April 2020 FRC Member Newsletter
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NEWS<br />
<strong>April</strong><br />
<strong>2020</strong><br />
Hello all <strong>FRC</strong> members!<br />
I hope this newsletter is finding everyone safe and healthy! It has been a strange month to say the<br />
least with this pandemic! With all group gatherings on hold, all <strong>FRC</strong> seminars and shows are postponed<br />
until further notice. We sure miss our <strong>FRC</strong> friends and hope to be able to start back up<br />
again soon! In the meantime, enjoy the spring weather and your animals, and we will reconvene<br />
once life is “normal” again!<br />
Take care of yourselves!<br />
Cathy Schwartz, <strong>FRC</strong> President<br />
<strong>2020</strong> <strong>FRC</strong> SHOW DATES<br />
The May show is POSTPONED due to COVID-19 restrictions. We will be working on finding<br />
a new date once it is safe to show again!<br />
Postponed- Dressage and Combined Test at FENCE<br />
July 18- Dressage only at FENCE<br />
September 5- Dressage and Combined Test at FENCE<br />
October 31- Dressage and Combined Test at FENCE<br />
Entry forms and info are on the website at foothillridingclub.org/shows.html. Remember to<br />
join <strong>FRC</strong> to be eligible for our amazing year end awards<br />
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<strong>2020</strong> Goals<br />
We asked our members what their goals were for <strong>2020</strong> while competitions and trails are shut<br />
down.<br />
We are all interested in what you are up to. Please send a quick post (or longer) to:<br />
frcnewsletterads@gmail.com<br />
Debbie Franklin—Working on ground work and I am continually training in dressage. Focus on<br />
seat, impulsion, transitions<br />
Pat Melton— Ride in my first rated Working Equitation competitions this summer (at Biltmore,<br />
FENCE, Harriman TN, and Virginia Horse Park).<br />
Natalie Schembra - Preston (aka The Flying Tomato) and I are taking this break in the show<br />
season to hone our skills in all three eventing phases.<br />
Building on a foundation of solid dressage work<br />
from the last two years, the jumping phases are coming<br />
together positively. We will be better prepared when<br />
shows are able to start again, having had this additional<br />
time to school cross country and work on technical<br />
jumping. Our <strong>2020</strong> goals include a recognized event<br />
and increased confidence in all three phases.<br />
Erin Stroud— <strong>2020</strong>, was supposed to my big year. But after realizing<br />
that I am a fare-weather rider, something my mares and I realized<br />
coming into Spring. We didn't work as hard as we should have in the<br />
colder months and really became feral in our training. But now that<br />
Spring has arrived and the sun sinks behind the horizon a bit later I<br />
am finding that saddle-time is easier to achieve. My young OTTB<br />
mare, Prim, and I are hoping to take on a few Beginner Novice<br />
events later this year (fingers-crossed the show season jump-starts<br />
back soon). Right now we are working our hardest to become soft,<br />
quiet, and relaxed on the flat. We are quite the firecracker over<br />
jumps; XC and stadium are our strong suits. But dressage has been<br />
proving to be a challenge. We want to improve our flat so that all the<br />
pieces fall into place for cleaner stadium rounds, and smoother XC<br />
runs. Once the shows come back on the calendar we hope to have a<br />
few tries at the Starter level, and by the fall look for the perfect Beginner Novice to try our hands<br />
at.<br />
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<strong>2020</strong> Goals<br />
Carole Foster—Finding myself with now two full time jobs (Stay at home mom and the one that<br />
actually pays for hay) my goal during this time is to continue to carve out time to ride. I am finding<br />
that it is usually late at night but 30 minutes at 9 pm is better than no riding at all!<br />
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Meet the Board <strong>Member</strong>s<br />
We thought you might be interested to know who is running <strong>FRC</strong> behind the scenes to<br />
make all our great events happen each year. So the next issues of the newsletter will<br />
provide some brief bios of the <strong>2020</strong> Board of Directors.<br />
President Cathy Schwartz lives in Landrum, SC where she owns and runs<br />
Smokey Hollow Farm. She grew up in Ohio, then lived in Asheville for 7<br />
years before purchasing Smokey Hollow Farm in 2007. She focuses on the<br />
training, showing, & selling dressage, event, and hunter/jumper horses.<br />
Cathy enjoys the <strong>FRC</strong> board for incredible members and it's involvement in<br />
so many aspects of the equestrian community.<br />
Vice President KC Betzel rediscovered riding after a long hiatus thru high school and college. After discovering<br />
eventing and the value of giving back to your sport, she volunteered<br />
as the Secretary for Silk Purse Ranch 3-Day Event & Horse Trials and<br />
later helped form LVEE (Las Vegas Equestrian Events) and organized Horse<br />
Trials. Upon moving to Landrum in 2006 she served on the board of <strong>FRC</strong> for 2<br />
years and has been secretary for FENCE Horse Trials. On a more personal<br />
note, although an event rider at heart, she has turned her focus to dressage.<br />
On her daughter’s ex-event/Pony Club mount – a registered Mustang - KC<br />
has earned her USDF Bronze and Silver Medals and is half way toward the<br />
Gold medal. With kids no longer the central focus of daily life it is time to<br />
once again become more involved in the horse community we call home.<br />
Secretary Bri Ambrosic lives in Asheville where she has a small boarding<br />
& lesson facility for hunt seat, eventing, and dressage called Blackberry<br />
Stables. She started showing hunt seat as a college student on the BGSU<br />
Equestrian team. Following college, she decided to branch out to dressage<br />
and eventing by taking a working student job with Cathy Schwartz.<br />
Shortly after heading out on her own, she began running and building a<br />
successful lesson program and training business. Currently, Bri has the<br />
honor of coaching the UNC Asheville equestrian team and teaching lessons<br />
to her own students as well as showing both training and personal<br />
horses. To find out more about Bri, her farm, and horses visit<br />
BlackberryStables.com<br />
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Check out these updated sites!!<br />
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/foothillsridingclub/<br />
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/foothillsridingclub/<br />
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. <strong>FRC</strong> Year End Awards Qualifications:<br />
- Year end awards are based on horse/ rider combination<br />
- Must be a current <strong>FRC</strong> member at the time of each show for points to count<br />
- Must attend 3 dressage shows for dressage division year end awards, and 2 combined tests for<br />
the combined test division year end awards.<br />
- May qualify for year end award at one level for TWO consecutive years.<br />
- Year end awards are offered for the following divisions:<br />
Dressage: Intro, Training, First, 2nd and above (includes all Test of Choices), Eventing Dressage,<br />
Western Dressage<br />
Combined Test: Grasshopper, Starter, Beginner Novice, Novice, Training<br />
- Year end awards will be offered for 1st through 4th in each division, and will be counted as following:<br />
- If 4 or more horses in a class, points will be earned as follows: 1st place = 6 points, 2nd place =<br />
5 points, 3rd place = 4 points, 4th place = 3 points, 5th place = 2 points, 6th place = 1 point<br />
- If 3 or fewer horses in a class, points will be earned as follows: 1st place = 3 points, 2nd place =<br />
2 points, 3rd place = 1 point<br />
Get Ready.., Get Set.., Go!!!<br />
Volunteer Appreciation Incentive Program<br />
We have a program in place that allows Volunteers to rack up<br />
hours to win an embroidered <strong>FRC</strong> Polo shirt, an embroidered <strong>FRC</strong><br />
jacket or an embroidered <strong>FRC</strong> coat.<br />
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Educational Seminars<br />
Educational Seminars<br />
have been postponed until further notice.<br />
March 18, <strong>2020</strong><br />
Polk County Area Livestock Extension Agent, Noah Henson, will present “All About Hay.”<br />
Noah will discuss the various types of hay and their nutrition, sugar levels, forage analysis and<br />
sampling - including core analysis and determining moisture levels, and the impact of best cutting<br />
practices. Noah graduated from N.C. State with a degree in Agriculture Science and is working towards<br />
his Master’s Degree in Reproductive Physiology. Noah lives on a working farm in Haywood<br />
County where he runs cattle, sheep, goats, and makes hay. Foothills Riding Club educational<br />
seminars take place from 7-8 PM in the FENCE great room. Seminars are free to all but a $5 suggested<br />
donation is encouraged of non-members. Evening donations will benefit the Buncombe<br />
County 4H Livestock Judging Team.<br />
<strong>April</strong> 15, <strong>2020</strong><br />
Come and hear experienced riders share information about our many local equestrian trail<br />
systems. Learn about the trails of the Foothills Equestrian Trails Association (FETA), the Collinsville<br />
Equestrian Trail Association (CETA), DuPont State Forest, Tsali Recreation Area, the Biltmore<br />
Estate, Moses H. Cone Memorial Park, Cataloochee Horse Camp, and Pisgah National Forest.<br />
Foothills Riding Club educational seminars take place from 7-8 PM in the FENCE great room.<br />
Seminars are free to all but a $5 suggested donation is encouraged of non-members. Evening donations<br />
will benefit Foothills Equestrian Nature Center (FENCE).<br />
May 20, <strong>2020</strong><br />
Bret Moore of Blue Ridge Hoofcare will present “On the Right Track,” how to design, build,<br />
and implement a Paddock Paradise track system. Bret will discuss the many benefits of incorporating<br />
a track system - both for the health of the horse and for the benefit of your pastures. Bret<br />
has nineteen years experience as a professional farrier with a practice emphasis on transitioning<br />
horses to a barefoot lifestyle and specialized expertise in rehabilitating and preventing pasture<br />
laminitis. Foothills Riding Club educational seminars take place from 7-8 PM in the FENCE great<br />
room. Seminars are free to all but a $5 suggested donation is encouraged of non-members. Evening<br />
donations will benefit Helping Equines Regain Dignity (HERD).<br />
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<strong>FRC</strong> Scholarship Reminder<br />
One of the perks of being an <strong>FRC</strong> member, is that you are eligible to apply<br />
for one of the four $250 <strong>Member</strong> Scholarships that we award each year.<br />
Scholarships can be used in a variety of ways. In the past, they have been used for riders to<br />
defer the cost of going to events such as championship competitions, rare educational opportunities,<br />
or clinics applicable to your discipline. There are only a few requirements to be<br />
considered for a scholarship. You must be a member at the time of your application, and<br />
you also must be willing to share the knowledge you gained through your scholarship experience<br />
with the club in some way (ideas must be approved by the scholarship committee).<br />
This could be a short presentation at one of our seminars, info table or infographic at shows,<br />
newsletter report, etc.<br />
Want to apply for a scholarship, but not sure if your endeavor would be approved- don’t worry!<br />
The application is short, sweet and to the point. If there happens to be an influx of applicants<br />
at any deadline, volunteer service to the <strong>FRC</strong> in the current and preceding membership<br />
year will be considered when awarding scholarships. Application deadlines are <strong>April</strong><br />
1 st , July 1 st , October 1 st , and January 1 st depending on the date of the event. Any member<br />
is eligible to apply!<br />
Have you ever wanted to volunteer at an <strong>FRC</strong> show but were not sure what<br />
the different jobs entail?<br />
The volunteer job descriptions are now up on the website!<br />
Go to www.foothillsridingclub.com and look for the links to job descriptions<br />
on the right hand side of the shows page.<br />
Volunteers earn club bucks for their time which can be used like cash for<br />
club events and merchandise. <strong>FRC</strong> also has a volunteer appreciation<br />
program where hours served count towards great year-end awards!<br />
Contact Carole at frcvolunteercoordinator@gmail.com if you are<br />
Interested in learning more or would like to volunteer at any of our<br />
upcoming shows.<br />
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CLASSIFIED ADS<br />
Do you have your own tack/horses/equipment, etc. to sell, services to<br />
offer, or events to promote? <strong>Member</strong>s can post those items in the <strong>FRC</strong><br />
<strong>Newsletter</strong> for free! And non-members only pay $10. Email us at<br />
frcnewsletterads@gmail.com by the 1st of the month to get yours into next<br />
month’s issue. Please limit ads to 3 small photos and 5 lines of text.<br />
Brand new Tuff Rider Fleece lined boots. Size 10. $65.00<br />
jhstone56@gmail.com<br />
Almost new, worn 3 times. Size 78, medium weight. Smartpak Ultimate Combo Neck Turnout<br />
Blanket.<br />
$80.00 jhstone56@gmail.com navy blue<br />
Sensation dressage treeless saddle, 17 1/2", black/dark<br />
brown. Includes nearly new Ecogold saddle pad which is<br />
an integral part of the saddle, leathers, no irons. Comfortable,<br />
puts the rider into a correct position easily. Wonderful<br />
for trail riding as well as riding dressage. Made in Canada<br />
with a long waiting period after an order. Firm price of<br />
$1000. Very good condition. Used lightly for 7 years and<br />
very well cared for. Located in Green Creek area on SC<br />
line. Only selling because I retired the horse I used it on.<br />
Call Sue at 864-461-8119 or<br />
email carriersusan@yahoo.com.<br />
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CLASSIFIED ADS<br />
Horse property for lease : 2 BR/2 bath cottage style home on 21 acre parcel in Columbus,<br />
with privacy and pastoral views. Several recent updates and renovations including<br />
large master bedroom and bath. Equestrian amenities include 2 barns (10 stalls total),<br />
groom's quarters with kitchen above main barn, 100x200 riding arena with irrigation, 7<br />
fenced pastures, large pond, and direct access to CETA trail system! $2,300 - $3,000 per<br />
month depending on length of lease and number of horses. Greg 210.870.6090<br />
Gelding for sale - 7yo bay PB Arabian, very correct, not<br />
started because of my disability but handled daily. 15 hands,<br />
very athletic, ties, good for farrier etc. $2500<br />
Jane 585-354-9553 Campobello<br />
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CLASSIFIED ADS<br />
2018 County Perfection saddle 17” Wide almost new and hardly used. Excellent condition. Color<br />
Black, bull, Velcro knee<br />
Contact Debra Faraone 703-402-1581 or debrafaraone5@gmail.com. Located in Campobello.<br />
$2695.00 new over $5600<br />
14 hand pony mare for adoption or free lease. forward, nice mover, liver chestnut, mare attitude.<br />
Nancy Hasselbring 828-863-0462<br />
Macel close contact jumping saddle. Medium<br />
tree. 17” seat. Very good condition. $800.<br />
Contact Jodi at<br />
864-921-1059<br />
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CLASSIFIED ADS<br />
SADDLE FOR SALE:<br />
Make: Custom Model: Icon Star recently reflocked Tree: Med/Med Wide<br />
Seat: 17.5 Flap: 16 (reg) Year: 03-2015<br />
Price: $3,000 obo Condition: Very good<br />
Contact: Karen 828-290-3434<br />
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Business <strong>Member</strong>s<br />
Send in your dues and business card to get your listing renewed!!<br />
Have you ever wanted to display your business card in a monthly publication seen<br />
by people who have the same interests as you at just pennies a day? If you’ve answered<br />
yes, please consider the <strong>FRC</strong>’s BUSINESS MEMBERSHIP. For just<br />
$35 per year, the Business <strong>Member</strong>ship allows <strong>FRC</strong> Business members to advertise<br />
their business card in every monthly newsletter publication. And, of course,<br />
this membership option includes all the perks of <strong>FRC</strong> membership, such as educational<br />
seminars, member rates at <strong>FRC</strong> shows, clinics, and a monthly newsletter!<br />
Joining the <strong>FRC</strong> is easy! Go to www.foothillsridingclub.org/membership for the<br />
<strong>2020</strong> <strong>Member</strong>ship Form.<br />
In addition to the Business <strong>Member</strong>ship option, the <strong>FRC</strong> is also offering new pricing<br />
on monthly newsletter advertising:<br />
∙$10 for half page ad<br />
∙$20 for a full page ad<br />
∙$10 for a non-business member to print a business card<br />
** All ads must be supplied to frcnewsletterads@gmail.com and paid in advance**<br />
Checks made out to <strong>FRC</strong> PO Box 637 Landrum, SC 29356<br />
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BUSINESS ADS<br />
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BUSINESS ADS<br />
BUSINESS MEMBERS<br />
Tryon Equine Hospital Pangaea Equestrian Services<br />
Target Marketing Group Debra Faraone<br />
Helen Frederick<br />
Foothills Equestrian Nature Center<br />
Cadence Equine Sports Alliance Gena Meredith<br />
Send your business card via email to frcnewsletterads@gmail.com<br />
Or mail to Janet Stone, Editor, 438 Pumpkintown Rd, Marietta, SC 29661<br />
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<strong>2020</strong> Board <strong>Member</strong>s<br />
President: Cathy Schwartz: smokeyhollowfarm@windstream.net<br />
Vice President: KC Betzel: betzelfarm@hotmail.com<br />
Secretary: Bri Ambrosic: briambrosic@gmail.com<br />
Treasurer: Natalie Schembra: natalie.schembra@gmail.com<br />
Education (Seminars): Natalie Bacon: nwbacon@gmail.com<br />
Hospitality: Jane Lynch: jntlynch@gmail.com<br />
<strong>Member</strong>ship: Margo Savage: 200redgate@gmail.com<br />
Community Outreach: Luanne Johnson: Luanne.h.johnson@gmail.com<br />
Volunteers: Carole Foster: clockhart23@gmail.com<br />
Publicity: Erin Stroud: erin.e.stroud@gmail.com<br />
Awards: Hailey Morris: hmmorris2018@gmail.com<br />
Clinics/Special Events: Rachael Bradley: raemister@gmail.com<br />
Web Site: KC Betzel: betzelfarm@hotmail.com<br />
<strong>Newsletter</strong> Editor: Janet Stone frcnewsletterads@gmail.com<br />
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