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Ever-popular Egg Bobbing is the mid-day highlight of the Spring Show! No hands and no horses!

While the weather cooperated for the morning Jumping classes held in the outdoor arena, we came indoors for the Equitation and Games. Ruby was the recipient of the Deb Marsh Horsemanship Award in recognition of her fine presentation of herself and her horse, her helpfullness and good sportsmanship throughout the day.

Games were run in 4 heats, with 3 competitors vying for ribbons in each. The lead bounced around from game to game and many were very close. Ribbons were presented in the lounge while friends and family enjoyed the last tidbits of a delicious potluck lunch. A great first show for many of our newest riders. Congratulations to all!

The weather was with us for the first clinic with Eric this year! The riders were great, the learning excellent, the opportunity to watch even better, and the lunch outstanding! Two more opportunities in July and August. See Upcoming Events. 

6 horses, 6 riders off for a day of fun! Trainer/Instructor Stephanie Kleinbauer used the prior few Saddle Club meetings – these riders are all members – to study the difference in what is wanted in the Hunter/Jumper ring compared to Dressage. This worked well judging from all the ribbons!

Above Left to Right: Lining up outside before a class were L to R Giulia, Tess, Ruby and Allie on Robin, Sunshine, Simon, and Bandit. Lilac warmed up Simon over cross-rails before going into her class. Ruby and Mickey wait their turn. Congratulations to all but especially Eleni and Robin, Reserve Champions in the Hunter Pleasure Division!

Nothing quite like starring in your own production! Members rode their own designed dressage test in a Mock Show they put on! Framed pictures of each person’s favorite horse were awarded as prizes: Caitlin riding Simon – most Level-Appropriate test, Ruby D riding Andy – Best Rhythm, Tess riding Sunny – Best Use of Arena, Lilac riding Bandit – Best Transitions, Tasha riding Simon – Best Job Keeping Horse Forward, Giulia riding Robin – Most Improved Test, Eleni riding Ricky – Most Creative Test, Ruby L riding Mickey – Best Test Overall. Thanks to Stephanie, for putting it all together with Krys’ help, and to Jane and Lindsay for the fine judging!