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Vol. 3, Issue 09               e-Rider             Wednesday, 21 February 2001

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Rider of the Week

Allyson Johnston and Staquel Welch, of Hampton, NB. At fifteen years old, "Sasha" is having a nice retirement after many years of showing. She is expecting her first foal in January 2002. 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  

Western Valley Equestrian Association presents an all breed Youth and Adult Clinic with Patti Carter, April 21 & 22 , 2001

Patti has a training program for Youth, Amateur, and Open All-Round horses. She coaches Youth and Amateur riders.  She is an N.C.C. P. certified level 3 coach.  Her students have won Congress tittles and many Provincial All-Round year end awards. Her personal goal is to encourage her students to enjoy their journey to becoming all-round effective horse people. More about this exciting clinic...

CEF American Saddlebred & Saddle Seat Equitation Judge's Clinic

On February the 25th, 2001, an American Saddlebred and Saddle Seat equitation judge's clinic will be held at the Travelodge Hotel, 925 Dixon Road, Etobicoke, in conjunction with the American Saddlebred Association of Canada's annual general meeting which is scheduled for February the 24th. More on the clinic...

Our First Photo Caption Contest!

We're getting some terrific entries in our first Photo Caption Contest! A small sample includes: "OK. 8, 9, 10. Here I come, ready or not!" "I really am lost!!!!" "I told you I'm going that way!!" "Well fine then. If you're not gunna move, then I'm not gunna move."  Check out the rest and submit your suggestion!

Scott Hofstetter and Karat Top Field of 45 to Win $50,000 Rio Vista Grand Prix at Ocala Winter Festival

Hofstetter said eight-time Canadian Olympian Ian Millar advised him on his strategy for the jump-off. "Ian said, 'If you want to win, you must leave the jumps up'. I thought I was going around quickly, but I had the time faults. But it worked out perfectly because then Tracy thought she had to go fast. She had a rail at the fourth jump and pulled him up." More on the event...

Sweepings...

I'm an osteopath in Bridgewater, NS. I am looking for horses suffering from navicular disease/condition to try a different method of treatment involving no invasive procedure, but only hands-on work. This is at NO cost to you as I am in the very beginning of this research. Interested? Curious? Contact Dr. Pierre J. Bachand: docpierre@yahoo.ca or 902-527-2662

What's new at your barn? In your region? We would love to hear about what's going on! Share your sweepings by sending them to donna@atlanticrider.com! 

Costantini Talks Internationally - Reining’s Future Is Bright Around The World

Talk for a few minutes to former National Reining Horse Association President, Frank Costantini, and you’ll find that new milestones are being reached almost daily when it comes to reining’s progress on the international front! According to Frank, one looming accomplishment, internationally, is expected to come in April at the Annual Federation Equestre Internationale meeting, which will be held in San Francisco and hosted by the American Horse Shows Association. More on the future of reining...

This Week's Featured Classifieds

Sahib ibn Khaled, brilliant black with a white star, born 24 May 1995, 15.3 hh. Brought from Germany two years ago, he is out of the Hadban Enzahi bloodline and has one of the highest levels of bloodlines - straight Egyptian. Sire: Khaled el Assuad, International and multi-champion of Europe. Bloodlines of Saglawi Gidran, Kasr el Nil, Tuhotmos, Nazeer, Moniet el Nefous, Morafic, Hosna. His athletic body, exceptional movement and perfect conformation are some of his main characteristics. Beautiful typey head, big dark true eyes. This exotic looking stallion is broke under saddle, friendly, very intelligent, gentle and behaves well with mares. He passes these features to his foals. SCID clear. We can hardly wait for his offspring in 2001! Stud service is limited. Classic Arabian Horse Breeding Ltd: class@classarab.com or  902-345-0528 (Cape Breton, NB)

Ansata El Ibriz 1988 grey stallion, son of the highly acclaimed Ansata Halim Shah. Beautiful, athletic, and bold-moving with a gentle and friendly disposition. Siring foals with his extreme typiness and good sense. Transported semen may be available. Call for information and breeding fees. Visitors are always welcome. Canaancroft Arabians: nancy.bourque@ns.sympatico.ca or 902-757-0388 (Burlington, NS)

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.

Wellington's Holly Hayes Vies for 5th Consecutive Circuit Championship

Holly Hayes, of Wellington, FL, is in contention for her fifth Circuit Championship aboard a stable full of hunters here at the 2001 Cosequin Winter Equestrian Festival.  Hayes, 25, partnered with the chestnut gelding, REGALL, placed second out of a total of 16 in today's Regular Conformation Hunters. More...

More from the 2001 Cosequin Winter Equestrian Festival

Upcoming Events

February 24:    Equine Sports Massage Demonstration with Debbie Goodwin. 10:00 am - 12:30 pm. Saddlebrook Stables, Moncton. Cost is $30+ HST, pre-registration required. 506-383-4676

February 24 - 25:    Dressage Clinic with Susan Fraser, CEF Level III Coach. Hosted by Baie Verte Horse Club in Baie Verte, NB. Contact Bonnie: 506-538-2868

March 1:    Musquodoboit Valley Horse and Pony Club meeting nights have been switched to the first Thursday night of the month. 7:00 - 8:30 pm at the Musquodoboit Valley Forestry Complex, adjacent to the new Elementary School. Contact Sandy Higgins: 902-384-2092.

March 3:    NSDS  and Bellfounder Show Committees meet in Truro. NSDS: Sherman Donkin: 902-893-3264.

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.

Janzen and Vinton to Compete in Dubai Endurance World Cup

Six riders will represent North America in the 2001 Dubai Endurance World Cup, formerly known as the World's Most Preferred Endurance Ride. In addition to the two Canadians, four riders from the United States have also been invited, including two-time World Champion, Valerie Kanavy. Approximately 90 riders in total are expected to take part in the 130 km marathon event held over desert conditions. More about Canada's competitors in this prestigious event...

Stallion Focus Continues...

Our focus on stallions will continue throughout the month of February. Please contact us for details: donna@atlanticrider.com. 

Canadian Equestrian Federation Announces 2000 Award Winners

The winners of 2000 Canadian Equestrian Federation National Awards were recognized during the annual CEF Convention at the Awards Banquet held Saturday, February 10, 2001, in Ottawa, ON. Congratulations to the 2000 CEF National Award winners!

Horse Quote for the Week

"When your horse has reached his potential, leave it. It's such a nice feeling when you and your horse are still friends."
~ Dr. Reiner Klimke, Olympic dressage gold medallist for Germany

NRHA Derby Spotlight Sale

The National Reining Horse Association’s annual Futurity sales reached new records in 2000. In the NRHA Futurity Prospect Sale the highest-ever 2-year-old reining prospect price was paid for Starlight N Lena. The Grays Starlight son out of Shanda Lena by Doc O’ Lena, consigned by Randle Tune and Larry Sullivant, was purchased by Lorenzo and Gabrielle Burke of Santa Fe, New Mexico for $127,000. According to the new owners, Starlight N Lena will return to the Oklahoma State Fairgrounds with Arizona trainer Randy Paul for the 2001 NRHA Futurity. More on the sale...

Horses in Unexpected Places

The National Post reports that "Horses seized again by SPCA." The February 17th issue of the newspaper contained the following report:
Officials have seized 32 retired race horses from a farm where a similar seizure occurred less than two years ago. The Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals initially grabbed the horses in March, 1999, and nursed them back to health, over nine months. The horses were returned to Jacques Beausoleil, the owner, who has denied abusing them. Mr. Beausoleil was found guilty of criminal negligence on Dec. 6, 1999, and fined $500. He was allowed to repossess his horses."
Should Mr. Beausoleil be allowed to own horses? Join our discussion to voice your opinion!

 

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