Enduranceintrospection Blog - Full Article
By Patti Stedman | December 7th, 2013
[The first thing I have to do is officially divorce my personal opinions, comments and this entire rant from what is my official role on the AERC Board of Directors. I have certainly expressed my thoughts and feelings and ideas to that group of twenty-six, and am open to discussing that if anyone has questions on what is going with regard to doing BoD business, but not here, and not today.]
Here, this morning, I am going to have a temper tantrum of massive proportion to express my disgust and frustration.
I am furious that international competition, which left me cheering and proud in the late 1990s when I was just starting the sport, has become a shamefully divisive topic of discussion...
Read more here:
http://enduranceintrospection.com/a-personal-rant-about-whats-become-of-fei-endurance/
Sunday, February 15, 2015
Wednesday, February 11, 2015
AERC Board of Directors Appalled at Equine Deaths in Abu Dhabi CEN Event
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE:
American Endurance Ride Conference Board of Directors
Date: February 11, 2015
The American Endurance Ride Conference (AERC) Board of Directors is expressing anger and disgust following reports of three equine fatalities which occurred at a national Concours Endurance Nationale (CEN) event held in Abu Dhabi January 31, 2015.
Horrifying photographs show Splitters Creek Bundy, a 12-year-old Australian-bred gelding, collapsing into the sand with catastrophic fractures of both front legs, while vehicles and onlookers continue along the course. The bay gelding had failed to finish in his last three competitions, all held in the United Arab Emirates, but had previously been raced seven times at distances from 80 to 120 km (50 to 75 miles) at an average speed of 22.6 km/hr (14.04 mph).
The flat, non-technical courses in this region have been criticized worldwide for their emphasis on punishing speed and increasing rates of forelimb fractures, many of which remain unreported by relevant national and international governing bodies.
AERC’s president, Dr. Michael Campbell, said, “AERC is appalled at the Al Reef tragedy, and does not condone or support this type of riding or treatment of horses. Such abuse of equines is inexcusable and disgusting in the extreme. This is not what we stand for.”
Endurance riding, which AERC can claim originated in the United States almost 60 years ago as an organized sport, is sanctioned internationally by the Federation Equestre International (FEI). The United Arab Emirates (UAE) is a member of FEI Regional Group VII, which has drawn harsh international criticism for repeated reports of equine abuse, positive drug tests, and illegal switching of both horses and riders during competition.
While FEI instituted new rules to improve equine welfare in August 2014, forward measurable progress remains slow. When pressed by journalists in regards to the three equine deaths at the Abu Dhabi competition, representatives of FEI stated that the Al Reef race was a national event and thus out of their jurisdiction.
At the March 2014 AERC Convention and Annual Board of Directors Meetings, John Long, then-CEO of the United States Equestrian Federation, met with the AERC Board of Directors to address the mutual concerns regarding reports of equine abuse, positive drug tests and blatant rule violations largely occurring within members of Group VII. At that time, AERC was considering a motion to withdraw from participation in international endurance competition until such time as FEI could demonstrate adequate control and reform of the crisis. After lengthy discussions, Mr. Long, who has since retired, stated USEF’s firm commitment to aggressively address change and improved rule enforcement within FEI. At that time, Mr. Long stated, “If we stay together and nothing good comes out of this over the next six months or a year, then we’ll walk away from it together. We’ll do it together.”
AERC’s board members strongly condemn the continuing trend within some Group VII participants towards rule violations and the racing of horses at blistering speeds leading to chronic injuries, fractures and death. The 26-member board urges USEF and FEI to demonstrate their previous commitments to change and reform the egregious offenses occurring within the international arena of endurance riding.
Contact: Troy Smith
American Endurance Ride Conference
www.aerc.org
endurancenews@foothill.net
866-271-2372, 530-823-2260
American Endurance Ride Conference Board of Directors
Date: February 11, 2015
The American Endurance Ride Conference (AERC) Board of Directors is expressing anger and disgust following reports of three equine fatalities which occurred at a national Concours Endurance Nationale (CEN) event held in Abu Dhabi January 31, 2015.
Horrifying photographs show Splitters Creek Bundy, a 12-year-old Australian-bred gelding, collapsing into the sand with catastrophic fractures of both front legs, while vehicles and onlookers continue along the course. The bay gelding had failed to finish in his last three competitions, all held in the United Arab Emirates, but had previously been raced seven times at distances from 80 to 120 km (50 to 75 miles) at an average speed of 22.6 km/hr (14.04 mph).
The flat, non-technical courses in this region have been criticized worldwide for their emphasis on punishing speed and increasing rates of forelimb fractures, many of which remain unreported by relevant national and international governing bodies.
AERC’s president, Dr. Michael Campbell, said, “AERC is appalled at the Al Reef tragedy, and does not condone or support this type of riding or treatment of horses. Such abuse of equines is inexcusable and disgusting in the extreme. This is not what we stand for.”
Endurance riding, which AERC can claim originated in the United States almost 60 years ago as an organized sport, is sanctioned internationally by the Federation Equestre International (FEI). The United Arab Emirates (UAE) is a member of FEI Regional Group VII, which has drawn harsh international criticism for repeated reports of equine abuse, positive drug tests, and illegal switching of both horses and riders during competition.
While FEI instituted new rules to improve equine welfare in August 2014, forward measurable progress remains slow. When pressed by journalists in regards to the three equine deaths at the Abu Dhabi competition, representatives of FEI stated that the Al Reef race was a national event and thus out of their jurisdiction.
At the March 2014 AERC Convention and Annual Board of Directors Meetings, John Long, then-CEO of the United States Equestrian Federation, met with the AERC Board of Directors to address the mutual concerns regarding reports of equine abuse, positive drug tests and blatant rule violations largely occurring within members of Group VII. At that time, AERC was considering a motion to withdraw from participation in international endurance competition until such time as FEI could demonstrate adequate control and reform of the crisis. After lengthy discussions, Mr. Long, who has since retired, stated USEF’s firm commitment to aggressively address change and improved rule enforcement within FEI. At that time, Mr. Long stated, “If we stay together and nothing good comes out of this over the next six months or a year, then we’ll walk away from it together. We’ll do it together.”
AERC’s board members strongly condemn the continuing trend within some Group VII participants towards rule violations and the racing of horses at blistering speeds leading to chronic injuries, fractures and death. The 26-member board urges USEF and FEI to demonstrate their previous commitments to change and reform the egregious offenses occurring within the international arena of endurance riding.
Contact: Troy Smith
American Endurance Ride Conference
www.aerc.org
endurancenews@foothill.net
866-271-2372, 530-823-2260
Tuesday, February 10, 2015
February's Endurance Day on Horses In The Morning with Karen Chaton
Horsesinthemorning.com - Listen!
February 10 2015
Endurance Day with Karen Chaton opens with a look at Bioscanning for saddle fit, training the spooky horse with Matthew Coats and new endurance rider questions answered by Patti Stedman. Listen in...
http://www.horsesinthemorning.com/hitm-for-02-10-2015-endurance-day-on-spooky-horses-and-new-endurance-riders/
February 10 2015
Endurance Day with Karen Chaton opens with a look at Bioscanning for saddle fit, training the spooky horse with Matthew Coats and new endurance rider questions answered by Patti Stedman. Listen in...
http://www.horsesinthemorning.com/hitm-for-02-10-2015-endurance-day-on-spooky-horses-and-new-endurance-riders/
Monday, February 09, 2015
Owyhee River Challenge
Karen's Horse Tales blogSaturday, February 7, 2015
by Karen Bumgarner
Somewhere in the craziness of what mind I have left, I decided to put on an endurance ride. I settled on the name of Owyhee River Challenge because you ride from the Succor Creek area to the Owyhee River for a vet check. And then back over the hills to camp. After a vet check in camp you have an easy 10 mile loop through Succor Creek Canyon. The 25's will have two short loops with vet checks in camp. I even have some wonderful volunteers lined up but need more.
Only during the winter I kept coming up with more ideas!
A Ride & Tie Friday!
And Endurance Saturday.
PLUS a Ride or Run on Sunday! What was I thinking? In addition there will be a HUGE raffle Saturday night. Maybe a couple silent auction items as well. All this to benefit a little girl waiting for a heart transplant...
Read more here:
http://karenshorsetales.blogspot.com/2015/02/owyhee-river-challenge.html
Wednesday, February 04, 2015
Team Easyboot 2015 - The Contest is Open
Easycareinc BlogWednesday, January 28, 2015 by Kevin Myers
We are excited to announce EasyCare is now accepting applications for Team Easyboot 2015. Team members will be selected based on their knowledge of the EasyCare product line, their diversity of riding activity, and their influence in their community.
Expectations of Team Easyboot Members
If accepted onto Team Easyboot 2015, members are expected to:
Represent EasyCare in a professional and positive manner.
Actively promote and inform others about all EasyCare products and help others in the field.
Be available to assist in boot fitting and to provide advice in person and online.
Blog once a month on the EasyCare corporate blog.
Actively participate with positive interaction and product advice on the Easyboot Facebook page.
Wear Team Easyboot attire at events.
Display Team Easyboot logo on tack, trailers and vehicles.
Summary of Benefits
Access to discounted EasyCare product for personal use.
Access to the EasyCare staff for general booting education and problem-solving.
Note: Product purchased through the Team Easyboot discount program is for personal use only and cannot be resold.
Application
If you would like to be considered for membership on Team Easyboot 2015, please answer a few basic questions in our online Application Form. Applications will be accepted until 10:00 PM Mountain Standard Time on Friday, February 13, 2105.
The Selection Process
Members of Team Easyboot 2015 will be selected by a panel of EasyCare staff. The new team members will be announced on Monday, February 23, 2015.
Good luck!
- See more at: http://blog.easycareinc.com/blog/bootlegging/team-easyboot-2015-the-contest-is-open#sthash.15clu5y0.dpuf
Monday, February 02, 2015
2015 Convention 'Cast: Endurance is For Everyone!
February 2 2015 AERC and Endurance.net will be teaming up to bring you live updates from the 2015 AERC convention in Reno. If you can't make it, tune in! We'll have tweets and vine video clips and photos throughout March 6 and 7, including the Saturday night National Awards ceremony. Kind of like a live coverage of the Oscars and behind the scenes, only better: AERC endurance style!
You can get tweets by following "endurancenet" or "#2015aerc" on Twitter***, or bookmarking the web page
http://www.endurance.net/international/USA/2015AERC/
For more information on the convention, and to sign up, see
http://www.endurance.net/international/USA/2015AERC/2015Convention.pdf
Stay tuned!
***AMENDED - this post previously said the hashtag for the convention would be #aerc2015. It is now #2015aerc. Otherwise you'd also be getting tweets from a non-horsey Rheology convention in France!
Saturday, January 31, 2015
Endurance Green Beans Take it a Step Further
January 31 2015The Green Bean Endurance website has a new makeover, thanks to the diligent work of Jillane Baros, Sharalyn Hay, Jacke Reynolds, and Deb Moe.
Greenbeanendurance.com - a website resource for Green Bean Education, Encouragement, and Endurance, now offers a formal membership, for both Green Beans and 'Ripe Bean' endurance riders.
The Green Bean Endurance page started on Facebook in January of 2014 as an expansion of the original PNER Green Beans group, and it quickly spread like wildfire. Sharalyn Hay originated the "Green Bean" idea to create an inviting and safe environment for riders new to endurance or who had horses new to endurance to share their experiences and get support. Since then, the title of "Green Bean" has been expanded to include all those who wish to learn more about endurance. The new website offers free access to educational resources and links, discussions, and Green Bean apparel; and it offers extras for joining members.
Green Bean members have access to Member Directories (looking for other Green Beans, or mentors in your area?); Members-Only Forums; monthly giveaways; newsletters; discounts; and Green Bean Competitions. In the new future, they will be rolling out "badges" to recognize individual rider accomplishments on their profiles.
With 120 riders registered, the 2015 Green Bean Teams are full; each team consists of 5 Green Beans with 999 miles or less; completions on any horse count toward overall mileage during the 2015 season.
For more information on joining Green Bean Endurance, as a Green Bean or a Ripe Bean, see:
https://greenbeanendurance.com
Monday, January 26, 2015
Early Spring Special: Free Classified Ads on Endurance Net!
Endurance.net ClassifiedsWinter getting to you? It's time to ignore those winter storms bearing down on your area, and look ahead to spring and getting ready for a new endurance ride season.
www.Endurance.net has been the leading site for all Endurance-related classifieds since 1998.
For the months of February and March, come celebrate 17 years of classifieds and another year of endurance trails, with Free Listings of endurance (and trail, and other!) horses, saddles, tack & boots, property, trucks & trailers. We also have a slot for Endurance Dogs and Personals!
Go to http://www.endurance.net and click on the Classifieds Link
Sunday, January 25, 2015
Vendors at the 2015 AERC Convention
AERC.orgGREAT VENDORS you will find at the AERC Convention (Grand Sierra Resort, Reno, Nevada) on March 6 & 7 -- some old, some new!
Welcome American Trail Gear, Ann Kratochvil, Arabian Saddle Co., AthleticEquine.com, Auburn Labs, Boz Saddlery, EasyCare Inc., Fleeceworks, Hawthorne Products, Hooves & Whiskers, Hought Tack, Jan's Jems, Porta-Grazer, Purina Animal Nutrition, Sage Brushes Studio, Specialized Saddles, Trailwise Saddles, Triple Crown Nutrition, UndeRider (sports bras & underwear), Vettec Hoof Care, Western States Trail Foundation, Wild Carats, XP Rides. See you in Reno in just over six weeks!!! The FREE trade show is open 8-6 Friday, 3/6, and 8-5 Saturday 3/7.
Link: http://www.aerc.org/2015Convention.pdf
Sunday, January 18, 2015
Endurance is for Everyone: 2015 AERC Convention
Come to Reno, Nevada March 6 and 7 for the 2015 AERC Convention, for the annual Trade Show, Speaker Seminars, Hot Topics Workshops, Regional Awards, Friday Night Dance, Raffle, Tack Swap, and more.Hot Topics Sessions on Friday and Saturday mornings include “Cooking Up an AERC Ride: Should We Change the Recipe?” and “Fishing for Members: Casting the Net Without Tossing ‘em Back”.
Speakers for the Friday Seminars include Jan Hancock, “Protecting Trail Access and Planning for Future Access”; Dr Hal Schott, “100 Mile Survey Analysis”; Dr K. Gary Magnesian, “Gastric Ulcers in the Endurance Horse”; Dr Susan Garlinghouse, “Body Condition Scoring & Other Current Topics”; and Patti Stedman, “Top 10 Questions Green Beans Ask”.
Speakers for the Saturday Seminars include Dr Ken Marcella, “Back Issues in the Endurance Horse”; Karen Chaton, “Longevity: Keeping Your Horse Going for Years”; Martin Adams, “Nutrition for the Endurance Horse”; and Becky Hart, “The Ins and Outs of Garnering a Best Condition”.
Regional Awards will take place Friday evening, and the National Awards Banquet will take place Saturday evening.
For more information, and to register, see
http://www.aerc.org/2015Convention.pdf
Friday, January 16, 2015
Where have all the Arabians gone?
Desertarabian.org - Full Article
by Bruce M. Johnson
Where have all the flowers gone?
Long time passing.
Where have all the flowers gone?
Long time ago
Where have all the flowers gone?
Girls have picked them every one
When will they ever learn?
When will they ever learn?
© 1961 Pete Seeger
Those of us who recall this ballad may well now ask, “Where have all the Arabians gone?” as we continue to read about declines in registrations and show entrees. What is the situation? How is the Desert Arabian doing? What lies ahead, and what can we do to improve the prospects for the future?
Historical Perspective
Registrations of Arabian horses began in 1908 with the establishment of the Arabian Horse Club of America (later the Arabian Horse Registry of America). Horses were registered by year of birth. Prior to 1908, fewer than 10 foals had been born each year. That number grew to more than 20 by 1925, and then reached 75 by 1932. Breeding by Albert Harris, Henry Babson, J M Dickinson, Roger Selby, W K Kellogg, and many others drove the annual number of foals into triple digits in 1936 and reached 398 in 1945. The numbers continued to climb in most years after World War II, hitting 1,097 in 1956 and 2,084 in 1960.
Breeding grew rapidly for the next 25 years. There were so many foals that statistics were kept by year registered rather than birth year. In 1985 there were just over 30,000 horses registered...
Read more here:
http://desertarabian.org/wp-content/uploads/2010/02/WhereHaveGone.pdf
by Bruce M. Johnson
Where have all the flowers gone?
Long time passing.
Where have all the flowers gone?
Long time ago
Where have all the flowers gone?
Girls have picked them every one
When will they ever learn?
When will they ever learn?
© 1961 Pete Seeger
Those of us who recall this ballad may well now ask, “Where have all the Arabians gone?” as we continue to read about declines in registrations and show entrees. What is the situation? How is the Desert Arabian doing? What lies ahead, and what can we do to improve the prospects for the future?
Historical Perspective
Registrations of Arabian horses began in 1908 with the establishment of the Arabian Horse Club of America (later the Arabian Horse Registry of America). Horses were registered by year of birth. Prior to 1908, fewer than 10 foals had been born each year. That number grew to more than 20 by 1925, and then reached 75 by 1932. Breeding by Albert Harris, Henry Babson, J M Dickinson, Roger Selby, W K Kellogg, and many others drove the annual number of foals into triple digits in 1936 and reached 398 in 1945. The numbers continued to climb in most years after World War II, hitting 1,097 in 1956 and 2,084 in 1960.
Breeding grew rapidly for the next 25 years. There were so many foals that statistics were kept by year registered rather than birth year. In 1985 there were just over 30,000 horses registered...
Read more here:
http://desertarabian.org/wp-content/uploads/2010/02/WhereHaveGone.pdf
Thursday, January 15, 2015
2014 Drinkers of the Wind Challenge Winners
January 5 2015
The Institute for the Desert Arabian Horse announced that the 2014 Drinkers of the Wind Performance Challenge has been won by OT El Azrak (Raveon Ravenwood x OT Dysara RSI), one of Crockett Dumas' homebreds.
“Crockett Dumas is yet one more time demonstrating the wonderful abilities of our Desert Arabians by winning the Schimanski Trophy in our 2014 Drinkers of the Wind Challenge. Crockett and his Pritzlaff bred herd keep topping the list of our Drinkers winners proving that our modern Desert Arabians possess the same attributes as their ancestors did. We congratulate and commend Crockett for his continued efforts in breeding, conditioning and training, and competing these wonderful horses and hope that 2015 is yet another great year for him.”
Reserve Champion in the Top Ten Performance Desert Arabians in the US went to Frisia Mamuluk (Serenity Sharuf x Serenity Btmamluk), a 2005 gelding bred, trained and shown by Willemena DeBoer. “Willemena is using the blood stock of Hansi Heck in her program and she is having wonderful success with it. She has three horses competing in the Drinkers program and all are successful.”
Other Arabian endurance horses in the Top Ten were:
Frisia Shaheen, (Serenity Shahail x Serenity Arufa) bred by Willamena De Boer using Serenity bloodstock.
OT Rymoni GLY (Dymoniet x OT Rafisa RSI), owned by Troy and Clarie Eckard and bred by Crockett Dumas, for his Endurance wins.
OT Dyra Bataa RSI (Rave on Ravenwood x OT Dysara RSI) another of Crockett Dumas' homebreds making a wonderful showing in endurance.
Avalon Yasminah (Ibn Faydin x Mahrus Mis Asiil) a 2006 mare bred by Jennifer Ligon and owned and competed by Mary Fields in endurance.
DB Al Magid, (Aswad Khayal x DB Minna) 2008 Desert Arabian owned by Krista Foyston and competed in endurance.
The Drinkers of the Wind Award program is a high-point award program for the original equine athletes of the Arabian desert. The award is committed to breeding in the tradition of the Bedouin, honoring the Desert Arabian as athlete, performer and competitor, and recognizing the Desert Arabian in a wide array of performance disciplines, including English, Dressage, Driving, Eventing, Hunter, Western, Competitive Trail, Endurance, and Sport Horse Under Saddle.
For more information, see
Desertarabian.org.
The Institute for the Desert Arabian Horse announced that the 2014 Drinkers of the Wind Performance Challenge has been won by OT El Azrak (Raveon Ravenwood x OT Dysara RSI), one of Crockett Dumas' homebreds.
“Crockett Dumas is yet one more time demonstrating the wonderful abilities of our Desert Arabians by winning the Schimanski Trophy in our 2014 Drinkers of the Wind Challenge. Crockett and his Pritzlaff bred herd keep topping the list of our Drinkers winners proving that our modern Desert Arabians possess the same attributes as their ancestors did. We congratulate and commend Crockett for his continued efforts in breeding, conditioning and training, and competing these wonderful horses and hope that 2015 is yet another great year for him.”
Reserve Champion in the Top Ten Performance Desert Arabians in the US went to Frisia Mamuluk (Serenity Sharuf x Serenity Btmamluk), a 2005 gelding bred, trained and shown by Willemena DeBoer. “Willemena is using the blood stock of Hansi Heck in her program and she is having wonderful success with it. She has three horses competing in the Drinkers program and all are successful.”
Other Arabian endurance horses in the Top Ten were:
Frisia Shaheen, (Serenity Shahail x Serenity Arufa) bred by Willamena De Boer using Serenity bloodstock.
OT Rymoni GLY (Dymoniet x OT Rafisa RSI), owned by Troy and Clarie Eckard and bred by Crockett Dumas, for his Endurance wins.
OT Dyra Bataa RSI (Rave on Ravenwood x OT Dysara RSI) another of Crockett Dumas' homebreds making a wonderful showing in endurance.
Avalon Yasminah (Ibn Faydin x Mahrus Mis Asiil) a 2006 mare bred by Jennifer Ligon and owned and competed by Mary Fields in endurance.
DB Al Magid, (Aswad Khayal x DB Minna) 2008 Desert Arabian owned by Krista Foyston and competed in endurance.
The Drinkers of the Wind Award program is a high-point award program for the original equine athletes of the Arabian desert. The award is committed to breeding in the tradition of the Bedouin, honoring the Desert Arabian as athlete, performer and competitor, and recognizing the Desert Arabian in a wide array of performance disciplines, including English, Dressage, Driving, Eventing, Hunter, Western, Competitive Trail, Endurance, and Sport Horse Under Saddle.
For more information, see
Desertarabian.org.
Canadian Endurance Riders Kick-off New Year in Top Gear
Horse-canada.com
January 15, 2015 | 0 comments
by: Equine Canada
At the CEI Greenway Gallivant held in Dunnellon, Fla., Jan. 1–3, 2015, Canadians earned great finish times in the CEI 1* 80 km and CEI 2* 120 km races.
In the CEI2* 120 km race held on Jan. 2, Wendy MacCoubrey of St. Justine de Newton, Que., finished in a time of 7:58:42 for fourth place out of 12 starters riding Agils Golden Indy (Agil x aglayla) , Lynda Townsend’s eight-year-old Canadian Arabian gelding.
Yvette Vinton, a member of 2014 World Equestrian Games team, of Morriston, Fla., rode Teese ( ZT Ali Baba x Samtyr), her 15-year-old Arabian gelding, to an eighth place finish (5:54:34 ) in the CEI1* 80 km race held Jan. 2.
On Jan. 3, Robert Gielen of Flesherton, Ont., was third (5:23:00) in the CEI1* 80km race riding Vegas, his 10-year-old Arabian gelding sired by Haffir El Rimal. Vinton and DJB Kid Stars (Las Starsnstripes x El Paso), her 12-year-old Arabian gelding, finished in 12th place in a time of 7:41:20.
http://www.horse-canada.com/horse-news/canadian-endurance-riders-kick-off-new-year-in-top-gear/
January 15, 2015 | 0 comments
by: Equine Canada
At the CEI Greenway Gallivant held in Dunnellon, Fla., Jan. 1–3, 2015, Canadians earned great finish times in the CEI 1* 80 km and CEI 2* 120 km races.
In the CEI2* 120 km race held on Jan. 2, Wendy MacCoubrey of St. Justine de Newton, Que., finished in a time of 7:58:42 for fourth place out of 12 starters riding Agils Golden Indy (Agil x aglayla) , Lynda Townsend’s eight-year-old Canadian Arabian gelding.
Yvette Vinton, a member of 2014 World Equestrian Games team, of Morriston, Fla., rode Teese ( ZT Ali Baba x Samtyr), her 15-year-old Arabian gelding, to an eighth place finish (5:54:34 ) in the CEI1* 80 km race held Jan. 2.
On Jan. 3, Robert Gielen of Flesherton, Ont., was third (5:23:00) in the CEI1* 80km race riding Vegas, his 10-year-old Arabian gelding sired by Haffir El Rimal. Vinton and DJB Kid Stars (Las Starsnstripes x El Paso), her 12-year-old Arabian gelding, finished in 12th place in a time of 7:41:20.
http://www.horse-canada.com/horse-news/canadian-endurance-riders-kick-off-new-year-in-top-gear/
Wednesday, January 14, 2015
January's Endurance Day on Horses In The Morning with Karen Chaton
Horses in the Morning - Listen!
January 13 2015
HITM for 01-13-2015 – Endurance Day – Portable Tow Truck, Photonic Therapy, Pre-Purchase Exams
Endurance Day with Karen Chaton opens with a look at the portable tow truck and a look at cool Cashel gear from The Distance Depot. Next up Donnis Thran enlightens us about The Massage Light and photonic light therapy. Rounding out the show Dr. Julie Bullock talks about pre-purchase exams. Listen in...
Horses in the Morning Radio show
January 13 2015
HITM for 01-13-2015 – Endurance Day – Portable Tow Truck, Photonic Therapy, Pre-Purchase Exams
Endurance Day with Karen Chaton opens with a look at the portable tow truck and a look at cool Cashel gear from The Distance Depot. Next up Donnis Thran enlightens us about The Massage Light and photonic light therapy. Rounding out the show Dr. Julie Bullock talks about pre-purchase exams. Listen in...
Horses in the Morning Radio show
Thursday, January 08, 2015
Meet new horse friends at PNER - Endurance Rides Convention
Thereflector.com - Full Article
January 7 2015
Annual event will be held Jan. 30-31
Area horse enthusiasts who enjoy trail riding, enjoy riding in new areas, like camping with their horse and feel like hanging out with like-minded people and talking about horses will likely be interested in the upcoming Endurance Rides Convention.
This year, the annual convention, put on by Pacific Northwest Endurance Rides, will be held Fri.-Sat., Jan. 30-31, at the Portland Airport Sheraton Hotel, 8235 NE Airport Way, Portland. The public is welcome to attend all events.
Started back in the early 1970s, the convention will offer:
• A class to allow participants to learn how to use their Garmin GPS for tracking while riding on the trails.
• A Yoga for Riders class.
• Roundtable discussions about how to pack a vet bag, trailering to rides, etc.
• A class on the balanced rider, and more...
Read more here:
http://www.thereflector.com/horse_corral/article_1228dfb0-95e6-11e4-b230-9f7eea7351b6.html
January 7 2015
Annual event will be held Jan. 30-31
Area horse enthusiasts who enjoy trail riding, enjoy riding in new areas, like camping with their horse and feel like hanging out with like-minded people and talking about horses will likely be interested in the upcoming Endurance Rides Convention.
This year, the annual convention, put on by Pacific Northwest Endurance Rides, will be held Fri.-Sat., Jan. 30-31, at the Portland Airport Sheraton Hotel, 8235 NE Airport Way, Portland. The public is welcome to attend all events.
Started back in the early 1970s, the convention will offer:
• A class to allow participants to learn how to use their Garmin GPS for tracking while riding on the trails.
• A Yoga for Riders class.
• Roundtable discussions about how to pack a vet bag, trailering to rides, etc.
• A class on the balanced rider, and more...
Read more here:
http://www.thereflector.com/horse_corral/article_1228dfb0-95e6-11e4-b230-9f7eea7351b6.html
Monday, January 05, 2015
Ella N Fires Jane Doe Repeats as 2014 AERC National BC winner
January 5 2015
Ella N Fires Jane Doe repeated her 2013 feat as the AERC 2014 National Best Condition Award winner. Owned by Lori Windows, of Wyanet, Illinois, the half-Arabian, half-Saddlebred 13-year-old mare also won the 2014 War Mare Award (based on the most overall placing points accrued by the same mare/rider team during one season), and the duo also topped the Midwest Regional Best Condition division.
For all the year-end AERC standings, see:
http://www.aerconline.org/erol/Points%5Cdefault.asp
Ella N Fires Jane Doe repeated her 2013 feat as the AERC 2014 National Best Condition Award winner. Owned by Lori Windows, of Wyanet, Illinois, the half-Arabian, half-Saddlebred 13-year-old mare also won the 2014 War Mare Award (based on the most overall placing points accrued by the same mare/rider team during one season), and the duo also topped the Midwest Regional Best Condition division.
For all the year-end AERC standings, see:
http://www.aerconline.org/erol/Points%5Cdefault.asp
Saturday, December 20, 2014
AERC: Catch the Wave of Endurance Clinics
AERC.orgWith the wave of Endurance 101 clinics gaining momentum among AERC volunteers with the goal of attracting new members and to help ‘newbie’ riders move up in distance, AERC.org has created an “Endurance Clinics” page on its website. The page lists upcoming Endurance clinics, and gives information on holding Endurance Clinics for the beginner to more experienced riders who seek mentorship.
“Endurance 101” is mainly for ‘newbies’ to endurance; “Endurance 201” clinics are more hands-on, and often have mounted demos with a mock endurance ride and vet check. “Beyond the Basics” clinics are “to help riders get through the ‘sophomore slump,’” this who want to increase their level of performance in the sport.
AERC promo materials, and PowerPoint modules are available for those putting on endurance clinics.
For more information, see:
http://www.aerc.org/Endurance_Clinics.aspx
Friday, December 19, 2014
Time to Renew your AERC Membership for 2015
RENEW for 2015! You are welcome to renew online or by phone (866-271-2372). There are changes to the rule book, so 2015 membership cards will be mailed with rule books by late October. Ask about our 2-year membership, available only to those who call the office to renew.
RENEW FOR TWO! Members can renew for 2015 & 2016 for $145 (first member) and $95 additional adult members. Here is the 2015 & 2016 AERC Membership Form for you to fill out and mail in with a check or fax in with a CC#.
http://www.aerc.org/Temp/2015_16Membership.pdf
RENEW FOR TWO! Members can renew for 2015 & 2016 for $145 (first member) and $95 additional adult members. Here is the 2015 & 2016 AERC Membership Form for you to fill out and mail in with a check or fax in with a CC#.
http://www.aerc.org/Temp/2015_16Membership.pdf
Thursday, December 18, 2014
USEF Issues Joint Injection, Shock Wave Withdrawal Times
Thehorse.com
Edited Press Release
Nov 26, 2014
Effective Dec. 1 and for the 2015 competition year, the United States Equestrian Federation (USEF) has implemented withdrawal practices following intra-articular (within the joint) injections and shock wave therapy.
The withdrawal practices are the result of rule changes passed at the USEF Annual Meeting in January 2014.
For intra-articular injections a four-day withdrawal time from competition has been instituted, while a three-day withdrawal from competition for shock wave therapy has been implemented.
Additionally, for the 2015 competition year, the USEF has created an online medication report form for therapeutic administration of forbidden substances, which is available online.
For more information about the USEF Drugs and Medications Program, visit https://www.usef.org/_IFrames/Drugs/Default.aspx.
Edited Press Release
Nov 26, 2014
Effective Dec. 1 and for the 2015 competition year, the United States Equestrian Federation (USEF) has implemented withdrawal practices following intra-articular (within the joint) injections and shock wave therapy.
The withdrawal practices are the result of rule changes passed at the USEF Annual Meeting in January 2014.
For intra-articular injections a four-day withdrawal time from competition has been instituted, while a three-day withdrawal from competition for shock wave therapy has been implemented.
Additionally, for the 2015 competition year, the USEF has created an online medication report form for therapeutic administration of forbidden substances, which is available online.
For more information about the USEF Drugs and Medications Program, visit https://www.usef.org/_IFrames/Drugs/Default.aspx.
Wednesday, December 17, 2014
AERC Director-At-Large Results
DIRECTOR-AT-LARGE election results are in: In alphabetical order, here are the directors who will be sworn in (or re-sworn in) at the 2015 AERC convention: Tom Bache, Olin Balch DVM, Randy Eiland, Susan Garlinghouse DVM, Terry Woolley Howe, Mollie Krumlaw-Smith, Mike Maul, Christoph Schork.
Monday, December 15, 2014
Effort equestrian Holly Corcoran strives for world-class standing
Poconorecord.com - Full Article
By Wayne Witkowski
Pocono Record Writer
Posted Dec. 14, 2014
It’s the dream of every serious competitor: to be in an international arena representing the United States.
Holly Corcoran of Effort has carried that dream for the past nine years in equestrian endurance riding and got a taste of it recently when she returned from Brazil after participating in a 100-mile (160-kilometer) endurance race on a provided horse. She has five Arabian breeds of her own at home, the overwhelming horse of choice in this brand of competition.
With the season’s reversed and countries south of the equator in the thick of the summer season, Corcoran opted out of the race before her horse could have with a serious case of dehydration. Veterinarians are on site at stages during endurance riding competitions to see if the animals are fit to go on in the one-day event.
A certified public accountant by profession, Corcoran shared her stories at the weekly Wednesday meeting of the Kiwanis Club of the Stroudsburgs, and feels she and her horses are ready for a chance at the big international stage for the first time when they participate in qualifiers for one of the five spots (and one alternate) on the American team in the Pan American Endurance Games that take place in Toronto next August. Those selections will be determined in endurance trials at Biltmore Estates in Asheville, North Carolina in May...
- See more at: http://www.poconorecord.com/article/20141214/NEWS/141219633/101101/NEWS#sthash.pgutipvT.dpuf
By Wayne Witkowski
Pocono Record Writer
Posted Dec. 14, 2014
It’s the dream of every serious competitor: to be in an international arena representing the United States.
Holly Corcoran of Effort has carried that dream for the past nine years in equestrian endurance riding and got a taste of it recently when she returned from Brazil after participating in a 100-mile (160-kilometer) endurance race on a provided horse. She has five Arabian breeds of her own at home, the overwhelming horse of choice in this brand of competition.
With the season’s reversed and countries south of the equator in the thick of the summer season, Corcoran opted out of the race before her horse could have with a serious case of dehydration. Veterinarians are on site at stages during endurance riding competitions to see if the animals are fit to go on in the one-day event.
A certified public accountant by profession, Corcoran shared her stories at the weekly Wednesday meeting of the Kiwanis Club of the Stroudsburgs, and feels she and her horses are ready for a chance at the big international stage for the first time when they participate in qualifiers for one of the five spots (and one alternate) on the American team in the Pan American Endurance Games that take place in Toronto next August. Those selections will be determined in endurance trials at Biltmore Estates in Asheville, North Carolina in May...
- See more at: http://www.poconorecord.com/article/20141214/NEWS/141219633/101101/NEWS#sthash.pgutipvT.dpuf
Saturday, December 13, 2014
Endurance Day on Horses In The Morning with Karen Chaton
Horses in the Morning - Listen!
December 9 2014 2014
Endurance Day with Karen Chaton opens with several helpful hints for riding in cold wet weather. Next up we hear the heart warming story of two gals who got to be friends through their shared love of endurance riding and now share something truly amazing. Rounding out the show Susie Schomburg goes over the latest AERC rule changes. Listen in...
Horses in the Morning Radio show
December 9 2014 2014
Endurance Day with Karen Chaton opens with several helpful hints for riding in cold wet weather. Next up we hear the heart warming story of two gals who got to be friends through their shared love of endurance riding and now share something truly amazing. Rounding out the show Susie Schomburg goes over the latest AERC rule changes. Listen in...
Horses in the Morning Radio show
Wednesday, December 10, 2014
Arabian Horse Association Announces 2014 Distance Horse of the Year Award Recipient
Arabianhorses.org
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE:
December 01, 2014
Arabian Horse Association Announces 2014 Distance Horse of the Year Award Recipient
(01-December-14 – AURORA, CO) – Arabian horses are known for their endurance, their beauty, and their ability to be versatile and strong. The Arabian Distance horse is no different and the Arabian Horse Association's (AHA) Distance Horse of the Year award recognizes these attributes and the significant accomplishments of an Arabian, Half-Arabian or Anglo-Arabian horse in the distance sports each year. This year, with an impressive field of nominees, only one could be selected and the honor of this prestigious award was given to GF Brazils Envy.
Distance is the name and high mileage is this horse's game. Owned and ridden by Ann Kratochvil of Ridgecrest, Calif., GF Brazils Envy has been competing in American Endurance Ride Conference (AERC) rides for nine years. Kratochvil is an accomplished rider herself, logging over 23,000 endurance miles, but considers Envy to be the best horse she has ever owned.
During her nine years of competition, Envy completed an unprecedented total of 8,560 miles and still has more rides to compete in before the 2014 year is through. Envy's impressive mileage career is as follows: in 2006, she completed 155 miles; in 2007, she completed 505 miles; in 2008, 950 miles; in 2009, 1,200 miles; in 2010, she completed 850 miles; in 2011, she completed 1,220 miles; in 2012, 1,690 miles; in 2013, 1,015 miles; and at the time of his nomination, Envy had completed 1,020 miles in 2014.
While high mileage is important for this award recipient, Envy has other monumental accolades. Having received 12 first place finishes, 105 Top Ten awards and 15 best Condition Awards, Envy has shown that she is not only fit and fast, but also a horse with a huge heart. Owner Ann Kratochvil and Carla Richardson believe these were just some of the many reasons Envy was deserving of the nomination and win.
AHA would like to congratulate GF Brazils Envy on her many accomplishments and her winning of this coveted award.
This year, the AHA Award Sub-Committee comprised of the Awards, AHA Distance Ride Commission and Distance Ride Committee chairs and two at-large Distance Committee members, had the distinguished task of reviewing ten nominees for the AHA Distance Horse of the Year award. They had a tough decision to make, with an impressive field of nominees.
AHA would like to congratulate all of the 2014 Distance Horse of the Year Award nominees: Amigo Rissar+, Awesomes Fire N Ice, Belesema Finalia, Cashin In, Davanna Tom Cat, MMF Thunders Echo+/, Sea Dragon, Sizedoesntmatter and Wyntez Buddy. Each of these horses were deserving nominees and AHA wishes them luck in 2015.
- See more at: http://secure.arabianhorses.org/apps/index.cgi?page=pressrel&prid=281#sthash.6t9X0HFz.dpuf
Contact: AHA
303-696-4500
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE:
December 01, 2014
Arabian Horse Association Announces 2014 Distance Horse of the Year Award Recipient
(01-December-14 – AURORA, CO) – Arabian horses are known for their endurance, their beauty, and their ability to be versatile and strong. The Arabian Distance horse is no different and the Arabian Horse Association's (AHA) Distance Horse of the Year award recognizes these attributes and the significant accomplishments of an Arabian, Half-Arabian or Anglo-Arabian horse in the distance sports each year. This year, with an impressive field of nominees, only one could be selected and the honor of this prestigious award was given to GF Brazils Envy.
Distance is the name and high mileage is this horse's game. Owned and ridden by Ann Kratochvil of Ridgecrest, Calif., GF Brazils Envy has been competing in American Endurance Ride Conference (AERC) rides for nine years. Kratochvil is an accomplished rider herself, logging over 23,000 endurance miles, but considers Envy to be the best horse she has ever owned.
During her nine years of competition, Envy completed an unprecedented total of 8,560 miles and still has more rides to compete in before the 2014 year is through. Envy's impressive mileage career is as follows: in 2006, she completed 155 miles; in 2007, she completed 505 miles; in 2008, 950 miles; in 2009, 1,200 miles; in 2010, she completed 850 miles; in 2011, she completed 1,220 miles; in 2012, 1,690 miles; in 2013, 1,015 miles; and at the time of his nomination, Envy had completed 1,020 miles in 2014.
While high mileage is important for this award recipient, Envy has other monumental accolades. Having received 12 first place finishes, 105 Top Ten awards and 15 best Condition Awards, Envy has shown that she is not only fit and fast, but also a horse with a huge heart. Owner Ann Kratochvil and Carla Richardson believe these were just some of the many reasons Envy was deserving of the nomination and win.
AHA would like to congratulate GF Brazils Envy on her many accomplishments and her winning of this coveted award.
This year, the AHA Award Sub-Committee comprised of the Awards, AHA Distance Ride Commission and Distance Ride Committee chairs and two at-large Distance Committee members, had the distinguished task of reviewing ten nominees for the AHA Distance Horse of the Year award. They had a tough decision to make, with an impressive field of nominees.
AHA would like to congratulate all of the 2014 Distance Horse of the Year Award nominees: Amigo Rissar+, Awesomes Fire N Ice, Belesema Finalia, Cashin In, Davanna Tom Cat, MMF Thunders Echo+/, Sea Dragon, Sizedoesntmatter and Wyntez Buddy. Each of these horses were deserving nominees and AHA wishes them luck in 2015.
- See more at: http://secure.arabianhorses.org/apps/index.cgi?page=pressrel&prid=281#sthash.6t9X0HFz.dpuf
Contact: AHA
303-696-4500
Tuesday, December 09, 2014
Reed Donates Filly for NASTR Fundraiser
NASTR.org
December 9 2014
The Nevada All-State Trail Riders are pleased to announce the 2015 NASTR Trails Fundraiser Auction featuring TR My Surprise. This beautiful 2012 Arabian filly has been donated by Terryl A Reed. Thank you Terryl for you generosity and support of equestrian trails.
TR MY SURPRISE- AHR*663030 is sired by COWBBOY BOB x HR AFLAME. COWBBOY BOB is the 2014 Virginia City 100 Mile Ride Best Condition winner. Dam is BOLD ROSE, a SANSKRIT daughter. BOLD ROSE is also the dam of TR MAVERIC who was the 2009 Virginia City 100 mile ride winner, TR JACKPOT, and TR JJAG, successful endurance horses.
Final bids will be taken at the Nevada Derby 50 mile AERC ride held on April 4, 2015, where SURPRISE will be on site. Watch for more photos and details about the NASTR Fundraiser Auction.
For more information, see
http://nastr.org/
Monday, December 08, 2014
John Parke and Remington: AERC’s First Double Decade Team
December 8 2014John Parke and his 2013 AERC Hall of Fame horse Remington became AERC’s only Double Decade team when they completed the Death Valley Warmup 50-mile ride on December 6, having completed a 50 mile ride for twenty years in a row.
The 26-year-old, 13.3-hand Icelandic pony, elected to AERC’s Hall of Fame for 2013, has 11,405 miles and is 11th on the all-time AERC mileage list. Park and Remington were also AERC’s Pard’ners Award winners in 2006.
“This was a beautiful ride in the high desert through the Joshua Trees with a view of snow capped Olancha Peak in the Sierras,” Parke said. “We finished under the full moon. It was a good day.”
Message from New President of Western States Trail Foundation
by Tony Benedetti
Being new to the job of President of the Western States Trail Foundation, I am just trying to get my foot up in the stirrup. WSTF has much to do each year, and this year is no different. Besides putting on that little event called Tevis, a few of the WSTF projects include working with the American River Conservancy to protect 10,000 acres for recreational use just west of the Granite Chief Wilderness Area, working with the USFS to continue the development of the Chickenhawk trail head, continually maintaining the WSTF trail, and many other projects. All of this is after the work WSTF did in conjunction with other groups reconstructing the Swinging Bridge that was destroyed in the American Fire in 2013.
My success as president will be largely due to the hard work of the members of the Board of Governors. Already this new fiscal year, planning and work has begun or continues on the projects I just mentioned. There are also many volunteers that work continuously on these projects who are not on the Board of Governors. I would like to introduce the new officers for the WSTF for 2014-15; Barbara White and Steve Hallmark as Vice Presidents, Shellie Hatfield as Treasurer, and Debby Lyon as Secretary. We'd also like to welcome Carrie Ellinwood to the Board of Governors this year.
I am honored to be President of the WSTF and will do what I can to continue the legacy of what we call Tevis.
Tony Benedetti
President
Western States Trail Foundation
http://teviscup.org/
Being new to the job of President of the Western States Trail Foundation, I am just trying to get my foot up in the stirrup. WSTF has much to do each year, and this year is no different. Besides putting on that little event called Tevis, a few of the WSTF projects include working with the American River Conservancy to protect 10,000 acres for recreational use just west of the Granite Chief Wilderness Area, working with the USFS to continue the development of the Chickenhawk trail head, continually maintaining the WSTF trail, and many other projects. All of this is after the work WSTF did in conjunction with other groups reconstructing the Swinging Bridge that was destroyed in the American Fire in 2013.
My success as president will be largely due to the hard work of the members of the Board of Governors. Already this new fiscal year, planning and work has begun or continues on the projects I just mentioned. There are also many volunteers that work continuously on these projects who are not on the Board of Governors. I would like to introduce the new officers for the WSTF for 2014-15; Barbara White and Steve Hallmark as Vice Presidents, Shellie Hatfield as Treasurer, and Debby Lyon as Secretary. We'd also like to welcome Carrie Ellinwood to the Board of Governors this year.
I am honored to be President of the WSTF and will do what I can to continue the legacy of what we call Tevis.
Tony Benedetti
President
Western States Trail Foundation
http://teviscup.org/
Saturday, December 06, 2014
Marine Completes 3000-Mile Cross Country Ride
Facebook.com - Camp Pendleton ScoutMatt Littrell, a Marine veteran, completed a cross-country horseback ride from Camp Lejeune, North Carolina to Camp Pendleton, California on Nov. 30.
He calls the nearly 3,000 mile ride "The Long Trail Home" and made the journey to raise awareness for veterans that are suffering from PTSD.
“I didn’t really want to do this ride; however, I woke up one day and knew that I just had to do it. We’re losing 22 of our brothers and sisters every day and I was almost one of them," said Littrell. "I am doing this for them.”
Littrell started with his horse’s hoofs in the Atlantic Ocean and 2,800 miles later finished with them in the Pacific Ocean. He started on May 1 and rode 20 miles a day until completing the journey on November 30.
Littrell is an Elbert, Colorado native and served as an infantryman with Golf Co., 2nd Battalion, 5th Marine Regiment from 2001 to 2005.
More:
https://www.facebook.com/244860127876/photos/a.308325997876.151385.244860127876/10152550613607877/?type=1&theater
Monday, December 01, 2014
17-year-old Fire Mt Destiny Reaches 7000 Miles
December 1 2014Merri Melde-Endurance.net
Following in the hoof prints of his legendary sire Sierra Fadwah +/, Gina Hall’s 17-year-old gelding Fire Mt Destiny reached 7000 AERC endurance miles this weekend in the Gold Rush Shuffle in California.
Destiny was in “Beast Mode!” Hall said. “Beast Mode is right!!” said daughter Carolyn Meier, who rode with her mom Hall. “At 17 with 7,000 miles he was jigging coming into the finish!”
Destiny also reached a major milestone this year in becoming only the 5th horse to get his 1000-mile buckle in the Virginia City 100. That was also Destiny’s 20th 100-mile ride completion.
Fire Mt Destiny’s sire Sierra Fadwah +/ was the first endurance stallion to reach the 7000-mile mark. He entered the AERC Hall of Fame in 1992, and he retired in 1994 at age 21 with a total of 7280 miles over 87 rides without a single pull.
For a story on Fire Mt Destiny and Gina Hall before this year’s Virginia City 100, see
http://merritravels.endurance.net/2014/04/destination-virginia-city-100-gina-hall.html
Tevis: Welcome Back Swinging Bridge!
Swinging Bridge Rehabilitation
Put a fork in it, we're done! The Swinging Bridge is finally back in business! The bridge, which spans the North Fork of the Middle Fork of the American River at the base of the Devil's Thumb climb, has been restored and brought back from the ashes following the 2013 American Fire. This was accomplished jointly with USFS employees and WStrail.org volunteers. The USFS did a stellar job in getting the bridge done exactly one year after the American Fire was contained.
Job well done!
Put a fork in it, we're done! The Swinging Bridge is finally back in business! The bridge, which spans the North Fork of the Middle Fork of the American River at the base of the Devil's Thumb climb, has been restored and brought back from the ashes following the 2013 American Fire. This was accomplished jointly with USFS employees and WStrail.org volunteers. The USFS did a stellar job in getting the bridge done exactly one year after the American Fire was contained.
Job well done!
Saturday, November 29, 2014
GF Brazils Envy is 2014 AHA Distance Horse of the Year
The Purebred Arabian mare GF Brazils Envy is the 2014 Arabian Horse Association Distance Horse of the Year. She is owned by Ann Kratochvil of California, and was bred by Jim and Cindy Gromelski of Colorado. GF Brazils Envy has competed in Endurance since 2006 and has 8625 lifetime miles.
Congratulations Ann!
Wednesday, November 26, 2014
Western States Trail Foundation Holiday Party
Join us for the annual Western States Trail Foundation Holiday Party!
Saturday, December 13th
5:30-11:30 pm
Elks Lodge, 195 Pine St.
Auburn, CA
Full Bar--Dinner Buffet--Dessert
$40 per person
Dress in your best Western Wear
Raffle Prizes: 2015 Ride Entries, including Tevis
Music and Dancing
Please RSVP by sending a check and number of guests to the WSTF Office:
150 A Gum Lane, #103
Auburn, CA 95603
See Teviscup.org for more information.
After 12/10, please RSVP by phone: 530-823-7282.
Saturday, December 13th
5:30-11:30 pm
Elks Lodge, 195 Pine St.
Auburn, CA
Full Bar--Dinner Buffet--Dessert
$40 per person
Dress in your best Western Wear
Raffle Prizes: 2015 Ride Entries, including Tevis
Music and Dancing
Please RSVP by sending a check and number of guests to the WSTF Office:
150 A Gum Lane, #103
Auburn, CA 95603
See Teviscup.org for more information.
After 12/10, please RSVP by phone: 530-823-7282.
Thursday, November 20, 2014
AERC Reaffirms Open Endurance Records
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE:
AERC RECORDS TO REMAIN OPEN
Date: November 2014
Membership in the American Endurance Ride Conference has always meant more to its members than just riding in long distance competitions. The organization supports trail building and maintenance, horse welfare through veterinary research and education, as well as tracking rider and equine mileage and points for its 700 endurance competitions held annually across the U.S. and Canada.
The nonprofit organization, and its 26-member board of directors, recently learned how much free access to rider and equine history meant to the organization’s nearly 5,000 riders, and a generation of past endurance riders. This fall, AERC’s board passed a proposal to make rider and horse endurance ride history available only to current members, via a computer log-in at the organization’s website, www.aerc.org.
Non-members have always been able to participate in AERC rides by paying a $15 day member fee for each ride, and their ride records had been accessible online.
But once the records became member-only, the outcry from endurance riders, past and present, as well as breeders of endurance horses, was immediate and vocal, and the board unanimously voted just recently to rescind their earlier decision.
Open access allows the public to check out records of some amazing endurance riders, like Dave Rabe of Nevada, who recently became AERC’s highest-mileage rider, with more than 60,500 miles in competitions of 50 miles or longer – that amount of miles is the equivalent of two and a half trips around the world!
AERC’s 2015 ride season begins on December 1, 2014, and the organization welcomes interested riders to contact the office, 866-271-2372, for a free informational packet about endurance riding.
AERC projects currently underway designed to encourage growth and stability for AERC include: hiring a marketing contractor to increase AERC's brand awareness; a mentor program for new endurance riders; educational clinics for new and intermediate riders; more educational videos available on AERC's YouTube channel; an updated website; and a program to recruit new ride managers.
Contact: Troy Smith
American Endurance Ride Conference
www.aerc.org
endurancenews@foothill.net
866-271-2372, 530-823-2260
AERC RECORDS TO REMAIN OPEN
Date: November 2014
Membership in the American Endurance Ride Conference has always meant more to its members than just riding in long distance competitions. The organization supports trail building and maintenance, horse welfare through veterinary research and education, as well as tracking rider and equine mileage and points for its 700 endurance competitions held annually across the U.S. and Canada.
The nonprofit organization, and its 26-member board of directors, recently learned how much free access to rider and equine history meant to the organization’s nearly 5,000 riders, and a generation of past endurance riders. This fall, AERC’s board passed a proposal to make rider and horse endurance ride history available only to current members, via a computer log-in at the organization’s website, www.aerc.org.
Non-members have always been able to participate in AERC rides by paying a $15 day member fee for each ride, and their ride records had been accessible online.
But once the records became member-only, the outcry from endurance riders, past and present, as well as breeders of endurance horses, was immediate and vocal, and the board unanimously voted just recently to rescind their earlier decision.
Open access allows the public to check out records of some amazing endurance riders, like Dave Rabe of Nevada, who recently became AERC’s highest-mileage rider, with more than 60,500 miles in competitions of 50 miles or longer – that amount of miles is the equivalent of two and a half trips around the world!
AERC’s 2015 ride season begins on December 1, 2014, and the organization welcomes interested riders to contact the office, 866-271-2372, for a free informational packet about endurance riding.
AERC projects currently underway designed to encourage growth and stability for AERC include: hiring a marketing contractor to increase AERC's brand awareness; a mentor program for new endurance riders; educational clinics for new and intermediate riders; more educational videos available on AERC's YouTube channel; an updated website; and a program to recruit new ride managers.
Contact: Troy Smith
American Endurance Ride Conference
www.aerc.org
endurancenews@foothill.net
866-271-2372, 530-823-2260
2015 AERC Rule Changes
AERC.orgThe following changes, effective 12/1/14, have been adopted by vote of the AERC Board of Directors.
• Equines must be 6 years of age (72 mo.) to start a one-day 100 mile ride. (Rule 3.1)
• Equines must have a body condition score between 3 and 8 to start an AERC ride. (3.4)
• All AERC rides, both limited distance and endurance, must have at least one check- point and hold. (2.1.7)
• Please carefully read over rule 2.1.6.2 and 6.2.1-6.2.1.1, detailing changes to the time to meet criteria.
• An initial triage and treatment plan must be in place for all AERC rides. (Sanction Form)
• Recovery pulse rate at the finish is lowered from 68 bpm to 64 bpm (although that may be raised in documented extreme weather conditions). (6.2.1.2)
• Low-dose omeprazole (at the preventive dosage of 1 mg/kg/day) will be allowable. It is still prohibited to use omeprazole at the full 4 mg/kg/day “treatment” dose at any time during competition. (Drug Rule Appendices)
For more information see:
AERC.org
Wednesday, November 19, 2014
McCamey Kimbler Wins 2014 USEF Youth Sportsman’s Award
John Nation Photo USEFNetwork.com
RELEASE: November 17, 2014
AUTHOR/ADMINISTRATOR: USEF Communications Department
Lexington, Ky. – The United States Equestrian Federation (USEF) is pleased to announce McCamey Kimbler as the winner of the 2014 USEF Youth Sportsman’s Award. The USEF Youth Sportsman's Award is designed to identify potential future leaders in the equine industry and provides an opportunity for the USEF to recognize outstanding youth members for their achievements. An international endurance rider from Aberdeen, S.D., Kimbler was nominated by the American Endurance Ride Conference (AERC).
The 18-year-old high school senior grew up with horses and has been competing in endurance for several years, training her horses herself. Within the last few years, she has been ranked in the top five in the USEF Endurance Junior/Young Rider Standings and the top ten in the FEI Young Riders World Endurance Ranking. In 2012, she was awarded the Brunjes Junior/Young Rider Trophy and received a USEF High School Equestrian Athlete Program grant. Kimbler was the youngest rider named to the USEF Long List for the 2012 Longines FEI World Endurance Championships. The following year, she competed in the Tom Quilty Gold Cup race in Australia and the Pan American Endurance Championship in Uruguay. In 2014, she finished the Tevis Cup, a challenging 100 mille one-day trail ride.
Outside of her competitive success, Kimbler has been involved with many equestrian programs. She has held leadership roles in the equestrian industry, including liaising between the USEF and AERC and serving as Regional Youth Director and Vice President for the Arabian Horse Youth Association. Additionally, Kimbler is involved with her local 4-H group and was a member of the winning team at the 2012 Horse Quiz Bowl State Championship.
A student of Central High School, Kimbler is the President of the Student Senate and the State Student Council Secretary. The National Honor Society member also participates in Freshman Orientation, the debate team, and the cross country team, while maintaining a 3.837 GPA on a weighted scale. Kimbler plans to attend college and dental school.
Kimbler will receive a commemorative trophy, a $1,000 grant to the educational program of her choice, and a lifetime membership to USEF, valued at $2,500.
The reserve overall winner of the USEF Youth Sportsman’s Award is Elizabeth Traband (Centre Hall, Pa.), nominated by the United States Hunter Jumper Association. She will receive a $500 grant.
The other national nominees were:
Madeline Backus, Larkspur, Colo. (United States Eventing Association)
Sydney Collier, Ann Arbor, Mich. (United States Para-Equestrian Association)
Jessica Fan, Lake Jackson, Texas (United States Dressage Federation)
Connor Farley, Waverly, W.Va. (Western Dressage Association of America)
Malu Foley, Cedar Crest, N.M. (American Vaulting Association)
Rachel Frieman, Los Angeles, Calif. (International Andalusian Lusitano Horse Association)
Micah Furr, Salisbury, N.C. (Paso Fino Horse Association)
Reggie Glover, Weimar, Texas (American Driving Society)
Margo Goldfarb, Franklin, Tenn. (American Connemara Pony Society)
Melissa Heres, Aragon, Ga. (American Saddlebred Horse Association)
Emma Lemke, Franklin, Tenn. (Welsh Pony and Cob Society of America)
Ryan Melendez, Temecula, Calif. (Arabian Horse Association)
Anaiah Richter, Murrieta, Calif. (International Friesian Show Horse Association)
For more information on the USEF Youth Sportsman's Award, please contact Jennifer Mellenkamp, Director, National Breed/Discipline Affiliates, at jmellenkamp@usef.org or (859) 225-6955.
Tuesday, November 18, 2014
Endurance.net's Book of the Month: Riding the Milky Way
ww.endurance.net/market/bookstore/by Babette Gallard, October 2006
On the warm spring day when Babette Gallard and Paul Chinn decided to ride 1600 kilometres along the St James Way to Santiago de Compostela in Spain, he had never ridden before, she had only ever ridden under duress, their horses had yet to be found and the dog was a passing whim they were trying to forget. "Riding the Milky Way" tells the story of their journey. The humans were broke, burnt-out and vaguely hoping that early retirement would save their health and sanity. The horses were plucked off the equine scrap heap in France and still grappling with their new roles as something between mount and mountain goat. The dog was doing his best to understand why he was there. This inspiring, amusing and informative book sweeps the reader along with each member as he or she, horse or dog, progresses step by step towards a goal that has become more than just Santiago. The author not only explains how to avoid the pitfalls they encountered but also tells the reader what is expected of riders making this ancient pilgrimage. Packed with sketches and photographs, this book will inspire even the most timid traveller, while also giving practical guidance for someone wanting to do a similar journey. Finally, it is much more than just a good read. It is an excellent, if sometimes irreverent, guide to the legendary St James Way.
Saturday, November 15, 2014
Endurance Rider Donates Kidney
November 12 2014
by Deb Moe
A truly selfless and courageous act of generosity and faith is happening today. Cathe Cheesebrow is receiving a life-saving kidney transplant, donated from her friend Janet Hedding Sarver. I have received word that the surgeries have gone well.
Most of you won't know these ladies. They met, as most of us have, through a love of riding distance horses. Their friendship grew even closer last year when both decided to ride 50's together. Cathe and her pistol of a mare, LB, even went on to win a top 5 AERC award.
Last fall, Cathe's health began to decline and she was diagnosed with kidney disease. I don't know the specifics, but I do know that the doctors told her it was likely she'd be on dialysis within a year. I don't need to remind anyone what that means.
Early this summer, Cathe got the news she was on the waiting list for a kidney transplant and although that was good news, the wait times can be several years. Cathe's positive attitude was inspiring.
Once Cathe announced she was on the wait list, Janet secretly began her own journey, as she calls it. She took the questionnaires and passed. She took preliminary screenings and passed. She came to realize she might actually be a match and decided then and there she would do this for her friend. She said on her FB page "From the very first blood test to the CT scan to the wonderful team at the U of M Donor program it has all been a bit of a whirlwind. So many times I had to give up all control to God and rest my mind from the unknown details."
One can only imagine the tears that were shed when Cathe learned Janet was the closest to being a match over everyone else that had tried.
In late October, they learned that Janet was in fact a very good match. The surgeries were scheduled asap because (God Dammit!) they were going to be back on horses in the spring!
As another friend said, this a friendship, developed from the love of horses, that turned into a gift of life.
I know they wouldn't want the attention, but this story is too uplifting to not share. It exemplifies just how wonderful this endurance family is.
Be well Cathe and Janet. Ride on.
*Nov 14 Update - Both Cathe and Janet are doing well!*
by Deb Moe
A truly selfless and courageous act of generosity and faith is happening today. Cathe Cheesebrow is receiving a life-saving kidney transplant, donated from her friend Janet Hedding Sarver. I have received word that the surgeries have gone well.
Most of you won't know these ladies. They met, as most of us have, through a love of riding distance horses. Their friendship grew even closer last year when both decided to ride 50's together. Cathe and her pistol of a mare, LB, even went on to win a top 5 AERC award.
Last fall, Cathe's health began to decline and she was diagnosed with kidney disease. I don't know the specifics, but I do know that the doctors told her it was likely she'd be on dialysis within a year. I don't need to remind anyone what that means.
Early this summer, Cathe got the news she was on the waiting list for a kidney transplant and although that was good news, the wait times can be several years. Cathe's positive attitude was inspiring.
Once Cathe announced she was on the wait list, Janet secretly began her own journey, as she calls it. She took the questionnaires and passed. She took preliminary screenings and passed. She came to realize she might actually be a match and decided then and there she would do this for her friend. She said on her FB page "From the very first blood test to the CT scan to the wonderful team at the U of M Donor program it has all been a bit of a whirlwind. So many times I had to give up all control to God and rest my mind from the unknown details."
One can only imagine the tears that were shed when Cathe learned Janet was the closest to being a match over everyone else that had tried.
In late October, they learned that Janet was in fact a very good match. The surgeries were scheduled asap because (God Dammit!) they were going to be back on horses in the spring!
As another friend said, this a friendship, developed from the love of horses, that turned into a gift of life.
I know they wouldn't want the attention, but this story is too uplifting to not share. It exemplifies just how wonderful this endurance family is.
Be well Cathe and Janet. Ride on.
*Nov 14 Update - Both Cathe and Janet are doing well!*
Friday, November 14, 2014
Modern Mustangs and Mustangers Do the Distance
Frankhopkins.com - Full Article
Compiled by Beverley J. Davis
It might seem like the accomplishments of Hidalgo and his kind are now a part of the past, something we only find in books and movies. But modern Mustangs and Mustangers are carrying on the old traditions and proving their mettle in this age of mechanized transportation and supersonic speeds. And in this world of flash and glamour, where the motto is bigger is better, the small Indian ponies of old, who carried the US mail from St. Joseph, Missouri to Sacramento, California, who followed the war trails with Quanah Parker and Chief Joseph, and taught the US cavalry that size had nothing to do with stamina and heart, are still hitting the trails and going the distance.
Finding a starting place for this journey is not an easy one, but since we must start somewhere, I’ll jump in with the tale Mal de Ojo and Indio Blanco. In the early 1970s, two young adventurers named Nathan and Elly Foote started out of Argentina with the intention of riding across North and South America on their Argentine Criollos, a breed closely related to the Spanish mustang. Unfortunately at the Texas border two of their horses died in quarantine due to a faulty drug administered by the USDA. It might have been the end of the journey, but Gilbert Jones, a Spanish mustang breeder from Oklahoma stepped up and offer them two of his horses, Mal de Ojo and Indio Blanco. Right away the mustangs proved themselves to be as tough and loyal as the horses that they had lost, carrying their new owners from the Rio Grande all the way to Alaska. Elly Foote said that these tough adventurers spent their last years in the green pastures of Burns Lake, British Columbia, Canada. No doubt a well-earned reward.
In the world of competitive trail riding, there are two prominent organizations, The AERC, American Endurance Ride Conference, and the NATRC, North American Trail Ride Conference, both of which has regional rides and accumulates points accordingly.
In 1989, Chief Yellow Fox, owned by Kim Kingsley and a descendent of SMR 3 Yellow Fox, one of the foundation sires of the Spanish Mustang Registry and Horse of Americas, competed in the AERC and won the Jim Jones Award for the most miles, 1450 in the 1989 season. The previous year he had gone 800 miles in 17 rides...
Read more here:
http://www.frankhopkins.com/endurance.html
Compiled by Beverley J. Davis
It might seem like the accomplishments of Hidalgo and his kind are now a part of the past, something we only find in books and movies. But modern Mustangs and Mustangers are carrying on the old traditions and proving their mettle in this age of mechanized transportation and supersonic speeds. And in this world of flash and glamour, where the motto is bigger is better, the small Indian ponies of old, who carried the US mail from St. Joseph, Missouri to Sacramento, California, who followed the war trails with Quanah Parker and Chief Joseph, and taught the US cavalry that size had nothing to do with stamina and heart, are still hitting the trails and going the distance.
Finding a starting place for this journey is not an easy one, but since we must start somewhere, I’ll jump in with the tale Mal de Ojo and Indio Blanco. In the early 1970s, two young adventurers named Nathan and Elly Foote started out of Argentina with the intention of riding across North and South America on their Argentine Criollos, a breed closely related to the Spanish mustang. Unfortunately at the Texas border two of their horses died in quarantine due to a faulty drug administered by the USDA. It might have been the end of the journey, but Gilbert Jones, a Spanish mustang breeder from Oklahoma stepped up and offer them two of his horses, Mal de Ojo and Indio Blanco. Right away the mustangs proved themselves to be as tough and loyal as the horses that they had lost, carrying their new owners from the Rio Grande all the way to Alaska. Elly Foote said that these tough adventurers spent their last years in the green pastures of Burns Lake, British Columbia, Canada. No doubt a well-earned reward.
In the world of competitive trail riding, there are two prominent organizations, The AERC, American Endurance Ride Conference, and the NATRC, North American Trail Ride Conference, both of which has regional rides and accumulates points accordingly.
In 1989, Chief Yellow Fox, owned by Kim Kingsley and a descendent of SMR 3 Yellow Fox, one of the foundation sires of the Spanish Mustang Registry and Horse of Americas, competed in the AERC and won the Jim Jones Award for the most miles, 1450 in the 1989 season. The previous year he had gone 800 miles in 17 rides...
Read more here:
http://www.frankhopkins.com/endurance.html
Thursday, November 13, 2014
Endurance Day on Horses in the Morning with Dianna Chapek and Tim Worden
Horses in the Morning - Listen!
November 11 2014
Endurance Day with Karen Chaton opens with a great app for dog lovers and how to respond to the alarm universal to all equestrians; "loose horse"! Guests Dianna Chapek and Tim Worden chat about the future of the AERC. Listen in...
Horses in the Morning Radio show
November 11 2014
Endurance Day with Karen Chaton opens with a great app for dog lovers and how to respond to the alarm universal to all equestrians; "loose horse"! Guests Dianna Chapek and Tim Worden chat about the future of the AERC. Listen in...
Horses in the Morning Radio show
Tuesday, November 04, 2014
How Many Trips To The Well? Insights From A Sleep-Deprived Ride Manager
EnduranceInstrospection Blog - Full Story
by Patti Stedman
October 5 2014
Being an AERC Ride Manager has its challenges.
Chiropractors from all over will soon be summoned as those who have taken it on nod in near-violent agreement.
There are so many reasons we throw in the towel, permanently or temporarily, or contemplate doing so.
Perhaps writing about it all after a weekend of only a smattering of sleep is unwise. I recognize that I’m exhausted, and on an emotional tidal wave, teary and touched with joy and gratitude, then frustrated by the “why do we do this?” moments that every Ride Manager knows all too well.
Ride management means worrying. Over the course of the last ten days I’ve worried over the following: Too many entries (since we have a limited camp size), too few entries (since a horrible forecast and the usual attrition meant they were dropping like flies in the seventy-two hours before the ride), the weather (which I’ve learned I can do nothing about but fret over nonetheless), my newbie riders, having enough food and lodging for all of my volunteers and riders and the others who pop by for a free meal (I didn’t, but a last minute grocery run fixed that), the interstate construction near our ride camp, whether the trail markings would stay up (many didn’t), the last minute porta-potty charge from the Park, and the condition of our trails (which like most, are not made better by a deluge of rain)...
Read more here:
http://enduranceintrospection.com/how-many-trips-to-the-well-insights-from-a-sleep-deprived-ride-manager/
by Patti Stedman
October 5 2014
Being an AERC Ride Manager has its challenges.
Chiropractors from all over will soon be summoned as those who have taken it on nod in near-violent agreement.
There are so many reasons we throw in the towel, permanently or temporarily, or contemplate doing so.
Perhaps writing about it all after a weekend of only a smattering of sleep is unwise. I recognize that I’m exhausted, and on an emotional tidal wave, teary and touched with joy and gratitude, then frustrated by the “why do we do this?” moments that every Ride Manager knows all too well.
Ride management means worrying. Over the course of the last ten days I’ve worried over the following: Too many entries (since we have a limited camp size), too few entries (since a horrible forecast and the usual attrition meant they were dropping like flies in the seventy-two hours before the ride), the weather (which I’ve learned I can do nothing about but fret over nonetheless), my newbie riders, having enough food and lodging for all of my volunteers and riders and the others who pop by for a free meal (I didn’t, but a last minute grocery run fixed that), the interstate construction near our ride camp, whether the trail markings would stay up (many didn’t), the last minute porta-potty charge from the Park, and the condition of our trails (which like most, are not made better by a deluge of rain)...
Read more here:
http://enduranceintrospection.com/how-many-trips-to-the-well-insights-from-a-sleep-deprived-ride-manager/
AERC Juniors Can Apply for Anne Ayala Scholarship
November 4 2014
AERC Juniors and Young Riders in good standing from their high school senior year through age 21 are invited to apply for the 2015 Anne Ayala Junior Scholarship. Applicants must have a minimum of 500 AERC lifetime miles, and an unweighted GPA of at least 3.0.
One scholarship of $1000 will be awarded, paid directly to the school and credited to your tuition.
Applicants will, in 1000 words total, write an essay answering specific questions about endurance riding and their personal experiences.
Applications must be received by January 7, 2015, and the recipient will be announced at the AERC convention in Reno, Nevada March 6-7, 2015.
For an application, see
http://aerc.org/Temp/2015Scholarship.pdf
AERC Juniors and Young Riders in good standing from their high school senior year through age 21 are invited to apply for the 2015 Anne Ayala Junior Scholarship. Applicants must have a minimum of 500 AERC lifetime miles, and an unweighted GPA of at least 3.0.
One scholarship of $1000 will be awarded, paid directly to the school and credited to your tuition.
Applicants will, in 1000 words total, write an essay answering specific questions about endurance riding and their personal experiences.
Applications must be received by January 7, 2015, and the recipient will be announced at the AERC convention in Reno, Nevada March 6-7, 2015.
For an application, see
http://aerc.org/Temp/2015Scholarship.pdf
Sunday, November 02, 2014
National horse endurance race here
Dailytribune.net - Full Article
October 30 2014
By ANNETTE WHITE Tribune Staff Writer
The American Endurance Ride Conference kicked off its national championship event yesterday at the Priefert sales hangar.
The endurance race, which features the top riders and horses from across the nation, began Thursday at 6 a.m. with a 100-mile race and will wrap up Saturday with a 50-mile circuit.
“The 100-mile circuit is tough,” Michael Campbell, president of AERC, said. “They not only have to go that distance, but they have to complete it within 24 hours.”
Campbell said riders and horses train extensively for these races.
“This isn’t necessarily about who necessarily comes out first, but who finishes,” Campbell said. “The AERC motto says it all, to finish is to win.”
Racers from each circuit can expect to take home prizes for completing the race, while the winner will claim the national champion trophy...
Read more here:
http://www.dailytribune.net/news/national-horse-endurance-race-here/article_dc111442-6098-11e4-b703-d7651d29bf9a.html
October 30 2014
By ANNETTE WHITE Tribune Staff Writer
The American Endurance Ride Conference kicked off its national championship event yesterday at the Priefert sales hangar.
The endurance race, which features the top riders and horses from across the nation, began Thursday at 6 a.m. with a 100-mile race and will wrap up Saturday with a 50-mile circuit.
“The 100-mile circuit is tough,” Michael Campbell, president of AERC, said. “They not only have to go that distance, but they have to complete it within 24 hours.”
Campbell said riders and horses train extensively for these races.
“This isn’t necessarily about who necessarily comes out first, but who finishes,” Campbell said. “The AERC motto says it all, to finish is to win.”
Racers from each circuit can expect to take home prizes for completing the race, while the winner will claim the national champion trophy...
Read more here:
http://www.dailytribune.net/news/national-horse-endurance-race-here/article_dc111442-6098-11e4-b703-d7651d29bf9a.html
2014 AERC National Championships
http://www.endurance.net/international/USA/2014AERCNC/100 Mile Champion: Lisa Green and Amana Tabi
50 Mile Champion: Windsor Mundy and Kharismas Grace
Lisa Green and Amana Tabi won the AERC 100 mile National Championship on October 30 at the Priefert Ranch in Mt Pleasant, Texas. Amana Tabi also won the Best Condition award.
Windsor Mundy and Kharismas Grace won the AERC 50 mile National Championship on November 1. "Grace" received High Vet Score, and 7th place finishers, Gunnar Frank and Trinity won Best Condition. The following are partial unofficial finishers:
AERC 100 Miles
1st - Lisa Green and Amana Tabi
2nd - Vicki Roden and Jolly Juice
3rd - Gunnar Frank and Ansata
4th - Alanna Frank and Ramses Mr Midnight
AERC 50 miles
1 Windsor Mundy and Kharismas Grace - High Vet Score
2 Cameron Holtzer and Kong
3 Alisija Granger and Dixieland Dude
4 Megan Dunn and Mandys Gold
5 Verena Stock and King Tiki
6 Charlotte Baca and TFR Rafa Ibn Soheir
7 Gunnar Frank and Trinity - Best Condition
8 Marcelle Himanka and Oliver Swift
9 Claude Brewer and Hal Bents Miracl
More will be posted when available at:
http://www.endurance.net/international/USA/2014AERCNC/
Wednesday, October 29, 2014
James “Jim” Helfter, 72, Sherrard, Ill
KCHANEWS.com - Full Article
James “Jim” Helfter, age 72, of Sherrard, Illinois, died Sunday, October 26, 2014, at Trinity Hospital in Rock Island, Illinois.
Funeral services will be held at 11:30 a.m. Saturday, November 1, 2014, at the Champion-Bucheit Funeral Home in Osage, Iowa, with Pastoral Minister Annette Uker officiating. Burial will be in St. Peter’s Cemetery in New Haven, Iowa. Visitation will be from 10:30 to 11:30 a.m. Saturday at Champion-Bucheit Funeral Home.
Jim was born June 6, 1942, in Osage, Iowa, the son of John and Merna (Coonradt) Helfter. He graduated from St. Mary’s Academy in New Haven in 1960. On December 30, 1988, he married Gwen Eileen Pike in Cedar Falls, Iowa. Jim worked at Martin Marietta in Colorado. He was currently CEO of Helfter Enterprises, Inc. in Osco, Illinois, in the field of customized organic feed animal supplements. He was a member of the American Endurance Riders Association and the Upper Midwest Endurance and Competitive Riders Association...
Read more here:
http://kchanews.com/2014/10/28/james-jim-helfter-72-sherrard-ill/
James “Jim” Helfter, age 72, of Sherrard, Illinois, died Sunday, October 26, 2014, at Trinity Hospital in Rock Island, Illinois.
Funeral services will be held at 11:30 a.m. Saturday, November 1, 2014, at the Champion-Bucheit Funeral Home in Osage, Iowa, with Pastoral Minister Annette Uker officiating. Burial will be in St. Peter’s Cemetery in New Haven, Iowa. Visitation will be from 10:30 to 11:30 a.m. Saturday at Champion-Bucheit Funeral Home.
Jim was born June 6, 1942, in Osage, Iowa, the son of John and Merna (Coonradt) Helfter. He graduated from St. Mary’s Academy in New Haven in 1960. On December 30, 1988, he married Gwen Eileen Pike in Cedar Falls, Iowa. Jim worked at Martin Marietta in Colorado. He was currently CEO of Helfter Enterprises, Inc. in Osco, Illinois, in the field of customized organic feed animal supplements. He was a member of the American Endurance Riders Association and the Upper Midwest Endurance and Competitive Riders Association...
Read more here:
http://kchanews.com/2014/10/28/james-jim-helfter-72-sherrard-ill/
Woman Battles Stage 4 Breast Cancer, Shares Story of Hope
KEYT.com - Full Article
Santa Ynez Valley woman surpasses two year life expectancy
Meredith Garofalo, KEYT - KCOY - KKFX Meteorologist & Reporter, meredith.garofalo@keyt.com
October 29 2014
SANTA YNEZ, Calif. -
Two years ago, 34-year-old Lora Wereb and her horse, Merlin. were an unlikely pair.
"I never thought I'd love a horse," Wereb recalled.
But their paths crossed after this Santa Ynez Valley woman was diagnosed with stage 4 breast cancer.
"They found it throughout my chest, through my liver, up my neck," Wereb said. "It was everywhere. Everywhere but my bones, which was the best news I could have gotten."
Wereb was thrown into a whirlwind of chemotherapy, seven different surgeries, and many different medications. In addition, she received a terrible life expectancy.
"You're given six months to two years sometimes," she said.
It was a very scary moment for both Lora and her boyfriend, Bryan Snyder.
"I guess my reaction was, I guess, to hope for the best you know?" Snyder said. "Because it's just a big question mark."
However, it was hope that kept her from giving up and help from a four legged friend...
Read more here:
http://www.keyt.com/news/woman-battles-stage-4-breast-cancer-shares-story-of-hope/29386004
Santa Ynez Valley woman surpasses two year life expectancy
Meredith Garofalo, KEYT - KCOY - KKFX Meteorologist & Reporter, meredith.garofalo@keyt.com
October 29 2014
SANTA YNEZ, Calif. -
Two years ago, 34-year-old Lora Wereb and her horse, Merlin. were an unlikely pair.
"I never thought I'd love a horse," Wereb recalled.
But their paths crossed after this Santa Ynez Valley woman was diagnosed with stage 4 breast cancer.
"They found it throughout my chest, through my liver, up my neck," Wereb said. "It was everywhere. Everywhere but my bones, which was the best news I could have gotten."
Wereb was thrown into a whirlwind of chemotherapy, seven different surgeries, and many different medications. In addition, she received a terrible life expectancy.
"You're given six months to two years sometimes," she said.
It was a very scary moment for both Lora and her boyfriend, Bryan Snyder.
"I guess my reaction was, I guess, to hope for the best you know?" Snyder said. "Because it's just a big question mark."
However, it was hope that kept her from giving up and help from a four legged friend...
Read more here:
http://www.keyt.com/news/woman-battles-stage-4-breast-cancer-shares-story-of-hope/29386004
Friday, October 24, 2014
Survivor Run honors breast cancer survivors
Canfield.vindy.com - Full Article
October 24 2014
By ABBY SLANKER
neighbors@vindy.com
Life-long horse enthusiast Megan Hruska of Canfield wanted to honor breast cancer survivors, including her mother, in the way she knew best - with a Survivor Run consisting of a 12.5 mile clinic ride to help spread awareness of early breast cancer detection and to get others involved in her mother’s passion for riding.
The Survivor Run took place at Buckeye Horse Park on Oct. 11.
Hruska’s mother, Sallie Sullivan, was diagnosed last October with first stage breast cancer...
- See more at: http://canfield.vindy.com/news/2014/oct/24/survivor-run-honors-breast-cancer-surviv/#sthash.HZExsSXd.dpuf
October 24 2014
By ABBY SLANKER
neighbors@vindy.com
Life-long horse enthusiast Megan Hruska of Canfield wanted to honor breast cancer survivors, including her mother, in the way she knew best - with a Survivor Run consisting of a 12.5 mile clinic ride to help spread awareness of early breast cancer detection and to get others involved in her mother’s passion for riding.
The Survivor Run took place at Buckeye Horse Park on Oct. 11.
Hruska’s mother, Sallie Sullivan, was diagnosed last October with first stage breast cancer...
- See more at: http://canfield.vindy.com/news/2014/oct/24/survivor-run-honors-breast-cancer-surviv/#sthash.HZExsSXd.dpuf
Wednesday, October 22, 2014
Endurance.net's Book of the Month: The Lighter Side of Endurance Riding
http://www.endurance.net/market/bookstore/
by Angie McGhee (Jan 1, 2006)
If you haven't read this book already, it's about time you did!
From one of the funniest story tellers on horseback, Angie looks at endurance riding like nobody else can.
"The only thing that might force you to put this book down before reading it cover to cover is the laughter induced, side splitting stomach ache you will experience within a few paragraphs. A must for everyone who has ever loved, and been confused by, horses and riding. Barbara White"
2015 Dates and Location Announced for Adequan/FEI North American Junior & Young Rider Championships Presented by Gotham North
USEFNetwork.comRELEASE: October 16, 2014
AUTHOR/ADMINISTRATOR: Mark Coley
Lexington, Ky. - The Organizing Committee of the 2015 Adequan/FEI North American Junior & Young Rider Championships (NAJYRC) presented by Gotham North is pleased to announce the dates and location of the 2015 Championships.
Returning to the Kentucky Horse Park, the best Junior and Young Rider competitors from North America will compete for prestigious Team and Individual medals July 14-19, 2015. With unwavering support, Adequan will mark its fifth consecutive year as title sponsor of the event.
“We are very excited to be returning to the beautiful Kentucky Horse Park next summer,” said USEF CEO Chris Welton. “NAJYRC is an important Championship for the future of equestrian sport, giving many top riders their first experiences in international competition. The wonderful support of Adequan, Gotham North, and all of our sponsors make the event possible.”
Supporting the only FEI multi-discipline Championship held annually in North America, NAJYRC is lucky to have a long list of dedicated sponsors, which include: Gotham North, SmartPak, U.S. Hunter Jumper Association, U.S. Dressage Federation, U.S. Eventing Association, Equine Canada, and the Federación Ecuestre Mexicana. For a full list of NAJYRC sponsors and to learn more about partnership opportunities, please visit www.youngriders.org.
To get involved with NAJYRC please contact Mark Coley at mcoley@usef.org.
Sunday, October 19, 2014
Raffle Horse at 2014 Old Dominion on October 25
Olddominionrides.org
Time is running out to buy tickets for Kaptivant CS a 2009 gelding, donated by Asgard Arabians for 2014 Old Dominion endurance ride fundraiser. The drawing will be the weekend of October 25. Raffle information can be found at www.olddominionrides.org/raffle.html. Raffle tickets are available at all OD endurance rides and clinics, and from any of the OD Board Members at any time. Contributions towards the raffle are tax deductible - please make checks payable to the Old Dominion Endurance Ride, Inc (a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization.) The winning ticket is pulled at the final OD ride of the year. Winners need not be present to win. Tickets are $10 each, or 5 for $40.
Need not be present to win, so all you riders looking for your next endurance horse, buy a ticket...... Or several. Cross country shipping really isn't that expensive and it's for a good cause. The Old Dominion club is a non-profit organization that puts on 3 endurance rides a year and one Ride and Tie.
The OD organization extends a very deep and appreciate thanks to Halldis and Tom Sayvetz of Asgard Arabians who have donated one of their purebred Arabian horses every year since 1998 to the Old Dominion organization as a raffle horse. Many of those raffle horses have gone on to have fabulous endurance careers with their happy owners with outstanding placings in AERC endurance rides.
Asgard Arabians also offers many outstanding horses for sale for endurance, show, and sporting disciplines. Several of Asgard horses are competing at the top endurance rides in the US and abroad, and also at the highest level of international FEI. Asgard Arabians is located in Sinks Grove, WV 24976. Telephone (304) 645-1670 to schedule an appointment.
For more information on OD or the Raffle Horse, see
http://www.olddominionrides.org/raffle.html
Time is running out to buy tickets for Kaptivant CS a 2009 gelding, donated by Asgard Arabians for 2014 Old Dominion endurance ride fundraiser. The drawing will be the weekend of October 25. Raffle information can be found at www.olddominionrides.org/raffle.html. Raffle tickets are available at all OD endurance rides and clinics, and from any of the OD Board Members at any time. Contributions towards the raffle are tax deductible - please make checks payable to the Old Dominion Endurance Ride, Inc (a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization.) The winning ticket is pulled at the final OD ride of the year. Winners need not be present to win. Tickets are $10 each, or 5 for $40.
Need not be present to win, so all you riders looking for your next endurance horse, buy a ticket...... Or several. Cross country shipping really isn't that expensive and it's for a good cause. The Old Dominion club is a non-profit organization that puts on 3 endurance rides a year and one Ride and Tie.
The OD organization extends a very deep and appreciate thanks to Halldis and Tom Sayvetz of Asgard Arabians who have donated one of their purebred Arabian horses every year since 1998 to the Old Dominion organization as a raffle horse. Many of those raffle horses have gone on to have fabulous endurance careers with their happy owners with outstanding placings in AERC endurance rides.
Asgard Arabians also offers many outstanding horses for sale for endurance, show, and sporting disciplines. Several of Asgard horses are competing at the top endurance rides in the US and abroad, and also at the highest level of international FEI. Asgard Arabians is located in Sinks Grove, WV 24976. Telephone (304) 645-1670 to schedule an appointment.
For more information on OD or the Raffle Horse, see
http://www.olddominionrides.org/raffle.html
Friday, October 17, 2014
Dave Rabe - AERC's Newest Highest Mileage Rider at 60,580 Miles
October 17 2014
At the October 10-12, 2014 Paunsaugunt XP endurance ride (also know as the Bryce Canyon XP), the accomplishments of AERC's newest highest-mileage rider at 60,580 miles, the incomparable Dave Rabe, were celebrated.
A party followed Saturday night's dinner, where fellow riders shared their comments about Dave around the campfire, and Annie Nicholson read Garrett Ford's tribute, "The Man With The +". "We all had a lump in our throat and tears in our eyes," Carla Richardson wrote afterwards. "Annie read it with a quivering voice."
Photographer Steve Bradley, who's been photographing Dave Rabe on endurance rides since at least 2007, presented Dave with a digital photo album of his rides (some are seen at the link below).
Informally known among many endurance riders as "The Ambassador of endurance riding", Dave is one of the most erudite, helpful, and selfless riders you can ever hope to share a mile of trail with, or have come to one of your rides, as he'll help you mark trails before the ride and unmark trails after the ride; and he'll stop at any time in the middle of a ride to help a fellow rider in need. He'll even jump your truck in ridecamp if you run the battery down, or help fix a flat, or he'll glue your Easyboots on.
He's most recognizable for his tradition of wearing shorts, no matter the weather. He's usually got a tank top on, though if it's snowing, he'll throw on a windbreaker and maybe a pair of gloves. He was elected to the AERC Hall of Fame in 2009, and was National Mileage Champion in 2010.
Overcoming a serious traumatic brain injury in December of 2012 when coming off a bucking horse, after surgery, a long hospitalization, and rehab, he returned to the endurance saddle (on the same horse that bucked him off) in June of 2013, with a helmet, and he hasn't looked back.
And Dave Rabe still has many more miles to go.
Steve Bradley Photos:
https://picasaweb.google.com/112590388649341553131/DaveRabeBySteveBradley102014
or slide show:
At the October 10-12, 2014 Paunsaugunt XP endurance ride (also know as the Bryce Canyon XP), the accomplishments of AERC's newest highest-mileage rider at 60,580 miles, the incomparable Dave Rabe, were celebrated.
A party followed Saturday night's dinner, where fellow riders shared their comments about Dave around the campfire, and Annie Nicholson read Garrett Ford's tribute, "The Man With The +". "We all had a lump in our throat and tears in our eyes," Carla Richardson wrote afterwards. "Annie read it with a quivering voice."
Photographer Steve Bradley, who's been photographing Dave Rabe on endurance rides since at least 2007, presented Dave with a digital photo album of his rides (some are seen at the link below).
Informally known among many endurance riders as "The Ambassador of endurance riding", Dave is one of the most erudite, helpful, and selfless riders you can ever hope to share a mile of trail with, or have come to one of your rides, as he'll help you mark trails before the ride and unmark trails after the ride; and he'll stop at any time in the middle of a ride to help a fellow rider in need. He'll even jump your truck in ridecamp if you run the battery down, or help fix a flat, or he'll glue your Easyboots on.
He's most recognizable for his tradition of wearing shorts, no matter the weather. He's usually got a tank top on, though if it's snowing, he'll throw on a windbreaker and maybe a pair of gloves. He was elected to the AERC Hall of Fame in 2009, and was National Mileage Champion in 2010.
Overcoming a serious traumatic brain injury in December of 2012 when coming off a bucking horse, after surgery, a long hospitalization, and rehab, he returned to the endurance saddle (on the same horse that bucked him off) in June of 2013, with a helmet, and he hasn't looked back.
And Dave Rabe still has many more miles to go.
Steve Bradley Photos:
https://picasaweb.google.com/112590388649341553131/DaveRabeBySteveBradley102014
or slide show:
Thursday, October 16, 2014
Idaho Endurance Riders Participate in Horsemanship Clinic
October 12 2014Six endurance riders and a possible recruit attended a 3-day "Foundations and Beyond Horsemanship" clinic by clinician Ted Nicholes of Parma, Idaho. Up to a dozen others audited the clinic. The clinic was held over October 10-12 at the Teeter Ranch, basecamp for many endurance rides in the area.
Participants and their horses spent the first day learning ground work, and the next two days were practice at both ground work and riding exercises. Nicholes also demonstrated round penning on day 3 with an unbroken 2-year-old filly owned by Teeter.
Nicholes' clinics are designed to help the rider make her horse a better, safer, more willing partner. His goal is that everyone leaves with a good bunch of tools (exercises) which they have learned to use well and which increase their safety and their confidence with their horses.
A colt starting clinic is likely to happen at the Teeter ranch in the spring.
For more information on Ted Nicholes, see
http://www.foundationsandbeyondhorsemanship.blogspot.com/
Photos:
https://picasaweb.google.com/112590388649341553131/TedNicholesFoundationsAndBeyondHorsemanshipClinicIdaho1012142014
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