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USLF News
Year 35
Summer, 2015
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FEDERATION
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of Lipizzans in the U.S.
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2014-15 BOARD OF DIRECTORS
Tim Foley, President (California)
831-245-5799 / [email protected]
June Boardman, Vice President (Washington)
Muffin Smith, Secretary (Virginia)
Kathy Kelly, Treasurer (Oregon)
Don Holthofer, Director (Oregon)
Cheri Isgreen, Director (Colorado)
Jennifer Roth, Director (North Carolina)
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Rennie Squier, Director (Oregon)
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On the Cover
Hermitage Farm
Steve Wilson and his Hermitage Farm driving team
demonstrate winning form at the
2015 U.S. National Pair Championships.
Please see full story on page 14 of this issue.
Inside This Issue . . .
ADS Annual Meeting. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
Advertiser’s Index. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38
Amazon SMILE. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38
Board Election Invitation. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35
Book Review/DuPont. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32
Breeder’s Directory . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37
Carabinieria Cavallo/Mestrone. . . . . . . .26-27
Director’s Corner . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34-35
Dressage at Devon . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
Favory Viktoria/Stine. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31
Hermitage Farm. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 & 14
King Richard III/DuPont . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30
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KY Events. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
Lipizzan Banner Auctions/Gauger . . . . . . . 29
Lipizzan Laurels. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6, 28
Members’ Photos . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
Operation Cowboy/WW Rescue. . . . . . . . . 23
President’s Message. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
Regional Club News . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
Senior Horse / Boeche, DVM . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
SRS Bereiter Florian Bacher Clinics . . . . . . .13
Stork Corner. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18-19
Symposium Registration . . . . . . . . . . . . 20-21
Transitions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36
 
 
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Greetings!
President’s Message
This is my last message as your USLF president.
It’s been my great pleasure to have served as president through
several exciting terms when our group was divided and unfocused.
There were several years when your board had to make tough decisions
in those tough economic times. I am proud to have worked with the
board to turn USLF into a going concern. We are focused on our
mission. We are financially stable. We have an active and growing
volunteer base. We have brought back the evaluations after several
years. Our newsletter has grown in quality and content. The USLF
board and membership face exciting new challenges in promoting our
horses. It’s time for fresh ideas and energy at the top.
I want to thank my fellow board members for their work through
the dark and frustrating days when just keeping USLF afloat was a
month-to-month effort. At our Symposium in Monterey, the board
had a planning meeting where we were able to define our priorities
and focus our efforts. The USLF board is made up of hardworking
advocates for our horses. These are the people who have brought
the USLF to a new level, both domestically and internationally. My
colleagues on the board have my absolute respect and admiration.
Thank you all.
I expect that this opportunity will bring out several candidates for
president. I encourage qualified members to consider entering the race.
It’s a great position with satisfaction that comes from accomplishing
goals with a great group of people. Bring your ideas and vision for the
future.
The greatest accomplishment has been the growth of our volunteer
base. Our committees have new voices and fresh energy. I want to
thank everyone who has been a part of our work, whether you’re
an old friend or new to the work. You are the reason for our growth
and success. Once again, I invite all to share in this rewarding and
substantial work.
Thank you all for your help during my time as president. I look
forward to many happy years as a USLF member working for our
horses behind the scenes. See you at our next Symposium!
Tim Foley, USLF President
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Lipizzan Laurels
United States Lipizzan Federation Awards Program
The United States Lipizzan Federation (USLF) recognizes
Lipizzans/XL Lipizzans competing in events against all breeds
with two special award programs—the USLF Lipizzan/XL
Lipizzan Laurels Award and the USLF Lipizzan/XL Lipizzan
Star Award. Award participants automatically are entered in
both programs when they submit results.
The USLF Lipizzan Laurels presents a Lipizzan Laurels
Award for outstanding performance by a Lipizzan/XL
Lipizzan horse in several sections within the program’s eight
major divisions. Junior Exhibitor Awards are also presented in
all eight divisions. Lipizzan Laurels awards are tabulated on
an annual basis during the competition year, which runs from
November 1st of the previous year to October 31st of the
current year.
The Lipizzan/XL Lipizzan Star Award is a lifetime
award presented to each Lipizzan/XL Lipizzan meeting
Star requirements. Lipizzan/XL Lipizzan horses may take as
many years as needed to earn Star points. Each participant
receives an official bronze, silver, gold, or platinum Star when
they have accumulated the necessary points in their division.
Stars are presented in eight areas: Show, Competitive Trail,
Endurance, Dressage, Eventing, Working Western, Carriage
Driving, and Western Dressage. Horses who earn five of the
eight bronze Stars are presented with the USLF Lipizzan/XL
Lipizzan Sport Horse Award.
GENERAL GUIDELINES
USLF LIPIZZAN/XL LIPIZZAN
LIPIZZAN LAURELS AWARDS
The Lipizzan Laurels Award recognizes horses compiling the most
points in each division during the year. Awards are given to Champion
and Reserve Champion and ribbons are awarded champion through sixth
place. Award ribbons are given to the overall high score junior exhibitor
in eight divisions. All participants are recognized in the USLF News and
on the USLF website.
The divisions are:
I. Shows
(awards in nine categories)
A. In-Hand
B. English Pleasure (includes
English and hunter pleasure,
road hack, bridle path hack,
hunter hack, and saddle seat
pleasure)
C. Western Pleasure
D. Pleasure Driving
E. Hunter/Jumper (includes
hunter divisions with at least
one class over fences and
jumper classes)
F. Equitation (includes all seats)
G. Trail (English and Western)
H. Showmanship
I. General (includes all other
classes not listed above,
including the following: park,
games, roadster, races, gaited,
some Dressage classes judged
by non USEF officials, etc)
To be eligible for these awards, horses must be registered
with the USLF. Both the owner and all riders or drivers of
the horse must be current USLF members. (In the event of
injury or illness a substitute non-member rider or driver may
be used.) Both the event (show) and the class entered can be
open to all breeds or Lipizzan/XL Lipizzan shows and classes.
Results must be submitted on the appropriate Report forms,
which are available on the web site, along with appropriate
II. Competitive Trail Riding documentation as described for each division. Report forms
and Driving
may be duplicated by the participants. USLF will not accept
(awards at each level)
event results from prior years or incomplete Report forms.
A. Conditioning Distance
Results will be audited. If there is a significant difference
B. Limited Distance
between the number of points reported by the owner and the
C. Medium Distance
results reported by the show secretary, the entry will not be
D. Extended Distance
accepted and the horse will not be eligible for the program the
E. Novice/Competitive Pleasure
following year. All decisions by USLF are final.
III. Endurance Riding
A horse may be entered in the Awards Program at any time
during the competition year prior to November 1st. Points will
A. General
be added to the horse’s file as they are earned. All results must
B. Limited Distance
be submitted within 30 days of the completion of the show or
IV. Dressage
event unless otherwise noted on the Report form. Points must
be submitted before November 1st each year. Points submitted
A.
Introductory Dressage
from shows occurring after November 1st will be applied to the
B.
Training
Level
following year. By entering points early, owners help speed the
C.
First
Level
tabulation process.
D. Second Level
E. Third Level
F. Fourth Level
All forms must be submitted by email to
[email protected] or by mail to:
USLF Office, 8480 O’Hare Rd., Las Vegas, NV 89143.
Page 6 G. Prix St. Georges
H. Intermediate I
I. Intermediate II
J. Grand Prix
V. Eventing
VI. Working Western (Reining,
Cutting, Team Penning,
Roping, Reining/Working
Cowhorse, Cowboy Mounted
Shooting, Competitive Trail
Challenges and Trail Trials)
A. Sanctioned
B. Non-sanctioned
VII. Carriage
(3 awards in two categories)
A. Carriage Pleasure Shows
1. Single
2. Pair
3. Multiple
B. Combined Driving Events
1. Single
2. Pair
3. Multiple
VIII. Western Dressage
A. Introductory Western
Dressage
B. Basic
C. Level 1
D. Level 2
E. Level 3
Junior Exhibitor Lipizzan
Laurels
I. Show
II. Competitive Trail
III. Endurance Riding
IV. Dressage
V. Eventing
VI. Working Western
VII. Carriage
VIII. Western Dressage
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By Jennifer Boeche, DVM
Old Age 4
Horses today are living longer than they
have in the past, oftentimes up to 30 years and
older. Theodore Roosevelt said it best: “Old
age is like everything else. To make a success
of it, you got to start young.” Advancements
made in nutrition, management, and health
care have helped the senior horse live
comfortably and happily into their “golden
years.”
Research has shown that today’s modern
horse is considered a senior at 20 years of
age. Getting to know your horses before
they reach the senior stage can help you spot
changes in behavior and health before they
become a problem. Having a journal on hand
where one can record heart rate, breathing
rate, body temperature, and weight can be
helpful. Smart phones have also made it easier
to record these changes by taking pictures
and comparing them over time. A horse’s
weight can also be calculated using these
measurements and formula, graphic below.
One of the greatest client concerns is what
to feed the aging horse. A horse’s body starts
to undergo metabolic changes, potentially
causing a poor response to insulin. This can
lead to more fat and the swayed-back or
muscle loss that can be seen with age. Feeding
a balanced diet and implementing a regular
exercise routine can help maintain a healthy
weight and body tone.
Most horses can be maintained on
high quality pasture grass and/or hay with
a trace mineral block. There are numerous
supplements available on the market that
claim to support healthy joints, promote a
shiny healthy coat, put weight back on, and
so on. Your local veterinarian can be your
best source of information to find which
Start Young!
Dr. Jennifer Boeche is an equine
veterinarian in Las Vegas, Nevada. She practices
both western and traditional Chinese veterinary
medicine. Please direct any question on this
topic to [email protected]
supplement is worth your money and won’t
be turned into expensive urine.
Senior-horse feeds on the market have
quickly evolved and are marketed to be
nutritional powerhouses. Most senior feeds
offer a complete, balanced, sole source of
nutrition. These are wonderful for horses with
poor teeth quality as the pellets are easy to
chew, digest, and can be quickly turned into a
mash if needed.
Rice bran and low-starch feeds are other
favorite grain-alternatives used to maintain
an ideal weight. Rice bran is high in fat and
low in sugar, making it a potential grain to
feed to horses with laminitis (founder),
equine metabolic syndrome (EMS), and pars
pituitary intermedia dysfunction (PPID or
Cushing’s disease). Low-starch feeds offer
the same low sugar and high fat levels as rice
bran and often have added protein. These
have been specially formulated as a safe, easyto-go-to feed for horses with EMS and PPID.
However, both rice bran and low-starch feeds
do not offer the balanced nutrition like seniorhorse feeds and therefore should be fed with
high-quality pasture grass or hay.
The horse’s performance level also starts
to decrease as the body ages. His/her (from
here on referred to in the masculine) heart
doesn’t work as effectively as when he was
younger, making it more difficult for him
to cool off after a workout. Take a few extra
minutes to cool your horse off, or consider
working during the cooler parts of the day.
However, don’t skimp out on the workouts as
they can keep stiff, arthritic joints loose and
pain free.
Both people and animals suffer from
arthritis, horses included. Sore backs and
achy joints tend to be the most common
complaints. Mild, regular exercise for 3060 minutes a few times per week may be all
the horse needs to keep him feeling better.
Maintaining a regular farrier schedule will
also give your horse the optimum mobility.
Your veterinarian can also recommend the
appropriate joint supplements and pain
relievers your horse may need.
Retirement is another alternative some
folks choose for their horse. Before you chose
to turn them out on the north forty, consider
your horse: Does he love his job? Would he
rather be a pasture ornament? Or does he
enjoy the companionship of other horses and
people? Sometimes all he needs is to change
his profession to schoolmaster or trail buddy.
If you still feel pasture retirement is the ideal
choice, be selective of where your horse will
go. Some great questions to ask the facilities’
owner are:
1. What are the horses’ daily
routines?
2. Is there someone who checks on
them daily?
3. Where are they kept during the day
and at night?
4. What kind of shelter is available
and what fencing is used?
5. Are other horses required to show
proof of vaccination and other
medical care?
6. What will happen if there is an
emergency?
7. Is there a farrier that comes out on
a regular basis?
Regardless of what you decide, it is
paramount to keep up to date on your horse’s
routine medical care. Annual to biannual
check-ups give you and your veterinarian a
chance to go over any concerns you may have.
Their teeth should also be examined on an
annual basis for loose, broken, or infected
teeth. Wave mouth (an uneven chewing
surface) and other issues can also be spotted
and corrected as needed. Don’t forget to
bring your journal, if you keep one! That can
help your veterinarian spot a changing trend
in your horse’s health before it becomes a
problem.
There are many opinions on vaccinating
continued on page 10
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American Driving Society Annual Meeting –
Celebrate Driving in California Wine Country!
CONTACT:
Maria Woldt, Marketing Coordinator, American Driving Society
(608) 237-7382, [email protected]
CROSS PLAINS, Wis. (May 21, 2015) — Members and friends of the American Driving Society
(ADS) are encouraged to attend the 41st Annual Members Meeting, September 24-27, in the heart of
picturesque Lodi Wine Country - one of California’s major wine growing regions. California is also
home to one of the largest ADS-member contingencies in the nation. Registration is open and will close September 8, 2015.
The purpose of the Members Meeting is to connect ADS enthusiasts involved in all areas of the diverse sport of carriage
driving. “The Members Meeting is an excellent opportunity to meet up with driving friends from around the country, enjoy
educational sessions and beautiful scenery in the heart of Lodi Wine Country,” says Mike Arnold, ADS President
A committee of diligent volunteers is working to plan a mixture of activities and sessions that will appeal to a wide array of
ADS members. This year’s meeting does not include a separate registration for attendees wishing to bring an equine, however
area stables are available. Please contact the ADS for more information.
The host hotel for the meeting is the Hampton Inn & Suites, [http://hamptoninn3.hilton.com/en/hotels/california/hamptoninn-and-suites-lodi-SCKLOHX/index.html] located in Lodi, California. Hotel reservations are not included in meeting
registration. Please reference the “American Driving Society” when making reservations for a special group rate.
Agenda, travel information and registration details are available on the ADS website
[http://www.americandrivingsociety.org/meeting_annual.asp].
More information about the Members Meeting can be found on the ADS Facebook and Pinterest pages.
Please contact the ADS with questions at [email protected] or (608) 237-7382.
Established in 1974, the American Driving Society, Inc. is the carriage driving affiliate to the United States Equestrian Federation, supporting
carriage drivers in the United States and Canada. Over 80 ADS recognized competitions and events are held across North America each year.
For more information on the ADS visit www.americandrivingsociety.org
Old Age” . . . .
continued from page 8
aged horses, from both veterinarians and
horsemen. Older horses are especially in
need of up-to-date vaccinations. The immune
system in both people and horses becomes
weakened with age. Antibody levels don’t stay
as high or as long, as in the young. Vaccines
are used to boost these antibody levels to
provide the best immunity against infections.
Titers have become a trendy way to determine
whether or not a horse needs to be vaccinated.
Labs that currently perform antibody titers
give a number quantitating how many
antibodies are in the blood. However, there
are not enough studies to establish how
many antibodies are enough. More research
needs to be done before these can be used to
accurately assess if a horse is protected and
not in need of vaccination.
The number of horses diagnosed with
PPID and EMS has increased proportionately
with the increasing aged horse population.
PPID, also known as Cushing’s disease, is
a dysfunction of the pituitary gland at the
base of the brain. Some of the most common
signs are laminitis, hirsutism (long hair coat),
weight and muscle loss, and increased docility.
Other signs include: increased drinking
and urination, frequent sweating, lethargy,
becoming ill often, abnormal mammary gland
development, and infertility. The pituitary
gland can enlarge in advanced stages, applying
pressure to the brain, causing seizures and
loss of vision. Up to 30% of horses over 15
years of age acquire this disease, often before
symptoms are seen. A blood test is available to
see if your horse has PPID. Your veterinarian
can prescribe the appropriate medication,
known as pergolide, which can help reduce
the signs and side effects associated with
PPID. There is an FDA-approved pergolide
that has been on the market for over three
years. Using compounded pergolide is
therefore not recommended as it is illegal and
its efficacy is unknown.
Equine Metabolic Syndrome, or EMS,
affects the body’s ability to effectively use
sugar. A horse with EMS is often the “easy
keeper”: overweight; with fat deposits in the
crest, shoulder, hip, and/or tailhead; and can
act lethargic or depressed. EMS can also lead
to laminitis, and some horses can have PPID
and EMS at the same time. The best treatment
for EMS is to keep the horse active, fit, and on
a low-starch diet.
Having an emergency plan prepared can
help you determine whether or not your
horse needs to be seen. Some of the more
common emergencies that occur include colic,
difficulty getting up, laminitis, and choke.
Tumors such as melanomas and fatty lipomas
can form inside the body cavity. Melanomas
can develop in the liver, leading to liver failure
that mimics colic signs. Fatty lipomas are
balls of fat suspended in the body cavity. They
can act as obstacles for the small intestine to
wrap around, causing it to twist on itself. Fatty
lipomas can be a life-threatening emergency
that often require surgical correction.
Lameness emergencies can also occur,
including the horse that cannot rise, and
laminitis. The horse that cannot get up is
usually affected by a sore back, stiff joints, or
tender feet from a new or reoccurring case of
laminitis. It is best to contact your veterinarian
if you see this to decide the best plan of action
for your horse.
Choke is also seen more frequently in
the aged horse. When a horse chokes, they
can still breathe because it is the esophagus
(food pipe), and not the trachea (wind pipe),
that is blocked. Poor, worn-out teeth and the
increased likelihood of feeding a pelleted feed
make the older horse more susceptible to
choke. Signs include coughing and excessive
saliva and feed coming out of the nostrils.
It is recommended to have a choke quickly
resolved by your veterinarian to decrease the
likelihood of developing pneumonia from
feed accidentally aspirated into the lungs.
Improved nutritional sources and care
guidelines have helped horses to live happily
into their golden years. Providing quality feed,
regular veterinary care, and an active lifestyle
are all most need to stay healthy. Keep in
mind what level of “retirement” is right for
your horse, and you will have a dependable
companion for the years to come.
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Favory I Materia x Malina
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A handsome baroque 15/2 hh Lipizzan stallion.
Standing for 2015
Currently competing, completed 2nd level dressage.
Very elegant, nice mover, exceptional temperament.
Photos by Dean Graham
Contact:
[email protected] Dean Graham
or Lindalelipz@ aol.com or call 305-790-4200
SRS BEREITER FLORIAN BACHER RETURNS TO U.S.
2015 summer clinics offered
Spanish Riding School Bereiter Florian Bacher will
be returning to the U.S. for 2015 clinics in Florida,
North Carolina, and Michigan. Auditors are welcome
at all of the clinics, and there may be riding slots
available, as well.
Florian Bacher began riding with former SRS First
Chief Rider Arthur Kottas when he was 11 years
old, and joined the SRS at age 15. He has been
at the Spanish Riding School for 15 years and is a
beautiful rider as well as a fabulous instructor. He
speaks excellent English and is an effective and clear
communicator who works well with both pros and
amateurs.
Florian was invited by Carl Hester (Olympic Gold
Medalist and Charlotte Dujardin’s mentor/trainer) to
participate in the 2014 Dressage Convention in the
UK, where he schooled horses in-hand and under
saddle in piaffe and passage.
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AMERICAN DRIVING SOCIET Y
U.S. CLINIC SCHEDULE:
FL: Saturday & Sunday, August 8 & 9, Brevard Equestrian
Center, Grant. Contact Lisa Smit at [email protected] for
riding and auditing information.
NC: Tuesday & Wednesday, August 11 & 12, Race2Ring,
Conover. Contact Jenny Majors at [email protected] for
MI: Friday - Sunday, August 14 - 16, Rivendell Stables,
Lowell. Contact Jorie Sligh at [email protected] for
For more information, you can also visit www.
dressageclinics.org, or contact Jorie Sligh at jorie@
dressageclinics.org.
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Spanish Riding School Bereiter, Florian Bacher, and his stallion, Favory
Amabila, in the one-handed solo performance, SRS Fall European Tour,
Amsterdam, October 2014. Photo: Katharina Nowotny
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Hermitage
What a season Steve Wilson and his Hermitage Farm Team had this year!
Mr. Wilson purchased another pair of Lipizzaner geldings
to add to his stable. His goal - to win the 2015 U.S. National Pair
Championships in his third attempt.Training through the fall and
winter, both in Kentucky and Florida, he was able to do just that.
His German World Champion coach, Thorstan Zarembowicz, was
instrumental in achieving this goal at the Live Oak International
CAI in March. Leslie Cashion, who has been with him for seven
years stepped up to be his navigator in the thrilling Marathon
section and did a stellar job. Steve’s trusted friend, Mike Brady,
continued another season as groom in the Dressage and Cones
sections. Michelle Wiseman and Beth VandeRyt rounded out the
team that gave solid support to the victory.
For this particular competition, he used all Favory bred horses: the incomparable dressage queen Favory Nori, Favory Franky
the steady rock, and Favory Fantom the three phase champion. All three horses performed
well over the weekend. Steve
was thrilled with their performance as well as how their
partnerships developed.
After winning the National
Pairs Championship, Wilson is
now making a push to represent the United States at the
World Pair Driving Championships in Hungary in September
this year. He will spend the
summer competing in Europe.
Not only did he ship his main
three Lipizzaners to Germany
for the campaign, but he sent
Nàpoly & Pluto Revans as
back-up. This should prove to
be a good combination for the
summer season!
Good Luck Mr. Wilson! Not
only to you but to all your two
and four-legged teammates.
CONGRATULATIONS and the
BEST OF LUCK!
from the USLF
hermitagefarm.com
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Hermitage team featured on the cover of this issue!
White Horse Vale
June Boardman, owner
2109 N. Columbus Ave
Goldendale, WA 98620
[email protected] • (541) 980-2108
At left:
Conversano Catalina II,
owned by Kathi Ricks
and at right:
Conversano Cascadia II,
owned by WHV
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From a historic past to a winning future,
choose a Lipizzan!
Dressage at Devon is pleased to announce that our special guests for our 40th Anniversary show will be the
Tempel Lipizzans! These world famous stallions will be performing October 2, 3, and 4. Stay tuned for further
details! Thanks to photographer John Borys for the photos, below. More to follow! – Facebook
This year is the first time in six years that the Tempel Lipizzans have taken their show on the
road. Eight of these rare Lipizzaner stallions will be traveling from their home in Old Mill Creek, IL,
to Devon, PA, to perform at the premier North American equestrian event: Dressage at Devon.
The horses and trainers will perform two segments, the Airs-Above-Ground and the Quadrille,
each day from October 2nd through October 4th.
Can’t wait that long to see these beautiful stallions leap and dance? Come
Photo by Jeff Goldberg
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of these rare Lipizzaner stallions will be traveling from their home in Old Mill Creek, IL to Devon, PA to
perform at the premier North American equestrian event: Dressage at Devon. The horses and trainers
will perform two segments, the Airs-Above-Ground and The Quadrille, each day from October 2nd
through October 4th. Can’t wait that long to see these beautiful stallions leap and dance? Come to one of
their summer Matinee or Evening Performances at their home setting at Tempel Farms. Performances
start June 14th and end September 12th.
Photo by John Borys
Conversano II Sarissa
George Williams riding
Tampa
Photo by John Borys
Members’
Photos
Chester
Sharing this photo of me with my horse, Tampa.
Tampa is the final offspring of Pluto Balmora IV and
Triesta, bred by Nancy Madison. She is now 15 years
old and still a beautiful and well-tempered mare.
We had just finished our lunge lesson.
MemTake care,
Bernadette C. Simonetti of Mullica Hill, New Jersey
NEW MEMBER, Janet Buckner
Here are a couple of photos of my
new Lipizzan, Siglavy Presciana II-II, a
7 yr old bay gelding by Siglavy Aga - 50
and out of Presciana II.
I’m new to the Lipizzan family and am
really excited to see what’s ahead!
WELCOME TO THE USLF, Janet!
Stork Corner
Colt, Neapolitano Kirilia
Mare is Kirilia, colt sired by Neapolitano Wandosa II
Foaled 4/28/15
Kate Phillips
Mississippi View Farm
Mare Rigitta and her colt Favory Rigitta,
foaled on 4/3/15, sired by Favory Canada.
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Kate Phillips
Mississippi View Farm
AT LEFT: Filly
Miracola Stella
Neapolitano Millagra
x Empress Estelle AF
(Shagya)
Foaled May 16, 2015
Candace Phillips
Ohio
AT RIGHT: Woodwynd
Equestrian LLC is pleased to
announce the arrival of Favory Millagra (Favory Serena
19 x Millagra – Conversano
II Erica x Paloma II) who
graced us with his presence
at 1:45 am on May 17, 2015.
Barely 12 hours old and he
is making friends under his
mother’s watchful eye.
AT LEFT: This is Conversano
Cassiopeia, born March 22, 2015.
His dam is Cassiopeia, his sire is
Conversano Ivey, owned by Emily
Wright, Tempus Renatus Farm.
He is owned by Lee and Kathy
Smith @ Kalee Farm. We are so
pleased with him that we have
re-bred Cassie to Ivey. We are
praying for a filly, since Cassie
is one of the last mares of the
Fruska mare line.
AT RIGHT: Favory Toscana 18 &
Antiqua are proud to announce
the birth of their son,
Favory Antiqua II.
Born 5/3/15 in Enumclaw,
Washington
Owner Nancy Van Deen
Stallion Owner Deb Hutchings,
President of the Pacific Northwest
Lipizzan Club.
Please send your submissions to:
Kelli Wilkinson / [email protected]
Tempel Lipizzan Babies
Photos by John Borys - johnborysphotography.net
Pluto Batrina (aka “Peanut Butter”)
Welcome Pluto Batrina! He was born at 3:30am on April 7, and is by Kirsten Wilson’s
Piber-bred Pluto Virtuoso out of our Batrina mare.
2015 Filly by Maestoso Legeny out of Gratia
THE UNITED STATES LIPIZZAN FEDERATION
WELCOMES ALL LIPIZZAN OWNERS AND ENTHUSIASTS TO THE
2015 North American Lipizzan Symposium
& Our 35th Annual Member Meeting November 6th and 7th!
Clarion Inn Lexington, Lexington, Kentucky
Registration:
Attendees must register by October 15th! - Register directly on our website www.USLipizzan.org or
complete the form below. Symposium Registration is for the member meeting, Friday, November 6th
and the Banquet, Saturday night, November 7 th.
Hotel Reservations:
Please make your room reservations directly with the Clarion Inn Lexington by October 15th by calling
the hotel directly at (859) 825-5023and asking for the United States Lipizzan Federation special rate of $90
per night plus tax. The Clarion Hotel Lexington is at 1950 Newtown Pike, Lexington, KY, 40511.
Remember that November 6th – 8th is USDF Finals weekend and rooms will be at a premium so reserve
your room as soon as possible!
Transportation Options:
Blue Grass Airport (LEX) is served by Allegiant Air, American Eagle, Delta, United Express and US
Airways. Direct flights are available from Atlanta, GA, Charlotte, NC, Chicago, IL, Dallas, TX,
Detroit, MI, Ft. Lauderdale, FL, Ft. Myers, FL, Houston, TX, Minneapolis, MN, New York, NY,
Orlando, FL, Tampa, FL, and Washington, DC. Attendees may also choose to fly into
Louisville, KY (SDF) or Cincinnati, OH (CVG) and rent a car; check the rates for your best deal.
Dinner
Our Annual Awards Dinner will be The Old Kentucky Buffet, served in our meeting room at the Clarion
Inn. Vegetarian entrees will be available; please request the number of vegetarian dinners you would like
on the registration form. A cash bar will also be available. This year we will again hold our Auction
following our Awards Dinner. Please bring an item to donate to the auction and then shop for Lipizzan
goodies. Great opportunity for early Christmas shopping!
Tentative Schedule of Events:
Friday, November 6th
8:00 AM
8:30 – 10:00 AM
10:15 – 10:30 AM
10:30 – Noon
Noon – 1:00 PM
1:00 – 2:45 PM
2:45 – 3:00 PM
3:00 – 4:45 PM
4:45 – 5:00 PM
Saturday, November 7th
On Your Own
6:00 – 9:00 PM
Registration
USLF Business Meeting
Break (coffee, tea, soft drinks)
USLF Business Meeting continues
Lunch (Sandwich platters, smoked turkey, roast beef, or vegetarian)
USLF Committee Breakouts
Break (coffee, tea, soft drinks, cookies!)
USLF Committee Breakouts continue
President’s Closing Remarks
Dinner on Your Own
To tour of Museum of the Horse, attend the USDF Finals at the Kentucky Horse Park,
and/or sightsee in Lexington. A list of options will be available closer to the event.
Awards Dinner and Auction, Old Kentucky Buffet, Clarion Inn
Sunday, November 8th
Before Noon TBA
USLF Meeting of the New Board Members, Clarion Inn
Members are welcome to attend
THE UNITED STATES LIPIZZAN FEDERATION
WELCOMES ALL LIPIZZAN OWNERS AND ENTHUSIASTS TO THE
2015 North American Lipizzan Symposium
& Our 35th Annual Member Meeting November 6th and 7th!
Clarion Inn Lexington, Lexington, Kentucky
SYMPOSIUM REGISTRATION FORM
Name
Spouse/Partner Name
Guest:
Guest:
Farm
Address
City
State/Province
Phone (Home)
Phone (Cell)
Zip
Country (if not USA)
E-mail
I am a Member of (please check all that apply): ____ USLF
________ Other (please specify)
Registration for 2015 Lipizzan Symposium, Friday, November 6th and Saturday, November 7thh, 2015
Complete Symposium Package (Members and guests)
# attending
______ @ $ 110.00 = $ ___________
Complete Symposium Package for Non-Members (includes membership for 2015-2016 membership year):
Non-members owning a Lipizzan
# attending
______ @ $ 175.00 = $ ___________
Non-members not owning a Lipizzan
Saturday night Awards Dinner only
# attending
______ @ $ 145.00 = $ ___________
# attending
______ @ $ 45.00 = $ ___________
TOTAL (U.S. funds)
$ ___________
Vegetarian Dinners are available by request at the same price as the regular dinners. Please let us know
how many of your dinners you would like to be vegetarian.
Number of vegetarian dinners: _______
Mailing the completed form and your check? Please make checks payable to the USLF and mail
with this registration form to:
8480 O’Hare Road
Las Vegas, NV 89143-1235
Registering at www.USLipizzan.org? Add the Symposium options to your “cart” and then
use either your PayPal account or pay as a guest of PayPal with your debit or credit card when
you check out! Easy!
Questions? Please call the USLF Office at 503-589-3172 or email us at [email protected].
Symposium Registration Deadline is October 15th, 2015!
Coming to the 2015 North American Lipizzan Symposium?
Extend your stay and visit one of Kentucky’s unique attractions
The Kentucky Bourbon Trail
The Story Behind the Spirit
In 1999, the Kentucky Distillers’ Association formed the
Kentucky Bourbon Trail® tour to give visitors a firsthand look at
the art and science of crafting Bourbon, and to educate them
about the rich history and proud tradition of our signature spirit.
It began in the 1700s with the first settlers of Kentucky. Like
most farmers and frontiersmen, they found that getting crops to
market over narrow trails and steep mountains was a daunting task.
They soon learned that converting corn and other grains
to whiskey made them easily transportable, prevented the
excess grain from simply rotting, and gave them some welcome
diversion from the rough life of the frontier.
Since then, generations of Kentuckians have continued the
heritage and time-honored tradition of making fine Bourbon,
unchanged from the process used by their ancestors, centuries
before.
So how did it get the name Bourbon? Well, one of Kentucky’s
original counties was Bourbon County, established in 1785 when
Kentucky was still part of Virginia.
Farmers shipped their whiskey in oak barrels — stamped
from Bourbon County — down the Ohio and Mississippi Rivers to
New Orleans. The long trip aged the whiskey, with the oak wood
giving it the distinct mellow flavor and amber color.
Pretty soon, whiskey from Bourbon County grew in
popularity and became known as Bourbon whiskey.
In 1964, Congress officially recognized Bourbon’s place in our
history — and our future — by declaring it a distinctive product
of the United States. Or, as we like to say, “America’s Official
Native Spirit.”
For more info: http://kybourbontrail.com/history/
Keenland’s November Breeding Stock Sale
Keeneland’s November Breeding Stock Sale is the largest
sale of its kind in the world. This year’s edition will begin
November 5 and continue until November 14. Sessions begin at
10 a.m. each day.
A collection of recent Grade 1 stakes-winning fillies is among
the 3,602 horses Keeneland has cataloged for the sale. The total
includes 1,739 broodmares and broodmare prospects, 1,364
weanlings, 481 horses of racing age, 10 yearlings and eight
stallions.
Among the accomplished young fillies and mares cataloged
in the sale is champion sprinter Groupie Doll, winner of the
2012 Breeders’ Cup Filly & Mare Sprint (G1) and 2013 Presque
Isle Downs Masters (G2) in track-record time, and recent Grade
1 winners Byrama (GB), Daisy Devine, Executiveprivilege, Lady
of Fifty, Lady of Shamrock, and Summer Soiree, who is foal to
Medaglia d’Oro.
The November Sale also will be highlighted by the dispersal
of E. Paul Robsham LLC Stables, consigned by Lane’s End,
agent, and the dispersal of Eric Kronfeld, consigned by Winter
Quarter Farm, agent. Robsham’s dispersal consists of 24 mares,
weanlings and yearlings and features Grade 1 winners Awesome
Maria, in foal to Giant’s Causeway, and R Heat Lightning, in foal
to Bernardini. The Kronfield dispersal includes Eblouissante, the
winning half-sister to Horse of the Year Zenyatta.
Additionally, a number of horses of racing age will be sold on
Tuesday, Nov. 12 and include consignments from WinStar Racing,
agent, and Adena Springs, agent.
For more info: https://www.keeneland.com/sales/novemberbreeding-stock-sale
For more Kentucky tourism visit: http://www.visitlex.com/ or http://www.kentuckytourism.com/
Operation Cowboy: The US Army and the Rescue of the Lipizzaner Breed
The famed, majestic Lipizzaner stallions have entertained and enthralled
audiences everywhere for over 450
years. They were the highlight of the
Austrian Empire for centuries and can
still be seen today in their traditional
home at the Spanish Riding School in Vienna. However, 70 years ago the breed
came dangerously close to annihilation.
In March of 1938, the Anschluss put
Austria under German control. Every
aspect of Austrian life was threatened.
The Lipizzans were no exception. Nazi
Germany required that everyday life
continue as normal and therefore the
Spanish Riding School must continue to
give performances during the first few
years of the Anschluss. Not only were
the stallions in Vienna threatened, but
the majority of the royal herd located
in Piber was in grave danger of losing
its unique bloodlines. In 1942, the royal
stud farm in Piber was converted into
a facility to breed pack animals for the
Germans and the Lipizzans were evicted
and transported to Hostau, Bohemia
(modern day Czech Republic).
As the war went on, the threat of
air strikes became a real danger to the
Lipizzans at the Spanish Riding School.
Written By Emily Riccio-Robbins, The Tempel Lipizzans Program Coordinator
It became apparent that they would
have to evacuate from the city. Under
direction of the chief rider, Colonel
Podhajsky, the Spanish Riding School
was finally evacuated in February of
1945 to the Castle of Count Anton
Arco Valley in Saint-Martin in northern
Austria. It was the first time since 1572
that the School had left the capitol.
The stallions remained safe at SaintMartin where they were tucked away
from prying eyes and out of reach of
all combat zones. The remainder of
the herd, some 350 horses, which was
housed in Hostau, was not so safe. In
April of 1945 the Germans had been
driven out of Hostau, which then went
under Russian control. The town was
positioned right between the advancing Soviet and US armies. The Soviet
army was starving and it was not uncommon to use any available livestock
as a source of food. The future of the
Lipizzans could be snuffed out in a matter of days.
Miraculously, a German officer,
known only as Colonel Walter H, was
captivated by the Lipizzaner horses
and felt that they must be saved at
Continued on page 31
NEWS FROM OUR USLF REGIONAL CLUBS
Mid-Atlantic Lipizzan Association
Submitted by Sue Ott & Melanie Adams
Dressage at Devon
The Mid-Atlantic Lipizzan Association and the United States Lipizzan Federation are once again excited
to co-sponsor the Lipizzan breed class at Dressage at Devon.
Dressage at Devon, held from September 29 - October 4, 2015, will be celebrating their 40th Anniversary this year. Dressage at
Devon is a 6-day dressage show that hosts International and Olympic riders, in conjunction with three days of breed classes. Dressage
at Devon is the most prestigious event in North America and presents the largest breed show in the United States.
Come on out and bring your Lipizzans! Join us in the fun or stop by and visit us in our booth in the Lipizzan stables.
For more information about Dressage at Devon, visit www.dressageatdevon.org. We hope to see you there!
Color Palette
Sue Ott will be presenting a Prep Training Clinic for in-hand classes and Dressage at Devon, at Four Winds Farm in White Hall,
MD, on August 22, 2015. For more information go to www.lipizzanerhorses.com under Clinics.
Pacific Northwest Lipizzan Club News
During the first weekend in June, the
Pacific Northwest Lipizzan Club will
be hosting its second annual Lipizzan
Summer Camp ,at White Horse Vale
Lipizzan in Goldendale, Washington.
The guest clinician for the twoday event is Jane Judson. “Jane is an
advanced program student and instructor
candidate” in Phillippe Karl’s School of
Legerete.
The first day of the clinic, Ms. Judson will work with riders
Pacific
on the basics of working equitation (WE), which is dressage
Northwest
with obstacles, similar to a trail course. We will have a PNLC
Lipizzan
meeting over lunchtime. In the afternoon, participants will
Club
try practice riding a WE dressage test. Saturday evening,
participants are invited to a potluck barbeque and a time for
sharing their Lipizzan stories. Jane will also be presenting a demonstration of Phillippe
Karl’s technique, using Deb Hutchings’ stallion, Favory Toscana.
On Sunday morning, private lessons may be scheduled with Jane, for working on
classical dressage. Participants may also choose to take a trail ride in the new Crawford
Oak area of the Columbia State Park with its breathtaking views of the Columbia River
and Mount Hood (weather permitting).
For more information on Ms. Judson, please visit her website at
janejudsonclassicaldressage.com.
The event is open to club members and others interested in learning more about WE
or the School of Legerete. The cost to participate is $85 for all day Saturday and an
additional $75 for a private lesson on Sunday. Stabling is available at an additional cost.
White Horse Vale will
provide hamburgers and brats
for dinner. Participants are
asked to please bring a salad
or desert, and your beverage
of choice. Auditors are
welcome for a fee of $15 for
adults and $10 for youth.
To register, please contact
June Boardman at (541) 9802108 or by e-mail at whv@
gorge.net or Arne Hettman at
(541) 980-9390 or by e-mail
at excavator.arne@gmail.
com.
Come join in the fun and
education.
PHOTOS: Jane Judson
training in hand.
Loving Our Lipizzans - TEX and BUCKEYE
TEX and BUCKEYE
Alexandra vonHawk with her Lipizzan mare, Godiva,
a 7-year-old from Saint Cloud Ranch,
foaled by Kathy Kelly and Lisa Kelly Simmons.
Says Alexandra, “I have owned Godiva for four years now
and because I know what a cherished member of the Kelly’s
family she is, I like to send them updates on her many funny
adventures and pictures. Every year,on her birthday I pull
out all the stops and design a truly inspired hilarious birthday
photo of us.The only rule is to raise the bar each year. ‘TEX
and BUCKEYE’ is this year’s offering. After Kathy Kelly
saw it,and found out it was NOT photoshopped,she sent it
to ‘Loving Our Lipizzans.’ I hope this image inspires other
owners to stick paper on their patient angels as well...”
Waltzing Horse Dressage
Sarah Casey
Verona, NY
Phone: 508-733-4809
Web: www.waltzinghorsedressage.com
Standing Conversano Belamilana
(bay, standing at Tempus Renatus Farm)
& Maestoso Marina
RESCUE!
Artwork by
Chris Crowhurst
photos used courtesy of
Bob Langish and
John Borys
Printable file available
for a donation to Lipizzan
Rescue Foundation
Contact:
Chris Crowhurst
[email protected]
Photo by Victor Medina
‘Arnold Unfolds His Wings’
Chris Crowhurst will create a painting, drawing, or watercolor sent in a
printable file of your Lipizzan (or any Lipizzan), in exchange for your
donation to the Lipizzan Rescue Foundation.
For more information contact Chris at [email protected]
Carabinieri a Cavallo
by Alessia L. Mestrone
Their figure is imprinted into the
collective imagination of a whole country when we think about Italy and their
history is irremediably linked to the
one of the “belpaese” since they have
been founded in 1814.
We are talking about Carabinieri,
the Italian national police corps with
jurisdiction on both military and civilian
population.
I remember, during my childhood
in Italy, my parents used to tell me:
“If you are far from home, you don’t
know anyone and you are in trouble,
just look for a Carabiniere!” These
words, I’m quite sure, have been heard
by every Italian kid a few times during
his/her life, making clear how deep is
the relationship between the Corps
and the community. They fulfill a social
role, along with operational police
tasks: Carabinieri are an integral part
of the Italian social landscape, a well
recognizable figure, both in the big cities and in small villages.
“A military Corps known for its
good conduct and wisdom, called the
Royal Carabinieri Corps(…) [is in-cepted] for the purpose of contributing to
the overall prosperity of the State, that
can not be separated from the protection and defence of our good and loyal
Subjects, and from the punishment
of the guilty” (Preamble to the Regie
Patenti - Royal Decree).
With this edict, on the 13th of July,
1814, the Arma dei Carabinieri (Carabinieri Armed Service) was born as the
Royal Carabinieri Corps, established by
King Vittorio Emanuele I of SardiniaPiedmont. A police force of selected
soldiers, named after the weapon they
used to carry (the carbine rifle), they
have been serving Italian people since
then and their presence has been a
constant throughout all the changes
that the Country has experienced. Thanks to their loyalty, Carabinieri
earned many honours, as well as the
epithet with which they are commonly
addressed: “La Benemerita” (the
“Meritorious” [Corps]). And again, their
devotion is shown through the heraldic
motto “Nei Secoli Fedele” (“Faithful
through the Centuries”).
Carabinieri’s history is well known,
but what maybe is not so noted, is that
they were born mainly as a mounted
corps. Historical sources show that,
after twenty five days from the establishment, of a total amount of 805
men, 476 Carabinieri belonged to the
mounted regiment: amongst these,
27 were Officials; Colonel Commander
included. After all, they were an elite
corps (one of their duty was to escort
the Royal Family) and back in those
days, it was standard practice that the
best army units were the mounted
ones. The choice of using horses was
not only due to a representative reason; it was also essential in order to
perform their institutional tasks in an
area mostly characterized by broken
ground, as Piedmont was.
On horseback, Carabinieri fought
and won against Napoleon in Grenoble,
(France, 1815) and became a legend
after saving the King with the famous
skirmish of Pastrengo, during the First
Italian War of Inde-pendence (1848).
For more than one century, until
WWII, Carabinieri mounted units have
excelled for their valour and loyal-ty
but the relentless progress eventually
changed their role.
The 4th Mounted Regiment was
established in 1963 and since then,
even though it went through various
reorganizations, it is the depositary of
this prestigious equestrian tradition.
Currently, it is the only entirely mounted regiment of the Italian Army.
The Regiment is composed by the
Squadron Group “Pastrengo” (named
after the famous skirmish), formed
by two Squadrons: the First one for
dark, bay and morello horses and
the Second one, for grey horses; an
Equestrian Center; a Command Office,
with a Command and Services Squadron (with, noteworthy, the Mounted
Fanfare) and a Veterinary Unit.
The main tasks of the Mounted
Regiment are institutional activities
such as patrolling green areas and
parks; ensuring public order within
situations where a mounted unit’s
presence is more efficient (broken
ground and green areas); cooperation
and support to other traditional territorial and special Units during police ac-
tions such as assistance during natural
disasters, missing people research on
broken ground or re-connaissance missions. Every year, there are about two
thousands mounted patrols, in Rome
and other locations.
The Mounted Regiment has also
a very important ceremonial function,
attending to all the most important
Italian institutional events.
Through the Equestrian Center, the
Regiment trains its Carabinieri for their
duty, but also for agonistic ac-tivity.
One name, amongst many others,
must be mentioned: the Olympic
Champion and double World Champion show jumper, Raymond D’Inzeo.
They also organize hippo-therapy
sessions for charities.
The equestrian tradition of the
Carabinieri Mounted Regiment reaches
its highest point with the Historic Carousel, an equestrian display of refined
technical riding skills where up to 140
horses (in its whole for-mation) perform complex patterns and figures on
the notes of the Mounted Fanfare. This
show, one of a kind for the number of
horses lined up, obviously requires demanding training, and an unparalleled
expertise when it comes to the riders,
but the horses must be quite “special”
too. And probably this is the reason
why, amongst the rows of the Second
Squadron, traditionally, many horses
were (and still are!) Lipizzaners.
Because of my personal interest
for the breed, I recently spent a few
days in Rome, with the Carabinieri of
the 4th Mounted Regiment, where I
had the luck to assist to the training
sessions for the famous Carousel and I
had the chance to observe and witness
(and hopefully learn something too!)
many invaluable examples of equestrian knowledge and technique. I had
the chance to talk with the men who
live their lives with these amazing crea-
tures: custodians and successors of an
ancient tradition, from the time when
a well-trained, brave and faithful horse
could make the difference between
victory and defeat, between life and
death. I will be happy to share with you
what I have experienced.
On a closing note, I would like to
express my gratitude to the
Commander of the Carabinieri
4th Mounted Regiment,
Colonel Gianni Massimo Cuneo
for allowing me to realize my
project and for taking the time
to talk with me and answer my
many questions about the
Regiment, its men and horses.
- Alessia L. Mestrone -
RIGHT:
“Shark” proudly
displays his
banner and USLF
brochures at the
Baroque Equestrian
Games Classical
Horsemanship
Retreat and Camp,
held in April of
2015, at
Penmerryl Farm in
Greenville, VA.
- Candice Piraino -
LEFT:
Here is Arcola at the Del
Mar National Dressage Show,
in April. We showed at First
Level and had a great time,
coming home with two Firsts
and a Second.
I hung the USLF banner
outside her stall.
- Allen Kalchik -
See page 6 for more
information about the
Lipizzan Laurels.
USLF AUCTIONS OFFER UNIQUE TREASURES
Lipizzan Banner
By Carole Gauger
Paulette Buckingham, of Kalona,
Iowa, is an artist of renown. She
has also owned two Lipizzan horses
- the mare Jetta, and the gelding
Pluto Roma (by Pluto II Dixana). In
2006, Paulette bought Pluto Roma
(“Roman”) as a yearling from me,
Carole Gauger (Iowa); and then later,
in 2007, she bought Jetta (by Pluto II
Dixana) from Pat Dudek (Michigan),
to be her first dressage horse.
Paulette was very active with both
horses at local shows and fairs, and
did a marvelous job of promoting
this breed of horse to people in
Iowa!
Paulette taught Roman many
tricks, and did exhibitions all around
Iowa with him. She also gave “howto” clinics on teaching tricks to
horses. Roman was always a crowd
favorite.
During these years, Paulette
painted an 8’ tall Lipizzaner banner,
to be used when we took our
Lipizzans to horse shows or to
exhibitions. The banner was always
a good “conversation starter.” People
would see the large banner, and
then talk to us about our horses!
In 2012, Paulette began having
heart problems, and needed heart
surgery. She regretfully put both
the annual fund-raising banquet at
the 2014 USLF Symposium at Tempel
Farm, in Illinois. The successful
winning bidder for the banner was
Susan Castle. We are in high hopes
that the banner will continue on its
journey, inspiring people on the East
Coast and beyond to learn more
about Lipizzans!
horses up for sale. Jetta was sold to a
Lipizzan lover in Omaha, NE, Brenda
Hamre; and Paulette gave Roman back to
me, to insure that he would have a good
home. She also gave me the banner at
that time.
It was wonderful having Roman
back, giving lessons on him, and
letting him “show off” his many
tricks. Last year, I sold Roman to
my good friend, Suzanne Morisse
(MI). I then donated Paulette’s
beautiful banner to the US Lipizzan
Federation, to be auctioned off at
The lovely one-of-a-kind handpainted banner was just one of many
collectible and unusual items donated
by USLF members to last year’s USLF
Annual Fundraising Auction. Thank you
to everyone who so generously donated
items and to those who participated
in their re-homing. The 2015 USLF
Annual Fundraising Auction will again
be featured at the North American
Lipizzan Symposium November 6th-8th
in Lexington, Kentucky. Look for more
information about donating items soon.
Volunteers are needed to organize
the auction. Please contact June
Boardman 541-980-2108 or whv@gorge.
net if you are able to volunteer, have
questions or suggestions.
Paulette Buckingham & “Roman”
2015
King Richard III - Legendary Horseman and Warrior
...It’s all about the tack...
by Polly DuPont
Leicester, England, has long been a hot bed
of defenders of the character of King Richard
III, whose short two-year rule ended when he
was slain on August 22, 1485, at the Battle of
Bosworth Field. For centuries, the tomb had
been lost. Before it could be found, the site
of the Greyfriars Friary had to be discovered.
Through the interest of The Richard III Society,
despite the fact that it all seemed a long shot to
ever find the tomb, excavations were started in
August of 2012 in a car park, which was known
to be over part of the site of the Friary.
Within days, the discovery of a skeleton
of the right age seized the imagination of
thousands of TV viewers in England. Blogs
on the Internet raged with pros and cons as
to whether this was truly the King. Every blog
hosted numerous posters tracing their ancestry
back to a royal sister or to his mother, eager for
DNA results from the research team in Leicester.
Historical sources gave the burial place as
Greyfriars Friary, under the Choir.
Meanwhile, forensic examination showed
that the skeleton was of a young man between
the ages 28 and 32, which would fit. Next,
carbon dating put the burial site in the right
period, and also suggested that for 12 years
prior to death, the owner of this skeleton had
eaten a diet consistent with noble birth. The
injuries suggest death in battle, while spinal
processes show scoliosis initiating at an early
age. All of this evidence was then backed up by
the mtDNA of two living maternal descendants .
What was left without answers was the
skepticism of the historians as to Richard’s
ability to ride and fight, despite his scoliosis.
When you read the controversy, you can see
that the skepticism is that of scholars who have
not understood the difference that a saddle
of that epoch would have had. Old paintings,
drawings, and the saddles themselves that
have survived, show us how it was possible for
Richard III to be a good horseman and brave
warrior.
If you consider how the body of the rider,
in armor, will be leaning out of the saddle to
use his sword, it is clear that the saddle must
not move to the side, nor lift and swing out
at the rear. The trees, front and back, out of
necessity, had to follow the horse’s body further
down the side more than a modern saddle,
and so hold the saddle firmly without exerting
pressure along the spine. Between them there
is no “tree” to press against the horse’s spine
when the rider’s weight moves about in the
saddle. The large cantle that rises up behind the
rider, cradling him, offers support if he is driven
back when hit by a lance, or by the movement
of the horse rearing in battle. And at the same
time, because the rider’s weight is distributed
more across the back, the saddle does not dig
into the horse’s loins.
All of this “cradling” action of the curved
pommel and cantle helped the rider, holding him
stable in the saddle throughout the constant
motions he was going through in battle. The
seat of the saddle reflected the shape of the
horse – log-shaped rather than flat – with the
rider sitting with his legs hanging down the
horse’s side, and held firm by thigh blocks.
These blocks also acted to absorb the moving
weight of the rider, holding him safe. As a result
of all this, he sat as a part of the horse rather
than on top as if on a lily pad.
But it took a large dollop of serendipity and
a modern young man with a similar scoliosis to
show that indeed scoliosis would not necessarily
have kept King Richard from fighting in battle.
By chance, this young man of Leicester,
who had even taken part in reenactments on
Bosworth Field with his mother, was deeply
interested in the progress of the excavations
and was following it on TV. When an X-ray of
the skeleton’s spine was shown, he realized that
it was uncannily similar to his own spine. Tests
of his physical ability showed that he was very
flexible in the hips but rigid through the spine
and the ribcage, and that inflexibility meant that
his breathing was limited and so he could not
run. He had assumed that he could not take part
in sports, although he had taken part in some
ways in the reenactments.
Like King Richard, his build was slight,
though short through the torso. [King Richard
was considered tall for his time.] It was decided
to teach him to ride and see exactly how limited
he would be at fighting from a “war horse.” So
at the barn of one of the people who fought on
horseback in the reenactments, they put him on
a very well-trained horse. When he did well at
the walk, but bounced at the trot, they brought
out a “war saddle” for the next lesson, where the
high curved cantle supported his uneven build,
and by the fifth lesson he was able to canter
down a line, with his reins in one hand and a
lance in the other and hit a target in the center.
On the ground, his problems with breathing
kept him from equaling his sword skills in the
saddle. As there was no armor for him, they
went to Sweden, where the best armor for
reenactments is made. He still had problems
because the weight of the breast plate and
backplate could not rest on his waist, and so the
weight hung from his shoulders. The solution
found was to fit it snuggly to him so that his body
supported the weight uniformly.
Thus, with armor that fit and with a saddle
that supported him and allowed him freedom to
maneuver, he was able take the last challenge
and maintain a charge downhill at a gallop.
This modern reenactment rider’s
demonstration makes it hard for the historians to
maintain their skepticism. They had previously
found it hard to embrace the accounts of history
that have King Richard in the battlefield, where
he was ‘brave to the utmost edge of peril.’ In
fact, just before he was killed, he is purported to
have led an attack against the enemy, breaking
his lance against the bearer of the enemy’s
Standard and then using the broken end of his
lance to unhorse a man, John Cheyney, said to
be a veritable giant of a man.
Personally, this intriguing story of the King
Richard III excavation really brought a vivid
picture into my imagination, of how it would have
been to ride my Lipizzan in 1485 in one of these
saddles; how amazing it would feel to be able
to do all the things one might be called upon to
do. One of the things that draw us into owning
or breeding Lipizzans is the lure of the history,
of the past. So as I read further accounts of
the discovery of the skeleton, it was impossible
not to think of the USLF members who are
riding their Lipizzans in baroque clinics and the
upcoming fall Baroque Equestrian Games.
Favory Viktoria
Carla Salak rides Favory Viktoria (Eli) in the Christine Traurig Clinic in May.
On May 1, 2015, Carla Salak of Epona Dressage [www.eponadressage.com]
in Maple Park, IL, had the pleasure of riding Favory Viktoria with the esteemed
Olympian Bronze medalist, Christine Traurig.
Christine Traurig is dedicated to classical training and horsemanship to
produce excellence and skill in horse and rider. Christine Traurig Dressage
emphasizes the care and well-being of the horse, and the education of the rider.
Christine assisted a select few horses and riders the weekend she came to
the Chicago area. She thoroughly enjoyed watching Favory Viktoria those two
days and commented that he will make it to Grand Prix level without a doubt.
This is the second time this pair has had the pleasure of riding under Christine
Traurig’s leadership and the difference it made is very evident. Favory Viktoria,
bred by Christine Bell of Wind Mountain Lipizzans, and owned by Wendy
Stine, is a special stallion and thoroughly loves his work. Carla Salak and Favory
Viktoria have that special bond it takes to go to the top.
Looking forward to his summer show season!
“Operation Cowboy;” continued from page 23
any cost. Risking his own life, he surrendered to the Second Mechanized US Cavalry Regiment and was taken to the
regimental commander, Colonel Charles Reed. It happened
that Col. Reed was a dedicated horseman and shared Col. H’s
view. The two quickly hatched a plan to liberate the Lipizzans. Col. Reed quickly contacted his commander, General
George S. Patton. Patton had become acquainted with the
Lipizzans in Saint-Martin; the US army had been using the
castle as their headquarters. Upon hearing Col. Reed’s plea,
Patton responded, “Get them. Make it fast!”
On May 15, 1945 the horses were evacuated via a long
freight train through the Bohemian Forest to US occupied
Bavaria. From there the entire herd was reunited and the
future of the Lipizzan breed was assured.
Book Review
by Polly DuPont
It certainly is a problem to review books that I enjoy because sooner
or later people are going to begin to see that I have no scale and may begin
to wonder “ Does Polly really think that we will enjoy all these books ? “
And yet, so far, there is much in each of them that I think cannot help but
appeal. Although I certainly have not indicated everything for everyone,
you will just have to take me on faith, and find for yourselves what it is in
these books that appeals to YOU. So I just urge you to try them. Perhaps
you will find they speak to you right away. If not, most likely sometime
soon as your Lipizzan partner brings you to that point where you can see
the need of just that book on your shelf.
General Decarpentry’s The Spanish Riding School in Vienna and
Piaffe and Passage is really two books in one. My review of it is not going
to follow along the usual lines. For one thing, it is beautifully “reviewed”
on the Xenophon website and it would be foolish to try to say those same
things in a different manner. Secondly, I am by no means a “dressage
rider” and have no business entering into a more detailed ’review’ from
that point of view. Thirdly, enjoying piaffe and passage when one of my
stallions presents it to me is one thing. Training it completely another.
Fortunately I am not a serious enough rider to even attempt that, and I can
just enjoy their exuberance, the joie de vivre that they exude, presenting
me with a continually unfolding “ live in the now “ moment. BUT that
limitation to my “seriousness” as a rider also means that I certainly cannot
get into the technicalities of those two movements.
One thing is obvious, even if I do not aspire to training and
performing these movements, and that is that Decarpentry really knows
right down to the last minute detail what to explain, how to explain it, and
how to keep it within just enough words that it is clear and unmistakable.
The result is a book that presents itself, as well as two books in one, on
several levels. Beyond the technical explanations, there is here a lot of
history of the development and teaching of Classical Riding. Both ‘books’
present a collection of excellently “revitalized” historically significant
photographs. And those in The Spanish Riding School are of the SRS
horses and riders ( although sadly, as is often the case, the names of the
horses are not given except in the reproduction of the Program of a Gala
Exhibition 1934 on p. 55 ).
When The Spanish Riding School was written it was a cry for the
vastly important but fragile existence of the SRS, as Vienna was emerging
from the disaster of WWII. Already at publishing date the situation had
improved as Decarpentry himself states in his Forward. One might say
that today, at least in the world of competition, that classical dressage is
still threatened, and that, moreover, the SRS, and the other schools of
classical tradition, all face questionable times ahead due to current events
being what they are.
This edition includes several “Introductions” or “Prefaces” in addition
to those of the earlier original editions.
Andreas Hausberger, in his Introduction to this edition reminds us of
the historical importance of the “mostly oral” transmission of tradition by
the SRS, and ends : “ Both works in this book are milestones in the history
of classical riding and the Spanish Riding School.” And thanks Xenophon
Press for the book which “ will give the modern rider cause to reflect on
many things in a critical way. “
J.P. Giacomini, in the Preface to Piaffe and Passage, clues us into a lot
about Decarpentry himself, his training methods and his results. He then
goes on in the “Notes On the Translation by Patricia Galvin” with lots of
fascinating facts about this talented rider.
Piaffe and Passage proves to be a very clear description of the basics
of training, the order of the steps to be taken, the close examination
of the possible pitfalls at each phase, and what to do about them…
so clear..almost abbreviated..almost as if taken down as notes,
demonstrating an admirable ability to codify.
His own words demonstrate the extent of his investigation of all
aspects and details of the teaching and training of the piaffe, and his
attention to the state of mind of the trainer, even if it is not expressly
stated here: “ …in the training process..it is of primary importance
to avoid provoking a violent reaction. This can be achieved, up to a
point, by the discretion of the requests...
Support on the right rein [sideways, to the left, against the right
side of the horse’s neck] before the left foreleg touches the ground
will move the placing of the left front to the left. And the result is the
same if the pressure is continued until the leg is raised.
Therefore the interval of time within which the effect of the
rein can produce the desired result in an orderly way is very limited.
Moreover the rider must possess perfect feeling for the lifting and
lowering of the horse’s feet which the Ecuyer Aubert considered to
be a basis of tact. “
Note the phrases: “avoid provoking”, “discretion of request”,
“interval of time very limited”, “orderly way”, “rider must possess
perfect feeling”, “basis of tact”… and Andreas Hausberger’s
comment comes to mind here: “ will give the modern rider cause to
reflect on many things in a critical way. “
Decarpentry writes with a clarity and conciseness that makes
pleasant reading. And it becomes one of those books that at each
reading presents new or more complete understanding of the basics
of training and the pitfalls inevitably encountered, with detailed,
easily understood clarification of the solution.
Xenophon Press ISBN 978-0-933316-31-7
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USLF April 15th, 2015 Board Meeting
Summary
Director’s Corner
The USLF Board of Directors met April
15th for its regular monthly meeting via
teleconference. - The USLF is maintaining its financial
stability and operating within budget. The
membership drive is underway and
over 90 members have renewed their
membership. An increased number
of registrations and transfers has also
generated income. - The Really Big News - mark your
calendars for this November 6th and 7th!
! The USLF’s 2015 Lipizzan Symposium
and annual member meeting will be
held in Lexington, Kentucky, the same
weekend as the USDF’s US Dressage
Finals. Our hard-working planning
committee has secured us a great rate
at a Clarion Inn, and is planning a tour
of the Museum of the Horse at the
Kentucky Horse Park, including a viewing
of a new Lipizzan display assembled by
our Historical committee. Details will be
announced soon on our website. - The Membership Renewal Drive runs to
the end of April and the website has the
membership forms for all membership
classes available and easy to use. Please
join us again! The Board thanks you for
your enthusiasm and continuing support
and is interested to hear your ideas. - Our Registrar has been very busy this
month issuing nine new registrations and
eight transfers this month, with more
pending. Three of those transfers were to
new members who we are very pleased to
welcome! - The Registration committee is close
to completing a voluntary herd “census”
to help us keep track of changes in
ownership and status, giving us the most
complete count of the North American
Lipizzans population. The Board thanks
you in advance for helping us with this
survey when it comes out and for your
support conserving and protecting our
rare breed!
- The update to the ALBA Stud Book
with the results of 2014’s Evaluation
Tour is being proofed for data entry
correctness. The ALBA Stud Book is the
only North American Lipizzan stud book
containing evaluations scores of approved
Lipizzans and this updated version should
be available this summer or fall. - The Quarterly Journal
committee announced that the next issue
of the USLF News will have more color
pages and a Table of Contents. - The Marketing and Promotions
committee announced that they had
received a very generous donation from a
member to help fund more advertising to
promote our Lipizzans! Wow, thank you!
- The USLF website continues have more
available for our members. Members
can now enroll in the new USLF awards
program, The Laurels, through the
website – all its forms are online thanks to
our hardworking Website committee! - Our regional clubs are active. The
Pacific Northwest Lipizzan Club (PNLC)
met recently and has planned three
summer events, including a summer camp
with a clinic on working equitation and a
‘’winery trail ride” through the vineyards
of the Yakima Valley in Washington state. - The Board began discussing plans for
the 2015 Directors’ election. This year,
members will elect a President and three
Directors. (Officers and Directors serve
2-year terms so each year half of our
eight-member Board is up for election.) In
the coming months, the Board will be
looking for candidates for these four
vacancies. - Still hoping to hear that The Lipizzan
video produced by Horse Flicks TV will
air on HRTV soon. We’ll let you know as
soon as we hear. - The next regularly scheduled Board of
Directors meeting will be May 20th. The
USLF Board meets every third Wednesday
of the month. USLF March 18th, 2015 Board Meeting
Summary
The USLF Board of Directors met
March 18th for its regular monthly
meeting via teleconference.
- The Board approved the 2015 budget
proposed by the Finance committee. The USLF continues to operate within its
budget and with financial stability. The
membership drive has begun and an
increased rate of registrations and transfers
has also boosted income. Office expenses
also increased as our database software
lease was renewed. - The Spring issue of the USLF News will
include the 2015 membership renewal
form in addition to the usual interesting
articles and great pictures. Everyone is
encouraged to renew promptly to not
miss any issues of the newsletter.
- The website will soon have membership
forms for all membership classes
available, so renewing your membership
will be fast and easy. The Board thanks
you for your enthusiasm and continuing
support and welcomes your ideas. - The volume of Lipizzan and half-Lipizzan
registrations and transfers is growing and
our Registrar issued six new registrations
and four transfers this month, with more
to come. - Our Registrar and the Registration
committee is finalizing a voluntary herd
“census” and hopes to include it in the
upcoming membership drive. You should
see the survey along with an email that
invites you to renew your membership. The Board thanks you for supporting our
mission to conserve and protect our rare
breed!
- The update to the ALBA Stud Book with
the results of 2014’s Evaluation Tour is
complete and is being checked for errors. We’ll keep you posted on when it will
be available. The ALBA Stud Book is the
only North American Lipizzan stud book
containing evaluations scores of approved
Lipizzans. - The Board discussed at some length a
plan to hold large Lipizzan Symposiums
on alternate years with smaller annual
member meetings on Lipizzan Evaluation
Tour years. For the smaller meetings,
the Board envisions members interacting
with the Board via the Internet, saving
travel costs. The Board will look for cost
effective options that permit members to
participate remotely and in real time. - The USLF website continues have more
available for our members. Members
can now enroll in the new USLF awards
program, The Laurels, through the website
– all its forms are online thanks to our
hardworking Website committee! - John Borys, whose pictures from Tempel
Farms have graced the newsletter, has
Muffin Smith, Secretary Page 34 www.uslipizzan.org
UPCOMING USLF BOARD ELECTIONS
Candidates Sought - Are You Ready? Now is the TIME!
Thank you USLF Members, for your wonderful support and participation in our organization’s activities this past
year.
The term of office for four of our eight USLF Directors will expire this Fall. The Nominating Committee is
developing a slate of candidates for the elections and encourages applications from members who have an interest
in our Lipizzan community and who would enjoy participating for two years as a member of the USLF Board of
Directors.
Typically the Board meets once a month by telephone conference. The primary duties of the Directors are to
maintain the goals and directions of the USLF by collaboration in setting policy, approving budgets, and strategic
planning. Individual Directors also liaison with the various committees and in planning of events.
You are eligible to be on the Board if:
1. You have been a member in good standing for the most recent four (4) years,
2. You have participated in USLF operations within the last three (3) years as either
• a volunteer,
• an appointed official,
• an elected officer,
• or an attendee at the annual Member Meeting/Symposium.
If you are interested, or just curious about running for the Board, please contact the USLF office by phone 503-589-3172 or by email [email protected]. Now is the time.
“Peanut Butter”
aka Pluto Batrina
Photos by John Borys
Thank you,
Kathy Kelly
Member of the Board of Directors
joined the Website committee. His
beautiful Lipizzan photos will appear in
a rotating sequence on our homepage,
check it out! - Our regional clubs are active. The
Pacific Northwest Lipizzan Club (PNLC)
is planning to elect their officers at
their April meeting and the Mid Atlantic
Lipizzan Association (MALA) is looking
Director’s Corner
to form a quadrille team (please contact
MALA President Sue Ott if you’re
interested to join)! - The Loving Our Lipizzans committee
reports that their Facebook page is very
active with lots of discussion. The group is
also doing a book study on biomechanics
and is posting pictures and results of their
bio-mechanic exercises. - And… yes, we’re still waiting to hear when
The Lipizzan video produced by Horse Flicks
TV is expected to air on HRTV. We’ll keep
you posted; we’re hoping for spring. - The next regularly scheduled Board of
Directors meeting will be April 15th. The
USLF Board meets every third Wednesday
of the month. Muffin Smith, Secretary
TRANSITIONS
March, 2015 - May, 2015
TRANSFERS:
Lipizzan Stallions:
848 Pluto VI Andorella (b. 2002, Tempel Farms, 606
Pluto VI Almerina IV x 769 Andorella) to Linda
Leffingwell of Lake Bluff, IL.
Lipizzan Geldings:
Conversano Glorianna VI (b. 2004, Spokane Sport Horse
Farm, Pluto Natasha II-I x Glorianna) to Michele
and Luke Camper of Nampa, ID.
Favory Triskella (b. 2007, Lisa Hettman, Favory Antiqua
x Triskella) to Ruth Jackman and/or Jonathan
Shinabarger of Maryville, TN.
Neapolitano Gloria II-I (b. 2006, Zipalong Lipizzans,
Neapolitano Slatana II x Gloria II) to Kate
Phillips of Sauk Rapids, MN
Pluto Allegra Doser (b. 2004, Green Acres Stables,
Pluto II Dixana II x Allegra XXXIV Doser-46) to
Kimberly Bartolucci of Norfolk, MA.
Siglavy Presciana II-II (b. 2008, White Stallion Ranch,
Siglavy Aga-50 x Presciana II) to Janet Buckner
of Tavares, FL.
Lipizzan Mares:
Bonnita (b. 2006, Waltzing Horse Farm, 499 Conversano
Barbarina x Belitta) to Kimberly Bartolucci of
Norfolk, MA.
Ceria (b. 2004, Charlie Horse Acres, Neapolitano Slatana
II x Giovanna) to Kate Phillips of Sauk Rapids,
MN.
Kulpa-96 (b. 2002, Piber, 464 Maestoso Bellamira x 59
Duba) to Kate Phillips of Sauk Rapids, MN.
Piadora (b.1998, A. Cochrane, 315 Pluto III Belvedera x
Pandora) to Judy Steigerwald of Forest, VA.
Rima (b. 2008, Lipoli Farm, Pluto Tücsök-44 x Rowena)
to Irene Stephanie du Pont of Whitefish, MT.
Troja-78 (b. 2001, Piber, 541 Neapolitano Malina x 72
Mascula) to Kate Phillips of Sauk Rapids, MN.
Arroncrista (b. 2004, Willazan Farm, Pluto Bonamora x
Starsha) to Kathyrn Ring of Parma, MI.
XL Lipizzan Mares:
Revelation (b. 2008, South Creek Stable, Pluto Bela II x
Mountain High Kiowa (AWB)) to Carissa Price
of Fairfield, IA.
Sheherazade (b. 2000, Rolling Green Farm, 499
Conversano Barbarina x Ballerina Ride (TB)) to
Helga Venus of Salado, TX.
Sianca (XL) (b. 2008, Plum Lake Dressage, 760 Favory
IV Delta x Sasha (XL)) to Grace Trudeau of Iron
River, MI.
REGISTRATIONS:
Lipizzan Stallions:
Siglavy Americana II (b. 1997, The Lipizzan Connection,
Siglavy Dalea x Americana) by Barbara Gjerset
of Tujunga, CA.
Lipizzan Geldings:
Conversano II Medussa IV (b. 1997, Pine Mountain
Lipizzans, 524 Conversano II Erica x 490
Medussa) by Emily Lyman of Canton, MS.
Conversano Paloma II (b. 2006, Pine Mountain
Lipizzans, Conversano II Edesanya II x Paloma II)
by Emily Lyman of Canton, MS
Favory Isa (b. 2009, Wind Mountain Lipizzans, 832
Favory VIII Bellanna x Isa) by Christine Bell of
Sprpingfield, OR.
Maestoso II Gabriola (b. 2000, White Horse Vale
Lipizzans, Maestoso II Ambrosia x Gabriola) by
Deena McClain of Olympia, WA.
Neapolitano Catrina (b. 1995, Larry Miller, Neapolitano
Marcella x Catrina II) by Lyn Schaeffer of Russell
Springs, KY.
Pluto Brigitta (b. 2013, Waltzing Horse Farm, Pluto II
Dixana x Brigitta) by Jill Murray of Coatsville,
PA.
Lipizzan Mares:
873 Atina (b. 2007, Tempel Farms, 261 Maestoso Samira
XXI x 787 Alma) by Anne Marchant of White
Post, VA.
Anya (b. 1999, Melody Hill Lipizzans, Pluto Pirouette x
Melodina) by Lindsay Scott of Hixson, BC.
Dia (b. 1994, Danby Hill Farm, Favory Grapa x 763
Betsiera) by Carol Kraft of Edmeston, NY.
Estrella (XL100) (b. 2012, Jose Lopez, Conversano
Amelia III x Fiesta) by Jose Lopez of Pueblo
West, CO.
Fantasia III (b. 1996, Melody Hill Lipizzans, Maestoso
Canada x Melodina) by Lindsay Scott of Hixson,
BC.
Lehla (b. 2007, Melody Hill Lipizzans, Maestoso Canada
x Anya) by Lindsay Scott of Hixson, BC.
La-venada (XL100) (b. 2011, Jose Lopez, Conversano
Amelia III x Fiesta) by Jose Lopez of Pueblo
West, CO.
XL Lipizzan Stallions:
El Durazno (b. 2010, Jose Lopez, Conversano Fiesta
(XL) x Better Dun It (AQHA)) by Jose Lopez of
Pueblo West, CO.
XL Lipizzan Geldings:
El Niño (b. 2010, M. Lopez, Conversano Fiesta (XL) x
Little Miss Un Dun (AQHA)) by Jose Lopez of
Pueblo West, CO.
XL Lipizzan Mares:
La Golondrina (b. 2013, Jose Lopez, Sombra Cheungyum
Grazioso (AND) x Fiesta) by Jose Lopez of
Pueblo West, CO.
Cottonwood Creek Lipizzans
Gayla and John Edwards
6364 Toohey Road
Bozeman, MT 59718
Phone: 406-587-4535
email: [email protected]
Standing:
Favory Pelaina
Started Lipizzans for sale
BREEDERS’ DIRECTORY
The Lipizzan Connection
Barbara Gjerset
Ingun Littorin
3275 Stonyvale Road
Tujunga, CA 91042
Phone: 818-353-3556
Stallion at stud / Horses for sale
Lakeview Lipizzans
Margaret Hoog
11500 Petaluma/Pt. Reyes Rd.
Nicasio, CA 94946
Phone: 415-662-2242
Web: www.LakeviewLipizzans.com
Foals for sale occasionally
Standing:
Maestoso II Daniela
The Tempel Lipizzans
17000 Wadsworth Road
Old Mill Creek, IL 60083
847-244-5330
[email protected]
http://www.tempelfarms.com/
Standing:
Maestoso Legeny
Siglavy V Garbo
Classical dressage training center, horse
sales, breeding, public and private exhibitions
and special events.
Touchstone Acres
Kathleen Donnelly
Kearneysville, WV 25430
Home: 304-724-1286
Tel/Fax: 304-724-1285
Web: www.TouchstoneAcres.com
Standing:
Neapolitano Samira VI (imported in utero /
frozen semen)
Neapolitano Altamira
Maestoso Takoma
Neapolitano XXIX-18 ( Black Stallion/Imported frozen semen)
Breeding & Sales, Mare Lease/Custom Foals
Kirsten Wilson
Lewiston, New York 14092
Phone: 716-297-2745
Web: www.baroquestallion.com
Standing to Approved Mares:
Pluto Virtuoso 47
By Private Treaty
Imported from Piber Stud Farm, Austria
Woodwynd Equestrian LLC
Kelli Wilkinson
2356 Vawter Corner Road
Louisa, VA 23093
1-540-967-2376
[email protected]
Standing:
Favory Serena 19. Piber-bred Favory Plutona x Serena 27
Scored 85% by Dr. Oulehla
Fresh cooled and frozen semen available.
Waltzing Horse Dressage
Sarah Casey
Verona, NY
Phone: 508-733-4809
Web: www.waltzinghorsedressage.com
Standing:
Conversano Belamilana (bay, standing at
Tempus Renatus Farm)
Maestoso Marina
Now Under Construction
A NEW LOOK TO THE
ONLINE BREEDERS’ LISTING!
Contact Linda Duggan at [email protected]
to update your listing.
The Lipizzan Rescue Foundation
– How you can help –
The Lipizzan Rescue Foundation (LRF) has had the honor of helping 37 Lipizzans /
part Lipizzans over the past two years. Some have been placed in new loving homes.
In other situations we have been able to help owners through tough times or to better
improve the bond between owners and their Lipizzan.
The LRF would like to be able to help every Lipizzan / part Lipizzan who has fallen
on hard times. We need your support to be able to do this. Financial donations are
always appreciated and put to good use. However, some of you may not be able to
help financially. There is still room for you. We would like to develop a web of people
around the country to network with and
monitor other horse rescues and livestock
auctions in their areas. If you have some
time you can donate to help keep an eye
out for lost Lipizzans, please contact us
and we will help you get started.
Lyn Schaeffer - President
Lipizzan Rescue Foundation
8480 O’Hare Rd.
Las Vegas, NV 89143
800/991-0952
[email protected]
www.SaveOurLips.com
Doing some SUMMER SHOPPING?
Don’t forget to SMILE!...
If you’re one of the millions of shoppers who use Amazon.com for online purchases, there’s now a way that your shopping can raise
money for the Lipizzan Rescue Foundation and help save Lipizzan horses: shop through AmazonSmile!
By selecting Lipizzan Rescue Foundation as your preferred charity, AmazonSmile will donate 0.5% (one half percent) of the
purchase price of eligible purchases to support Lipizzan Rescue Foundation every time you shop! Eligible products are marked “Eligible
for AmazonSmile donation” on their product detail pages.
According to AmazonSmile, 100% of the donation amount generated from your eligible purchases will be donated and paid out
quarterly. This is a great opportunity to raise money for a worthy cause, so tell your horse-loving friends and family. Like any charity,
Lipizzan Rescue Foundation, a 501(c)(3) foundation, relies on the generosity of people like you to help with our rescue efforts. Saving
just one Lipizzan from a bad situation may cost hundreds or thousands of dollars. Receiving donations through the AmazonSmile
program can help make the difference in a Lipizzan’s life.
To get started, go to smile.amazon.com and log onto your Amazon account. Search Lipizzan Rescue Foundation under charities,
and then select it as your preferred charity. Be sure to use its full name when searching – Lipizzan Rescue Foundation. Bookmark
AmazonSmile (smile.amazon.com) because the only way to support Lipizzan Rescue Foundation through the AmazonSmile Foundation
is to shop on AmazonSmile.
To learn more about the AmazonSmile Foundation and program specifics, visit: http://smile.amazon.com/about/ref=smi_ge_upd_
lm_uaas. To learn more about the Lipizzan Rescue Foundation, its mission and success stories, go to: http://www.saveourlips.com.
Photo by Victor Medina
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American Driving Society. . . . . . . . . . . . . 12 & 13
Arce, Kat / Saddles f/s . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
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The Lipizzan Connection / Gjerset. . . . . . . . . . 33
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Waltzing Horse Farm / Casey. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25
White Horse Vale / Boardman . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15
The United States Lipizzan Federation
Invites all Lipizzan Owners and Enthusiasts to the
2015 USLF North American Lipizzan Symposium
AND Our 35th Annual Member Meeting
November 6-8, 2015
at the Clarion Inn Lexington
Lexington, Kentucky
USLF Meetings, Awards Dinner and Auction will be located at the
Clarion Inn Lexington,1950 Newtown Pike, Lexington, KY 40511
Make your room reservations directly with the Clarion Inn Lexington by October 15th by calling the
hotel at (859) 825-5023. Ask for the United States Lipizzan Federation special rate of $90 per night
plus tax. Your room rate includes breakfast and free Blue Grass airport transportation.
This is USDF Finals weekend at Kentucky Horse Park. MAKE YOUR ROOM RESERVATIONS EARLY.
Plan to visit the nearby KENTUCKY HORSE PARK
4089 Iron Works Pkwy • Lexington, KY
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8480 O’Hare Road
Las Vegas, NV
89143-1235
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