touch it or hear it.

You’ve Heard It StraightFrom The Horse’s Mouth

william green

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