Half-Halt The Newsletter of the Southeast Virginia Association JUNE 2009 Volume 24, Issue VI

SVDA Wishes to express its sympathies to the Jordan family at 2009 Board of Directors ◊ President the unexpected loss of Danny. Janice Mumford [email protected] Our thoughts and prayers are with you! ◊ Vice President Robyn Nunnally [email protected] ◊ Secretary Ride Times Still Available for SVDA’s Sponsored Tristin Hardy [email protected] Clinic with: ◊ Treasurer Rebecca Kelly Debbie Bowman [email protected] ◊ Schooling Shows Sarah Miller Contact Kathy Rowse at [email protected] or [email protected] ◊ Scholarships 617‐9505 to sign up Sandy Johnson [email protected] ◊ Newsletter Need a Horsey Hairdo? Wendy L. Murray [email protected] Photographer Julian Wolkenstein ◊ Membership styled and photographed Danielle Rowland 757.255.0524 with luscious locks for no particular [email protected] reason – just "to make you smile," ◊ Ways and Means he told the U.K.'s Daily Mail. Corrinne Meadows [email protected] ◊ Awards Carol Gonyo 757.436.2374 [email protected] ◊ Clinics and Programs Kathy Rowse 757.255.0524 [email protected]

◊ SOUTHEAST VIRGINIA DRESSAGE ASSOCIATION IS A GROUP MEMBER OF THE UNITED STATES DRESSAGE ASSOCIATION ◊

SVDA Member Show Scores Gabrielle Fleming and Rioja Reserva Dres- About Half‐Halt sage in the Sandhills----Our first scores in 2 years Dressage in the Sandhills Half‐Halt is published monthly May 8-10, 2009 by the SVDA and provided as a First four 63.68 % and 65.52% service to its members. News Training Level Test 1 items, show results, calendar Deborah Milliken and Gaudi First one 62.33% and 64.16% of events, photos, classifieds 66.957 4th and services directory are 69.565 1st incorporated into the newsletter. Wendy Murray and Judge (Owner Brigitte Peterson) DEADLINE FOR NEWSLETTER 65.870 3rd IS THE 25th OF EACH MONTH Training Level Test 3 Alexis Albright and Judge Wendy L. Murray 67.200 3rd 68.400 3rd Newsletter Editor/Webmaster [email protected] Training Level Test 4 Deborah Milliken and Gaudi 65.600 2nd

SVDA encourages its members Alexis Albright and Judge to submit articles, member 65.200 4th updates, information and 67.200 5th Kya Endreson and Witchazel earned qualifying scores for pictures for publication, 64.00 both BLM’s and Regional’s at third level at the SVDA however, SVDA reserves the Spring Fling show. Kya and Hazel also earned a 71% on their third level musical freestyle at Pinehurst winning the right to edit, reject or use Jamee Albright and Chase Lilo high score award for all freestyles including the three FEI materials as and when (Owner Michelle Brackett) divisions deemed appropriate. 68.000 3rd 62.800 66.400 3rd SVDA Members: First Level Test 1 Wendy Murray and Judge Submit your Show (Owner Brigitte Peterson) 62.333 4th Scores for publication Jamee Albright and Chase Lilo in Half-Halt by (Owner Michelle Brackett) 60.000 5th emailing Wendy at 61.333

[email protected] Sandy Johnson and DavignAir 74.667 1st 64.333

First Level Test 4 Sandy Johnson and DavignAir Tristin Hardy and D’Allegra (owned by Rebecca Kelly) 67.368 3rd won their first level class with a 68% 62.895

First Level USDF Musical Freestyle Sandy Johnson and DavignAir 67.368 3rd

Tristin Hardy and Zefirelli (owned by Rebecca Kelly) move up to second level at Pinehurst placing high in their classes. Visit us online: (pictured right) www.gosvda.org

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2009 Clinics More SVDA Member…..

KRIS MONTGOMERY - SAT June 6 - farm TBA in Virginia Beach USDF "L Certifed Judge, USDF Bronze, Silver and Gold Medalist USDF Certified Instructor Juniors and Young Rid- ers $15 Adults over 21 $20 Closing date is Friday May 29th

DEBBIE BOWMAN - Sat and Sun June 27/28 Sat: At Silverleaf Farm in Suffolk Sun: At Princess Anne Farm in VaBch Cost: $65 / lesson The closing date is Weds June 17th Members are allowed 1 lesson Tristin Hardy and D’Allegra (owned by Rebecca until after the closing date Kelly) place 2nd and 3rd in their third level classes at Pinehurst.

Carol Gonyo’s New Patron He is 17-3 hands A Registered Friesian Sporthorse His sire is Flurry of CA-Lynn - making him FA Patriot's half-brother (Photos by Lindsey Hardmen)

Members please Note that SVDA is paying for a small portion of each clinic to give our members an opportunity to get a lesson with a very qualified FEI trainer at a lower cost. You MUST be a member to participate.

Clinics and Programs Coordinator Kathy Rowse [email protected]

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SVDA Shows & Volunteers VOLUNTEERS NEEDED FOR AUGUST 9 SVDA Please Note there’s a new division: Walk‐Trot‐Leadline ! This is a great RECOGNIZED SHOW AT opportunity for the little ones to participate in SVDA Schooling shows! CARLTON FARMS….

2009 Show Schedule Date Location Judge Open Close 3/15 Bridlewood Estates, Suffolk Tristin Hardy 2/23 3/2 4/19 Happy Valley ,Suffolk Sandy Johnson 3/16 4/6 5/10 Sterling Meadows,Va Beach Janice Mumford 4/13 4/27 PLEASE NOTE…. 5/24 Bridlewood Estates* Janice Mumford 4/27 5/11 ‐Late entries are taken on a 6/21 Merry Oaks, Windsor Margaret Little 5/11 6/08 7/5 Terra Ceia Farm, Suffolk Kris Montgomery 6/8 6/22 first come, first served 8/2 Bridlewood Estates* Kris Montgomery 7/6 7/20 basis to fill scratches. With 8/23 Starlite Dressage @ HVEC* Sandy Johnson 7/20 8/10 paid $5.00 late fee per 9/13 Charity Neck Farm Nicky Vogel 8/17 8/31 class. 9/20 Bridlewood Estates* Janice Mumford 8/24 9/7 ‐Ride Time Requests NEED 10/11 Princess Anne, Va Beach Nancy Lowey 9/14 9/28 NOT BE HONORED! 11/8 Marturia Farm, Chesapeake Deri Jeffers 10/12 10/26 ‐Entries MUST include *Show is only SANCTIONED by SVDA* current negative coggins if Date: June 19 not already on file

Location: Merry Oaks, Windsor VA ‐Entries MUST be mailed to Entry Secretary (1): Sarah Miller 13561 Courthouse Way, Smithfield, VA 23430; Entry Secretary. Emailed [email protected] entries will not be honored Show Secretary A.M./PM(1):

Show Secretary P.M. (1): Allison Taylor Ring Transportation to (1):

Ring Set up: (4) : Julie Shilling, Christina Roberts Lunches & snacks (1): Julie Shilling SVDA appreciates your Scribe A.M. (1): Karen Barnard participation and support! Scribe P.M. (1): Debbie Basta Ring Steward A.M. (1): R. Edmundson Ring Steward P.M. (1): M. Winchell Volunteer Coordinator Robyn Nunnally Runner A.M. (1): Carol Jordan [email protected] Runner P. M. (1): Nikki Jordan Ring Take Down (4): Ring Transportation from (1): SVDA Rep – a.m. p.m. -

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SVDA Prize list for ALL Schooling shows Except November Championship Show

SVDA, INC

CLASS LIST 1. Intro A 15. Second Level Test 3 OPEN (Championship Qualifier) 2. Intro B (Championship Qualifier) 16. Second Level Test 4 OPEN 3. Training Level Test 1 OPEN 17. Third Level Test 1 OPEN 4. Training Level Test 2 OPEN 18. Third Level Test 2 OPEN 5. Training Level Test 3 OPEN (Championship Qualifier) 19. Third Level Test 3 OPEN 6. Training Level Test 4 OPEN 20. Fourth Level Test 1 OPEN 7. Training Level TOC* JR 21. Fourth Level Test 2 OPEN 8. First Level Test 1 OPEN 22. Fourth Level Test 3 OPEN/ 9. First Level Test 2 OPEN 23. FEI TOC* (PSG, I-1, I-2, GP, Junior, Young Rider) OPEN 10. First Level Test 3 OPEN (Championship Qualifier) 24. MFS USDF/FEI TOC 11. First Level Test 4 OPEN 25. Suitability for Dressage 12. First Level TOC* JR 26. Dressage Equitation 13. Second Level Test 1 OPEN 27. Dressage Equitation Lead line 14. Second Level Test 2 OPEN

Every class offered herein which is covered by the rules and specifications of the current USEF rule book and will be conducted and judged in accordance therewith. - Any test may be used for 3rd Level and higher as a Schooling Show Championships qualifier(3rd Level Test 2 will be the Championship class, 4th Level Test 2 will be the Championship class) - TOC = Test of Choice, you must ride in the open championship qualifier classes to qualify. TOC classes will not count PRIZE LIST DIRECTIVES AWARDS: • 6 ribbons in each class. • Unclaimed ribbons and trophies will NOT be mailed. Entries: • Completed Entries are to be mailed to the Show Secretary and must be received by the closing date. • Post entries are taken on a first come, first served basis to fill scratches. With paid $5.00 late fee per class. • Entries received after the show closing date will be returned or placed on a waiting list. • All entries must be typed or printed on a SVDA Schooling Show Form (may be copied) and include: y Original Handwritten Signatures: Rider, or Parent (if applicable); y Photocopy of NEGATIVE Coggins test (through the show date). The date, accession #, and owner’s name and address MUST BE LEGIBLE. Coggins must come with entry/or be on file or the entry will not be processed • Check or money order made payable to “SVDA, Inc.” and mailed with the completed entry to SHOW SECRETARY.

FEES: $20.00 (For Members Only)Training thru FEI Levels , USDF/FEI Musical Freestyle $25.00 Non-Member Training thru FEI Levels USDF/FEI Musical Freestyle $10.00 Each for classes 25, 26, and 27 Other Fees: $10.00 Non compete horse fee $5.00 Late entry fee per ride for entries received after closing date $35.00 Bounced check charge REFUNDS: No refunds after closing date for any reason, unless you have a vet note before the date of the show. • Management reserves the right to cancel classes inadequately filled, combine classes, and to make other necessary changes. Management reserves the right to add or substitute judges. TIMES: Times will be posted on website. www.gosvda.org

OTHER: • Recognition: This show is recognized by SVDA. • Proper headgear must be worn at all times when on horseback.

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Southeast Virginia Dressage Association Schooling Show Entry

Entry Rules: Entries open one month prior to show date and close on Monday, two (2) weeks prior to the show. A late fee of $5.00 per class will apply if you enter after the closing date or if our signed entry is not received paid in full with a current Coggins test copy before the day of the show. (Late Fees: $25 per ride for SVDA Members, $30 per ride for non‐members). A current negative Coggins copy is required with each entry. USEF Rules Apply! PLEASE NOTE: SVDA DOES NOT ALLOW ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGES OF ANY KIND ON THE SHOW PREMISES RETURNED CHECK NOTIFICATION: The current bank rate charge will apply to a RETURNED check for ANY reason. SVDA Treasurer will contact member to arrange payment. If payment is not made within thirty (30) days, the member will be suspended with all rights and priveleges revoked until payment is made. Suspended members WILL NOT receive credit for scores earned while on suspension and will NOT be eligible for year end awards.

Refund Policy: Refunds will only be issued with presentation of vet certificate!

ENTRY FORM Rider Name: ______Horse Name: ______

Street Name: ______City: ______State/Zip: ______

E‐Mail Address: ______Home Ph: ______Cell Phone: ______

In case of Emergency Contact: NAME: ______Phone Number: ______

Show Date: ______Location: ______

‐Introductory Level through FEI ‐Junior (JR) Test of Choice (Training through Second Level)

‐ Dressage Equitation ($20.00 /class) ‐ Dressage Suitability ($20.00 /class) ‐Walk/Trot Leadline Equitation ($5.00/class)

‐Musical Freestyle (Training‐FEI) ‐Non‐Compete Horse Fee $10.00 (with signed waiver and current Coggins)

Riders must be prepared to ride in a small arena for Introductory Level through First Level Test 2.

TEST LEVEL Entry Fees: $20.00TEST per NUMBER class /SVDA Member ‐ $25.00 per class/NON‐Member FEES

Make Checks Payable to SVDA

Dressage Equitation ($20.00) Walk/Trot Leadline Equitation ($5.00)

Dressage Suitability ($20.00)

Non‐Compete Horse Fee ($10.00)

TOTAL:

AGREEMENT AND HOLD HARMLESS.‐ The Equine Activity Liability laws of the State of Virginia, VA Code Ann. Sec 3.2‐6200‐6203state among its statutory provisions that , “NOTICE: Intrinsic dangers in equine activity, include (i) the propensity of equines to behave in ways that may result in injury, harm, or death to persons on or around them; (ii) the unpre‐ dictability of an equine’s reaction to such things as sounds, sudden movement, and unfamiliar objects, persons, or other animals; (iii) certain hazards such as surface and subsur‐ face conditions; (iv) collisions with other animals or objects; and (v) the potential of a participant acting in a negligent manner that may contribute to injury to the participant or others, such as failing to maintain control over the equine or not acting within the participant’s ability.” No Participant nor any participant’s parent, guardian, or representative shall have or make any claim against or recover from any equine activity sponsor, equine professional, or any other person for injury, loss, damage, or death of the participant resulting from any of the intrinsic dangers of equine activities. It is further understood that each owner, rider, spectator, and other participants assume any and all risks of loss or injury and agrees to hold harmless, regardless of negligent acts or omissions SVDA, Inc., USDF, USEF, its instructors, officers, directors, agents, show management, show commit‐ tee, and all other personnel.

Signature: ______Print Name: ______Date: ______

(A Parent MUST sign if Rider is Under 18 Years of Age)

*PLEASE NOTE* NOT ALL ENTRY SECRETARIES EMAIL RIDE TIMES ‐ PLEASE CALL ENTRY SECRETARY OR CHECK SVDA WEBSITE IF YOU HAVE NOT RECEIVED RIDE TIMES BY THE FRI‐ DAY PRIOR TO THE SHOW

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The Newsletter of the Southeast Virginia Dressage Association

Wendy L. Murray 124 Rockland Terrace Suffolk, VA 23434 Tel. 757.328.3700 E-Mail: [email protected] Web: www.gosvda.org

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