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Dear Fellow BVD Members:
Welcome to Spring - Colorado Style! Boulder Valley Dressage got off to a good start with a fun and educational Spring Fling weekend at Singletree Farm. Thanks to Jan and all the folks at Singletree, our great group of volunteers, BVD show staff (especially Beth Geier and Jeannette Hillery), Julie Haugen (ride-a-test judge) and Jessica Greer (show judge) for putting on another successful event.
Coming up in a few weeks, on May 18th at Autumn Hill, Boulder Valley Dressage members have a great opportunity to ride with FEI judge Sandra Hotz at the BVD-sponsored ride-a-test featuring the new USEF Rider Tests. While we hope riders will try-out the new tests, you may sign-up to ride any test of choice and receive direct feedback from Sandy, with the opportunity to practice elements of your test under her expert eye. Boulder Valley Dressage members receive a substantial discount -- the fee is only $20. Non-members are welcome to sign-up as well. See the Show Season Resources below for information and to register for this event.
Our next chapter meeting is June 10th at my house. Everyone is welcome to attend -- we'd love to have you join us!
Have a great ride,
Sarah
Sarah Barnes
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Nicole Donohue
In my 10 years of volunteering for Boulder Valley Dressage and RMDS, I have seen the good, the bad, the ugly, and every possible variation of Murphy's Law - whatever can possibly go wrong, will go wrong, sometimes in bizarre and hilarious ways. But it usually all works out!
I have had the opportunity to work with, and learn from, many wonderful people and horses, while learning all the ins and outs of running horse shows.
I served for two years as the Boulder Valley Dressage President, have volunteered in every position at both BVD and RMDS shows, and work every year as barn manager for the Paragon CDI show in Estes Park and the RMDS Championships.
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Nicole with Hank, owned by Kathie Hibbard
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To put my experience to use and to fill a niche in the equestrian community, I am starting my own farm sitting business, feeding & caring for horses (cats, dogs, goats, aardvarks, zebras....) when owners need to travel for work, or take that much needed vacation. I understand the importance of placing your animals, especially horses, in the care of someone you can trust, who understands their needs.
I am currently without a horse of my own, but volunteering keeps me connected to what I love - horses and the people who love them.
On behalf of BVD we'd like to thank Nicole for her years of volunteer service.
Please look for Nicole filling one of the volunteer roles at the shows you attend this season, and let her know you appreciate her, too!
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Top Reasons to Volunteer this Season
Make new friends!
Learn new skills!
Volunteers are eligible to enter win prizes!
You could win the Patti Taylor Memorial BVD Volunteer of the Year Award !
For a description of the positions available click here. No experience necessary, we will train you!
Ready to sign-up? e-mail us at bvdrsvp@gmail.com and we'll put a show manager in touch with you!
We look forward to hearing from you!
Thank you!
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USEF Dressage Rider Tests
Ride-a-Test May 18
Autumn Hill International Equestrian Center
Registration Details Closing May 10th
BVD So Long Summer Show September - August 25th Sextant Farm Prize List Find info about all RMDS, shows, clinics and events via the link below and find prize lists an detailed information in your RMDS Omnibus: RMDS Calendar RMDS Show Entry Form The USEF has implemented the Dressage Rider Tests Program for the 2013 competition year. The Dressage Rider Tests are available for use by riders at Training, First and Second Levels. USEF statement about the new 2013 Rider Tests
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USDF REGION 5 YOUTH AND ADULT
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Tomora Training Center, Greeley, CO
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EVERYONE IS WELCOME -- BEGINNER TO ADVANCE!
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This event provides an opportunity for youth and adults to compete in a team-like atmosphere, and encourages camaraderie and support for youth and adults competing at any level. USDF/USEF rules apply.
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______________ We invite you to participate, attend and support the many multi-discipline events, clinics and horse shows in the greater equine community. Find 2013 scheduled opportunities via the link below: 2013 Multi-Discipline Show Calendar
Further details about discipline specific events listed can be found at the following:
Rock Mountain Dressage Society
Mountain States Eventing Association Colorado Hunter Jumper Association |
BVD Members and Friends,
Our E-Newsletter allows you to access our webpage via direct links found at the top of the newsletter. Many forms and resources are included in the body of this E-Newsletter and can be accessed by double clicking where highlighted and/or underlined. We hope you find these links to be a convenience. It is our goal to keep you informed so that you may enjoy the benefits of being a BVD Member.
Be sure to add bvdrsvp@gmail.com to your address book to assure that you will continue to receive our newsletter and other related BVD communications. Feel free to forward this newsletter to friends that you feel may benefit from receiving our newsletter. Non-members may sign up to receive our newsletters via the link in the 'Stay Connected' area on the right of this newsletter, and previous issues may be viewed via the BVD Newsletter Archive link.
Keep us up to date... if you have changed your mailing address or e-mail address please let us know by e-mailing Beth Geier.
Thank you for your valuable membership and participation in our club. We look forward to a great year riding and showing in 2013!
Happy Riding!
BVD Volunteer Board of Directors
Sarah V. Barnes, President
Stephanie Margulis, Vice President
Kathie Hibbard, Secretary
Beth Geier, Treasurer
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Member Input
Questions? Comments?
Member News? Ads?
We welcome your input, suggestions and contributions to include in our newsletter and share with our membership.
Please direct inquiries regarding Boulder Valley Dressage and the BVD
For questions regarding membership and/or questions related to the entry of RMDS Sanctioned shows, please direct your inquiries to rmds@rmds.org
We look forward to hearing from you!
Thank you!
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Mark your Calendar and please plan to join us!
WHEN: June 10th, at 6:30 PM
WHERE:
Home of Sarah Barnes
2394 Rose Court
Louisville, CO 80027
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Youth Connection Corner
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2013 RMDS Junior/Young Rider Dressage Camp
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Tomora Training Center, Greeley, CO
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RMDS JR/YR Dressage Camp is open to any RMDS junior/young rider that is at least 10 yrs of age or older. Participants will camp in tents and we will spend four busy days together making new friends, riding with top local trainers, learning from area horse experts and riding in a schooling show.
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Camp Costs: $375 per camper (This includes stabling, meals, lessons, activities and schooling show entry). Campers must provide their own: horse, tack, transportation/trailering, horse feed and bedding, and human cots/bedding. A $175 deposit is required for pre-registration.
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Camp Questions: Julie Haugen 970.290.8360
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Print Registration Form
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USDF REGION 5 YOUTH AND ADULT TEAM COMPETITION
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Tomora Training Center,
Greeley, CO
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Find info and Prize List under Show Season Resources in Left Column
USEF Dressage Seat Medal Program A program for junior riders under the age of 18. Riders compete in designated Dressage Seat Medal Semifinals classes, held at each of the nine annual Great American/USDF Regional Dressage Championships. The top two riders in each division (13 and under, 14 to 18) qualify to advance to the annual USEF Dressage Seat Medal Finals, held at a major USEF licensed/USDF recognized dressage competition in the late summer. The top two finishers in each Medal Finals division are named national champion and reserve champion.the year's Dressage Seat Medal Finals. The finals will be held at Paragon CDI3*-Estes Park, CO August 2013 Click Here to find information resources
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Please visit our newly updated website via the links built into this newsletter or by clicking
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Owner, Horse and Rider must be members prior to the show test / ride for scores to count toward BVD Chapter and RMDS Year end awards and qualifying for RMDS Championships!
Join or Renew
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By Julie Barringer-Richers, BVD Awards Chair
Did you know that BVD has an extensive list of awards that are presented each year at our annual banquet and awards ceremony to members of BVD? view list
Do you know the requirements you and your horse need to meet so that you are eligible for year-end awards?
learn more
Are you interested in sponsoring a Special Award or a Horse of the Year Perpetual Trophy for a division that does not yet have one? find out how
If you have additional questions or would like to sponsor an award, please contact Julie Barringer-Richers, BVD Awards Chairperson via e-mail
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YOUR HORSES
Horse Show Photos &
Portraits
by Kathleen Bryan
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click image to view website
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Book your 2013 portrait sessions and reserve your horse show dates in advance* with Kathleen!
(970) 689-9546
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Stay Connected
 
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Advertising
Classified advertising available for individual or business BVD members.
Promotional ads for businesses featuring Website and FB links also available. Please direct advertising inquiries to Payment must be received in advance of ad placement.
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