Volume XVII, Issue 7 April 2007

Bell Oaks Farm

Bell Oaks Farm is a breeding and training facility located on forty acres in Freeport, Illinois. It is owned and operated by Klaus Biesenthal (pictured right with Matteo), with Kathryn Barry (pictured left on Makuba) as the trainer. Bell Oaks primary focus is to breed large American Sportponies and small American Sporthorses with big, correct gaits that are suitable for adults or children. The farm stands several stallions, with the most popular being the American Sportpony Registry approved, imported German Riding , Makuba . In Germany, Makuba produced three approved sons. He has also produced several approved sons in the USA. Makuba’s hundred day test results from Germany were exceptional; receiving 9’s for his trot and canter, as well as for free jumping, willingness to work, and rideability. His most impressive marks were the two 10’s; one for his walk, and the other for his temperament. This super temperament is the attribute with which he always stamps his get. Makuba (pictured right & left) has had a very successful show career here in the USA. He showed in dressage for three seasons, beginning at Training and First Level, then Second and Third, finishing at Prix St. Georges and Intermediare I. Each year Makuba was the Illinois Dressage and Combined Training Association Champion at both levels. In the United States Dressage Federation’s year-end awards for junior young riders, he was second at Training Level in 2001, second at Third Level in 2002, and third at Intermediare I in 2003, competing against as well as . Makuba (pictured below right) has also competed very successfully at Combined . He has won many CDEs at the Intermediate Level in the pairs division, and at the Advanced Level as a single. The highlight of Makuba’s driving career for Klaus was winning the Advanced Single Pony division at the High Prairie CDE in Parker, CO. He will continue to compete at CDEs in 2007 with his new driver, Kathryn. Makuba’s children are following in his footsteps. In 2005, Makuba sired the highest scoring ASPR foal for the year, a beautiful filly named Allure (pictured left). In the same year, he sired the third highest scoring foal, an impressive colt named Matteo (pictured bottom right). His fully approved son, Markus , owned by William Bodard and Carole Wallace, competed this past season for the first time at Training Level, boasting many wins in the open classes. His average score for year-end awards was a 72%. He went to his first CDE, winning the Iron CDE. This young stallion is also proudly standing at Bell Oaks Farm. His first daughter born in 2006, Gemma (pictured below), was Site Champion of her approvals with a First Premium Premier score of 8.1! Another approved Makuba son is beginning to leave his mark on the CDE scene. Driven by Mary Ruth Marks, Adeszko has won several events as a single, and most recently in a pair with his full sister In the fall of 2007, Bell Oaks farm will have the AWR inspect its newest addition, the stallion Tigre . He is currently approved Trakehner, and is by Butow (Mahagoni) out of Taurose (Graditz). Tigre has been evented, and is now focusing on a career in dressage. Bell Oaks Farm always offers a large selection of riding, driving, and breeding prospects for sale. Please visit www.belloaksfarm.com or call 815-235-4031 for more information.

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Performance announces that their young stallion, Barleone (pictured left) took two second place finishes in the schooling jumper division his third out at the A-rated Ledges show March 22-25. He will continue to show at Ledges this spring, and then on to Lamplight and Equifest later this year as he moves up to the 4’ division.

Denis Thornton writes: The subject this time is the Live Oak Combined Driving Event at Ocala, Florida were we felt very privileged to have our entry accepted out of many applicants in view of our significant inexperience at this driving lark and in particular as it was one level higher (Intermediate) than we had competed or trained at; indeed our competition history consisted of only two events at training level and two at preliminary level. So it was with some trepidation that we approached this most significant event (actually USEF qualifying for the Worlds for the advanced level competitors!). There were 21 entries in our division - intermediate single horse. By the end of the first day's dressage round Jean was in 10th place with the youngest horse there, Blue Eyed Dream (pictured right and below) just coming five years old. Day 2 was the cross-country trot section A (6 kilometers = 3.7 miles) with a max permitted time of 24 minutes, the 1k walk only section D - 9:14 max and the marathon section E of 7.4 kilometers (5 miles) with 7 obstacles and 5 gates in each with an overall time allowed of 31:38. Times in the obstacles, or hazards, as they are often referred to (and I can understand why!) are cumulative and some penalty points can also be accrued. We were lucky enough to avoid any penalties (and indeed some misdemeanors can cause instant elimination!) and to come in well within the allowed times, except the walk were we had but a squeaky two seconds to spare. At the end of marathon day we had advanced three places; no mean feat at this level of competition with only five representatives from Florida and the rest coming from as far afield as Canada and California! We certainly gave it our all, as you will see at this youtube video link (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ntudjlZazyw). It was very satisfying to complete these obstacles cleanly and with good times despite the hybrid nature of our vehicle! On the last day Jean did a very nice cones course run within the specified time and, with only one penalty ball down, was able to pull up to sixth place to earn a ribbon at this prestigious show. With the Budweiser Clydesdales and Pat Parelli there, a vintage car show on the Sunday, splendid organization, and simply beautiful weather it was a very fine advertisement for the sport of driving.

Please Note: if a stallion is not listed on our website roster, he does not have a valid breeding permit for 2007.

♦ Registration packets will be sent to all mare owners approximately two weeks prior to the anticipated birth of a new foal. If you have not received your packet, please contact the office and we will send one to you promptly.

♦ After applying for registration, please send in your adorable foal photos for the 2007 Nursery page on the websites (www.americanwarmblood.com and www.americansportpony.com and in the newsletter to [email protected]!)

♦ We are in need of good quality pictures of your horses and ponies. We are specifically looking for show photos and performance photos in all disciplines. We need print quality photos so they must be at least 300 dpi. If you have a picture you would like to let us use please send it via email attachment to [email protected], or mail it to PO Box 197 Carter, MT 59420 along with a release from the photographer and the rider/handler.

American Warmblood Registry/American SportPony Registry ADVERTISING RATES PER ISSUE: P.O. Box 197 Carter MT 59420 Classified: $15 for the first 25 words, then $0.40 each word thereafter. Phone: 406-734-5499~ Fax 775-667-0516 1/4 Page (Vertical only): $45 b/w, $100 color E-Mail: [email protected], [email protected] 1/2 Page (Horizontal only): $75 b/w, $155 color Please note email address: Newsletter notes/photos: Full Page (Black and White): $150 [email protected] Full Page (Color): $325

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Visit www.americanwarmblood.com and www.americansportpony.com ; we have a page of pictures, descriptions, and sizing charts of the products we sell bearing the AWR and ASPR Logos. An order form is also available online.

Jacket $65.00 Vest $55.00 Full-zip front with storm flap. Covered The perfect extra layer indoors and Fleece Pullover $55.00 slash zippered pockets. Stand-up outdoors. This vest has water repellent 1/4 zip pullover made from anti-pill contrast collar with hidden hood. Set in nylon on one side and wind resistant fleece. Elastic cuffs and waistband; sleeves. Inside chest and cell phone 13-ounce fleece on the other. Anti-pill side-entry pockets; matching twill tape pocket. Elasticized cuffs and finish keeps it looking great. Front and in neck and antique nickel zipper teeth. waistband. Half mesh lining. Water back vents with Velcro closures and repellent. Shell: 65% Polyester/35% elastic bottom. Nylon side is double cotton. Sleeve lining: 100% nylon stitched and has zippered slash taffeta. Body lining: 100% Polyester pockets. Fleece side has side-seam mesh. pockets.

Dressage Pad $75.00

Hooded Sweatshirt $35.00 Polo Shirt $30.00 100% Egyptian Midweight fleece pullover, pill-resistant cotton; bias stripe neck tape; 3 button fleece has double lined hood with placket; hemmed sleeves; rib-knit grommets and matching drawcord, collar; side vents; pearlized buttons. muff storage pocket and seamless body. Durable 1 x 1 ribbed cuffs and waistband enforced with spandex to retain shape. Two-needle coverseamed armholes, neck opening, shoulders and bottom band for added durability. Smooth cuff construction with hidden seam. 50% cotton/50% Polyester.

Ball Cap $15.00 Jumper Pad $75.00

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