e-Rider

Vol. 2, Issue 41               e-Rider             Wednesday, 18 October 2000

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Rider of the Week

Jennifer Weeks and Chico's Maid For Me, is our recognized team this week. Jennifer hails from New Brunswick and provided a gorgeous photo of her riding her horse. Rider of the Week.

We would love to have your suggestions for Rider of the Week. Please submit a photo and a description of the team you are nominating. This can be done by mail to: PO Box 7305, Riverview NB E1B 4T9 or by email: donna@AtlanticRider.com  

NBEA Presents Stallion Evening
Saturday, October 28th

Over twenty stallions will parade down the 'runway' at Harbour Station in Saint John, NB from 4:00 to 6:00 pm. Non-profit and commercial booths will be present, with the doors opening at 2:00 pm. Admission is only $5 for this exciting event. Breed and participation information.

GMC Columbus-Area Dealers Make a Difference and Make-A-Wish Come True

A 14-year-old leukemia patient will be one step closer to her dream of riding horses in Hawaii when she arrives at the All American Quarter Horse Congress on Sunday, October 22nd. More on this story...

Sweepings...

Nick Valentine, of Hants County, NS, is working with internationally renowned reining rider and trainer Francois Gauthier. Nick is Assistant Trainer at Gauthier's Sunny Pines Farm in Lucama, near Raleigh, North Carolina. Nick is currently helping to prepare horses at the All American Quarter Horse Congress where Gauthier recently placed third in the Senior Reining 1st Go riding Don Quintara. You can learn more about Sunny Pines Farm (and see Nick's picture) by visiting the Sunny Pines website.

Check out your provincial 'Sweepings' on the website. We would love to hear the local news from your area! Please email to donna@atlanticrider.com. 

Saint John Rider Chosen to Ride in National Symposium with Conrad Schumacher

Erin Shaw, of Saint John, has received an invitation from the National Dressage Athlete Development Committee to ride in the National Symposium with Conrad Schumacher. There will be nine riders in the Toronto Venue (Newmarket York Equestrian Centre): three FEI Juniors and six CDI-level horse and rider teams. Erin and "Zack" were selected based on their 2000 Show Season scores and their performance at the International Dressage Competition in Blainville, Quebec in July. More...

This Week’s Featured Classifieds

For Sale:    New rubber stall mats. 4' x 6'. Laurie Appt: seaglow@nb.sympatico.ca or 506-488-2311 (Fredericton, NB)

Sharam, is an eight-year old chestnut gelding. He is 3/4 Arabian. He has basic dressage and jumping training. At 15.2 hh he would be great for Pony Club or 4-H. $3500. Paul Hubley: 902-765-4549 (NS)

For Sale:    Western show saddle. $800. Western show bridle with tom thumb bit & chain. $130. Western show breastplate. $100. Western synthetic saddle. $200. Western working one-ear bridle. $30. Western working chaps (beige). $60. Ladies cowboy boots. Size 7. $25. Jayne Wood: jaywood@pei.sympatico.ca or 902-621-0757 (PEI)

Wanted to buy:    Horse 16 + hh. Preferably warmblood or warmblood cross, hunter/jumper training a must. Must have three nice gaits. Gelding preferred. Ages 5-10. Color is not important. Maximum price $5000. Dwan Street: dstreet@thezone.net (NF)

The rest of our more than 450 classified ads.

Non-commercial classifieds are free (including pictures!) to residents of Atlantic Canada! We also offer great rates for commercial ads! Advertisers: please be sure to let us know (via phone, email, or fax) when you sell (or obtain) the advertised item.

MQHA Futurity Results

Check out the results from all of this year's MQHA Futurities: Weanlings, Yearlings, Lunge Line & Pleasure!

Rugged Lark's Story

Black Beauty, My Friend Flicka, and National Velvet built memories that shaped our lives. You can help a young person in your life experience the joys and wonders of horses with America's Super Horse, The Story of Rugged Lark. More information on the book, and purchasing information.

Upcoming Events

October 21:    North Stream Farm Tack Shop's Annual Christmas Preview, 9 am - 5 pm!
Showcasing the new items for the season as well as winter wear for horse and rider. Christmas is such an exciting time in the shop - they have been busy selecting new gift items and tack. Door prizes and more!

October 21:    Turning Point Stables hosts the Second Annual Judged Pleasure Ride, Browns Flat, NB. Rain or shine. Entry fee is $25 for the 17 mile ride. Contact Donna Lee Cole: jdc@nb.sympatico.ca or 506-468-2098

October 21:    Camden Stables Fall Fun Ride from 10:00 am - 3:00 pm at 2425 Camden Rd, Truro, NS. This year we're pleased to support the United Way - the $5 entry fee will go to the Colchester United Way. This scenic 18 km trail ride goes rain or shine with a focus on safety and a fun, friendly atmosphere. Bring your own lunch, but there's always a potluck supper after the ride. Ann: 902-890-4926 or Jackie: strider-@go.com 

October 21-22:    Eventing Clinic sponsored by the PEI Combined Training Association at Strathgartney Equestrian Park, PEI. Clinician is Rob Stevenson. Stadium on Saturday; Cross-Country on Sunday - following the standard format for Rob's clinics. Entry deadline: Tuesday, October 17th. Susan Dohoo: sdohoo@upei.ca or 902-894-4597

October 21-22:    Sue Fraser Dressage Clinic hosted by Baie Verte Horse Club. Further information: 506-538-2868.

Complete events listing.

We would be happy to include your horse-related event in our free listing. Email the information to: donna@atlanticrider.com or phone 1-800-431-5888.

Germany Wins the 4th Nations Cup Final

The competition was very open right from the beginning: after the first round, it was very tight, the scores being : 7 pts for Great Britain, 8 pts for United States, with four teams right behind the leaders, Germany (10 pts), The Netherlands and Italy (12 pts), Belgium (13 pts). Placed 7th after the first round, Ireland made a real come back finishing 4th thanks to the clear rounds of Dermott Lennon and the American based Irish rider, Kevin Babington. Roberto Arioldi (L.P. Paprika de la Loggia) and the American Molly Ashe (Kroon Gravin) made the only double clear rounds of the Final. Before the last rider started his round, the scores were very close and three nations were still able to win this world title. All the pressure was on Norman Dello Joio for America, who finished clear. However, this was not enough to obtain the title, as just before him, Ludger Beerbaum had ridden a perfect round. More on the Nations Cup (including a link to photos and video).

Horses in Unexpected Places

This week's horse in an unexpected place is Blackhorse Corner, PEI. A monument (which was erected in 1964) bears the following inscription: "Derived the name from the Black Horse Inn situated on this spot and operated by Thomas Tuplin during the early 1800's." The top of the monument depicts - you guessed it! - a black horse. Photo.

 

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