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Calendar of Events and Clinics   
Policy:  Calendar Listings can only be accepted from Members of  DVCTA. 
                     But the Event or Clinic does NOT have to be DVCTA sponsored.          
INDICATES DVCTA SPONSORED ACTIVITIES 
March                                                                                                                          2010
12 Just added! A Friday Dressage Schooling Show at Practical Dressage and Eventing! Judge 'Elsie Kellerman' 'R'  We'll start late in the morning and run through the dinner hour for those of you with 'day jobs'......information and entry on website www.practicaldressageandeventing.com or contact Mary at (610) 952-1779. (Judge TBA)
13

OVCTA Dressage Fix-a-Test or Lesson with Pam Wooding (R judge) at Horizon Hill Farm. FMI to Kim at kimndan@att.net or phone: 610-574-3378

13

Fix a Test at Laurel Hill        Postponed

7-13 SOUTHERN PINES ADULT CAMP  Fee: $1,600 includes hotel room, all meals, board, seminars and two riding lessons per day. Dressage lessons are private and jumping is in pairs. Professional instructors include: Will Faudree, Nanci Lindroth, Charley Plumb, Gina Fiore, Mark Weissbecker, Becka Vick, Libby Moody and others who specialize in Dressage, X-C and Show Jumping. X-C schools will be at Tamarack Farm and Winter Book Farm. Come & get ready for Southern Pines Horse Trials March 13-14, 2010Call 910-245-7330 or email lcm@pinehurst.net for brochure.
14 Jumper Show @ Practical Dressage & Eventing. Tables I, II and Gamblers choice. Information and entry on website www.practicaldressageandeventing.com or contact Mary (610) 952-1779 for more information.
20 Dressage at Red Bridge OVCTA schooling show  www.straightforwarddressage.com for prizelist and entry form. Location: 1 Red Bridge Lane, West Chester, PA 19382 Contact person: Cheryle Oshman Blunt  officehero@straightforwarddressage.com
20 Jane Sleeper at Lewisville Stables. M a k e   t h e   Most  of  Stadium   , Join Jane Sleeper, multiple winner of Best Conditioned Horse at FHI CCI *** for a informative discussion and riding clinic. Jane will give you 4 Star advice for conditioning your horse. A great clinic for beginners through advanced rider and horses. Too Cold? Bad footing ? Ride indoor ! Information  jcjkhunt@comcast.net or Call 302-275-5089
20 DVCTA Schooling Show at Laurel Hill Farm  Entries Closed March 16th
20 Willow Run Combined Training and Horse Trials at Book Family Farm - www.willowruncombinedtraining.com
21
DVCTA's Marilyn O. Heath Judge's education fund invites you to  an afternoon of judge training with  Anne Rawle  on March 21st at New Bolton Center in Kennett Square, PA Note:
Our fearless leader Jessica Ransehousen has unfortunately had to cancel leading the judges' clinic on March 21st, as she has been called out of the country over that weekend.
The good news is that Anne Rawle is graciously willing to step in and take over the reins that day, Anne is a USEF 'S'  judge with years of experience judging, training, and breeding sport horses.
Learn more about Anne and Watermark Farm at the following website

She will be discussing the ins and outs of judging second, third and fourth levels, using video and a participatory format. It is an excellent opportunity for anyone interested in improving their judging skills, and for those riding or hoping to ride at those levels. Sponsored by DVCTA's Marilyn O. Heath Judge's education fund  Time 12:30pm to 5:00 pm The cost is $25.00 per person, or $20.00 for DVCTA Members Refreshments will be served All are welcome!!!

Please RSVP to Anne Moss annemoss@verizon.net or call 610-380-1518.
22 DVCTA Presents "Common Tendon and Ligament Injuries in the Sport Horse" with Dr. Mary Griffin, Monday March 22, 2010 @ 7 PM Alumni Hall @ New Bolton. The lecture will focus on common tendon and ligament injuries found in non-racing sport horses in North America. Topics covered will include diagnosis, management and treatment options. This lecture is free to all members and $5 for nonmembers. Seating is limited so those interested in attending please contact Carol Swetlin at cbswet@aol.com or 610-869-3318.
27

OVCTA Pam Wiedemann Jumping Clinic, Firefly Farm, Glenmoore, PA. FMI to Annemarie at amcochrane1@aol.com or phone: 484-432-5338.

27 Dressage and CT schooling show Blue Goose Stable, LLC 
28 DVCTA presents a Gymnastics Jumping Clinic with Kate Ditchey Hicks  at Cedar Springs Farm 538 Gum Tree Rd, Cochranville, PA. Kate will be available to teach both group and private lessons. Group and private lessons for members are $50 and $60. For nonmembers $60 and $70. Checks made out to DVCTA should be sent to Carol Swetlin 300 Hannum Mill Rd, West Grove, PA 19390
   
April                                                                                                                          2010
TBA

Dressage Clinic with JJ Tate .Postponed  Will continue to see if possible to run later this year.

2 Natural Horsemanship Fix it Clinic with Sam Brown www.bluegoosestable.com
3 Please join us at Southwind Ranch for our semi-annual Enchanted Trail Ride!    Ride a beautiful enchanted trail wide enough for 2.  Groups are encouraged. Go at your own pace. Treasure Hunt! Medieval Gaming Demo!  Food Available! 20$ per rider No special dress, just protective headgear and proof of negative coggins. Call Lorre for more info or to sign up: 856-364-9690  Southwind Ranch LLC
3 Willow Run Combined Training Event / Trials Middletown DE. For registration and details go to www.willowruncombinedtraining.com
10
EQUIMUSIC at Practical Dressage and Eventing.  Find the music that works for you and your horse in the walk, trot, and canter.  "I have not had this much fun riding a horse in a long time"....."I would encourage anyone interested in a Freestyle to come and work with Mike Matson!"  $85 p/hr long session. contact maryg@practicaldressageandeventing.com or (610) 952-1779.
10 / 11th

OVCTA & LVDA Host a Clinic with Gigi Nutter at Toland Farm, Fleetwood, PA. FMI Criss Reber at fancyfeet97@hotmail.com or phone: 610-780-6665

11 DVCTA Schooling Show at Practical Dressage and Eventing
12 Monday Night Lecture Series: Current Therapies in Equine Sports Medicine with Dr Stacey Kent, Equigen LLC, 125 White Horse Rd, Cochranville, PA 19330  , Free for DVCTA members & $5 for nonmembers. Contact Carol Swetlin  (cbswet@aol.com ) 610-869-3318. or Sarah Campbell (scampbell01@verizone.net )  610-304-0947
17

The Young Riders in my barn are organizing a fix a test to help raise money for the Jr Teams to compete in July at Morven Park.  With the Help of Anne Moss we are hoping to have a fun educational day. Please if you know anyone interested please pass along the attached flyer..Where: Second Nature Farm, 420 Catamount Road, Oxford PA 19363  Contact: Devon Seery ddozer135@aol.com   Info: Flyer

17
Laurie Jakobauskas Jumping Clinic at Practical Dressage and Eventing.  Beginners through Advanced. www.practicaldressageandeventing.com or contact Mary at (610) 952-1779
17 Dressage and CT schooling show Blue Goose Stable, LLC at Yarmouth
17 Willow Run Combined Training and Horse Trials at Book Family Farm - www.willowruncombinedtraining.com
18 Gabriel Armando Clinic FEI "I" judge and competitor at  Blue Goose Stable .   FMI BlueGooseStable@verizon.net  visit our website BlueGooseStable.com  contact Darcy at 610 999 5231
18
Lunch & Learn - Saddle Fitting Lecture with Saddle Maker Fred Taht at New Bolton CenterFred holds a certification from the Master Saddler Society UK as a Qualified Saddle Fitter and has been involved with saddle repair, fitting, design and manufacturing for over 10 years.  Fred is a co-founder of Custom Saddlery and has personally fitted thousands of horses.  The criteria of a well fitting saddle will be discussed with relevance to horse and rider anatomy.  Real horses/saddles will be evaluated (weather permitting).  $12 DVCTA members including lunch. $15 non-members. Three participants will have the chance to have their current saddle evaluated for free with their horse at the lecture. Contact: JoAnne Nightingale  JoAnne@PlumShadeFarm.com  Reservations must be made in advance for this lecture! Click here for Registration Form

 

18 FCDA Schooling show & CT. location TBA. visit www.frenchcreekdressage.org for entry form and details, including show series high score awards
23-25 Eventing Camp -Blue Goose Stable. Three days of dressage. cross country and stadium. Levels up to Novice. www.BlueGooseStable.com
23
Friday  DRESSAGE SCHOOLING SHOW at Practical Dressage and Eventing.
We'll start at around the noon hour and run through the evening for those with 'day jobs'!  Prize list and entry available on the website  www.practicaldressageandeventing.com or contact Mary at (610 952-1779
24 Dressage at Red Bridge OVCTA schooling show  www.straightforwarddressage.com for prizelist and entry form. Location: 1 Red Bridge Lane, West Chester, PA 19382 Contact person: Cheryle Oshman Blunt  officehero@straightforwarddressage.com
24-25 Clinic with Jose Mendez & Colleen Kelly at Happily Ever After Farm in West Chester PA. Spanish born Jose Mendez started his training in classical dressage at an early age of 12 at the famous Riding School of Equestrian Art (the Royal School in Spain) where he gained extensive knowledge and training in all aspects of classical dressage including airs above the ground. Jose competes and trains many National Champion stallions, and has been selected to represent Australia internationally at Grand Prix. He is an Official Coach Educator for the Equestrian Federation and one of only 3 ISRB Level 3 coaches world-wide. His starring roles in performances at gala evening shows always leave audiences spell-bound, and his in-hand and long rein work shows a remarkable level of expertise and lightness that delight us all. His genuine kindness to both horses & riders shows you how to build a wonderful connection with your horse! Don’t miss this rare opportunity to ride with this dressage master. Contact  JoAnne@PlumShadeFarm.com Auditors welcome - $25/day. Click here for rider application.  Click here for Auditor Info./Lunch Order Form  
24 Dinner with Jose Mendez & Colleen Kelly. Come join us for a small group dinner with these two internationally famous riders/trainers. Contact: JoAnne Nightingale JoAnne@PlumShadeFarm.com Group limited to 10 people, so please reserve your spot soon.
26 Monday Night Lecture Series: How to Get your Horse Fit with Dr Kevin Keane, at New Bolten Center Alumni Hall from 7-9 PM. Grab a friend and come along for an informative lecture on  how to get your horse ready for the show  session.. Free for DVCTA members & $5 for nonmembers. Contact Carol Swetlin  (cbswet@aol.com ) 610-869-3318. or Sarah Campbell (scampbell01@verizone.net )  610-304-0947
30- May 1-2
Dr. Thomas Ritter Classical Dressage Clinic April 30, May 1, 2, 2010 at Southwind Ranch and Vineyard in Millville, NJ.  For more details please email Yasmin at yazeroo@gmail.com or call 405-612-3543.  Dr. Ritter's website: www.artisticdressage.com    Here is the official flyer
   
May                                                                                                                         2010
1 Willow Run Combined Training Event / Trials Middletown DE. For registration and details go to http://www.willowruncombinedtraining.com
8-9 OVCTA & USDF Region 1 Adult Clinic with Charlotte Bredahl-Baker at Riveredge Farm, Chesapeake City, MD. FMI Kim 610-404-7050
8 Dressage schooling show Blue Goose Stable, LLC 
9 Gabriel Armando Clinic FEI "I" judge and competitor at  Blue Goose Stable .   FMI BlueGooseStable@verizon.net  visit our website BlueGooseStable.com  contact Darcy at 610 999 5231
10  Monday Night Lecture Series: The Latest in Lyme Desease with Dr. Mark Donaldson, at New Bolten Center Alumni Hall from 7-9 PM. Grab a friend and come along for an informative lecture on  Lyme's desease.. Free for DVCTA members & $5 for nonmembers. Contact Gail Bowden (glmbowden@aol.com)  or  Sarah Campbell (scampbell01@verizon.net )
15 Willow Run Combined Training and Horse Trials at Book Family Farm - www.willowruncombinedtraining.com
19 Dressage at Blue Goose I  USEF/USDF Rec. Show Blue Goose Stable, LLC 
22 DVCTA Schooling Show at Blue Rock Farm
22 Jane Sleeper at Lewisville Stables. Finally   Fix  a  Problem , Join Jane Sleeper, multiple winner of Best Conditioned Horse at FHI CCI *** for a informative discussion and riding clinic. Jane will give you 4 Star advice for conditioning your horse.  A great clinic for beginners through advanced rider and horses. Too Cold? Bad footing ? Ride indoor ! Information  jcjkhunt@comcast.net or Call 302-275-5089
30 FCDA Schooling Show at Foals Paradise Farm, Ephrata, Pa. visit www.frenchcreekdressage.org for entry form and details, including show series high score awards
29

OVCTA Dressage Show & Combined Test at Radnor Pony Club Grounds, Radnor, PA. FMI Bobbi at Soosr99@aol.com or 610-207-2915

 
June                                                                                                                         2010
5 Dressage schooling show Blue Goose Stable, LLC 
5 Willow Run Combined Training Event / Trials Middletown DE. For registration and details go to www.willowruncombinedtraining.com
12-13 Dressage At Fair Hill, USEF/USDF/AQHA Recognized www.dvcta.org
19 OVCTA Dressage Show at Horizon Hill, Glenmoore, PA. FMI Bobbi at Soosr99@aol.com or 610-207-2915
22 FCDA Schooling Show at Hidden Fox Farm, Mohnton, Pa. visit www.frenchcreekdressage.org for entry form and details, including show series high score awards
26 Dressage at Red Bridge OVCTA schooling show  www.straightforwarddressage.com for prizelist and entry form. Location: 1 Red Bridge Lane, West Chester, PA 19382 Contact person: Cheryle Oshman Blunt  officehero@straightforwarddressage.com
   
July                                                                                                                       2010
2 DVCTA Schooling Show at Blue Goose Stable
3 Willow Run Combined Training Event / Trials Middletown DE. For registration and details go to www.willowruncombinedtraining.com 
7 Dressage at Blue Goose II  USEF/USDF Rec. Show Blue Goose Stable, LLC 
11
DVCTA Horse Trials,  July 11th  2010.  Carousel Park, Wilmington, DE Contact Mary Grace 610-857-2785 if you would like to assist on the DVCTA Horse Trials Committee or for additional info on other events.
10-11

OVCTA Eventing Clinic with Karen O’Connor at Laurel Hill Farm in Unionville, PA. FMI Jane at Janewbeck@yahoo.com or 610-856-1242

13 Dressage and CT schooling show Blue Goose Stable, LLC 
18 FCDA Schooling Show at Hunter Hill Farm visit www.frenchcreekdressage.org for entry form and details, including show series high score awards
19-23
Summer Day Camp at Practical Dressage and Eventing.
For Aspiring riders (ages 8-15 yrs) with an emphasis on USPC riding standards from the D1-C2 level. Instruction provided by successful upper level dressage/eventing competitors who are full-time equine professionals and are products of the traditional pony club system.
Session 2   8/9-8/13/10
Additional information will be available on the website shortly  www.practicaldressageandeventing.com
Mary Grace (610) 952-1779
27 Dressage and CT schooling show Blue Goose Stable, LLC 
   
August                                                                                                                     2010
7 National Flamingo Dressage schooling show Blue Goose Stable, LLC 
7 Willow Run Combined Training Event / Trials Middletown DE. For registration and details go to www.willowruncombinedtraining.com
9-13
Summer Day Camp at Practical Dressage and Eventing.
For Aspiring riders (ages 8-15 yrs) with an emphasis on USPC riding standards from the D1-C2 level. Instruction provided by successful upper level dressage/eventing competitors who are full-time equine professionals and are products of the traditional pony club system.
Additional information will be available on the website shortly  www.practicaldressageandeventing.com
Mary Grace (610) 952-1779
11 Dressage at Blue Goose III  USEF/USDF Rec. Show Blue Goose Stable, LLC 
14 Dressage at Red Bridge OVCTA schooling show  www.straightforwarddressage.com for prizelist and entry form. Location: 1 Red Bridge Lane, West Chester, PA 19382 Contact person: Cheryle Oshman Blunt  officehero@straightforwarddressage.com
22
DVCTA Horse Trials August 22nd, 2010.  Carousel Park, Wilmington, DE  Contact Mary Grace 610-857-2785 if you would like to assist on the DVCTA Horse Trials Committee or for additional info on other events.
 
29 FCDA Schooling Show at Hidden Fox Farm, Mohnton, Pa. visit www.frenchcreekdressage.org for entry form and details, including show series high score awards
29 DVCTA Schooling Show at Springdale Farm
Sept.                                                                                                                       2010
4 Willow Run Combined Training Event / Trials Middletown DE. For registration and details go to www.willowruncombinedtraining.com
11 Dressage and CT schooling show Blue Goose Stable, LLC 
19 FCDA Schooling Show at Foals Paradise Farm, Ephrata, Pa. visit www.frenchcreekdressage.org for entry form and details, including show series high score awards
25 DVCTA Championship  Show at Practical Dressage and Eventing
   
   
Oct.                                                                                                                       2010
2 Dressage schooling show Blue Goose Stable, LLC 
2 Willow Run Combined Training Event / Trials Middletown DE. For registration and details go to www.willowruncombinedtraining.com
23 Dressage at Red Bridge OVCTA schooling show  www.straightforwarddressage.com for prizelist and entry form. Location: 1 Red Bridge Lane, West Chester, PA 19382 Contact person: Cheryle Oshman Blunt  officehero@straightforwarddressage.com
24 FCDA Schooling Show and CT Event at Journey's End Farm, Glenmoore, Pa. visit www.frenchcreekdressage.org for entry form and details, including show series high score awards
   
   
Nov.                                                                                                                       2010
6 Dressage and CT schooling show Blue Goose Stable, LLC 
6 Willow Run Combined Training Event / Trials Middletown DE. For registration and details go to www.willowruncombinedtraining.com
   
   
   
   
Dec.                                                                                                                       2010
4 Willow Run Combined Training Event / Trials Middletown DE. For registration and details go to www.willowruncombinedtraining.com
4-5 Hassler Dressage is proud to be hosting a special educational weekend with Olympian Debbie McDonald. We will present this fantastic two day event Saturday and Sunday, December 4th and 5th at the spectacular new Training Complex at Riveredge. This event is open to all auditors! Clinic Information
   
   
   
 

 

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