November 11 2015
I am sorry to let you know that we again will have to cancel the Warner Springs Ride which was on the calendar for January 2016. As requested last year by the ranch management, I contacted them regarding this year’s event and was informed that the renovations are way behind schedule and they have only now gotten the golf course and golf grill open. They have only done some preliminary work on the main portion of the ranch and do not have any permits which would allow them to hold any events at this time. We will try again for next year.
Terry Woolley-Howe
Wednesday, 11 November 2015
Monday, 26 October 2015
SE: Broxton Bridge: USA SE FEI Fundraiser
USA SE Fall Fundraiser Rides, November 6-7, 2015
25/50/75/100 Friday (CEI 1*2*3*) & 25/50/75 Saturday (CEI 1* 2*)
INTRODUCTORY RIDE EACH DAY!
Location: Broxton Bridge Plantation Broxton Bridge Plantation is located 7 miles south of Ehrhardt, SC on Hwy 601, 12 miles north of Hampton on Hwy 601 North and @ 25 miles from I95. GPS 1685 Broxton Bridge Road or N32.59.989 W81.03.121 From the north, exit 57 off of I95. www.broxtonbridge.com/directions.htm - Call 803-267-3882. From the south, most people get off I95 at exit 38 and drive north to Hampton. Cell service is marginal!
Trails: All trails are groomed hard and soft sand shaded primarily by pines and old growth hardwoods. There are plenty of water stops about every three miles on the trails and we’ll have hay at the water stops on the later loops.
Camping/Stabling/Corrals: Covered corrals and corral panels are available. Covered corrals are $20 per night (LIMITED NUMBER AVAILABLE MUST PAY IN ADVANCE) and four-panel corrals are $9 per night. To reserve panels and covered corrals see the ride registration form. Reserve panels early as we may run out. Remember, each horse owner, trainer and/or rider is responsible for safe camping and restraint of their horses. We thank those of you who rake up all hay/manure and put it into blue tubs - sadly, some people do not clean up at all, and Broxton asks that we implement a clean up fee of $25 if you do not rake up hay/manure into piles and put into tubs. We are not the only group who loves this facility, so please help us keep it clean!
USEF: EVERY CLASS OFFERED HEREIN WHICH IS COVERED BY THE RULES AND SPECIFICATIONS OF THE CURRENT USEF RULE BOOK WILL BE CONDUCTED AND JUDGED IN ACCORDANCE THEREWITH.
Camping/RV Park and Lodging: To reserve an electric hook-up, see the ride reservation form. Full bath house on grounds. See http://www.broxtonbridge.com/trail.htm. Camp will open Thursday,November 5th at 10 am. Early arrival primitive camping for $15 per night is available for early arrivals or late departures. YOU CANNOT PRIMITIVE CAMP NEAR ELECTRIC HOOKUPS without paying for them. Historic lodges which are ON THE GROUNDS are $80 per room per night. LIMITED availability as we must lodge our officials. For ROOM reservations call Cheryl at 386-566-4820 email usaseendurance@gmail.com. Other lodging choices are Ehrhardt Hall 803-267-2020 or Days Inn Hampton 866-608-5966
Distances: AERC 25/50/75 mile rides each day with 100 on Friday– FEI CEI 80 km, 120 km Senior and JY each day plus 160 km on Friday. Introductory Rides each day! Athletes have 6 hours to complete the 25 miles (40 km), 12 hours to complete the 50 miles (80 km), 18 hours to complete the 75 miles (120 km) and 24 hours to complete the 100 mile (160 km) rides. Please see the FEI draft schedule for loop lengths and projected hold times for each phase.
Cancellations: Once you vet in, there are no refunds if you choose not to ride. If you should have to cancel before arriving on site, or did not vet in successfully, AERC entry fees will be refunded, minus the $20 (per day) non-refundable portion of your entry; however, no-shows/no-calls and withdrawals or pulls after crossing the start line will not receive any refunds. Meal tickets are non-refundable unless your ticket can be sold. Cancellations must be made directly to ride management. If a FEI horse does not successfully vet in, an office fee of $50 plus the USEF IHP & Drug fees must be paid. Refunds will be processed within 30 days after the ride. All people must pay any camping charges also.
Farrier and Vet Fees: Riders will be responsible for any individual farrier or vet services. Failure to pay any of these fees in a timely manner will result in any rider and/or owner not being welcome at future rides, and potential forfeiture of points and qualifications.
Junior Riders:Riders must be accompanied by an adult over 21 and wear an approved helmet. Everyone must wear a helmet when mounted.
Awards: Daily completion awards to all. Top Ten awards for all distances each day along with Best Condition for each distance. Junior & weight division prizes also!
Food: Each rider will receive two meals Thursday, Friday and/or Saturday nights. The Broxton Bridge Snack Shack will also be open for snacks on Thursday, Friday and Saturday, and Sunday morning.
Food: Each rider will receive two meals Thursday, Friday and/or Saturday nights. The Broxton Bridge Snack Shack will also be open for snacks on Thursday, Friday and Saturday, and Sunday morning.
Registration/Fees: All AERC ride applications with deposits received or postmarked on or before October 28 will not pay a late fee. A $20 deposit per day is required with entry and all signed waivers. For example, riding both days, deposit is $40. Riding one day, deposit is $20. There is a $15 fee charged for all competition riders who are not current members of AERC. Bad check fee of $50 – we can work payments with you as we understand cash flow but please ask in advance! On-site registration begins Thursday at noon. Vet in to follow around 2 pm for AERC. The entry fee includes camping for two nights. Early arrivals are welcome although you are responsible for additional primitive camping fees before Thursday night or after Saturday night, or if you are there more than 2 nights per ride. The fee is $15 so please be straight with us! The
AERC 25/50 are $125 for senior riders, $65 for AERC juniors. Other fees are on the registration webpage. The introductory ride includes meal and camping for $60. FEI fees are listed on the last page and you should send payment in full by 28 January.
Ride Management Team: Grace Ramsey, Ride Manager; Lynn Kenelly, Cheryl Van Deusen, Mary Farris, Ranger, Katherine Capps, Adelia Ramey, Pat Thomas, Carol Thompson, Nancy Gooch, Jo Steele (secretary), Mark Dial and other USA SE Volunteers, who we really appreciate as we could NOT do this without help! Please pitch in and help when you can!
Veterinarians: (Subject to change) HEAD VET: Dr. Nick Kohut, PA; Dr. Deanna Spiker, CA; Dr. Dee Dee Huff, KY; Dr. Dwight Hooten CO; Dr. Julia Wolfe, VA, Dr. Lynne Johnson, VA; Dr. Heather Caplan Brass, SC, Dr. Natalie Lamneck, FL.
For more information, see
http://broxtonbridge.com/usasefundraiser2015.htm?fb_ref=Default&fb_source=message
25/50/75/100 Friday (CEI 1*2*3*) & 25/50/75 Saturday (CEI 1* 2*)
INTRODUCTORY RIDE EACH DAY!
Location: Broxton Bridge Plantation Broxton Bridge Plantation is located 7 miles south of Ehrhardt, SC on Hwy 601, 12 miles north of Hampton on Hwy 601 North and @ 25 miles from I95. GPS 1685 Broxton Bridge Road or N32.59.989 W81.03.121 From the north, exit 57 off of I95. www.broxtonbridge.com/directions.htm - Call 803-267-3882. From the south, most people get off I95 at exit 38 and drive north to Hampton. Cell service is marginal!
Trails: All trails are groomed hard and soft sand shaded primarily by pines and old growth hardwoods. There are plenty of water stops about every three miles on the trails and we’ll have hay at the water stops on the later loops.
Camping/Stabling/Corrals: Covered corrals and corral panels are available. Covered corrals are $20 per night (LIMITED NUMBER AVAILABLE MUST PAY IN ADVANCE) and four-panel corrals are $9 per night. To reserve panels and covered corrals see the ride registration form. Reserve panels early as we may run out. Remember, each horse owner, trainer and/or rider is responsible for safe camping and restraint of their horses. We thank those of you who rake up all hay/manure and put it into blue tubs - sadly, some people do not clean up at all, and Broxton asks that we implement a clean up fee of $25 if you do not rake up hay/manure into piles and put into tubs. We are not the only group who loves this facility, so please help us keep it clean!
USEF: EVERY CLASS OFFERED HEREIN WHICH IS COVERED BY THE RULES AND SPECIFICATIONS OF THE CURRENT USEF RULE BOOK WILL BE CONDUCTED AND JUDGED IN ACCORDANCE THEREWITH.
Camping/RV Park and Lodging: To reserve an electric hook-up, see the ride reservation form. Full bath house on grounds. See http://www.broxtonbridge.com/trail.htm. Camp will open Thursday,November 5th at 10 am. Early arrival primitive camping for $15 per night is available for early arrivals or late departures. YOU CANNOT PRIMITIVE CAMP NEAR ELECTRIC HOOKUPS without paying for them. Historic lodges which are ON THE GROUNDS are $80 per room per night. LIMITED availability as we must lodge our officials. For ROOM reservations call Cheryl at 386-566-4820 email usaseendurance@gmail.com. Other lodging choices are Ehrhardt Hall 803-267-2020 or Days Inn Hampton 866-608-5966
Distances: AERC 25/50/75 mile rides each day with 100 on Friday– FEI CEI 80 km, 120 km Senior and JY each day plus 160 km on Friday. Introductory Rides each day! Athletes have 6 hours to complete the 25 miles (40 km), 12 hours to complete the 50 miles (80 km), 18 hours to complete the 75 miles (120 km) and 24 hours to complete the 100 mile (160 km) rides. Please see the FEI draft schedule for loop lengths and projected hold times for each phase.
Cancellations: Once you vet in, there are no refunds if you choose not to ride. If you should have to cancel before arriving on site, or did not vet in successfully, AERC entry fees will be refunded, minus the $20 (per day) non-refundable portion of your entry; however, no-shows/no-calls and withdrawals or pulls after crossing the start line will not receive any refunds. Meal tickets are non-refundable unless your ticket can be sold. Cancellations must be made directly to ride management. If a FEI horse does not successfully vet in, an office fee of $50 plus the USEF IHP & Drug fees must be paid. Refunds will be processed within 30 days after the ride. All people must pay any camping charges also.
Farrier and Vet Fees: Riders will be responsible for any individual farrier or vet services. Failure to pay any of these fees in a timely manner will result in any rider and/or owner not being welcome at future rides, and potential forfeiture of points and qualifications.
Junior Riders:Riders must be accompanied by an adult over 21 and wear an approved helmet. Everyone must wear a helmet when mounted.
Awards: Daily completion awards to all. Top Ten awards for all distances each day along with Best Condition for each distance. Junior & weight division prizes also!
Food: Each rider will receive two meals Thursday, Friday and/or Saturday nights. The Broxton Bridge Snack Shack will also be open for snacks on Thursday, Friday and Saturday, and Sunday morning.
Food: Each rider will receive two meals Thursday, Friday and/or Saturday nights. The Broxton Bridge Snack Shack will also be open for snacks on Thursday, Friday and Saturday, and Sunday morning.
Registration/Fees: All AERC ride applications with deposits received or postmarked on or before October 28 will not pay a late fee. A $20 deposit per day is required with entry and all signed waivers. For example, riding both days, deposit is $40. Riding one day, deposit is $20. There is a $15 fee charged for all competition riders who are not current members of AERC. Bad check fee of $50 – we can work payments with you as we understand cash flow but please ask in advance! On-site registration begins Thursday at noon. Vet in to follow around 2 pm for AERC. The entry fee includes camping for two nights. Early arrivals are welcome although you are responsible for additional primitive camping fees before Thursday night or after Saturday night, or if you are there more than 2 nights per ride. The fee is $15 so please be straight with us! The
AERC 25/50 are $125 for senior riders, $65 for AERC juniors. Other fees are on the registration webpage. The introductory ride includes meal and camping for $60. FEI fees are listed on the last page and you should send payment in full by 28 January.
Ride Management Team: Grace Ramsey, Ride Manager; Lynn Kenelly, Cheryl Van Deusen, Mary Farris, Ranger, Katherine Capps, Adelia Ramey, Pat Thomas, Carol Thompson, Nancy Gooch, Jo Steele (secretary), Mark Dial and other USA SE Volunteers, who we really appreciate as we could NOT do this without help! Please pitch in and help when you can!
Veterinarians: (Subject to change) HEAD VET: Dr. Nick Kohut, PA; Dr. Deanna Spiker, CA; Dr. Dee Dee Huff, KY; Dr. Dwight Hooten CO; Dr. Julia Wolfe, VA, Dr. Lynne Johnson, VA; Dr. Heather Caplan Brass, SC, Dr. Natalie Lamneck, FL.
For more information, see
http://broxtonbridge.com/usasefundraiser2015.htm?fb_ref=Default&fb_source=message
Wednesday, 30 September 2015
CT: Indian Territory
The 23rd Annual Indian Territory Endurance Ride is going to be one of the best rides in a long time! The trails were under water all summer but have dried out nicely and are free of clutter and debris. Link has brush hogged, cleared trail, and smoothed several treacherous spots while several of us have lopped and trimmed like crazy! The weather looks nice and the veterinarians are excited to be back out there.
The LD and 50 milers will start at 7:30 to take advantage of all the daylight hours. The last 50 is usually in with several hours to spare; this is an excellent first 50. You can also take advantage of the elevator option. There will be a pot luck once the last 50 miler is in off trail so bring your favorite dish to share.
Please let me know if you're coming. The flier is on the AERC and OCER sites with an entry provided for your convenience. (No need to pre-enter.) There is no camping fee but we are asking for an $8 donation for trail maintenance. Link and I rented a skid steer to clear the trail, brush hog, and fix the wooden bridge. The entry fee doesn't cover the cost of hauling that monstrosity the 150 miles round trip much less actually renting it. Thank you in advance for helping out with the trail maintenance.
We look forward to seeing you all next weekend at Blue Creek Campground on Lake Oologah!
for more info, see
http://aerc.org/static/rideFlyers/2015IT.pdf
The LD and 50 milers will start at 7:30 to take advantage of all the daylight hours. The last 50 is usually in with several hours to spare; this is an excellent first 50. You can also take advantage of the elevator option. There will be a pot luck once the last 50 miler is in off trail so bring your favorite dish to share.
Please let me know if you're coming. The flier is on the AERC and OCER sites with an entry provided for your convenience. (No need to pre-enter.) There is no camping fee but we are asking for an $8 donation for trail maintenance. Link and I rented a skid steer to clear the trail, brush hog, and fix the wooden bridge. The entry fee doesn't cover the cost of hauling that monstrosity the 150 miles round trip much less actually renting it. Thank you in advance for helping out with the trail maintenance.
We look forward to seeing you all next weekend at Blue Creek Campground on Lake Oologah!
for more info, see
http://aerc.org/static/rideFlyers/2015IT.pdf
Thursday, 24 September 2015
NE: AERC National Championship
100 Mile and 50 Mile Riders:
Still deciding whether to enter the 2015 AERC National Championship endurance ride to be hosted by Old Dominion Endurance at Orkney Springs, Virginia, October 8-10?
At this year’s NC, every rider entry will receive a 2015 AERC NC tote bag with sponsor products, such as a coupon for a FREE Becky Pearman portrait of your horse (to be taken at vet-in), Hammer Nutrition goody bag (for riders), Mane n’Tail (Straight Arrow Products), Dy's liquid bandage (Advanced Biological Concepts), Sep 2015 issue of Arabian Horse World, discount coupons (Riding Warehouse and Equissentials), and MORE.
For more information and entry forms, see
http://www.olddominionrides.org/2015NC.html
Still deciding whether to enter the 2015 AERC National Championship endurance ride to be hosted by Old Dominion Endurance at Orkney Springs, Virginia, October 8-10?
At this year’s NC, every rider entry will receive a 2015 AERC NC tote bag with sponsor products, such as a coupon for a FREE Becky Pearman portrait of your horse (to be taken at vet-in), Hammer Nutrition goody bag (for riders), Mane n’Tail (Straight Arrow Products), Dy's liquid bandage (Advanced Biological Concepts), Sep 2015 issue of Arabian Horse World, discount coupons (Riding Warehouse and Equissentials), and MORE.
For more information and entry forms, see
http://www.olddominionrides.org/2015NC.html
Monday, 14 September 2015
SW: Lead Follow or Get Out of My Way
Mark your calendar, just 2 short months away is the 5th Annual Lead Follow or Get Out of My Way Ride at McDowell Mountain Regional Park.
The ride will be held on Saturday November 14, 2015.
We will be offering AERC and AHA sanctioned 75, 50, 30 mile rides along with a 12 mile fun ride.
We have received several entries and some new riders so get your entries mailed. We do have a limit of 150 entries.
New this year we have added a 3rd Veterinarian to help speed up the vetting process. We are so lucky to have such a wonderful, knowledgeable and experienced team of Control Judges including Rick Poteste DVM, Bradley Scott Houser DVM, and Mark Anderson DVM.
Trail changes: McDowell Mt Park made some minor trail changes in Shallomo Wash so the trail is mostly out of the wash. We have made a minor change in the trail design which will result in less wash for all distances. Riders and horses will be very pleased with the improvements.
We are very fortunate once again to have local Equine Photographer Susan Kordish again to photograph our ride again this year. She has been a photographer for 21 years. Through the years she has learned to “see” through the lens and transform her images into the work of art they become. Susan does freelance work for a number of equine magazines and submits images to other magazines and online competitions. She also participates in juried gallery shows here in Arizona and shoots equestrian events. Susan has had two Endurance News covers since 2011. Susan’s ride photos can be viewed and purchased at www.azcowgirlphotography.com her email is cowgirlphotography@hughes.net. Susan Kordish PO Box 204 Skull Valley, AZ
Sponsors: Once again with our sponsors Renegade Hoof Boots “The World’s Highest Performing Hoof Boots, Made in the USA” we will be having a boot Raffle. Tickets will be available for purchase for $5.00 each or 6 for $25.00. The boot raffle will be Friday night after the ride meeting. For more information about Renegade Hoof Boots go to Renegadehoofboots.com
For entry and flyer go to http://aerc.org/static/rideFlyers/2015LeadFollowNovember.pdf
So get your entry in and come and enjoy a day at McDowell Mountain Park.
For more information please visit www.aerc.org or call 602-579-0130.
The ride will be held on Saturday November 14, 2015.
We will be offering AERC and AHA sanctioned 75, 50, 30 mile rides along with a 12 mile fun ride.
We have received several entries and some new riders so get your entries mailed. We do have a limit of 150 entries.
New this year we have added a 3rd Veterinarian to help speed up the vetting process. We are so lucky to have such a wonderful, knowledgeable and experienced team of Control Judges including Rick Poteste DVM, Bradley Scott Houser DVM, and Mark Anderson DVM.
Trail changes: McDowell Mt Park made some minor trail changes in Shallomo Wash so the trail is mostly out of the wash. We have made a minor change in the trail design which will result in less wash for all distances. Riders and horses will be very pleased with the improvements.
We are very fortunate once again to have local Equine Photographer Susan Kordish again to photograph our ride again this year. She has been a photographer for 21 years. Through the years she has learned to “see” through the lens and transform her images into the work of art they become. Susan does freelance work for a number of equine magazines and submits images to other magazines and online competitions. She also participates in juried gallery shows here in Arizona and shoots equestrian events. Susan has had two Endurance News covers since 2011. Susan’s ride photos can be viewed and purchased at www.azcowgirlphotography.com her email is cowgirlphotography@hughes.net. Susan Kordish PO Box 204 Skull Valley, AZ
Sponsors: Once again with our sponsors Renegade Hoof Boots “The World’s Highest Performing Hoof Boots, Made in the USA” we will be having a boot Raffle. Tickets will be available for purchase for $5.00 each or 6 for $25.00. The boot raffle will be Friday night after the ride meeting. For more information about Renegade Hoof Boots go to Renegadehoofboots.com
For entry and flyer go to http://aerc.org/static/rideFlyers/2015LeadFollowNovember.pdf
So get your entry in and come and enjoy a day at McDowell Mountain Park.
For more information please visit www.aerc.org or call 602-579-0130.
Monday, 31 August 2015
PS: Fall Descanso
October 10-11, 2015.
Ride Entry is Online!
15 mile intro ride & limited distance offered both days, 50 mile ride on Saturday. Ride and Tie on Sunday. Join us on Friday morning and stay until Sunday early afternoon!
All meals provided with entry. Friday/Saturday night catered dinner, Sat/Sun continental breakfast with coffee, hot chocolate, fruit & donuts, Sat/Sun lunch. Extra meal tickets available to purchase for family and friends.
Camping in a open field next to Descanso Hay & Grain. No corrals available. Tie to your trailer, hi-tie or bring a portable corral. Porta potties for riders and water troughs for horses are spread throughout the base camp field. Always bring water for your horse from home just in case their is a issue with basecamp water source hoses.
Be prepared for all weather for rider and horse. Bring a waterproof blanket for for your horse in case of rain. They will work hard for you and keep their muscles warm.
There can be red ants, so bring a can of Ortho Orthene Fire Ant Killer. Your horse will thank you!
If you are not able to come ride, come volunteer! Fill out volunteer form on website.
If you like to bake, we need home baked chocolate chip cookies for the "Cookie stop" on Saturday. Please bring them on Friday in a disposable or plastic reusable container, so they do not crumble.
http://www.sandiegoenduranceriders.com/descanso-endurance-ride-online-entry-page/
Ride Entry is Online!
15 mile intro ride & limited distance offered both days, 50 mile ride on Saturday. Ride and Tie on Sunday. Join us on Friday morning and stay until Sunday early afternoon!
All meals provided with entry. Friday/Saturday night catered dinner, Sat/Sun continental breakfast with coffee, hot chocolate, fruit & donuts, Sat/Sun lunch. Extra meal tickets available to purchase for family and friends.
Camping in a open field next to Descanso Hay & Grain. No corrals available. Tie to your trailer, hi-tie or bring a portable corral. Porta potties for riders and water troughs for horses are spread throughout the base camp field. Always bring water for your horse from home just in case their is a issue with basecamp water source hoses.
Be prepared for all weather for rider and horse. Bring a waterproof blanket for for your horse in case of rain. They will work hard for you and keep their muscles warm.
There can be red ants, so bring a can of Ortho Orthene Fire Ant Killer. Your horse will thank you!
If you are not able to come ride, come volunteer! Fill out volunteer form on website.
If you like to bake, we need home baked chocolate chip cookies for the "Cookie stop" on Saturday. Please bring them on Friday in a disposable or plastic reusable container, so they do not crumble.
http://www.sandiegoenduranceriders.com/descanso-endurance-ride-online-entry-page/
Saturday, 29 August 2015
W: Quicksilver Fall Classic
The Quicksilver Fall Classic in 2014 was limited to 70 rider and we had a
waiting list. This year is different. We behaved so well last year that the
ranger will allow more entrants for our October 3, 2015 ride. The perfect
fall ride awaits your pleasure. Don't be on the waiting list so that all
week you worry about whether you should be packing the horse trailer or not.
You know all those old horse magazines that you can't bear to throw out,
but are clogging up your house? Well bring them to our ride. We will have a
special table for you to spread them out on. In appreciation, you can grab
any that other people have brought. Any left the day after the ride will be
recycled. Now they have to be horse oriented. We do not want People, Sports
Illustrated or Architectural Digest. Just horsey magazines for horsey
people.
With the increase in the size of the ride, we definitely need more
volunteers. So earn your Brownie Scout badge by helping out on, before or
after ride day. Contact Lori Oleson at 408-710-5651 or Jayne Perryman at
408-828-5362 and you will make their day! And all the riders, too.
Check the AERC ride calendar, circle October 3rd, send in your entry and
smile, even if there is no one around to see it.
You know this ride will be Christmas, your birthday and the 4th of July all
rolled into one great day of rolling hills, shaded creek trails, great
companions, and then the real reason we are there....we are hopelessly, and
beyond redemption, in love with the horses.
Website
waiting list. This year is different. We behaved so well last year that the
ranger will allow more entrants for our October 3, 2015 ride. The perfect
fall ride awaits your pleasure. Don't be on the waiting list so that all
week you worry about whether you should be packing the horse trailer or not.
You know all those old horse magazines that you can't bear to throw out,
but are clogging up your house? Well bring them to our ride. We will have a
special table for you to spread them out on. In appreciation, you can grab
any that other people have brought. Any left the day after the ride will be
recycled. Now they have to be horse oriented. We do not want People, Sports
Illustrated or Architectural Digest. Just horsey magazines for horsey
people.
With the increase in the size of the ride, we definitely need more
volunteers. So earn your Brownie Scout badge by helping out on, before or
after ride day. Contact Lori Oleson at 408-710-5651 or Jayne Perryman at
408-828-5362 and you will make their day! And all the riders, too.
Check the AERC ride calendar, circle October 3rd, send in your entry and
smile, even if there is no one around to see it.
You know this ride will be Christmas, your birthday and the 4th of July all
rolled into one great day of rolling hills, shaded creek trails, great
companions, and then the real reason we are there....we are hopelessly, and
beyond redemption, in love with the horses.
Website
Friday, 28 August 2015
NW: Oregon 100/Pac North
Oregon 100/Pac North Benefit is coming up Set. 19, in Brothers, Oregon. It's a great desert ride and absolutely perfect to move up in distance to the next level. This ride is a benefit ride for our Pac North FEI International Team. Everything is donated: awards, vet’s time, etc. All the profits go to the Team support and we depend on donations to get us there. Now that FEI is cleaning up the horse abuse issues that have gone on in some areas overseas we can focus on helping our Northwest riders.
Please consider donating those items to Oregon 100 that we can use for awards. Or you can make a cash donation to offset expenses, donate something of your choosing or contact vendors you know who might donate. Anything a rider can use or is horse/endurance related makes a great award.
For more info on the ride, see
https://www.facebook.com/Oregon100EnduranceRide
Please consider donating those items to Oregon 100 that we can use for awards. Or you can make a cash donation to offset expenses, donate something of your choosing or contact vendors you know who might donate. Anything a rider can use or is horse/endurance related makes a great award.
For more info on the ride, see
https://www.facebook.com/Oregon100EnduranceRide
SE: Citrus Stampede Cancelled
The Southeast Region Citrus Stampede ride on October 2 & 3 has been cancelled due to a serious car accident involving the ride manager. Please look for it on the calendar in the fall of 2016!
Monday, 24 August 2015
NW: JediHorsemanship Mt Spokane Ride Cancelled
The Labor Day weekend JediHorsemanship Mt Spokane Ride has been cancelled. The Mt Spokane State Park is not permitting vehicles due to fire danger so there is no way to put water on the trails. The air quality is also unhealthy at this point.
Monday, 17 August 2015
W: Eastern High Sierra Classic Cancelled
RIDE CANCELLATION: Due to wildfire and trail closures, next weekend's Eastern High Sierra Classic (West Region, August 22 & 23) has been cancelled.
Plan to attend their 30th anniversary next year!
Plan to attend their 30th anniversary next year!
NE: Iron Mountain Jubilee
August 28-29 in Ivanhoe, VirginiaAugust 18 is the deadline for the early bird discount for the Iron Mountain Jubilee! Come on and get your entries in so we can plan and so my secretary's arm doesn't fall of in the last few days before the ride!
We will take entries after this date and at the ride but it will just cost you a bit more. Looking forward to seeing everyone and we have some great trails to show you!! The long range weather forecast looks fabulous so cross your fingers that it holds true!!
The Iron Mountain Jubilee
is a challenging but very doable and enjoyable mountain endurance ride. You will be riding primarily the Virginia Highlands Horse Trail and the Iron Mountain Trail with several connecting trails. The ride will start at the New River at the Ivanhoe Horse Show Grounds (Ride Camp) and proceed up the Virginia Highlands Horse Trail to an away Vet Check at beautiful Camp Cripple Creek (Triple C). The 50 milers will have their second vet check in the same location.
Iron Mountain Jubilee Endurance Ride and Ride & Tie sanctioned by AERC, SERA, ECTRA, SEDRA and Ride & Tie Association.
Friday, August 28 and Saturday August 29- 30 & 50 mile rides each day.
15 & 30 mile ride & ties each day Vet- In begins on Thursday afternoon, August 27 for Friday's ride.
Come ride with us!
For more information see
http://www.ironmountainjubilee.com/
Tuesday, 11 August 2015
NW: Lost-N-Lava
Join us on September 25, 2015
No, you won't get lost, but you will ride some picturesque country. Trails will consist of two tracks and ATV trails on BLM property. Some rocky areas, rolling hills, but lots of great footing to move out or just cruise around and enjoy the incredible scenery.
We'll have 25, 55, and 75-mile endurance distances. A 14-mile trail ride will be available. Ride Camp is on private land adjacent to the Big Wood River.
So please come and ride! Located just west of SH-75 about 20 miles north of Shoshone, Idaho. It's easy to get to if you pay attention to the mile markers on State Highway 75. The turn-off is on the west side between the Big Wood River Bridge and the Richfield Canal bridge. A sign will be at the turn-off.
If traveling northbound on SH-75, the turn-off is about 0.2 of a mile north of mile marker 92. If you go over the canal bridge you have gone too far. If traveling southbound turn right about 0.8' of a mile south of Mile Post 93. This is about 0.5 mile south of the Richfield Canal Bridge. If you go over the Big Wood River bridge you missed the turn.
Once you get on the two-track you will drive about 2.5 miles to camp. The two-track is kind of rough in places, so take your time. You will go through an antique yard and around a couple homes. Just keep following the ribbons. You will see a corral to your left with draft horses. Keep going. You'll go past a couple gates, turn another bend and find the nicest flattest camp you will ever see!
Dinner will be provided Saturday night. Ride meeting starts promptly at 7:00 Friday night. Head vet is Dr. Keith Rouble, DVM. We will also have a treatment vet on site per the rules and recommendations of AERC.
Horse water will be provided at camp and on the trail. Rides will start by going through the Big Wood River. The river is about 2-3 feet deep if there is water running through it. The river will probably be dry. The property owners train draft horses so be prepared to see draft horses pulling wagons.
Cost: $90 for 25 and 55 mile distances, $110 for 75-mile distance. Juniors half price. Non-AERC members will be charged a day membership of $15. Trail ride is $25 and you don’t need to be an AERC member. All minors must be accompanied by a responsible adult and wear a helmet. Dinner is included with your ride entry. Extra Saturday evening meals may be purchased for $10.00.
Dogs are welcome but must be leashed and all times. This ride camp is on private land, but the BLM permit has required that we use weed free hay. Weed free hay is required and can be purchased at the Valley Coop in Shoshone. I'll try to bring some for the trail. Start times will depend on the weather.
Questions? Call Lynn White at 208-961-1024. Or visit us on FaceBook. at Lost-n-Lava Endurance Ride. New to Endurance riding? Check out the American Endurance Ride Conference Website at www.aerc.org
No, you won't get lost, but you will ride some picturesque country. Trails will consist of two tracks and ATV trails on BLM property. Some rocky areas, rolling hills, but lots of great footing to move out or just cruise around and enjoy the incredible scenery.
We'll have 25, 55, and 75-mile endurance distances. A 14-mile trail ride will be available. Ride Camp is on private land adjacent to the Big Wood River.
So please come and ride! Located just west of SH-75 about 20 miles north of Shoshone, Idaho. It's easy to get to if you pay attention to the mile markers on State Highway 75. The turn-off is on the west side between the Big Wood River Bridge and the Richfield Canal bridge. A sign will be at the turn-off.
If traveling northbound on SH-75, the turn-off is about 0.2 of a mile north of mile marker 92. If you go over the canal bridge you have gone too far. If traveling southbound turn right about 0.8' of a mile south of Mile Post 93. This is about 0.5 mile south of the Richfield Canal Bridge. If you go over the Big Wood River bridge you missed the turn.
Once you get on the two-track you will drive about 2.5 miles to camp. The two-track is kind of rough in places, so take your time. You will go through an antique yard and around a couple homes. Just keep following the ribbons. You will see a corral to your left with draft horses. Keep going. You'll go past a couple gates, turn another bend and find the nicest flattest camp you will ever see!
Dinner will be provided Saturday night. Ride meeting starts promptly at 7:00 Friday night. Head vet is Dr. Keith Rouble, DVM. We will also have a treatment vet on site per the rules and recommendations of AERC.
Horse water will be provided at camp and on the trail. Rides will start by going through the Big Wood River. The river is about 2-3 feet deep if there is water running through it. The river will probably be dry. The property owners train draft horses so be prepared to see draft horses pulling wagons.
Cost: $90 for 25 and 55 mile distances, $110 for 75-mile distance. Juniors half price. Non-AERC members will be charged a day membership of $15. Trail ride is $25 and you don’t need to be an AERC member. All minors must be accompanied by a responsible adult and wear a helmet. Dinner is included with your ride entry. Extra Saturday evening meals may be purchased for $10.00.
Dogs are welcome but must be leashed and all times. This ride camp is on private land, but the BLM permit has required that we use weed free hay. Weed free hay is required and can be purchased at the Valley Coop in Shoshone. I'll try to bring some for the trail. Start times will depend on the weather.
Questions? Call Lynn White at 208-961-1024. Or visit us on FaceBook. at Lost-n-Lava Endurance Ride. New to Endurance riding? Check out the American Endurance Ride Conference Website at www.aerc.org
W: Virginia City 100
Please join us September 19, 2015, for the 48th Annual Virginia City 100 Mile Endurance Ride, held in historic Virginia City, Nevada. Lots of fun, excitement, and a challenging trail, for the Nevada All-State Trail Rider’s final ride of the NASTR Triple Crown.
! THE TRAIL: Consists of three loops (51, 25, 24 miles), each returning to base camp in Virginia City. There will be an outlying vet check on the first and last loop, with (2) one hour hold vet checks at base camp. Crews will have easy access to meet riders along the trail. The trail covers hard pack and rocky terrain on historical wagon (now jeep) roads with some sandy single track footing and several mountain climbs. There is also pavementthroughtownandacrosshighways. Ridersareresponsiblefortheirownsafetywhilecrossingpaved roads. We do advise the use of pads and/or easy boots. Elevations range between 5000 and 7800 feet. Each loop will be marked with a different color of ribbon, along with chalk and glow sticks (after dark). Water & hay will be provided on the trail and at the two outlying vet checks. The ride will start in front of the Delta Saloon at 5:00 a.m., Saturday. Allow yourself time to get from camp to the Delta by 5:00 a.m. (approximately 20 minutes). There will be a controlled start out of town.
! BASE CAMP: We will be returning to the Ice House on Toll Road in Gold Hill for our base camp. Parking will be on grindings (asphalt), and will be very crowded. There will be limited room for portable corrals. If you have the ability, it would be helpful if you could car pool. The camp site will be open from Thursday evening, September 18th, to Sunday evening, September 21st. Horse water will be available. COME PREPARED, the elevation of Virginia City is over 6000 feet and can get cold at night. The comforts of motels and cafes can be found, as well as shopping and sightseeing within walking distance of base camp.
! DIRECTIONS TO BASE CAMP: From Reno take I-580 S/US-395 S. Take the US-395 S exit (Exit 57B) toward Virginia City/Carson City/So. Lake Tahoe. Merge onto US-395 Alt S/S. Virginia St. Turn left on to Geiger Grade/NV-341 to Virginia City. Drive through downtown Virginia City towards Gold Hill. Turn left on Toll Road (before heading down the hill). Watch for ribbons and follow to the Ice House. From Carson City take Hwy. 50 East to NV-341, follow the truck route to the right. When you reach Virginia City turn left at the stop sign (NV-342/C Street), towards Gold Hill. Turn left again on Toll Road (before heading down the hill). Watch for ribbons and follow to the Ice House.
! VETERINARIANS: James Kerr, D.V.M. will be our Head Veterinarian, with Susan McCartney, D.V.M., and Chrysann Collatos, D.V.M. assisting. There will be a pre-ride veterinary inspection on Friday, September 18th, from 3:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. Best Condition Judging will be held at 8:30 a.m. on Sunday morning.
! SANCTIONING: The ride is sanctioned by American Endurance Ride Conference (AERC), and AERC rules apply. See additional ride rules.
! LIVESTOCK TRANSPORTATION REQUIREMENTS: What you will need to know when transporting livestock in the State of Nevada (see next page).
! PRE-RIDE MEETING: The PRE-RIDE MEETING will be held on Friday evening at 7:00 p.m. Please plan to attend to get any updated information.
! CALCUTTA: Following the pre-ride meeting, we will have a fun filled Calcutta. Payoffs will be given to buyers of the top three in each division, and announced at the awards banquet. BRING LOTS OF DOUGH; EACH AND EVERY RIDER WILL BE AUCTIONED! Your favorite horse and rider team may pay off for you!
! MEALS: There will be a spaghetti feed on Friday evening, starting at 6:00 p.m., for $7.00. Salad and bread will also be served. There will be hamburgers & hot dogs served on Saturday for a small charge.
! BANQUET: A steak and egg breakfast put on by the Storey County Jeep Posse will be served Sunday morning at 10:00 a.m. which is included with the ride entry. Additional tickets may be purchased for $15.00 adults and $7.00 children. Please pre-purchase additional tickets with entry or upon arrival on Friday.
! ENTRY FEES: Option 1: Riders will receive a silver overlay belt buckle or sterling silver bracelet - $240.00. An upgrade to a sterling silver belt buckle is available for purchase post ride for an additional $110.00. A completion sweatshirt may be purchased post ride for an additional $30.00. Option 2: Riders will receive a sweatshirt and certificate of completion - $175.00. If a rider chooses Option 2, a completion buckle may be purchased post ride. The cost for a silver overlay buckle or a sterling silver bracelet is an additional $140.00. The cost for a sterling silver buckle is an additional $250.00. Junior riders - $140.00. This fee covers the cost of a silver overlay buckle or sterling silver bracelet, so juniors are basically riding for free. There is a $25.00 late fee charged for entries postmarked after September 14th. There is a $35.00 return check fee. Full refunds minus a $25.00 administrative fee will be paid within 30 days for cancellations made up until the ride or if the horse or rider is unable to start. Checks won’t be cashed until after the ride.
! AWARDS: The AWARDS PRESENTATION, Triple Crown, and Calcutta results will follow the breakfast on Sunday morning. Those riders completing the ride will receive a completion certificate. The Nevada All- State Trail Riders progressive silver overlay completion buckle or sterling silver bracelet will be personally engraved and mailed out in 6-8 weeks. You may upgrade to a sterling silver buckle for an additional cost. Upgrades, payments, and changes must be taken Sunday morning before the banquet. Overall Winner, Top Ten, Weight Division, and Junior Awards will also be given. A sculpture of the Best Condition horse will be hand crafted by Michaele Tristram, NASTR member and local artist.
! NASTR TRIPLE CROWN: All finishers of the three NASTR rides (Nevada Derby 50, NASTR 75, and Virginia City 100) will receive a special award. Champion, Reserve Champion and Junior blankets will be given to the same horse and rider team.
! 500/1,000 MILE HORSES: Horses completing the ride five times will receive a 500 mile halter. Also, horses completing the ride ten times will receive a 1,000 mile blanket.
! 1,000 MILE BUCKLE RECIPIENTS will receive a complimentary sterling silver buckle upgrade.
! RIDE MANAGER: Connie Creech (775) 882-6591, connielou@prodigy.net, 4071 Center Dr., Carson City, NV 89701
! RIDE SECRETARY: Gina Hall (775) 849-0839, NVhorseldy@charter.net 1220 Dunbar Dr., Carson City, NV 89704
For more information, see http://nastr.org/.
! THE TRAIL: Consists of three loops (51, 25, 24 miles), each returning to base camp in Virginia City. There will be an outlying vet check on the first and last loop, with (2) one hour hold vet checks at base camp. Crews will have easy access to meet riders along the trail. The trail covers hard pack and rocky terrain on historical wagon (now jeep) roads with some sandy single track footing and several mountain climbs. There is also pavementthroughtownandacrosshighways. Ridersareresponsiblefortheirownsafetywhilecrossingpaved roads. We do advise the use of pads and/or easy boots. Elevations range between 5000 and 7800 feet. Each loop will be marked with a different color of ribbon, along with chalk and glow sticks (after dark). Water & hay will be provided on the trail and at the two outlying vet checks. The ride will start in front of the Delta Saloon at 5:00 a.m., Saturday. Allow yourself time to get from camp to the Delta by 5:00 a.m. (approximately 20 minutes). There will be a controlled start out of town.
! BASE CAMP: We will be returning to the Ice House on Toll Road in Gold Hill for our base camp. Parking will be on grindings (asphalt), and will be very crowded. There will be limited room for portable corrals. If you have the ability, it would be helpful if you could car pool. The camp site will be open from Thursday evening, September 18th, to Sunday evening, September 21st. Horse water will be available. COME PREPARED, the elevation of Virginia City is over 6000 feet and can get cold at night. The comforts of motels and cafes can be found, as well as shopping and sightseeing within walking distance of base camp.
! DIRECTIONS TO BASE CAMP: From Reno take I-580 S/US-395 S. Take the US-395 S exit (Exit 57B) toward Virginia City/Carson City/So. Lake Tahoe. Merge onto US-395 Alt S/S. Virginia St. Turn left on to Geiger Grade/NV-341 to Virginia City. Drive through downtown Virginia City towards Gold Hill. Turn left on Toll Road (before heading down the hill). Watch for ribbons and follow to the Ice House. From Carson City take Hwy. 50 East to NV-341, follow the truck route to the right. When you reach Virginia City turn left at the stop sign (NV-342/C Street), towards Gold Hill. Turn left again on Toll Road (before heading down the hill). Watch for ribbons and follow to the Ice House.
! VETERINARIANS: James Kerr, D.V.M. will be our Head Veterinarian, with Susan McCartney, D.V.M., and Chrysann Collatos, D.V.M. assisting. There will be a pre-ride veterinary inspection on Friday, September 18th, from 3:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. Best Condition Judging will be held at 8:30 a.m. on Sunday morning.
! SANCTIONING: The ride is sanctioned by American Endurance Ride Conference (AERC), and AERC rules apply. See additional ride rules.
! LIVESTOCK TRANSPORTATION REQUIREMENTS: What you will need to know when transporting livestock in the State of Nevada (see next page).
! PRE-RIDE MEETING: The PRE-RIDE MEETING will be held on Friday evening at 7:00 p.m. Please plan to attend to get any updated information.
! CALCUTTA: Following the pre-ride meeting, we will have a fun filled Calcutta. Payoffs will be given to buyers of the top three in each division, and announced at the awards banquet. BRING LOTS OF DOUGH; EACH AND EVERY RIDER WILL BE AUCTIONED! Your favorite horse and rider team may pay off for you!
! MEALS: There will be a spaghetti feed on Friday evening, starting at 6:00 p.m., for $7.00. Salad and bread will also be served. There will be hamburgers & hot dogs served on Saturday for a small charge.
! BANQUET: A steak and egg breakfast put on by the Storey County Jeep Posse will be served Sunday morning at 10:00 a.m. which is included with the ride entry. Additional tickets may be purchased for $15.00 adults and $7.00 children. Please pre-purchase additional tickets with entry or upon arrival on Friday.
! ENTRY FEES: Option 1: Riders will receive a silver overlay belt buckle or sterling silver bracelet - $240.00. An upgrade to a sterling silver belt buckle is available for purchase post ride for an additional $110.00. A completion sweatshirt may be purchased post ride for an additional $30.00. Option 2: Riders will receive a sweatshirt and certificate of completion - $175.00. If a rider chooses Option 2, a completion buckle may be purchased post ride. The cost for a silver overlay buckle or a sterling silver bracelet is an additional $140.00. The cost for a sterling silver buckle is an additional $250.00. Junior riders - $140.00. This fee covers the cost of a silver overlay buckle or sterling silver bracelet, so juniors are basically riding for free. There is a $25.00 late fee charged for entries postmarked after September 14th. There is a $35.00 return check fee. Full refunds minus a $25.00 administrative fee will be paid within 30 days for cancellations made up until the ride or if the horse or rider is unable to start. Checks won’t be cashed until after the ride.
! AWARDS: The AWARDS PRESENTATION, Triple Crown, and Calcutta results will follow the breakfast on Sunday morning. Those riders completing the ride will receive a completion certificate. The Nevada All- State Trail Riders progressive silver overlay completion buckle or sterling silver bracelet will be personally engraved and mailed out in 6-8 weeks. You may upgrade to a sterling silver buckle for an additional cost. Upgrades, payments, and changes must be taken Sunday morning before the banquet. Overall Winner, Top Ten, Weight Division, and Junior Awards will also be given. A sculpture of the Best Condition horse will be hand crafted by Michaele Tristram, NASTR member and local artist.
! NASTR TRIPLE CROWN: All finishers of the three NASTR rides (Nevada Derby 50, NASTR 75, and Virginia City 100) will receive a special award. Champion, Reserve Champion and Junior blankets will be given to the same horse and rider team.
! 500/1,000 MILE HORSES: Horses completing the ride five times will receive a 500 mile halter. Also, horses completing the ride ten times will receive a 1,000 mile blanket.
! 1,000 MILE BUCKLE RECIPIENTS will receive a complimentary sterling silver buckle upgrade.
! RIDE MANAGER: Connie Creech (775) 882-6591, connielou@prodigy.net, 4071 Center Dr., Carson City, NV 89701
! RIDE SECRETARY: Gina Hall (775) 849-0839, NVhorseldy@charter.net 1220 Dunbar Dr., Carson City, NV 89704
For more information, see http://nastr.org/.
Sunday, 9 August 2015
SE: Barefoot Beach Run
Oct 17th, 2015
2443 Todd Rd
Crossville, TN 38571
Winter is right around the corner and I’m not ready for the cold!! This is the perfect time for a Beach themed Endurance Ride. The Barefoot Beach Run, will be held in Crossville, TN at the Catoosa Ridge Stables (www.catoosaridgestables.com), situated on top of the Cumberland Plateau. This time of year, the weather is great and the forest is full of color.
Catoosa Ridge is a beautiful campground, featuring multiple barns, bath houses, a spacious Lodge and all the conveniences of home. The trails include a variety of terrain from dirt trails, roads, grass and places of rock. There are some hills and plenty of creeks for water. All camping reservations must be made thru Silvia (931) 624-7883.
RESERVATIONS MUST BE MADE PRIOR TO MAILING IN AN ENTRY FORM!!!!!
There will be primitive sites available ($10/night) and a limited # of electric/water sites ($30/night). Stalls are available ($12/night), along with the option of setting up a temporary pen. All sites are conveniently located close
to a barn, bath house, and the Lodge, where all meals, meetings and Vet checks will take place. We are offering two LDs, both am and pm, also a 50 mile Ride, starting in the am. This allows you to still get in two Rides, if you want, whether its on the same horse or separate horses. There is a $20 discount for riding in two distances. On Friday night there will be a potluck, so bring a dish! Drinks and meat will be supplied. Sat night will be a BEACH PARTY!
Dinner is included for Riders, extra dinner tickets available for $10. Great beach music and beach drinks (alcoholic and non), will be free for everybody. Ride Awards will be given for Top 10, HV, BC, 1st place and Turtle and Juniors. Special awards on Sat night for Best Beach Outfit and most skilled Hoola Dancer. With the beautiful trails, fun
atmosphere and fantastic facility, this is going to be an awesome weekend! Can’t wait to see you all there!!
2443 Todd Rd
Crossville, TN 38571
Winter is right around the corner and I’m not ready for the cold!! This is the perfect time for a Beach themed Endurance Ride. The Barefoot Beach Run, will be held in Crossville, TN at the Catoosa Ridge Stables (www.catoosaridgestables.com), situated on top of the Cumberland Plateau. This time of year, the weather is great and the forest is full of color.
Catoosa Ridge is a beautiful campground, featuring multiple barns, bath houses, a spacious Lodge and all the conveniences of home. The trails include a variety of terrain from dirt trails, roads, grass and places of rock. There are some hills and plenty of creeks for water. All camping reservations must be made thru Silvia (931) 624-7883.
RESERVATIONS MUST BE MADE PRIOR TO MAILING IN AN ENTRY FORM!!!!!
There will be primitive sites available ($10/night) and a limited # of electric/water sites ($30/night). Stalls are available ($12/night), along with the option of setting up a temporary pen. All sites are conveniently located close
to a barn, bath house, and the Lodge, where all meals, meetings and Vet checks will take place. We are offering two LDs, both am and pm, also a 50 mile Ride, starting in the am. This allows you to still get in two Rides, if you want, whether its on the same horse or separate horses. There is a $20 discount for riding in two distances. On Friday night there will be a potluck, so bring a dish! Drinks and meat will be supplied. Sat night will be a BEACH PARTY!
Dinner is included for Riders, extra dinner tickets available for $10. Great beach music and beach drinks (alcoholic and non), will be free for everybody. Ride Awards will be given for Top 10, HV, BC, 1st place and Turtle and Juniors. Special awards on Sat night for Best Beach Outfit and most skilled Hoola Dancer. With the beautiful trails, fun
atmosphere and fantastic facility, this is going to be an awesome weekend! Can’t wait to see you all there!!
Thursday, 6 August 2015
CT: 2015 New Endurance Riders Clinic
Texas Endurance Riders Association Presents the 2015 New Endurance Riders Clinic
Bring Chairs – Like You Would for an Endurance Ride!
September 5 2015 9 am -4 pm.
You may come early (Friday) or leave late (Sunday)
Location: C Bar Ranch 611 P.R. 3348
Valley Mills Texas 76689
Fees: Clinic is free, but there is a $10/day charge if you will be riding.
There is a $15/night charge if you wish to use a hook-up. You may
come for the day without your horse, and still enjoy a knowledge filled
day. If you wish to stay in the onsite cabin, it is 55 dollars for the first 2
guests and 15 dollars for each guest after that. The cabin can sleep
approx. 8.
The first part of the clinic will cover trail etiquette/safety/taking care of
your horse on trail. Riders will be broken up into groups of
approximately 2-3 with an experienced endurance rider assigned to
each group. One of our own endurance veterinarians who is also a rider
will perform a vet check on each horse, and explain the vet card to
participants. We will then break for lunch. (Please bring a “sack lunch.”
There is a refrigerator on site. We will provide gatorades and water for
all throughout the day.) The rest of the day will entail interesting and
informative lectures allowing for ample questions on various topics. Be
sure to bring your coggins!
Directions: From the North:
TakeI-35 South towards Hillsboro. Exit Spur Tx 579 West to downtown
Hillsboro. Take the first right past the court house on Hwy 22 through
the town of Whitney. Cross the Lake Whitney Dam and at the first
flashing light, turn left on FM 56 towards Valley Mills. Go about 13 miles
and turn right on County
Road 3350. Take the first immediate left on private road 3348 at C-Bar
Ranch sign.
From the South:
Take I-35 to Waco then take Hwy 6 North approximately 30 miles to
Valley Mills. Once in Valley Mills, go through the only blinking light in
town and turn right on FM 56 going to Lake Whitney Dam. Travel
approximately 4 miles and turn left on C.R. 3350. Take the first
immediate left on Private Road 3348 at C-Bar Ranch sign.
Please contact Vickie, Caryne or Selena for any questions.
Vickie Roden
vickier_is@yahoo.com
Caryne Edwards
cedwards23@satx.rr.com
Selena Copeland
spirittxarabians@aol.com
Bring Chairs – Like You Would for an Endurance Ride!
September 5 2015 9 am -4 pm.
You may come early (Friday) or leave late (Sunday)
Location: C Bar Ranch 611 P.R. 3348
Valley Mills Texas 76689
Fees: Clinic is free, but there is a $10/day charge if you will be riding.
There is a $15/night charge if you wish to use a hook-up. You may
come for the day without your horse, and still enjoy a knowledge filled
day. If you wish to stay in the onsite cabin, it is 55 dollars for the first 2
guests and 15 dollars for each guest after that. The cabin can sleep
approx. 8.
The first part of the clinic will cover trail etiquette/safety/taking care of
your horse on trail. Riders will be broken up into groups of
approximately 2-3 with an experienced endurance rider assigned to
each group. One of our own endurance veterinarians who is also a rider
will perform a vet check on each horse, and explain the vet card to
participants. We will then break for lunch. (Please bring a “sack lunch.”
There is a refrigerator on site. We will provide gatorades and water for
all throughout the day.) The rest of the day will entail interesting and
informative lectures allowing for ample questions on various topics. Be
sure to bring your coggins!
Directions: From the North:
TakeI-35 South towards Hillsboro. Exit Spur Tx 579 West to downtown
Hillsboro. Take the first right past the court house on Hwy 22 through
the town of Whitney. Cross the Lake Whitney Dam and at the first
flashing light, turn left on FM 56 towards Valley Mills. Go about 13 miles
and turn right on County
Road 3350. Take the first immediate left on private road 3348 at C-Bar
Ranch sign.
From the South:
Take I-35 to Waco then take Hwy 6 North approximately 30 miles to
Valley Mills. Once in Valley Mills, go through the only blinking light in
town and turn right on FM 56 going to Lake Whitney Dam. Travel
approximately 4 miles and turn left on C.R. 3350. Take the first
immediate left on Private Road 3348 at C-Bar Ranch sign.
Please contact Vickie, Caryne or Selena for any questions.
Vickie Roden
vickier_is@yahoo.com
Caryne Edwards
cedwards23@satx.rr.com
Selena Copeland
spirittxarabians@aol.com
NW: Prater Mountain
Prater Mountain Endurance Ride 25/50
Trail-Poker Ride Fundraiser
AUG 22, 2015: Come ride at Prater Mountain, at Meadowbrook Ranch just outside Priest River, Idaho. Some of the loveliest scenery on the planet. Well managed ride, excellent company.
Contact:
Ride Mgr: Tara Walker (208) 304-0835, twpumpkin@hotmail.com
Asst Mgr: Dale Schrempp (208) 448-1255, maryandale@gmail.com
Raising Awareness for Domestic Abuse
PRMAFW
Trail-Poker Ride Fundraiser
AUG 22, 2015: Come ride at Prater Mountain, at Meadowbrook Ranch just outside Priest River, Idaho. Some of the loveliest scenery on the planet. Well managed ride, excellent company.
Contact:
Ride Mgr: Tara Walker (208) 304-0835, twpumpkin@hotmail.com
Asst Mgr: Dale Schrempp (208) 448-1255, maryandale@gmail.com
Raising Awareness for Domestic Abuse
PRMAFW
Tuesday, 30 June 2015
NE: Iron Mountain Jubilee I & II
August 28-29 2015 Ivanhoe, Virginia
The Iron Mountain Jubilee is a challenging but very doable and enjoyable mountain endurance ride. You will be riding primarily the Virginia Highlands Horse Trail and the Iron Mountain Trail with several connecting trails. The ride will start at the New River at the Ivanhoe Horse Show Grounds (Ride Camp) and proceed up the Virginia Highlands Horse Trail to an away Vet Check at beautiful Camp Cripple Creek (Triple C). The 50 milers will have their second vet check in the same location.
Iron Mountain Jubilee Endurance Ride and Ride & Tie sanctioned by AERC, SERA, ECTRA, AHA and Ride & Tie Association.
Friday, August 28 and Saturday August 29- 30 & 50 mile rides each day.
15 & 30 mile ride & ties each day Vet- In begins on Thursday afternoon, August 27 for Friday's ride.
Come ride with us!
For more information see
http://www.ironmountainjubilee.com/
The Iron Mountain Jubilee is a challenging but very doable and enjoyable mountain endurance ride. You will be riding primarily the Virginia Highlands Horse Trail and the Iron Mountain Trail with several connecting trails. The ride will start at the New River at the Ivanhoe Horse Show Grounds (Ride Camp) and proceed up the Virginia Highlands Horse Trail to an away Vet Check at beautiful Camp Cripple Creek (Triple C). The 50 milers will have their second vet check in the same location.
Iron Mountain Jubilee Endurance Ride and Ride & Tie sanctioned by AERC, SERA, ECTRA, AHA and Ride & Tie Association.
Friday, August 28 and Saturday August 29- 30 & 50 mile rides each day.
15 & 30 mile ride & ties each day Vet- In begins on Thursday afternoon, August 27 for Friday's ride.
Come ride with us!
For more information see
http://www.ironmountainjubilee.com/
Thursday, 25 June 2015
W: Gold Country
Gold Country is just around the corner! Come join us on July 11th in the beautiful El Dorado National Forest 6 miles east of Georgetown at the Dru Barner Equestrian Park. Great trail, fantastic volunteers and did I mention food? Michel Bloch will be making strawberry crepes and the BBQ will be filled with tri-tip and chicken. We will have vegetarian options too! Early registration gets you a $15 discount. We have amazing awards and participation awards rather than completion awards. Visit our web page at gcer.org or aerc.org for ride application and more information.
Tuesday, 23 June 2015
W: Lake Almanor
RIDE SITE CHANGE! The Lake Almanor (West Region) ride is now: Lake Almanor Alternate and moving to Camp Far West Reservoir at the Spenceville Wildlife Preserve between Lincoln and Penn Valley, CA. Ride date is June 27 and includes a 25, 50 and 75 mile options, along with an FEI 1* and 2*. Ride vet is Melissa Ribley and ride manager is Michele Roush - bcm@gv.net.
Thursday, 21 May 2015
SE: Broxton Bridge USA SE Summer Fundraiser
25/30/55 ~ July 4, 2015
25 mile ride early Saturday morning and then 30/55 Saturday evening! Introductory Ride both times
Location: Broxton Bridge Plantation is located 7 miles south of Ehrhardt on Hwy 601, 12 miles north of Hampton on Hwy 601 North and 25 miles from I-95 and Walterboro via Hwys 64, Hwy 641 and on to Hwy 601. GPS 1685 Broxton Bridge Road, Ehrhardt, SC, or N32.59.989 W81.03.121. (or click for directions)
Trails: All trails are hard and soft sand shaded primarily by pines and old growth hardwoods. There are some roots, but you can ride barefoot.
Camping: Covered corrals and corral panels are available. Covered corrals are $20 per night (VERY LIMITED NUMBER AVAILABLE MUST PAY IN ADVANCE) and four-panel corrals are $9 per night. To reserve panels and covered corrals see the ride registration form. Remember, each horse owner, trainer and/or rider is responsible for safe camping and restraint of their horses. We thank those of you who rake up all hay/manure and put it into blue tubs - some people do not clean up at all, and Broxton asks that we implement a clean-up fee of $25 if you do not rake up hay/manure into piles and put into tubs. We are not the only group who loves this facility so please help us keep it clean!
Electric/Lodging: To reserve an electric hook-up, see the ride reservation form. There is a bath house on grounds. See http://www.broxtonbridge.com for additional info on facilities at the Trail Ride/RV Park tab. Camp will open Friday, July 3rd at 10 am. Primitive camping for $15 per night is available on the banks of the Salkehatchie River for early arrivals or late departures after Sunday. Historic lodges which are ON THE GROUNDS are $80 per room per night. GREAT FISHING available for non-riding family members!
Cancellations: If you should have to cancel or withdraw before vet in, entry fees will be refunded, minus the $20 (per ride) non-refundable portion of your entry; however, no-shows/no-calls and withdrawals or pulls after vetting in will not receive any refunds. Meal tickets are non-refundable unless your ticket can be sold. Cancellations must be made directly to ride management.
Farrier and Vet Fees: Riders will be responsible for any individual farrier (if available) or vet services. We do not have a farrier confirmed at this time.
Junior Riders: Must wear helmets and be accompanied by an adult over 21.
Awards: Daily completion awards to all. Top Ten awards for the 25/30/55 along with Best Condition for each distance.
Introductory ride completion awards are also given.
Registration/Fees: To avoid the $20 late fee per ride, ride applications must be received on or before June 23, 2015 and include a $20 non-refundable deposit PER RIDE. We must have written notice (email) that you are coming and will pay the non-refundable deposit if plans change. We WILL hunt you down as this is a fundraiser and we will have bought food and prizes for you! AERC charges us a $15 fee for all competition riders who are not current members or you can join on-line or on site. Each 25/30/55 ride entry is $120 to include a Saturday afternoon meal and primitive camping for Friday & Saturday nights. Fees for juniors are $65 for any distance 25/30/55 and the fee for the 15 mile introductory rides is $60. This is a great deal as it INCLUDES two nights camping. On-site registration begins Friday at 3 pm. Vet in to follow. One multi-ride discount of $10 if you ride in the morning and evening.
Food: Each rider will receive a meal on Saturday afternoon. The Broxton Bridge Snack Shack will also be open.
Ride Management: :
Katherine Capps, Mary Farris and Lynn Kenelly, AERC-I USA SE Zone Representatives, Adelia Ramey, Pat Thomas, Carol Thompson, and Cheryl Van Deusen
Veterinarians: (Subject to change) TBD
Questions? Please call or e-mail: Cheryl Van Deusen, Ride Manager at 386.566.4820 cell or cvandeusen@gmail.com
For more information and entry forms see
http://www.broxtonbridge.com/moonliteride.htm
25 mile ride early Saturday morning and then 30/55 Saturday evening! Introductory Ride both times
Location: Broxton Bridge Plantation is located 7 miles south of Ehrhardt on Hwy 601, 12 miles north of Hampton on Hwy 601 North and 25 miles from I-95 and Walterboro via Hwys 64, Hwy 641 and on to Hwy 601. GPS 1685 Broxton Bridge Road, Ehrhardt, SC, or N32.59.989 W81.03.121. (or click for directions)
Trails: All trails are hard and soft sand shaded primarily by pines and old growth hardwoods. There are some roots, but you can ride barefoot.
Camping: Covered corrals and corral panels are available. Covered corrals are $20 per night (VERY LIMITED NUMBER AVAILABLE MUST PAY IN ADVANCE) and four-panel corrals are $9 per night. To reserve panels and covered corrals see the ride registration form. Remember, each horse owner, trainer and/or rider is responsible for safe camping and restraint of their horses. We thank those of you who rake up all hay/manure and put it into blue tubs - some people do not clean up at all, and Broxton asks that we implement a clean-up fee of $25 if you do not rake up hay/manure into piles and put into tubs. We are not the only group who loves this facility so please help us keep it clean!
Electric/Lodging: To reserve an electric hook-up, see the ride reservation form. There is a bath house on grounds. See http://www.broxtonbridge.com for additional info on facilities at the Trail Ride/RV Park tab. Camp will open Friday, July 3rd at 10 am. Primitive camping for $15 per night is available on the banks of the Salkehatchie River for early arrivals or late departures after Sunday. Historic lodges which are ON THE GROUNDS are $80 per room per night. GREAT FISHING available for non-riding family members!
Cancellations: If you should have to cancel or withdraw before vet in, entry fees will be refunded, minus the $20 (per ride) non-refundable portion of your entry; however, no-shows/no-calls and withdrawals or pulls after vetting in will not receive any refunds. Meal tickets are non-refundable unless your ticket can be sold. Cancellations must be made directly to ride management.
Farrier and Vet Fees: Riders will be responsible for any individual farrier (if available) or vet services. We do not have a farrier confirmed at this time.
Junior Riders: Must wear helmets and be accompanied by an adult over 21.
Awards: Daily completion awards to all. Top Ten awards for the 25/30/55 along with Best Condition for each distance.
Introductory ride completion awards are also given.
Registration/Fees: To avoid the $20 late fee per ride, ride applications must be received on or before June 23, 2015 and include a $20 non-refundable deposit PER RIDE. We must have written notice (email) that you are coming and will pay the non-refundable deposit if plans change. We WILL hunt you down as this is a fundraiser and we will have bought food and prizes for you! AERC charges us a $15 fee for all competition riders who are not current members or you can join on-line or on site. Each 25/30/55 ride entry is $120 to include a Saturday afternoon meal and primitive camping for Friday & Saturday nights. Fees for juniors are $65 for any distance 25/30/55 and the fee for the 15 mile introductory rides is $60. This is a great deal as it INCLUDES two nights camping. On-site registration begins Friday at 3 pm. Vet in to follow. One multi-ride discount of $10 if you ride in the morning and evening.
Food: Each rider will receive a meal on Saturday afternoon. The Broxton Bridge Snack Shack will also be open.
Ride Management: :
Katherine Capps, Mary Farris and Lynn Kenelly, AERC-I USA SE Zone Representatives, Adelia Ramey, Pat Thomas, Carol Thompson, and Cheryl Van Deusen
Veterinarians: (Subject to change) TBD
Questions? Please call or e-mail: Cheryl Van Deusen, Ride Manager at 386.566.4820 cell or cvandeusen@gmail.com
For more information and entry forms see
http://www.broxtonbridge.com/moonliteride.htm
Wednesday, 20 May 2015
W: 45th Annual World Ride & Tie Championships
45th Annual Ride and tie & Equathon championships June 26-28th. Lilly Glen Park Ashland, Oregon. Camp open all week for vacation and pre-ride
36 mile Championship course and 18 mile short course.
Get your entries in soon.
More information at www.rideandtie.org
Volunteers wanted!
Entry fee is waived if you have never participated in Ride & Tie prior to 2015…as in total newbie prior to this year.
36 mile Championship course and 18 mile short course.
Get your entries in soon.
More information at www.rideandtie.org
Volunteers wanted!
Entry fee is waived if you have never participated in Ride & Tie prior to 2015…as in total newbie prior to this year.
Tuesday, 19 May 2015
MT: Zone Team Endurance Challenge (ZTEC)
Zone Team Endurance Challenge (aka ZTEC) - June 6-7, 2015 - Ashland, Montana
What's it all about???
In 2007 we hosted the Zone Team Endurance Challenge. It was a one-day 100 mile ride that was open to Teams competing in AERC and FEI Divisons. We really enjoyed doing the ride - highlighting the 'team aspect' of riding as well as adding the 'pomp and circumstance' of a 'championship type' event.
For the last three years we've tried this format again and had a great time - our completion rate increased and only two horses have been treated!!! The main difference between Z-TEC this year and Z-TEC in 2007 is we're offering it for ALL of the distances we're having this year!!! On Saturday June 6th riders will have the opportunity to ride either in a 25 mile, 50 mile or 75 mile ride and on Sunday June 7th we are offering a 35 mile ride, 55 mile ride or 100 mile ride.
So how's this going to work you ask? Teams will consist of 4 riders - any 4 riders - old riders, new riders, young riders, red haired riders, riders from Montana, etc - ANYTHING GOES! Placings will be based on how well your team does with their final total ride time. Awards will be all "Team Based" - IE your team has the opportunity to stand up on the podium for their TEAM GOLD MEDAL (well, not really "Gold", but "Gold" in color!) and other goodies yet to be determined. Everyone who completes will also receive a completion prize.
Commonly asked questions we've received have been:
How do I get on a team? Teams are self-forming - call your friends, call your neighbors, call your friends' neighbors.
What if I don't have a team? Contact us and we'll put you in contact with teams who are looking for riders. We plan to have available a 'looking for team members page' so riders can fill and/or join teams.
Do I have to go FAST? Heck no, that is the beauty of this concept - riding for your team and finishing will be rewarded. The top three finishing times will be added up to create the overall finish time of the team. Teams that finish only two riders will have a 'mock time' added (total ride time allowed minus hold time) to give the team three finish times.
How will we know how we're doing as a team throughout the day? We will be posting throughout the day the team standings based on the top three ride times of each team.
Can we wear 'uniforms' and park together? Oh, absolutely! In fact, we're highly recommending 'team apparal' and 'team parking'.
Homesteaded in 1883 by Captain Calvin Howes (a former sea Captain from Massachusetts), the Circle Bar Ranch is the home of the Fort Howes Endurance Rides. Started in 1997, the Fort Howes rides have grown from a one-day ride offering a 25 mile Limited Distance ride and a 50 mile Endurance Ride to currently offering a two-day ride with 25 and 35 mile Limited Distance rides, a 50 and 55 mile Endurance Ride and a 75 and 100 mile Endurance Rides. We also include FEI divisions for both Seniors and Young Riders in the 50/55/75 and 100 mile distances. In addition, this year we're serving as a Team Trial for the US Endurance Team - riders will be demonstrating in the 75 mile ride for the new Chef d'Equipe, Mark Dial, and Team Veterinarian, Dr. Anne Christopherson.
Trails consist of Open Meadows, Cow Trails, and unimproved Jeep Trails. Riders can expect to have at least one 1000' elevation change in each loop they ride out on. Water is available out on trail every 3-5 miles. Currently all Vet Checks will all be in basecamp, however, depending on the trails we may have one check out on the 75 and/or 100 mile rides (we'll make arrangements to haul your crewing supplies out if necessary).
Basecamp is a huge open field with lots of room and plenty of horse water available.
We will again be offering our Rancher's dinner on Friday night including steak and all the trimmings. Saturday night will include a BBQ with hamburgers and hotdogs.
Temperatures in the early part of June range in the 40's overnight and up into the 80's during the days. Though one should always plan for anything - this is Montana after all and we subscribe to the saying "Don't like the weather, wait five minutes, it will change”.
Online entry available at: http://www.rideentry.org/ZTEC/2015Entry.html
See ya’ll in Montana June 6-7, 2015!
Bill and Jan Stevens
What's it all about???
In 2007 we hosted the Zone Team Endurance Challenge. It was a one-day 100 mile ride that was open to Teams competing in AERC and FEI Divisons. We really enjoyed doing the ride - highlighting the 'team aspect' of riding as well as adding the 'pomp and circumstance' of a 'championship type' event.
For the last three years we've tried this format again and had a great time - our completion rate increased and only two horses have been treated!!! The main difference between Z-TEC this year and Z-TEC in 2007 is we're offering it for ALL of the distances we're having this year!!! On Saturday June 6th riders will have the opportunity to ride either in a 25 mile, 50 mile or 75 mile ride and on Sunday June 7th we are offering a 35 mile ride, 55 mile ride or 100 mile ride.
So how's this going to work you ask? Teams will consist of 4 riders - any 4 riders - old riders, new riders, young riders, red haired riders, riders from Montana, etc - ANYTHING GOES! Placings will be based on how well your team does with their final total ride time. Awards will be all "Team Based" - IE your team has the opportunity to stand up on the podium for their TEAM GOLD MEDAL (well, not really "Gold", but "Gold" in color!) and other goodies yet to be determined. Everyone who completes will also receive a completion prize.
Commonly asked questions we've received have been:
How do I get on a team? Teams are self-forming - call your friends, call your neighbors, call your friends' neighbors.
What if I don't have a team? Contact us and we'll put you in contact with teams who are looking for riders. We plan to have available a 'looking for team members page' so riders can fill and/or join teams.
Do I have to go FAST? Heck no, that is the beauty of this concept - riding for your team and finishing will be rewarded. The top three finishing times will be added up to create the overall finish time of the team. Teams that finish only two riders will have a 'mock time' added (total ride time allowed minus hold time) to give the team three finish times.
How will we know how we're doing as a team throughout the day? We will be posting throughout the day the team standings based on the top three ride times of each team.
Can we wear 'uniforms' and park together? Oh, absolutely! In fact, we're highly recommending 'team apparal' and 'team parking'.
Homesteaded in 1883 by Captain Calvin Howes (a former sea Captain from Massachusetts), the Circle Bar Ranch is the home of the Fort Howes Endurance Rides. Started in 1997, the Fort Howes rides have grown from a one-day ride offering a 25 mile Limited Distance ride and a 50 mile Endurance Ride to currently offering a two-day ride with 25 and 35 mile Limited Distance rides, a 50 and 55 mile Endurance Ride and a 75 and 100 mile Endurance Rides. We also include FEI divisions for both Seniors and Young Riders in the 50/55/75 and 100 mile distances. In addition, this year we're serving as a Team Trial for the US Endurance Team - riders will be demonstrating in the 75 mile ride for the new Chef d'Equipe, Mark Dial, and Team Veterinarian, Dr. Anne Christopherson.
Trails consist of Open Meadows, Cow Trails, and unimproved Jeep Trails. Riders can expect to have at least one 1000' elevation change in each loop they ride out on. Water is available out on trail every 3-5 miles. Currently all Vet Checks will all be in basecamp, however, depending on the trails we may have one check out on the 75 and/or 100 mile rides (we'll make arrangements to haul your crewing supplies out if necessary).
Basecamp is a huge open field with lots of room and plenty of horse water available.
We will again be offering our Rancher's dinner on Friday night including steak and all the trimmings. Saturday night will include a BBQ with hamburgers and hotdogs.
Temperatures in the early part of June range in the 40's overnight and up into the 80's during the days. Though one should always plan for anything - this is Montana after all and we subscribe to the saying "Don't like the weather, wait five minutes, it will change”.
Online entry available at: http://www.rideentry.org/ZTEC/2015Entry.html
See ya’ll in Montana June 6-7, 2015!
Bill and Jan Stevens
Sunday, 17 May 2015
SW: Barefoot in New Mexico
October 17 & 18, 2015
Alamogordo, NM
With the success of last years ride, we are happy to reduce this years entry fees and Juniors rider will receive a 50% discount! With beautiful scenery, barefoot friendly trails, and great New Mexico hospitality we sure hope you can join us for this years Barefoot In New Mexico Ride!
Barefoot In New Mexico is held in the scenic Tularosa Basin near the White Sands National Monument. Trails are in the buffer zone of the MacGregor Range where the footing is mostly barefoot friendly however there will be some rocky sections of trail so hoof protection is recommended but not required. Trails are on hard packed dirt roads, two track, cow trails and cross country. Mike Guy has done the trail scouting and we have made some changes to previous trails to improve the overall ride experience.
Ride camp is at the residence of ride manager, Marcelle Himanka, camp is 86 acres of flat desert terrain with plenty of room to make yourself and your equines right at home. We will provide horse water and port-a-potties, evening meals for entered riders and other folks may purchase a really good home cooked meal for $10.00. Evanna Guy and her sister Jessie are the chief cooks and they do a great job. Linda Sherrill will be taking photos on trail so bring your smile!
We are a beginner friendly ride and would love to show you the ropes and help you along the way. We are passionate about endurance and embrace the AERC spririt of, "To finish is to win". If you are not ready to try a 25 or 50 miler then you are welcome to participate in the introductory fun rides, 10 miles, held each day and join us for dinner and awards afterward. We sincerely hope to see you in ride camp.
Your ride management team,
Marcelle Himanka, Mike and Evanna Guy
For entry form, see
http://barefootinnewmexico2015.weebly.com/
Alamogordo, NM
With the success of last years ride, we are happy to reduce this years entry fees and Juniors rider will receive a 50% discount! With beautiful scenery, barefoot friendly trails, and great New Mexico hospitality we sure hope you can join us for this years Barefoot In New Mexico Ride!
Barefoot In New Mexico is held in the scenic Tularosa Basin near the White Sands National Monument. Trails are in the buffer zone of the MacGregor Range where the footing is mostly barefoot friendly however there will be some rocky sections of trail so hoof protection is recommended but not required. Trails are on hard packed dirt roads, two track, cow trails and cross country. Mike Guy has done the trail scouting and we have made some changes to previous trails to improve the overall ride experience.
Ride camp is at the residence of ride manager, Marcelle Himanka, camp is 86 acres of flat desert terrain with plenty of room to make yourself and your equines right at home. We will provide horse water and port-a-potties, evening meals for entered riders and other folks may purchase a really good home cooked meal for $10.00. Evanna Guy and her sister Jessie are the chief cooks and they do a great job. Linda Sherrill will be taking photos on trail so bring your smile!
We are a beginner friendly ride and would love to show you the ropes and help you along the way. We are passionate about endurance and embrace the AERC spririt of, "To finish is to win". If you are not ready to try a 25 or 50 miler then you are welcome to participate in the introductory fun rides, 10 miles, held each day and join us for dinner and awards afterward. We sincerely hope to see you in ride camp.
Your ride management team,
Marcelle Himanka, Mike and Evanna Guy
For entry form, see
http://barefootinnewmexico2015.weebly.com/
Monday, 11 May 2015
W: WSTF Tevis Education Ride
WSTF TEVIS EDUCATION RIDE
July 3-5, 2015 - Foresthill, CA
Schedule of Events
Friday, July 3rd
10:00 a.m………………………….…….……………………Ride Camp Opens
11:00 a.m…..……………………….………………….……Ride Office Opens
12:30 p.m……………..Easy Boot Glue on Demonstration – Tami Rougeau
1:00 p.m……………………................……………………..Volunteer Meeting
1:30 p.m Trail Safety/Etiquette, Presenting Horse to Vet– Erin McChesney
2:30 p.m….…………………………………………………Pre-Ride Vet Check
3:00 p.m……………………………………………….……….Mentor Meeting
4:00 p.m....Vetting Process and Vet Check Flow - Jennifer Mather, DVM
4:45 p.m..……………………….………………………….… Wine & Cheese
5:00 p.m…………………………………………………..…Welcome Address
5:15 p.m…………….….Mentor / Rider groups questions and discussions
5:30 p.m…………………………………………………………….Ride Meeting
6:00 p.m………………………………….….Personal time to attend to horses
6:15 p.m…………Part 1-Centered Riding from Mile 1 to 100 – Becky Hart
7:45 p.m ..Lameness in Endurance Horses Slideshow – Karen Hassan, DVM
9:00 p.m…Camp Fire Social/Movie featuring “HRTV Tevis Show”
Saturday, July 4th
6:00 a.m……………………………………s Division Shuttle to Robinson Flat
6:30 a.m………………………....Education Division Shuttle to Robinson Flat
7:00 a.m………………………………………Group starts at Robinson
7:30 a.m...…………………..……… Final Group departs at Robinson Flat
4:00 p.m………………………..……Tevis Crewing Strategies – Ann Hall
4:45 p.m……….………………………..60 Years of Tevis History – Hal Hall
5:30 p.m……………………………….…… Personal time to attend to horses
6:00 p.m……………………………………Barbeque Dinner & Raffle Drawing
6:30 p.m………………………………………………..………..Ride Meeting
6:45 p.m.……………….Mentor / Rider groups questions and discussions 7:00 p.m.………Part 2-Centered Riding from Mile 1 to 100 – Becky Hart
8:00 p.m………....Pacing: Ride your own ride, putting a clock to your ride – Lori Stewart & Kathie Perry
9:00 p.m...........Camp Fire Social & Movie Night featuring “They Crossed the Mountains”
Sunday, July 5th
6:30 a.m…………………..……………Master Division starts at FH Mill Site
7:00 a.m……………………………………… Ed Group starts at FH Mill Site
8:00 a.m…………………………………..Final Group departs at FH Mill Site
3:30 p.m…………..…………………….Rider Health & Personal Preparation – Lori Stewart & Kathie Perry
4:15 p.m…………..Importance of Tevis Research to Horse Welfare – Langdon Fielding, DVM
5:00 p.m……………………………………………..……Appetizers & Snacks
5:15 p.m.…………………………………. Completion Awards Presentation
5:30 p.m………………………….…………... Post ‘Game’ Analysis and Q&A
July 3-5, 2015 - Foresthill, CA
Schedule of Events
Friday, July 3rd
10:00 a.m………………………….…….……………………Ride Camp Opens
11:00 a.m…..……………………….………………….……Ride Office Opens
12:30 p.m……………..Easy Boot Glue on Demonstration – Tami Rougeau
1:00 p.m……………………................……………………..Volunteer Meeting
1:30 p.m Trail Safety/Etiquette, Presenting Horse to Vet– Erin McChesney
2:30 p.m….…………………………………………………Pre-Ride Vet Check
3:00 p.m……………………………………………….……….Mentor Meeting
4:00 p.m....Vetting Process and Vet Check Flow - Jennifer Mather, DVM
4:45 p.m..……………………….………………………….… Wine & Cheese
5:00 p.m…………………………………………………..…Welcome Address
5:15 p.m…………….….Mentor / Rider groups questions and discussions
5:30 p.m…………………………………………………………….Ride Meeting
6:00 p.m………………………………….….Personal time to attend to horses
6:15 p.m…………Part 1-Centered Riding from Mile 1 to 100 – Becky Hart
7:45 p.m ..Lameness in Endurance Horses Slideshow – Karen Hassan, DVM
9:00 p.m…Camp Fire Social/Movie featuring “HRTV Tevis Show”
Saturday, July 4th
6:00 a.m……………………………………s Division Shuttle to Robinson Flat
6:30 a.m………………………....Education Division Shuttle to Robinson Flat
7:00 a.m………………………………………Group starts at Robinson
7:30 a.m...…………………..……… Final Group departs at Robinson Flat
4:00 p.m………………………..……Tevis Crewing Strategies – Ann Hall
4:45 p.m……….………………………..60 Years of Tevis History – Hal Hall
5:30 p.m……………………………….…… Personal time to attend to horses
6:00 p.m……………………………………Barbeque Dinner & Raffle Drawing
6:30 p.m………………………………………………..………..Ride Meeting
6:45 p.m.……………….Mentor / Rider groups questions and discussions 7:00 p.m.………Part 2-Centered Riding from Mile 1 to 100 – Becky Hart
8:00 p.m………....Pacing: Ride your own ride, putting a clock to your ride – Lori Stewart & Kathie Perry
9:00 p.m...........Camp Fire Social & Movie Night featuring “They Crossed the Mountains”
Sunday, July 5th
6:30 a.m…………………..……………Master Division starts at FH Mill Site
7:00 a.m……………………………………… Ed Group starts at FH Mill Site
8:00 a.m…………………………………..Final Group departs at FH Mill Site
3:30 p.m…………..…………………….Rider Health & Personal Preparation – Lori Stewart & Kathie Perry
4:15 p.m…………..Importance of Tevis Research to Horse Welfare – Langdon Fielding, DVM
5:00 p.m……………………………………………..……Appetizers & Snacks
5:15 p.m.…………………………………. Completion Awards Presentation
5:30 p.m………………………….…………... Post ‘Game’ Analysis and Q&A
Tuesday, 5 May 2015
PS: Descanco
Come join us for a weekend of riding in the Cuyamaca Rancho State Park. Basecamp located in Descanso, CA. On Saturday, there will be a 15 mile introduction ride, 25 mile limited distance, and 50 mile ride. This will also be the Arabian Horse Association Region One Arabian Horse Association 50 Mile Endurance Championship. On Sunday, join us for another 15 mile introduction ride and a 30 mile limited distance.
• Scenic trail through the pines
• Great completion awards
• Juniors pay half price
• Hay for horses at vet checks
• Café, gas, market & feed store nearby
• Competent, friendly veterinarians
• Refreshments for riders at vet checks
• Lunch provided for all riders & crews
• Includes dinner Friday night
• Includes dinner Saturday night
The Descanso Endurance Ride in southern California is a moderate (plus) to difficult ride.
The scenery is beautiful with the ride starting at the staging area in Descanso, CA and climbing up to the pine trees and meadows of theCuyamaca Rancho State Park. The course is on trails and fire roads, with good footing. There are a few stream crossings. The trail can be rocky in some areas so if it is appropriate, you may wish to consider putting pads on your horse. The trail is safe, but there are some areas that require horsemanship. There is a lot of climbing so you will need to bring a fit horse, or plan to take the full time allowed. You will be sharing the park area with other equestrians, hikers, bicyclists, deer and wild turkeys.
There is crew access to all vet checks, but since hay, bran and carrots will be provided for the horses, rider refreshments at the vet checks and lunches for all riders, support crews are really not necessary. Thank you to our volunteers for making this possible.
The Descanso Endurance ride basecamp is in an open field next to McClintock’s Saddle Works. Descanso Hay and Feed is also nearby. There is a small store with expensive gas (including diesel), and a café within a mile. The only water source will be a water trough that we will keep filled with a hose. If it is more convenient for you, you may want to bring your own horse water. There are no trees at basecamp, so you may want to bring your own clouds also. Dogs MUST be kept on leashes – please!
DIRECTIONS TO BASE CAMP: From San Diego via I-5 or I-15, go east on I-8 approximately 35 miles. Go past Alpine, and the Viejas Casino. Exit at Highway 79/Descanso (exit 40). Turn left and go north under the freeway. A mile down the road (at the café), turn left onto Riverside Drive. The store and gas station will be about 1/2 mile down the road on the left and the basecamp will be 1/4 mile past that on the right.
For more information, see:
http://www.sandiegoenduranceriders.com/events/june-2015-descanso-endurance-ride/
• Scenic trail through the pines
• Great completion awards
• Juniors pay half price
• Hay for horses at vet checks
• Café, gas, market & feed store nearby
• Competent, friendly veterinarians
• Refreshments for riders at vet checks
• Lunch provided for all riders & crews
• Includes dinner Friday night
• Includes dinner Saturday night
The Descanso Endurance Ride in southern California is a moderate (plus) to difficult ride.
The scenery is beautiful with the ride starting at the staging area in Descanso, CA and climbing up to the pine trees and meadows of theCuyamaca Rancho State Park. The course is on trails and fire roads, with good footing. There are a few stream crossings. The trail can be rocky in some areas so if it is appropriate, you may wish to consider putting pads on your horse. The trail is safe, but there are some areas that require horsemanship. There is a lot of climbing so you will need to bring a fit horse, or plan to take the full time allowed. You will be sharing the park area with other equestrians, hikers, bicyclists, deer and wild turkeys.
There is crew access to all vet checks, but since hay, bran and carrots will be provided for the horses, rider refreshments at the vet checks and lunches for all riders, support crews are really not necessary. Thank you to our volunteers for making this possible.
The Descanso Endurance ride basecamp is in an open field next to McClintock’s Saddle Works. Descanso Hay and Feed is also nearby. There is a small store with expensive gas (including diesel), and a café within a mile. The only water source will be a water trough that we will keep filled with a hose. If it is more convenient for you, you may want to bring your own horse water. There are no trees at basecamp, so you may want to bring your own clouds also. Dogs MUST be kept on leashes – please!
DIRECTIONS TO BASE CAMP: From San Diego via I-5 or I-15, go east on I-8 approximately 35 miles. Go past Alpine, and the Viejas Casino. Exit at Highway 79/Descanso (exit 40). Turn left and go north under the freeway. A mile down the road (at the café), turn left onto Riverside Drive. The store and gas station will be about 1/2 mile down the road on the left and the basecamp will be 1/4 mile past that on the right.
For more information, see:
http://www.sandiegoenduranceriders.com/events/june-2015-descanso-endurance-ride/
Saturday, 2 May 2015
SE: South Mountain Endurance Riding Clinic
July 11-12
South Mountains State Park, Connelly Springs, N.C.
This event is a combined 101 and 201 endurance riding clinic hosted by Mike Everett and Ruth Anne Everett and open to everyone who wants to either learn about endurance riding and or advance their knowledge and skills through lectures and power point presentations and question and answer sessions from endurance riders with over 30,000 combined miles of completions and over 100 years of combined experience.
Bring your horse for a vet in at camp and a mock endurance event on day two with vet checks and completion exams. You can go to AERC.org and click on the education tab and then clinics to learn more and download the clinic application or go to Endurance Riders and read the pinned post to download the description and clinic application.
You can message me on Facebook or email me at mikeeverett@embarqmail.com or call 828-781-2274. Space is limited due to camping space.
South Mountains State Park, Connelly Springs, N.C.
This event is a combined 101 and 201 endurance riding clinic hosted by Mike Everett and Ruth Anne Everett and open to everyone who wants to either learn about endurance riding and or advance their knowledge and skills through lectures and power point presentations and question and answer sessions from endurance riders with over 30,000 combined miles of completions and over 100 years of combined experience.
Bring your horse for a vet in at camp and a mock endurance event on day two with vet checks and completion exams. You can go to AERC.org and click on the education tab and then clinics to learn more and download the clinic application or go to Endurance Riders and read the pinned post to download the description and clinic application.
You can message me on Facebook or email me at mikeeverett@embarqmail.com or call 828-781-2274. Space is limited due to camping space.
Wednesday, 22 April 2015
2015 Tevis Cup Educational Ride
DATE: July 3-5, 2015 WHERE: Foresthill Vet Check site on the Tevis trail
Don't be left out! Entries are limited and there are only about 30 more spaces left! The next Tevis Cup Educational Ride isn't until 2017.
What can riders look forward to?
• Two days of riding, three evenings of seminars, two nights of movies to enjoy under the stars.
• A stellar line up of 10 very knowledgeable and experienced speakers with 90 Tevis buckles, 10 Tevis Cups, and 5 Haggin Cups between them.
• A team of 22+ very experienced mentors who share over 150 Tevis buckles between them. Our goal is two education riders per mentor.
• A Master's Division for the experienced Tevis rider who wants a supported and safe pre-ride with their horse over the 'meat' of the Tevis trail. Plus Master riders are invited to the three evenings of educational seminars and all the fun-filled camaraderie.
• A mini-museum showcasing 60 years of Tevis Cup history, and amazing photos of local Gold Rush history.
• A delicious banquet Saturday evening grilled and served by Mike Pickett and his team of top notch chefs. Plus throughout the weekend, there will be a tent stocked with cold liquid refreshments for sale to accompany FREE, delicious, grilled Johnsonville Brats sponsored by Mike Langenfeld.
• A July 4th suspense-filled raffle drawing to declare the winners of three fabulous grand prizes, plus other great prizes.
Can't ride this year? You don't have to miss out. VOLUNTEER and work the ride. Please contact Lori Stewart, Ride Manager at educationride@teviscup.org
Qualifications needed for the volunteer jobs: Friendly and Reliable
1) Water crew to help set up the water stops
2) Banquet meal servers
3) Pulse takers
4) Vet Check general helpers
5) Camp set up Friday morning. Camp clean up Monday morning
6) General help for miscellaneous jobs around camp.
7) Shuttle drivers for early Saturday morning and again starting mid-day on Sunday, plus drivers to transport pulled horses.
For more information and to download an entry to the Tevis Cup Educational Ride, please go to www.Teviscup.org .
Don't be left out! Entries are limited and there are only about 30 more spaces left! The next Tevis Cup Educational Ride isn't until 2017.
What can riders look forward to?
• Two days of riding, three evenings of seminars, two nights of movies to enjoy under the stars.
• A stellar line up of 10 very knowledgeable and experienced speakers with 90 Tevis buckles, 10 Tevis Cups, and 5 Haggin Cups between them.
• A team of 22+ very experienced mentors who share over 150 Tevis buckles between them. Our goal is two education riders per mentor.
• A Master's Division for the experienced Tevis rider who wants a supported and safe pre-ride with their horse over the 'meat' of the Tevis trail. Plus Master riders are invited to the three evenings of educational seminars and all the fun-filled camaraderie.
• A mini-museum showcasing 60 years of Tevis Cup history, and amazing photos of local Gold Rush history.
• A delicious banquet Saturday evening grilled and served by Mike Pickett and his team of top notch chefs. Plus throughout the weekend, there will be a tent stocked with cold liquid refreshments for sale to accompany FREE, delicious, grilled Johnsonville Brats sponsored by Mike Langenfeld.
• A July 4th suspense-filled raffle drawing to declare the winners of three fabulous grand prizes, plus other great prizes.
Can't ride this year? You don't have to miss out. VOLUNTEER and work the ride. Please contact Lori Stewart, Ride Manager at educationride@teviscup.org
Qualifications needed for the volunteer jobs: Friendly and Reliable
1) Water crew to help set up the water stops
2) Banquet meal servers
3) Pulse takers
4) Vet Check general helpers
5) Camp set up Friday morning. Camp clean up Monday morning
6) General help for miscellaneous jobs around camp.
7) Shuttle drivers for early Saturday morning and again starting mid-day on Sunday, plus drivers to transport pulled horses.
For more information and to download an entry to the Tevis Cup Educational Ride, please go to www.Teviscup.org .
Monday, 23 March 2015
The New Raid Yvelines of Rambouillet, France
http://www.endurocheval.com/
Event program
Thursday, April 30th : veterinary inspections – from 3h00pm to 5h00pm.
Friday, May 1st : « Raid Yvelines » CEI*** / AMA Elite GP (160Km) + CEI* / AMA GP (90Km)
6h00am : Departure « Raid Yvelines » CEI*** / AMA Elite GP (160Km)
7h00am : Departure CEI* / AMA GP (90Km)
From 12h30pm : Arrival CEI* / AMA GP (90Km)
From 17h00pm : Arrival « Raid Yvelines » CEI*** / AMA Elite GP (160Km)
19h00pm : Press Podium
19h30pm : Aperitif and meals available to all, awards, screening of the event
Saturday, May 2nd : CEI** / AMA Elite (120Km) + CEIYR** / AMA Elite YR (120Km) + CEI* / AMA GP (90Km)
6h30am : Departure CEI** / AMA Elite (120Km)
7h30am : Departure CEIYR** / AMA Elite YR (120Km)
8h30am : Departure CEI* / AMA GP (90Km)
From 14h00pm : Arrival CEI* / AMA GP (90Km) From 14h30pm : Arrival CEI** / AMA Elite (120Km)
From 15h30pm : Arrival CEIYR** / AMA Elite YR (120Km)
18h00pm : Press Podium
19h00pm : Aperitif and meals, awards, screening of the event
20h00pm : Special evening
Contacts
Alban Llorca
Président de l’association Enduro Cheval
President of the association Enduro Cheval
+33 (0)6 80 91 07 74
Nicolas Berthelot
Responsable de la course et de l’organisation
Race and organisation manager
+ 33 (0)6 08 23 98 53 / nicolas.endurocheval@orange.fr
Philippe Noël
Responsable de la communication
Responsible for the communication
+33 (0)6 83 20 62 66 / noel.conseil@yahoo.fr
Saturday, 14 March 2015
Endurance Clinics Abound!
Endurance 101 Clinic
March 28 2015 - 1:00 pm - 6:00 pm
near Adrian, Oregon
if riding is your passion, perhaps you'd like to try endurance riding!
An unmounted/mounted clinic to introduce you to the sport of AERC Endurance Riding -- we will review how the competitions work, how to prepare the horse and rider and how to have not just success, but fun! There will be a mock vet check, metabolic checks of horses, how to handle trail emergencies, hands on look at equipment, a little bit about feeding and electrolyting, as well as plenty of time for questions and answers. Then Butts in the Saddle entrants will saddle up and go for a ride, cross water, etc. All horses must be group safe. While the clinic is geared toward riders new to the sport, either contemplating trying it, or in their first season or two of competition, I'd be happy to include more advanced info if requested such as moving up in distances etc.. We'll also address horse camping, trail etiquette and safety. I could use a couple veteran rider helpers too.
Cost:Two divisions with a "butt in the saddle" price ($85) and a "butt in the chair" no horse price ($40), we'll still get your hands on a horse for pulse and stuff though. March 28 for the clinic. Going to secure a vet or two for some speaking.
The plan is to keep it “green” and not kill too many trees with paper handouts, but will give you a CD full of information, including internet links, powerpoint presentations, and a ton of reading material that will keep you busy for weeks.
Please register by March 20, just request a registration form and I'll get it off to you. There will be a limited number of "Butts in saddle" spots, no limit for "Butts in Chairs". Thank you!! zap6000@gmail.com If it doesn't fill by March 20 the event will be canceled and checks returned.
Bring a chair, your refreshments, dress for outdoors, and plan to have a good time and make new friends!
Host/speaker: Karen Bumgarner
Veterinarian/speakers: Dr Tom Bergstrom DVM and Dr David Hayes DVM
For more information see:
https://www.facebook.com/events/794024637357900/
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Distance Riding Clinic
April 4 2015 - 9:30 am - 3:30 PM
Serenity Farms
Byron Center, Michigan
An indoor/unmounted clinic to introduce you to the sport of AERC Endurance riding. We will review how the competitions work, how to prepare the horse and rider and how to have not just success, but fun!
Presenters: Rusty Toth, Tevis Cup Winner; Barb Kurti, GLDRA President; Dr Maureen Fehrs, DVM
For more information see:
https://www.facebook.com/events/354925461375435/
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Endurance Ride Clinic 101 & 201
April 25-26 2015
Windfall Ranch - Alpine, California
SATURDAY CLINIC — Through lectures and hands on demos, we will cover the basics of the sport of endurance riding, which will include what the rider needs to know, such as saddle fit, conditioning, setting up your camp, horse nutrition, presenting your horse to the vet, taking your horse’s pulse, what to expect at your first competition, and what to do after the ride. This will benefit seasoned endurance riders as well as those interested in taking the “mysteries”out of endurance riding. Saturday is a NO horse day.
SUNDAY CLINIC — is limited to riders who have already completed an endurance ride or attended Saturday’s Endurance Riding 101 Clinic. Sunday will be an opportunity for riders to participate in a “mock” endurance ride, following a marked course on two 6 mile loops on private trails with a vet check between the loops. There will be an open forum with an opportunity to ask questions that participants may have. There will be a barbeque at the end of the clinic.
For more information see:
http://www.sandiegoenduranceriders.com/
March 28 2015 - 1:00 pm - 6:00 pm
near Adrian, Oregon
if riding is your passion, perhaps you'd like to try endurance riding!
An unmounted/mounted clinic to introduce you to the sport of AERC Endurance Riding -- we will review how the competitions work, how to prepare the horse and rider and how to have not just success, but fun! There will be a mock vet check, metabolic checks of horses, how to handle trail emergencies, hands on look at equipment, a little bit about feeding and electrolyting, as well as plenty of time for questions and answers. Then Butts in the Saddle entrants will saddle up and go for a ride, cross water, etc. All horses must be group safe. While the clinic is geared toward riders new to the sport, either contemplating trying it, or in their first season or two of competition, I'd be happy to include more advanced info if requested such as moving up in distances etc.. We'll also address horse camping, trail etiquette and safety. I could use a couple veteran rider helpers too.
Cost:Two divisions with a "butt in the saddle" price ($85) and a "butt in the chair" no horse price ($40), we'll still get your hands on a horse for pulse and stuff though. March 28 for the clinic. Going to secure a vet or two for some speaking.
The plan is to keep it “green” and not kill too many trees with paper handouts, but will give you a CD full of information, including internet links, powerpoint presentations, and a ton of reading material that will keep you busy for weeks.
Please register by March 20, just request a registration form and I'll get it off to you. There will be a limited number of "Butts in saddle" spots, no limit for "Butts in Chairs". Thank you!! zap6000@gmail.com If it doesn't fill by March 20 the event will be canceled and checks returned.
Bring a chair, your refreshments, dress for outdoors, and plan to have a good time and make new friends!
Host/speaker: Karen Bumgarner
Veterinarian/speakers: Dr Tom Bergstrom DVM and Dr David Hayes DVM
For more information see:
https://www.facebook.com/events/794024637357900/
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Distance Riding Clinic
April 4 2015 - 9:30 am - 3:30 PM
Serenity Farms
Byron Center, Michigan
An indoor/unmounted clinic to introduce you to the sport of AERC Endurance riding. We will review how the competitions work, how to prepare the horse and rider and how to have not just success, but fun!
Presenters: Rusty Toth, Tevis Cup Winner; Barb Kurti, GLDRA President; Dr Maureen Fehrs, DVM
For more information see:
https://www.facebook.com/events/354925461375435/
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Endurance Ride Clinic 101 & 201
April 25-26 2015
Windfall Ranch - Alpine, California
SATURDAY CLINIC — Through lectures and hands on demos, we will cover the basics of the sport of endurance riding, which will include what the rider needs to know, such as saddle fit, conditioning, setting up your camp, horse nutrition, presenting your horse to the vet, taking your horse’s pulse, what to expect at your first competition, and what to do after the ride. This will benefit seasoned endurance riders as well as those interested in taking the “mysteries”out of endurance riding. Saturday is a NO horse day.
SUNDAY CLINIC — is limited to riders who have already completed an endurance ride or attended Saturday’s Endurance Riding 101 Clinic. Sunday will be an opportunity for riders to participate in a “mock” endurance ride, following a marked course on two 6 mile loops on private trails with a vet check between the loops. There will be an open forum with an opportunity to ask questions that participants may have. There will be a barbeque at the end of the clinic.
For more information see:
http://www.sandiegoenduranceriders.com/
Tuesday, 24 February 2015
W: Tevis Educational Ride
Join us Friday, Saturday & Sunday, July 3-5, 2015, for a weekend of education at the Foresthill Mill Site in Foresthill, CA. Riders will enjoy gorgeous views along the scenic Western States Trail.
Tevis Educational Ride Participants will enjoy the following (Details Not Finalized):
• Camping included from Friday, July 3rd through Sunday, July 5th
• Mileage credit towards Tevis requirements for completion
• Ample parking for large rigs and portable pens
• The Tevis Store
• Bring your friends and family to socialize with fellow riders and Tevis veterans
Applications by junior riders who are over 12 and under 18 on ride day will only be considered if accompanied by the entry of an adult rider (21 years or older) as sponsor.
Proceeds will assist the WSTF with trail maintenance and improvements on the Western States Trail.
For fliers and entry forms see:
http://www.teviscup.org/education/2015-tevis-educational-ride
Tevis Educational Ride Participants will enjoy the following (Details Not Finalized):
• Camping included from Friday, July 3rd through Sunday, July 5th
• Mileage credit towards Tevis requirements for completion
• Ample parking for large rigs and portable pens
• The Tevis Store
• Bring your friends and family to socialize with fellow riders and Tevis veterans
Applications by junior riders who are over 12 and under 18 on ride day will only be considered if accompanied by the entry of an adult rider (21 years or older) as sponsor.
Proceeds will assist the WSTF with trail maintenance and improvements on the Western States Trail.
For fliers and entry forms see:
http://www.teviscup.org/education/2015-tevis-educational-ride
W: Nevada Derby I & II
http://www.aerc.org/Calendar/2015NevadaDerby.pdf
HELLO FELLOW ENDURANCE RIDERS ... Come enjoy some great Nevada hospitality by joining us for the 2015 Nevada Derby I & II Endurance Rides.
Washoe Lake State Park is now the permanent home. This is a wonderful venue for putting on a ride. Riders will be able to enjoy many of the same trails used for the Washoe Valley Rides, while participating in the first leg of the NASTR Triple Crown.
There will be a 25 and 50 mile distance for each day. We are once again offering a 15 mile fun ride on Sunday, for riders and/or horses who are not quite ready for a 25/50 mile ride. This won’t be a timed event, just a leisurely trail ride.
The Nevada Derby 50 Mile Ride (day one) is the first test in our NASTR Triple Crown - three rides, of increasing distance and difficulty, through Northern Nevada valleys, deserts, foothills, and mountains (Nevada Derby 50 / April 4th * NASTR 75 / May 30th * VC 100 / September 19th). We invite you to test yourself, and join us in the fun and challenge, as well as the special awards.
Our ride manager this year is Beth Kauffmann (775) 685-9839, Bkauffmann53@yahoo.com, and our ride secretary is Karon Dutcher, (775) 690-2033, karondutcher@gmail.com.
We look forward to seeing you the first weekend in April :)
HELLO FELLOW ENDURANCE RIDERS ... Come enjoy some great Nevada hospitality by joining us for the 2015 Nevada Derby I & II Endurance Rides.
Washoe Lake State Park is now the permanent home. This is a wonderful venue for putting on a ride. Riders will be able to enjoy many of the same trails used for the Washoe Valley Rides, while participating in the first leg of the NASTR Triple Crown.
There will be a 25 and 50 mile distance for each day. We are once again offering a 15 mile fun ride on Sunday, for riders and/or horses who are not quite ready for a 25/50 mile ride. This won’t be a timed event, just a leisurely trail ride.
The Nevada Derby 50 Mile Ride (day one) is the first test in our NASTR Triple Crown - three rides, of increasing distance and difficulty, through Northern Nevada valleys, deserts, foothills, and mountains (Nevada Derby 50 / April 4th * NASTR 75 / May 30th * VC 100 / September 19th). We invite you to test yourself, and join us in the fun and challenge, as well as the special awards.
Our ride manager this year is Beth Kauffmann (775) 685-9839, Bkauffmann53@yahoo.com, and our ride secretary is Karon Dutcher, (775) 690-2033, karondutcher@gmail.com.
We look forward to seeing you the first weekend in April :)
Virginia: Endurance 101 Clinic Postponed Due to Unrelenting, Miserable Cold
The Endurance 101+ clinics scheduled for February have been postponed to March 7th and 8th due to the nasty weather in the eastern part of the country.
• Saturday, March 7th 2015 - AERC Endurance 101 Clinic designed for the beginner and endurance wannabees with lots of fantastic information on how to not only get started in the sport of endurance, but how to succeed from start to finish...and then some!
• Sunday, March 8th 2015 - AERC Beyond The Basics Clinic developed for the more seasoned competitor who wants to up their game, this clinic comes loaded with excellent information to help the rider ride smarter, better, more efficiently, be successful in moving up in distance categories, as well as provide care/conditioning tips for that all important member of your team - your horse.
Registration forms are here:
http://www.olddominionrides.org/seminars.html
• Saturday, March 7th 2015 - AERC Endurance 101 Clinic designed for the beginner and endurance wannabees with lots of fantastic information on how to not only get started in the sport of endurance, but how to succeed from start to finish...and then some!
• Sunday, March 8th 2015 - AERC Beyond The Basics Clinic developed for the more seasoned competitor who wants to up their game, this clinic comes loaded with excellent information to help the rider ride smarter, better, more efficiently, be successful in moving up in distance categories, as well as provide care/conditioning tips for that all important member of your team - your horse.
Registration forms are here:
http://www.olddominionrides.org/seminars.html
Monday, 23 February 2015
Oregon: Endurance 101 Clinic
Hosted by Karen Bumgarner
Saturday March 28 2015
1:00 - 6:00 PM
2 miles down Succor Creek Rd, south of Hwy 201, between Homedale, ID and Adrian, OR.
If riding is your passion, perhaps you'd like to try endurance riding!
We're having an unmounted/mounted clinic to introduce you to the sport of AERC Endurance Riding -- we will review how the competitions work, how to prepare the horse and rider and how to have not just success, but fun! There will be a mock vet check, metabolic checks of horses, how to handle trail emergencies, hands on look at equipment, a little bit about feeding and electrolyting, as well as plenty of time for questions and answers.
Then Butts in the Saddle entrants will saddle up and go for a ride, cross water, etc. All horses must be group safe. While the clinic is geared toward riders new to the sport, either contemplating trying it, or in their first season or two of competition, I'd be happy to include more advanced info if requested such as moving up in distances etc. We'll also address horse camping, trail etiquette and safety. I could use a couple veteran rider helpers too.
Cost: Two divisions with a "butt in the saddle" price ($85) and a "butt in the chair" no horse price ($40), we'll still get your hands on a horse for pulse and stuff though. March 28 for the clinic. Going to secure a vet or two for some speaking.
The plan is to keep it “green” and not kill too many trees with paper handouts, but will give you a CD full of information, including internet links, powerpoint presentations, and a ton of reading material that will keep you busy for weeks.
Please register by March 20, just request a registration form and I'll get it off to you. There will be a limited number of "Butts in saddle" spots, no limit for "Butts in Chairs". Thank you!!
zap6000@gmail.com
If it doesn't fill by March 20 the event will be canceled and checks returned.
Bring a chair, your refreshments, dress for outdoors, and plan to have a good time and make new friends!
For more information and a flyer see:
http://www.endurance.net/misc/2015KBEndurance101Clinic.docx
Saturday March 28 2015
1:00 - 6:00 PM
2 miles down Succor Creek Rd, south of Hwy 201, between Homedale, ID and Adrian, OR.
If riding is your passion, perhaps you'd like to try endurance riding!
We're having an unmounted/mounted clinic to introduce you to the sport of AERC Endurance Riding -- we will review how the competitions work, how to prepare the horse and rider and how to have not just success, but fun! There will be a mock vet check, metabolic checks of horses, how to handle trail emergencies, hands on look at equipment, a little bit about feeding and electrolyting, as well as plenty of time for questions and answers.
Then Butts in the Saddle entrants will saddle up and go for a ride, cross water, etc. All horses must be group safe. While the clinic is geared toward riders new to the sport, either contemplating trying it, or in their first season or two of competition, I'd be happy to include more advanced info if requested such as moving up in distances etc. We'll also address horse camping, trail etiquette and safety. I could use a couple veteran rider helpers too.
Cost: Two divisions with a "butt in the saddle" price ($85) and a "butt in the chair" no horse price ($40), we'll still get your hands on a horse for pulse and stuff though. March 28 for the clinic. Going to secure a vet or two for some speaking.
The plan is to keep it “green” and not kill too many trees with paper handouts, but will give you a CD full of information, including internet links, powerpoint presentations, and a ton of reading material that will keep you busy for weeks.
Please register by March 20, just request a registration form and I'll get it off to you. There will be a limited number of "Butts in saddle" spots, no limit for "Butts in Chairs". Thank you!!
zap6000@gmail.com
If it doesn't fill by March 20 the event will be canceled and checks returned.
Bring a chair, your refreshments, dress for outdoors, and plan to have a good time and make new friends!
For more information and a flyer see:
http://www.endurance.net/misc/2015KBEndurance101Clinic.docx
Tuesday, 10 February 2015
NE: Old Dominion
The No Frills entry form for April 25-26 is up on the OD website and ready to fill out and mail in. The introductory ride is Sunday and that ride will start around 10ish Get your entry form http://www.olddominionrides.org/entryforms.html
Friday, 30 January 2015
NE: Old Dominion Endurance Clinics
REMINDER! Old Dominion Endurance Clinics the weekend of February 21st!
101 on Saturday for new folks; Beyond the Basics on Sunday for folks looking to move up to 100s, improve their horsemanship and learn more about the metabolic issues that face our endurance horses. And besides, Lani Newcomb is presenting -- in and of itself, worth the price of Sunday's admission!
More information at: http://www.olddominionrides.org/seminars.html
101 on Saturday for new folks; Beyond the Basics on Sunday for folks looking to move up to 100s, improve their horsemanship and learn more about the metabolic issues that face our endurance horses. And besides, Lani Newcomb is presenting -- in and of itself, worth the price of Sunday's admission!
More information at: http://www.olddominionrides.org/seminars.html
Wednesday, 28 January 2015
NE: 2015 AERC National Championship
The 2015 AERC National Championship will be held in the beautiful Orkney Springs, Virginia!
We are excited to once again have the honor to host the AERC NC - this being our third time hosting, but our first time using our new Ridecamp and our spectacular new trails in Orkney Springs, VA. Both 50 and 100 mile championships will be run on the same trail system that we use for our June 100 and 50 mile rides.
In the upcoming months we will be developing this event to give you all the details about the upcoming AERC Championship.
The 50 will be held on Thursday, Oct. 8th and the 100 will be held on Saturday, Oct. 10th. Base camp opens Monday, Oct 5th.
Ride managers Joe Selden and Nancy Smart.
longevityfarm@verizon.net
http://www.olddominionrides.org/2015NC.html
We are excited to once again have the honor to host the AERC NC - this being our third time hosting, but our first time using our new Ridecamp and our spectacular new trails in Orkney Springs, VA. Both 50 and 100 mile championships will be run on the same trail system that we use for our June 100 and 50 mile rides.
In the upcoming months we will be developing this event to give you all the details about the upcoming AERC Championship.
The 50 will be held on Thursday, Oct. 8th and the 100 will be held on Saturday, Oct. 10th. Base camp opens Monday, Oct 5th.
Ride managers Joe Selden and Nancy Smart.
longevityfarm@verizon.net
http://www.olddominionrides.org/2015NC.html
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