e-Rider

Vol. 4, Issue 2               e-Rider             Wednesday, 30 January 2002

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Atlantic Rider of the Week

This week: co-Riders of the Week!
Emily Sullivan & Gay Bar Dee Bar, Jason Routledge & Barpassers Irishmist
placing 1st and 2nd in the Mac's Showmanship Challenge at the Firecracker's Circuit in Skowhegan, Maine in July 2001. Jason was High Point Youth for the MQHA in 2001 and Melanie was Reserve. Melanie is from New Glasgow, NS and Jason is from Hampton, NB.  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  

2001 Recipients of Foxwood Hill Scholarship Announced

"This year's decision was extremely difficult as there were many excellent and worthy applications received," noted past Chair of the CEF Eventing Athlete Development Committee, Martha Griggs. "Thanks to the scholarship sponsor, John Rumble, owner of Foxwood Hill Farm, for his efforts to encourage up-and-coming young riders." Who are the recipients?

National Eventing Committee Names International Technical Advisor

Equine Canada's (formerly the Canadian Equestrian Federation) National Eventing High Performance Committee has named legendary American three-day event rider and coach James Wofford as its International Technical Advisor. Wofford, a five-time winner of the U.S. National Three-Day Event Championships, is an accomplished coach of
international event riders such as Karen and David O'Connor and Canadian Stuart Black. Learn more about Wofford...

Sweepings...

Lynn Kennedy of Kennedy Stables would like to congratulate the following students on passing their Rider Level 1 test held January 5th.  Linda Clark was the examiner.
Helen French of Saint John
Stephanie French of Saint John
Ashley Gillies of Belleisle
Andrea Isaacs of Quispamsis
Melissa Pierce of Bloomfield
All 5 candidates had scores in the 90's.  Good work!

Got news? Share it with us by sending to donna@atlanticrider.com! 

New FEI Dressage Tests

Equine Canada (formerly the Canadian Equestrian Federation) has been informed that the FEI Dressage Committee has
recently approved a number of changes to the FEI dressage tests. Some of the tests have been revised, others have been completely redrafted, and some are new tests that are being introduced for the first time. The details...

Canada to Host First Ever FEI Regional Dressage Championships

From July 17-21, 2002, Blainville will be host to the first ever FEI Dressage Championships of The Americas (DCA). The DCA will be unique in the format and team composition. The FEI has approved official team competition at four levels: Grand Prix, Advanced, Young Riders and Juniors. Curious? Find out more...

The Best of the Forum

I just started Dressage this fall/winter and it is the most fun thing to do when your riding flat! I think everyone should tell people how fun Dressage is! :)

There are some great responses already! Read them and add your own!

Wrangler Signs On Again As East Coast Barrel Racing Sponsor!

The East Coast Barrel Racing Championships, to be held May 18th & 19th at the Valley Horse & Saddle Club grounds in Bairdsville, NB,  are pleased to announce the  2002 support of Wrangler.  In conjunction with North Stream Farm Tack Shop of Fredericton, Wrangler has agreed to once again provide 20X jeans, hat stickers, T-shirts, and banners for the 2002 Championships! More on this exciting event...

Featured Classifieds

1988 Wylee four horse trailer, new brakes and wiring, new tires, rubber mats, removeable dividers, hay rack, tack compartment. Some rust and jack needs repair, good working condition. $3000 (NS)

Five-year old bay mare, 12.2hh. Loves people! Ridden extensively on trails and started with ring work. Will cross bridges, and water. Goes anywhere! No spook!!! Road safe, leads, loads, stands and trims with ease. Safe and sound. Not at all contrary!!! Going western, ridden by 11 and 3 yr old. Real nice conformation with correct feet and legs. Nice small head. Show pony potential for sure. Come and try her yourself! $1000 (NB)

I would like to get a fairly young horse to be trained for all aspects of western riding. 15-16.2hh. I would consider partial trade for a 15hh gelding. Trained English and Western by myself and has competed successfully in both. (NF)

For these and more classified ads, visit our new classified system!

Upcoming Events

February 16-17:    Sue Fraser Dressage Clinic, Baie Verte, NB. Call Bonnie for details: 506-538-2868.

February 23-24:    Hunter/Jumper clinic with Certified Course Designer, Mac McQuaker of Schomberg, Ontario at Fall River Stables. Baby green to 4' plus welcome. Plenty of stabling available. $150 includes both days. No fee to audit. Clinic will be filled on a first-come, first-served basis. Sponsored by Sport Horse Brokers: 1-800-705-7278.

February 23-24:    PEI CADORA Judges clinic with Sue Rothgeb. Contact Cindy Matheson: 902-892-8537 or Ron Stewart: 902-569-2827.

Complete events listing.

We're happy to promote your Atlantic Canada horse event by listing in e-Rider and on our events page. Simply email the information to: donna@atlanticrider.com or phone 1-800-431-5888.

2002 Show Jumping Short List Named

The Jump Canada Selection Committee has named its Short List for 2002. The top 10 short listed riders are those who have accumulated the best four scores in Jump Canada Series classes in 2001. The final 10 riders, listed alphabetically, were chosen, at the discretion of the Selection Committee, based on their 2001 performances at Grand Prix level competition. The list...

Horse Quote for the Week

A horseman is one who not only rides (although some fine horsemen do not ride at all) but also seeks to know the horse - its nature, needs and management - and feels a deep responsibility for his horses, the care they get, and the life they lead.
~ Susan Harris, in George H. Morris, The American Jumping Style.

There are lots of great horse books available from the front page of AtlanticRider.com! Order yours today!

Jump Canada Announces 2002 Talent Squad

The Jump Canada National Talent Squad Series is a means of recognizing up-and-coming riders who are preparing to enter the grand prix ranks and demonstrate the ability to become future members of the Canadian Equestrian Team. Check out the list!

Horses in Unexpected Places

And you thought your saddle was expensive?!? Roy Rogers' famous saddle with matching chaps and spurs sold recently for $670,000 (US). The saddle contains 1400 ounces of silver, 136 ounces of gold, and 500 Czechoslovakian rubies. The saddle, crafted in 1931, took six months for sixteen silversmiths to complete. The man who bought the saddle says it is a Valentine's Day gift for his wife because he feels that his love for her is similar to Roy Rogers' love for wife Dale Evans. Check out the saddle and other memorabilia at www.royrogers.com! 


 

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