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“Striving Toward Riding Improvement and Dressage Education”
STRIDE is the Ocala, FL, Group Membership Organization (GMO) of the US Dressage Federation (USDF)
June 2012 Newsletter
President Hellena Smejda
352-351-9262
hellenas@mac.com
Immediate Past President Vickie Rollack
352-425-4000
Vickier352@aol.com
Vice President Irene Gentile
352-245-2730
pinkwoman55@aol.com
Recording Secretary Margaret Mayer
630-220-1521
mamayer02@earthlink.net
Treasurer Carola Sanz, 352-591-9715
Carola.sanz@windstream.net
Membership Secretary Judy Downer
352-854-7367
Starrynightfarm55@yahoo.com
Member-At-Large Barbara Brown, 352-427-7345
Dressage1@earthlink.net
Show Secretary Dibbie Dunnam, 352-466-3538
Gtrslfrm@aol.com
Advertising Staci Sperandeo
ads@stridedressage.org
Volunteer Coordinator Irene Gentile, 352-245-2730
pinkwoman55@aol.com
Webmaster Maurice Grafe, 352-591-9715
barn@stridedressage.org
Newsletter Editor Lisa Walsh, 352-812-1262
lisawalsh@embarqmail.com
Newsletter is published on www.stridedressage.org
and www.stridedressage.com (slower internet)
Facebook Administrator Loretta Lucas
(352) 854-7803 meadowlarkhill@earthlink.net
https://www.facebook.com/pages/STRIDE-Dressageof-Ocala-FL/349556955055622
NEXT MEETING: Saturday, June 23 at Rebel
Ridge Farm, 1001 NE 105 th Lane, Anthony, 1pm.
This membership meeting is after the Training
Show. Bring a dish to share; come even if you
do not participate in the Training Show!
June 23 (Sat.): STRIDE Training Show, 8am-1pm.
Rebel Ridge Farm, 1001 NE 105 th Lane, Anthony.
Organizer: Charlotte RebelRidge@aol.com
July 18 (Wed.): STRIDE Membership Meeting,
7:00 pm. Katie Walker speaking on how to use
Facebook and Twitter. At CF Equine Studies
Building. No food will be served.
July 31 (Mon.): STRIDE Board of Directors
Meeting, 6 pm.
Aug 18 (Sat): STRIDE Membership Meeting and
Pool Party, 6-9 pm, Lonni Bechen’s, Weirsdale.
Sept 1: New Membership Year Begins
Sept 16 (Sun): Free Driving Clinic By A. Hartnett
Sept 17: STRIDE Board of Directors Meeting, 6 pm
Sept 19 (Wed): STRIDE Membership Meeting
Sept 30: STRIDE Schooling Show, Fla Horse Park.
Oct 17 (Wed): STRIDE Membership Meeting
Oct 28: STRIDE Schooling Show, Fla Horse Park.
Nov TBD: (Sat-Sun) STRIDE Riding Camp
Dec 15 (Sat.): STRIDE Annual Banquet & Year End
Awards & 2013 Officer Installation
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PRESIDENT’S MESSAGE
This is an information packed newsletter
describing all the things your club does. We are
fortunate indeed to have such a wealth of
Dressage resources and opportunities in Ocala.
We’re also fortunate to have an active
membership. Thank you to each person who has
contributed to STRIDE.
As a group, you have donated literally hundreds
of hours of your time and energy: entering our
shows, volunteering at our shows, organizing
and running the shows, attending meetings,
speaking at our meetings, posting comments
and photos on our Facebook page, posting
classified ads, purchasing your products from our
business sponsors and advertisers, making
suggestions, etc., etc.
DID YOU KNOW?
STRIDE’s Recording Secretary, Margaret Mayer,
does a lot of traveling, whether to a horse show,
Chicago, or to Princeton, New Jersey where Mr.
Mayer works. From Ocala, she also manages a
Chicago dressage barn with 20 boarders. That’s
impressive! She says the distance makes it
easier, since she can focus on operations.
In addition to competing in STRIDE shows,
Margaret participated in the Sunshine State and
Live Oak Invitational this year. Go Margaret!
A special thank you also to each Board member
and past Board members who continue to help
and non-Board volunteers who run our
infrastructure: show secretary, newsletter editor,
webmaster, Facebook administrator, and ad
manager.
Saturday, June 23 we are holding our annual
volunteer training show at Rebel Ridge Farm in
Anthony. Charlotte Trentelman is organizing this
day as well as the next day’s (non-STRIDE) “Dog
Days T-Shirt” show, a benefit for the Humane
Society. See pages 2 and 3 for more info.
This issue of the newsletter features two “advice”
articles: summer feet (horses) and bears.
You’ll also find the minutes of the last Board
meeting and a calendar page that you can
print out and post on your refrigerator.
Hope to see you soon at one of our events!
3 rd Place at Sunshine State this spring
Her farm in Ocala houses four dressage horses
ranging in age from 13 to 32, and a growing
herd of driving ponies. Little Black is the pony
she drove in the CDE competitions. Margaret’s
barn also houses her two dogs, Andy the
Airedale and Izzie the Welsh Terrier. Pierre St.
Jacque’s horses, including Lucky Tiger also live in
her barn. Pierre is hoping to make the Olympic
team this year.
Thank you, Margaret Mayer, for your service to
STRIDE.
Hellena
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Wanted!
Riders and Volunteers-To-Be
Saturday June 23
STRIDE Annual Volunteer Training Show from 8 AM to 1 PM
and General Membership Meeting from 1 PM - 2:30 PM
Here’s a chance to ride a test for free (Intro, Training, First and Second levels)
and to learn how to judge, scribe, calculate scores, use the Fox Village show
software, and otherwise volunteer at our shows. Every participant will receive
one STRIDE voucher ($20) to use at our next two shows.
Charltotte Trentelman is organizing the show. Please contact her via email:
RebelRidge@aol.com (this is faster than voice mail).
Schedule:
8 AM Pick up packets and have coffee & donuts
8:30 AM briefing of scribes, scorers, and potential judges (yes, we need
potential judges, even if you’ve never done it before!)
9 AM – 1 PM Rides, judging, scribing, running, gate stewarding
9 AM – 1 PM: Training for scorers, show managers and other volunteer positions
1 PM – 1:30 Questions and Answers about STRIDE shows
1 PM – 2:30 PM General membership meeting and pot luck lunch.
Join us even if you are not participating in the training or learning. Meet new
friends and bring a friend to introduce to STRIDE. Meet STRIDE Board members
and make your voice heard.
Stalls (about 15) that are cleaned out before leaving are free on a first reserved, first
served basis. If you’re staying for Sunday’s benefit show, they’re $15.
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Rebel Ridge Farm, Inc. Presents
DOG DAYS SCHOOLING T-SHIRT DRESSAGE SHOW
Sunday, June 24, 2012 Closing date: June 18 Judge: Vickie Rollack
Location: Rebel Ridge Farm, 1001 NE 105 Lane, Anthony, FL Directions on web site: rebelridge.net
Proceeds to Marion County Humane Society. Participants and spectators are encourage to bring bags and cans of dog and cat food to be delivered
to the Humane Society shelter. Drinks and light snacks available. Please note: This is not a STRIDE Dressage Association event, so no points are
awarded for year end awards and no STRIDE vouchers are accepted for payment.
Special awards for Funniest, Oldest Dated, Prettiest, and Farthest Away T-Shirts (Atlas will be used to determine)
First place awards and ribbons to sixth place. And, see * below.
1. Intro A Novice Horse 10. Training Level 1 AA/Jr
2. Intro B Novice Horse 11. Training Level 2 AA/Jr
3. Intro C Novice Horse * 12. Training Level 3 AA/Jr*
4. Intro A Novice Rider 13. First Level 1 Open
5. Intro B Novice Rider 14. First Level 2 Open
6. Intro C Novice Rider* 15. First Level 3 Open *
7. Training Level 1 Open 16. First Level 1 AA/Jr
8. Training Level 2 Open 17. First Level 2 AA/Jr.
9. Training Level 3 Open* 18. First Level 3 AA/Jr.*
19: Second Level and Above Test of Choice (Sec. 3*) . Class 19 may
be entered more than once. State level and test on entry.
* Intro C, and, Training, First and Second Level 3 class will receive special mementos for “Top Dog in Competition”.
Attire: Very Casual! ASTM helmets and boots required when mounted. T-Shirts encouraged.
Tack: ANY saddle may be used. Snaffle bits for tests through Second Level. Double bridle optional for Third Level and Above tests.
Arenas: 20 X 40 Covered ring for Intro through Training Level. 20 X 60 Outdoor ring for First level and above.
Dogs: Obedient dogs may attend on leashes. Children should be supervised. Barking dogs and crying children will not be allowed in the ring or warm
up areas. For further information contact Charlotte Trentelman 352-629-6729, or rebelridge@aol.com .
ENTRY FORM FOR REBEL RIDGE FARM, INC. DOG DAYS SCHOOLING T-SHIRT DRESSAGE SHOW, JUNE 24, 2012
Rider:
Horse:
Address:
Contact telephone number:
Email:
Classes entered:_____ _____ ______ ______ _______ at $15 each class = Entry total of $__________
Stabling: First come first served, $15/may ship in Saturday afternoon $__________ Arriving Saturday? Yes____ No _____
(No grounds fee.)
Office fee: (All office fees to be donated to MCHS) $5 $____
Total all fees and stabling $__________
Make Checks payable to Rebel Ridge Farm, Inc. and mail with current Coggins to Charlotte Trentelman, PO Box 381, Anthony, FL 32617
RELEASE FORM MUST BE SIGNED AND RETURNED WITH CURRENT COGGINS AND PAYMENT
The undersigned does herewith release REBEL RIDGE FARM, INC., and JOHN C. And CHARLOTTE TRENTELMAN, their heirs and assigns, from
any and all liability that may arise out of the use of the farm for any reason, and from any and all liability, damages, or causes of action which the
undersigned could assert against Rebel Ridge Farm, Inc., and/or Trentelman because of injury or other damages suffered by the undersigned arising
out of this activity.
UNDER FLORIDA LAW, AN EQUINE ACTIVITY SPONSOR OR EQUINE PROFESSIONAL IS NOT LIABLE FOR AN INJURY TO, OR THE DEATH
OF, A PARTICIPANT IN EQUINE ACTIVITIES RESULTING FROM THE INHERENT RISKS OF EQUINE ACTIVITIES.
Signature (if minor, by guardian):_____________________________________________ Dated this _____ day of _________, 2012
Printed Name of Signer:__________________________________________________________________
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DOES YOUR HORSE HAVE THE SUMMER BLUES?
By Brent Barrett, DVM
It is common for horse’s feet to fall apart in the
wet summer months. In June or July, we begin
to see an increase in chips, crumbling, flares (the
hoof wall has a bend or arc instead of being
straight from the hairline to the ground) and
loose nails or shoes. This often results in what we
view as “platter or pancake” foot. Some of
these horses will become foot sore, although
they have been comfortable previously in the
year. For the farrier, as well as the owner, this
can be a very frustrating time of year. Why does
this happen and what can we do about it?
The main problem is excess moisture absorbed
within the hoof from early morning dew,
increased humidity and common afternoon
rains. As the moisture content of the hoof
increases, the wall and sole become softer. This
causes both decreased integrity and resistance
to wear. This also leads to an increase in flares
and a loss of sole depth creating the pancake
foot. Softer hoof walls and flaring make it more
difficult to keep the nails and therefore, the
shoes tight if the horse is shod. The loss of sole
depth is typically the cause of horses becoming
ouchy, especially on hard ground.
What can we do?
Maintain feet: Keep the trim/shoeing interval at
no more than 4 or 5 weeks even if the feet don’t
look very long. This makes it easier to keep the
flares at a minimum. As much flare should be
removed as possible without thinning the hoof
wall too much (this is a judgment call by your
farrier). Especially in flat feet, the sole is sacred
and should be preserved as much as possible. It
is also crucial to remove the appropriate
amount of wall as to provide adequate
clearance between the sole and ground. If your
horse is barefoot, products such as Vettec Sole
Guard, hoof casts, Hoof Armor and boots may
aid in getting you through the tough times.
Some horses may need shoes to stay
comfortable if doing heavy work. However, if
improperly applied, shoes can make the
problem worse. There are specific ways to shoe
these feet to improve the lack of sole depth. This
is a topic for another discussion.
Management: Decreasing the amount of
exposure to the moisture (including the number
of baths) will help when possible. Using hoof
dressings with venice turpentine or Keratex Hoof
Hardener may also be helpful. It is critical to
communicate with your farrier. Discuss any
soreness concerns so they will know when there
is a problem that needs to be addressed, ideally
sooner rather than later. If your horse is sore on a
regular basis after trimming or shoeing,
something needs to change.
Although a challenging time of year, your horse
doesn’t have to be sore all summer. The options
are many and depend on time, management
possibilities, finances, and your farrier’s skill level.
Dr. Barrett is a licensed veterinarian and a Certified
Journeyman Farrier. His practice is based in Ocala,
and focuses primarily on foot-associated lameness.
He currently is teaching the Farrier Science course at
the College of Central Florida’s Equine Program.
FISH AND WILDLIFE COMMISSION (FWC) TO
FLORIDA RESIDENTS: BE ‘BEAR AWARE’
Love is in the air for Florida black bears.
Breeding season for bears runs from June to July,
and the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation
Commission (FWC) is reminding homeowners
that bears are moving around, foraging for food
and looking for mates.
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According to FWC bear management program
coordinator Dave Telesco, the agency is seeing
an increase in calls about bears in
neighborhoods around the state. The animals
are lured into neighborhoods to feast on
unsecured trash. His best advice: Do not feed
the bears. It is also illegal to feed bears in
Florida.
“Problems arise when bears have access to
people-related food sources such as pet foods,
garbage, barbecue grills, birdseed or livestock
feed,” Telesco said. “Bears learn very quickly to
associate people with food, and this puts the
animals at increased risk of illegal kills or crossing
highways and getting hit by vehicles.”
Black bears normally are too shy to risk contact
with humans, but their strong food drive can
overwhelm these instincts. Residents can help
these bears “move on,” so they don’t cause a
conflict. “If people remove the attractants, the
bears will stay where we want them to stay – in
wooded areas – and not enter urban and
suburban neighborhoods,” Telesco said.
Properly storing and securing garbage is a
proven method of discouraging bears.
Barbecue grills should be stored in a secure
place, such as a garage or a sturdy shed when
they are not in use (typically evenings). Keep
garbage cans secure and only place them
outside on the morning of pickup, rather than
the night before. People can encourage their
neighbors, community or local government to
use bear-resistant trash containers or dumpsters.
To find out where to get them, go to
MyFWC.com/Bears and select “Brochures &
Other Materials.”
“Another way people can help is to feed pets
indoors or bring in dishes after feeding,” Telesco
said.
“Relocating bears is not always the best option,”
Telesco explained. “Most bears do not stay
where we put them, and more than half of the
bears we move just end up causing conflicts
again in a new location.”
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“If you see a black bear, remain calm. Don’t run.
Walk calmly toward a building or vehicle and
get inside,” Telesco said. “If you have children or
pets, bring them inside. Once you are in a
secure location, encourage the bear to leave
by banging pots and pans, blowing a car or air
horn or whistle. The more stressful a bear’s
encounter with you, the less likely it is to come
back.”
If a bear is in a tree, leave it alone. Remove
people and dogs from the area. The bear
usually will come down and leave when it feels
safe, which is typically after dark.
If the bear is threatening the safety of humans,
pets or livestock or is causing property damage,
report it to the FWC at 888-404-FWCC (3922).
Residents can find out more about living with
black bears at MyFWC.com/Bear.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS ABOUT BEARS
Q. How many bears are there in Florida?
A. The best scientifically valid population
estimates total 2,500 to 3,000 bears statewide.
Bears currently live in eight relatively isolated
areas. While some populations appear to be
doing well, others are still recovering.
Q. What do I do if I see a bear?
A. If you encounter a bear at close range,

emain standing upright, back up slowly and
speak to the bear in a calm, assertive voice. Do
NOT feed or intentionally attract bears. If a bear
eats something on your property, take note of
what it is and secure it once the bear leaves.
NEVER approach or surprise a bear. If you see a
bear from a distance, enjoy the experience, but
do not move toward the bear. If you are close,
do not make any sudden or abrupt movements.
Back way slowly and be sure the bear has an
obvious escape route.
If you are in your yard:
• Make sure you are in a safe area and that
the bear has a clear escape route. Then,
make noise or bang pots and pans to scare
the bear away.
• Do NOT turn your back, play dead, climb a
tree or run. Back away slowly into the house
or a secure area.
• Avoid direct eye contact. Bears and many
other animals may view this as aggressive
behavior.
• Report any bear that is threatening the safety
of humans, pets or livestock to the FWC’s
Wildlife Alert hotline, 888-404-FWCC(3922)
(see the “contact us” page). Cell phone
users can call *FWC or #FWC.
Q. Are black bears fast runners or good
climbers?
A. Absolutely! Bears can run up to 35 mph and
climb 100 feet up a tree in 30 seconds! Do NOT
run or climb a tree when you encounter a bear.
• Don't run. Running triggers a chase instinct in
many animals, including bears. You can’t
outrun a bear.
• Don't climb a tree. Bears are excellent tree
climbers. Mother black bears often send their
cubs up a tree when they sense danger. You
don’t want to end up in a tree with a couple
of cubs above you and a mother bear below
you! If a bear chases you, you'll just end up
fending off a bear in a tree rather than on
the ground.
• Don’t play dead or turn your back on the
bear. Back away slowly, make sure the bear
has a clear escape route. Stop and hold your
ground if your movement away seems to
irritate instead of calm the bear.
If bears feel threatened, they may clack their
teeth together, moan, blow, huff or paw the
ground. The bear is showing you that it is as
uncomfortable with the situation as you are.
These are not indications of aggressive intent or
an imminent attack. Truly predatory or
aggressive black bears are eerily silent.
Q. What do I do if the bear stands up on its hind
legs?
A. If the bear stands up, this is NOT an aggressive
behavior. The bear is only trying to see you
better to figure out what you are and assess
whether or not you are a threat. Back away
slowly, making sure the bear has a clear escape
route.
Q. What do I do if a bear comes toward me or
attacks?
A. If the bear paws the ground, huffs and puffs,
clacks and snorts, or runs directly at you but
stops before reaching you and returns to where
it started, it is trying to scare you off. If you stand
your ground, the bear will likely stop and move
away. No matter what happens, do not run
away. Continue slowly backing away, talking
and holding up your arms. The bear may charge
or vocalize several times until it is comfortable
turning its back on you and leaving.
While there have been no predatory bear
attacks on people in Florida, more than a dozen
people have been bitten and scratched by
bears defending themselves, cubs or food
sources.
If a black bear attacks you: Fight back
aggressively. People in other states have
successfully fended off black bear attacks using
rocks, sticks or even their bare hands. Bears are
wild animals and must be respected. Even
though they are typically quiet and shy animals,
they have the potential to seriously harm
humans. Do not take unnecessary risks. ■
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MINUTES OF STRIDE DRESSAGE BOARD MEETING
May 21, 2012 At Barbara Brown’s
Submitted by Secretary Margaret Mayer
Unanimously accepted by Board on 5/30/12
2012 Board Attended: Hellena Smejda, Irene
Gentile, Carola Sanz, Margaret Mayer, Judy
Downer, Vickie Rollack, Barbara Brown. Guest:
Loretta Lucas
Hellena called the meeting to order at 7:00 pm.
The minutes of the March 2012 Membership
meeting had been previously accepted by e-
mail and were published in the April newsletter.
They are also available online at
http://stridedressage.org/stride_business.htm .
On January 16 there had been a discussion of
changing business meetings to be separate from
general meetings. Irene made a motion to
accept. Loretta seconded the motion. The
motion passed. However, although this has
streamlined the general meeting, it made
several members who have put much time and
effort into the club feel left out of the decision
making process. They were made to feel
isolated and uninvolved. Loretta Lucas brought
this to the Board’s attention. The board revisited
their January decision and discussed at length
how to correct the decision. As a result, a short
business meeting will be held at the beginning of
each general membership meeting.
Hellena passed out copies of the 2012 budget,
and reported that income from shows is higher
than budgeted earlier this year. While the
budget projected an income of $63 for the year,
the new estimate is to end the year with net
income (over 2012 expenses) of $2,463. Hellena
noted, however, that in 2013 STRIDE will be
spending an additional $1,750 in higher Florida
Horse Park fees ($350 more per show), so a close
watch on expenses is still in order.
Barbara presented the dates being considered
for the 2013 show series. They are February 17,
March 31, May 19, September 29, and October
27. These still could change because Barbara is
on the lookout for conflicts with eventing and
driving shows that would affect our attendance.
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The Florida Horse Park submitted a draft contract
which would add $350 per show to cover
expenses that until now have been included at
no charge (even though they are chargeable
items). The Board postponed accepting the 2013
contract pending Barbara’s review of potential
date conflicts.
Loretta has volunteered to be in charge of
keeping our Facebook page active. The page is
at https://www.facebook.com/pages/STRIDE-
Dressage-of-Ocala-FL. Loretta will approach our
official show photographer, Sylvia Palmer, to
send us (at no charge) at least 5 photos from
each show to display on the page. This will also
help promote her business. We need to
encourage all STRIDE members to “Like” us and
post their show, training, or just fun photos of
their horses.
Wow, once again we are discussing the shows
and how to make them run smoothly so they are
a pleasure to the competitors and the
volunteers. An ad hoc Show Committee was
formed. Judy Downer will be the chairperson.
Other members are Barbara Brown, Irene Gentile
and Vickie Rollack, as well as Charlotte
Trentelman (who is not a Board member). The
Committee will meet with the Show Secretary
and also resolve issues that have been open to
interpretation. The following were discussed:
• Define and streamline daily show
championships.
• Make clear in future Omnibus what exactly
qualifies as novice rider and open classes.
• Final schedule needs to be in volunteer
coordinator’s hands the Monday before the
show.
• The final times are on the program (not on
the board) and are placed in the show
packet.
• Create a “request for proposal” for the paid
show secretary job for 2013.
• Create a volunteer job description for each
position, so that everyone knows what is
expected.
• Place this volunteer list on our web page.
• Include volunteer preference line on 2013
STRIDE membership application.

• Form a volunteer committee so Irene is not
always stuck with the hot potato the day of
the show.
• Create a proper hitching guide, as ADS
requires at their shows. This will go in the
packets. We have relaxed shows but they still
must be as safe as possible. Barbara has
volunteered to take charge of this also.
We reviewed our calendar for the rest of the
year (see calendar on last page of minutes)
• Our next event is the Volunteer training day
on June 23, which Charlotte is graciously
hosting at her farm in Anthony, Rebel Ridge.
8 am. to 1pm. General Membership meeting
and Potluck lunch to follow, bring a dish to
pass. Each rider or volunteer trainer receives
a STRIDE voucher, and each volunteer
trainee receives a voucher but only if they
sign up that day to volunteer at either the
Sept or Oct show.
• July 18, Possibly a lecture on Social Media.
(Usually we do not have a July meeting).
Judy Downer will check with Katie Walker
whether she is willing to present.
• July 31, Board Meeting Monday at 6pm, at
Margaret Mayer’s.
• August 18, from 6-9 pm. pool party and
general membership meeting at Lonni
Bechen’s.
• August: 2013 board nominations begin.
• Audrey Hartnett has offered to do one free
(to the club) driving clinic. It may happen at
CraneWood South unless she has a location
she would prefer. Irene Gentile will confirm
date and location with Audrey. Note added
on 5/30: Date confirmed Sept 16, location
TBD.
• Hellena is looking for ideas for speakers in
Sept and Oct.
• The 2013 nominations for officers will be
presented at the October meeting, and the
election will be held at the November
general membership meeting to be held on
Saturday of the riding clinic.
• Karen Kennedy is chairing November’s riding
clinic. Date and particulars are still in the
works.
• Our general meetings are being changed to
the 3 rd . Wednesday of each month (unless
otherwise noted when held with clinics or
other events), due to conflicts with another
local Dressage group, since some of our
members belong to both groups.
• The Banquet and year end awards
ceremony will be held Dec 15. Irene is
chairing the banquet committee and needs
additional volunteers.
Irene suggested that STRIDE award her friend Ellie
Wright with an Honorary Membership, due to
Ellie’s all-day volunteering at all our shows.
Motion was made by Barbara Brown and
seconded by Judy Downer. Passed Unanimously.
Hellena adjourned the meeting. Irene seconded
the motion. All agreed; the meeting was
adjourned.
Olympics Flash
Ocala’s Pierre St. Jacques will be at the June
selection trials in Gladstone after winning big at the
Lexington, KY CDI3* in May. Wish them well at
https://www.facebook.com/pages/Pierre-Samantha-
St-Jacques/326085443020
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STRIDE Calendar June - December
STRIDE 2012
CALENDAR
SHOWS –
Sundays,
Florida Horse Park
CLINICS
MEMBERSHIP
MEETINGS
BOARD
MEETINGS
JUNE
6/23/12 (Saturday):
Volunteer training show,
Rebel Ridge, 8-1
6/23/12 Saturday: 1pm, at Training
Show, Rebel Ridge, Pot Luck
JULY
7/18/12 (Wed): 7pm: Meeting with
Speaker Katie Walker on using
Facebook and Twitter.
At CF Equine building.
7/31/12 (Monday)
6PM - BOARD MEETING
AUGUST
8/18/12 (Saturday 6-9) General
Membership meeting & pool party,
Lonni Bechen’s, Weirsdale
2013 Officer Nominations
begin
SEPTEMBER 9/30/12: SHOW #4 Sept 16, Free Hartnett
Driving Clinic, Cranewood
South, Ocala
9/19/12: (Wed) SPEAKER TBD &
Meeting, 6:30 - 8:30 pm
9/17/12 (Monday) 6PM -
BOARD MEETING
OCTOBER 10/28/12: SHOW #5 10/17/12 (Wednesday): SPEAKER &
TBD & Meeting, 6:30 – 8:30 pm
2013 Officers Slate Presentation
NOVEMBER
Date & location to be
determined: 2-day RIDING
CLINIC
Lunch & General Membership
meeting at Sat Riding Clinic
2013 Officers Election
11/7/12 (Wed) Year End
Awards Committee meets
DECEMBER
12/15/12 Saturday evening:
Banquet, Location TBD
2013 Installation of
Officers at Banquet
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STRIDE Picnic
& Pool Party !!!
Ok…we can have a meeting too! Come meet new STRIDE
members, catch up with old STRIDE members, and share ideas
for the upcoming fall show season. Peel those britches off, we
all have white legs, and jump in the pool!
Hear all the latest news from the horse’s mouth!
When? Saturday, August 18, 6pm til…..?
Where? Lonni Bechen’s house, from
north, go 9 miles south of Belleview on 441, turn
left/east on CR42, go 3 miles towards Weirsdale
and turn right on SE 130 Ave.
turn right 8/10th mile, @ black board fence, Oak
Hill Farm sign on fence - #17244 – go to house at
top of hill.
Bring? Picnic dish & bathing suit and
volunteers for the September show!
(that was worth a shot!)
Call Lonni at 821-3459 or oakhilleclipse@yahoo.com
for more info./food coordinating.
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STRIDE ADVERTISING RULES and RATES
WHERE ADS APPEAR: The STRIDE e-newsletter (digital version only,
emailed as PDF) is published 11 times a year (no July). Classified ads
and display ads also appear on both STRIDE websites:
www.STRIDEdressage.org (and wwwSTRIDEdressage.com for viewers
with slower internet connections).
AD DEADLINE: Payment and/or order must be received by 25 th of
preceding month.
QUESTIONS: Ad Manager Staci Sperandeo, ads@STRIDEdressage.org
CLASSIFIED AD RATES
• STRIDE members: First 50 words FREE (email to
ads@STRIDEdressage.org by 25 th of preceding month). Additional
words at 5 cents per word. Payment must accompany order for ads
over 50 words. The Ad Manager reserves the right to edit free ads
submitted at greater than 50 word length.
• Non-members: 5 cents per word. Payment must accompany order.
• Renewals: Classified ads run for 2 months (see months listed in
brackets at the end of your ad). To renew, notify us by email to
ads@stridedressage.org by the 25th of the preceding month (e.g.,
Jan 25 for Feb issue).
DISPLAY AD RATES: Two sizes only
• Business card size (3.5" wide by 2" high): $10 per month or $100
prepaid for 11 issues (no July)
• Full page: $45 per month or pre-paid annual rate $450 prepaid
• Check must accompany order
• Complete ads must be submitted in electronic format to
ads@stridedressage.org
SPONSOR ADS: Businesses that offer STRIDE members a 10%
discount get a FREE business-card size ad. Ad must be submitted in
electronic format, and contain the words "10% Discount for STRIDE
Members.”
MAIL CHECKS TO: STRIDE Ads, c/o Staci Sperandeo, PO Box 242,
Ocklawaha, FL 32183
Now you can advertise with a photo
if you submit a complete business card size ad.
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Ad must be ready to insert, in jpg format
3.5" wide by 2" high
$10 per month – Prepaid
Due by 25 th of month preceding (no July issue)
1) Email jpg file to ads@stridedressage.org
and
2) Mail check to STRIDE Ads, c/o S. Sperandeo,
PO Box 242, Ocklawaha, FL 32183
STRIDE CLASSIFIED ADS – JUNE 2012
HORSES FOR SALE OR LEASE
Horse for Lease: IAHA/AHAF Legion of Honor solid First level Half-Arab
multi-champion dressage/ sport horse (11 yrs. old) available on site
to lease, schooling Second level - perfect adult amateur horse,
trained by Greta Wrigley. Contact Lonni 352-821-3459 or
oakhilleclipse@marion.k12.fl.us [June/Aug]
16.3 h Selle Francais Third - Fourth Level Schoolmaster, Onsite lease.
NW 21st Ocala. Ride 4 -5 days a week, required one lesson per
week. Lovely, kind, willing horse will teach you the ropes. Bombproof
at shows. $450.00 / month. Anna Toomey 352 484 5013 [June/Aug]

TB gelding needs a forever home. 16.1h, bay, green broke in a dressage
home. 5Yrs old, ez keeper, goes in a herd, no vices. Needs a rider of
his own. Raised at home, never raced, has JC papers. Just needs
more saddle time. Free to a good home. call 352-237-6310.
[May/June]
Flashy, upper level prospect, 16.1 h TB mare for sale.
Consistent high scores in dressage. Training level champion, now
showing first level and schooling second. Eventing novice level- her
first debut finished second off her dressage score of a 28! videos
and pictures available. Kerryann Schade 352-812-4844
Kerryann_mcginn@ hotmail.com [June/Aug]
Available for adoption: Registered 9 year old chestnut Morgan gelding,
Aerie Meadow Yuriel, located in Tampa. Professionally trained to
drive & also rides. Yuri is a sweet boy. His adoption fee is $500. An
adoption contact & reference checks are required. More information
at www.forevermorgans.org and www.morganshowcase.com.
Contact: forevermorgans@hotmail.com" [June/Aug]
To a good home, an aged dark bay driving gelding. Arab- saddle bred
cross, a National Show Horse. Excellent mover and well mannered.
Good show record in both Arab and open competition. He was the
Reserve Driving Champion at the Region Twelve competition
several years ago. 1-352-816-1030 [June/Aug]
For sale or lease. 19 yo Bay registered Morgan mare. Excellent driving
horse. 14.3h 4 yo Bay registered Shetland show pony gelding.
Started driving. 9 yo Dark Bay Thoroughbred gelding. Aged
Jerusalem donkey. 352-812-1262 [June/Aug]
AQHA, A Rare Feature, 15h chestnut gelding for sale. 14 yo. Excellent
manners, conformation, breeding. Natural trail, cow or dressage
horse. Multiple world champion bloodlines. Professionally finished.
“Champ” has competed in cow-dog trials and been camping. $2,500.
Video at http://youtu.be/fENhKTmC0Jg 352-812-1262
[June/Aug]
INSTRUCTION and TRAINING
Dressage instruction/training, 30 years experience, specializing in
confidence building, balanced seat training for Dressage. Timid
riders and beginners accepted. Reasonable rates, at your location or
in covered arena with mirrors at Rebel Ridge. Also available to train,
ride, show. Vickie Rollack, A.S. Equine Studies with honors. (352)
425-4000 or vickier352@aol.com. [June/Aug]
Improve yourself & horse with solid explanations from experienced BHS
Trainer/Instructor. Author, USDF Silver Medalist. Will evaluate
progress by riding & feeling your horse, every step of the way. Love
to teach all levels. Full board available, beautiful 42 acres, full size
dressage arena, clay/sand/fiber. (352) 425-1506
www.trainingdressage.com. E-mail Jacqui@trainingdressage.com
[May/June]
SERVICES
Professional Body clipping, show braiding and grooming, farm and pet
sitting. Excellent references, reasonable rates. Vickie Rollack (352)
425-4000 or vickier352@aol.com. [June/Aug]
HORSE BOARDING
Boarding S. Marion Co: Oak Hill Farm has one opening. Includes turn
out, paddock, stall, feeding twice a day, blanketing, and dressage
arena. Adjacent to 500 acres of trails. Located close to The Villages
& Grand Oaks. Experienced Eventing/Dressage trainer (Katie
Walker) on site to ride/train/exercise your horse, very affordable
rates. Cross country jump course. $350/mth. Contact Lonni 352-821-
3459 or oakhilleclipse@marion.k12.fl.us [June/Aug]
Boarding with miles of Trails. Large stalls, dressage arena with mirror
and light. Lush pastures with shade trees. All day group turnout.
Your feed or mine. Retired show horses available for on farm lease,
English, Western, Dressage, great on trails. Located 12 miles west
of Ocala.Www.Alwaysabreeze.com 352-861-7405 Kathy Rohlwing
[June/Aug]
Boarding available, full service facility. Dressage arena, jumps, round
pen, racetrack use, underwater treadmill available, trails. All
disciplines welcome, stallions welcome.
www.mcginnstablesofocala.com 352-812-4844 [June/Aug]
EQUIPMENT, APPAREL AND TACK FOR SALE
FOR SALE Black Crosby Prix St. Georges dressage saddle.17" seat.
Includes leathers. Pristine condition. New $1,200 Sacrifice $650.
Stubben Siegfrid 161/2 seat, havana, leathers. Excellent condition.
New $2195.Sell $1,000. 352-351-2782. [May/June]
Balance Nexus Saddle, wide tree, B seat, like new. Two sets of blocks,
two sets of lambskin extra thick pads, and two sets of three types of
JB pads. $2700 or best offer for whole package. Will consider sale of
saddle alone. Call Maxene at 352-816-0394 or e-mail
MRenner3@cfl.rr.com [June/Aug]
2 wheeled carriage 4 sale. Powdered coated gloss black, aluminum,
steel components, wooden single tree, wooden painted wheels (48”).
Brown seat cover over vinyl seat, two new carpets, and a basket.
Fits a 15+ hand horse. For modifications see manufacturer,
(gscart.com). Pat Glenton 352-682-3721, pictures
patglenton@gmail.com . $1200.00. [June/Aug]
FOR SALE: Courbette Trenck D Cutback Dressage Saddle, medium
spring tree, 16 ½ inch seat, with Courbette leathers/irons. Great
condition show saddle, house kept. $550.00 OBO Call Robin at 352-
402-9973. [May/June]
FOR SALE: Zaldi Ledyard Close Contact Cutback Jump Saddle, medium
tree, 16 ½ seat, with leathers and irons. Great condition show
saddle, house kept. $450 OBO. Robin at 352-402-9973. [May/June]
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Prestige Opti Max dressage saddle for sale, 17 in seat and 34 cm tree
(meduim wide) with a short flap, does not seem very short.
Excellent condition, will be 3 years old in late July. $2895. Call
or email Gaile Gibson at 352-669-3294 or bggibson@centurylink.net.
[May/June]
Black Collegiate Dressage Saddle with gold piping, 17 in. deep seat.
Prestine condition, used only for showing $625.00. Saddles have
straight long flap for classical dressage leg position, semi-cut back
pommel, medium tree. Saddle fit to Thoroughbreds, Quarter horses
and Appx. Call 352-509-4288 or 301-848-0028. Leave message,
please. [May/June]
(2) Dark Brown Lovatt & Ricketts dressage saddles, made in England.
17.5 in deep seat used showing only $575.00. 17 in. deep seat used
schooling $350.00. Straight long flap for classical dressage leg
position, semi-cut back pommel, medium tree. Saddles fit to
Thoroughbreds, Quarter horses and Appx. Call 352-509-4288 or
301-848-0028. [May/June]
Very nice Ladies western saddle, brown, 16 inch seat, semi quarter,
made by Pioneer (used to be Big Horn company), $400.00. Call
352-307-8188 [June/Aug]
Verhan Dressage Saddle, Odyssey 17.5 Black, Wide, Long Flap, very
very well cared for, original receipt $3,075, wonderful dressage
saddle, now $1,800. Pls call me directly: Victoria Kelly, Ocala Fl, cell:
610-425-8234 or email: kellyvictoria@verizon.net [June/Aug]
Marceu Toulouse Saddle, Close Contact, 17.5 wide, warm brown color,
soft and comfortable, Paid $1,000, excellent condition, Now $800.
pls contact me directly, Victoria Kelly, Ocala Fl, cell: 610-425-8234
or e-mail: kellyvictoria@verizon.net [June/Aug]
LOOKING TO BUY
Old style Wintec Pro Dressage 18 inch. Loretta, 875-3613, or
meadowlarkhill@earthlink.net [May/June]
FOR SALE
'02 Silver Star two horse gooseneck st. load trailer. Dressing rm., ramp,
fully insulated. EXCELLENT condition. Just serviced and has new
tires. $10,200. in Weirsdale. Call Karen 352-821-3645 [May/June]
REAL ESTATE
For Sale - 3.3 acres double wide mobile + 3/2, Pool, barn. Located in SE
Belleview, FL 352-307-8188 [June/Aug]
For Sale - 5 acres 5 stall CB barn. Located in SE Belleview, FL 352-
307-8188 [June/Aug]
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