e-Rider

Vol. 2, Issue 34               e-Rider             Wednesday, 30 August 2000

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In this issue of e-Rider

Take a fall vacation to a horse-lovers' extravaganza! Top clinicians, great shopping, and the exciting Pfizer Fantasia! EquineTours offers you the opportunity to travel to Equine Affaire in Springfield, Massachusetts in comfort and style. Travel dates are November 8-12 with departures from Halifax and Moncton. Packages include travel, admission, and accommodations (including breakfasts) starting at only $599 (Cdn). Reserve your seat today! See www.EquineTours.com or call 1-800-431-5888 for details.

Rider of the Week

Rebecca MacKeigan and "Tigger", of Cape Breton. Tigger (aka. Silent Partner) belongs to Rebecca's Great Aunt Flora Gardiner. Five-year old Rebecca and Tigger enjoy walking and trotting around the ring under Flora's watchful eye. 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  

Sweepings...

Congratulations to Jason Routledge of Hampton, NB. Jason won the prestigious Showmanship Challenge $2000 added in Sorel, Quebec at the President's Circuit on July 28-30. It is open to Professionals, Amateurs, and Youth. There were 33 competitors from Ontario, Quebec, New York, New England, and the Maritimes.

We would love to hear the local news from your area! Please email to donna@atlanticrider.com. 

AtlanticRider.com Show Results

Canadian Three Day Eventer Bruce Mandeville Heads to Olympics

Bruce Mandeville of Guelph, ON, has replaced Kelli McMullen-Temple of Toronto, ON, as one of two Canadian representatives in the individual three day event competition at the 2000 Olympic Games in Sydney, AUS. McMullen-Temple's horse was deemed unfit for competition at the final inspection on August 18th.

Vinton and Janzen Compete at World Championships

Riding a 100 mile course through the Compiegne forest, Vinton finished 27th in a time of 12:11:21 riding Valinor Park Armistice.  Janzen, who placed ninth at the 1998 World Endurance Championships, was 39th in a time of 13:08:33 riding Bio de Cazes. More on the World Championships.

This Week’s Featured Classifieds

Vigil Dancer, seven-year old registered Morgan mare. Mahogany bay with faint star. 15 hh. Exceptional mover. Trained - spring 2000 training with Herb Best of New Glasgow, NS (reference). Needs experienced rider. Proven broodmare. Photo. $6500. Jenny Thomas: liberty@fox.nstn.ca or 902-564-0589 (Albert Bridge, NS)

I am an eighteen-year old looking for a possible job opportunity in the Atlantic Provinces. I am willing to travel to any of the provinces; boarding would be appreciated. I have been riding since I was nine, trained my own horses at age 11 for the show ring. I have shown successfully, always in the ribbons, in English, Hunter/Jumper, Western, Reining... just about everything. You name it, I've ridden it! I have never taken riding lessons, but have learned on my own. I am a quick learner, hard working, and working with young horses is my forte. I prefer working with high-spirited or green broke horses. Dwan Street: dstreet@thezone.net (Bonavista, NF)

One male donkey. Nine-years old. Very kind and gentle. Broke for harness and saddle. Great for kids. $500. Catherine Taylor: taylorca@nbnet.nb.ca or 506-278-3852 after 9 pm. (NB)

Special Lad, seal brown, blaze, no socks. 15.3 hh, two-year old. This colt is going to mature 16 hh +. He is just being started, nice to work with. His sire is a Hannoverian and his dam is a Morgan cross. Special will make a great hunter or jumper. He has lots of power in his stride. $3500. Jeannie: oceanbreeze@pei.sympatico.ca or 902-436-7185 (PEI)

The rest of our more than 400 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.

Notices of Complaint Against CEF

The Canadian Equestrian Federation (CEF) has heard two Notices of Complaint, one filed by Tricia Dahms of Rocky Mountain House, AB, and one filed by Bruce Mandeville of Guelph, ON.  Both complaints were filed and heard as per the CEF Dispute Resolution Policy for Elite Athletes. More on the complaints.

Points of light - Who inspires you? Vote for your favorite Silver Spur finalist

Horses make good heroes, don't they? If there were ever any doubt about that, there's not now. Not after AQHA received nearly 200 nominations for this year's MD Barns Silver Spur Award. The award recognizes an American Quarter Horse who has made a significant
impact on the lives of others and who epitomizes AQHA's slogan of "Let Freedom Ride." More on the Award and profiles of the finalists.

Upcoming Events

August 27 - September 1:        Kennedy Stables Children's Residential Riding Camp, Bloomfield, NB. Lynn Kennedy: 506-832-4823.

September 2:    Paint & Quarter Horse Breeders Show, Venture Stables, PEI. Contact Charles & Angie MacDonald: 902-964-2379

September 2:    Maritime Grand Prix Jumper Association Show. Medford Meadows, Canning, NS. Contact Lorraine Rawlins: 902-798-4234

September 2:    Regional Pony Club Dressage and Show Jumping Championships, CNHP Grounds, Truro, NS. Contact Carollyn Crewe: crewe@istar.ca. 

September 2-3:    Broadleaf Big Bucks Bonanza $7500 Team Penning at Broadleaf Guest Ranch. Contact Wendy Hudson: 506-882-2349

September 2-3:    NS Morgan Horse Show (Class 7). MacMillan Show Centre, Bible Hill, NS. Featured events: Investors Group Weanling Sweepstakes on Saturday morning and  Showcase on Saturday evening. Contact Lucy LeBlanc: 902-639-2909

September 2-3:    Atlantic National Exhibition (ANE) Hunter/Jumper Show, Saint John, NB. Contact Deanna Phelan: 506-357-8229

September 3:    East Coast Riding Club Summer Millennium Show Series 2000 at Maple Oak Stables. Contact Danny: 902-465-4244

September 3:    Team Cattle Penning at the River Ranch, Coldbrook, NS. Pointed by the WNSTCPA. Registration 9:30 - 10:30 am. Penning starts at 11:00 am. Contact 902-678-1698

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.

Complete events listing.

Transition Task Force Makes Recommendations for October AGM

For 2001, the Task Force recommends an allocation of 65% of governance cost to the Sport Division, 25% to the Breeds & Industry Division and 5% each to the Recreation and Provincial Divisions respectively.  This formula could be subject to change in future years.  The Task Force recommended changes to the current CEF financial reporting system to
enable a review of shared revenues and expenses at year-end. More on the Task Force Recommendations.

Horses in Unexpected Places

Seeing-eye.... horses!?! The Guide Horse Foundation in North Carolina is training miniature horses as guide animals for the blind. The minis are taught to walk along side a person, guide through traffic, and generally perform all the duties of a seeing-eye dog. The horses are house-broken and outfitted with 'tennis shoes' for traction and to muffle the noise of their hooves on tile floors, etc. Janet Burlson, the trainer, suggests that their longevity (30-40 year life expectancy) makes minis better candidates for the job than dogs. Each horse undergoes 6-18 months of intensive training, then a month of training with the prospective owner before moving to its new home. Truly an unusual job for horses!

 

 

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