November/December - Southern Eventing and Dressage
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November/December - Southern Eventing and Dressage
a bi-monthly publication for seda members s November / december 2010 t in this issue columns Once-in-a-Lifetime in Kentucky O what’s up? – 2 barn dirt – 4 t t newsworthy – 16 events awards luncheon – 28 t well represented. The crowd was enthusiastic some great opportunities to experience and appreciative of this historical first-time something calendar, (insert) special. For many equine in the enthusiasm. It was so appropriate to of the World Equestrian Games in Kentucky. It have the opening prayer done by our Native was the first time the WEG has ever been held Americans in their native dress on horseback. board meeting minutes – 11 in the U.S., and many of our SEDA members We then were treated to a history of the horse’s recognized standings – 12 made the most of the occasion. Since not all importance in our nation’s development. member report – 14 of us were lucky enough to be able to attend, The parade of athletes was impressive. It’s member report – 18 following are some special ‘reports’ from some amazing to have that many of our nation’s volunteer hours – 21 of those who were there. equestrians all in one place for two weeks. Marie Cobb: View from the Press Box opera, ballet, drill teams, ropers, bareback eventing standings – 10 show organizer guidelines – 24 event/volunteer forms – 30 contacts – 32 membership form, (insert) The entertainment for the evening included t t The first day of WEG was both exciting results and tiring. It started with a long walk from the the last dance – 13 exhibitions, and my personal favorite, the Fresian Train. What an impressive display of precision riding. parking, lot carrying a heavy backpack full of It was a full week. I never thought I could get xxx adults only show – 23 camera and computer gear. Then, of course, tired photographing horses, but I have to say I serenity october dressage – 25 I went the wrong way and that added a lot of was happy to have a day “off”. I was exhausted walking to finding the media center. So after from all the driving, walking, toting big lenses checking in, and grabbing an expensive ‘per and processing. fleur de leap – 15 t event. You couldn’t help but get caught up enthusiasts, that opportunity came in the form membership schooling dressage standings – 8 t nce in awhile life presents us with advertisers the first dance – 9 inch’ sandwich, we headed out to the new marie cobb – 3 burgess photography – 12 indoor arena for reining action. After finding anne hornbeak – 19 a ride back to the media center, I downloaded congratulations – 22 the cards and decided to walk back to the car southern bridle – 27 to exchange gear for what I’d need to shoot the facility/trainer directory – 31 classifieds – 31 opening ceremony…well…it helps if you go to the right parking lot. I knew I should have used the ‘find my car app!’ Finally, my car was located (easily after I found the right lot), gear exchanged and the long hike back to the venue completed. The stands were packed with many nations Edward Gal on Moorlands Totilas. so u t h e r n e v e n t i ng & d r e s sag e a s s o c i at i o n s Nov e m b e r / d e c e m b e r 2 010 Continued on page 6 What’s November / december 2010 Off Course is published bi-monthly by SEDA, a non-profit, educational organization, and provided as a service to its members. News items, show results, calendar of events, interviews, reviews, photos, articles on all aspects of Dressage, Eventing, and member activities are incorporated. T Nicole Landreneau designer / editor Judi Dauterive and Ky Mortensen contributing editors Gloria Bush advertising manager Margaret Rice and Barbara Merritt mail mavens Up? Where the Deer & Antelope Play By Nicole Landreneau, Off Course editor L ast issue I promised (threatened?) to thrill The movies make herding cattle look easy. you with tales of my riding adventure in It’s not. Cows are, shall we say, not the most Wyoming. While some might consider it more brilliant creatures. They forget where they are ‘work’ than ‘vacation’, it certainly was a fun going. They forget they have a calf. Calves think getaway for me. the horse you’re riding looks like mama and I visited my friend, Dana, who lives near drives your horse crazy by getting underfoot. Pinedale, Wyoming. She works on a 10,000 Cows challenge you, sneak around you, bawl acre ranch where she manages the flow of cattle in your face, projectile poo as they run past, and whatever else needs to be done. In case you jump through fences, and ‘make romantic’ have trouble imagining a spread of that size, whilst you’re herding them along. think of this: the driveway is five miles long! Cow horses, on the other hand, are much N Herds of pronghorn antelope bound through smarter – and a lot tougher – than most horses the sagebrush, with endless views of plains I’ve known. They clamber over rocky ground, Off Course encourages member submissions but reserves the right to edit, reject, or use materials as and when deemed appropriate. If your item is time sensitive, you may wish to consider placing an advertisement. and mountains. Aside from one stormy day dodge badger holes, plow through sagebrush of rain, sleet and snow in the mountains, the and willows, face driving wind and rain (well, weather was picture perfect. except for the horse I rode who attempted to Off Course P.O. Box 266 Destrehan, LA 70047 [email protected] Please obtain permission to reprint any part of Off Course. O I got to help move cattle around – decked sidepass down a mountain to the barn with out in fringed chaps, cowboy hat and jangley his rump to the rain – did I mention he was spurs. No breeches out there! Let me tell you, a klutz?), run up steep inclines, slog through when you are chasing confused cows through mud and gleefully splash through babbling thick brush – or riding in wind-driven sleet – creeks. All while keeping an eye on the cows. you are very happy for those chaps! They know their jobs and love their work: which is a good thing, since most of the time I was in the wrong place at the wrong time. (I’m not sure just how much of a ‘help’ I was.) It was a most pleasant experience to be able to just hop on and ride, not worrying about putting Off Course is printed on recycled paper. the horse into any sort of frame or constantly www.sedariders.org While the horses really did most of the adjusting contact – just get on and ride. work, I did get to play ‘assistant roper’ on occasion, helped wrangle some calves to the 2 | s o u t h e r n e v e n t i n g & d r e s s ag e a s s o c i at i o n s N ov e m b e r / d e c e m b e r 2 010 ground so they could be doctored, raced a some of Dana’s friends. The hurricanes 4-wheeler over some crazy terrain to chase were very popular – I may have some down cows which managed to get out of visitors in the not too distant future! (I any nook or cranny they could conjure don’t think riding around here would be up...and helped mend fence on the side of quite the same, though. Although we do a mountain with an elevation over 8,000 have alligators...) Dana’s friends were a feet. And I didn’t pass out even once! riot. I must say, I experienced quite the Life is more than a bit different out colorful vocabulary as we moved cows there from what we’re used to. The day around and horses and dogs didn’t quite I arrived, the talk of the town was a cooperate. You learn something new 550 pound grizzly bear which had been every day... The view from the back of the herd. Mooove along... killed right where my friend rides. It had Something else I learned is that a literally walked on her hoofprints. Thanks good seat transcends disciplines. It’s a It was a very quick week in the to some moose hunters who were quick tremendous testimony to every trainer beautiful scenery of Wyoming, and it was thinkers when the bear rushed them I’ve worked with that I stayed on my hard to leave. Hopefully, I’ll get to do it from fourteen yards away ... everyone is mounts (in one case, bucking at a dead again next year, though. In the meantime, safe for the time being. Not something we run – we ran past the cows by nearly I’m encouraging everyone I know to eat typically have to worry about around here 100 yards). If you have the chance, I more beef...I’ve come to the conclusion (thank heavens)! would suggest spending a bit of time in a that it’s a good thing cows taste good While there was a lot of ‘work’, there Western saddle as an opportunity to feel because they’re not good for much else! was also time for play. I took along some your horse and your seat a bit differently... hurricane mix, and we had a party with and to appreciate how light your English southern eventing & dressage association s saddle is compared to a roping saddle! Until next time, happy reading and happy riding! s n ov e m b e r / d e c e m b e r 2 010 | 3 Barn Dirt As raked by Judi Dauterive Now that the don’t think the frozen margarita machine up on his own – including fresh rose petals had anything to do with it though. The in the shape of a heart on the bed and a heat was such that evaporation accounted special cake and bottle of champagne on for 10 gallons of frozen margaritas and I arrival. The weather was spectacular and never had so much as a sip... made them wonder why they lived in beautiful weather After the serious business of riding south Louisiana. (They weren’t alone in is here it’s hard to was over, there was a Mexican fiesta in the that thought on the 23rd of August. I think believe that not pavilion and the SEDA board members we were all second guessing why we chose long ago we were transformed catwalk to reside here.) But, at the end of the trip lolling around in models, showcasing the latest trends in they still talking to each other and were the under equestrienne wear from The Dressage glad to be headed home to their beloved the biggest fans Diva and Bridles and Britches. The ponies, looking forward to another thirty we onlookers sipped what was left of the years together. A/C, could find, into stunning lamenting the miserably hot conditions margaritas had I think it will take less space to say and the fact that our horses’ bar tab was taken its toll and called out encouraging who didn’t go to WEG than to list those higher than the feed bill. Almost every comments to the models who hammed who went. I think myself, Cameron, horse in the area stopped sweating and it up to the nth degree. I do believe an Sophia and Nicole Landreneau were promptly went on a diet fortified with beer extremely good day was had by all and I the only people on the planet not there. and One A/C. My guys pretty much moved hope it becomes a regular fixture on the into the pond and would only surface long calendar. Kudos to Janel Martin and enough to scarf down breakfast before Deborah Epperson for pulling it all resubmerging. Have you ever seen a horse together. with webbed hooves? Mine were getting close. after “evaporation” A couple of weeks later, The Last Dance recognized dressage show at Amen Despite the soaring temps, a plethora Corner (rechristened The Last CHANCE of peeps turned up for the SEDA XXX show) bore fruit for those members Adults Only schooling show at Amen looking for scores towards Championship Corner Farm. International Grand Prix qualifying scores and USDF Medals. rider Heather Blitz was the judge/mini- Cameron Dauterive earned her Bronze clinician and the competitors certainly Medal and Laura Freeman and Sophia appreciated the keen eye and insights from Wijnbergen-Lusthuis their On the first day of the dressage, Cathy someone who has really been there and Silvers. Kalie Beckers also earned her Shepard looked at the day sheets and done that (and continues to go there and Bronze earlier in the year, so didn’t feel saw Hunter Douglas Sunrise and just do that). What a hoot and a half that was. I any pressure and was able to start work about fainted. Hunter Douglas is actually towards earning her Silver. the family business, you see – a Dutch Fashion Show Diva, Leslie Morris models winter wear. earned Ain’t love grand? Rose petals decorate the White’s room. Although no medals are involved, public corporation and major worldwide maybe they should be...Lolly White manufacturer of window coverings and (according to husband Ted) deserves some architectural products. Anne Hornbeak sort of recognition for putting up with and Cathy both know the family company, him for thirty years. The couple celebrated both know about the sponsorship, but their 30th anniversary on August 23rd in never put two and two together until just half Moon Bay, CA. They stayed in the Ritz then. Cathy promptly got on the phone to Carlton (compliments of the hotel owner her uncle in Europe to get special seating who is a friend of Ted’s) and received arranged. She tried to wheedle a private treatment Ted could never have dreamed visit with Sunrise – denied – but was told 4 | s o u t h e r n e v e n t i n g & d r e s s ag e a s s o c i at i o n s N ov e m b e r / d e c e m b e r 2 010 the name before hers revealed it was the Nicole was told “It’s in 4 weeks, Honey”. lady from whom she bought her horse, Now factor in to this training regime that Laoma. Small world. she was gone for a week in Wyoming, While everyone was at WEG, Heather Hubby was sick with pneumonia for a Blitz (who was summering at Stirling week, there are no hills on the levee where Farm) snuck up to the CDI at Devon and they were training (unless you count riding won the Prix St Georges and Intermediare up to the levee to get to the bike path) I on Paragon – both tests had 30 plus and you don’t have the ideal ‘fittening’ riders, so no mean feat! Anyone who saw scenario. Brimming with wifely devotion Heather riding Paragon at the Danish and undaunted by little mishaps (leading inspections at Oak Hill Ranch will not to first-name terms with Bike Shop Dude that a trip to the Bartels Academy (run by be surprised. It was such a treat to watch who now has an intimate and working Olympians Joep and Tineke Bartels) could an international caliber horse strutting knowledge of the Landreneau family be arranged. Sunrise went on to finish 4th his stuff in our own back yard, and he credit cards), Nicole found herself staring in the freestyle and Cathy stayed attired in obviously can hold his own and then some down the start of the ride from Hammond Dutch orange for the rest of the trip. against stiff competition. to Percy Quinn park in McComb, MS. 75 Heather Blitz offers expertise at the Adults Only Show. Lee Scott (now in Virginia – but we Rene Kurzius found herself in the miles! Hills! BIG hills!! Lots of them!!! The won’t hold it against her) and her barn riparian canine rescue business recently. road looking like striped holiday candy group went to WEG and had a blast. She Her daughter Larkin’s big, goofy puppy, rippling into the hazy distance. And the saw old friends, Vicki Macgowan, Marie Titan, was romping around the back north wind...no matter which way they Cobb and Lolly White. She drove that yard of Rene’s Jacksonville house which Land Rover course there. What a kick! She is on the St. John’s River. Before he could balanced the car at the top of the teeter stop himself, Titan bounded right off the totter. Quite a change from her Hyundai! bulkhead and into the water. He was able But she’s not planning to buy one anytime to paddle back to the bulkhead and was soon. She could get two fancy horses for clinging to a groove in the cement wall the price of one Land Rover with all the when Rene took the plunge after him. She bells and whistles. Her horse, Lenny, is grabbed him around the chest whereupon doing well at age 18 and she’s hoping for he put his head on her shoulder and PSG next spring and maybe her Silver cuddled up like a baby. Living on the river Medal. She also bought a snow blower in is all fun and games until you find yourself August to ensure that she won’t have 56” chest deep in flowing water trying to pass of snow again this winter. Apparently a wet, frightened 60lb dog over your head rode, it was ALWAYS into the wind. At one gets very favorable pricing on snow to reaching arms on shore. least there were rest stops every twelve The Landreneaus at the finish of their 150 mile ride. blowers in August, especially when it’s The biking bug took a hold of miles so riders could ease their aching near 100 degrees. See, the summer heat is Anthony Landreneau and wife Nicole derrieres and calf muscles and load up on good for something. was somehow swept up in the fever. Before carbs. Nicole didn’t dwell on how far they While Laura Freeman was in KY for she knew it she was (against her better had to go, she just aimed to make it to the WEG, she decided to go on one of the farm sensibilities) clad in shiny, clingy, stretchy next rest stop…and the next…and the next tours. Being a last minute sort of decision, fabric, perched on a gleaming new bike until the finish line was in sight – two miles most of the tours were full, but she was with all kinds of gears and an unforgiving away up another *ا¥ð*# HILL! Once able to get into the Darley Stud, owned by seat. To make matters worse, she had finished, the bike parking area was a lovely Sheikh Mohammed. As she was signing somehow been signed up for the 150 half mile trek into the woods. Yay! Perfect in, she couldn’t help thinking that the lady mile MS Tour Bike Ride. Most people take for getting the feeling back into the knees in front looked familiar. A quick look at months to prepare and train for this event. Continued on page 20 s o u t h e r n e v e n t i n g & d r e s s ag e a s s o c i at i o n s N ov e m b e r / d e c e m b e r 2 010 | 5 WEG ... continued from page 1 All of the horses were spectacular, I knew there! Yes, the Louisiana SEDA folks were well represented. but the top three from the Grand Prix Now, the shopping, though not Special were just amazing to watch fabulous in my view, still put a dent in my and photograph. They were so precise, wallet and Sparky ended up with a few rhythmical and expressive. Simply poetry new goodies! Ok...to the show. in motion. I attended the Dressage Grand Prix And congratulations to our beloved Special and, of course, the musical Ravel and Steffen Peters, bringing home freestyle. Yes, Totilas is ‘all that’, but I the Bronze Medal. The first individual think my favorite combination was the medal for the United States in World silver medal winner from Great Britain, Equestrian Games competition! What a Laura Bechtolsheimer on the Danish treat to experience it first-hand! Warmblood gelding, Mistral Hojris. They Getting around in style: Barbara and Bill Merritt and Margaret Rice bummed a ride from Baton Rouge farrier, Dick Fungay. were just a lovely pair and, of course, I am dressage musical freestyle, cross country partial to Danish Warmbloods! Steffen and show jumping. Randy and I were able Peters and Ravel had great music for their to see Para dressage on the day we left – it Well, first let me start by saying I have freestyle and I really enjoyed their ride – was so inspiring. It was really wonderful never seen so many DQs in one place particularly after I had my “star sighting” to be around thousands of horse people at one time...it was really something. and my friend Mary Jo snapped a photo at one time. I think some of the most The Kentucky Horse Park was beautiful of Steffen and I on Thursday. I didn’t interesting moments happened on the and I had a number of SEDA member want to feel like a stalker, but when I saw bus rides to and from the Horse Park each sightings. Lynn Quast and crew were him walking around on his day “off”, I day, where we got to talk to horse people my first spotting and they were having couldn’t resist asking for the photo. He from all around the world! what looked liked entirely too much fun. was incredibly gracious and obliged! Deborah Epperson: SEDA Sightings and More Our farrier from here in Baton Lynn’s exact words to me were something My final day at WEG was spent Rouge, Dick Fungay, is the immediate like... “Can you say V-A-C-A-T-I-O-N?” Yes, watching the cross-country...yikes! I past president of The American Farriers she spelled it out! Though I was there for have been to Rolex before so I am not a Association. He has been working on his the dressage, I too was enjoying a few complete newbie...but those jumps are part of WEG for the past several years. adult beverages and it took me a minute big, complex, and SCARY! Thanks very Dick was able to drive Barbara and me all to engage my spelling skills...yep, I got much, but you event people are crazy! around some of the off limits parts of the it, ‘vacation’! I also ran into Vicky Busch I will stick to dressage where we stay on park, so we were able to see some ‘behind and friends, Ted and Lolly White, Elaine the ground (at least most of the time)! the scenes’ action. Sadly, not in the stall Harmon, David and Joanna Leake, and Going to WEG was a treat, and though areas though, as they were guarded like Vicki Macgowan. My Florida buddies I will never ride at that level, it’s good to Fort Knox! were quite impressed at all the “people” see the best to know what you are striving towards! Margaret Rice: Fun – Even for the Spouses! Starstruck: Deb Epperson with Steffen Peters. Karen Daray: Experience of a Lifetime WEG was wonderful! From Grand Prix Dressage to Irish sport horses to Me, Barbara Merritt and our spouses vaulting to cross country competition, went to WEG together, and we had so one was better than the next. Just seeing much fun! We knew the guys’ eyes would those glorious equines with their shiny glaze over if we only went for dressage, so coats and impeccable behavior made us we made sure to watch a variety of events all yearn to come home and groom our sure to keep them happy, too. We saw the babies, to teach them to jump higher or 6 | s o u t h e r n e v e n t i n g & d r e s s ag e a s s o c i at i o n s N ov e m b e r / d e c e m b e r 2 010 Elaine Harmon: Part of History in the Making do a smoother lead change. You could Jones and the resting place of Seattle never get enough of Totilas or Ravel or the Slew. I had no idea how complicated powerful Fuego. It was amazing how the thoroughbred breeding could be. We The World Equestrian Games, what Eventers could go from dressage to cross ended the day at Buffalo Run Distillery, can I say...they were fantastic! I felt like country to stadium competition without so now I also know making Kentucky I was part of history in the making. missing a beat. The horses ran for at least Bourbon is just as complicated as Being the first time the WEG was held 11 minutes and cleared approximately 26 thoroughbred breeding! on U.S. soil, you could feel the energy The first round of the dressage and excitement of the competitors and competition began on Monday in the spectators. Kentucky did a great job of The beer, too, was exceptional: $7 a rain with very cold temperatures. By showcasing their state and all of the cup! (The mint juleps were a little more but afternoon, the weather was cleared up United States; I was honored to be a part gave you more bang for your buck.) Then and was absolutely beautiful for the of this equine history. jumps. Their athleticism rivals that of any other discipline. there was the shopping: I’ll never know rest of the week. The quality of riding The Grand Prix Dressage was awe how we managed to see all those horses represented was amazing. Just when inspiring – the level of communication and do the amount of shopping we did! you thought you saw the best ride you and grace between horse and rider was When we arrived in Lexington we had have ever seen, the next was even better. phenomenal! Edward Gal and Moorlands loaded the twin engine Navajo to about Edward Gal and Moorlands Totilas and Totilas were exceptional. This horse and 3/4 capacity; when we left Lexington, we Steffen Peters and Ravel were absolutely rider team is so precise and powerful were sure we’d never get off the ground amazing. It was also very nice watching a while completely in sync and harmony. – I’m amazed we did. So is the pilot! fellow Louisianan, Todd Flettrich, riding The crowd cheered in appreciation of the Ariat is coming out with some awesome Otto. I liked the electronic scoreboard showman Juan Manuel Munoz Diaz and boots that we weren’t able to purchase yet that showed the score of each movement his stallion Fuego XII from Spain. This pair (thankfully). And every vendor there had in the test as well as how it compared was all heart and truly looked they had a their best foot forward. to the leading rider. Edward’s ride was good time. Of course, the crowd favorite the first time I have ever seen so many was Steffen Peters and Ravel representing “10s” awarded! Of course in between the the United States. Steffen and Ravel were different riding sessions there was plenty powerful yet elegant, a true joy to watch. It truly was the experience of a lifetime! Gerlinde Beckers: Each Ride Better Than the Next of time to shop, shop, and shop. It was an honor for me to be able to see From our seats we could see down the best of the best in person. As a rider, The opening ceremonies held on the entrance and exit lane which allowed it was a great learning opportunity, one Saturday were awesome and the weather me to see all the horses, riders and everyone should experience. Plan ahead, was perfect. I believe they showcased trainers interact. It didn’t matter which the next WEG is in Normandy, France in every riding discipline that existed from country was represented, they basically 2014! Hope to see you there! s trotters, to bridle-less riding, to the all did the same thing; showed the same Friesian Train, which was my absolute level of anticipation before the ride and favorite. It was amazing to see all the excitement after the ride was finished. countries from around the world that were represented in the games. I saw Courtney King-Dye who came to watch Steffen Peters ride. Seeing her was Sunday we attended a sightseeing a very humbling experience and made me tour that took us to Keeneland Racetrack think really hard about how important early in the morning where we were able it is to wear protective headgear while to watch several young thoroughbreds riding. being breezed for the very first time. From While I missed seeing the Grand Prix there we went to Three Chimneys Farm, Kur Friday night, everything else I did see Breeding Division – the home of Smarty was certainly worth the trip! The Equi-Best crew goes to WEG: Maria Cowan, Lynn Quast, Kimberly Schultz, and Karen Daray with adult beverages in hand moments before boarding their twin engine Navajo to the event. Talk about going in style! s o u t h e r n e v e n t i n g & d r e s s ag e a s s o c i at i o n s N ov e m b e r / d e c e m b e r 2 010 | 7 Schooling Dressage Standings As of October 20, 2010 TESTS/ JUDGES SCORE Angel Buttercream Cache Maestro In Black Chicory Bella the Great 2/1 2/1 4/2 2/1 2/1 2/1 71.500 66.540 63.500 62.250 53.250 52.000 High Anticipation Angel Buttercream Jet’s Image Dora Los Angeles Lil’ Angel Pied Piper Maeve 4/2 2/1 5/3 6/3 4/2 2/1 4/2 4/2 1/1 62.500 61.750 61.000 60.000 59.000 56.250 55.750 55.250 51.000 2/2 1/1 1/1 RIDER HORSE VOL. HRS. INTRO LEVEL - AA + SEDA Schooling Jamie Phelps Logan Barowka Julia Scheurmann Cameron Serafin Alice Shepard Jamie Phelps Dylan Pellegrin Svenya Stoyanoff Alex Varisco + Volunteer Hours Chair: Joanie Mintz Anne Hornbeak Leslie Morris Alex Varisco x x x Sally Richards Elaine Harmon Lousie White 52.823 47.391 45.200 x x x Anne Hornbeak Elizabeth Cummins 2/1 67.200 x 2/1 64.600 4/2 64.200 5/3 62.857 Anne Hornbeak Anne Hornbeak 3/2 61.600 fourth level - o 2/1 4/2 2/1 2/1 5/3 60.753 60.250 58.336 55.407 55.217 x x G Force Wellington Vinnie Foxy Lady Rain Dance High Anticipation 1/1 2/1 1/1 2/1 4/2 1/1 67.500 63.649 61.600 61.274 59.800 57.391 x x x x x Ekaterina G Force Jean Lafitte Lord Loxley Chicory Gangster 2/1 1/1 2/1 2/1 4/2 4/2 67.330 66.959 65.846 63.886 62.477 58.393 x x Zydeco ZSH Lavalais 1/1 3/3 65.000 62.000 Maeve Bobby Sox Bobby Sox AnMarie Lane Watch Me Go Bernadette MurrayGolden Dancer Fertel Barbara Merritt Technicolor Red Hot Constance Henry Investment AF Joanie Mintz Johnnyonthespot Margaret Rice Lord Loxley Allison Caponetto Chocolate Puddin’ Teri O'Neal Ferdinand Sabine Stoyanoff Mr Big Teri O'Neal AF Highly Regarded B Make copies of the front of your dressage test results making sure score, date, and judge’s name are legible. C Mail copies to Vickie no later than 14 days after the last day of the weekend on which the show in question was held. Include a valid e-mail address. x Anne Hornbeak Nancy Burba Ashley Murray Nancy Burba Ashley Murray Mollie Phelps 59.722 Pacifica Le Don 4/2 2/1 67.666 62.222 x x 1/1 60.323 x Rascale Don Giovanni 3/2 3/2 68.095 58.974 x x Rocky Raccoon Lincoln Cold Snap 1/1 1/1 1/1 67.568 61.667 60.324 x x x Hello Dolly Lavalais 1/1 1/1 66.047 54.736 x x Rascale Don Giovanni 1/1 5/3 64.615 62.051 x x Lincoln 1/1 60.456 x Lincoln Dannah 2/1 4/2 70.128 62.436 x x Debonaire 3/2 66.512 x 1/1 62.105 x 4/4 2/1 65.250 59.060 x x Auto Be a Storm 1/1 55.000 x Bella Octavia The Countryman The Countryman Sportsfield Ryan Zutch 4/2 2/1 2/1 5/3 3/2 68.348 66.294 65.360 64.783 60.435 Vinnie 4/3 67.263 x 2/1 66.361 x 3/3 62.730 x Vinnie SECOND LEVEL - AA SECOND LEVEL - O THIRD LEVEL - JR/YR Kalie Beckers Cameron Dauterive THIRD LEVEL - AA THIRD LEVEL - O Anne Hornbeak PRIX ST GEORGES - AA Laura Freeman Laoma x Vinnie Zutch USEA BEGINNER NOVICE - AA Chrissy West USEA NOVICE - AA Rebecca Doleac Laura Hughes Craig Peterson Craig Peterson Laura Hughes Ahhh...refreshments at the Adults Only Schooling Show. x x USEA NOVICE - O Elizabeth Cummins USEA TRAINING LEVEL - AA Ted White L. Brown Bear USEA TRAINING LEVEL - O Elizabeth Cummins Vinnie x Photo courtesy of anthony landreneau www.sedariders.org Kalie Beckers Cameron Dauterive Alex Varisco Alexis Laguna FIRST LEVEL - JR/YR Kathryn Chabaud Alex Varisco 3/2 x USEA BEGINNER NOVICE - JR TRAINING LEVEL - O D Check your standings and volunteer hours on the web site and with each issue. Report any discrepancies to the appropriate chair. 65.667 63.246 SECOND LEVEL - JR/YR Elaine Harmon TRAINING LEVEL - JR/YR Caitlyn Jordan Grace Bellone Alex Varisco Kalie Beckers Rachel Dell Jamie Phelps 1/1 4/2 FIRST LEVEL prix caprilli - JR x x x x TRAINING LEVEL - AA How do members participate in the SEDA Awards Program? Watch Me Go Walter AF Johnnyonthespot VOL. HRS. FIRST LEVEL - O PRIX CAPRILLI INTRO LEVEL - JR/YR Alex Varisco Stevie Lynn Roth Sarah Truett Carmen Hall 121 Bennett Drive Covington, LA 70435 SCORE FIRST LEVEL - AA AnMarie Lane Cathy Shepard INTRO LEVEL - JR/YR Dressage Award Chair: Vickie Schiefelbein 11504 Old Fort Bayou Road Vancleave, MS 39565 (228) 806-5917 [email protected] TESTS/ JUDGES HORSE Photo courtesy of anthony landreneau Jamie Barowka Ruth Roca Kimberly Schultz Sabine Stoyanoff Cheryl Delangrange Ruth Roca RIDER And the results of having those refreshments... 8 | s o u t h e r n e v e n t i n g & d r e s s ag e a s s o c i at i o n s N ov e m b e r / d e c e m b e r 2 010 s o u t h e r n e v e n t i n g & d r e s s ag e a s s o c i at i o n s N ov e m b e r / d e c e m b e r 2 010 | 9 Eventing Standings As of October 10, 2010 RIDER HORSE POINTS VOL. HRS **RECOGNIZED EVENTING** VOL. HRS Amelia Hoffeld x Maggie 8 Madeline Mosing Kilkee Riani 17 x Eva Hemb Pied Piper 5 x Madeline Mosing Chesapeake Bay 15 x Logan Barowka Brighten My Life 4 x Claudia Hemb Ricky Bobby 3 x Ricardo 5 x Olivia Pethke Chocolate Eclair 2 x Kelsey Hargrove Lily 22 x Sydney Ragas Libby 18 x Megan Cato Rex 14 x Julia Scheurmann Buttercream 7 x Logan Barowka Angel 0 x Hanky Panky 10 x novice - jr Jacob Roberts Award Chair: Kelley Varisco 21112 Wilson Road Covington, LA 70435 (985) 892-1997 [email protected] POINTS amoeba - jr, continued beginner novice - jr + SEDA Eventing HORSE RIDER pre-amoeba - jr **SCHOOLING COMBINED TESTS** training level - SR Ted White Loughnatousa Brown Bear 21 Ginny Roberts The Illusionist 5 x beginner novice - jr **SCHOOLING HORSE TRIALS** Alex Varisco Appy Go Lucky 7 x Simone Page Nilla Wafer 7 x green as grass - jr novice - jr Eva Hemb + Volunteer Hours Chair: Rachel Dell Rain Dance 10 x Carmen Hall 121 Bennett Drive Covington, LA 70435 beginner novice - jr Alex Daray Beach Boy 7 x Izzy Hemb Nilla Wafer 11 x Daphne Zimmer Ava 0 x Claudia Hemb Handy Man 9 x Simone Page Nilla Wafer 8 x Elizabeth Cummins Vinnie 16 x Izzy Hemb Sir Walter 8 x Laura Hughes The Countryman 11 Rebecca Rhodes Morning Glory 7 x How do members participate in the SEDA Awards Program? Rebecca Doleac Bella Octavia 7 Natalie Pethke Cream Puff 6 x Alex Daray Beach Boy 5 x B Eventing scores must be mailed to the Eventing Chair within 14 days after the last day on which the horse trial/ combined test was held. Use the form on page 26 to submit your scores. novice - SR pollywog - SR Ashley Murray Doppler Radar 14 Kristie Cato Papa’s Gift 9 Ginny Roberts Make No Mistake 11 Ruth Roca Buttercream 5 Ann Mayer Gentleman Jack 11 Melissa Mysing Mattie 9 beginner novice - sr pollywog - jr x Cameron Dauterive GF Windchime 19 x Chrissy West Auto Be A Storm 7 x Simone Page Nilla Wafer 7 x Sally Richards Rocky Raccoon 7 x Alex Daray Remi (Beach Boy) 5 x novice - sr Alexis Laguna Zutch 0 x Rebecca Doleac Bella Octavia 18 Craig Peterson Sportsfield Ryan 11 Ginny Roberts The Illusionist 9 amoeba - SR Alicia Santopadre Doppler Radar 12 x amoeba - jr C Check your standings and volunteer hours on the web site and with each issue. Report any discrepancies to the appropriate chair. Marth Ann Croxton Appy Go Lucky 21 x Alex Varisco Magnificent Maeve 14 x Sydney Schultz Snickers Satisfies 12 x Stevie Lynn Roth Bobby Sox 11 x Rebecca Doleac on Bella Octavia at Fleur de Leap. Photo ©megan burgess photography Photo ©megan burgess photography www.sedariders.org Simone Page on Nilla Wafer at Fleur de Leap. 10 | s o u t h e r n e v e n t i n g & d r e s s ag e a s s o c i at i o n s N ov e m b e r / d e c e m b e r 2 010 seda board Board Meeting Minutes October 11, 2010 • Mandeville, LA Board Members Present: Lynn Quast, price. David motioned to utilize SEDA Board that she is looking forward to David Banister, Christy Sanantonio, funds for this and Maria seconded it. The represent SEDA and will report back Leslie Morris, Nicole Landreneau, Maria motion was passed. on her experiences in the first issue of Cowan, Paula Gregory. Membership Chair Report: Maria 2011 in January. Nicole reported that Guest: Laura Freeman reported that many current SEDA the SEDA Scholarship deadline is fast The meeting was called to order by members are already beginning to renew approaching as applications should be their memberships for next year. Nicole submitted by November first. the President at 7:08 p.m. The minutes from the previous mentioned that renewal postcards were Junior/Young Rider Chair Report: meeting were approved by Lynn. The on order and will be sent out in the mail Paula reported that the Juniors Only motion was seconded by Paula. soon. Show is on the schedule for June 2011 Treasurer’s Report: A current Balance Dressage Chair Report: Leslie reported at Amen Corner Farm. It was highly Sheet and Profit & Loss Statement was that she has been in touch with the successful this past summer and Paula presented to the Board from Janel and it USDF regarding a potential 2012 USDF is appreciative of all of the positive was reported that SEDA is fiscally sound. Convention in New Orleans. She spoke feedback and enthusiasm for this event. Lynn moved to accept the Treasurer’s with Region 9 President Bess Reineman Paula discussed the need for a compatible Report as presented. Maria seconded the several times about her experiences sound system connection for SEDA to motion. The report was approved. planning and executing a successful use at horse shows (i.e. for freestyles, etc.) Eventing Chair Report: Lynn reported 2009 USDF Convention and Symposium Maria motioned for this to be purchased that Fleur de Leap was a success. The in Austin, Texas last year. The Board for SEDA and Leslie seconded it. The weather was beautiful and riders and discussed options for venues and favors motion was passed. spectators alike enjoyed the competition. for the event as well as financial planning. This event is gaining in popularity every Newsletter/Website Chair Report: year. Lynn also expressed how SEDA is Nicole has been tapped as the SEDA in need of individual numbers for jumps delegate on the cross country course and options Convention in Jacksonville, Florida how to acquire them at a reasonable December 1-3. She expressed to the the upcoming USDF November 15, 2010 in Metairie. The meeting was adjourned at 9:27 p.m. Respectfully submitted by Christy Sanantonio. s Photo ©megan burgess photography at The next meeting will be held Cross country schooling at Lagniappe Farm. s o u t h e r n e v e n t i n g & d r e s s a g e a s s o c i a t i o n s N o v e m b e r / d e c e m b e r 2 0 1 0 | 11 + SEDA Recognized Dressage Award Chair: Sally Richards 75171 Old Military Rd. Covington, LA 70435 (985) 809-7391 [email protected] + Volunteer Hours Chair: Carmen Hall 121 Bennett Drive Covington, LA 70435 How do members participate in the SEDA Awards Program? Recognized Dressage Standings B Make copies of the front of your recognized dressage test results making sure score, date, and judge’s name are legible. RIDER C Mail copies to Sally no later than 14 days after the last day of the weekend on which the show in question was held. Include a valid e-mail address. D Check your standings and volunteer hours on the web site and with each issue. Report any discrepancies to the appropriate chair. As of October 10, 2010 HORSE TESTS/ JUDGES SCORE VOL. HRS. Lil’ Angel 4/2 55.750 x intro level - jr/yr Dylan Pellegrin TESTS/ JUDGES SCORE VOL. HRS. Kalie Beckers Rascale 4/4 64.145 x Cameron Dauterive Don Giovanni 5/4 63.846 x third level - JR/YR training level - jr/yr Mattie Zepernick Amarula 1/1 65.400 x third level - aa Mattie Zepernick Alex Varisco Nereide 7/7 64.400 x Allison Barca Risque 2/2 66.628 x Vinnie 2/2 62.353 x Lolly White Cayenne 8/5 64.744 x Elaine Harmon Lincoln 4/3 62.949 x Hello Dolly 2/1 66.163 x Grenadier 3/2 61.220 x Travel Times 3/3 62.439 Laoma 4/4 60.790 x Anne Hornbeak Dancon 2/1 66.448 x Sophia WijnbergenLusthuis Travel Times 2/1 64.474 Dancon 2/2 67.895 x training level - aa Bernadette Murray WEC Golden Dancer 3/1 71.739 third level - O Mary Alice Edwards Fortoula 3/2 65.600 Anne Hornbeak first level - jr/yr fourth level - aa Christy Sanantonio Kathryn Chabaud Zydeco ZSH 2/2 67.983 Mattie Zepernick Nereide 8/6 64.306 x fourth level - o Mattie Zepernick Amarula 2/2 64.619 x Alex Varisco Lavalais 1/1 65.000 x Sophia WijnbergenLusthuis Cathy Shepard Walter 3/2 63.000 Cathy Shepard Lightning Draw 1/1 61.316 first level - aa www.sedariders.org HORSE RIDER prix st georges - O first level - o Anne Hornbeak Pacifica 11/6 72.095 x second level - JR/YR intermediare i - o Kalie Beckers Rascale 3/2 65.618 x Cameron Dauterive Don Giovanni 2/2 60.921 x Cold Snap 6/3 62.237 x second level - AA Lolly White prix st georges - aa Laura Freeman Anne Hornbeak breed classes Dressage Sport Horse Prospect in Hand second level - O Anne Hornbeak Hello Dolly 11/8 68.333 x Elizabeth Cummins Lavalais 2/2 58.282 x Deborah Epperson Lascaux 1/1 74.800 x Paula Gregory Louisiana 1/1 69.700 x 12 | s o u t h e r n e v e n t i n g & d r e s s ag e a s s o c i at i o n s N ov e m b e r / d e c e m b e r 2 010 The Last Dance Recognized Dressage Results RIDER HORSE SCORE training level test 4 & gaig/usdf qual. RIDER HORSE SCORE third level test 2 RIDER HORSE SCORE Lavalais 55.405% second level test 2 Mattie Zepernick (JR) Amarula 65.200% Louise White (AA) Cayenne 57.949% Elizabeth Cummins Betsy Gosling (SR) Attymon 64.000% Cameron Dauterive (JR) Don Giovanni 59.231% second level test 3 & dover aa medal Lil’ Angel 54.000% Alliso Barca (AA) Risque 60.698% second level test 4 gaig & usdf qual. Louise White (AA) Cayenne 60.465% Louise White (AA) Cold Snap 57.381% Lil’ Angel 51.500% Katherine Coleman (AA) Trader Vic 57.907% Elaine Harmon (AA) Lincoln 53.810% Elaine Harmon (AA) Lincoln 57.209% Carline Adams (JR) Uniek 64.048% Attymon 60.333% Anne Hornbeak (O) Hello Dolly 64.186% Anne Hornbeak (O) Hello Dolly 63.095% Amarula 67.000# Laoma 57.045% intro test a - jr Dylan Pellegrin third level test 3 intro test a - jr Dylan Pellegrin first level test 1 - opportunity class Katherine Coleman first level test 1 Mattie Zepernick fourth level test 2 - aa Zydeco ZSH 62.500% Mary Alice Edwards (AA) Fortoula 62.286% Mattie Zepernick (JR) Nereide 59.429% first level test 3 first level test 4 gaig & usdf qual. Mary Alice Edwards (AA) Fortoula 58.421% Katherine Coleman (AA) Dartfield 56.053% Katherine Chabaud (JR) Zydeco ZSH 65.526% Mattie Zepernick (JR) Nereide 64.474% Uniek Katherine Coleman (AA) Carush 56.579% Heather Blitz (O) Dona Linda Skikkild’s Weltwind 67.895% Lincoln 67.105% Trader Vic 59.487% Don Giovanni 63.846% third level test 2 Louise White (AA) Cayenne 66.410% Cameron Dauterive (JR) Don Giovanni 66.667% third level test 3 GAIG & USDF Qual. Katherine Coleman (AA) Trader Vic 61.163% Allison Barca (AA) Risque 60.930% Louise White (AA) Cayenne 57.097% Elaine Harmon (AA) Lincoln 54.884% Anne Hornbeak (O) Hello Dolly 68.140% Dylan Pellegrin Lil Angel 63.000% fourth level test 1 Allison Barca (AA) Risque 64.419% Lil Angel 57.000% Kalie Beckers (JR) Rascale 61.860% Kathryn Chabaud Zydeco ZSH 68.056% Laura Freeman (AA) Laoma 63.864% 59.762% Alex Varisco Lavalais 59.167% Kalie Beckers (JR) Rascale 62.500% 61.892% 56.279% second level test 4 gaig & usdf qual. Elaine Harmon (AA) 64.390% intro level test a - jr Dylan Pellegrin Cold Snap 58.293% Katherine Coleman (AA) Cameron Dauterive (JR) 65.789% second level test 3 - AA Louise White 59.070% third level test 1 Christy Sanantonio (AA) Grenadier Sophia Wijnbergen-Lusthuis Travel Times (O) fei prix st. georges gaig & usdf qual Heather Blitz (O) Cold Snap Sophia Wijnbergen-Lusthuis Travel Times (O) intro level test a - jr second level test 2 - JR Caroline Adams Laura Freeman fourth level test 3 gaig & usdf qual. first LEVEL TEST 2 Kathryn Chabaud Louise White fourth level test 2 first level test 2 - jr fourth level test 3 gaig & usdf qual. Louise White (AA) Cold Snap 57.762% first level test 4 gaig & usdf qual. Kathryn Chabaud (JR) Zydeco ZSH 64.524% Mary Alice Edwards (AA) Fortoula 60.263% Christy Sanantonio (AA) Caroline Adams (JR) Uniek 64.286% Katherine Coleman (AA) Dartfield 58.684% fei prix st georges gaig & usdf qual Anne Hornbeak (O) Hello Dolly 60.000% Kathryn Chabaud (JR) Zydeco ZSH 72.368% Katherine Coleman (AA) Carush Sophia Wijnbergen-Lusthuis Travel Times (O) fei intermediate gaig & usdf qual 63.158% Heather Blitz (O) 59.737% third LEVEL TEST 1 second level test 1 Katherine Coleman (AA) Trader Vic 63.333% Cameron Dauterive (JR) Don Giovanni 63.077% Elizabeth Cummins Lavalais 55.789% Grenadier Dona Linda 62.195% 60.000% Champions and High Points Sunday High Point Open: Anne Hornbeak, Hello Dolly, 68.140% High Point AA: Louise White, Cayenne, 66.410% High Point Jr/YR: Kathryn Chabaud, Zydeco ZSH, 72.368% Weekend Champions Intro Level – Dylan Pellegrin, Lil Angel, 63.000% First Level Jr/YR – Kathryn Chabaud, Zydeco ZSH, 72.368% First Level AA – Mary Alice Edwards, Fortoula 62.286 AAReserve – Katherine Coleman, Dartield, 58.684% Second Level Jr/YR – Caroline Adams, Uniek, 64.286% Second Level Open – Anne Hornbeak, Hello Dolly, 63.095% Third Level AA – Louise White, Cayenne, 66.410% AA Reserve – Katherine Coleman, Trader Vic, 63.333% Third Level Open – Anne Hornbeak, Hello Dolly, 68.140% Fourth Level AA – Laura Freeman, Laoma, 63.864% AA Reserve – Christy Sanantonio, Grenadier, 62.195% Weekend ChampionS (continued) FEI Amateur – Katherine Coleman, Carush, 60.000% FEI Open – Heather Blitz, Doña Linda, 67.895% FEI Reserve – Sophia Wijnbergen-Lusthuis, Travel Times, 65.789% Horse of a Different Color Award Lil Angel, Dylan Pellegrin High Point Unregistered Horse Lil Angel, Dylan Pellegrin High Point AA Louise White, Cayenne Congratulations to all the winners! Photo courtesy of nicole landreneau Saturday High Point Open: Heather Blitz, Doña Linda, 67.895% High Point AA: Katherine Coleman, Trader Vic, 63.333% High Point Jr/YR: Mattie Zepernick, Amarula, 67.000% Katherine Coleman on Trader Vic at The Last Dance. s o u t h e r n e v e n t i n g & d r e s s ag e a s s o c i at i o n s N ov e m b e r / d e c e m b e r 2 010 | 13 M e mb e r r e p o r t Recognized Showing at Schooling Show Prices The USEF Opportunity Classes By Laura Freeman O ne of the most-often cited reasons it needed a way for people to be able to Opportunity Classes, nor can Freestyle tests for not attending USEF-licensed show in a licensed show in front of a USEF- be offered as Opportunity Classes. (formerly recognized) shows is the expense licensed judge that would be affordable, What is different about the Opportunity involved. Membership fees, non-member especially to those new to dressage who Classes is that riders, trainers and owners fees, horse recording fees, federation fees – may not have yet made the commitment do not need to be members of USEF or it can all add up, and quickly. But there is to join the organizations or record their USDF, horses do not need to be registered/ a way to show in a licensed show without horses. recorded with USDF or USEF (nor do they having to pay all those fees – it’s a new USEF division called the Opportunity Class. Opportunity Classes may be offered at need an HID), and entries in Opportunity any USEF Level 1, 2, or 3 dressage show. Classes do not have to pay the USEF fees Faced with declining entries to licensed The dressage levels that may be offered (Federation fee or Drug and Medication fee) shows and a corresponding increase in the vary with the level of the show, and the or any non-member fees to either USDF or cheaper schooling shows, USEF realized tests offered are at the discretion of the USEF, as long as they are only showing in show. The tests themselves are the standard dressage Once you enter any of the “regular” tests offered at all dressage classes (if cross-entering is allowed at the shows. show), all of these fees will come into play. Level 1 shows may offer Opportunity Classes Because these classes are offered at at USEF-licensed shows, all USEF rules Training, First, and Second regarding dress/saddlery/medication still Levels. They may offer two apply and all entrants are responsible for tests per level per show day, following the rules and their horses are and the classes must be subject to drug testing. specifically designated as The only caveat about the Opportunity Opportunity Classes. Level Classes is that scores from these classes 2 shows (such as The First will not count towards any USDF or USEF Dance or The Last Dance) year-end awards, nor may they be used as can offer two tests per level regional qualifying classes. These classes per day at Training and are meant for entry-level riders. First Levels, and Level 3 So, if you are new to dressage, or want to shows (such as the Dressage try your hand at showing in USEF-licensed Across the Lake shows) shows, the Opportunity Classes are a good can offer two tests per day way to get a licensed-show experience at Training Level only. without all those licensed-show fees. s Opportunity Class tests cannot be offered as part of Test of Choice classes, the Eventing Dressage tests may not be offered as NOTE Photo courtesy of nicole landreneau “What is different about the Opportunity Classes is that riders, trainers and owners do not need to be members of USEF or USDF, horses do not need to be registered/ recorded with USDF or USEF ... and entries in Opportunity Classes do not have to pay the USEF fees ... or any non-member fees to either USDF or USEF, as long as they are only showing in Opportunity Classes.” Opportunity Classes. USEF is Releasing NEW Dressage Tests for the 2011 Show Season 14 | s o u t h e r n e v e n t i n g & d r e s s ag e a s s o c i at i o n s N ov e m b e r / d e c e m b e r 2 010 Fleur de Leap Fall HT/CT Results RIDER HORSE dressage place stadium place xc overall penalty overall place L. Brown bear 39.09 1st 0 1st na 39.09 1st Rachell Dell Rain Dance 43.04 5th 0 4th na 43.04 4th Elizabeth Cummins Vinnie 27.83 1st 0 1st na 27.83 1st Kendal Richter Bon Temps Rouler 39.13 4th 0 2nd na 39.13 2nd Laura Hughes The Countryman 36.96 3rd 4 3rd na 40.96 3rd Emily Embree Ally Oop 36.09 2nd 10 5th na 46.09 5th na 40 1st TRAINING combined test Ted White NOVICE combined test BEGINNER NOVICE combined test Rebecca Hron Warrior Fortune 40.00 1st 0 1st Kathleen Aertker The Big Easy 42.50 2nd E E Cameron Dauterive GF Windchime 40.50 1st 28 2nd na 68.5 2nd Atkins Ward Phoenix 43.50 2nd 4 1st na 47.5 1st Snickers Satisfies 44.00 1st 14 1st na 58 1st 4th E pollywog combined test tadpole combined test Sydney Schultz amoeba combined test group 1 Eva Hemb Pied Piper 40.00 4th 0 4th na 40 Margaret Shepard Theadore 41.50 6th 0 5th na 41.5 5th Amelia Hoffeld Maggie 33.50 1st 4 2nd na 37.5 2nd 3rd Stevie Lynn Roth Bobby Sox 39.50 3rd 0 3rd na 39.5 Martha Ann Crocton Appy Go Lucky 34.50 2nd 0 1st na 34.5 1st Caroline Mitchell Dixie Rose 41.00 5th 17 6th na 58 6th 7th amoeba combined test group 2 Joan Bergman Gemini 49.50 7th 0 7th na 49.5 Ginny Roberts Photogenic 34.00 1st 0 tie 1st na 40 1st Alexandra Robinson Spirit 39.00 4th 0 4th na 39 4th Claudia Hemb Ricky Bobby 40.50 6th 0 6th na 40.5 6th Emily Parks Windsong Solo 34.00 1st 0 tie 1st na 34 3rd Jade Guillory Crown Jewel 40.00 5th 0 5th na 40 5th Alex Varisco Magnificent Maeve 34.00 1st 0 tie 1st na 34 2nd Sydney Ragas LIL Bit O Color 40.00 4th 0 4th na 40 4th Julia Scheurmann Buttercream 37.00 1st 0 1st na 37 1st Kelsey Hargrove Lily 38.00 2nd 0 2nd na 38 2nd Megan Cato Rex 39.00 3rd 0 3rd na 39 3rd Craig Peterson Sportsfield Ryan 43.91 3rd WD WD WD Jessica Fenner Kodak Moment 35.22 2nd 0 2nd o 35.22 2nd Rebecca Doleac Bella Octavia 32.17 1st 0 1st 0 32.17 1st pre-amoeba combined test NOVICE HORSE TRIALS WD BEGINNER NOVICE HORSE TRIALS - SR Melissa Mysing Mattie 39.50 4th 0 3rd 0 39.5 2nd Sally Richards Rocky Raccoon 34.00 1st 23 4th 0 57 3rd Ann Mayer Gentleman Jack 36.00 2nd 0 1st 0 36 1st Robin Taliaferro G. Billies Bay 39.00 3rd 0 2nd 60 99 4th 2nd BEGINNER NOVICE HORSE TRIALS - JR Izzy Hemb Sir Walter 39.00 1st 0 1st 20 59 Simone Page Nilla Wafer 42.50 2nd 0 2nd 3.6 46.1 1st Alex Daray Beach Boy 45.00 3rd 0 3rd 60 105 3rd 52.00 2nd E E 45.00 1st WD WD GREEN AS GRASS HORSE TRIALS - SR Norman Tison Roscommon Keela GREEN AS GRASS HORSE TRIALS - JR Kate Gauthereaux Charlie Brown Continued on page 18 s o u t h e r n e v e n t i n g & d r e s s ag e a s s o c i at i o n s N o v e m b e r / d e c e m b e r 2 010 | 15 usdf / tdf / usea / usef news Newsworthy score sheets that demonstrate these issues: October 1, when 46,496 attendees packed few or no comments, comments not the park on a day that concluded in a relevant to the test, and so on. Any copies fantastic Dressage Freestyle competition New Online Education Membership of score sheets submitted will be made under the lights of Rolex Stadium; as USDF has a new membership type! anonymous, with show, judge, horse, and well as October 2, when Eventing Cross Not riding? Still be a part of the USDF rider names and any other identifying Country brought 50,818 attendees to the community specifics removed. grounds. and continue learning Without the help of the dressage Attendance was bolstered by several online community, they cannot move forward sold-out rounds of competition, including educational membership (non-competing in the continued effort to improve the reining, vaulting, and dressage and para- membership) featuring e-TRAK, an online quality and integrity of judges. If you have dressage sessions. center that provides unlimited access to a score sheet that you’re willing to share, Attendance figures include media, articles and videos on equine health care, please scan or photocopy it and send to athletes, and volunteers who entered training, and much more! In addition to Kim Sodt ([email protected]), USDF Judges the grounds daily, in addition to tickets e-TRAK, e-members will be able to access Committee liaison, or via postal mail to spectators and children under the age of the online USDF Connection, USDF’s Kim’s attention at the USDF office. 12 who did not require a ticket for entry on by becoming USDF a USDF e-Membership is e-Member. an enjoy The USDF Judges Committee is using discounted memberships with USDF’s score sheets for educational purposes only. educational partners. USDF e-Membership If you have concerns related to a specific includes a free one-year basic subscription judge and wish to file an official complaint, to Barnby Notes and the member discount please rate at USDF educational events. Federation for the appropriate form. s member-only magazine, and contact the US Equestrian e-Membership are included with your Attendance to the Alltech FEI World Equestrian Games Tops Half Million By the closing day of the Alltech FEI membership. s World Equestrian Games, total attendance 2011 USEF Dressage Tests The new USEF Dressage Expanded Grants for Dressage Instructors Available from The Dressage Foundation Beginning in 2011, additional grant funding will be available from the If you are a USDF Group, Participating, or Business Member, the benefits of most days of competition. s topped half a million. Continuing Education for Dressage Instructors Fund, originally created by Maryal Barnett. “This fund has provided much needed support to USDF GMOs hosting Tests Sunday’s attendance came in at 38,682, educational clinics for instructors. are now available. Visit http://www. bringing the total for the event to 507,022. However, I want to see it do more,” said usdf.org/downloads/forms/index. “We are incredibly pleased with the Maryal Barnett. “I want to encourage asp?TypePass=Tests to access the tests. number of spectators who have joined more individuals to pursue their Instructor Note that you must be logged in. s us at the Games over these 16 days,” said Certification credentials.” World Games 2010 Foundation CEO The Continuing Education for Dressage USDF Judges Committee Needs Your Test Sheets! Jamie Link. “We are overwhelmed with Instructors Fund will continue to offer the positive comments and remarks we annual grants of $1,000 (up to five per year) The Judges have received about their experiences on to USDF GMOs for instructor education, needs the park, viewing competition, and with which can include the USDF Instructor competitors’ actual score our volunteers. By their measure, these Certification Program workshops and sheets to use as learning Games have been a great success.” testing, as well as other educational USDF Committee tools, and they’re asking Daily attendance totals avereaged from for your assistance. They 25,000 to 35,000 throughout the event. In addition to the ongoing funding are looking for copies of The biggest days on the park occurred on for USDF GMOs, this fund will now also programs for Dressage instructors. 16 | s o u t h e r n e v e n t i n g & d r e s s a g e a s s o c i a t i o n s N o v e m b e r / d e c e m b e r 2 0 10 offer grants ranging from $500 to $1,500 Great Britain as host nation. to individuals to attend USDF Instructor In Jumping, Germany, France, Belgium, Certification workshops, pre-certification, and/ Brazil and Canada qualify as the top five or testing. placed teams in Kentucky and take their places “This will be a valuable source of funding for alongside the hosts in London. Australia also instructors to offset the cost of transportation, qualify as the top ranked team from FEI Olympic hotels, meals, and registration. These grants Group C or G at the World Equestrian Games. s will make it possible for more instructors to pursue USDF certification,” said Melissa Filipi, Development Director for The Dressage AAEP Advises: Be Wary of Offering Grass Clippings to Your Horse “One reason why birds and horses are Foundation. “Maryal’s dedication to the sport The rakings of a freshly mown lawn are and to helping instructors is incredible. She has tempting to toss over the fence to your horse, but a vision, the passion, and the funding to make be wary. Grass clippings can contain harmful bits it happen!” of plants that are discouraged due to their toxic they are not trying to There will be two deadlines per year for qualities to the horse. Clippings are also easy to the individual grants. Applications will be due over-consume, and eating large amounts at one impress other birds no later than February 1st and July 1st for time can lead to excessive fermentation in the individual grants only. hind gut, potentially causing colic or founder. GMOs may continue to apply for the annual They can also invite mold to form (particularly grants throughout the year, applications can be in hot, humid environments), which can lead to submitted online, at least 90 days prior to the colic. Botulism is also a potential culprit hidden event. within grass clippings. For more information on these grants, visit So, next time you mow your yard, it’s best http://www.dressagefoundation.org/Help_ to leave the grass clippings on the lawn or toss For_Dressage_Instructors.htm. s them over a fence where horses do not reside. s London 2012 Olympic Places Announced Following Alltech FEI World Equestrian Games™ How Much Footing? Footing is ordered in cubic yards of material. To determine how much is needed, measure the The FEI has announced the teams which length and width of the arena in feet, determine have qualified for the London 2012 Olympic how deep in inches the footing needs to be; and Games following their success at the recently- convert that into a fraction of a foot. Then use concluded Alltech FEI World Equestrian the following formula: happy is because and horses.” – Dale Carnegie, “How To Win Friends and Influence People” Got News? Send it in! Get your name (or photo) in print! Send your submissions to the editor at offcoursenews @hotmail.com. Cubic yards of material needed = (length of Games™ in Kentucky. Great Britain, as hosts of the 2012 Olympics, qualify automatically for the three Olympic disciplines, Dressage, Eventing and Jumping. arena in feet x width of arena in feet x depth of footing in feet) ÷ 27 Note: One dump truck load = 5-10 cubic In Dressage those qualified as a result of yards, so 25-50 truckloads would be needed their performances at the World Equestrian to deliver 244 cubic yards of sand; also 1 cubic Games are The Netherlands, yard of sand = 1.5 tons, so 244 cubic yards of Germany and the USA. sand = 366 tons. From Eventing, Canada, New Zealand, USA, Next Deadline for Off Course is December 10 This tip courtesy of publication, Horsekeeping on a Small Acreage. s Germany and Belgium join s o u t h e r n e v e n t i n g & d r e s s a g e a s s o c i a t i o n s N o v e m b e r / d e c e m b e r 2 0 1 0 | 17 M e mb e r r e p o r t Equestrian Team at CHS By Kelly Varisco C Thanks to everyone who submitted content for this issue! Special thanks to Gerlinde Beckers, Megan Burgess, Marie Cobb, Judi Dauterive, Deborah Epperson, Laura Freeman, Carmen Hall, Elaine Harmon, Anthony Landreneau, Leslie Morris, Lisette Page, Lynn Quast, Margaret Rice, Cathy Shepard, and Chrissy West. Please continue to send in your material! p In Sympathy SEDA extends its condolences to Leslie Morris on the loss of her grandmother. SEDA also extends its condolences to Condolences to Deborah Epperson on the loss of her horse, Lark and to Cameron Dauterive on the loss of her dog, Saint. Parental advisors are Kelley Varisco and Sandy public high school in St. Tammany parish to Robbins. Team trainer is Elizabeth Cummins. support an equestrian team. The administrative staff at Covington High The new program is modeled after the USEF has been very supportive, with Coach Darryl high school athlete letterman program. Riders Graham and Principle Deborah McCollum being are required to log 100 hours in the saddle, and instrumental in getting the team off the ground. compete in a specific number of competitions Our team needs sponsors! Donations will per year in order to letter. They also have to meet be used to purchase team shirts, jackets and all Louisiana high school athletic association letters. If you would like to make a donation to requirements. the CHS Equestrian Team please contact Kelley Our mission statement: Covington High Varisco ([email protected] / 985-807-5500) or School Equestrian team seeks to promote and Elizabeth Cummins ([email protected], 985- support equestrian athletes by recognizing students 705-2833). All donations are tax deductible. who actively compete in equestrian activities. Our We would also like to encourage everyone goals are to recognize the rider and horse as an to let CHS administration know what a great athletic team and to promote the equestrian as a opportunity they have given our local young valid member of a recognized sport. riders. Please contact Coach Graham at Darryl. The team currently has eleven members. Faculty advisor is Mr. Payton Monteleone. [email protected] and Ms. McCollum at [email protected]. s Fleur de Leap HT/CT Results continued from page 15 RIDER HORSE score place DRESSAGE ONLY TESTS HORSE score place 46.52% 1st training level test 1 USEA TRAINING TEST A Elizabeth Cummins Vinnie RIDER Ashley Meeks 62.73% 1st USEA BEGINNER NOVICE TEST A Puzzle Box overall Highest Dressage Score: Amelia Hoffeld on Maggie (66.5%) Rebecca Stewart When Pigs Fly 59.50% 2nd Rebecca stewart Sugar Pie 63.50% 1st 60.80% 1st Chocolate Puddin 50.00% 1st Kimberly Schultz Cache 66.50% 1st Pam Bordelon KY Matty G 57.50% 3rd Nicole Worley Dods Twist of Chance E E Sarah Truett Maggie 61.50% 2nd Lowest Overall Score: Elizabeth Cummins on Vinnie (28pts) training level test 3 Alison Caponetto Chocolate Puddin training level test 4 Alison Caponetto intro level test a intro level test b Ashley Meeks Puzzle Box 58.00% 5th Sarah Truett Maggie 63.50% 4th Julia Sceurmann ButterCream 67.00% 1st Kimberly Schultz Cache 65.00% 3rd Pam Bordelon KY Matty G 56.50% 6th Kathy Sheffield Sugar Pie 65.00% 2nd Photo ©megan burgess photography Gracias... ovington high school has become the first Ted White on Loughnatousa Brown Bear at Fleur de Leap. 18 | s o u t h e r n e v e n t i n g & d r e s s a g e a s s o c i a t i o n s N o v e m b e r / d e c e m b e r 2 0 10 s o u t h e r n e v e n t i n g & d r e s s a g e a s s o c i a t i o n s N o v e m b e r / d e c e m b e r 2 0 10 | 19 Barn Dirt ... continued from page 5 Frankie François and his pony, dressed as and feet. Day two dawned bright and chilly. Not Woody and Bullseye from Toy Story pulled down to worry that all they packed was their skimpy a blue ribbon along with Logan Barowka as a biking gear. All that pedaling would warm up Portuguese bullfighter, for just being so darn the Dynamic Duo in no time. Ah...not so much. cute! A red ribbon was the perfect accessory for Again, no matter which direction they went it Gray Cummins as Zorro, matching his sash was always uphill into the wind. By the second perfectly. Rachel Dell and Rain as Raggedy rest stop, riders were dropping like flies and Ann and Andy, Cameron and Windchime the support trucks rumbled by loaded with the as Rainbow Bright and Starlight and Sunny bicycles of the newly fallen. At one point, Nicole François with her interpretation of a BeeGee gazed upwards and espied circling vultures were the best of the rest. And no, Sunny…of which made her fear for her fallen comrades course that bee outfit didn’t make your butt and spurred her ever on. By the last rest stop, look big. Stay In Touch Are You Getting Emails from SEDA? SEDA frequently distributes via email information we feel would be beneficial to our members. While we make every effort to maintain an updated email list, many times these messages are rejected. Here are some tips if you don’t think you’re getting the message: • check your junk mail • add offcoursenews@ hotmail.com to your white list and/or address book • contact Nicole at offcoursenews@hotmail. com so she can make sure your correct email address is on file • notify Nicole at offcoursenews@hotmail. com if your email address changes. our heroes were either way in front or way Show season is now here with a vengeance. behind what was left of the other riders because November will be the last show of the 2010 there was a singular dearth of warm bodies season, so if you need scores or volunteer hours there. Marshalling their Fig Newton/Gatorade for year End Awards, it’s your last chance. The fueled final reserves, the Landreneaus actually 2011 season fires up on December 1st and don’t made it back to Hammond to an almost empty forget that there are NEW DRESSAGE TESTS to parking lot and a lukewarm reception from a learn. Very fun! There are now 3 tests at every considerably thinner crowd than had sent them level including Intro. Be the first to ride the off the day before. Nicole is understandably new tests on December 12th at the schooling very proud of her accomplishment and when dressage show and combined test to benefit Anthony suggested the Warrior Dash next, she Horses for Heroes, who are making their new couldn’t wait to tell him he was on his own. She home at Amen Corner. I have copies of all the might have phrased it a little differently, though. tests, so don’t hesitate to email me if you need The October schooling show at Serenity a copy or you could email me even more Barn Farm drew a big crowd and as usual the costume Dirt for the next exciting episode. [email protected] s competition was very much anticipated. Little Photo courtesy of nicole landreneau Thank you to Gloria Bush for stepping in to handle the advertising for Off Course. If you’d like to place an ad in future issues of the newsletter, please contact Gloria at (985) 893-1910 or [email protected]. Photo courtesy of nicole landreneau p New Ad Chair Frankie François as Woody & Bullseye from Toy Story. Logan Barowka made a convincing Portugese bull fighter. 2 0 | s o u t h e r n e v e n t i n g & d r e s s ag e a s s o c i at i o n s N ov e m b e r / d e c e m b e r 2 010 Volunteer Hours As of October 10, 2010 NAME William Appel Diane Arndt David Banister Allison Barca Jamie Barowka Logan Barowka Shelley Barry Leah Bear Emma Beckers Kalie Beckers Gerlinde Beckers Mark Beckers Grace Bellone Bonnie Bendzans Joan Bergmann Pam Bordelon Gail Brady Nancy Burba Vicky Busch Gloria Bush Alison Caponetto Kristie Cato Megan Cato Betty Connerly Maria Cowan Catherine Cox Martha Ann Croxton Elizabeth Cummins Alex Daray Cameron Dauterive Judi Dauterive Sherrie Davis Fran DeFelice Cheryl Delagrange Rachel Dell Lauren Dellinger Debra Deprato Rebecca Doleac Cissy Draper Claire Draper Lauren Drummond Mary Alice Edwards Bruce Eglesfield Deborah Epperson Bonnie Ferrell Laura Freeman Richard Freeman Jr Traci Freeman Elisabeth Friedel Paula Gregory Carmen Hall Lesa Hall Kelsey Lee Hargrove Elaine Harmon # OF HOURS 0 0 * 6.5 0 2** 0 ** 30** 28** 30.5 5 7** 0 0 0 0 6.5 0 0 4 1 1** 16 * ** ** * ** 26** 12* 0 0 0 ** 0 0 0 0 ** 2 0 0 10 8 27 0 0 0 30.5* 20* 0 1** 16* NAME # OF HOURS Morgan Harrell 0 Merideth Hebert 0 Claudia Hemb ** Eva Hemb ** Izzy Hemb 2** Constance Henry 0 Tara Hingle-Elkins 0 Barbara Hoopes 4 Anne Hornbeak 4 Rebecca Hron 4 Laura Hughes 0 Lorraine Jenkins 0 Caitlin Jordan ** Deborah Jordan 0 Lynda Katz 8.5 Kim Keen 0 Zoe Killeen ** Sheri Kitchens 0 Susanne Knudsen 4 Alexis Laguna ** Nicole Landreneau 4* AnMarie Lane 4 David Leake 0 Joanna Leake 0 Kelly Levens 0 Hildy McCarthy 0 Susan Kim MacGregor 8.5 Janel Martin * Marguerite Matherne ** Ann Mayer 10.5 Elanie Mendel-John 5 Barbara Merritt 3* Regina Milliken 0 Joanie Mintz 0 Corinne Morrison 0 Leslie Morris * Madeline Mosing ** Ashley Murray 2 Melissa Mysing 0 Bernadette Murray 0 Teri O’Neal 0 Simone Page ** Stacey Palowsky 0 Beth Partington 0 Dylan Pellegrin ** Kayla Pellegrin 0 Nancy Penney 4 Craig Peterson 4 Greta Peterson 12.5 Natalie Pethke ** Olivia Pethke ** Dawn Petraitis 0 Jamie Phelps 0 Mollie Phelps 0 NAME # OF HOURS Genita Poole 0 Gayle Pugh 0 Brooke Quast ** Lynn Quast * Sydney Ragas 1** Christy Rawls 7.5 Rebecca Rhode ** Margaret Rice * Sally Richards * Kendall Richter ** Ronda Ritchie 4 Ginny Roberts 0 Jacob Roberts ** Ruth Roca 0 Sylvia Rolison 0 Stevie Lynn Roth ** Kittye Rouse 0 Christy Sanantonio * Alicia Santopadre 0 Julia Scheurmann ** Victoria Schiefelbein * Mary Schrantz 15 Sidney Schultz ** Kimberly Schultz 0 Cameron Serafin ** Alice Shepard 8** Cathy Shepard 0 Margaret Shepard ** Natalie Smith 0 Julie Stagg 0 Francie Stirling 0 Sabine Stoyanoff 0 Svenya Stoyanoff ** Lori Summers 0 Virginia Tanner 0 Corinne Titus 8 Sarah Truett ** Alex Varisco 5** Kelley Varisco 10* Stephanie Villani 0 Nell Wade 0 Kathryn Wesche 0 Chrissy West 8 Louise White 6 Ted White 4 Sophia Wijnbergen 0 Stephanie Williamson 0 Lauren Willie ** Karen Wolfsheimer 0 Susan Zabenco 0 Sheila Zepernick 0 Mattie Zepernick ** Daphne Zimmer ** Horse Laughs Just For ‘Pun’ (Courtesy of Tack of the Day) The man who fell into an upholstery machine is fully recovered. You feel stuck with your debt if you can’t budge it. A boiled egg in the morning is hard to beat. The short fortune teller who escaped from prison was a small medium at large. Once you’ve seen one shopping center, you’ve seen a mall. Those who jump off a Paris bridge are in Seine. Santa’s helpers are subordinate clauses. Acupuncture is a jab well done. Did you hear about the Buddhist who refused Novocaine during a root canal? He wanted to transcend dental medication. Without geometry, life is pointless. A stallion and a mare were due to get married, but the stallion didn’t show up at the church. He got colt feet. All SEDA members over the age of 18 are required to complete 4 volunteer hours, or submit a $25 fee, to be eligible for year-end awards. See Awards Program rules for complete details. *SEDA board members and/or chairpersons are not required to complete additional volunteer hours to be eligible for year-end awards. **Riders under the age of 18 are highly encouraged, but not required, to complete volunteer hours. s o u t h e r n e v e n t i n g & d r e s s ag e a s s o c i at i o n s N ov e m b e r / d e c e m b e r 2 010 | 21 Photos ©marie cobb, ree photographics 22 | southern eventing & dressage association s n ov e m b e r / d e c e m b e r 2 010 XXX Adults Only Schooling Dressage Results RIDER HORSE SCORE RIDER fourth level test 2 HORSE SCORE training level test 2 Laura Freeman Laoma 60.909% training level test 3 Constance Henry Red Hot Investment 62.857% Jeanne Dolan RJ Bullet 62.500% Ferdinand 61.071% Anne Hornbeak Ekaterina 66.400% Teri O’Neal Allison Caponetto Chocolate Puddin 61.600% usea novice test b Jeanne Dolan Miss Bloom 61.200% Rebecca Doleac Bella Octavia 70.000% Mollie Phelps Gangster 56.400% Craig Peterson Auto Be A Storm 54.500% Teri O’Neal Ferdinand 55.600% first level test 1 Lightning Draw 58.000% Gangster 55.200% Le Don 64.444% Vinnie 64.090% training level test 4 Cathy Shepard Mollie Phelps first level test 2 usea training level test a Elizabeth Cummins Leslie Morris Second level test 2 usea novice test a Sally Richards Rocky Raccoon 67.568% Elizabeth Cummins Vinnie 70.434% Christy Rawls Tarra 57.027% Rebecca Doleac Bella Octavia 65.652% Second level test 4 Craig Peterson Sporstfiled Ryan 63.043% Elaine Harmon Lincoln 61.667% Craig Peterson Auto Be A Storm 53.913% first level test 4 Leslie Morris Le Don 60.000% Jamie Barowka Angel 70.500% Cathy Shepard Lightning Draw 52.632% Kimberly Schultz Cache 57.500% prix st georges Cheryl Delagrange Chicory 52.500% Sophia Wijnbergen-Lusthuis Travel Times 57.632% Ruth Roca Bella the Great 52.000% Second level test 3 Kym Marullo Talix 44.500% Maria Cowan Chanel 63.721% Christy Rawls Tarra 57.209% Lincoln 60.465% intro level test a training level test 1 Anne Hornbeak Ekaterina 68.260% third level test 3 Jeanne Dolan RJ Bullet 63.043% Elaine Harmon Elizabeth Richards Salieri 55.652% Pam Bordelon Ky Matty G 54.000% Jamie Barowka Angel 72.500% Kimberly Schultz What’s Up Doc 62.000% Pam Bordelon Ky Matty G 54.500% Cheryl Delagrange Chicory 54.000% Ruth Roca Bella the Great 52.000% Jamie Barowka aboard Angel visits with her ‘fan club’ at the Adults Show. Photo courtesy of anthony landreneau Photo courtesy of anthony landreneau Photo courtesy of anthony landreneau intro level test b Top: Rebecca Doleac visits the margarita machine. Bottom: Fashion Show Fiesta! southern eventing & dressage association s n ov e m b e r / d e c e m b e r 2 010 | 23 Guidelines for Show Organizers Bookkeeping Items The SEDA Event Recognition Fee is $50.00 per event. Only current SEDA Please note changes which are SEDA-recognized dressage shows may not members may have a show recognized. effective 12/1/2010 for the 2011 show be held on the same day, but a dressage The show manager and facility owner show and a dressage clinic may be held on season. must both be current SEDA members in SEDA greatly appreciates the efforts the same day). order to obtain show recognition. SEDA will not recognize or sponsor and dedication of all of those who organize All show organizers are required and promote events which benefit SEDA any event that conflicts with any SEDAto sign and submit the SEDA Event members. In order to position the club sponsored shows (i.e. Le Bon Temps, Fleur Recognition Application (below) which to take advantage of future growth, the de Leap, Juniors-Only Dressage Show). declares that SEDA recognition applies For each discipline (dressage or SEDA Board developed the following only to qualification of points/scores for guidelines for Schooling and Recognized eventing), SEDA will recognize only one SEDA Year-End Awards. The following Shows. For clarification purposes, “SEDA- schooling show per calendar month, no recognition statement must be included in recognized” refers to events for which SEDA closer than two weeks apart, within a 100 the prize list for each event: is not responsible for the organization or mile radius. This show is SEDA-recognized. Any Combined Test can offer as execution of the event, but accepts scores Recognition means only that and/or points for year-end awards and ‘Dressage Only’ the USEA tests, the points/scores/volunteer hours volunteer hours for SEDA members Introductory Level tests and the Prix earned by event participants who submit their time for volunteering Caprilli tests only. may be submitted for the SEDA All recognition dates and fees must be at the event. “SEDA-sponsored” refers to Year-End Awards. Copies events which are organized, promoted and presented to the SEDA Board of Directors of scores/hours from this by December first of the SEDA competition executed by SEDA. show must be mailed to the year. Existing dates and shows will be appropriate chairperson within given precedence for recognition. Shows Scheduling of Events 14 days of the show date to be SEDA-recognized or sponsored submitted after this date will be considered included in the SEDA Year-End dressage shows, horse trials, combined on a case-by-case basis, recognition is not Awards program. tests, or clinics of the exact same type guaranteed. Please direct any questions or concerns to cannot be held on the same day (i.e. two the SEDA Board. Application for an Event to be SEDA-Recognized Type of Event (check one): o Eventing o Dressage Event Date(s):__________________________________________ of SEDA’s new show year (December 1st). Submittal of a new application each year is not necessary. Once an event is SEDA-recognized, the following clause must be Location:______________________________________________ included in each prize list for every SEDA-recognized show: Responsible Party:_______________________________________ Contact Phone:_ ________________________________________ This application must be completed, submitted, approved and payment received before any event is considered SEDA-recognized. Applications with payment should be mailed to the SEDA President: Lynn Quast • 82136 Hwy 437 • Covington, LA 70435 “SEDA Recognition” means only that points/scores earned by participants at a SEDA-recognized event will be eligible for the SEDA Year-End Awards Program. This show is SEDA-recognized. Recognition means only that points/scores/volunteer hours earned by event participants may be submitted for the SEDA Year-End Awards. Copies of scores/hours from this show must be mailed to the appropriate chairperson within 14 days of the show date to be included in the SEDA Year-End Awards program. I have read and understand the above definition of the terms of SEDA-recognition. Signature:_ ___________________________________________ To maintain SEDA-recognition of show dates from year to year, all Date:________________________________________________ applicable fees ($50 per event) must be paid before the beginning 24 | southern eventing & dressage association s n ov e m b e r / d e c e m b e r 2 010 Serenity October Schooling Dressage Results RIDER HORSE SCORE RIDER intermediare II HORSE SCORE first level test 2 Allison Barca Roux 61.842% intermediare I Anne Hornbeak Dancon 64.736% prix st georges Laura Freeman Laoma 57.105% fourth level test 3 Bruce Egelsfield Weltwynd 66.944% Leslie Morris Le Don 67.500% Rebecca Haryett Shake ‘N’ Bake 60.833% Joanie Mintz AF Johnnyonthespot 59.722% Meaghan Gilhooly Debonaire 57.222% Vicky Busch House 69.333% Bruce Egelsfield Weltwynd 69.000% Leslie Morris Le Don 65.333% Rebecca Haryett Shake ‘N’ Bake 65.000% first level test 1 Vicky Busch Maximus 65.853% fourth level test 2 Cameron Dauterive Don Giovanni 57.727% fourth level test 1 Cameron Dauterive (JR) Don Giovanni 58.837% Annmarie Lane Watch Me Go 63.666% Allison Barca Risque 62.857% Joanie Mintz AF Johnnyonthespot 62.666% Meaghan Gilhooly Debonaire 60.333% third level test 3 Anne Hornbeak Hello Dolly 62.558% training level test 4 group a Nancy Burba Checkers 60.697% Grace Bellone (JR) Wellington 55.600% Kalie Beckers (JR) Rascale 62.558% Tracy Harding Cherry 72.800% Barbara Merritt Technicolor 68.400% Mollie Phelps Gangster 66.000% Anne Hornbeak Katerina 63.600% freestyle third level Nancy Burba Checkers 61.667% second level test 4 Vicky Busch Rasputin 68.333% David Banister Dubaine 60.800% Maria Cowan Chanel 60.000% Gerlinde Beckers Bienvenue Zsh 54.800% Shelly Barry Fielding 57.619% training level test 4 group b Anne Hornbeak Hello Dolly 56.190% Rachel Dell (JR) Rain Dance 62.400% Meliora Dockery Bally Bay 50.000% Grace Bellone (JR) Wellington 55.200% Tracy Harding Cherry 70.000% second level test 3 Maria Cowan Chanel 61.860% Mollie Phelps Gangster 67.600% Sally Richards Rocky Racoon 58.837% David Banister Ravel 63.600% Teri O’Neal Ferdinand 61.200% Allison Caponetto Chocolate Puddin’ 59.600% second level test 2 Sally Richards Rocky Racoon 59.729% second level test 1 training level test 3 group A Kalie Beckers (JR) Rascale 63.684% Rachael Dell (JR) Raindance 59.200% Anne Hornbeak Pacifica 69.736% David Banister Ravel 67.600% Vicky Busch Rubicon 66.315% Joanie Mintz AF Johnnyonthespot 64.000% Teri O’Neal Ferdinand 63.200% first level test 4 Anne Hornbeak Pacifica 70.263% Allison Caponetto Chocolate Puddin’ 60.400% Shelly Barry Fielding 66.315% Betty Conerly Vallinda 58.400% David Banister Une Etoile 61.842% Annmarie Lane Watch Me Go first level test 3 Cameron Dauterive (Rainbow Brite) and Rachel Dell (Raggedy Ann & Andy). Sunny François as a (partial) BeeGee. southern eventing & dressage association s Photo courtesy of nicole landreneau 60.285% Photo courtesy of nicole landreneau Une Etoile Photo courtesy of nicole landreneau David Banister 47.600% Continued on page 26 Gray Cummins makes a fine Zorro. n ov e m b e r / d e c e m b e r 2 010 | 25 Serenity October Show Results continued from page 25 RIDER HORSE SCORE RIDER training level test 3 group b HORSE SCORE intro level test a Constance Henry Red Hot Investment 64.000% Logan Barowka (JR) Angel 70.500% Annmarie Lane Watch Me Go 60.800% Emma Beckers (JR) Tactician 66.500% David Banister Dubaine 54.800% Alice Shepard (JR) Dora 64.500% Anne Hornbeak Katerina 52.400% Dylan Pellegrin (JR) Lil’ Angel 64.500% Gerlinde Beckers Bienvenue Zsh 42.400% Jamie Barowka Angel 72.500% Kimberly Schultz Caché 71.500% training level test 2 Kalie Beckers (JR) Foxy Lady 66.428% Jamie Phelps High Anticipation 70.000% Caitlin Jordan (JR) G Force 61.428% Paula Gregory Louie Louie 65.000% Teri O’Neal Ferdinand 67.857% Cheryl Delagrange Chicory 64.500% Sabine Stoyanoff Maestro In Black 67.500% Jamie Phelps Los Angeles 63.000% Nancy Burba Watusi 66.071% usea novice test b Constance Henry Red Hot Investment 66.428% Craig Peterson Sportsfield Ryan 69.000% Margaret Rice Lord Loxley 60.357% Craig Peterson The Countryman 68.500% Stephanie Willis Sandro’s Sage 57.500% Laura Hughes The Countryman 68.000% Elisha Trombley Ultimate Crane 57.142% Laura Hughes Zutch 62.500% Sheri Kitchens Koss 48.214% usea novice test a Laura Hughes The Countryman 68.261% Sabine Stoyanoff Maestro In Black 64.782% Craig Peterson Sportsfield Ryan 67.826% Teri O’Neal Ferdinand 64.347% Laura Hughes Zutch 67.826% Constance Henry Red Hot Investment 63.043% Craig Peterson The Countryman 66.521% Nancy Burba Watusi 60.434% usea beginner novice test a Emily Weber Valley Girl 56.956% Julie Stagg Class Charmer 67.500% Helen Brew Lianna 59.130% Alexis Laguna (JR) Zutch 59.000% training level test 1 group a usea beginner novice test b training level test 1 group B Alice Shepard (JR) Dora 61.739% Julie Stagg Class Charmer 72.381% Kalie Beckers (JR) Foxy Lady 61.304% Alexis Laguna (JR) Zutch 60.476% Caitlin Jordan (JR) G Force 59.130% Helen Brew Victoria 63.043% Margaret Rice Lord Loxley 63.043% Helen Brew Sebastian 61.304% Elisha Trombley Ultimate Crane 60.000% Stephanie Willis Sandro’s Sage 57.391% Sheri Kitchens Koss 49.130% Logan Barowka (JR) Angel 71.000% Emma Beckers (JR) Tactician 70.000% Alice Shepard (JR) Dora 67.500% Dylan Pellegrin (JR) Lil’ Angel 63.000% Kimberly Schultz Caché 75.000% Jamie Barowka Angel 74.000% Jamie Phelps High Anticipation 72.500% Paula Gregory Louie Louie 65.500% Cheryl Delagrange Chicory 64.500% Jamie Phelps Los Angeles 63.000% Photo courtesy of nicole landreneau Photos courtesy of nicole landreneau intro level test b People watching at horse shows is always entertaining... 26 | Top: Lynn Quast on Finnegan. Bottom: Leslie Morris on Le Don. southern eventing & dressage association s n ov e m b e r / d e c e m b e r 2 010 The Danish Inspection held in September at Oak Hill Ranch was well attended. High quality Photo ©megan burgess photography Danish Inspection horses represented the best of for hosting the event. Photo courtesy of leslie morris Thank you to Oak Hill Ranch Photo ©megan burgess photography Danish breeding in our area. Top: Corrine Titus’ gelding, Marigny. Bottom: Janel Martin’s colt, Paradigm. Right: Leslie Morris’ filly, Galicia. Be a part of the inaugural issue of Stallion Showcase and Breeding for January 2011 issue Competitive Rates ~ FREE Ad Design ~ Print and Digital Subscriptions Buy 2 ads - get the 3rd ½ price! Deadline for submissions: November 6th (For distribution at the USDF Convention December 1-5 in Jacksonville, Florida) E-mail [email protected] or call 985-705-2235 for your Media Kit TODAY! southern eventing & dressage association s n ov e m b e r / d e c e m b e r 2 010 | 27 Save the Date! Sarah and Samantha Schiefelbein and their first ‘horsey photo’. Photo ©marie cobb, ree photographics Auto Be A Storm tackling the water jump at Lagniappe. Photo courtesy of Vickie Schiefelbein Photo courtesy of Chrissy West Out ‘n About ... And On Camera... Kalie Beckers and Rascale sharing a ‘moment’. Benedict’s in Mandeville Photo courtesy of lisette page q Simone Page and Jake: the smile says it all. Megan Cato gives grandma Melanie Edwards a kiss. I SEDA Awards Luncheon Congratulations Kalie Beckers KL Grand Prize Winner of the USDF Arts Contest ...see you there! Photo courtesy of judi dauterive January 30, 2011 1:00-5:00PM with her submission in the 15 & Under Photo Category “Forward Perspective” 28 | southern eventing & dressage association s n ov e m b e r / d e c e m b e r 2 010 You can run but you can’t hide, Cameron ... got ya anyway! Hee hee... Photo ©megan burgess, burgess photography Photo courtesy of carmen hall Elaine Harmon, Kimberly Schultz, Lynn Quast, Lisette Page, Simone Page, Diane Zimmer, Karen Daray and Maria Cowan hamming it up at WEG. Gerlinde Beckers and Elaine Harmon huddling and shivering in the rain at WEG. southern eventing & dressage association s n ov e m b e r / d e c e m b e r 2 010 Photo courtesy of lynn quast Photo courtesy of nicole landreneau Alex Daray and Beach Boy make cross country look easy at Fleur de Leap. Photo courtesy of gerlinde beckers Ruth Roca and Bella the Great spend a moment with their fans. Photo courtesy of carmen hall It’s not often you catch the photographer IN the photo! Nice smile, Marie! Photo courtesy of nicole landreneau Even Adults Only competitors study their tests... | 29 seda volunteer hours form * Mail form to: Carmen Hall, 121 Bennett Drive, Covington, LA 70435 within 14 days after volunteering. Thank you! vo l unteer’s N ame (pl ease print) i f di fferent f rom above, n ame o f member t o whom h o u r s a r e t o b e c r e d i t e d A ddress C i t y S tate Z ip p hone (indic ate home / o ff ice / mobi le) E- m a il e vent n ame date(s) # of h o u r s e vent man ager’s n ame sign ature dat e eventing results form * Mail results to: Kelley Varisco, 21112 Wilson Road, Covington, LA 70435 within 14 days after the last day on which the horse trial/combined test was held. Use one form per horse/rider combination. Thank you! SEDA Award Points For the Awards Chair Placement_________Completed____________ Clean Cross Country________Total_________ o Postcard mailed o Added to YTD totals o Sent to USEA Area III or IV r i d er’s n ame ( pl ease p rint) HOrse’s show n ame A ddress C i t y S tate Z ip p hone (indic ate day or evening) E- m a i l e vent n ame (indic ate ht,ct, or o ther) d ivision dat e ( s ) no. of hors e s i n d i v i s i o npl ac e m e n t i n d i v i s i o n I am a: o Senior o Junior This Show is Recognized by: o USEA o SEDA Penalty Points: o Dressage________ o Stadium________ o Cross Country________ o Total ________ e vent secretary /man ager n ame sign ature dat e e vent man ager’s n ame sign ature dat e 3 0 | s o u t h e r n e v e n t i n g & d r e s s ag e a s s o c i at i o n s N ov e m b e r / d e c e m b e r 2 010 Trainer Directory Regina Milliken Dressage • Starting young horses (985) 796-3650 [email protected] Nancy Burba Dressage (225) 642-5749 (225) 938-0390 [email protected] Vicky Busch Dressage (985) 796-3317 [email protected] Equine Facility Directory Leslie Morris Dressage • Hunter/Jumper (504) 833-7923 (504) 858-5944 [email protected] Lynn Quast Dressage • Eventing (985) 893-4500 (504) 905-3690 [email protected] Equi-Best Equestrian Center 82136 Hwy 437 Covington, LA 70435 Lynn Quast (985) 893-4500 (504) 905-3690 [email protected] Nancy Burba 1300 Lawrence Pkwy St. Gabriel, LA 70776 (225) 642-5749 (225) 938-0390 [email protected] Busch Sporthorses LLC 79418 Mathies Rd Folsom, LA 70437 Vicky Busch (985) 796-3317 [email protected] www.buschsporthorse.com Oak Hill Ranch 79234 Hwy 25 Folsom, LA 70437 (985) 796-3650 Sharon Londono [email protected] www.oakhillranch.com To have your facility or services included in this directory, please see the application and additional information on the SEDA web site (www.sedariders.org). Classifieds Please send your ads to: Gloria Bush (985) 893-1910 or [email protected] horses tack Friesian for Sale: See www. crookedcreekfarmridingschool.com for ponies and horses for sale. Schleese JES Elite Dressage Saddle 18” seat, Black, soft French leather, AdapTree. Very good condition. Serial No. 583H0600 $1800. Located in Folsom, LA. (703) 15 y/o, 15.2 chestnut Thoroughbred 599-2342. gelding; College bound owner; Schooling Second/shown Training— Crosby English Saddle, The Lexington, pops over small jumps; lovely manners; designed by Tad Coffin, 17 1/2”, good needs an experienced rider to achieve condition, two-toned soft French leather, roundness; $3,000 negotiable to good $350. Located in Folsom, LA. (703) 599home. Will consider lease-purchase. 2342. Contact [email protected] for Courbette Double Bridle. Black, Cob size. more info. Raised and Padded with French cavesson, Brigadier is for sale! Dutch x TB Very lightly used. Excellent condition. Call medium frame, modern type, long legs Elaine Harmon at (504) 952-9524. 4-1/2 yo. 17hh. Athletic, catlike, light 16” close contact Crosby Collegiate on his feet. Has been to two shows; jumping saddle, excellent condition. calm, focused, well behaved due to $300 obo. Call Chris at (251) 342-8197 or his excellent character and confident e-mail [email protected] for additional start in life. Lots of fun. Dark bay with information. white, like his sire Contango. Suitable Great Buy! 16 1/2” black Isabell for an AA or YR due to his kind and gentle nature. Will make a good friend Werth Wintec dressage saddle in very good condition. The CAIR® Panel and willing partner. More info, pics and video at www.rosehillhanoverians. System and the EASY-CHANGE Gullet System is also included. $450.00. moonfruit.com or call Annie at (281) Contact Christy @ (985) 705-2235. 433-8208 Houston, TX. He’s just waiting for his special person – will it Wintec 500 Dressage saddle, be you? brand new, ridden in 3 times. Black, 17” seat with medium tree, comes with changable gullet system. Boarding Available at Oak Hill Ranch. Wool flocked, made of equi-leather, Pasture Board $300 month. Limited comes with Wintec cover. $330 OBO Stall Boarding available at $600 month. contact Chrissy @ (504) 491-1107 or Call (985) 796-3650 for further details. [email protected] Full board available at Amen Corner Courbette Merkur II DLX All Purpose Farm. Your trainer welcome to come and Close Contact English saddle. 17” teach you. Limited stalls available. Call seat, medium width spring tree. Rene for further details. (504) 669 8669. Extra long flaps so it is perfect for www.farawayfarm.homestead.com a taller rider. Good condition. $300. Boarding $350, individual outdoor stalls Contact Nicole (985) 725-1137 or in private pastures. Full use of barn [email protected] amenities, regulation large dressage ring, trailers owners on premises, Covington/Folsom 2001 Exciss 4-horse all aluminum area. Bonnie (985) 796-5413. horse/stock trailer. Oversized dressing room, extra tall TB height. $9,500. Call (985) 795-0595. boarding available Photo courtesy of judi dauterive “Horses are something to dream about... and to wish for; fun to watch... and to make friends with; nice to pat... and great to hug: and, oh, what a joy to ride!” Rachel Dell and her pal, Ziva. Great expression on the pooch... –Dorothy Henderson Pinch s o u t h e r n e v e n t i n g & d r e s s ag e a s s o c i at i o n s N ov e m b e r / d e c e m b e r 2 010 | 31 c/o Margaret Rice 7048 Moniteau Court Baton Rouge, LA 70809 SED A Off i c e r s board of directors President | Lynn Quast 504-905-3690 • [email protected] Vice President | David Banister 985-796-3866 • [email protected] Established in 1975, the Southern Eventing and Dressage Association is a non-profit, educational organization founded to foster an interest in, and a understanding of, the equestrian sports of Dressage and Eventing. The Southern Eventing & Dressage Association is governed by the United States Equestrian Federation. We are also a Region 9 Group Member Organization of the United States Dressage Federation and an Area III & V Affiliate of the United States Eventing Association. Secretary | Christy Sanantonio 985-705-2235 • [email protected] Treasurer | Janel Martin 985-796-8199 • [email protected] Dressage CHAIR | Leslie Morris 504-833-7923 • [email protected] Eventing CHAIR | Elizabeth Cummins 985-796-5011 • [email protected] Membership CHAIR | Maria Cowan 504-723-3407 • [email protected] publications CHAIR | Nicole Landreneau 985-725-1137 • [email protected] COMMITTEES Award chair - ANNUAL | Leslie Morris 504-833-7923 • [email protected] Award chair - Eventing | Kelley Varisco 985-892-1997 • [email protected] Award chair - Recognized Dressage Sally Richards • 985-809-7391 • [email protected] & C h a i r s award chair - Schooling Dressage Vickie Schiefelbein • 228-806-5917 [email protected] fleur de leap 2010 chair | Elizabeth Cummins 985-796-5011 • [email protected] Junior/young rider chair | Paula Gregory 985-778-9221 • [email protected] Le bon temps 2010 chair | Janel Martin 985-796-8199 • [email protected] Nominating Committee | Board Members off course Advertising | Gloria Bush 985-893-1910 • [email protected] off course calendar | Vickie Schiefelbein 228-806-5917 • [email protected] off course mailing | Margaret Rice & Barbara Merritt [email protected] scholarship committee chair | Elaine Harmon 504-469-9652 • [email protected] Volunteer Hours chair | Carmen Hall 504-388-3708 • [email protected] Web Site chair | Nicole Landreneau 985-725-1137 • [email protected] events calendar Please send calendar items to Vickie Schiefelbein [email protected] or (228) 806-5917. SEDA events are in bold. Dates subject to change. n o v e mb e r 2 0 1 0 1SEDA SCHOLARSHIP DEADLINE 4-7GAIG/ USDF Regional Championships SWDC & HDS Dressage Show Kathy Jones, [email protected] Katy, TX 4-7River Glen Summer Horse Trials New Market, TN 5-7Rocking Horse Fall Horse Trials Altoona, FL 8-10Dressage Simulator [email protected] Fulshear, TX 11-12Dressage Simulator [email protected] Magnolia, TX 13-14East Meets West Equine Symposium Walter Zettl & Craig Johnson www.alamodressage.org 13-14 Poplar Place Horse Trials Hamilton, GA 13-14Turkey Trot Dressage Sandy Donovan [email protected] Clifton Farms / Hernando, MS 28-30Rocking Horse Winter I Horse Trials Altoona, FL 7-8Schooling Dressage Show Vicki Macgowan (985) 373-5464 or (985) 796-0317 Serenity Farm / Folsom, LA 29-30 Pine Top Winter I Horse Trials Thomson, GA 14 30SEDA Awards Luncheon 1:00-5:00PM Benedict’s / Mandeville, LA 21-22Dressage Across the Lake Betsy Gosling Serenity Farm / Folsom, LA f e b r u a r y 2 0 1 1 5-6 Poplar Place February Horse Trials Hamilton, GA 10 OFF COURSE DEADLINE 11-13 Ocala Winter II Horse Trials Ocala, FL 12-13 Pine Top Winter II Horse Trials Thomson, GA 12-13The First Dance USEF licensed Dressage Show Judi Dauterive (985) 796 3712 Amen Corner Farm / Folsom, LA 18-20Rocking Horse Winter II Horse Trials Altoona, FL 25-27 Pine Top Spring Advanced Horse Trials Thomson, GA ma r c h 2 0 1 1 4-6Rocking Horse Winter III Horse Trials Altoona, FL 13-21Dressage Simulator [email protected] Austin, TX 18-20Susan Harris Visible Horse and Centered Riding Clinic Cynthia Warner (979) 492-6304 Bryan, TX 27-28 Pine Top Thanksgiving Horse Trials Thomson, GA 30END OF 2010 SHOW SEASON: MAKE SURE SCORES/VOLUNTEER HOURS ARE SUBMITTED. RENEW FOR 2011. d e c e mb e r 2 0 1 0 1-3USDF National Convention Jacksonville, FL 8-12 19-20 Pine Top Spring Horse Trials Thomson, GA 20Schooling Combined Test Judi Dauterive (985) 796 3712 Amen Corner Farm / Folsom, LA 24-27 Poplar Place March Horse Trials Hamilton, GA 26-27Dressage Across the Lake Betsy Gosling Serenity Farm / Folsom, LA ap r i l 2 0 1 1 2010 USEA Annual Meeting and Convention 9 Pine Hill Spring Horse Trials http://useventing.com/aboutus. Bellville, TX php?section=convention Scottsdale, AZ 9-10Schooling Dressage Show Judi Dauterive (985) 796 3712 10 OFF COURSE DEADLINE Amen Corner Farm / Folsom, LA 12Horses for Heroes Schooling Dressage 10 OFF COURSE DEADLINE & Combined Test Judi Dauterive (985) 796-3712 16-17 spring Fleur de Leap Amen Corner Farm / Folsom, LA schooling ct/ht Lagniappe Farm / Folsom, LA ja n u a r y 2 0 1 1 8-9 Ocala Winter I Horse Trials Ocala, FL may 2 0 1 1 1SEDA Scholarship Deadline 29-30Schooling Dressage Show Vicki Macgowan (985) 373-5464 or (985) 796-0317 Serenity Farm / Folsom, LA 13-14Schooling Dressage Show Judi Dauterive (985) 796 3712 Amen Corner Farm / Folsom, LA 18-23Schleese Saddle Fitting Anne Hornbeak [email protected] Folsom / Baton Rouge Jubilee Spring Horse Trials North Little Rock, AR j u n e 2 0 1 1 4-5juniors only schooling dressage show Amen Corner Farm / Folsom, LA 10 OFF COURSE DEADLINE 25-26Schooling Dressage Show Vicki Macgowan (985) 373-5464 or (985) 796-0317 Hunter’s Bluff / Covington, LA a u g u s t 2 0 1 1 10 OFF COURSE DEADLINE s e p t e mb e r 2 0 1 1 10-11 Fall Fleur de Leap schooling ct/ht Lagniappe Farm / Folsom, LA 17-18The Last Dance USEF licensed Dressage Show Judi Dauterive (985) 796 3712 Amen Corner Farm / Folsom, LA o c t o b e r 2 0 1 1 10 OFF COURSE DEADLINE 22-23Schooling Dressage Show Vicki Macgowan (985) 373-5464 or (985) 796-0317 Serenity Farm / Folsom, LA 28-30Holly Hill Fall Horse Trials Benton, Louisiana N o v e mb e r 2 0 1 1 1SEDA Scholarship Deadline 12 Pine Hill Fall Horse Trials Bellville, TX 12-13Schooling Dressage Show Judi Dauterive (985) 796 3712 Amen Corner Farm / Folsom, LA d e c e mb e r 2 0 1 1 10 OFF COURSE DEADLINE Happy Holidays from SEDA! 22-24Holly Hill Spring Horse Trials Benton, Louisiana 22-23 Poplar Place Winter Horse Trials Hamilton, GA s o u t h e r n e v e n t i n g & d r e s s ag e a s s o c i at i o n s N ov e m b e r / d e c e m b e r 2 010 what comes with your seda membership? Eligibility for SEDA Awards and Year-End awards banquet S Subscription to the national award winning Off Course Ride with SEDA! Established in 1975, the Southern Eventing and Dressage Association is a nonprofit, educational organization founded to foster an interest in, and understanding of, the equestrian sports of Dressage and Eventing. SEDA is a group member organization of USDF, affiliated with USEA, and governed by the United States Equestrian Federation. Club activities include educational clinics and seminars, schooling shows, Le Bon Temps (a recognized dressage show), Fleur de Leap (an eventing show), fun paces, and an annual awards program. SEDA is one of the largest USDF affiliated clubs in Region 9 and growing. We invite you to join us in supporting, learning, and enjoying the sports of dressage and eventing in our area. newsletter and the USDF Connection magazine S Access and use of the national award winning SEDA web site S leadership Opportunities to serve on the Board of Directors, chair committees, SEDA Application/Renewal * Mail form & check (made out to SEDA) to: MARIA COWAN, 624 Edenborn Ave., Metairie, La 70001 The membership year begins December 1, 2010 and expires November 30, 2011. New members applying after October 1 will receive free membership for the balance of that year. Renew before Dec. 1 an d take $5.00 off o Senior $55 o Junior $45 o *Family $80 o New Application o Renewal membership dues! Please Note: 1) To qualify for USDF Regional Championships you must be a Participating Member by joining USDF directly. 2) $20 of your SEDA membership fee goes directly to USDF for your Group Membership. *FAMILY is defined as two people at the same address. events, or shows, and voting privileges Name (please print clearly) in all elections S Networking opportunities with area Address CityState Zip equestrians and an annual membership directory S phone (indicate home / mobile / office)E-mail List names for *Family Membership:____________________________________________________________ member Discounts on seda-sponsored clinics, seminars, fun paces, and advertising Birthdate(s) (Juniors / Young Riders) _____________________________________________________________ Interest: o Dressage o Eventing o Both Number of horses leased/owned:____________________________ I am currently riding at______________level in Dressage and / or level____________________in Eventing. in the off course and on the web site I am a o Adult Amateur o Steward o Technical Delegate o Instructor (level) _____________________ o Judge (grade)__________ S Up-to-date event info S Eligibility for USDF Qualified Rider and Medals awards I am interested in volunteering! o Board o Clinics o Committees o Shows o Publications o Scribe o Steward o Media Relations o Tack Sales o Other_____________________________________________ Please note: the SEDA Off Course newsletter is distributed electronically. Please make sure to include a valid e-mail address above. Printed copies will only be mailed to members who request it. Indicate your preference here: o Save a tree – electronic is fine o Please mail my newsletter s o u t h e r n e v e n t i n g & d r e s s ag e a s s o c i at i o n s N ov e m b e r / d e c e m b e r 2 010