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CLINICS NEVADA BUCKS

Some of you have already heard this, but the 2007 Clinic with Stephen Clarke & Linda Zang is ON!!

• April 7 & 8 @ Morven Park• "Training Scale/Judging at all Levels" with Stephen

Clarke "O", Great Britain & Linda Zang "O", USA• National Levels on Saturday and FEI Levels on Sunday

Check out the Charlottesville Chapter’s website for details http://www.vadach.org/ClinicInfo.html.

Details and forms are included on pages 6 - 8.

In an effort to recognize all the hard work our volunteers do for us, we are starting a “volunteer rewards” program in the 2007 membership year. When you volunteer, see a show representative/Board member to receive your NEVADA Bucks receipt. The receipt must be signed by the volunteer coordinator/Board member. Collect these receipts to cash in for clinics or club merchandise.

• 1 Volunteer hour = $5

• 1 Volunteer hour at Recognized Show = $10

Thanks to our volunteers, and we look forward to working with you next year!

Northeast Virginia Dressage Association (NEVADA) NewsletterVolume 7 Issue 2 February 2007

NEVADA AWARDS

Several members won awards for their achievements in 2006. Congratulations to all!

Junior Ribbons

Introductory Level

• Hillary Callis/Ideal’s Diamond 67.860• Leah Clark/Rocket 67.262• Rachael Clark/Dottie West 65.193• Kaitlyn Hand/Ginger4 64.448

Training Level

• Monica Rivara/This Bud’s 4 Me 66.141• Sarah Groat/Dottie West 63.106• Kristina Brown/Pilo In Command 62.698• Liz Hudnall/Golden Affection 62.488• Brittany Scala/Flash Dancer 62.319• Ruth Hedberg/To The Max 60/670• Jen Radcliff/Dr. Seuss 59.032• Carter Aines/Flash Dancer 58.304

Training Level Recognized

• Laura Shackelford/Godiva 60.512

First Level

• Tricia Brennan/Yosimite Sam 62.099

Senior Ribbons

Introductory Level

• Anne Draine/Cassie O’Pia 68.440• Teresa Ponziani/Silver Dragon 61.519

Training Level

• Anne Draine/This Bud’s 4 Me 65.205

Training Level Recognized

• Cheryl Painter/Tjerk 70.710

First Level

• Cheryl Painter/Tjerk 68.234• Barbara Hope/Rocky Mountain High 62.386• Anne Draine/This Bud’s 4 Me 58.540

First Level Recognized

• Debbie Basta/Grom’s Galena 63.135

Medals

Introductory Level

• Silver - Cheryl Painter• Bronze - Tricia Brennan

Training Level

• Bronze -Anne Draine Hillary Callis Leah Clark

First Level

• Silver - Cheryl Painter• Bronze - Tricia Brennan

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NORTHEAST VIRGINIA DRESSAGE ASSOCIATION’S 2006 BOARD OF

DIRECTORS

REMINDERS

President Dr. Angela Stanaway 804/758-2225Vice President Cheryl Painter 757/566-8903State Representatives Cheryl Painter 757/566-8903 Anne Draine 804/769-1115Secretary Barbara Hope 804/435-6822Treasurer Deb Evans 804/580-2397Junior Division Debbie Scripture 804/580-6319Awards Anne Draine 804/769-1115Competitions Cheryl Painter 757/566-8903 Membership Anne Warner 804/436-1710Newsletter Ed. Becky Paquet 804/725-7041

• Test books are available. Contact Deb Evans for these books. 804/580-2397

• Deb has also graciously offered to be the contact person for NEVADA tee shirts and polo shirts. These shirts show our logo on the front, and the long-sleeved tees have a great hoof pattern on the arm. See if you can guess the dressage move that the hoof prints represent. 804/580-2397

NEVADA BOARD MEETING MINUTES

NEVADA Board of Directors meetingJanuary 7, 2007Time: 12:00Place: Christ Church SchoolPresent: Angela Stanaway, Cheryl Painter, Debbie Scripture, Barbara Hope, Deb Evans, Anne Draine

Treasurer's Report• Deb Evans reported a balance of $6,556.58 in checking

account.• A check for $294.00 will be presented to the Junior

division. This represents the proceeds from the October 29 show at Scripture Farm.

Officers for this year were elected as follows:• President - Angela Stanaway• Vice President - Debbie Scripture• Treasurer - Deb Evans• Secretary - Barbara Hope• Newsletter - Becky Paquet• Awards - Anne Draine• Membership - Anne Warner• Ways and Means - Cheryl Painter• Junior Division - Debbie Scripture• State reps - Cheryl Painter, Anne Draine, Angela

Stanaway• Alt: Deb Evans

Tentative Show dates were chosen:• April 15 - schooling show at Carlton Farm

• May 20 - Recognized show at Carlton Farm• June 3 - schooling show at Carlton Farm or Anne

Draine's• July 1 - schooling show at Scripture Farm• July 29 - schooling show at Scripture Farm• September 30 - schooling show at Scripture Farm• October 28 - schooling show at Scripture Farm

Show tests have changed for 2007. Deb Evans will order new test books for members to purchase.

Ann Anala will be secretary for Carlton Farm shows.

Anne Draine will be secretary at her shows.

Deb Evans will be secretary at Scripture Farm shows.

A volunteer coordinator is needed for the Recognized Show.

A motion was made to accept proposed changes to by-laws concerning the changes of the annual dates which were published in last month's newsletter. A vote was taken and all were in favor.

The next meeting will be Tuesday February 20th at 7:00 at Mario's in West Point.

Meeting Adjourned at 12:55.Respectfully submitted,Barbara Hope, Secretary

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SVDA NEW TEST CLINIC

SVDA NEW TEST CLINIC FROM THE JUDGE'S VIEWPOINT

WIth Kay Meredith, Raleigh NC.. Kay's many credentials include: USEF "S" (Senior) Dressage Judge for 30 years, USDF Bronze, Silver and Gold Medalist, Past President and Vice-President of USDF, 1979 AHSA (now USEF) Horsewomen of the Year, 1983 USET member of Bronze Medal team with "Encore" at Pam Am Games in Caracas, Venezuela, 1986 USET member of World Championship team in Toronto with "Encore", USET Top 10 list for 1988 Olympics with "Engarde" and "Dominio", 2001 Region 1 Champion at Grand Prix Freestyle & Reserve Champion at Grand Prix with "Main Event"

The old dressage tests are GONE and now we have the 2007 versions in effect for the next 4 years. If you are planning to show any dressage this year, this clinic will be invaluable for learning how to correctly ride the movements. And what exactly those judges are looking for in order to give you the 7s, 8s and 9s that you know that you deserve!

Come ready to discuss the tests with expert "S" judge, Mrs. Kay Meredith from Raleigh NC.

This is a clinic for auditors. Non-SVDA members are welcome. FEI professional trainers from SVDA will be demonstrating. It will be in a covered riding arena with a regulation size dressage ring.

DATE: SATURDAY FEBRUARY 24th 2007

PLACE: Maturia Farm, Chesapeake VA (Directions on www.gosvda.org)

TIME: 9:00 - 3:30 Lunch break from 12:00-12:45

COST: $15.00 early entry - applications must be received by Friday Feb 16, non-refundable $20 after Feb 16 or at the door Early Entry includes a Barbeque lunch with side dishes, drinks and dessert

BRING: Notebook / pen / chair / blankets and warm clothes.

SEND APPLICATION TO: Kathy Rowse 1468 Peppercorn Lane Suffolk VA 23432 For questions call 617-9505 or email krowse@verizon.net

DEADLINE: must be received by Feb 16 for early entry to apply.

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APPLICATION - FEB 24th JUDGE'S VIEWPOINT / NEW TEST CLINIC with Kay Meredith

Name(s):

Home Phone:

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Email address

I will be attending and am enclosing my $15 non-refundable fee.

Signed:_______________________________________________________________________

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OMNIBUS ORDER FORM

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VADA CLINIC FORMS

Stephen Clarke

! Competed in show jumping and eventing before concentrating on dressage in

the late 70’s.

! Was a successful international dressage competitor on several

different horses

! Reserve for the 1988 Seoul Olympics with Becket

! International trainer who travels throughout the UK and abroad giving

training clinics

! Judged 3 World Cup Finals, 3 European Championships, the Athens

Olympics, and the 2002 and 2006 World Equestrian Games

! Chair of British Dressage’s Judges Committee

! Previous member of the F.E.I. Dressage Committee—heavily involved with

training future F.E.I. Candidate and International Judges

Linda Zang

! Judging for over 20 years.

! Judged 6 FEI World Cup Finals, the 1996 Atlanta Olympics,

and the 1998 and 2006 World Equestrian Games

! Member of USEF Hearings and Licensed Officials Committee

! Chairman of USEF World Cup Committee

! Co-Chairman of USEF International Disciplines Committee

! North American representative for the International Dressage Judges Club

and the International Organizers

! TD for 1999 Pan Am Games, 2004 Olympics, and 2005 World Cup

The Virginia Dressage Associat ion Presents “FROM TRAINING LEVEL TO GRAND PRIX”

The Inside Perspective from 2 World Renowned “O” Judges An Auditor-Oriented Clinic with Stephen Clarke and Linda Zang

April 7 and 8, 2007 Morven Park, Leesburg, VA

Saturday— Training to 3rd levels

Sunday—

4th-FEI levels

Who is this clinic for: Riders—You are the main focus of the mounted teaching sessions. Get the real scoop from 2 “O” judges

Trainers—Help your students learn the requirements of the USEF and FEI tests

Judges—Special break out sessions for L graduates through S judges in this USDF accredited Continuing Education program Discounts for VADA members and volunteers—See the website for

details and a fee schedule

Auditor, judge & rider registration forms, additional details, and clinic

schedules will be available at www.virginiadressage.org

To participate as a rider, contact Alison Head at

lookingglassfarm@mac.com

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VADA Clinic with Stephen Clarke & Linda Zang April 7 & 8, 2007

At Morven Park in Leesburg, VA

Rider Application RIDER INFORMATION Rider Name ___________________________________________________________ VADA Member _____yes _____no If yes: Chapter & membership # ____________________ Address _______________________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________________________ Phone _________________________________ E-mail ______________________________________________ Current regular instructor ___________________________________________________ Other instructors you have previously worked with ________________________________________________________________________ CLINIC FEES – PLEASE DETERMINE YOUR FEE VIA THE LIST BELOW (Note: These are VADA State criteria. Chapter awards do not count.) 2006 VIP Earner _______yes (Muck deposit only) $30 payable to Morven Park 2006 VADA Yearly Award Winner _____yes (Stabling & Muck deposit) $75 + $30 to MP 2006 non-VADA member volunteer at BLMs _____yes $25 +$75 ($100 to VADA) +$30 to MP 2006 VADA Member _____yes $50 + $75 ($125 to VADA) +$30 to MP Non VADA Member ______yes $100 + $75 ($175 to VADA) +$30 to MP NOTE: Stabling fees above are for OVERNIGHT stalls and include night security fees. DAY STALLS are Also available for $35/day or part thereof PLUS $30 muck fee to MP. Day stalls MUST be vacated by 6 PM. All stalls MUST be completely stripped to receive muck fee back. No bedding provided. Bedding can be pre-ordered or purchased on-site for $7 per bag. Please contact Alison Head, lookingglassfarm@mac.com with any stabling questions. HORSE INFORMATION Horse’s Name ____________________________________________ Breed _______________________________ Age _________Height ______________________ Color ________________________ Sex (Mare, Gelding, Stallion) ______________________________________________ Sire ____________________________________________ Dam ___________________________________________ Owner's Name (if different than rider) ________________________________________________________________________

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VADA CLINIC WITH STEPHEN CLARKE AND LINDA ZANG AUDITOR APPLICATION

Auditor Name: ______________________________________________________________

VADA Member: ! Yes-Chapter & membership # _______________________ !No

Address ___________________________________________________________________ Phone _____________________________ E-mail _________________________________

*Judges Card held: (circle) C I S R r *“L” Graduate: !Yes * Please contact Alison Head (lookingglassfarm@mac.com) for Judges/”L” Graduate continuing education information Please check appropriate category: !2006 VIP Earner Both days free

!2006 VADA Yearly Award Winner $10 per day

!2006 non-VADA member volunteer at BLMs $10 per day

!2006 VADA Member $20 per day

!Non VADA Member $30 for 1 day or $50 for both days

Day(s) you will be attending: !"Saturday""""!"Sunday

Total Enclosed: ______________________ make check payable to VADA NOTE: Auditor applications must be received by April 2, 2007 in order to get VADA member discount. Walk-in’s and late registrations must pay full fees. Walk-in’s will be accepted on a space available basis—check www.virginiadressage.org after April 4, 2007 for information. LIABILITY RELEASE AND ACKNOWLEDGMENT OF FINANCIAL I understand that the Virginia Dressage Federation, Inc., its staff, the clinic organizer, volunteers, clinician, facility, facility staff, hosting organization, sponsors or anyone acting on their behalf are not responsible for accidents, damage, injury or illness to the horses, riders, spectators, or any other person in connection with this clinic. By signing this form, I agree to abide by all USEF/USDF/VADA rules and fulfill all financial commitments related to this clinic.

__________________________________________________________________________ Auditor’s Signature & Date Please return this completed form to VADA to be received by the application deadline. Send your original application by mail to: Bettina Longaker, 8246 Open Gate Rd, Gordonsville VA 22942 If you need additional information or have any questions, please contact Bettina at vadvirag@earthlink.net or 540-832-7611

********************************************************************************** FOR OFFICE USE ONLY ! Receipt Confirmed ! Membership Verified ! Selected !Notified !Payment Received !Release Form

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Fancy 6 yr. old Friesian cross mare. She is 16.2+ hands and is a lovely bay with no white. Has been professionally trained in dressage, natural horsemanship, lunging. She has a very sweet temperament and is well mannered for clipping, loading etc. She will not vet clean but is sound at this time. Can send pictures via email. All offers will be considered. Call Bonnie Gruber at (757)267-2031 or email gruberdetroy@macs.net

Advertising Rates for The Arena

Size Issue Year Page Size

Full Page $20.00 $200 7.5w x 9.75h

1/2 Page $15.00 $150 7.52 x 5h

1/4 page $12.50 $125 3.5w x 5h

Business Card $10.00 $100 3.5w x 2h

Classified Ad $5.00 $50

Classified Ads are FREE to all NEVADA members in good standing. For additional information, or to place your ad in a forthcoming issue of The Arena, please contact:

Becky Paquet, Editor via e-mail (bpaquet@wildblue.net) or by telephone (804) 725-7041.

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Erika - Swedish Warmblood princess - Fancy mover, personality plus. See her website: http://mysite.verizon.net/vzepe05v/wd/id19.html

Warmblood for sale. Williamsburg Dressage. 757-566-4777 For further info:http://mysite.verizon.net/vzepe05v/wd/

BOARDING AND DRESSAGE TRAININGat Diana Burton's barn, FEI rider, in Mathewsdrained dressage ring, good pasturage, modern barncall 804-725-2180 oremail Diana_Burton@villagepop.com

REAL ESTATE: It has been 5 years since my husband, Butler, and I, and our children have had the pleasure of settling into our house on the East River in Mathews, and becoming acquainted with our surroundings and with new friends. Having settled in, it seemed the right time to pick up the work again that I had always enjoyed so much in The Netherlands, being a realtor. In fact, I owned a real estate office close to Amsterdam for 30 years. Therefore, in December, I joined the Mathews office of IsaBell K. Horsley, Ltd.

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For Sale or Lease- 1998 Thoroughbred mare, 16h, chestnut, classic TB type, going well under saddle but still green, loves to jump, I just do not have enough time to get her going, can go without riding for months and can get on and go right to work, would do well in Dressage, Hunters or Eventing, great ground manners, would consider a free lease to the right rider/situation, light cribber controlled with a collar, $6500, Angela Stanaway 804-758-2225

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Medal Award Form

Date & Show Name/Location Score Level Secretary’s Signature

1.Rider must submit four (4) scores from four (4) different judges at four (4) different NEVADA schooling or Recognized sanc-tioned shows. Scores from the 2006 competition year and subsequent competition years are accepted.2.This is a rider-only award, Once a medal is earned, the rider cannot receive the same medal in that level.3.Scores need not be earned in one year, but scores can be used only once. Scores from 2006 and after are accepted.4.Scores determine medals; you can earn bronze, silver and gold per level.5.The awards are:• Bronze Award 60.00-64.99%• Silver Award 65.00-69.99%• Gold Award 70+%

Medals will be awarded at the year-end banquet.

Please send completed form to:Anne Draine551 Edgehill LaneAylett, VA 23009

NEVADA MEDAL AWARDS PROGRAM

The NEVADA medal awards program presents medals to riders who receive scores of over 60% at each level. The rules are shown on the form attached to this newsletter.

MEDAL AWARD FORM

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Type of membership (please circle one):Individual (including juniors) $45Family (2 members) $80 each additional member $25Affiliate (if member of another VADA organization) $40 - Affiliate members are eligible for NEVADA awards

Please make checks payable to NEVADA. Our membership year runs form Dec. 1 to Nov. 30.

Member Name (Primary member if applying for Family membership. Please indicate if member is a junior):

__________________________________________________________________________

Parent’s/Legal Guardian’s Name (if Junior): _______________________________________

Birth date (if Junior): __________________________________________________________

Address: __________________________________________________________________

Home Phone: ________________________ Work Phone: __________________________

E-mail Address: ____________________________________________________________

USDF #: ____________________________

Farm Name (if owner): _______________________________________________________

Primary VADA Chapter if Affiliate: _______________________________________________

How would you like to receive your newsletter? (circle one):• E-mail (in color PDF)• USPS Mail

Activities for which you would be willing to volunteer:Schooling Shows Recognized ShowClinics Fall Festival

NEVADA is a chapter of the Virginia Dressage Association (VADA). VADA is a United States Dressage Federation (USDF) Group Member Organization (GMO). NEVADA members automatically become group members of USDF.

Mail with payment to:Anne Warner 1546 James Wharf Road White Stone, VA 22578

NORTHEAST VIRGINIA DRESSAGE ASSOCIATION (NEVADA) MEMBERSHIP APPLICATION

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NEVADA Volunteer Hour Recording Form

Name: _____________________________________________________

Total # of Hours: _____________________________________________

Activity Performed: ___________________________________________

___________________________________________________________

___________________________________________________________

Date: ______________________________________________________

Chairperson Signature:

___________________________________________________________

Please submit to: Anne Draine 551 Edgehill Lane Aylett, VA 23009

VOLUNTEER HOURS

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Becky Paquet

1301 Ridgefield Rd.

Mathews, VA 23109