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<strong>Dallas</strong> <strong>Dressage</strong> <strong>Club</strong><br />
Transitions<br />
The <strong>Dallas</strong> <strong>Dressage</strong> <strong>Club</strong> is a Group Member Organization of the United States <strong>Dressage</strong> Federation<br />
Volume 4, Issue 7 <strong>July</strong> <strong>2003</strong><br />
DRESSAGE FITNESS: PART 2 - THE<br />
HORSE (HELPING YOUR PARTNER)<br />
By Linda and Whositz Kenner<br />
After extensive equine dentistry<br />
(performance float) and modest shoeing<br />
changes, my devoted dressage partner<br />
Whositz was struggling in the canter<br />
work—a subtle change and difference in<br />
his usual performance ability, but not an<br />
obvious “call the vet” situation.<br />
What was happening How could I<br />
help him to be more comfortable To<br />
prevent developing additional physical<br />
problems To avoid associated resistance<br />
evasions or connected behavioral issues<br />
The dressage partnership between<br />
horse and rider develops over time<br />
through communication, cooperation,<br />
teamwork, shared experience, trust and<br />
understanding. Physical, mental and emotional—spiritual<br />
connections are formed<br />
creating that desired harmony. Riders<br />
need to be considerate and aware of their<br />
equine partners during the training process.<br />
It is important to recognize, evaluate,<br />
and understand the horse’s physical status,<br />
mental and emotional condition. As in a<br />
parent—child relationship , the rider is<br />
the responsible party--even if the “equine<br />
SUV” does have a mind of it’s own, unlike<br />
the automotive version being driven to the<br />
stable. The goal is to keep the horse feeling<br />
as good as possible and happy.<br />
The Horse’s Physical Condition<br />
The physical status of the horse encompasses<br />
many factors including the following:<br />
1-general health maintained<br />
by individualized management<br />
involving—<br />
appropriate, quality nutrition<br />
and supplements delivered on<br />
schedule, fresh water always<br />
available, safe and comfortable<br />
stabling and/or pasture residence,<br />
regular horse shoeing,<br />
routine veterinarian care<br />
2-level of condition relative<br />
to training requirements,<br />
work schedule and changing<br />
performance ability--exercise<br />
by turn-out, lunging, in-hand<br />
work, cavaletti, professional<br />
training rides, lessons, informal<br />
rides (hacking)<br />
(Continued on page 7)<br />
Held at Noble Champions Sport Horses, this<br />
clinic is dedicated to the continuing education<br />
of DDC adult members in dressage theory and<br />
practice. Whether a rider or auditor, each<br />
participant will gain valuable knowledge from<br />
watching, listening and feeling—gaining a<br />
greater understanding for the true art of dressage.<br />
J. Ashton Moore, USAE ‘ S‘ Judge, Grand<br />
Prix trainer and competitor , USDF L Judge<br />
Faculty member, author, and breeder of Dutch<br />
Warmbloods.<br />
Deadline: <strong>July</strong> 12th, Application on page 9<br />
APPLICATION DEADLINE: JULY 28TH!!<br />
Region 9 Location: StarGate Sporthorses,<br />
Argyle, TX<br />
IN THIS ISSUE<br />
5 CALENDAR OF EVENTS<br />
6 MEMBER’S CORNER<br />
8-9 DDC ADULT CLINIC WITH<br />
JEFF MOORE & APPLICATION<br />
10 YR CLINIC WITH CESAR<br />
PARRA—LESSONS LEARNED<br />
13 DDC “MEDALS” SCHOOLING<br />
SHOW RESULTS<br />
14 NATIONAL NEWS<br />
15 USDF WALTER ZETTL CLINIC<br />
APPLICATION<br />
19 DANCING WITH A SUCKED<br />
BACK HORSE<br />
20 FILLING IN THE BLANKS...<br />
24 REGION 9 DIRECTOR<br />
31 CLASSIFIED ADS
Transitions, <strong>July</strong> <strong>2003</strong> Volume 4, Issue 7<br />
BOARD OF DIRECTORS<br />
PRESIDENT (02-04)<br />
Frances Luse<br />
Auntiefrancie@att.net<br />
972-524-7157<br />
VICE PRESIDENT (02-04)<br />
Jennie Bohart<br />
jbohart@attglobal.net<br />
817-421-0404<br />
SECRETARY (02-04)<br />
Debbie Stucker<br />
stuckers@mindspring.com<br />
972-771-7228<br />
TREASURER (01-03)<br />
Vacant<br />
MEMBERSHIP (02-04)<br />
Susan Sturdivan Brownlee<br />
brownl468@aol.com<br />
972-226-0366<br />
AWARDS, MEETINGS &<br />
EVENTS (01-03)<br />
Pauline Jaroscewicz<br />
athenapj@attbi.com<br />
817-267-5487<br />
ADS, PROMOTIONS &<br />
SPONSORSHIP (01-03)<br />
Sandy Holcomb<br />
mariahsmanor@texoma.net<br />
903-364-0973<br />
PUBLICATIONS (01-03)<br />
Dana Pendergraph<br />
Pinnacleequestriancenter<br />
@earthlink.net<br />
903-451-5199<br />
Committee Chairs<br />
Schooling show committee<br />
Lynn Lipford<br />
lynnlipford@earthlink.net<br />
940-365-9610<br />
Recognized show committee<br />
Barbara Lewis<br />
lewis_16881@msn.com<br />
903-866-3122<br />
Jr/Young Rider Committee<br />
Michelle Cavanaugh<br />
unbridledsaddlery@hotmail.com<br />
214-369-3369<br />
Professional Advisor’s Chair<br />
Sue Malone-Casey<br />
<strong>Dressage</strong>horizons@aol.com<br />
972-318-3305<br />
USDF<br />
Region 9<br />
Texas, Oklahoma, Louisiana,<br />
Mississippi, Arkansas<br />
CHANGES OF ADDRESS, PHONE NUMBERS AND EMAILS,<br />
SEND TO:<br />
SUSAN STURDIVAN-BROWNLEE<br />
DDC MEMBERSHIP OFFICER<br />
522 EAST TRIPP ROAD<br />
SUNNYVALE, TX 75129<br />
PHONE: 972-226-0366<br />
EMAIL: BROWNL468@AOL.COM<br />
NEWSLETTER CONTENT &<br />
ADVERTISING RATES<br />
Transitions is a publication of the <strong>Dallas</strong> <strong>Dressage</strong> <strong>Club</strong>, a non-profit, taxexempt<br />
corporation under Section 501(c)3. Subscription to Transitions is a benefit<br />
of DDC membership, through payment of annual dues.<br />
DDC members are encouraged to submit articles and advertisements, to newsletter@dallasdressage.org<br />
in electronic MS Publisher compatible format, file extensions<br />
.doc, .rtf, .ppt, .pdf, .gif, .jpeg, or .tif file; clear hard copies are also acceptable<br />
but must be scanned, which may result in loss of clarity. Publication deadline is the<br />
20 th of each month. Payment for advertisements must be received by the editor<br />
before newsletter goes to print.<br />
Advertising monthly rates are as follows: Discounts are offered on all ads at<br />
the following rates:<br />
Full page $25 3 months 5%<br />
3/4 page $20 6 months 10%<br />
1/2 page $15 12 months 20%<br />
1/4 page $10<br />
Business card $ 7<br />
Horse/Tack/Equipment/Misc Classified ads are free for DDC members. Limit 3 per<br />
month, Services classified ads are $5 per month. Classified ads will be published<br />
for two months, unless otherwise requested or renewed.<br />
Please make your check payable to the DDC and mail your ads & payment to: DDC<br />
Newsletter Editor, c/o Frances V. Luse, 112 Forrest Creek Lane, Terrell, TX<br />
75160<br />
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Transitions, <strong>July</strong> <strong>2003</strong> Volume 4, Issue 7<br />
President’s Message<br />
Last month I was so very eloquent—this month, well, I’m at a loss for what to say.<br />
Much is going on in our lives, the nation, the world. Amid it all we try to ride, improve our<br />
selves and our horses, and if time permits, manage the <strong>Club</strong>. Unfortunately, our treasurer<br />
Doreen Atkinson needed to resign due to a medical crisis within the Atkinson household. Doreen,<br />
her husband Ed, and children, certainly want and need your prayers. Doreen, Ed, you’re<br />
in our hearts and minds daily.<br />
And still, the work goes on… Barb Lewis has graciously stepped forward to fill in<br />
Doreen’s shoes as <strong>Club</strong> Treasurer—transferring records from Aubrey to Winnsboro took a bit<br />
of logistical coordination. In the absence of other nominees, Barb will run for Treasurer at the General Membership Meeting—<br />
concurrent with the Jeff Moore clinic (LUNCH!).<br />
Speaking of the treasury—the board of directors met on Memorial Day to develop a budget for <strong>2003</strong> (a bit late, but better than the<br />
past few years—when no budget was conceived). We’ll vote on the final document at the <strong>July</strong> 8th board meeting. Important to keeping<br />
the <strong>Club</strong> in the “black” are sponsorships for the Recognized Shows and the newsletter. Not having the near $4,500 per year (printing &<br />
postage) drain on the treasury for the newsletter is certainly a boon.<br />
Sponsorships for the Yellow Rose Festival have been coming SLOWLY. It’s as if the “war” put everyone in a holding pattern—<br />
traditional sponsors have dropped out or failed to commit as of prize list publication date. Without said sponsorships, DDC will need to<br />
either raise fees (not desired), eliminate educational opportunities (cannot do it—our 501 c (3) demands them) or skimp on year end<br />
awards, etc. Sandy Holcomb (our Ads, Promotions Chair) is hopeful, as am I, that sponsors will step forth, despite these uncertain economic<br />
times.<br />
Did I say General Membership Meeting Yes, we’re having<br />
one— planning it concurrent with the Jeff Moore clinic has<br />
advantages and disadvantages—will it improve attence at the<br />
clinic Will clinic attendance improve numbers at the meeting<br />
The meeting snuck up on us (we needed to plan it and the Spring<br />
Show simultaneously ). If the meeting is a bust on <strong>July</strong>26<br />
(noon), then we’ll announce a pool party in August at the<br />
Brownlee’s in Sunnyvale and report from the Region 9 meeting<br />
as well. With that said, I’m out of room—so drink more water,<br />
stay cool and survive the heat as you ride. Frances<br />
August <strong>2003</strong><br />
Foal Pictorial<br />
Send or email photos of your dressage sporthorse-to-be<br />
to the Transitions Editor—<br />
newsletter@dallasdressage.org… Let’s continue<br />
the tradition of sharing the joy and fun of<br />
BABIES!<br />
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THANK<br />
YOU<br />
DR CESAR<br />
PARRA,<br />
MICHELLE<br />
CAVANAUGH<br />
AND THE D.D.C.<br />
On May 30, 31, High Ridge Farm proudly sponsored a <strong>Dallas</strong> <strong>Dressage</strong> <strong>Club</strong> Young Riders clinic<br />
with Dr. Cesar Parra of Piaffe Performance. Dr Parra so generously donated his time and teaching<br />
to further the Young Riders in their riding skills and their understanding of the fundamentals of<br />
<strong>Dressage</strong>. Dr. Parra brought not only his worldly training knowledge and his successful showing<br />
experience to the Young Riders but also his enthusiasm and love of the sport. All the kids went<br />
away with a better understanding of "what it takes" to be riding at the top and the encouragement<br />
from Dr. Parra that they can all get there with hard work. We want to extend a BIG TEXAS<br />
THANK YOU to Dr. Cesar Parra.<br />
We at High Ridge Farm also want to thank Michelle Cavanaugh for all her effort to make this<br />
clinic a success. Great Job Michelle!<br />
The Young Riders are-left to right. Clair Darnell, Valerie Becker, Michelle Cavanaugh (DDC<br />
YR Chair), Kacey McClain, Dr. Cesar Parra, Jacqueline Glazer, Elizabeth Day, Andreanna<br />
Stucker, Chelsea Braman.
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JULY <strong>2003</strong><br />
8 DDC Board Meeting (open to all members), Olive<br />
Garden, Town East Crossing, Mesquite, 7pm, contact<br />
Frances Luse, auntiefrancie@att.net<br />
12-13 Lyndon Rife Clinic at Woodbine Farm, Copper Canyon,<br />
Texas. Go to www.woodbinefarmllc.com/clinics.htm for<br />
registration form and more information, or call 940-206-<br />
5756.<br />
12-13 Advanced Young Rider/Junior Clinic with Gerhard<br />
Politz, College Station, TX. Contact Meg Flemming,<br />
megflemming@austin.rr.com<br />
14-16 USDF Instructor Certification Workshop—Lunging.<br />
Instructor—Sarah Geike. Austin, TX. Contact Linda<br />
Pryor—lindypony@yahoo.com<br />
15 DDC Yellow Rose Opening Date. Send entries to<br />
www.showsecretary.com<br />
19-20 Meg Flemming Clinic and Pot Luck. Whispering Winds<br />
Training Center, Quinlan, TX. Contact Debbie<br />
Lavallee at dlavallee@sprynet.com or 903-356-2100,<br />
www.whisperingwindstraining.com<br />
26-27 Windy Knoll Summer <strong>Dressage</strong>, Magnolia, TX, contact<br />
Judith Hackney, 281-356-2883<br />
26-27 DDC Adult Clinic with Jeff Moore, Noble Champions,<br />
contact Elizabeth Jeter for info and application.<br />
janedoemom@yahoo.com<br />
26 DDC General Membership Meeting, during lunch<br />
break of Jeff Moore clinic. Election of <strong>2003</strong>-2005 board<br />
members, including Treasurer. By-law changes/votes;<br />
BOD member annual reports. For information contact<br />
president@dallasdressage.org<br />
28 Rider Application Deadline to USDF Offices—Adult Clinic<br />
with Walter Zettl, Argyle, TX. Www.usdf.org for<br />
more information<br />
AUGUST <strong>2003</strong><br />
2-3 Region 9 Summer Meeting, The Woodlands, TX. Kat<br />
Kyle, 830-589-2707, region9dir@usdf.org<br />
9-10 Silver Hill Sport Horse Breeders’ Extravaganza I & II,<br />
Austin, TX, contact Jan Colley, 512-267-5990, JTColley@aol.com<br />
12 DDC Board Meeting (open to all members), Las Colinas<br />
Equestrian Center, Main Ring View Room, 7pm, contact<br />
Frances Luse, auntiefrancie@att.net<br />
16-17 Lyndon Rife Clinic at Woodbine Farm, Copper Canyon,<br />
Texas. Go to www.woodbinefarmllc.com/clinics.htm for<br />
registration form and more information, or call 940-206-<br />
5756.<br />
30-31 Meg Flemming Clinic and Pot Luck. Whispering Winds<br />
Training Center, Quinlan, TX. Contact Debbie<br />
Lavallee at dlavallee@sprynet.com or 903-356-2100,<br />
www.whisperingwindstraining.com<br />
SEPTEMBER <strong>2003</strong><br />
6 DDC Free Junior Riders Clinic, location Southern<br />
Comfort Farm, Aubrey, TX, lessons by DDC’s Advanced<br />
Young Riders Andreanna Stucker & Chelsea<br />
Braman (recently returned from studying in Germany).<br />
Contact Michelle Cavanaugh for more information:<br />
YoungRiders@dallasdressage.org<br />
6 Topsider <strong>Dressage</strong> II, College Station, TX. Ginni<br />
Cifelli, 979-690-6788<br />
6-7 San Antonio Fall Show I & II, Contact Betty McMahan,<br />
830-249-9219<br />
6-7 Arkansas <strong>Dressage</strong> Fall, Maumelle, AR, Tracy Kemp,<br />
tnkemp@aol.com<br />
13-14 DDC Yellow Rose Festival I & II, Las Colinas<br />
Equestrian Center, www.showsecretary.com,<br />
contact Barb Lewis, recognizedshows<br />
@dallasdressage.org<br />
20-21 <strong>Dressage</strong> at Silver Hill I & II, Austin, TX. Jan Colley,<br />
512-267-5990. jtcolley@aol.com<br />
27-28 September CEDAR TRACE <strong>Dressage</strong> with Friends I &<br />
II, College Station, TX Dorothy Mikeska, 979-764-<br />
0904, wrvet@aol.com<br />
27-28 USDF Adult Clinic with Walter Zettl, Stargate Sport<br />
Horses, Argyle, TX. Contact Marsha McCleney at 859-<br />
271-7877, or mmccleney@usdf.org<br />
OCTOBER <strong>2003</strong><br />
4-5 Windy Knoll Fall <strong>Dressage</strong> Show, Magnolia, TX Fran<br />
Dearing, franwkf@webtv.net<br />
Oct 29—Nov 3 ABIC/USDF Region 9 Championships, Katy,<br />
TX Lloyd Landkamer, 612-810-3445, Llandkamer@aol.com<br />
NOVEMBER <strong>2003</strong><br />
15-16 Le Bon Temps I & II, Folsom. LA. Kimberly Keller,<br />
(504) 861-0637. lebontemps2002@yahoo.com<br />
DECEMBER <strong>2003</strong><br />
3-7<br />
16-17 Whit Watkins <strong>Dressage</strong> Clinic, To be held at Silver Hill<br />
Stables, Austin, Tx. Contact Cean Embrey,<br />
embreyo@aol.com, 512-267-1774 . Visit the CTDS website<br />
www.centexdressage.org for information and forms.<br />
30-31 HDS Laborious Day Shows I & II, Lone Star Expo Center<br />
at the Montgomery County Park Fairgrounds, Conroe,<br />
TX. Contact Julie Harkness, 281-351-1477,<br />
info@toplinestables.com<br />
USDF Annual Convention, Fairmont Hotel, <strong>Dallas</strong>, TX<br />
contact USDF—www.usdf.org or phone 859/271-<br />
7875<br />
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Transitions, <strong>July</strong> <strong>2003</strong> Volume 4, Issue 7<br />
DDC Member’s Corner<br />
Renewals & New Memberships<br />
Interested in joining or recruiting for our team Please contact me at brownl468@aol.com and we can get the information<br />
and schedule to you to get involved! Susan Sturdivan-Brownlee<br />
NEW Members:<br />
Mary, Brown, Kristin Cyprus, Cherye Callagan, Nancy E. Thomas, Louise Nolff, Annika Lindqvist, Erin L. Shanahan,<br />
Carrie Wood , Liz Day , Suellen Hogue , Lauri McCabe , Suzanne McDonald , Barbara Bond , Teresa Deeter , Angel<br />
Ozer , Wayne & Ann Stockstill , Bre Dorsett , Lyndon T. Rife , Janet Laboda , Anthea Kin , Cheryl Hobbs , Jessica<br />
Yellow Rose Festival<br />
September 13-14, <strong>2003</strong><br />
Opening Date: <strong>July</strong> 15, <strong>2003</strong><br />
Closing Date: August 16, <strong>2003</strong><br />
DDC’s “BIG SHOW” is fast approaching — the Yellow Rose Festival is only 2 1/2 months away! This year our Judges<br />
will be:<br />
Brenda Minor ‘S’, M Ruthven ‘S’, Joan McCartney ‘S’, and Bobbie Paulk ‘R’<br />
We hope to continue with the Yellow Rose Extravaganza—the FEI and Freestyle classes entered on Saturday will be<br />
held in the evening —proceeds benefiting EQUEST therapeutic riding center. Additionally, we’ll hold our 2nd Annual<br />
Silent Auction on Saturday which will also benefit EQUEST. Get your donations together. The Silent Auction raised<br />
nearly $500 for EQUEST last Fall.<br />
In 2002, we had a record number of vendors present at the Yellow Rose Festival. We hope to continue this tradition<br />
in September. We would like to see more spectators at this event, and creating a small “trade fair” would encourage<br />
people to come out and watch. Additionally, we’ve planned a “horse show dog talent contest. So many of us bring<br />
our dogs along with to the shows. Now we can “show off” our dogs’ skills as well as the horse’s. More information<br />
including time/date will be published in the show program.<br />
Advertising and Sponsorship Opportunities are available—the show Program will go to print on/about September<br />
1st—contact Sandy Holcomb (mariahsmanor@texoma.net) for more information.<br />
Basic advertising rates are: Full Page—$55.00. The Inside Front/Back and Outside back cover may cost more.<br />
Half Page—$45.00<br />
Quarter Page—$30.00<br />
Business Card—$20.00<br />
Sponsorships are encouraged and help support DDC—enabling us to continue providing great trophies/awards and<br />
beautiful ribbons. Class sponsorships run $75.00 - and Ribbon sponsorships $25.00.<br />
Raise Money for DDC—While You Shop!!!<br />
How Easy Can it Get DDC has enrolled in two new programs sponsored by national companies which generate income passively—<br />
1) Back in the Saddle Catalog : DDC will get 7% commission of online sales that go though our link. i.e. they have to go to<br />
the BITS website via our link to be counted. Our webmaster will soon be working out the link details—but if you shop at BITS—click in via<br />
www.dallasdressage.org and help fund out clinics, awards, and year end banquet!<br />
2) Farnam: DDC will get points for every proof of purchase barcode seals from any/all Farnam products. Some<br />
products earn more points than others such as Continuex, Thermaflex and pastewormers. Send your barcode seals to:<br />
Sandy Holcomb (Ads Promotions Chair) - 10165 CR 534,Whitewright, TX 75491 .<br />
Sandy will forward the barcodes to Farnum—they must go through DDC’s representative for the club to get points.<br />
If you used the Albertson’s Community Partners card—that program has changed—To participate you must go on-line to<br />
WWW.SCHOOLPOP.COM and register. (this program raises money for DDC’s Jr/YR programs) - Key Info you’ll need -<br />
Organization—<strong>Dallas</strong> <strong>Dressage</strong> <strong>Club</strong> Junior Yong Riders, Frisco, TX ID: 0619069<br />
Do these programs make a difference YES!! Since January <strong>2003</strong>, the Kroger program has generated $146.00, Safeway $72.00 and Albertson’s<br />
$30 (likely lower due to new criteria described above). DDC can easily raise $500 for Junior Young Riders per year if members<br />
use their cards when they shop!<br />
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(Continued from page 1)<br />
3-consistent correct riding—in arena and field (guided by<br />
lessons, clinics, professional training, experienced ground person<br />
to help/observe)<br />
Breeding, conformation, and previous injury influence and<br />
partially define the parameters of training a horse can achieve in<br />
dressage. Also the horse has to mentally understand what you’re<br />
asking him to do—then figure out how physically to do it—with<br />
assistance from your aides.<br />
The Horse’s Mental and Emotional Condition<br />
Like people each horse has a unique personality of complex<br />
mental and emotional components shaped by life experiences;<br />
they have thoughts (“ give me treats”) and feelings (“glad to see<br />
you”) which are interactive and mutually reflective with their<br />
humans. Example: you arrive at the barn stressed and tense<br />
from work issues; your horse perceives those feelings and reacts<br />
tensely.<br />
Compatible personalities enhance the working partnership.<br />
Consider the rider’s “ wish list of desirable horse traits” below<br />
(and also think about what the horse would want!)--------<br />
Good steady mind<br />
Trainable<br />
Consistent temperament<br />
Willing and co-operative<br />
Safe, quiet, calm<br />
Capable of focus/concentration<br />
Kind and forgiving<br />
Alert/interested<br />
Happy and friendly<br />
Strong work ethic<br />
Sensitive<br />
Self-confident<br />
Realistically there may be a mix including other less favored<br />
qualities such as:<br />
Nervous Tense Worried<br />
Crabby Angry Grudge-holder<br />
Distracted Timid Stubborn<br />
Bored Withdrawn Arrogant<br />
Indifferent Frightened Sad<br />
Depressed Bossy<br />
Establishing a friendly, balanced working relationship must<br />
take into account all characteristics, which are of course subject<br />
to variation and change.<br />
If your normally pleasant and co-operative horse becomes<br />
cranky or contentious be THOUGHTFUL about the possible<br />
causes (physical discomfort sore feet and body from shoe-ing<br />
changes If you change footwear do you notice differences) Be<br />
alert to physical, mental, emotional, and behavioral changes exhibited<br />
by your horse----this is a form of communication. Cultivate<br />
your level of insight and awareness. Be proactive and preventative,<br />
identifying and curtailing problems before they become<br />
crisis issues.<br />
Competitive FEI level horses are prohibited from taking<br />
certain drugs/medicine; therefore, they receive a variety of alternative<br />
treatments to make them comfortable, minimize any<br />
physical problems, and facilitate their performance ability. Since<br />
that approach suits my personal philosophy, I pursued alternative<br />
methods for my horse Whositz. I wanted him to feel better<br />
while comfortably doing dressage training.<br />
The Wellness Plan<br />
Whositz’s treatment regime described below was varied and<br />
comprehensive with dramatically effective results---- he cooperated<br />
and very obviously enjoyed the care he received.<br />
Acupuncture---to decrease pain, inflammation, muscle<br />
spasms/imbalances/generalized tightness; to improve the immune<br />
system function-------performed in many ways, including:<br />
needles and electric stimulation, laser, activator percussion, or<br />
essential oils used on acupuncture points at different times depending<br />
upon symptoms/condition.<br />
Chiropractic adjustments---to realign/release biomechanical<br />
restrictions---gently performed after acupuncture treatment then<br />
followed by stretching exercises (the exercises also to be done by<br />
me with my horse on a regular basis between treatment appointments<br />
to sustain/maximize improvement)<br />
Massage---to decrease muscle and soft tissue soreness/spasms/tightness,<br />
improve and normalize musculoskeletal<br />
function, decrease inflammation----combined with myofascial<br />
release, cranio-sacral treatment, and energy balancing tech-<br />
(Continued on page 12)<br />
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General Information<br />
<strong>2003</strong> DDC Adult Clinic with Jeff<br />
FORMAT<br />
These clinics are open to first—amateur and second—professional members of the <strong>Dallas</strong> <strong>Dressage</strong><br />
<strong>Club</strong> (DDC) who are age 21 and older. The clinic is an intensive learning program. The format is eight private<br />
lessons on Saturday and Sunday, <strong>July</strong> 26 –27, with a lecture in the morning on Saturday. All riders<br />
are expected to attend the lecture. When not riding, participants are encouraged to watch and learn as Mr.<br />
Moore instructs others and explains his methods and philosophy. The clinic also features a Wine and<br />
Cheese social event following the rides on Saturday. Applications will be accepted from Junior/Young<br />
Riders in the event the clinic does not fill with adult riders.<br />
SCHEDULE<br />
Private lessons will last approximately 45 minutes. Clinic hours are 8:00 AM – approximately 4:00 PM on<br />
Saturday, although the clinic may get behind, due to Mr. Moore spending more time with horse/rider pairs<br />
as necessary to be sure they understand the instruction and goal presented. The clinic hours on Sunday<br />
are 7:00 AM – 3:30 PM.<br />
AUDITORS<br />
The DDC hopes that all members will plan to attend the clinic. It will be an excellent opportunity to learn.<br />
Mr. Moore is an excellent educator. Auditors who are members of DDC may audit free of charge. Others<br />
may audit for a fee of $5.<br />
RIDER FEE<br />
Rider registration is as follows:<br />
- $75 deposit required with application. Applicants not selected for the clinic will have their funds<br />
promptly returned.<br />
- Riders selected for the clinic will receive their checks back when they sign in at the clinic. Stabling,<br />
meals, and transportation are the responsibility of the rider.<br />
CANCELLATIONS<br />
Riders who cancel after the selection and notification date will receive a refund, minus a $25.00 processing<br />
fee, only in the event a replacement rider can be found by DDC. If no replacement is available, the<br />
rider will not receive a refund.<br />
STABLING<br />
- Stabling is available, and will be $35 for the weekend, 2 bags of shavings provided, additional<br />
available for purchase.<br />
- Riders must pay stabling costs directly to the facility.<br />
- Riders must bring hay and feed for their horses.<br />
- Riders who will need stabling should indicate that on the application.<br />
HORSE HEALTH STATUS<br />
Please submit proof of negative Coggins test, dated within the last 12 months.<br />
Payment<br />
Check or money order payable to DDC<br />
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In the event that there are more applicants than time permits, the names of all applicants received by the closing date of<br />
<strong>July</strong> 12, <strong>2003</strong> will be put “in the hat” and selected randomly. Selected riders will be notified the week of <strong>July</strong> 14, <strong>2003</strong>.<br />
Applicants not selected will be notified, and their checks returned<br />
Rider Information<br />
<strong>2003</strong> DALLAS DRESSAGE CLUB<br />
Adult Amateur Clinic Application<br />
Rider<br />
Name<br />
Street<br />
Address<br />
City/<br />
State/ Zip<br />
Day Phone<br />
DDC Member<br />
Number<br />
e-mail<br />
address<br />
Evening<br />
Phone<br />
Other Phone<br />
Horse Information<br />
Horse’s Name Breed Age<br />
Sex (circle one) Mare Gelding Stallion Height Color<br />
Sire (optional)<br />
Dam<br />
(optional)<br />
How long have you been riding this horse<br />
Additional Information<br />
At what level are you<br />
currently riding<br />
How long have you<br />
been riding at this<br />
level<br />
Do you receive regular<br />
instruction from a<br />
coach/trainer<br />
(circle one)<br />
At what level are you currently<br />
showing<br />
Have you competed at a<br />
level higher than your<br />
current level<br />
If YES, at what level have<br />
you competed<br />
(circle one)<br />
If selected to ride, do you need a stall (circle one) Yes No<br />
WAIVER OF LIABILITY<br />
I understand that by participating in the <strong>Dallas</strong> <strong>Dressage</strong> <strong>Club</strong> (DDC) Clinic, I do so at my own risk and risk to the above-named horse. I understand<br />
that the <strong>Dallas</strong> <strong>Dressage</strong> <strong>Club</strong>, officers, members, agents, volunteers, the clinic instructor, the equestrian facility, or anyone acting on their<br />
behalf, are not responsible for accidents, damage, injury or illness to the horses, riders, spectators, or any other person in connection with this<br />
clinic. By signing this form, I agree to abide by all DDC and equestrian facility rules.<br />
___________________________________________________ _________________________<br />
Rider's Signature<br />
Date<br />
___________________________________________________ _________________________<br />
Horse Owner's Signature<br />
Date<br />
Please send the completed form, 1 copy of current Coggins, and check for $75 to:<br />
Elizabeth Jeter<br />
1108 Indian Ridge Drive<br />
Denton, TX 76205<br />
Applications and fees must be received by <strong>July</strong> 12, <strong>2003</strong>.<br />
YES<br />
NO<br />
If you need additional information or have any questions, please contact Elizabeth Jeter at 972/ 577-7818 during the day,<br />
or 940/ 591-0580 in the evenings. Please send email to elizabeth.jeter@ps.net
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CLINIC REPORT—DR CESAR PARRA<br />
INSTRUCTS DDC’S YOUNG RIDERS<br />
Submitted by Michelle Cavanaugh, DDC Jr/YR Chair<br />
The recent Young Rider clinic was a great success thanks to<br />
both the generous donation of Dr. Caesar Parra’s time and<br />
Myrna Krohn’s lovely facility. I think all of the riders will be<br />
happy to return to High Ridge Farm after the warm welcome<br />
they receive there. The <strong>Dallas</strong> <strong>Dressage</strong> <strong>Club</strong> is lucky to have<br />
members and friends so dedicated to the advancement of our<br />
sport through the education of our young riders.<br />
Dr. Parra is a skillful trainer who has the ability to push each<br />
rider to achieve more than they expect without intimidation or<br />
anger. This skill allows each rider to feel they have accomplished<br />
a goal during their ride rather than leaving the ring feeling<br />
they survived a terrifying ordeal. This was especially evident<br />
as Dr. Parra worked with our youngest and greenest riders.<br />
He used humor, lectures on theory, and motivation to<br />
keep riders striving for something better than they had before.<br />
For our beginner riders it was moving the horse forward into a<br />
better rhythm and a more supportive contact, for our advance<br />
horse and rider pairs experienced a few steps of passage or flying<br />
changes.<br />
Each rider was amazed at the simple modifications Dr. Parra<br />
made that precipitated such incredible changes in their mounts.<br />
We all were reminded of the importance of a tightened noseband<br />
in lightening our horses while also stopping much resistance<br />
to the hand. Time and again bridles were adjusted with<br />
the most remarkable results including one schoolmaster who<br />
with a newly tightened noseband all but rounded on his own<br />
when the reins were shortened.<br />
We were also reminded that flexing a horse is more than just<br />
asking him to tip his nose to one direction but it is requiring<br />
the horse to soften his neck and jaw. Dr. Parra explained his<br />
continued frustration at seeing many American riders across the<br />
country attempt to supple a horse and then instantly give the<br />
rein as a reward often when the horse has made not the smallest<br />
effort to soften. Dr. Parra stressed the steps of the Training<br />
Pyramid (rhythm [suppleness [ contact [ impulsion [<br />
straightness [ collection) and that we could not move forward<br />
in the Pyramid until the horse learned to give in suppleness<br />
and/or the rider learned to maintain constant contact. One<br />
exercise he used with a particularly stiff horse was to have the<br />
rider halt and ask him to bend to the inside and wait him out.<br />
This was accomplished by maintaining a constant steady contact<br />
until the horse relented and softened his jaw. As soon as the<br />
horse did he was praised, the rein given, and pushed to the<br />
walk and the same exercise was preformed, and again at the<br />
trot. Not only did the horse’s neck and jaw loosen but also the<br />
horse’s impulsion and rhythm were greatly improved by creating<br />
a flexible neck and more malleable shoulder.<br />
There were a few younger horses that participated in the clinic,<br />
and the order of the day was forward with rhythm and swinging<br />
backs for these youngsters, whether the riders were just<br />
starting to walk their mounts in warm up or were working on<br />
stabilizing the canter. Dr. Parra asked for a more forward momentum<br />
and flexion in the joints. Then he worked on teaching<br />
the horse to understand and respect a half halt. Once more Dr.<br />
Parra revisited the training pyramid: we must have contact<br />
before we can create impulsion or collection. He lamented the<br />
fact that many riders on green horses are afraid to push a baby<br />
and thus is unwilling to take up proper contact in the reins and<br />
keep hold of it. To force the riders to maintain the contact<br />
they would needed to really move their horses forward into the<br />
bridles and capture the energy they would need to create true<br />
impulsion and latter collection, he would instruct a rider to<br />
work on a 20 meter circle doing rapid trot/walk transitions.<br />
Dr. Parra encouraged the riders to drive as much energy in and<br />
out of the transitions as they could. While keeping the horses<br />
supple and forward they seemed to grow in height and their<br />
gaits instantly improved then each horse would be given a walk<br />
break to recover before beginning again. It was a chance to see<br />
that when working a young horse the rider needed to be<br />
smarter mixing the proper amount of good work with the right<br />
amount of rest thus getting the best out of their young horse’s<br />
minds and bodies.<br />
Dr. Parra also shared many of the reasons why he feels his<br />
horses and his student’s horses are doing so well at shows all<br />
over the United States. One of the first points was consistency.<br />
Every moment a rider spends in the saddle he is training his<br />
horse to do something or in many cases nothing. I believe all of<br />
the riders we reprimanded at one time or another for lazy long<br />
walks in warm up or cool down, as well as for equitation faults.<br />
A second point he made about many of our horses was the lack<br />
of conditioning. He explained many of his horses are ridden<br />
twice a day, once in the arena and once on trails going up and<br />
down hills. This he considered mental therapy for the horse<br />
while the bodybuilding benefits of hill work increased stamina<br />
and strength. He also highlighted the importance of treating<br />
our horse like athletes even in the barn with proper medical<br />
care, supplements, and good grooming. For young horses he<br />
prescribed preventive care like wrapping, liniment treatments,<br />
and glucosamine, and for older horses the same preventive care<br />
in addition to attentive, even aggressive veterinary care that can<br />
catch small problems before they became big ones.<br />
He also spoke to our young rider hopefuls about the top young<br />
riders competing today and their level of dedication and the<br />
attitude they bring to competitions like the NAYRC. They are<br />
mounted on some of the best-trained horses in the country and<br />
they train with top trainers in their respective regions. They<br />
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come to win and are rewarded for their hard work.<br />
Many of these riders have a string of horses to ride<br />
everyday allowing them to learn more quickly than<br />
others with only one mount. He encouraged our riders<br />
to take summer jobs as working students, and to<br />
find as many mounts as they could to ride on a regular<br />
basis. He also encouraged them to go to clinics and<br />
shows outside our area for experience and exposure.<br />
He was optimistic that our region in the future could<br />
begin to field very competitive teams at the NAYRC.<br />
He also felt as dressage grows in popularity in the area,<br />
and draws big name trainers not only to clinic here but<br />
also to live and open barns in the area our young riders<br />
would become more competitive nationally.<br />
I feel that most riders in the clinic took home at least<br />
one practical idea that they could incorporate into their<br />
everyday work which would really improve their riding.<br />
The lectures on the ideology of the training pyramid<br />
were also good reminders for many of us that lose<br />
sight of such basic principals when we are training. I<br />
also think that many of these riders will be eager to<br />
sign up to ride in Dr. Parra’s future clinics if the numbers<br />
of break through moments are anything to judge<br />
by.<br />
Down Center Line A---X<br />
(whew!)<br />
Thanks everyone for your contributions to this<br />
month’s newsletters—I received so much input, that<br />
there was not enough room. I have at least 2 articles<br />
for August along with a few foal photos. Keep those<br />
coming!.<br />
I still haven’t worked out the “font” glitch with the<br />
printer—I can cope and will eventually figure it out. I<br />
hope you understand…<br />
The Editor<br />
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niques.<br />
These treatment techniques are also used for people, as discussed<br />
in <strong>Dressage</strong> Fitness –Part 1—The Rider article (April issue<br />
of DDC Transitions). Plus these techniques are also very effective<br />
in treating animals with acute injuries and chronic conditions.<br />
Magnetic treatment---to decrease symptoms and increase healing---Bell<br />
boots to decrease foot soreness, hock wrap for nonsymptomatic<br />
bone spur, blanket for general body treatment<br />
Herbal supplements---from a Naturopathic doctor who treats<br />
horses<br />
The “secret ingredient” in this wellness plan for Whositz was<br />
information from a different “energetic inter-net source”----an<br />
animal communicator. She provided intuitive insight, comments,<br />
suggestions, requests from Whositz about his physical condition---<br />
to help guide the successful treatment process.<br />
Whositz is very fond of his friends Dr. Paul Bruton, DVM and<br />
Sarah Kitchen from Animal Healthcare Clinic in Southlake,TX.----<br />
the main folks (plus me) performing his alternative medical treatment.<br />
He continues to appreciate their regular monthly maintenance<br />
program treatments.<br />
Horses are not self-sufficient. They require attention and<br />
care. An old cowboy once said to me “ Horses---they’re either<br />
getting’ better or they’re getting’ worse.” At age 20 Whositz is<br />
happy, working regularly, and physically comfortable in his dressage<br />
efforts.<br />
Owners<br />
Bob & Cheryl Walker<br />
Prosper, Texas<br />
972-346-2601<br />
469-855-3329 cell<br />
Instruction<br />
Jennifer Welsh-Wise<br />
Sachse, Texas<br />
972-429-4426<br />
Full Care Boarding<br />
For the Discriminating Horse Owner<br />
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MR. JON HELM<br />
Classical<br />
Horsemanship<br />
Fort Worth<br />
817-877-5405<br />
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FEI DISCONTINUES GRAND PRIX TEST “A”<br />
DRESSAGE TEST<br />
USA Equestrian has received official notification from the Federation<br />
Equestre Internationale (FEI) to immediately discontinue use of the<br />
<strong>2003</strong> FEI Grand Prix Version “A” <strong>Dressage</strong> Test. The FEI Executive<br />
Board approved this decision during their meeting on June 11. Please<br />
note as of that date, all international dressage competitions (CDIs) will<br />
only use the “B” version of the Grand Prix test.<br />
On the national level, the USA Equestrian <strong>Dressage</strong> Committee voted<br />
this week to recommend all USA Equestrian-recognized competitions<br />
immediately discontinue use of the Grand Prix “A”. This change will<br />
be mandatory for all competitions as of September 1, <strong>2003</strong>.<br />
For competitions which have previously purchased quantities of the<br />
Grand Prix “A” Test, USA Equestrian is offering to exchange version<br />
“A” score sheets for the “B” test at no cost to competitions. A Grand<br />
Prix Test Exchange Form is available on the Federation website<br />
http://www.equestrian.org/aboutus/inter/dressage/grandprixA/<br />
grandPrixDiscontinued.asp, or by calling the Tests & Booklets department<br />
at (859) 258-2472. Please note this Exchange Form must accompany<br />
all Grand Prix “A” tests to be exchanged.<br />
For more information, please contact Jennifer Keeler, Sport Manager,<br />
<strong>Dressage</strong>, (859) 258-2472 or email to: jkeeler@equestrian.org.<br />
A LETTER FROM THE USDF OFFICE:<br />
Dear Participating Member:<br />
Here is your opportunity to have your voice heard! Please take a<br />
moment to vote for your Region's Participating Member Delegates. This<br />
is an exciting year for USDF and the voting process. Online voting is here!<br />
For the first time ever, you now have a choice in how you would like to<br />
vote for your region's PM Delegates. PM Delegates represent the interest<br />
of the Participating Members in the entire region and serve on the Board<br />
of Governors at its Annual Meeting. In addition, PM Delegates elect Executive<br />
Board members and may be consulted on other issues throughout<br />
the year.If you would like to participate in the first online USDF election<br />
ever, please go to the USDF website (http://www.usdf.org) and look for<br />
the "Online Voting" banner on the main screen. Click on it and follow the<br />
simple instructions in order to place your vote easily and confidentially.<br />
You will need your unique PIN number, found on your ballot near the<br />
candidate bios, in order to place your vote. If you would like to vote with<br />
the traditional paper ballot just put a check mark in the box for the delegates<br />
of your choice. The total number of delegates you can elect is indicated.<br />
When the ballot is finished, just tear off this side, and place your<br />
ballot in the mail. The postage is paid. Please remember that you can only<br />
vote one time. You can either go online and vote, or you can mail this<br />
ballot to the USDF office. If you do both, whichever ballot is received first<br />
(whether by mail or online) will be your official vote. The choice is yours<br />
- place your vote today! Whether you vote online or through the mail,<br />
deadline for all ballots is June 30th!<br />
USAE/USDF HORSE ID UPDATE<br />
USA Equestrian is now accepting copies of completed<br />
United States <strong>Dressage</strong> Federation (USDF) Horse Identification<br />
(Horse ID) applications or copies of breed registration<br />
papers in place of completed USA Equestrian<br />
Horse ID applications if the USDF Horse ID number has<br />
not been assigned at the time of the competition. Competitions<br />
are asked to submit copies of these documents<br />
to the USA Equestrian office along with competition<br />
results and this will meet the requirements of article 811<br />
of the rules.<br />
USDF Horse ID numbers already assigned can be used at<br />
USA Equestrian recognized competitions and it will not<br />
be necessary to apply separately for a USA Equestrian<br />
Horse ID number. Accordingly, USA Equestrian will<br />
not need to notify dressage members of their assigned<br />
Horse ID number, although any member who wishes to<br />
obtain their number may do so by contacting Cheryll<br />
Frank at (859) 225- 6980;<br />
mailto:cmfrank@equestrian.org or Ken Ball at (859)<br />
225-2035; mailto:kball@equestrian.org.<br />
Regional Championships and Qualifiers:<br />
We would also like to remind you of the requirements of<br />
article 812.4 which states as follows: "Horses must be<br />
recorded (with USA Equestrian) in order to be eligible to<br />
compete in USA Equestrian/USDF qualifying classes for<br />
dressage championships and will not be credited with<br />
qualifying for the Regional Finals for <strong>Dressage</strong> Championships<br />
until they are recorded and unless they are entered<br />
in qualifying classes under their official recorded<br />
names and ownership. The responsibility for such recording<br />
rests entirely with the exhibitor." A USAE Horse<br />
ID number alone does not meet the above requirements.<br />
In addition, according to article 1927, the USDF Lifetime<br />
Horse Registration is also required for USAE/<br />
USDF Regional Championships qualifying and championship<br />
classes.<br />
A horse recording application form may be downloaded<br />
from the USA Equestrian website at www.equestrian.org<br />
under downloads or you may complete a recording at<br />
this link -<br />
http://www.equestrian.org/<strong>2003</strong>applications/horse/<br />
index.asp.<br />
Alternatively, you may request a form by fax or by mail<br />
by contacting the USA Equestrian Membership Department<br />
at (859) 225-6910 or you may complete an application<br />
form at the competition.<br />
For further information regarding USDF Membership,<br />
you may contact them at 859-971-2277or at http://<br />
www.usdf.org. Membership downloads can be accessed<br />
at this link-http://www.usdf.org/Join/index.asp<br />
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FORMAT<br />
These clinics are open to amateurs and professionals who are over the age of 21.<br />
Each clinic is an intensive learning program. The format includes a Friday night lecture and six private and two semiprivate<br />
lessons daily on Saturday and Sunday. When not riding, participants are encouraged to watch and learn as Mr.<br />
Zettl instructs others and explains his methods. The clinic also features 15-minute question and answer sessions after<br />
each ride.<br />
SCHEDULE<br />
Clinic hours are generally 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM, with a 1 ½ hour break for lunch. Private (and/or semi-private) lessons<br />
will run approximately 45 minutes, followed by 15-minute question-and-answer periods, as well as occasional break<br />
period.<br />
AUDITORS<br />
Riders will be allowed to bring one groom/guest to audit the clinic at no charge. Auditors may register to audit for a fee<br />
of $30 per day or $50 for two days for adults, or $20 per day and $40 for two days for those under 18. Please use the<br />
Auditor Registration form available at www.usdf.org.<br />
CANCELLATIONS<br />
Riders who cancel after the selection and notification date will receive a refund, minus a $25.00 processing fee, only in<br />
the event a replacement rider can be found by USDF. If no replacement is available, the rider will not receive a refund.<br />
RIDER FEE<br />
Rider registration is as follows:<br />
$195 - Private lessons; one each day of two-day session, auditing, and the question and answer sessions.<br />
$145 - Semi-private lessons; one each day of two-day session, auditing, and the question and answer sessions.<br />
The full amount of $195 must accompany this application. All riders will apply for a private lesson; if selected for a<br />
semi-private session, $50 will be refunded. Riders not selected for the clinic will have their funds promptly returned.<br />
Fee does not include stabling, hotel, transportation or food. A registration form will be sent out after the riders are chosen,<br />
which will allow the rider to register their guest and arrange for box lunches, if offered.<br />
Payment Options<br />
____ Check or money order payable to USDF is enclosed<br />
Bill my: _____ Visa _____ MasterCard<br />
______________________________________________ _________________________________________<br />
Card Number Name on Card<br />
_____________________________________________ __________________________________________<br />
Expiration Date on Card Signature of Card Holder<br />
DEADLINES<br />
Complete the application form and mail or fax it to USDF. Applications must be received by USDF on or before the<br />
date shown below. USDF is not responsible for late or misdirected mail, faxes, or email.
IMPORTANT FACTS<br />
Riders must ride the horse listed on their application, or if unavailable, must receive permission from USDF to substitute<br />
a horse that is capable of the equivalent level or skill. Riders wishing to substitute horses must complete an additional<br />
application form, and must also have a history of instruction with the horse. Riders must be USDF members.<br />
ABOUT THE CLINICIAN<br />
Walter A. Zettl is a life-long equestrian with over 57 years of experience in riding and coaching some of the world's<br />
finest horses and students. Mr. Zettl has had many successes coaching at international level competitions including the<br />
1984 Olympics in Los Angeles, as well as coaching at the North American Young Riders Championship. Mr. Zettl is the<br />
author of <strong>Dressage</strong> In Harmony (1998 Half Halt Press) and countless articles published both domestically and in Europe.<br />
His knowledge of classical dressage is unsurpassed. A resident of Canada today, he travels abroad teaching his life's<br />
work to equine enthusiasts all over the world. Mr. Zettl's new video, A Matter of Trust (published by Dancing Deer<br />
LLC) is now available through USDF.<br />
There will be one clinic held in each of the nine USDF Regions. Riders may apply for any one or more clinics, but will<br />
only be allowed to participate in one. Each rider will receive one private or semi-private lesson per day, and will be<br />
encouraged to watch other riders during lessons, and may participate in the question and answer sessions after each ride.<br />
I am applying to ride in the following clinic:<br />
Clinic Dates Application Deadline Location<br />
£ Region 1 <strong>July</strong> 12 - 13, <strong>2003</strong> May 12, <strong>2003</strong> Maryland<br />
£ Region 2 June 7 - 8, <strong>2003</strong> April 7, <strong>2003</strong> Walworth, Wisconsin<br />
£ Region 3 November 15 - 16, <strong>2003</strong> September 19, <strong>2003</strong> Atlanta, Georgia<br />
£ Region 4 October 18 - 19, <strong>2003</strong> August 18, <strong>2003</strong> Iowa City, Iowa<br />
£ Region 5 March 15 - 16, <strong>2003</strong> January 31, <strong>2003</strong> Scottsdale, Arizona<br />
£ Region 6 April 12 - 13, <strong>2003</strong> February 28, <strong>2003</strong> Sherwood, Oregon<br />
£ Region 7 <strong>July</strong> 19 - 20, <strong>2003</strong> May 19, <strong>2003</strong> Los Angeles, California<br />
£ Region 8 August 2 - 3, <strong>2003</strong> June 2, <strong>2003</strong> Location TBA<br />
£ Region 9 September 27 - 28, <strong>2003</strong> <strong>July</strong> 28, <strong>2003</strong> Argyle, Texas<br />
I prefer to ride in a (mark first choice) PRIVATE ( ) or SEMI-PRIVATE ( ) lesson, if available. Note: USDF cannot<br />
guarantee first choice. Clinic spaces will be assigned depending on the number of applicants for each clinic.<br />
RIDER INFORMATION<br />
Rider Name _____________________________________________________________________________________<br />
USDF Membership Number (Participating, GMO, or Business) ____________________________________________<br />
Address ________________________________________________________________________________________<br />
City/ State/ Zip __________________________________________________________________________________<br />
Phone _________________________________ Email ___________________________________________________<br />
Current Coach /Trainer ___________________________________ Phone __________________________________<br />
What is the name of your groom/guest<br />
____________________________________________________________________
HORSE INFORMATION<br />
Horse’s Name _____________________________________________________________________________________<br />
Breed ____________________________________________________________________________________________<br />
Age _________________________ Height ____________________________ Color ____________________________<br />
Sex ( Mare, Gelding, Stallion)_________________________________________________________________________<br />
Owner's Name_____________________________________________________________________________________<br />
Sire _______________________________________________ Dam _________________________________________<br />
Horse's USDF number (not required) ___________________________________________________________________<br />
SELECTION CRITERIA<br />
Selection will be based on the following criteria concerning the achievements and history of the horse and rider combination<br />
unless otherwise stated. A combination of Adult Amateur and Professional Riders may be selected for each clinic.<br />
· At what level are you currently riding ________________________________________<br />
· How long have you been riding at this level ____________________________________<br />
· Do you receive regular instruction from a coach/trainer YES NO<br />
Instructor's Statement (not required): Write a brief description of the rider's abilities, frequency of instruction, and confirmed<br />
level.<br />
_________________________________________________________________________________________________<br />
_________________________________________________________________________________________________<br />
_________________________________________________________________________________________________<br />
Instructor's Signature (not required) ___________________________________________________<br />
· Have you competed at your current level YES NO<br />
If YES, please provide the following information:<br />
Competition Name/ Date Scores Earned Was this competition USDF recognized<br />
__________________________________ __________________ _______________________________________<br />
__________________________________ __________________ _______________________________________<br />
__________________________________ __________________ _______________________________________<br />
· Have you competed at a level higher than your current level YES NO<br />
If YES, at what level have you competed ______________________________________________________________
· At what level is your horse currently trained ___________________________________________________________<br />
· What are your short and long term goals for this horse<br />
_________________________________________________________________________________________________<br />
_________________________________________________________________________________________________<br />
· You may submit a short video of yourself and the horse listed on the application. Riders submitting videos will receive<br />
priority in the selection process. Video will not be returned.<br />
Rider’s history has priority over horse’s history. Riders may apply with borrowed horses as long as the combination is<br />
receiving regular instruction and has a history together.<br />
The criteria listed above are meant to serve as guidelines for selecting riders for this program. Accordingly, USDF<br />
reserves the right to select riders most suitable for this program.<br />
£ If I am not selected to ride, I would like to audit.<br />
WAIVER OF LIABILITY<br />
I understand that by participating in the USDF Adult Clinics, I do so at my own risk and risk to the above-named horse.<br />
I understand that the United States <strong>Dressage</strong> Federation, Inc., staff, volunteers, the clinic instructor, the equestrian facility,or<br />
anyone acting on their behalf are not responsible for accidents, damage, injury or illness to the horses, riders, spectators,<br />
or any other person in connection with this clinic. By signing this form, I agree to abide by all USDF rules.<br />
___________________________________________________<br />
Rider's Signature<br />
___________________________________________________<br />
Horse Owner's Signature<br />
_________________________<br />
Date<br />
_________________________<br />
Date<br />
Please fill out this form and return it to USDF by the above date.<br />
Mail to: OR Fax to:<br />
USDF<br />
USDF<br />
Attn: Marsha McCleney<br />
Attn: Marsha McCleney<br />
220 Lexington Green Circle 859/971-7722<br />
Suite 510<br />
Lexington, KY 40503<br />
If you need additional information or have any questions, please contact Marsha McCleney at the USDF office, 859/271-<br />
7877, or mmccleney@usdf.org.
Transitions, <strong>July</strong> <strong>2003</strong> Volume 4, Issue 7<br />
DANCING WITH THE SUCKED BACK<br />
HORSE<br />
BY DR THOMAS RITTER<br />
When you are struggling with a sucked back horse, what you<br />
are struggling with is your horse's tuning to your aids. This is a<br />
life long process, and not a very easy one at that. It is something<br />
that starts on the ground, and never ends, even for a second as<br />
long as you are in your horse's presence.<br />
The very first thing any horse has to learn is to pay attention to<br />
the rider/handler. This is necessary, because without mutual<br />
focus and attentiveness, there can be no communication. Without<br />
it, the horse will very soon do whatever he feels like doing,<br />
and that can in turn become dangerous for the human.<br />
The next step is to apply the aids with precision, so that there is<br />
no contradiction amongst themselves on the one hand, and no<br />
contradiction between the aids and the horse's natural footfall<br />
sequence on the other. Contradictions lead to confusion, and<br />
confusion leads either to the horse tuning the rider out, or becoming<br />
angry and rebellious, depending on his temperament.<br />
When I give an aid, e.g. with my calf, I expect an instant clear<br />
response. If the horse fails to respond, I follow up immediately<br />
with another aid, which is not necessarily heavier, but maybe<br />
given with more attitude, quicker, briefer (is that a word),<br />
possibly backed up by a light tap from the whip or the spur. I<br />
want to feel the energy rippling through the horse's body as the<br />
hind leg is snatched up at this point. Most of the time, heavy<br />
aids only make the horse duller, whereas precisely timed, brief,<br />
light aids get the horse's attention much better.<br />
This brief description shows the demands that are placed on the<br />
rider:<br />
We have to center our undivided attention on the horse, because<br />
if we don't concentrate, why should the horse<br />
Our timing must be flawless. If we apply our aids at the wrong<br />
moment in the footfall sequence, we get something different<br />
than we had intended, sometimes even the opposite, because<br />
the aid then does not make sense to the horse.<br />
The aids have to be coordinated correctly. E.g. when the leg is<br />
applied, the hand has to allow the hind leg to come forward,<br />
and the torso must enable the horse to carry the load more with<br />
the hind legs than with the front legs. Any contradiction only<br />
makes the horse tense and confused.<br />
We have to follow through with whatever it is we are doing,<br />
and we must be lightning quick with our reactions.<br />
We must be consistent, no matter where we are or what we are<br />
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doing with our horse. We cannot, e.g. flop around on our horse<br />
on a trail ride on Sunday without having the horse on the aids,<br />
and then expect him to do precision work in the arena on Monday.<br />
We have to demand the same focus and precision on the<br />
trail as in the dressage ring or in a jumping parcours.<br />
When a rider is experiencing the problems you are describing<br />
below, the underlying causes are usually a combination of the<br />
above 5 points. The list may not be complete, it is only a compilation<br />
of the most relevant areas that came to mind immediately.<br />
These are the things that I see in each and every lesson I<br />
teach. Usually it is a combination of the rider leaning forward a<br />
little bit, so that the impulsion is impaired, a leg aid that is applied<br />
at the wrong time and that lasts so long that it is, in fact, a<br />
grip, not a driving aid any more. Gripping drains even more<br />
energy. Often the rider stiffens his hips as well, which prevents<br />
the back from moving. In addition, the reins are usually too<br />
short and the hands fail to release when the leg drives, so that<br />
the impulsion is destroyed even further by the hands. Analyzed<br />
this way, actually all of the rider's aids, even the legs, are diminishing<br />
the impulsion, instead of increasing it, in this particular<br />
scenario, which is quite common.<br />
The rider then usually reacts by intensifying the aids, leaning<br />
even more forward, even pumping with the shoulders in an<br />
effort to push the horse forward with his torso, which only<br />
makes things worse. On top of that, the rider SQUEEEEEZES<br />
with his legs until his face turns red - and the horse still has not<br />
moved. It is a downward spiral of escalating aids. Some of the<br />
more phlegmatic horses invite the rider a little bit to go down<br />
that road. The only way out is to sit up, lean back, stretch and<br />
relax the legs, release the reins, and give light, but precise aids.<br />
I know it's easier said than done, but I'm afraid it's the only way.<br />
We have to learn to be clear in our communications and to stay<br />
out of the horse's way during the execution.<br />
Another issue that is connected to this is that many riders don't<br />
want their horses to go forward, because they are afraid of the<br />
energy, so they subconsciously kill it right from the start. They<br />
don't realize that the more energy the horse places at the rider's<br />
disposal, the safer he is, because he is not holding anything back.<br />
The more the horse sucks back, the less energy he gives to the<br />
rider, the more dangerous he is, because all this stored up energy<br />
will come out sooner or later in the form of spookiness or<br />
bucking, etc., especially if the horse is a warmblood. The rider<br />
has to learn to bring all the horse's energy out and to channel it<br />
in the right direction. This is the reason why the most advanced<br />
dressage horse must be the safest and most reliable horse under<br />
any and all circumstances, because he holds nothing back, he<br />
gives all of his strength and energy to the rider.<br />
Dr. Ritter is a regular clinician in Denison, Texas at Elmore Ranch.<br />
For more information on his clinics in Denison contact Sandy Holcomb<br />
at mariahsmanor@texoma.net. For more information on Dr. Ritter,<br />
please visit his website classicaldressage.com
Transitions, <strong>July</strong> <strong>2003</strong> Volume 4, Issue 7<br />
“Filling in the Blanks -- Entry Form Basics”<br />
By Frances Luse<br />
Some months ago, February perhaps, the <strong>Dallas</strong> <strong>Dressage</strong> <strong>Club</strong> board of directors reviewed the <strong>Club</strong>’s recognized<br />
show entry fee schedule to determine the <strong>2003</strong> rates. We compared our fees to those of Region 9 shows (taken from<br />
the <strong>2003</strong> omnibus). A common fee within the region is the “Incomplete Entry” fee. The BOD considered and discussed<br />
whether or not DDC should adopt such a fee. My original thought had been “It seems reasonable [given my<br />
personal expectation that I certainly wouldn’t make any mistakes on my entries (Ha!)] In the end, the board agreed<br />
NOT to adopt such a fee, for which I’m personally now very happy! (I paid $40 for making errors / omissions on my<br />
Texas <strong>Dressage</strong> Classic entries!).<br />
Complete and correct entries do save you money at certain shows (the ones that make you “pay for your mistakes”).<br />
More Importantly, correct and complete entries go to the top of the pile on the entry secretary’s desk – increasing<br />
your chance of “getting in” a popular show.<br />
So, to save both you and the show secretary some headaches—the following step-by-step basics are provided:<br />
1. The ENTRY FORM. Most Region 9 recognized dressage shows use the same entry form, which can be found in the<br />
Region 9 Omnibus or on the region 9 website (www.usdfregion9.org). The form is double sided, and must be copied/printed<br />
double sided.<br />
2. Enter competition name and date. Many of the shows held in Region 9 over a weekend are in fact TWO<br />
shows, therefore, entrants must complete a separate entry form for EACH day/date. For DDC’s shows – you’ll<br />
need to complete 2 forms.<br />
3. Enter horse name and descriptive characteristics. The horse’s name is MANDATORY. The descriptive<br />
information helps identify the horse for various purposes – ie for USAE rep (for drug testing), emergencies, etc.<br />
4. Horse’s Breed Identification & USAE/USDF Horse Registration. This portion can get confusing. The breed<br />
information is an eligibility requirement for offered breed awards and to list in the show program. All horses must<br />
possess a USDF and USAE identification or registration number – which type depends on what classes you enter.<br />
USDF Number – All horses must have a USDF HORSE ID NUMBER or Lifetime Registration Number. Horses<br />
entered in ABIC qualifying classes must possess USDF Lifetime Registration Number.<br />
USAEq Number – Horses entered in ABIC qualifying classes must possess either a yearly registration number<br />
or a lifetime registration number. A USAE Horse ID Number is not sufficient to meet ABIC qualifying<br />
criteria.<br />
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5. Rider/Handler Information. Basic information is required IAW USAE rule book. Email addresses are handy<br />
for quick information flow from the entry/show secretary. Nationality is important as Non-US citizens must have<br />
appropriate foreign competitor’s licenses or equivalent. USAE and USDF memberships are required. Non-member<br />
fees must be paid if the entrant is not a member of these two national organizations. If you’re an Amateur, make<br />
sure your USAE card reflects your Amateur status “Senior Amateur” or else you will only be allowed to enter Open<br />
classes. NEW for <strong>2003</strong>! Provide your EMERGENCY CONTACT PHONE NUMBER IAW USAE rule change.<br />
6. Owner Information. Basic information about the horse owner is also required by USAE. If the rider and<br />
owner are the same individual, the information must be repeated. USAE and USDF Participating memberships<br />
may be required for some classes (ie. ABIC qualifiers) Non-member fees must be paid if the owner is not a member<br />
of these two national organizations.<br />
7. Trainer/Coach. Required by USAE. For information regarding definition of each, refer to USAE rule<br />
book, Articles 120 & 111.<br />
8. Stabling/Tack/RV. Region 9 no longer uses a separate stabling form – instead the entrant provides key<br />
information/requests on the entry form.<br />
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9. Classes. Refer to the Region 9 omnibus for standard class list or www.usdfregion9.org/downloads<br />
/03_dressageclasslist.pdf Enter class number, description and fee total (per class). Entries must be IAW<br />
USAEq rulebook, ie. Entrant must be USDF participating member with USAEq and USDF horse registration to<br />
enter in ABIG qualifying class.<br />
10. Fees. Calculate fees for classes, stabling/tack/RV/shavings (from page 1), non-member/HID fees, and<br />
miscellaneous costs. payment is required at the time of entry.<br />
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11. Entry Agreement/Liability Release and SIGNATURES.<br />
USA Equestrian Entry Agreement<br />
I have read the USA Equestrian (the Federation) Entry Agreement (Article 1502.4) as printed in the Prize List for this Competition and<br />
agree to all of its provisions. I understand and agree that by entering this Competition, I am subject to Federation Rules, the Prize List, and local<br />
rules of the competition. I agree to waive the right to the use of my photos at the competition, and agree that any actions against the Federation<br />
must be brought in New York State.<br />
USA Equestrian Release, Assumption of Risk, Waiver and Indemnification<br />
This document waives important legal rights. Read it carefully before signing.<br />
I AGREE in consideration for my participation in this Competition [insert name] _____________________to the following:<br />
I AGREE that I choose to participate voluntarily in the Competition with my horse, as a rider, driver, handler, lessee, owner, agent, coach,<br />
trainer, or as parent or guardian of a junior exhibitor. I am fully aware and acknowledge that horse sports and the Competition involve inherent<br />
dangerous risks of accident, loss, and serious bodily injury including broken bones, head injuries, trauma, pain, suffering, or death<br />
(“Harm”).<br />
I AGREE to release the Federation and the Competition from all claims for money damages or otherwise for any Harm to me or my horse and<br />
for any Harm caused by me or my horse to others, even if the Harm resulted, directly or indirectly, from the negligence of the Federation or<br />
the Competition.<br />
I AGREE to expressly assume all risks of Harm to me or my horse, including Harm resulting from the negligence of the Federation or the<br />
Competition.<br />
I AGREE to indemnify (that is, to pay any losses, damages, or costs incurred by) the Federation and the Competition and to hold them harmless<br />
with respect to claims for Harm to me or my horse, and for claims made by others for any Harm caused by me or my horse at the Competition.<br />
I have read the Federation Rules about protective equipment, including Articles 318 and 1712, and I understand that I am entitled to wear<br />
protective equipment without penalty, and I acknowledge that the Federation strongly encourages me to do so while WARNING that no protective<br />
equipment can guard against all injuries.<br />
If I am a parent or guardian of a junior exhibitor, I consent to the child’s participation and AGREE to all of the above provisions and AGREE to assume all of<br />
the obligations of this Release on the child’s behalf.<br />
I AGREE that “the Federation” and “Competition” as used above includes all of their officials, officers, directors, employees, agents, personnel, volunteers and<br />
affiliated organizations.<br />
BY SIGNING BELOW, I AGREE to be bound by all applicable Federation Rules and all terms and provisions of this entry blank<br />
12. Repeat steps 1 thru 11 on new set of forms for Sunday (show II)<br />
13. ATTACHMENTS AND MAILING. The big last step of completing your entry for a recognized show is to<br />
package up your forms, payment and necessary documents and mail to the show’s secretary.<br />
Document checklist:<br />
above indicated document needed<br />
£ Entry form Show I<br />
£ Entry form Show II<br />
£ Payment Information – Check and/or credit card payment must clear before entry is considered “complete”<br />
and ride times/stabling can be assigned.<br />
£ Negative Coggins test w/in 12 months (or whatever date specified in prize list)<br />
£ Other veterinary documents (other items i.e. health certificate may be required – check the prize list)<br />
£ USDF horse registration/HID card/certificate<br />
£ USAEq horse registration / HID card/certificate<br />
£ Rider/Handler USDF membership card<br />
£ Rider/Handler USAEq membership card<br />
£ Owner USDF membership card<br />
£ Owner USAEq membership card<br />
£ Trainer/Coach USAEq membership cardTrainer/Coach<br />
£ Foreign Rider’s License (USAEq membership may not be required)<br />
£ Breed registration papers<br />
14. More Information Check USAE rule book and also detailed instructions in Prize List or www.usdfregion9.org website,<br />
and as a last resort—the show secretary.<br />
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NATIONALLY<br />
FROM THE REGION 9 DIRECTOR – KATHRYN KYLE<br />
I’ve just returned from the Spring Executive Board meeting in<br />
Lexington. WOW has this move made a difference. During the<br />
meeting it became very apparent that not only is Lexington the<br />
place to be but Kentucky Horse Park as well. Already it is clear<br />
that due to the move USDF staff have developed a better relationship<br />
with the staff of USAEq (soon to be USE and the new<br />
NGB) and the US Pony <strong>Club</strong>. The USAEq Executive director<br />
attended the meeting (a first) to fill us in on the new NGB and<br />
answered questions. I can only guess how much more this will<br />
improve when the USDF is just next door.<br />
As many of you know the membership and horse registration<br />
cards have been delayed this spring. This is due to the new database<br />
“going live” at the same time the bulk of the membership<br />
and horse registrations hit the USDF office. There was switch<br />
over and learning time that delayed processing of the cards. By<br />
the time you read this the office will be back up to date on processing<br />
the cards.<br />
The new database can do great things. In it are 11 years of results<br />
that only USDF has. The ways that searches can be done are<br />
nearly unlimited. It will take a bit of time to work out all the<br />
“bugs”, as always with a new system there are “bugs”, but in the<br />
end we will have great access to information.<br />
REGIONALLY<br />
Regarding the Regional Summer meeting, there is a tentative<br />
agenda as well as activity schedule on the web site. I MUST<br />
know who is attending by <strong>July</strong> 26 th . Remember this is your opportunity<br />
to have a say in what goes on in the region, your<br />
chance to give the many coordinators your input, your chance to<br />
exchange ideas so don’t miss it.<br />
Along with the Summer meeting Joan Darnell is planning an<br />
event for all the “L” graduates and licensed judges. For more<br />
information on this please contact Joan.<br />
There are a number of <strong>July</strong> deadlines coming up please take note<br />
of them.<br />
HOW REGIONS WORK<br />
Treasurer<br />
Mandy Meyers serves our region as the treasurer. Her signature<br />
is necessary for almost any disbursement from the regional account.<br />
Along with this she keeps the record of all deposits and<br />
withdrawals from the regional account, and reviews the monthly<br />
statement on our account that is sent from USDF and clears up<br />
(if necessary) any irregularities on them. The region budget also<br />
falls into Mandy’s capable hands.<br />
This is a much bigger job than some would think. If you have<br />
questions on the regional finances please contact Mandy.<br />
Webmaster/Webgroom<br />
Carole Chiles Fuller is our hard working webgroom. She designed<br />
the present web page(s) and is continually updating and<br />
adding to our site. This site provides a vital service to the members<br />
of our region, with the most updated information on a number<br />
of topics.<br />
GENERAL NOTES<br />
Don’t forget to check the Region 9 web page regularly. It is updated<br />
with changes and added information often.<br />
www.usdfregion9.org<br />
DEADLINES<br />
These are absolute, no excuses, no exceptions, no fudging, must<br />
be in the appropriate person’s hands on or before that date deadlines.<br />
<strong>July</strong> 15, <strong>2003</strong> – all council, committee and GMO reports to the<br />
Regional Director for the Region 9 summer meeting.<br />
<strong>July</strong> 15, <strong>2003</strong>– any applications to host the Regional Jr team<br />
Championships and the Regional Adult Team Championships to<br />
the Regional Director.<br />
<strong>July</strong> 15, <strong>2003</strong>– any applications to host the 2004 Region summer<br />
meeting must be received by the Regional Director.<br />
<strong>July</strong> 15, <strong>2003</strong> – any applications to host the 2004 USDF Sporthorse<br />
championships must be received by the regional director.<br />
<strong>July</strong> 28, <strong>2003</strong> – applications to be a participant in the Region 9<br />
Premier <strong>Dressage</strong>/USDF Adult clinic to USDF office.<br />
November 15, <strong>2003</strong> – letters of intent to host the 2005 Regional<br />
Championship must be received by the Regional Director.<br />
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HAVE A SAY IN WHAT<br />
HAPPENS IN THE REGION<br />
ATTEND THE REGION 9<br />
ANNUAL SUMMER<br />
MEETING<br />
AUGUST 2 AND 3, <strong>2003</strong><br />
ONE PERSON ONE VOTE<br />
Friday August 1<br />
6 PM Wine and Cheese party hosted by HDS<br />
6 PM art work for Region 9 T-shirt goes on<br />
display<br />
7 PM closed judges education session – dinner<br />
provided<br />
Saturday August 2<br />
8 AM – 12:00 meeting<br />
12:00 – 1:30 Lunch on your own<br />
1:30 – resume meeting<br />
Evening - BBQ at Sarah Jane Martin’s (for<br />
meeting attendees)<br />
Sunday August 3<br />
8 AM continuation of meeting<br />
Educational program - time and speaker TBA<br />
Contact Homewood Suites by Hilton/<br />
Woodlands 800-CALL HOME- and enter<br />
group code USD you may also call direct at<br />
281-681-9199.<br />
Watch the regional web site for agenda and<br />
updated information.<br />
Contact the Kathryn Kyle to let her know<br />
you will be attending. We MUST have a<br />
head count by <strong>July</strong> 26th. (830) 589-2707 or<br />
region9dir@usdf.org<br />
Dr. Cesar Parra Chosen for<br />
Pan-American Games Team<br />
By Christine DeHerrera<br />
White House Station, New Jersey— Dr. Cesar<br />
Parra’s domination of the Prix St. Georges<br />
and Intermediaire FEI classes at prestigious<br />
CDI shows in Florida and New Jersey has resulted<br />
in a berth on Colombia’s Pan-American<br />
Games team. With scores routinely above<br />
70%, Parra and Horses Unlimited’s imported<br />
Hanoverian stallion Pik L will give the favored<br />
American team a run for their money in August<br />
in the Dominican Republic.<br />
Pik L and Parra have been together for about<br />
18 months and have matured into a consistent<br />
team. “At this point in our relationship I<br />
can really rely on Pik L,” said Parra. “Not only<br />
can he do all of the movements very easily,<br />
he can add a lot of brilliance.” The judges<br />
have agreed. Top European and North American<br />
judges have rewarded the pair with<br />
scores above 70%, resulting in FEI High Score<br />
awards at the US Freestyle Championship<br />
show, the Palm Beach <strong>Dressage</strong> Derby and the<br />
P o r t J e r v i s C D I .<br />
This will be Parra’s second trip to the Pan-<br />
American Games; in 1999 he helped his team<br />
win a silver medal. “My goal would be to do<br />
at least as well as we did at the last Pan-Am<br />
Games and perhaps also medal as an individual,”<br />
Parra said. The USDF Gold Medalist and<br />
member of the International <strong>Dressage</strong><br />
Trainer’s <strong>Club</strong> has more than 300 FEI wins.<br />
Parra was at the top of the Colombian dressage<br />
community in 1995 when he was discovered<br />
by FEI ‘O’ judge Linda Zang, who helped<br />
arrange for Parra to study in Germany with<br />
Herbert Rehbein. The three years of intensive<br />
study in Germany culminated in the Pan-Am<br />
Games medal and the 1999 Colombian Athlete<br />
of the Year. Shortly after this success,<br />
Parra moved his family to the United States<br />
to escape threats of kidnapping by Colombian<br />
guerillas. The result of the move is<br />
Parra’s thriving business Piaffe Performance,<br />
a training and coaching establishment with a<br />
devoted following of successful Young Rider<br />
and Amateur students.<br />
>Dr. Parra will be at High Ridge Farm on October 11-12<br />
and December 13-14 for clinics. There are still a few<br />
rides available. Please contact us at<br />
www.highridgefarm.com if you are interested in riding.<<br />
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USDF<br />
USDF REGION<br />
9 HORSE<br />
PERSON<br />
OF THE YEAR<br />
GUIDELINES<br />
Selection criteria for the USDF Region 9 Horse Person of the Year Criteria<br />
need to be broad and flexible. For one thing, we will be considering persons<br />
whose contributions are quite different and cannot be measured well<br />
against each other. They are not nearly so easy to compare or measure as<br />
home runs, touchdowns high jumps, etc.<br />
The committee will consider persons who have influenced the development,<br />
growth, quality and popularity of dressage in a meaningful positive<br />
measure. The honor should be awarded to the horseman or woman whose<br />
has demonstrated superior sportsmanship, dedication, and the pursuit of<br />
excellence in the Region 9 dressage community for the current year.<br />
The selection guidelines that may be used are as follows. The person:<br />
1. Contributed significant service,<br />
2. Has made significant contribution,<br />
3. Promoted dressage in some manner,<br />
4. Promoted the Region by volunteering their time, expertise, or<br />
resources, and/or<br />
5. Made a unique or creative contribution.<br />
Persons to be considered and evaluated should fit into at least two of the<br />
following categories in which they have demonstrated creativity, originality,<br />
vision and sustained effort:<br />
• Teaching riders and/or instructors<br />
• Assuming positions of leadership in major dressage organizations<br />
• Volunteering<br />
• Judging<br />
• Writing of books, articles or periodicals<br />
• Acting as Technical Delegates and educating TDs<br />
• Speaking at seminars, symposia, major meetings<br />
• Competing at high International and National levels<br />
• Assisting and inspiring youth and acting as role models<br />
• Training and coaching<br />
Priority will be given to persons who are nearing the end of their careers<br />
and those who are no longer active. Although deceased persons who should<br />
be remembered may also be considered, thought must be given to whether<br />
that person will be recognized with a memorial as well.<br />
Nominations: Members of Region 9 make nominations via mail, Fax or<br />
email. Only one nomination per member is allowed. Multiple nominations<br />
for the same person will not influence the final selection.<br />
USDF REGION 9<br />
DESIGN CONTEST<br />
Spotlighting the <strong>2003</strong> USDF<br />
Annual Convention in<br />
<strong>Dallas</strong>, TX<br />
Put your Artistic Talent to<br />
Work!<br />
1st Place Design<br />
Will be featured on tee shirts to<br />
be sold at the Convention will<br />
receive a free registration to the<br />
Convention<br />
Top 3 designs will be put on<br />
display at the<br />
Convention.<br />
Design should be<br />
representative of<br />
Texas, <strong>Dallas</strong> & <strong>Dressage</strong>.<br />
DEADLINE: Artist or representative<br />
must bring design to the<br />
<strong>2003</strong> Region 9 Summer Meeting<br />
(Drury Inn, The Woodlands,<br />
TX—August 2-3 )<br />
Placing will be determined by<br />
silent majority vote of Summer<br />
meeting attendees.<br />
Size Specifications:<br />
Artwork should be appropriately<br />
sized to fit on a<br />
tee shirt<br />
Artist agrees to donate the<br />
original artwork to the<br />
Region for an auction for<br />
the benefit of the Region.<br />
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BREED AWARD WINNERS<br />
Breed Spring Show I Spring Show II<br />
American Warmblood Society -<br />
Sponsored Medallions for three highest<br />
scoring AWS registered horses.<br />
American Holsteiner Horse Assn<br />
Sponsored a neck sash and AHHA mug for<br />
highest scoring AHHA registered horse.<br />
American Hanoverian Assn<br />
Sponsored neck sashes for highest scoring<br />
AHA registered horses<br />
American Trakehner Assn<br />
Sponsored high score ribbon for highest<br />
scoring ATA registered horse.<br />
Swedish Warmblood Society<br />
Sponsored high score ribbon for highest<br />
scoring SWANA registered horse.<br />
Westphalian Horse Assn<br />
Sponsored neck sash for highest scoring<br />
Westphalian horse.<br />
Morgan -<br />
Neck Sashes sponsored by Frances Luse<br />
& Ragtime Bojangles<br />
Arabian -<br />
Neck Sash & silver plate sponsored by<br />
Linda Walker, the Brownlees & Clare<br />
Salmon<br />
Half-Arabian -<br />
Neck Sash & silver plate sponsored by<br />
Linda Walker, the Brownlees & Clare<br />
Salmon<br />
Gold First Level Test 4 – Open<br />
Brufire<br />
Debbie Cinotto<br />
70.833<br />
Silver First Level Test 1 – Amateur<br />
Athena<br />
Hilary Peurano<br />
66.667<br />
Bronze First Level Test 2 – Amateur<br />
Athena<br />
Hilary Peurano<br />
66.471<br />
None<br />
Training Level Test 1 Maiden Horse<br />
Destinie<br />
Renee Albrecq<br />
70.455<br />
Training Level Test 3 – Open<br />
Aragon<br />
Margaret L. Kitts<br />
72.917<br />
Fourth Level Test 3 – Open<br />
Keepsake<br />
Danielle Fussner<br />
65.000<br />
None<br />
First Level Test 3 – Amateur<br />
Big D. Vertigo<br />
Sondra Robertson<br />
59.143<br />
First Level Test 4 – Open<br />
Brufire<br />
Debbie Cinotto<br />
70.833<br />
Training Level Test 2 – Amateur<br />
First Cousin<br />
Frances Luse<br />
63.846<br />
Gold First Level Test 1 – AA<br />
Athena<br />
Hilary Peurano<br />
66.296<br />
Silver First Level Test 4 – Junior<br />
Twinkle Toes<br />
Rebecca Brown<br />
62.778<br />
Bronze Second Level Test 2 – Jr<br />
Twinkle Toes<br />
Rebecca Brown<br />
58.919<br />
None<br />
Training Level Test 1 – Maiden<br />
Destinie<br />
Renee Albrecq<br />
65.909<br />
Training Level Test 4 – Open<br />
Aragon<br />
Margaret L. Kitts<br />
71.154<br />
Fourth Level Test 3 – Open<br />
Keepsake<br />
Danielle Fussner<br />
61.739<br />
None<br />
First Level Test 4 – Amateur<br />
Big D Vertigo<br />
Sondra Robertson<br />
61.111<br />
Training Level Test 2 – Open<br />
Fayhandango Bader<br />
Clare Salmon<br />
67.692<br />
Training Level Test 2 – Amateur<br />
First Cousin<br />
Frances Luse<br />
66.538<br />
If your competition mount is registered with it’s national breed organization, take the first step<br />
to qualifying for a breed award at DDC recognized shows—send a copy of your breed registration<br />
papers along with your show entry. Registration papers must be on hand before your ride to<br />
qualify for these awards.<br />
If you would like to see an award given for your favorite breed—Friesian, Quarter Horse, TB,<br />
Paint, POA, Dutch Warmblood, etc, consider sponsoring a high score award. Contact Linda<br />
Walker for helpful hints—LindaW@bellnunnally.com<br />
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DDC Spring Show—Champions & High Score Riders<br />
DDC wishes to thank some wonderful sponsors— Horse of Course Tack Shop which donated embroidered saddle pads for the<br />
High Score Awards for both Show I and Show II—Thanks Beth!<br />
Additionally, Peggy Dickson of Las Colinas Tack Shop, in concert with Ariat, donated Ariat Full Seat breeches which were<br />
awarded to both Saturday and Sunday FEI High Score winner. An Ariat Saddle pad and lamb’s wool grooming mitt were also<br />
donated by LCTS and awarded to the High Score Amateur rider– Saturday. Back in the Saddle Tack Catalog donated a $100.00<br />
gift certificate which also went to the High Score Amateur rider—Sunday.<br />
SHOW I CHAMPIONS - SATURDAY, MAY 10, <strong>2003</strong><br />
Level Junior/Young Rider Amateur Open HIGH SCORES<br />
Training<br />
Chelsea Braman<br />
#245 Rykle 66.4685<br />
Carrie Ferrer<br />
#220 Hap 70.0000<br />
Christina Kenyon<br />
#205 Five Pints 73.4850<br />
Junior/ Young Rider<br />
Elizabeth Day #260 Harwiebel<br />
First Level Test 4 73.0560<br />
First<br />
Elizabeth Day<br />
#260 Harwiebel 73.056<br />
Hilary Peurano<br />
#208 Athena 66.569<br />
None<br />
Adult Amateur<br />
Carrier Ferrer #220 Hap<br />
Training Level Test 2 70.0000<br />
Second None Carrie Wood<br />
#459 La Nuit 61.352<br />
A.Whit Watkins<br />
#350 Marin 64.314<br />
Open<br />
Colette Sossaman #937 Jovial D<br />
Training Level Test 4 76.5380<br />
Third None None Danielle Fussner<br />
#387 Keepsake 59.556<br />
Vintage<br />
Bruce Lawrie #300 Zeke<br />
Training Level Test 1 – AA 68.6360<br />
Fourth None None None Freestyle - None<br />
FEI None None Angel Ozer<br />
#405 Loki 65.0000<br />
FEI<br />
Angel Ozer #405 Loki<br />
Intermediate I – Open 65.0000<br />
Freestyle None None None<br />
Introductory Melissa Lockhart, #745 Prince Amedeo, 71.5000<br />
SHOW II CHAMPIONS - SUNDAY, MAY 11, <strong>2003</strong><br />
Level<br />
Training<br />
First<br />
Junior/Young<br />
Rider<br />
Ian Ahumada<br />
#954 O’Reilly 66.1653<br />
Chloe Wright<br />
#956 Mr. Kiss Kiss 64.951<br />
Carrie Ferrer<br />
#220 Hap 69.6155<br />
Amateur Open HIGH SCORES<br />
Terri Tupman<br />
#206 Demitasse 68.235<br />
Sabine Schut -Kery<br />
#246 Tiberius Von<br />
Jorrit PM 76.154<br />
None<br />
Junior/ Young Rider<br />
Elizabeth Day #260 Harwiebel<br />
Second Level Test 4 74.706<br />
Adult Amateur<br />
Carrier Ferrer #220 Hap<br />
Training Level Test 2 71.923<br />
Second None Carrie Wood<br />
#459 La Nuit 64.3345<br />
A Whit Watkins<br />
#350 Marin 69.211<br />
Open<br />
Sabine Schut -Kery<br />
#246 Tiberious Von Jorrit PM<br />
Training Level Test 4 76.154<br />
Third None None Danielle Fussner<br />
#387 Keepsake 60.00<br />
Vintage<br />
A. Whit Watkins #350 Marin<br />
Second Level Test 1 69.2110<br />
Fourth None None None Freestyle<br />
A Whit Watkins #350 Marin<br />
USDF Second Level Freestyle 67.50<br />
FEI None None Lisa Blackmon<br />
#285 Irnas<br />
62.00<br />
FEI<br />
Lisa Blackmon #285 Irnas<br />
Intermediare 62.00<br />
Freestyle None None None<br />
Introductory Shannon Sutton, 3783, Sandy Island Whirl, 63.643 %<br />
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Transitions, <strong>July</strong> <strong>2003</strong> Volume 4, Issue 7<br />
DDC BOARD OF DIRECTOR’S MEETING<br />
MINUTES, MAY 6, <strong>2003</strong> & MAY 26, <strong>2003</strong><br />
Two board meetings were held in May. The first focused on<br />
Spring Show planning and the second (special meeting) on budget<br />
planning. Because the 2nd meeting followed so closely after the<br />
first, the May 6th minutes were not ready for approval. Both sets<br />
of minutes will be reviewed and approved at the monthly meeting<br />
in <strong>July</strong>.<br />
CLASSIFIED ADS<br />
SERVICES<br />
X<br />
X<br />
X<br />
CLASSICAL DRESSAGE INSTRUCTION. Riding lessons (school<br />
horses available), longe lessons, training, clinics. Be the best you<br />
can be! Call Kass Lockhart at 972-317-7330 (12/03)<br />
IT’S NOT TOO LATE to add some Olympic blood to your breeding<br />
program. Standing at stude the Trakehner stallion TF Perons Brilliance.<br />
TF Perons Brilliance is the ONLY approved son of the<br />
famous Olympic stallion Peron. He is approved by the American<br />
Trakehner Association and the American Warmblood Society. For<br />
information call: (972) 287-5120 or e-mail Judylernst@msn.com<br />
FULL CARE BOARD - MIDLOTHIAN: Small private barn, large<br />
grass pastures, sand dressage arena. 24 hour turn out in good<br />
weather unless otherwise requested. $225./month. Nancy, 972-<br />
723-6663, nterry@ev1.net<br />
HORSES FOR LEASE<br />
X<br />
FOURTH LEVEL SCHOOLMASTER for lease. Flying changes are his<br />
specialty. 15 yo gray TB gelding, 16.3 hh. Professionally trained<br />
and ridden for 10 years - <strong>Dressage</strong>Horizons@aol.com or phone<br />
214.674.2765.<br />
HORSES FOR SALE<br />
X<br />
X<br />
X<br />
X<br />
X<br />
NAMASTE, Special TB mare, grey, working 2nd level correctly—<br />
approved in Hanovarian inspection. Really lovely. $18,000.<br />
Robinson—owner, Jon Helm –trainer. 817-877-5405.<br />
finley2@bigplanet.com<br />
Third/Fourth Level Hanoverian Schoolmaster for sale. 16.3, attractive<br />
bay gelding by FEI dressage stallion Armin. 16 years old,<br />
quiet, fun horse with big gaits that are very comfortable to sit.<br />
Easy flying changes, lateral work, and piaffe. $17,000.00 jmadriguera@aol.com<br />
BEAUTIFUL 13 YR TB Broodmare, Brown. Alydar Grandaughter.<br />
Excellent Bloodlines. Has produced 6 premium foals. Easy to<br />
work with and an Excellent mother!!! Would cross well with most<br />
any breed. Have last baby on site. $2500obo 940-482-9989.<br />
TWO TALENTED TWO YEAR OLDS Rohdiamont grandson out of<br />
Dutch Warmblood mare. Gaits for the big time. Bay will mature<br />
at 16-2+ $9500. Thoroughbred filly by See Me Com En out of<br />
mare by Preclusive (Secretariat/Native Dancer). Chestnut with<br />
chrome. Will mature at 16 H. She is fancy<br />
fancy. $3,800. louisahorses@att.net for photos. (817) 560-3100<br />
TAYLOR - ‘87 bay mare, reg TB, 16+hh, well schooled in dressage<br />
thru 1st level+, but prefers to jump, safe and brave, easily<br />
X<br />
jumping 2’6”-3’ with ability to do more. Very personable, good<br />
home a must. Too many horses, must sell. $4,500 OBO. (903)<br />
439-7717, leave message, Lewis_16881@msn.com<br />
13 YR OLD TB MARE, flea bit grey, 16.2H. Excellent mover!<br />
Sadly must sell. Best for brood mare or for the EXTREMELY<br />
experienced rider! Has had two babies previously and is an excellent<br />
mother. See pic's and bloodlines at www.agdirect.com and<br />
search under Silver Fairway. She is a deal at $2500. Been<br />
Schooled to 1st level. Lisa 942-422-6375 lgmontgomery@attbi.com<br />
X DELOULA—’88 dark bay mare, reg TB and ISR approved, 15’3”<br />
hh, broodmare, easy to breed and foal, has had 8 foals with no<br />
problems. Broke but very green due to career as broodmare.<br />
Sells open, ready to breed now for baby next year. Above average<br />
mover, all her foals have had beautiful heads and correct straight<br />
legs. $4,000 (903) 439-7717 Lewis_16881@msn.com<br />
X<br />
X<br />
X<br />
X<br />
X<br />
X<br />
X<br />
DUNCAN—’01 chestnut gelding, ATA (Trakehner) registered,<br />
16 hh and still growing. Beautiful head, very correct legs and a<br />
great mover. Grandsire is Hailo, GP dressage stallion. Too many<br />
horses, need to sell. $7,500 (903) 439-7717<br />
Lewis_16881@msn.com<br />
BLACK ARABIAN GELDING, Rebony Bey, Purebred Region VIII<br />
Top Five Western Pleasure . Shown Training level <strong>Dressage</strong><br />
60%’s) and first level. $10,000. Brownlee’s, 972-226-0366<br />
LILIA, Oldenberg mare, inspected and branded, age 4, by<br />
Lehnsritter. Chestnut, approx. 16.2 hh. Very sweet temperament<br />
and very nice gaits. Versatile, should be suitable for dressage,<br />
hunter or eventing. $15,000. Please call Beth Sorensen @<br />
817-312-6100 or Dana Gilbert @ 817-919-5508.<br />
LIRICO (LEHNSRITTER/ GRUNDSTEIN), 1999 Oldenburg NA gelding,<br />
17.1+ hands, mahogany bay with three socks and star, strip,<br />
and snip. Started under saddle in October 2002, and is willing and<br />
uncomplicated. Large movement that is easy to ride. Amy Bock,<br />
940- 206- 5756;minimoo@mindspring.com;<br />
www.woodbinefarmllc.com<br />
LUMINOSO (LEHNSRITTER/ GRUNDSTEIN), 2001 Oldenburg NA<br />
gelding, 16.1 hands and growing. Bright chestnut, four stockings,<br />
large star, and big, powerful gaits. Amy Bock, 940-206-5756;<br />
minimoo@mindspring.com; www.woodbinefarmllc.com<br />
RUBATO (ROUTINIER/ GRUNDSTEIN), 2002 GOV gelding<br />
awarded premium at foal inspection. Black with a few white hairs<br />
on forehead. Compact and very correct in conformation and gaits.<br />
Amy Bock, 940-206-5756; minimoo@mindspring.com;<br />
www.woodbinefarmllc.com<br />
AQHA 1994 15h. SORREL GELDING, Two-eyed Jack and Dry<br />
Doc bloodlines. Sweet disposition. Good with kids. Would be<br />
good for an intermediate rider. Has western and training level<br />
dressage training. $3,000 OBO. Nancy, 972-723-6663,<br />
nterry@ev1.net<br />
TRUCKS & TRAILERS<br />
X<br />
X<br />
4 HORSE SLANT LOAD TRAILER with dressing room.<br />
$15,000. Brownlees, 972-26-0366.<br />
TWO HORSE TRAILER Slant Load with dressing room. Drop down<br />
windows on both sides. 7'4" tall, 6'6" wide. White with blue<br />
stripes. Also great for mare and foal. Just 3,300 pounds - pull it<br />
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with a half ton. Excellent condition. $4,950 louisahorses@att.net<br />
for photos. (817) 560-3100<br />
2 HORSE STRAIGHT LOAD Sundowner TRAILER with ramp and<br />
tack/dressing room. $6,000. Caren Foster 214-485-0329<br />
TACK AND SUPPLIES<br />
X SIZE 16 GRAND PRIX COAT FOR SALE. Navy blue with 3 silver buttons<br />
in front and on each sleeve, 2 silver buttons in back. Worn<br />
once, originally $300, will sell for $150. Contact Doreen at<br />
doreen@cutts.org or 214-850-1087<br />
X BATES CAPRILLI GRAND PRIX DRESSAGE SADDLE, 17 1/2”<br />
Wide tree. Black. Excellent condition—3 1/2 years old, used 2<br />
1/2 years. $1000. Contact Joan Myrthue, 214-675-8385,<br />
jmdressage@msn.com<br />
X 17" BLACK KARL NIEDERSUSS dressage saddle, regular; reflocked,<br />
new billets to accommodate American straps; $700.<br />
Call Linda at 972/617-7079, or office 214/740-1463.<br />
X REMBRANDT DRESSAGE SADDLE, Black 17 1/2 seat. Medium<br />
tree. Very good condition, $950.00 Contact Jennifer at<br />
940-206-0652<br />
X THORNHILL DRESSAGE SADDLE for sale. 18" seat, good<br />
condition. It's a good starter saddle - $350 less fittings. call<br />
Mark at (972) 524-4661 from 8 AM - 5 PM or e-mail:<br />
markp@lrmhmrc.org<br />
X WINTEC ISABELL dressage saddle with CAIR, 18" seat, $625.<br />
Like new condition, one year old. Full set of small and large<br />
flexiblocks. Medium-wide gullet plate installed, but will sell with<br />
either the medium or the medium-wide plate, buyer's choice.<br />
Contact Sharon Miesen, 469-742-0828 or<br />
semiesen@hotmail.com<br />
X PRESTIGE 2000D DRESSAGE SADDLE, black, 17” seat, 33 cm<br />
tree, regular length flap. Bought new, used 7 months. Excellent<br />
condition. Retails $2300. Asking $2000. Beth<br />
@betron@covad.net or 214-923-8396<br />
X 17 1/2" COURBETTE FUTURA Soft Seat <strong>Dressage</strong> saddle.<br />
Standard size "flex" tree. All fittings included. Excellent condition.<br />
$550. McKinney area. 903-364-1287 (leave message).<br />
danapacedvm@hotmail.com<br />
OTHER/MISC<br />
X<br />
X<br />
X<br />
STALL SKINS - the alternative to stall mats at half the price too.<br />
12 x 12 kit, I have 5 of them, buy all or one @ $170 ea. Sandy<br />
Holcomb (903) 364-0973 or mariahsmanor@texoma.net<br />
NEED A GATOR but can't afford one Check out this gas powered<br />
EZ-Go Golf Cart, with a dumping bed. It has 6 gears, and<br />
enough power to drive down the road at 20 mph. Drag your<br />
arena, move hay and shavings. Excellent addition to your farm.<br />
Runs great! Only $850.00 (firm). E-mail for pics: klyonsdc@airmail.net<br />
or call (940) 453-7433.<br />
BARN KITTIES or PET! I have four “domestic short hair” kittens,<br />
well socialized to adult cat and dog, available for adoption—tan<br />
tabby, grey tabby and black/white. 3 Males/1 female.<br />
Old enough to take home in early <strong>July</strong>. Contact auntiefrancie@att.net,<br />
972-524-7157<br />
X CLASSIFIED ADS X<br />
The DDC Board voted to make non-service classified ads<br />
FREE for all DDC members. Length is limited to 6 lines<br />
(see above) and to no more than 3 free<br />
ads/person/month. Ads will run 2 months only, unless<br />
newsletter editor is notified at the end of that period. Total<br />
newsletter classified ad space will be limited to 1 1/2<br />
pages.<br />
STABLE CHAT<br />
Get Well Soon! Best wishes to our members who’ve managed<br />
serious injuries these past months—both Elizabeth Jeter and Michelle<br />
Cavanaugh managed to damage their ankles—in/about their horse trailers!<br />
Ugh. Hurry up and heal so you can get back in the saddle soon.<br />
Babies! Carol Bentzlin & Debbie Lavallee both have new foals.<br />
Carol’s is named Chiarra and Debbie’s KahKah Kaliente. We hope to<br />
see photos of them in next month’s newsletter.<br />
Way to Go! Carol Bentzlin reports that Lynn Seideman, riding<br />
Ryan (formerly owned by Carol) rode well at Festival of Champions,<br />
USET Hamilton Farms, Gladstone, NJ, making the team for the <strong>Dressage</strong><br />
Paralympics. Lynn trains with DDC member Renee Albrecq.<br />
Published Authors! DDC member Louisa Zai is co-author of an<br />
article in <strong>Dressage</strong> Today about German Riding Ponies—DDC member<br />
Sabine Schut Kery is quoted along with Proud Meadows owner Larry<br />
Riggs.<br />
Lynn and Ryan at DDC;s Spring Show (May <strong>2003</strong>)<br />
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The <strong>Dallas</strong> <strong>Dressage</strong> <strong>Club</strong><br />
www.dallasdressage.org<br />
<strong>2003</strong> Membership Application<br />
Renewal of all DDC Memberships is required by January 1st of each year. Included with your DDC membership is a group membership in the<br />
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