Guest Editorial by Alex Jackson and Peyton...
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As Peyton and I head off to our colleges (Peyton to Penn State and me to Virginia Tech) for the start of our freshman year, we wanted to take this opportunity to thank the VADA/Nova community. You ALL have done so much for the two of us (and many more) that we will remember forever. I asked Peyton to give me her thoughts about how the organization has impacted her life-- she responded with, "When I started with VADA/Nova, I volunteered at a couple events a year, but spent most of my involve- ment in competing. Over the years, however, as my family and I got more involved we began to make more personal connections and were welcomed into the community. As I got older, my family and I volunteered more frequently and became engrained in the chapter. It was on those days when we volunteered that I sincerely appreciated all that VADA/Nova had done for me and my family. Our time with VADA/Nova not only brought my family closer together, but also enabled personal growth in character and gave us the opportunities to make life-long friends." Peyton and I would not have become such close friends if it weren't for this fabulous organization. I have been taught to be inde- pendent and accomplish tasks in a timely manner as well as work with a team to maximize the productivity. If I had to pick the most valuable trait learned through VADA/ Nova, it would be my comfort level around adults. Being surrounded by adults forced me to behave in a mature, professional manner and take on any responsibility they gave me at shows...and that was no easy task for an 8 year old. We all know those tests weren't going to run themselves! (I still love to run tests!) I believe I can speak for both Peyton and myself when I say that we've acquired skills and traits that we will use throughout the remainder of our lives! In closing, to all the young mem- bers of VADA/Nova-- I believe it would be in your best interest to step up and take advantage of ALL the op- portunities this organization has to offer; everyone wants to see you succeed! Thank you again and we will be back to volunteer whenever we are home! Much appreciation, Alex Jackson and Peyton Morris Guest Editorial by Alex Jackson and Peyton Morris VADA/Nova, Inc. VADA IS A USDF GROUP MEMBER ORGANIZATION. THEIR MEMBERS ARE AUTOMATICALLY USDF GROUP MEMBERS. Publication Deadline in Piaffe & Passage is the 20th. VADA/Nova WEB SITE: http://www.vadanova.org Membership Applications should be sent to: Barbara Pickering PO Box 354 Haymarket, VA 20168-0354 Send all other inquires to: VADA/Nova Inc., P.O.Box 398 Hamilton, VA 20159 Volume 43, Issue 9 September 2014 Peyton and Alex
Transcript of Guest Editorial by Alex Jackson and Peyton...
As Peyton and I head off to our colleges
(Peyton to Penn State and me to Virginia
Tech) for the start of our freshman year, we
wanted to take this opportunity to thank the
VADA/Nova community. You ALL have
done so much for the two of us (and many
more) that we will remember forever.
I asked Peyton to give me her thoughts
about how the organization has impacted her
life-- she responded with, "When I started
with VADA/Nova, I volunteered at a couple
events a year, but spent most of my involve-
ment in competing. Over the years, however,
as my family and I got more involved we
began to make more personal connections and
were welcomed into the community. As I got
older, my family and I volunteered more
frequently and became engrained in the
chapter. It was on those days when we
volunteered that I sincerely appreciated all
that VADA/Nova had done for me and my
family. Our time with VADA/Nova not only
brought my family closer together, but also
enabled personal growth in character and gave
us the opportunities to make life-long friends."
Peyton and I would not have become such
close friends if it weren't for this fabulous
organization. I have been taught to be inde-
pendent and accomplish tasks in a timely
manner as well as work with a team to
maximize the productivity. If I had to pick the
most valuable trait learned through VADA/
Nova, it would be my comfort level around
adults. Being surrounded by adults forced me
to behave in a mature, professional manner
and take on any responsibility they gave me at
shows...and that was no easy task for an 8 year
old. We all know those tests weren't going to
run themselves! (I still love to run
tests!) I believe I can speak for both
Peyton and myself when I say that
we've acquired skills and traits that we
will use throughout the remainder of
our lives!
In closing, to all the young mem-
bers of VADA/Nova-- I believe it
would be in your best interest to step
up and take advantage of ALL the op-
portunities this organization has to
offer; everyone wants to see you
succeed! Thank you again and we will
be back to volunteer whenever we are
home!
Much appreciation,
Alex Jackson and Peyton Morris
Guest Editorial by Alex Jackson and Peyton Morris
VA D A / N o v a , I n c .
VADA IS A
USDF GROUP MEMBER
ORGANIZATION.
THEIR MEMBERS ARE
AUTOMATICALLY USDF
GROUP MEMBERS.
Publication Deadline in
Piaffe & Passage is the
20th.
VADA/Nova WEB SITE:
http://www.vadanova.org
Membership Applications
should be sent to:
Barbara Pickering
PO Box 354
Haymarket, VA
20168-0354
Send all other inquires to:
VADA/Nova Inc.,
P.O.Box 398
Hamilton, VA 20159
Volume 43, Issue 9
September 2014
Peyton and Alex
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VADA/NOVA BOARD MEETINGS
All VADA/Nova Board of Directors’ meetings are open to the general membership; the Board welcomes any visitors. The
meetings are held the second Monday of each month at 7:15 PM at Morven Park International Equestrian Center (in the
classroom next to the lounge ). For directions, you may contact any of the Board members or go to our website at
www.vadanova.org and click on “Shows” There you will find a link with directions to Morven Park.
Board of Directors
Diann Carpenter
540-554-2674
Renee Carter
540-229-2522
Laura Celia
802-233-7404
Kelly Foltman
540-668-6232
Donna Gatchell
703-594-2480
Jessie Ginsburg
703-538-4282
Judy Grass
703-620-4923
Alison Head
540-338-7810
Alex Jackson
304-995-8905
Dilly Jackson
304-283-6959
Sheli King
540-338-7362
Michelle Lachner
540-751-0046
Diann Landau
540-822-9052
2014 VADA/Nova Officers
President ~ Alison Head
V. President ~ Barb Pickering
Secretary ~ Diann Landau
Treasurer ~ Carolyn “Dilly” Jackson
Web Sites:
VADA/Nova www.vadanova.org
VADA State www.virginiadressage.org
Region 1 www.usdfregion1.org
Barbara Pickering
703-754-8506
Nancy Stover
703-860-9187
Rebecca Woodward-Davis
540-338-4573
Newsletter Advertising Rates (updated for 2011) Please send payment with ads, as there is no billing. Make checks payable to VADA/Nova, Inc. Classified ads are 40 words or less. Ads will not be accepted otherwise. Please type or print clearly if you don’t have email, and submit no more than two ads at a time. If space allows we will run addi-tional ads.Other ads must be camera ready. (Camera ready: Copy is black on white paper. Embossed business cards and colored ink do not copy well.) Or, you may send a file attachment in Word or Publisher. Classified 2 issues FREE for Members 2 issues/$15 for Non-members Classifieds will automatically be listed on our web site
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put together or redesigned*
Deadline is the 20th of the month.
Send to: Barbara Pickering, PO Box 354, Haymarket, Va., 20168-0354
Phone: 703-754-8506 Email: [email protected]
20% discount for
1/4, 1/2 or full page
ads that run a full
year
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SUMMARY MINUTES
VADA/Nova Board Meeting
Aug. 11, 2014– Morven Park Lounge
The meeting commenced at 7:20 p.m.
There were thirteen Board members present and three were
excused. There was one guest.
The June minutes were accepted by acclimation by the Board.
Treasurer’s Report:
The reconciled balance in our main operating account is $71,247.74
and in the special account is $6,472.68
Dilly passed out the financial report from the Youth Team Show,
which showed a profit of just over $500. In addition, we are expect-
ing an additional donation from one of the participating GMOs of
$125. Since it is our goal to merely keep this show from losing
money, this was viewed as a very positive outcome.
Dilly & Barb are working together to put together a spread sheet
capturing historical financial information from our shows so we can
more easily compare expenses and income from show to show and
year to year.
Licensed Shows:
Dianne Boyd reported that entries for September are starting to come
in. We have 4 judges hired, so Dianne will watch the entries carefully
and let Alison know as soon as possible if we need to hire a 5th judge.
Also, Morven Park is going to get back to us with costs in the event
we want to rent some of the temporary stalls that will be set up on the
premises for the hunter show that will follow ours. Kelly, who is the
volunteer recruiter for the show, said that thus far she is very light on
volunteers. She will send out another e-blast, and will also email all
of last year’s volunteers to see if any of them would be willing to vol-
unteer again this year.
Youth Team:
Overall, the show went really well. Entries were a little lighter than
in some past years, but by using all 5 rings/judges, we were able to
end all rings on both days at a reasonable time. As usual, the kids had
a blast and outdid themselves with their costumes for the awards
ceremonies and stall decorations. The Friday night pizza party was a
huge success, as were the 2 demos (a MFS ride and a long lining
demo) by Julio Mendoza. The Board shared some ideas for how we
can better lay out the food in the classroom to lessen some of the
congestion.
Schooling Shows:
The August 2-ring show at Morven was on the small side, but all who
participated loved the venue and we had positive feedback on the
judges as well. There are currently 20+ rides thus far for the
September schooling show at Looking Glass Farm, but the closing
date is still a bit away.
It was noted that while entries in our schooling shows were on the
light side this year (we think because of the number of barns holding
shows) it does appear that evening shows seem to be very popular and
might be something we want to think about offering next year.
We also decided that we would stick to the same awards as last year
for the October schooling show at Compass Rose, where costumes are
encouraged.
VADA/Nova members can
receive a 5% discount on
online purchases.
Use coupon code:
VADANOVA53
Membership/Newsletter: Barb said that there were about 311
members to date.
Clinics:
Plans are proceeding for the Jacquie Brooks clinic which will be
held on Nov 1 & 2 at Morven Park. Sheli made a motion that was
seconded by Diann Carpenter that VN subsidize the clinic up for
$2500 and also use the $900 grant we receive each year from
VADA to keep the rider and auditor costs as low as possible. The
motion passed unanimously. Rider fees will be $250 for a single
lesson or $450 for both days for VN members, with lessons being
$390 for non-members. Information for rider applications and
auditor registration will be posted on the website.
Misc:
Alison reported that VADA recently made a $12,000 donation to
the Virginia Horse Center which was very well received and is
getting us very good press.
The Board was asked to begin thinking about suitable prizes for
our year end awards,
Alison talked about her desire to create a Planning Committee to
focus on how VN can expand, improve our shows and other
activities and attract new members. The Board was asked to think
about this and if anyone was interested in serving on the commit-
tee, which would start work after the show season concluded, to
let her know.
The meeting adjourned at 9:00 p.m.
Respectfully submitted,
Michelle King for Diann Landau
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Homestead Farm 2014 DRESSAGE SCHOOLING SHOW SERIES
8382 Burwell Road Catlett, VA
www.homesteadhorses.com
SHOW DATES: 5/4 6/21 10/5
OPENING DATE: 3/3 4/21 8/04 CLOSING DATES: 4/21 6/09 9/22 Judges: Linda Fragale, L Graduate Jessie Ginsburg, L Graduate Mary Callan, L Graduate
* *Please include current Coggins & payment(s). * *
Manager: Lisa Johnson, 571-214-2938 [email protected] Secretary: Lisa Johnson, 11893 Bristow Village Blvd., Bristow, VA 20136 571-214-2938 [email protected] Fees: $30/test $45 for Pas de Deux $25 Non-competing horse (must bring Coggins) Checks: Make check payable to Bender Brothers
Classes: Intro through FEI, USEF and FEI freestyle, Pas de Deux Other info: DOGS MUST BE ON A LEASH. Hard hats required when mounted. Food will be available (water, soda, snacks).
Large bluestone/rubber outdoor for warm-up. Standard size arena with sand/rubber footing for competition. Times available on website www.homesteadhorses.com the Wednesday prior to the show Awards: High Score and Reserve High Score award at each show (excluding Intro and MFS). Series high score awards and
prizes (attend two or more shows, highest average score). Directions and entry form are on www.homesteadhorses.com
Time is running out!
These are your last 4 opportunities to earn your
volunteer hours for year-end awards.
If you’ve already met the requirement then why not
add a few more hours towards the Above and Beyond?
Your help is always needed and much appreciated!
Volunteers at our shows receive breakfast, lunch, volunteer hours and bucks,
a small gift and of course our thanks!
Positions for both schooling and licensed shows are:
set up, take down (these receive double hours and bucks), steward, runner, scribe, scorer, and awards.
Golf cart drivers are needed for licensed shows.
1. VADA/Nova Schooling Show September 6 at Looking Glass Farm
Contact Manager Dilly Jackson at 304-283-6959 or [email protected]
2. VADA/Nova Licensed Show September 13 & 14 at Morven Park
Contact Recruiter Kelly Foltman at 540-668-6232 or [email protected]
3. VADA/Nova Schooling Show October 11 at Compass Rose Farm Contact Manager Michelle Lachner at 540-751-0046 or [email protected]
4. VADA/Nova Schooling Show November 8 at Morven Park Contact Manager Laura Celia at 802-233-7404 or [email protected]
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2014 VADA/Nova Schooling Show
Show Date: October 11, 2014
Opening Date: August 11, 2014 Entry Due: September 26, 2014
Place: Compass Rose, Haymarket, VA (2 rings)
Manager: Michelle Lachner Secretary: Barbara Zulick
[email protected] 7713 Baird Ct
540-751-0046 Lorton, VA 22079
703-339-0570
Judge: Nancy Lowey (R), Jen Moran (L Graduate) [email protected]
Day of show phone #: 703-863-5864 Stalls: No stalls available at this show. Grounds fee: None Directions: From Fairfax: Rte. 50 West. Turn left onto Rte. 15 South, 4.7 miles, turn left onto Logmill Rd. (701).
Continue 1.7 miles, turn R into farm entrance. From Warrenton: Rte. 29 North, turn left onto Rte 15 North. Follow for
17 miles, turn right onto Logmill Rd. (701). Continue 1.7 miles, turn R into farm entrance.
Tests offered: Intro through Grand Prix, Para-Equestrian, MFS Training through Grand Prix,
Pas de Deux, USEA Eventing, Rider Tests
If an entry comes in before the opening date, it will be considered received 3 days after the opening date.
Entry form may be found on the VADA/Nova web site: www.vadanova.org
Competitors are encouraged to wear costumes.
Prizes will be given for:
Most creative costume
Most outrageous costume
Best horse/rider combination
Judges’ favorites
photos by Katharine Holl
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Our member of the month for September is Debbie Meade. Debbie, who
has been a VADA/Nova member since 2011, lives with her family in a
rural part of western Fairfax County on 5 acres. She has been married for
over 20 years to Chuck who is a computer engineer and a very tolerant
horse husband. She has three sons but will soon be an empty nester.
Debbie has been riding on/off since she was a teenager. She got her first horse at 15 and owned her 24 years until she died at the age
of 33. She rode hunter/jumper in high school and college but rode very little after that once she started working and having kids. After her
mare died, she waited 7 years before deciding to take start lessons again and get another horse. Debbie currently has a 20 year Thoroughbred gelding named "By the Grace of God" who she adopted 7 years ago from the Mid-Atlantic
Horse Rescue (MAHR). Debbie fell in love with him "on the internet" against all common sense – since she hadn't ridden in years and had
just started taking lessons again. She convinced a trainer friend of hers to go with her to Maryland to see him (her friend spent the whole trip
telling her what a bad idea this was). They both rode him, and Debbie had him vetted, and then adopted him. Once she realized that Grace
had no interest in jumping (and neither did Debbie), they did some trail riding and then started dressage in 2011 with Candy Allen, as her
instructor. At her first lesson with Candy, Debbie announced that she was going to ride Intro A and B at an upcoming Morven Park show
because "it is just walking and trotting". To this day she wondered why Candy didn't resign as her instructor back then ☺ !!! According to Debbie: “my horse and I have been properly humbled over the years by the dressage
judges - and Candy has been methodically and patiently transforming us ever since.” Grace and
Debbie are currently showing at Training level, and are getting ready to start showing a TR MFS test this
fall that Candy designed. Above all, dressage has taught her that there is joy in the journey, it’s not all
about the destination. Debbie is a software engineer who has gone into management, working full-time as the software
technical director at 3 Phoenix in Chantilly VA, which is a small, innovative company who focuses
mainly on defense work. She has a 6 year old female Sheltie named Laila who was adopted from the
Northern Virginia Sheltie Rescue (NVSR). Debbie likes to walk and jog with Laila and also likes to read
and spend time with her family. When asked about her favorite volunteer job she replied: “I really enjoy being the ring steward. I
know how stressful it can be to ride the tests, so I try to remind the riders to relax and to have fun as they
are entering the arena. If their tests don't go well, I try to encourage them, since I know the feeling ☺
Member of the Month
Debbie and Grace submitted by Donna Gatchell
Looking Glass Farm 2014 DRESSAGE SCHOOLING SHOW SERIES
38595 Purple Martin Lane, Hamilton, VA www.lgfsporthorses.com
SHOW DATES: 6/22 7/31 (4-8pm) 8/14 (4-8pm) 9/07 CLOSING DATES: 6/16 7/28 8/11 9/01
Judges: Jaralyn Finn (L) Wanja Gerlach (L) Jessie Ginsburg (L) Angela Voss (L) Manager: Alison Head, 540-729-4847 Secretary: Alison Head, 38595 Purple Martin Lane, Hamilton, VA 20158 [email protected] 540-729-4847 Fees: $30/class Checks: Make check payable to Looking Glass Farm Classes: All USEF and FEI tests including rider tests and freestyles, USDF Intro tests.
Other info: NO DOGS ALLOWED, NO EXCEPTIONS. Approved safety helmets required when mounted. Outdoor sand competition arena, indoor sand warm-up, grass warm-up and lunging. Times available on website www.lgfsporthorses.com
Evening shows-pick your test and ride times! See web site for details. New for 2014-Participating member of Frederick Area Dressage. Awards: Series year end awards! High score/reserve high score Jr. and Sr. each show.
Directions and entry form are on www.lgfsporthorses.com or on the VADA/Nova web site: www.vadanova.org (see calendar page)
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VADA/Nova Schooling Show at Morven Park
August 10, 2014
Judges: Angela Voss (L Graduate), Mary Callan (L Graduate)
Ring 1 Judge: Mary Callan (L Graduate)
Novice A
1. Amiya Ammons Denvers Davinci 58.260
Intro Level Test A
1. Lauren Dearlove Wrosey 71.250
2. Madeline Moore Foxfire Muse 67.813
3. Megan Giusti Jolie 66.875
4. Kathleen Giusti Diamond Weasel 64.688
Intro Level Test B (section 1)
1. Lauren Dearlove Wrosey 71.250
2. Madeline Moore Foxfire Muse 68.750+
3. Megan Giusti Jolie 68.750
4. Megan Maserati Maverick 67.500
5. Kathleen Giusti Diamond Weasel 64.063
Intro Level Test B (section 2)
1. Debbie Gerbich Americus 67.500
2. Allison Stork I’m A Driftin Dude 63.750
3. Natalie Conca Desert Storm 59.687
Intro Level Test C
1. Megan Maserati Maverick 66.500
Training Level Test 1
1. Lori Shoemake Spring Hollow Calypso 67.917
2. Carolyn Jackson Barcelona SG 65.208
3. Alexander Caffi Roscoe 63.958
4. Abigail Carter Airibesque 59.167
5. Jennifer Valentine Mischief Managed 52.917
First Level Test 1
1. Jan Sherfy Beamer 63.103
First Level Test 2A
1. Shera Solomon Kerrigan in Command 63.514
2. Caroline York Bocephus 60.135
3. Sherri Valsamis Picasso 58.378
First Level Test 2B
1. Liberty Seaford Meadowlark 67.432
2. Jessie Ginsburg Hoover 65.676
3. Jan Sherfy Beamer 63.378
4. Theresa Markwalter Elijah 63.243
First Level Test 3
1. Jaqui Ross Princess Willamina 63.548
2. Katie King Shine 63.065
3. Caroline York Bocephus 60.161
Musical Freestyle TOC
1. Judith Grass Leap of Faith 66.933
2. Bob Clements Wrachmoninov Q 66.133
3. Beverly Dickerson Bets Jag 65.866
4. Sarah Conant Geza 64.600
5. Diann Landau Mithrandir 61.833
Ring 2 Judge: Angela Voss (L Graduate)
Novice B
1. Amiya Ammons Denvers Davinci 66.000
Intro Level Test C
1. Debbie Gerbich Americus 70.000
2. Allison Stork I’m A Driftin Dude 64.250
3. Natalie Conca Desert Storm 55.500
Training Level Test 2A
1. Katelyn Valsamis Primetime Cowboy 68.214
2. Debbie Meade By the Grace of God 60.000
3. Jaqui Ross Starbucks Pilot 58.214
Training Level Test 2B
1. Lori Shoemake Spring Hollow Calypso 66.964
2. Carolyn Jackson Barcelona SG 65.893
3. Alexander Caffi Roscoe 63.393
4. Abigail Carter Airibesque 58.036
5. Jennifer Valentine Mischief Managed 52.500
Training Level Test 3
1. Katelyn Valsamis Primetime Cowboy 70.800
2. Debbie Meade By the Grace of God 68.400
First Level Test 3
1. Jessie Ginsburg Hoover 69.032
2. Victoria Jessup Red Snapper 68.065
3. Liberty Seaford Meadowlark 67.258
4. Shera Solomon Kerrigan in Command 66.129
5. Sherri Valsamis Picasso 63.387
6. Beverly Dickerson Bets Jag 55.645
Second Level Test 1
1. Victoria Jessup Red Snapper 66.857
2. Katie King Shine 63.714
High Score of the Show
(excluding Intro and MFS)
Katelyn Valsamis and Primtime Cowboy
Training Level Test 3 70.800%
Photos from the show by Bruce Harbin
may be viewed and purchased at
www.infocusbybruce.com
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Training Level Test 3
Debbie Meade/By the Grace of God
Our list of qualifiers keeps growing
Congratulations to our latest group of VADA/Nova members who qualified for the
November 8th Championship Schooling Show.
Complete details and requirements may be found in your Greenbook on pages 37-39.
Intro Level Test B
Lauren Dearlove/Wrosey
Debbie Gerbich/Americus
Megan Giusti/Jolie
First Level Test 3
Jessie Ginsburg/Hoover
Liberty Seaford/Meadowlark
Sherri Valsamis/Picasso
Caroline York/Bocephus
Musical Freestyle
Bob Clements/Wrachmoninov Q
Sarah Conant/Geza
Beverly Dickerson/Bets Jag
Judy Grass/Leap of Faith
From Co-Managers
Amy Chipman Hedden and Caroline Chipman…...
The VADA/Nova schooling show at Morven Park on August 10th went off very smoothly and the day
was very enjoyable. The weather was lovely and once again the Morven staff did a wonderful job of getting
everything set up and watering the rings in the middle of the day. Thank you to all concerned. Congratulations
also to all the competitors for their efforts.
As always, the show depended on volunteers and we would like to thank them all:
Kathy Jayne and Eva Pede, scribes; Laureen Megan and
Sandra Brannock, runners; Nancy Noble, Ken Hinson and
Cathy Scholten, scorers; Emily Mason and Michelle Lachner, ring
stewards. Thank you to Laura Celia for taking on the big job of
Secretary and also answering all of first time Manager questions.
Our final thanks go to our two judges, Mary Callan and
Angela Voss, for helping to make this a successful show.
editor’s note: VADA/Nova gives a heartfelt thank you to Amy and Caroline for
being first time managers. We hope that it was a positive experience and that they
might consider doing it again in the future. ☺
Debbie Gerbich/Americus
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Carolyn York/Bocephus
Shera Solomon/Kerrigan in Command
Theresa Markwalter/Elijah
Liberty Seaford/Meadowlark
Debbie Meade/By the Grace of God
photos on these two pages courtesy of Bruce Harbin
www.infocusbybruce.com
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Southern Heritage Farm 2014 DRESSAGE SCHOOLING SHOW SERIES
11176 Rogues Road, Midland, VA Mitchellds.jimdo.com
OPENING DATE FOR ALL SHOWS: January 1, 2014 SHOW DATES: 4/13 5/24 7/19 8/16 9/21
CLOSING DATES: 4/05 5/17 7/12 8/09 9/13
Judges: Krister Swartz, L TBD Jessie Ginsburg , L TBD Aviva Nebesky, L
Entry forms available on the website at www.mitchellds.jimdo.com
Manager: Anna Mitchell, 540-630-2628, [email protected] Secretary: Anna Mitchell, 4222 Fortuna Center Plz #229, Dumfries, VA 22025 540-630-2628, [email protected] Fees: $30/test $10 late fee Checks: Make check payable to Mitchell Sport Horses Classes: USEF, USDF tests, FEI, western dressage, prix caprilli, USEA, and gaited tests Other info: ApSHA reg. horses $5 discount. 20 x 60 arena, some tests in 20 x 40m. Times available on the Wednesday prior to
the show. NO DOGS PLEASE. On-line entry system set up on the website www.mitchellds.jimdo.com; day stalls available Awards: Series High Score awards and prizes (must do 3 shows). High score and reserve offered. Directions: Available on website www.mitchellds.jimdo.com
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VADA/Nova is pleased to announce
a return visit by
Canadian Olympian
Jacqueline Brooks for an auditor-friendly clinic
November 1&2, 2014
Morven Park, Leesburg, VA
photos by Cealy Tetley
Jacquie Brooks was a member of Canada’s
Olympic team with Gran Gesto in 2008 and then again
with D Niro in 2012. She and D Niro also won the
Musical Freestyle at Dressage at Devon in 2012.
She is an alternate for Canada’s team for the 2014 WEG
To find out more about her, visit her web site
www.brookhavendressage.com
Fees Riders:
2014 VADA/Nova Members Non-VN Members
Both days - $450 $390 per lesson
Single lesson (space available) $250
Auditors:
2014 VADA/Nova Members Non-VN Members $25 /single day $30/day
$40/both days
Volunteer bucks will be accepted for auditor fees
Lunch on your own
Both rider application and auditor form are on the VADA/Nova web site
www.vadanova.org on the calendar page
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Compass Rose Farm Dressage Schooling Shows for 2014
Compass Rose Farm. 2714 Logmill Rd. Haymarket, VA 20169
Managers: Candy Allen & Judy Grass (Addresses above)
Fees: $30 per test, $10 post entry fee, $25 non-competing horse.
Please include a copy of a current Coggins Test with your entry. There are no refunds after closing date.
New for 2014: On-line Paypal entries at: http://www.compassrosefarm.com/ShowEntry/index.php
Checks: Make check payable to Compass Rose Farm, LLC
Classes: USDF/USEF Intro-Fourth, FEI, Freestyles, Rider Tests, Para-Equestrian, USEA Eventing
Other Info: Our dogs will not be here show day, so please leave yours at home. Protective Helmets required when mounted. Tests ridden in
standard sized arena with sand/rubber footing. Sand rings available for warm-up. Times will be posted on the farm website the Wednesday
before the show: www.compassrosefarm.com. See our website for specific show information.
Awards: High score and Reserve High Score (excludes Intro, Rider’s Tests and MFS). Series High Average Score Awards – attend last
show and at least one other.
see website: www.compassrosefarm.com for entry form and directions
Prize list and entry is also available on the VADA/Nova web site: www.vadanova.org (see calendar page)
Date Judge Secretary (Mail entries here..)
Sunday, May 18 Opens: March 17 Closes: May 3
TBA (L) Candy Allen: 4460 Lynn Forest Dr.
Gainesville Va. 20155
703-753-8430 [email protected]
Saturday, June 21 Opens: April 21 Closes: June 7
Aviva Nebesky (L) Judy Grass: 2901 Fox Mill Rd.
Herndon, VA 20171
703-620-4923 [email protected]
Sunday, Sept. 21 Opens: July 21 Closes: Sept. 6
Jen Moran (L) Judy Grass: 2901 Fox Mill Rd.
Herndon, VA 20171
703-620-4923 [email protected]
Sunday, October 12
(Costumes!) Opens: August 11 Closes: Sept. 27
Jessie Ginsburg (L) Judy Grass: 2901 Fox Mill Rd.
Herndon, VA 20171
703-620-4923 [email protected]
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Willow Way Riding Stables
2014 DRESSAGE SCHOOLING SHOW SERIES 1600 Loudoun Drive, Haymarket, VA
www.willowwayridingstables.com SHOW DATES: 5/25 10/26 OPENING DATES: 3/01 8/01 CLOSING DATES: 5/16 10/18 Judges: Annmari Ingersoll, L Graduate Trish DeRosa, L Graduate * *Please include current Coggins & payment(s). * * Manager: Mike Moran, 703-999-8040 Secretary: Jen Moran, 1600 Loudoun Drive, Haymarket, VA 20169, 703-999-8040, [email protected] Fees: $30/test $10 post entry fee Checks: Make check payable to Willow Way Riding Stables Classes: Intro through FEI, USEF and FEI freestyle
Other info: NO DOGS ALLOWED. NO EXCEPTIONS. Hard hats required. Refreshments available. Large grass
warm-up area as well as grass round pen for lunging. Ring is bluestone base with river sand. Entries must be complete with show form, current Coggins and fees. Times available on website at www.willowwayridingstables.com on the Wed. prior to the show or call the secretary.
Awards: High score and reserve at each show (excluding Intro).
Directions and entry form are on the web site: www.willowwayridingstables.com or on the VADA/Nova web site: www.vadanova.org (see calendar page)
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VADA Shel Gafford Memorial Award for
EXCELLENCE IN SPORTMANSHIP
Nomination deadline for 2014 Awards: October 1, 2014
For anyone not fortunate enough to have known Shel, he was not only a gifted horseman and successful competitor,
but also a truly good sport and dedicated advocate to VADA. Shel was a seasoned competitor, having won the Gold and
Silver Individual Medals in his last two years as a Young Rider at the NAYRC. He always rode to win, but never at the
expense of his horse or another rider. Rather than “psyching” his fellow competitors, Shel was more likely to offer a helping
hand or wish them luck. Furthermore, Shel was a tireless supporter of VADA. He served as President during some of our
Association’s most difficult and trying times. It is largely due to his diplomacy and tenacity that VADA exists as it does
today.
It is this spirit of unselfish good sportsmanship and generous volunteerism, which were so much a part of Shel’s
nature, that VADA wishes to encourage and reward. If you are aware of a VADA members who is:
1) Actively involved in any aspect of competition and/or VADA activities (eg. Rider, owner, trainer, coach, show
mom/dad, spouse, offspring, VADA Board Member, VADA volunteer), and 2) who consistently exhibits the
characteristics of good sportsmanship and unselfish support of VADA, please nominate that person for the
Shel Gafford Award. Include in your nomination the person’s name, chapter affiliation, and a brief statement
(200 words or less) explaining why you feel your nominee is deserving of this award.
Nominations must be received by October 1. The slate of nominations will then be sent to each chapter President who
shall, using the method they determine, poll the members of their chapter and select their chapter’s choice for the award. In
the event of a tie, the VADA Board of Directors shall select the winning nominee from the two candidates.
The recipient will be notified that he/she will receive an award at the VADA banquet in February and will be encouraged to
attend. The recipient will receive a special award and a check for $250.
Previous Recipients:
1995-Debbie Bowman & Tina Longaker (Char)-tie
1996-Ann Edwards (SE)
1997- Nancy Lowey (Char)
1998-Catherine Sutton (Char)
1999- Molly Layfield (Cent)
2000- Marilyn Leonard (SE)
2001- Alison Head (Nova)
2002- No nominations
2003- No Nominations
2004- Barbara Ellis (Fr)
2005- Jessie Ginsburg (Nova)
2006- Peggy Minnich (FR)
2007- Janice Mumford (SVDA)
2008- Robin Dannels (Nova)
2009- No Nominations
2010- Tie- Sharon Ackley (FR) and
Gardy Bloemers (Ch)
2011- Candy Allen (Nova)
2012- Debbie Marriott (Nova)
2013- Nicky Vogel (FR)
VADA Shel Gafford Memorial Award
Nomination deadline for 2014 Awards: October 1, 2014
You should include:
Name of Nominee
Chapter
Name of person submitting the nomination
Brief statement of 200 words or less as to why you feel your nominee is deserving of this award
You may send this via regular mail to:
Bettina Longaker
8246 Open Gate Rd
Gordonsville, VA 22942
540-832-7611
Or you may send it by email to Bettina at [email protected]
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It’s time to start thinking about renewing
your membership for the new year!
Why so early?
VADA/Nova’s membership year parallels that of USDF
so everyone’s membership expires November 30, 2014.
USDF requires the first list of renewals/new members by
early November.
Since we are a chapter of VADA, all membership lists must first go to our VADA
membership secretary who then compiles all 8 chapters and sends them to USDF.
So-the earlier we can get our lists to her the better.
Do you plan on showing at a Licensed show next year
and need to be a GMO member? Then all the more reason to join early.
It sometimes takes several months for USDF to process the membership
information. Please don’t wait until the show date is near
to send in your membership.
If USDF does not have your membership on file the day of the show,
then you will have to pay a non-refundable non member fee.
We are continuing our Early Bird Special.
Send in your membership application, postmarked by Oct. 15, 2014 and
pay only $50. After Oct. 15, the fee is $60.
Additional family members are still only $25 each, no matter
when the application is sent.
The membership year runs from Dec. 1, 2014 to Nov. 30, 2015
So don’t delay.
Beat the holiday rush and
send in your application now!
(see form on next page)
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We had a great group of volunteers for the Youth Team Competition.
We cannot thank them enough for their time and effort!
You are a terrific group!
Candy Allen
Kathy Bennett
Joe Brady
Kay Brady
Russ Bruns
Diann Carpenter
Megan Carpenter
Laura Celia
Bob Clements
Anna Cochrane
Louise Cotulla
Cathy Couch
Lauren Dearlove
Marsha Dearlove
Mark Foulon
Melinda Freckleton
Diann Landau
Teace Markwalter
Debbie Marriott
Kate McPartlan
Debbie Meade
Jeff Moore
Karoline Morris
Peyton Morris
Sharon Munroe
Muriel Nanninga
Sally O’Dwyer
Sarah Parmeter
Sonya Paxton
Eva Pede
Debra Peebles
Barb Pickering
Beth Galbraith
Jacqui Gerhard
Kathleen Giusti
Megan Giusti
Katie Hansen
Amy Hedden
Alex Jackson
Dilly Jackson
Kate Jenkins
Catherin Kern
Sarah Kern
Al King
Katie King
Sheli King
Patty Knight
BJ Lachner
Management Team
Manager: Alison Head Assistant Manager: Sheli King Secretary: Bettina Longaker
Stable Manager: Dilly Jackson Awards: Alison Head, Sheli King
Volunteer Recruiter: Donna Gatchell Volunteer Manager: Michelle Lachner
Alice Quinn
Kim Raheb
Susan Ralston
Kathleen Ramey
Kim Rapp
Lauren Rapp
Leslie Raulin
Rick Rock
Penny Ross
Liberty Seaford
Julia Shawn
Jenny Spain
Nancy Stover
Carol Thomas
Torrey Wilkinson
Caroline York
Confessions of a Volunteer Ring Steward-by Sally O’Dwyer USDF Youth Team Competition—Move Over Steffan Peters!
VADA/Nova’s Youth Team Competition for riders 21 years old and younger was held July 26/27 at Morven Park. In this competition, the riders compete in teams against riders of similar age and ability. On Sunday, Sheli King and I tag teamed it and managed the dressage seat equitation classes. In dressage seat equitation, the competitors of each class enter the ring together. The
rider’s position, seat and the correct use and effect of the aids are judged. The judge asks the riders to walk, trot, change rein, etc. The riders have to wear back numbers—which added a bit of challenge for us ring stewards, but nothing we couldn’t handle!
The morning began with the youngest children and the smallest ponies in the Intro Level Divisions. The children were adorable! I know kids hate being called “adorable”, but they really were. Riders were beribboned in hair bows and ponies were smartly turned
out. The mounts had great names, like “Sugar and Spice” and “No Nonsense.” For every child, there was a proud mom or dad alongside loaded down with cameras, water bottles, and horse supplies. They were super supportive and applauded with great enthusiasm when their competitor received an award. And there was good news all around—all competitors received medals.
The children were trying their best and were very kind to one another. They were polite and eager to follow the rules. And, they
were a talented bunch. Even though some of the competitors were small, they were determined. As a former Shetland pony rider, I can attest to the fact that if you can ride a pony, you can ride anything!
The coaches reminded the riders to smile when the entered the ring. After the class, the riders lined up in the ring. The judge took time to talk with each one of them, providing tips and upbeat feedback. I asked an 8 year old competitor how her class went and she proudly exclaimed that she had done well using her corners! The size of the riders and their mounts got larger as the morning wore
on and we came to the training level classes. Children in bows made way for nicely turned out teenagers on horses. The last class was a first level competition, with two competitors. They were so good, they both were awarded first place. VADA/Nova should
be proud for hosting a show for tomorrow’s dressage superstars!
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Region One Annual Youth Team Competition
July 26-27, 2014
Thank you to the following generous sponsors who helped make this
another successful show!
Platinum
Attwood Equestrian
Amy York
Silver
Southern States Purcellville and Corporate
Sprieser Sporthorse
Bronze
Brenda and Kevin Chinn
Custom Saddlery/Charlene Blundell
Myrtle Hall
Solstice Equine Vet Service/Dr. Mia Lee
SporthorseAuctions.com/Tim Jennings
Special Awards and Sponsors
Candy and Larry Allen
Dianne Boyd
Kristen Brown
Diann and Megan Carpenter
Donna Gatchell
Jacqui Gerhard
Jessie Ginsburg
Michelle Lachner
Bettina Longaker
Looking Glass Farm
Armani & Calvin King
Michelle King
Mandrake Farm
MKR Designs/Mary Reisch
Vicki Middleton
The Moore Family
Barb Pickering
Alice Quinn
Solstice Equine/ Dr. Mia Lee
Nancy Stover
VADA/Nova
VTO
Rebecca Woodward-Davis
Maddie Moore/Foxfire Muse
Hi Alison, Thank you for Maddie’s
prize! She is so happy! Muse works
very hard for her big belly! The
youth show is such wonderful
memories for the children to cherish
forever.
Thank you!
Ursula Moore
Our show vet, Dr. Mia Lee, gets in the
spirit of things! The wig, by the way,
was black and green!
more photos
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On Friday evening, Julio Mendoza gave a
demonstration of both long lining and a
musical freestyle
Just a few of the creative costumes seen during the show
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The Virginia Dressage Association hosts
George Williams at the Virginia Horse Center East Complex
Lexington, Virginia
September 6 & 7, 2014 Riders, trainers, judges and anyone interested in learning and /or reviewing what it takes to move up
through the levels of dressage- come to the VADA Dressage Up Through the Levels Seminar – with World
Cup finalist and international Grand Prix rider and trainer Mr. George Williams. Mr. Williams is actively
engaged in the dressage community in many different facets. He serves as the USDF President as well as an
active competitor, rider, trainer and clinician. Mr. Williams has been studying dressage since 1973 when he
travelled to Germany to begin his studies at the Reitinstitute von Neindorff. Since then his education and
training have allowed him to ride some of the best trained and most popular dressage horses nationally and
internationally. He is a well- liked clinician who has a very user friendly style of teaching and explaining the
theories behind the exercises leading to a successfully trained dressage horse.
THE SEMINAR - The structure of the Seminar will be ‘up through the levels’ – from Training level through
Grand Prix. It is geared for you- the auditor. The program is suited to all abilities and levels of auditors. Each
level will be demonstrated with a demo rider/horse team(s) and a question and answer period after the
demonstration of each level.
Breakfast and lunch are available on grounds. Please bring a chair in case our bleachers are filled.
Closing date – September 1, 2014 for auditors.
Please visit our web site- www.virginiadressage.org/vada-events.htm
for more general information and auditor forms
Prizes and ribbons were
overflowing around the show office
Results may be found at:
http://bglongaker.com/2011yt.html
Pics of You was the show photographer.
Photos for viewing and purchase will be available until Sept. 15 at www.picsofyou.com
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2014 VADA/Nova Schooling Show
VADA/Nova Championship and Dressage Schooling Show at Morven Park Show Date: November 8, 2014 Entry Due: October 20, 2014 Opening Date: September 19, 2014 (NOTE earlier closing date) Location: Morven Park, Leesburg, VA (2 rings) —Note there is a grounds fee per horse, see entry form for
information Manager: Laura Celia Secretary: Stephanie Corum 1-802-233-7404 2508 Island Grove Blvd [email protected] Frederick, MD 21701 717-860-6976 Show Day Phone: 717-860-6976 (call or text) [email protected] Judges: Heidi Berry (S) and Peggy Pariso (r) Stalls: Day stalls available; no overnight stabling. Contact show manager for additional information. Grounds Fee: There is a grounds fee per horse; see entry form for amount. Entry Fees: Note special fees for championship classes: $35.00/class, Pas de Deux $55.00, $40.00/test non-members Priority for Qualifiers: Please note that VADA/Nova member entries and those qualified for the Championship classes will be given priority for this show Directions: From Beltway/I495: West on Rt. 7 to Leesburg. Take Rt. 15 Bypass north for 2.5 miles. Turn left onto Rt. 740 (Tutt Road). One half mile, turn left into Morven Park driveway. From Fredericksburg and I-95: North to I-495 toward Dul-les Airport. Exit onto Rt. 7 West. Follow directions above. From Warrenton: North on Rt. 29 to Rt. 15. Turn left onto Rt. 15
and continue to Leesburg. Take Rt. 15 bypass north. Follow directions above.
Test Minimum Score
Intro B 65%
Training 3 62%
First 3 60%
Second 3 60%
Third 3 58%
Fourth 3 58%
FEI Levels 58%
MFS (Training to Grand Prix and Pas de Deux) 63%
To participate in Championship Classes:
If a horse/rider pair has qualified at more than one level, they may only ride in one Championship class, which will be
the highest level at which they qualified
The same horse/rider combination cannot compete at a level if they have previously won the schooling show cham-
pionship at that level within the past 2 years
For INTRO LEVEL—Riders who have competed at second level and above are not permitted to ride in the Intro Lev-
el championship class
Qualifying Scores: Minimum qualifying scores and tests that
will be ridden both to qualify and at the championship show
Some championship classes may be held
outdoors
Note that non-championship classes will also be offered at this show
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Touchstone Acres
Standing Lipizzans
Neapolitano XXIX-18 &
Neapolitano Samira VI
www.TouchstoneAcres.com [email protected]
(304)-724-1286 Tel.
To participate in Championship Classes:
The horse/rider combination must meet the following qualifications:
1.Must be a VADA/Nova member at the time the qualifying score is earned
2.For Intro level only, must obtain one qualifying score, which must be earned at a VADA/Nova schooling show or licensed show—scores from listed shows or non VADA/Nova licensed shows
will not count.
3.For Training level and above and MFS, must obtain one qualifying score, which must be earned at a VADA/Nova schooling show – scores from listed shows, licensed shows or other
dressage schooling shows will not count.
4.Scores may be earned from January 1, 2014 – October 11, 2014
5.Riders who have qualified for the championship show will have priority in filling available slots at the show
6.Scores can not be earned at VADA/Nova licensed shows – this championship is for schooling shows ONLY
Rules for the Championship Class: 1. General VADA/Nova schooling show rules apply
2. All tests must be ridden from memory for Championship classes—NO readers allowed
3. Proper turn-out is expected, including braiding of horse
4. Whips may not be carried in championship classes
5. For Championship classes only—the warm-up ride can be the same test as the championship ride (i.e. can ride TR 3 as warm-up ride and also TR 3 Championship)
6. Championship classes will be pinned to 8th place.
7. Horses competing in the championship classes cannot be ridden on the show grounds by anyone other than the rider, at any time during the show—violation of this rule will result in disqualification from the Championship
8. Riders must receive a score of 55% or higher in order to receive a Champion or Reserve Champion ribbon. Otherwise a regular ribbon will be awarded.
9. Depending on entries, classes may be separated or combined.
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VADA 8/5/14 Conference Call Meeting Minutes
The meeting was called to order at 8:03pm. Present on the call were Alison Head (NOVA),
Nancy Lowey (Cville) , Tina Longaker (Cville), Meredith McGrath (SWVADA), Jessie Ginsburg (NOVA),
Sheli King (NOVA), Beth Rippel (SVDA), and Robyn Nunally (SVDA), Becky Paquet (NE),
Alison Thompson (Fred), Anna Schriebel (Central), Laura Berne (Cville) , Diane Boyd (NOVA),
Angie Stanaway (NE)
Tina made a motion that we approve the minutes from the June board meeting. The motion was seconded by Nancy
and was passed unanimously.
Jessie gave her Treasurer’s report, stating that we had a total of $156K and very little activity. Some bills are
coming in for BLM and Chapter Challenge.
BLM- Nancy and Laura reported sponsorships have picked up. Solicitation came out today from Laura
for the chapters. Nancy has several vendors supplying gift certificates. Please remind members/chapters to sponsor
chapters. Deadline for program is September 22nd. There will be 50 pink sweatshirts with the rest being navy with
the pink logo.
Virginia Horse Center Update- New food service vendor per Dianne. Volunteer food for BLM will remain the
same, however. Several items in the air- ring set up, etc. Although there is new staff, they know our requirements
and should not be an issue. VADA has voted a $12K donation to the Horse Center for the restaurant down by the
Wiley. They are going to put memorabilia from VADA in the restaurant. Committee formed for preservation of
VADA history. Committee chair- Tina, on committee will be Alison Head, Jessie Ginsburg, and Alison Douglas.
Please let committee members know if you have old photos, and items that represent history of the club.
Chapter Challenge- Food vendor providing box lunch. Entries are at 31. Chapters have all done a special award.
Tina is sending out another email blast.
George Williams Clinic- Alison Head has gotten the applications for riders and is going thru them. Auditors are
also sending in applications.
L Program – Final exam approved. Everything is a “go”.
GMO delegates- We’re allowed 3 GMO delegates. Alison Head will go as President of VADA. It’s being held in
Cambridge, MA between the 3rd of 6th thru December. Delegates would need to be there thru the 4th thru the 6th.
Tina and Sheli will be other PM delegates unless Jessie takes the place of one of them as they can be also PM
delegates. Stipend will be reimbursed by VADA as in years past. Motion made by Alison Douglas, seconded by
Alison Thompson, voted unanimously. Alison Head, Sheli, Jessie, and Tina abstained.
Meeting adjourned at 9:07 pm.
Next meeting is September 10th at 8 pm.
Respectfully Submitted – Alison Douglas
Qualifier for I-2 for 2015 for GAIG/BLM has gone back to I-2 only.
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CALENDAR OF EVENTS FOR 2014
Always check the web site: www.vadanova.org
for any changes or corrections
Key: LS= licensed show SS=schooling show
Sept. 6 SS Looking Glass Farm, Hamilton, VA
Alison Head 540-338-7810 [email protected]
Sept. 7 SS Looking Glass Farm, Hamilton, VA
Alison Head 540-338-7810 [email protected]
Sept 6-7 Clinic with George Williams sponsored by VADA
Virginia Horse Center, Lexington, VA
see www.virginiadressage.org for details and forms
Sept 13,14 LS VADA/Nova Autumn Dressage, Morven Park
Dianne Boyd 703-850-9704 [email protected]
Sept 20 SS MFS Hoofbeats to Hope Homestead Farm, Catlett, VA Robin Dannels 540-439-0994 [email protected]
Sept 21 SS Compass Rose, Haymarket, VA
Judy Grass 703-620-4923 [email protected]
Sept 21 SS Southern Heritage Farm, Midland, VA
Anna Mitchell, 540-630-2628 [email protected]
Oct 5 SS Homestead Farm, Catlett, VA
Lisa Johnson, 571-214-2938 [email protected]
Oct. 11 SS VADA/Nova, Compass Rose, Haymarket, VA
Barbara Zulick 703-339-0570 [email protected]
Oct 12 SS Compass Rose, Haymarket, VA
Judy Grass 703-620-4923 [email protected]
Oct 26 SS Willow Way Riding Stables, Haymarket, VA
Jen Moran 703-999-8040 [email protected]
Nov. 1&2 Clinic with Jacquie Brooks , Morven Park
see page 11 in this issue
Nov. 8 SS VADA/Nova Championship Schooling Show,
Morven Park
Stephanie Corum 301-223-5415 [email protected]
* VADA/Nova sponsored activities are in bold print
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VADA/Nova Member
VADA/Nova.Inc. Newsletter Editor Barbara Pickering PO Box 354 Haymarket, VA 20168-0354
Upcoming Events
Sept 6 VADA/Nova Schooling Show Sept 6,7 George Williams clinic Sept 13,14 VADA/Nova Licensed Show Oct 11 VADA/Nova Schooling Show Nov. 1&2 Jacquie Brooks clinic Nov. 8 VN Championship Schooling Show
Inside this issue
Minutes from the August Board meeting
George Williams clinic
VADA/Nova Oct. schooling show prize list
Member of the Month
August schooling show results and photos
Jacquie Brooks clinic
Shel Gafford nomination information
2015 Membership form
Youth Team wrap up
BLM sponsorship opportunities
VADA/Nova Championship schooling show prize list
VADA minutes
Calendar of Events
Classified ads
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