2013 Resource Guide - My Lady`s Manor Driving Club

D r i v i n g . Fo r t he f u n o f i t !
The 2013
M Y LADY’S MA N O R DR I V I N G C L U B
R esource Guide
Information for the Driving-Curious
Mid-Atlantic Driving Club Directory
Trainer & Instructor Directory
Vendors, Web Sites, Books, Videos and More!
My Lady’s Manor Driving Club is an American Driving Society Member Club and a
Chapter Club of the Carriage Association of America.
W
W
W
.
M
L
M
D
C
.
O
R
G
MY LADY’S MANOR DRIVING CLUB
Driving. For the fun of it!
DO YOU HAVE QUESTIONS ABOUT CARRIAGE DRIVING?
WHAT KIND OF DRIVING DO YOU WANT TO DO?
Do you want to drive with friends or by yourself around the
farm? Do you want to compete in pleasure shows or combined
driving or endurance events? The happiest combinations are
those who can match their driving preference with their horse’s
talent and suitability.
You may love the look of a Clydesdale, but be disappointed
when he can’ t trot all day in the summer heat. That American
Shetland might not be happy pulling six people in a vehicle.
The bright ex-show Morgan you wanted may be too competitive
on line drives at club events. Check out your local driving club
or driving instructor for advice on appropriate activities.
COULD MY HORSE BE A DRIVING HORSE?
This is the good part! Horse, pony, donkey or mule — any breed
can be driven, but not all individuals may be safe driving horses.
For example, a horse that is spooky or inclined to bolt can be
dangerous and is not suitable. The key factor is temperament.
The horse cannot be unpredictable or nervous. He should be
easily controllable, respectful and responsive. Note that gaited
horses can be driven with no problem; however, if you want to
compete in shows, the animal must be able to exhibit a trot in
classes where required, unless special classes are offered.
Your horse must have manners, manners, manners! The
carriage horse must be prepared to stand quietly for long periods
of time, and to submit to prodding and adjustment of harness
without objection. This is where your well-mannered pasture pet
can really shine. Every driver understands the value of a steady,
sensible animal, no matter what he looks like.
�
HOW DO YOU START A DRIVING HORSE?
You should always have a trainer or competent assistant when
you are teaching a horse to drive and working with a green horse.
Horses may be exposed to the equipment at a fairly young age.
Easy work, such as pulling a lightweight, two-wheeled cart on
level ground is appropriate for a young, green horse. A benefit of
early schooling is that your horse will trust that you will get him
out of any jam, whether it is a dog rushing him, equipment
breaking or other spooky situations. As your horse gains strength
and experience, he can graduate to a heavier or four-wheeled
vehicle. Given a good start, horses can be reliable, happy driving
animals well into their geriatric years.
HOW SHOULD MY HORSE RESPOND TO THE AIDS?
Unlike riding astride, drivers are limited to using the voice, whip,
and the horse’s natural inclination to move forward, as the riders’
aids of seat, leg, crop and spur are not available. For this reason,
basic training for driving horses may take longer than training for
riding. You will be amazed though at how much you can communicate through your reins, whip and voice.
SHOULD I GET A TWO- OR FOUR-WHEELED VEHICLE?
Before investing in a vehicle and harness, you must decide
what type of driving you enjoy. A simple two-wheeled vehicle
with safe, modern harness is always a wise investment and a
good turnout for beginners. Road carts and Meadowbrooks are
easily available, popular and cost effective. Unless your breed
competition requires a jog cart with wire wheels, a wooden
wheeled vehicle is safer and more durable. When you and your
horse become more skilled, you may decide to purchase a fourwheeled or fancier two-wheeled vehicle. Note that harness,
carriage and the horse’s style of movement should match to make
the best use of your horse and vehicle.
When purchasing a vehicle, consider modern reproductions.
Antique vehicles or restorations of antiques may have defects
such as rotten wood or weak joints. If you want to take this route,
get help from someone who has the experience to make a
knowledgeable assessment.
WHERE CAN I DRIVE?
Driving on public roads is becoming increasingly hazardous.
In most states, you may legally drive on public roads as long as
you display a slow-moving vehicle sign and remember that like
a car, you are subject to the rules of the road. Be careful to determine if or when it is safe to proceed. Trails and field driving are
another option. Before driving on new trails, inspect them first
without your carriage for hazards. Look to parks and natural
environmental areas (like Fair Hill and Morgan Run in
Maryland) for suitable driving roads. Ask your local orchard
owner or neighbor for permission to drive on his property.
Driving clubs love to put on pleasure drives. Make plans to join
them! A great time could be only a short trailer haul away.
�
We’ve used “ horse” in this article, but we include all driving equines in this term.
HERE ARE SOME ANSWERS!
In carriage driving there is a place for every equine; be it
pony, horse, donkey or mule. You’ ll love the many options
and traditions within driving, such as cross-country driving,
skill activities, pleasure, carriage collecting and presentation.
Where else will you find minis and drafts at the same show
and a variety of classes, with some taking place outside the
show ring? Driving clubs also host a variety of pleasure drives,
as well as educational and informal fun events.
For some horses, carriage driving can be a glorious second
career. The outgrown pony retains its usefulness to the family.
The horse who has trouble staying sound under saddle may get
a new lease on life. Driving is excellent cross training for other
disciplines, especially dressage. Families for whom keeping
multiple animals is not an option will find driving is a great way
to extend a single horse’s utility. If you have health problems that
prevent you from riding, driving may be the answer for you.
Carriages can even be customized to accommodate wheelchairs.
Driving allows you to take a friend with you, making pleasure
driving a sociable pastime.
INFORMATION & SHOPPING
ASSOCIATIONS & WEB SITES
VENDORS
MLMDC includes these vendors as a general reference for you.
We suggest that you call ahead to verify the address and hours of business.
PO Box 278
Cross Plains, WI 53528
608-237-7382
www.AmericanDrivingSociety
.org
NOT just for competitive drivers.
Subscription to The Whip is included
in membership fee.
3915 Jay Trump Road
Lexington, KY 40511
859-231-0971
www.caaonline.com
Historical information, different styles
of driving. Subscription to The Carriage
Journal is included in membership fee.
An online magazine. Many vendors and
links to other driving sites listed.
Sign up there for the Carriage
Driving List, the largest forum for
drivers on line.
ADS, CAA and Driving Essentials
sell many books and videos.
Check out their websites for
choices.
The information in this guide has
been compiled for you by the members
of My Lady’s Manor Driving Club.
Harry Martin
2176 Main Street
Narvon, PA 17555
717-445-4050
Custom made leather and synthetic.
373 Phillips Road
Columbus, NC 28722
828-863-4373
[email protected]
Leather and Beta Bi harnesses in
all qualities. Road carts made by
Countyline, marathon carts and 4-wheel
vehicles, gloves, whips, hats, stopwatches, metal hardware, aprons (cotton,
wool, Gore-tex) We keep a large inventory and make our own driving aprons.
243 Noble Road
Christiana, PA 17509
717-529-6992 (Leave Message)
Harness Made and Repaired
Blanket Washing and Repair
www.HorseHarness.com
Marjean McIntyre
30 Old Mulberry Farm Trail
Wagener, SC 29164
[email protected]
1-800-717-0957
Camptown Harness combines Beta®
synthetic materials with fine leathers
to make custom harness for all types
of driving. All Camptown Harness is
custom made to your specific design
and horse measurements.
www.ddrapps.com
Heidi Johnson
PO Box 1500
Campton, NH 03223
603-726-5016
[email protected]
Distinctive Designs for Drivers
Ladies’ Hats and Embellishments,
Men’s Hats, Driving Aprons and Robes.
Detailed brochure available.
Christian Stolzfus
250 Maple Avenue
Bird-in-Hand, PA 17507
717-397-4079 (Call between 7– 9 am)
Bird-ln-Hand Eagles, Bird-ln-Hand
Flyers, Belcrown Carriages, Wagonettes,
Gigs, Village Carts, Skeleton Gigs.
Carts and harnesses made to order.
www.DoeRunCarriage.com
PO Box 3727
Philadelphia, PA 19125
267-226-5969
[email protected]
Get the safest, smoothest, most stable
carriage available. Easily converts from
presentation to marathon vehicle, single
to pair. 100% made in the USA. We have
a 12-month, limited warranty, the best
in the industry! Service and repair available. FEI compliant.
www.DrivingEssentials.com
Jack & Jan Alvarez
548 East Main Street
New Holland, PA 17557
800-622-8543
[email protected]
Harness: The Essential Harness Line,
Zilco, Smucker’s, and Freedman’s.
Carriages: Glinkowski, Bellcrown USA,
Traditional Carriages, and Road Carts.
Driving Essentials offers an extensive
selection of bits, whips, gloves, books
and videos, driving equipment, gifts and
appointments for the carriage enthusiast.
It is not intended to be a complete
listing and Club endorsement of the
vendors, trainers and instructors is
neither implied nor given. As with all
transactions, it is up to the individual
consumer to determine the suitability
of any service or product for your
J. Samuel Esh
246 Forest Hill Road
Leola, PA 17540
717-656-3381
Custom-made Leather Harness,
Specializing in Draft Horse harness,
Manufacturer of Fiberglass and Rawhide
Center Whips.
intended purpose. We hope this guide
is helpful in furthering your equine
adventures.
Claudette Robinson
Country Carriages
�
�
VENDORS, continued
Mr. Floyd Ringler
2219 Main Street, Narvon, PA 17555
717-445-5228
Over 20 years making quality harness
and
doing repair work at very reasonable
prices.
289 Bridgeland Avenue, Unit 101
Toronto, Canada M6A 1Z6
416-256-7674
[email protected]
Tradition In Every Stitch. The Freedman
Catalog filled with exciting color photos
of some of the most illustrious horses and
horse people in the world.
134 N. Dickason Blvd.
Columbus, WI 53925
(920) 623 - 1998
[email protected]
Full service carriage company,
accessories, lamps, harness, maker of the
Sprint Carriage.
RD 1 Box 503
Windsor, Vermont 05089
802-436-2266
[email protected]
Antique & new vehicles, harnesses,
consultations, clinics, lessons,
and appraisals; Birthplace of the
Bird-In-Hand Flyer
www.hardwickhideout.com
10 SE 125 Terrace Road
Silver Springs, FL 34488
352-625-3263
Russ Hardwick specializes in aluminum
vehicles. Home of the Puddle Jumper!
188 Blank Road
Narvon, PA 17555
717-768-3514
Jonas and John Mark Stoltzfus
Custom-Built wagonettes and carriages,
restorations and repairs.
Horse Drawn Carriages
2139 Corbett Road, Monkton, MD 21111
[email protected]
410-771-9100
Specializing in antique vehicles and
accessories.
2707 Creek Hill Road
Leola, Pennsylvania
Paul Stolzfus
717-656-0038
Carriage Specialists for 40 years.
New carriages, repairs and restoration.
Narvon, PA 17555
717-768-7016 leave message
Full line of Mini Tack, Biothane Harness,
Leather Harness, call for Free Brochure.
No Sunday sales
http://www.ultralitewhips.com/
[email protected] , on-line only
Custom-sized whips for Carriage Drivers
of every level made from graphite rod
blanks and can be made in any length
from 48" to 78". The lash or thong from
12" to 72" plus the popper. (longer shafts
and/or lashes are available on request
for an additional charge). Very
lightweight - about 4 oz. for the 78" shaft
with 24" lash.
Jerry Trapani
Shadbelly Farm
PO Box 552
E. Islip, NY 11730
516-277-4967
[email protected]
Representative for Yonnie’s harness,
Carriage Machine Shop as well as other
makers of carriages and carts from
VSE’s to Drafts.
http://www.mcrwhips.com
216 Naked Creek Lane
Bennettsville, South Carolina 29512
[email protected]
MCR Whips, LLC manufactures high
quality, hand made very light weight
whips for carriage driving and training of
horses using traditional methods of
whipmaking. Other equine products and
services include rope long reins, traces,
short reins and introductory long reining
lessons.
192 Amishtown Road
New Holland, PA 17557
717-354-8970
Weaver R. Martin
New Carts and Wagons, Over 100
Horse-Drawn Vehicles in Stock, Repair
Work, Restorations.
3578 West Newport Road
(along Rt. 772) Ronks, PA 17572
717-768-0381
Very good harnesses at very good prices;
they stand behind their work.
Christian Petersheim
1962 Mine Road
Paradise, PA 17562
Vehicle restorations and new vehicles.
3007 Old Philadelphia Pike
Bird-in-Hand, PA 17505
717-768-3299
New and Used Carriages, Full Service
Repair Shop, Brake Manufacturing and
Distribution, Hundreds of Products.
www.PacificCarriage.com
Bill Schuil
26272 98 Avenue
Maple Ridge British Columbia
V2X 1K3 Canada
604-462-7370
[email protected]
Innovative designs suitable for all three
CDE phases at the lower levels. Good
looks for presentation and dressage.
1070 West Main St.
New Holland, PA 17557
717-656-3411
Every buggy part imaginable, new, made
to order, wheel repairs. Catalog
available.
for orders
196 Blank Road
435 Churchtown Road
Honey Brook, PA 19344
610-273-7370 (12– 12:30 pm)
Jonathan Z. Stoltzfus
Harness for pleasure, draft, racing,
accessories. Biothane harness in shiny
or dull, distributor of Biothane on rolls.
�
�
DRIVING CLUBS IN THE MID-ATLANTIC REGION
PENNSYLVANIA
www.bvdc.org
Members from PA, MD, DE, and NJ.
Most activities located in Eastern PA and
Fair Hill, MD. Monthly “ Driving Lines”
newsletter.
Membership info: Bobbi Hagar,
293 Diamond Spring Road, Denville,
NJ 07834, [email protected]
or 973-627-2263
Activities: Bi-monthly membership
meetings, recreational drives, beginner
clinic, junior clinic, continuous drive in
May and CDE inOctober.
www.svwwdriving.com/
Most members in North Central PA.
Newsletter, 4 or 5 membership meetings
per year. June, Pleasure Driving Show
and Mock CDE.
Membership info: Secretary Kelly
Pentz, [email protected] or 570368-2716
www.MLMDC.org
Members mostly northern MD and
South Central PA. Bi-monthly “ Putting
To” newsletter and member meetings.
Membership info: Form on Web
site. Membership chair:
Lenore Huffman, 4935 Wharff Lane,
Ellicott City, MD 21043,
[email protected].
Activities: March, Introduction to
Driving clinic; April, Intro Part 2 and
new member social; recreational driving
days; CDE Schooling Day;
September, ADS recognized Pleasure
Driving Show, York County, PA. Check
website for event, clinic dates and details,
regular meetings and other events.
www.PlantationDrivingClub.
org
Most activities and members in Southern
MD. Quarterly meetings, newsletter.
Membership info: Form on Web
site.
Mandy Woods, 24308 Newtown Road,
Bowling Green, VA 22427, 804-6339760 [email protected]
Activities: recreational drives, clinics.
www.GladstoneDriving.org
Most members from Mid-Atlantic States,
activities at Hamilton Farm, Gladstone
NJ. No meetings or newsletter.
Membership info: Form on Web
site. Gayle Stinson 908-453-3332 or
[email protected].
Activities: events posted on Web site.
www.PRDA-INC.org
Members mostly from Northern VA,
some MD, PA, W. VA, D.C. Newsletter
“ The Reinboard.”
Membership info: Form on Web
site. Cindy Stylianos, PO Box 69,
Goldvein, VA 22720 540-752-1118
[email protected]
Activities: Most activities in Loudon
County, VA.
www.jamesriverdrivingassoci
ation.com
Most members and activities in central
Virginia area surrounding Richmond.
Monthly “ The Scoop” newsletter.
Membership info: Secretary: Sally
Sutherland, Treasurer,
2046 Covington Road
Crozier,VA 23039
Activities: Recreational drives;
educational clinics; Arena Driving Trials;
Carriage parade at Maymount Plantation.
www.GardenStateHorse.org
Most members and activities in New
Jersey. Monthly membership meetings
and newsletter “ In Draft”
Membership info: Form on Web
site. Ellen Weisfeld, 94 Wiseman Road,
Jackson, NJ 08527, 732-928-7477
evenings only, [email protected]
ctivities: Clinics, Pleasure Drives,
Fun Day
Most members in or around Rockingham
Co. & Shenandoah Valley area. Monthly
meetings include a drive (weather
permitting),
Activities: Shows and recreational
drives in various parts of the MidAtlantic region.
Contact: Dixie Hovermale
449 Crestover Dr.
Broadway, VA 22815
[email protected]
Members mostly from NJ, Eastern PA
and NY. Activities in Hunterdon,
Somerset or Morris counties, NJ.
Monthly newsletter.
Membership info: Dan Rosenthal,
171 Little York-Pattenburg Rd, Milford,
NJ 908-892-0415,
[email protected]
Activities: Clinics, exhibitions, talks
and recreational drives.
drives;1 or 2 meetings per year
www.DelmarvaDrivingClub.
com
Members mostly from Southern MD
and Delaware. Monthly “ Delmarva
Driving Lines” newsletter. Video and
book lending library.
Membership info: Form on Web
site. Pao Lin Hatch, 22988 Fairgale
Farm Lane, Chestertown, MD 21620,
[email protected]
240 274 6180
Activities: Spring pleasure show,
recreational drives, Draft Horse show.
Members mostly from Charlottesville,
Stanton, Lexington, VA and WV.
Activities in Shenandoah Valley, Lexington,
VA area. Bi-monthly newsletter.
Membership info:
Don Kunar, 304 Patrick Dr. Lexington,
VA 24450, 540-464-1108
http://delmarvawhipsandwhee
ls.homestead.com/
"Focus is on recreational monthly drives
and annual vacations with your horse.
Come join us!" Heidi Ferguson, 302632-8024,
[email protected]
Members from Loudon,Fauquier and
Fairfax counties. Most activities near
Middleburg, VA. Monthly “In Draft”
newsletter.
Membership info: Marcia West
54A Barclay Place CT
Charlottesville VA 22901
Activities: recreational/pleasure
�
�
DRIVING TRAINERS & INSTRUCTORS IN THE MID-ATLANTIC
Samea Baker
22 Painter's Crossing
Chadds Ford, PA 19317
610-310-0962 (cell)
[email protected]
Dana Bright
Cubbyhole Farm
1745 Felton Road
Felton, PA 17322
717-246-2351
[email protected]
Suzie Buchanan
Mercer Hill Farm
Route 82
1220 Doe Run Road
Coatesville, PA 19320
610-380-4861
[email protected]
Sterling Graburn
Brook Sweigart-Reed
Shelly Temple
Gayla Driving Center
3327 Cynthiana Road
Georgetown, KY 40324
www.gayladrivingcenter.com
[email protected]
540-454-2939 cell 502-8635113 office
Swiegart Stables
755 South Ridge Road,
Denver, PA 17517
717-336-2327
[email protected]
Catalyst Driving Center
Windsor, SC
804-598-0059
[email protected]
www.CatalystDriving.com
Muffy Seaton
Robert Taylor
Lore Homer
Shepherd’s Purse Farm
254 Whittle Pond Rd.
Williston, SC 29853
803-266-4012
540-454-1092
[email protected]
www.MuffySeaton.com
1704 Church Road
Oreland, PA 19075
215-233-3657
[email protected]
Craig Kellog
Southern Pines, NC
910-603-9744
910-692-9416
[email protected]
Michelle McBride Casale
Burgundy Hollow Farm, Inc.
3368 Church Road
Northampton, PA 18067
610-502-1298
[email protected]
www.BurgundyHollow.com
Anne Councill
Driving in Birch Hollow
6187 Birch Road
Stewartstown, PA 17363
717-993-8956
717-880-3840 (cell)
[email protected]
PJ Crowley
Kendalwood Farm
PO Box 121
Zionsville, PA 18092-0121
215-541-1883
[email protected]
www.kendalwoodfarm.com
Martha Duchnowski
10050 Greenwich Wood Drive
Nokesville, VA 20181
703-753-3291
[email protected]
Roberta ‘Toots’ Mahr
1466 Manor House Lane,
Apt C
Lancaster, PA 17603
612-670-0391
Mary Alice Matheson
PO Box 412
The Plains, VA 20198
540-687-1695
[email protected]
Paul Maye
403 Sunnybrook Road
Fairfield, VA 24435
Barn 540-377-9026
Cell 540-272-1134
[email protected]
www.MayeShowPonies.com
Rebecca Merritt
862 Deep Run Road
Perkasie, PA 18944
215-766-3394
[email protected]
Dwayne Pash
116 Titus Mill Road
Pennington, NJ 08534
732-580-0454
[email protected]
�
Tom Simmons
81 Culpepper lane
Roxboro, NC 27573
336-503-0394
[email protected]
www.tomsimmonsstables.com
Kate Shields
PO Box 1235
Middleburg, VA 20118
540-554-8671
thehasteningfarm@
earthlink.net
Sam Smucker
Harmony Hollow Farm
132 Hollow Rd
Quarryville, PA 17566
717-669-2011
Lisa Singer
53 Rocky Hill Road
www.chateaulogdriving.com
Chadds Ford, PA 19317
610-388-7901
[email protected]
Jessica (Snyder) Axelsson
Single Tree Stable
[email protected]
569 New England Road, Cape
May, NJ 08204
609-846-5105
Kim Stover
1063 Massey Church Road
Smyrna, DE 19977
302-659-0635
[email protected]
�
TaylorMade Stables
26110 Mullinix Mill Road
Mount Airy, MD 21771
301-253-6661
[email protected]
www.taylormadestables.com
Suzy Stafford
Stafford Carriage Driving
Chester County, PA
302-540-5162
[email protected]
www.staffordcarriagedriving.
com
Design and production of
the MLMDC Resource Guide
by Melinda Russell Design,
717-8891-7830
[email protected].
My Lady’s Manor Driving Club
Resource Guide © My Lady’s
Manor Driving Club and
Melinda Russell Design.
Please contact us for permission
to reproduce the Guide in any
form.