| NAYRC Through Eyes of Area IV Chef d'Equipe Lei Cluff-Ryan |
 I flew out to Colorado on Monday before the official start to the competition. The horses except for Callie Judy's horse Irish Odyssey (otherwise known as Audie) all arrived before Jon Holling (Team Coach) and I. My first meeting of all the riders, grooms and parents would be during this week, and I have to say that everyone was wonderful and I enjoyed all of you. All the parents did a great job, whenever I needed help, I just asked for it and it happened. Special thanks must be given to Sue Slocum, parent extraordinaire. Sue drove the bulk of the riders and grooms to Colorado, was my main supporter all week, oversaw packing up at the end of a long week, and then drove everyone back. She was on the road for 24 hours. I could write an entire article on Sue's help to the team.
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| XC Safe Riding Clinic at Richland Park |
An invitation to event riders, parents of riders, instructors, and coaches
USEA Area VIII Cross Country Safe-Riding Clinic Monday, August 25, 8 a.m. - 12 noon, the day after the Richland Park Horse Trials
Richland Park, MI, Cross Country Courses
*Presenters: Robin Walker , Leslie Law and Darren Chiacchia
*Demonstration riders/horses from Novice level through Intermediate level
*Content: Explanation, demonstration, discussion of galloping to,
rebalancing for, and jumping over a variety of XC fences appropriate to
each competition level.
*Purpose: Confirmation and improvement of spectators' understanding of and eye for safe and effective XC riding techniques.
*Cost: $15/spectator
Thanks go to Bob and Kay Wilmarth for providing use of their land and
facilities.
For further information, please contact Kate Scheltema at 616-443-0882. |
| Fall XC Schooling Series at Longview Horse Park |
| Mission Valley Pony Club will host cross-country schooling at Longview Horse Park August 17th, September 14th, September 28th, October 5th and October 12th. Longview Horse Park is located in Grandview, MO.
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| Gary Rockwell Clinic: August 29-31 |
Versailles Equestrian is proud to host a dressage clinic with Gary Rockwell on August 29th to 31st.
Gary is on his way to Beijing where he will be a member of the Dressage Ground Jury.
For additional info have a look on the link:
http://www.fei.org/olympics/Officials/Dressage/Pages/default.aspx
We offer a 1-2 or 3 day clinic, don't miss that opportunity to ride with the best!
For additional information, contact Catherine at 630-802-5519 or
Catherine@vequest.com |
| New Johnson County (KS) Plans Lack Equestrian Trails |
| As some may be aware the most recent Johnson County Park acquisitions are currently in the Master Planning Process. Rieke Lake Property, Cedar Niles Park, and Sunflower Nature Park. The Johnson County Parks & Rec Dept and the Architect and Consultants presented initial designs based (according to them) on public input from the first meeting.
Although much public input was expressed at the first meeting regarding the inclusion of Equestrian Trails at The Rieke Lake Property there was no such inclusion in the preliminary design. When questioned about this the response was that there was not enough room to include at this site. The fact is the site is close to 500 acres. Many people think there is ample space for Equestrian Trails.
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| MCPC Offers Schooling D/CT at Longview October 25th |
| Mill Creek Pony Club will host a schooling dressage show and combined test on October 25th at Longview Horse Park in Grandview, Missouri.
The Combined Test will consist of a dressage test and cross-country phase.
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| Calling all Thoroughbreds! |
Many of us love riding Thoroughbreds because of their athleticism, mental quickness, and affordability. Now your TB can win points and recognition through the North American Series and the USDF All Breeds Program awards, sponsored by the North American Thoroughbred Society (NATBS).
"NATBS member horses are instantly on an equal footing with each other," says Nicole Dutzi of Goldolphin Farm in Kentucky. Thoroughbreds and their riders gain recognition for their efforts while competing nationally or locally. And each horse can be rewarded for excelling in the equine discipline that he or she is best at-whether in dressage, barrel racing, jumping, or other events."
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| USEF Updates Eventing Qualifications |
One of the most pressing issues raised at the USEF/USEA Safety Summit held in Lexington, KY on June 7-8, 2008 was the need to tighten qualifications for horse and riders to move up and remain at levels of recognized competition.
The most important changes were to USEF rule EV105 which will become effective December 1, 2008, the rule redefines the establishment of qualifications at Preliminary and above and ensures that horses and riders are consistently qualified, and competent to compete at the level at which they are established.
Once a rider achieves a qualifying result at a level, horse and rider are established (qualified to compete at the level) for the remainder of that calendar year and the following year. Re-qualification will be required when the time period has expired.
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| Brad Hall Clinic: August 30-31 |
Want to get a really good schooling in before the Queeny Park Horse Trials? Come join Brad Hall and all your eventing pals for his clinic at Queeny Park Saturday and Sunday August 30 & 31.
This will be your last chance to play on the cross-country course, with fabulous instruction, before it closes in preparation for the Horse Trials!
Brad Hall is a wonderful instructor who gives a lot of confidence and great skills to everyone who attends!
Don't wait, space is limited and the closing date is August 26!! Sign up now!
Elise Vandover
Organizer, Queeny Park Horse Trials
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| Volunteers Needed at Heritage Park |
 MACTA Work Days:
August 16/17
9am - 3pm
Heritage Park.
Help is needed to prepare Heritage Park for the upcoming Heritage Park Horse Trials. There will be fences to move, so if anyone has a front end loader (or forks) on a tractor or bobcat type of machinery we could use that, or trucks to help move jumps. Many jumps also need repainted or stained. The electric cords will need to be set up on stalls for fans (ie. power strips, etc.). The wash stall needs repaired/fixed and various other jobs. A few weed whips would also be welcomed! Thank you!
Volunteers for the weekend of the event (August 22-24) are also needed. If you're able to spare even just an hour, we are happy to have you!
Visit www.macta.info for more information about MACTA and the upcoming Heritage Park Horse Trials, Adult Team Challenge and Training Level 3-Day.
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Congratulations to the Area IV Young Riders who competed at the 2008 North American Young Riders' Championships in Parker, Colorado in early August.
