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Novice 3-Day & Training 3-Day in Area IV
|  The Mid-America Combined Training Association is pleased to announce that the 2011 USEA recognized Heritage Park Horse Trials in Olathe, KS will offer both a Training Level 3-Day Event and Novice Level 3-Day Event at their August 27-28th event.
Training Three-Day Event (T3D): Per the USEA rules, T3D is Open to competitors of any age, on horses four years of age or older. Both the competitor and the horse must have obtained NQR's at four horse trials at the Training Level or higher, one of which must be attained as a combination. A competitor established at the Preliminary level may compete on a horse which has obtained 2 NQR's at the Training Level or higher.
Novice Three-Day Event (N3D): At this time, the USEA does not recognize the Novice 3-Day event. The qualification requirements for the N3D at Heritage Park will be announced in early 2011. The N3D will be run in conjunction with the USEA recognized Heritage Park Horse Trials, but is not USEA recognized and therefore competitors will not be able to earn USEA points or use placings for AEC qualifications.
Visit www.macta.info to read more about Heritage Park Horse Trials and the Mid-America Combined Training Event. |
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Eventing Derby Returning to Wayne in 2011
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Following the success of the Maui Jim Eventing Derby series in Wayne, Illinois this past July and August, the format was declared a hit, and an eventing Derby has been scheduled at Lamplight Equestrian Center on April 15-17, 2011. The competition will also again count for IDCTA year end awards. Even though winter doldrums have yet to land in full force, it's always good to have a goal to look forward to. The Derby date precedes the regular USEA Area IV calendar of events and will offer a great opportunity to shake the rust out after a long winter's rest. The footing in the rings at Lamplight will hold up to whatever spring weather conditions the midwest can offer!
The format will be basically the same with schooling/familiarization in the Grand Prix ring taking place on Friday along side a Ride A Test opportunity in front of a USEF judge. In 2011, the organizers have included the Friday familiarization in the entry fee along with two jumping rounds and a competition dressage test on Saturday and Sunday, and three nights stabling. The Ride A Test on Friday will be offered at a nominal fee and will be scheduled. Again, the event will be unrecognized and informal with braiding not required. The only dress requirements are boots or half chaps and breeches, shirts with sleeves, and proper headgear with harness to be worn at all times when mounted. Five levels of competition will be offered - Starter, Beginner Novice, Novice, Training and Preliminary - and cash prizes will be awarded to the high point horse at each level. Horse/rider combinations may compete at two consecutive levels, and horses may compete twice with two different riders.
All entries will go through evententries.com, both on line and hard copy, and credit cards are accepted. A prize list will be out after the first of the year so stay tuned! For information contact flutie@sbcglobal.net.
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John Staples Clinic: December 18/19 Cedar Rapids, IA
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The heated indoor arena at Hunter's Pointe in Cedar Rapids, IA welcomes John Staples for a two day clinic December 18-19th.
John is a USEA Level III Certified instructor as well as an Advanced Level competitor. John was longlisted for the 1992 and 1996 Olympic Teams, and was named as an alternate for the 1988 Olympic Team.
John's training focuses on establishing rhythm, relaxation and straightness to develop a horse who is responsive to the aids, adjustable, balanced and confident. He uses these principles of dressage in all phases of developing the event horse. John is experienced in teaching all types of horses and riders and is able to mold his methods so that everyone has a positive learning experience.
Stabling and entries are limited so call now to reserve your spot.
Contact Laura Rietveld for details
641-780-7970
laura76@wildblue.net
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Jennifer Ohmes Clinic: December 18/19 KC Area
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December 18-19, 2010
Clinic with Advanced Level Event Rider, Jennifer Ohmes.
Come spend your weekend riding with Jennifer and other riders interested in improving their position/technique and communication skills with their horses. Jennifer is an excellent instructor that can quickly pinpoint priorities for you and your horse to correct and improve upon. She works will all levels, competitors and those that do not compete as well as foxhunters.
Date: December 18-19, 2010
Location: Ohmes Farm if weather holds, Gordon Farm (covered arena) if inclement weather. Both farms are easy to access from 10 Hwy in De Soto, KS
Sign up deadline December 8, 2010.
Find out more about Jennifer at www.JenniferOhmes.com
Clinic Form
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Ralph Hill Clinic: March 5/6
| March 5 & 6 RALPH HILL CLINIC
Brand new Feather Creek Equestrian Center, Campton Hills, IL
Space is limited.
Please see the Feather Creek Equestrian website for flier and entry: www.feathercreek.net Or e-mail Feather2404@yahoo.com for more details
Clinic Details/Form
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Jonathon Holling Clinic: March 19/20
| Jonathan Holling Clinic on March 19-20
At Versailles Equestrian, Virgil IL
Contact :Catherine Morauw, 630-802-5519
www.vequest.com
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| Submission Policy for Inclusion in Area IV Newsletter |
| Information for inclusion in the Area IV Newsletter must be submitted to submitnews@usea4.org. The articles must be in news-ready format and attached to the email message in either pdf (preferred) or Word. Items submitted as text within the email message will not be accepted. Showbills/Entry Forms submitted without news-ready formatted text will not be included in the newsletter.
Submission Deadlines are the 15th and the 1st of every month.
Articles will run once unless re-submitted. Articles will be available on the Area IV website and will be included on the Archives page for additional viewing.
Newsletters will be published 1-2x per month dependent upon the volume of news received.
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