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Dear Fellow BVD Members,
Our hearts go out to all members of our local communities who were impacted by the recent floods. If you and your horses were among those affected, please let us know if you need anything that fellow BVD members might be able to provide. Donations are also being accepted by the Colorado Horsecare Food Bank at www.horsefoodbank.org.
On a happier note, congratulations to all of you who competed in Championships last month! Whether or not you made it to the awards ceremony, you are all winners for qualifying and attending the show.
Please plan to join us for our next meeting on Thursday, October 17th at Beth Geier's house. This is an important gathering, as we will be choosing our delegates for the RMDS Board of Governor's meeting in November. As one of the largest RMDS chapters, Boulder Valley Dressage can have quite a bit of influence over the decisions made at the BOG meeting. If you would like your voice to be heard, this is your opportunity.
Another opportunity open to Boulder Valley members is to attend the USDF Instructor Workshops this month (see below for details). Whether you are an amateur rider, or a trainer, this is a great chance to learn from the sidelines. Boulder Valley members who attend will receive a 50% discount on the auditing fee in the form of a BVD educational rebate ($45 maximum).
Finally, don't miss the USDF Junior/YR clinic with George Williams at Autumn Hill. We are so lucky once again to be hosting him in our neighborhood.
Sarah Barnes
President, Boulder Valley Dressage
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Submitted by Julie Barringer-Richers
Ridden by Morgan Fleming
Owned by Greta Vowell (née Barringer-Richers)
Admired by many!
Mac and Morgan were this years RMDS PSG Jr/Young Rider Champions. All of us from Dressage Pacifico and Wild Rose Farm at Autumn Hill IEC are so proud of of them. Morgan, who is now 17, has ridden Mac for about 6 years, while a working student, first for me and now for Greta.
Mac, who is now almost 26 years old is, what I like to call, a real "Renaissance Man, oops, I mean 'Horse'". He has not always had the easiest body to deal with, but his 150% "try his best" attitude has made him an absolute joy to work with. I know that Morgan, and Greta before her, both feel so blessed to have had the opportunity to ride and learn from this very special horse.
This was Mac's final Championships show and we are looking forward to his official retirement party next year. We hope you will all be there to help us honor him!
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The Stanley Park Fairgrounds in Estes Park played host to 25 junior dressage riders for the USEF Dressage Seat Medal Finals, held August 17-18 in conjunction with the Paragon CDI. BVD Member Sophie Nasrullah, a student at Monarch High School, earned 3rd place in the 14-18 year old division (78%) with her own11yr old Oldenburg gelding, Deveryk.
Congratulations Sophie!
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photo: Kathleen Bryan |
Extra! Extra! Read all about Local Riders!
Devon Wycoff & Sadie Lahey bring home medals from North American championships
CU-Boulder sophomores excelling in dressage
Daily Camera Article By Sarah Kuta
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University of Colorado sophomore Devon Wycoff rides her horse Power Play.
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Talia Hershaft and her horse, Westfalica were on the Bronze medal winning Young Rider Team (with Devon) and placed in the final top 15 after the Freestyles.
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Laine Collins and her horse, Superstar, were on the Region 5 Junior Team, which placed 7th out of the 12 teams!
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Laine & Superstar photo: Kathleen Bryan
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TROPHY RETURN TIME in preparation for
BVD YEAR END AWARDS
It's Almost Time to Return Those BVD Perpetual Trophies!
November 1st is the deadline to return all BVD Perpetual Trophies to the BVD Awards Chair, Julie Barringer-Richers.
1). Please be sure that the trophy is clean.
2). Wrap the trophy carefully in the packing material provided to you when you received the trophy.
3). Place the trophy in the labeled plastic container that it came in--be sure that it is packed in a way that will not allow it to move around too much.
Please contact me by email and let me know how you would like to deliver your trophy to me.
Thanks very much,
Julie Barringer-Richers
BVD Awards Chairperson
jabr57@gmail.com
720-341-5033
ATTENTION!
It is important for all riders, owners etc. to check their scores for accuracy. The year-end awards depend on that.
Adult amateurs must send a copy of their AA staus to the Central Office as well as having provided it at the shows.
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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 (volunteer form)
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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Free USDF Educational Resource
USDF Members can take advantage of this free educational resource offering a wide variety of articles, videos and downloads to assist you in your dressage journey. Log-on, set-up your personal account and begin!
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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 rmds@rmds.org.
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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DATE CHANGE:
Mark your Calendar and please plan to join us!
Thursday, October 17th
6:30 PM
Home of Beth Geier
2942 Park Lake Drive
Boulder 80301
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Thank you to all of the BVD Members who volunteered at The USDF Region 5 and
RMDS Championships
September 19-22, 2013.
If you are applying to earn a RMDS Scholarship, your volunteer hours at these Championships will count toward your volunteer requirement. Document your hours with this form and submit to the RMDS Central Office.
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USDF Junior/Young Rider Clinic with
George Williams
at Autum Hill in October
October 26-27, 2013 Autumn Hill IEC is pleased to, once again, be hosting the 2013 Platinum Performance / USDF Region 5 Jr/YR Clinic with George Williams!
Autumn Hill is looking forward to having Mr. Williams conduct this clinic, during what we hope, will be a beautiful time of the year in Colorado! Auditors are welcome, and encouraged, to attend.
We look forward to seeing everyone at Autumn Hill for this incredible educational opportunity!
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RMDS Annual Board of Governors Meeting and
RMDS Awards Banquet
Mark your Calendar and please plan to join us!
November 9, 2013
If you are interested in serving as a delegate representing our BVD Chapter at the BOG Meeting, please e-mail Sarah Barnes, BVD President
Watch the RMDS website for information about reservations coming soon!
Both Meeting and Banquet will be at the Renaissance Hotel - 3801 Quebec Street, Denver MAP
ATTENTION! It is important for all riders, owners etc. to check their scores for accuracy. The year-end awards depend on that.
Adult amateurs must send a copy of their AA staus to the RMDS Central Office as well as having provided it at the shows.
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USDF INSTUCTOR TRAINER WORKSHOPS
Auditors Welcome
USDF workshops will be held for instructors and trainers at Phantom Hill Farm in Ft. Collins. Space is limited, Applications will be accepted on a first come first serve basis. Application October 12-13, 2013 Teaching - Training-1st Level October 14-15, 2013 Longeing - Training-1st Level March 15-16, 2014 Riding Training-2nd Level May 3-4, 2014 Refresher Training-4th Level Auditor space is unlimited.
BVD members can receive 50% of the auditing fee back ($45.00 maximum) when they pay for and attend the Instructor Workshops
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Although Show Season has come to and end for 2013, please check the RMDS Calendar for a variety of clinics and other upcoming events:
RMDS Calendar
RMDS Show Entry Form
The USEF has implemented the Dressage Rider Tests Program. The Dressage Rider Tests are available for use by riders at Training, First and Second Levels.
USEF statement about the new 2013 Rider Tests
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
Click on the + after the initial calendar entry on any date to view a drop down list of the additional events scheduled for that day.
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 |
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Book a 2013 portrait sessions or purchase a gift certificate...
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For questions regarding membership and/or questions related to the entry of RMDS Sanctioned shows, please direct your inquiries to rmds@rmds.org
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Thank you!
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