January 2018 Vol. 25 No. 1

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2 JANUARY 2018 VOL. 25 NO. 1 NEWSLETTER EDITOR Mary Jo Downen typagraphics@gmail.com Members are encouraged to submit comments, articles, news, photos. Deadline: 10th of preceding month. is best! ADVERTISING & PRODUCTION MANAGER Mary Jo Downen, TypaGraphics Please send checks, disks, printed materials to Mary Jo Downen, Pearl St., Kirkland, IL Click to Visit our Website: A monthly newsletter published by the Illinois Dressage & Combined Training Association, An Illinois Not for Profit Corporation. Opinions expressed within are those of the authors, unless otherwise indicated. The is a USDF Group Member and USEA Affiliate Member Organization. This organization s members are automatically USDF Group Members Do you have your tickets yet? Annual Awards Banquet Saturday, January 13th, 2018 See page 5 for your banquet invitation and full details Don t delay, reserve your seat(s) today! Go to to order tickets and process your payment Advertising Rates All Ads must be prepaid and received by the 10th of the preceding month. Those requiring extra graphics work may be subject to additional graphics charges. Please see org for complete ad submission information. Discounts for multiple insertions - ,call or go to www. idcta.org for further information. Send Ads & Checks to: Mary Jo Downen, Pearl St., Kirkland, IL Phone: typagraphics@gmail.com Full Page...$40.00 Half Page...$25.00 One-Third Page...$20.00 Quarter Page...$15.00 Business Card Size...$10.00 Classifieds Members... FREE (first 50 words, additional words 10 each) Non-members per word INFORMATION HOTLINE Molly Fine January 2018 Page 2

3 President s PERSPECTIVE By The Annual Awards Banquet is on January 13th, 2018, and promises to be great fun. Put it on your calendar it s not too late to get your tickets. To use our electronic invitation, go to org/idcta-annual-awards-banquet-invitation. If you prefer a printable invitation, there is one in this month s Scribe. You will also find a link to the PDF version of the invitation and information for sponsors on the home page of We are looking forward to many of you joining us on January 13th to celebrate our fellow competitors successes. Come and be part of the celebration! As usual, we are looking for sponsors to help offset the cost of our prizes and ribbons. Sponsorship is $50 per class, and sponsors will be listed in the program, featured in the slide show, and can display a small banner in the raffle area. In the past, sponsor participation has made this event one to remember. Thanks in advance for helping us make our banquet fantastic! The Debbie McDonald Clinic held on November 18th and 19th was fabulous, and we have Cindy Lambert s organizational skills to thank for a smoothly run clinic. Cindy kept things running on time, the lunch was excellent, and everyone had a great time. Be sure to read articles by our clinic participants in this month s Scribe. Since the last issue, I have attended two memorable events: The National Dressage Finals, and the USDF Convention. I participated in the finals as a volunteer, and had such glorious jobs as Environmental Engineer (Pooper Scooper), Gate Keeper and ring control. Often these jobs were combined with each other (think Gate Keeper/Pooper Scooper). All of my jobs kept me ringside to witness some beautifully executed dressage tests, from Training to Grand Prix to Musical Freestyles. It was great fun, and I recommend it to anyone who wants a behind-the-scenes experience. The only drawback for competitors, horses and volunteers was that the mornings were cold, and I mean really COLD. We survived, however, and had a great time doing it. Molly Fine The USDF Convention centered around the Board of Governor s meetings (fondly referred to as the BOGs) on Friday afternoon and Saturday morning. I attended the convention with board member Cecelia Conway. Friday started with an exercise class which I did not attend, but Cecelia did, and reported that it was a great class. That was followed by region meetings and educational forums. The first BOG began on Friday afternoon, with a State of the Federation speech given by George Williams, President of USDF. George reported on USDF happenings in the last year. Membership is running about the same as the previous year, and there are four new GMOs that have begun operation. The 2018 convention will be in Salt Lake City, UT, and 2019 will be in Savannah, GA. The Federation was able to stay on budget, and next year s budget will remain essentially the same, with some capital items added to complete the takeover of instructor training from USEF to USDF. USEF President Murray Kessler reported that the USEF theme is to Bring the joy of the horse to as many as possible. USEF is revamping programs, their website, and the entire organization, as well as redefining roles and responsibilities. Support of our athletes, both international and domestic, will be USEF s number-one priority. In the coming years, we hope to see our U.S.A teams competing successfully, and hopefully on the podium at national and international events. During the convention, there were many educational opportunities, many of which were focused on horse health. There were also many opportunities to reconnect with old friends and make new ones along the way. All in all, it was a very successful convention. By the time you read this, Christmas will be upon us, and I hope that you all had a great holiday season and are ready to start the new year. Remember, membership is important, and if you have any suggestions, please send them my way. Thanks to all who volunteer, and Happy Riding. BOARD MEMBERS Linda Bland gus12gizmo@aol.com Brittany Burson b.burson@sbcglobal.net Cecelia Conway ceceliaconway2@gmail.com Caroline Farrell caroline@bc2a.com Nikki Jewell nikkijewell@aol.com Emma Kane horsies4ever97@gmail.com Heather McCarthy heathercmccarthy@gmail.com Cindy Lambert cindylambert706@gmail.com Katie Miskovic alliyes77@aol.com Andi Patzwald dressageinmotion@outlook.com Sarah Stone donny3638@yahoo.co EXECUTIVE BOARD MEMBERS President: Molly Fine mollymfine@gmail.com VP Dressage: Fatima Kranz fpk2009@yahoo.com VP Eventing: Alison Volpentesta barlink6@gmail.com Treasurer: Michael Coghlan mcoghlan@catwalkconsulting.com Secretary: Amy Grahn amy.grahn@comcast.net COMMITTEES Cecelia Conway - Schooling Show Series ceceliaconway2@gmail.com Katie Miskovic Grant Program alliyes77@aol.com Alison Volpentesta Eventing Committee barlink6@gmail.com Fatima Kranz - Dressage Committee fpk2009@yahoo.com MEMBERSHIP CHAIRMAN Lil Kane For questions and/or changes: theflyingkanes3@aol.com January 2018 Page 3

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5 NOTE: You can make your reservation electronically at If you prefer, you may fill out and mail this invitation with your check. You are cordially invited to the 2017 Awards Banquet Northbrook Hilton 2855 North Milwaukee Avenue, Northbrook, IL Saturday, January 13, 2018 Cocktails & Raffle Browsing 6:00 p.m. Dinner 7:00 p.m. with Awards & Raffle to follow Our Dinner Menu: Salad: Tomato Basket with Frisee, Jicama, Dries Figs, Apricots, Papaya, Walnuts, Goat Cheese and Champagne Vinaigrette Beef: Porcini Crusted Tenderloin with Glazed Baby Carrots, Blue Cheese Mashed Potatoes and Red Wine Syrup Chicken: Chicken Roulades with Chorizo and Manchego Cheese with Grilled Asparagus Mashed Potatoes and Natural Au Jus Vegetarian: Roasted Vegetable Strudel with Smoked Carrot and Fennel Seed Sauce Desserts: Flourless Chocolate Cake,Vanilla Bean Chantilly Cream and Fresh Berries NOTE: All items on the menu are Gluten-Free Reservation Form Please fill out all fields indicated with an *. *Name *Telephone Number * *I am winning an award and will attend - or - will not attend the banquet (please check one) If NOT attending, please submit a payment of $15 payble to and mailed to Molly Fine at the address below. *Please indicate entree orders and number of raffle tickets for each guest in your party (Table maximum of 10): Name Beef Chicken Veggie Child Ticket I wish to reserve for: $65/per person* $ Children under $30/per child $ (must order the children s entree) No. Packs Raffle $20/pack (25 tickets per pack) $ Total Amount Due $ *Is your total guest number incorrect? Please check to see that you have checked ONE entree choice for each guest. Reservations are non-refundable. Tickets will be held at the Northbrook Hilton. To reserve a hotel room for the Awards Banquest, please use code when making your hotel reservation. Payment Information: Please print this form and mail it, along with your check for the total amount due, payable to, to: Molly Fine 204 Lookout Dr. Lake Geneva, WI Please indicate who you would like to sit with (if possible): January 2018 Page 5

6 2018 Schooling Show Calendar Watch for your Schooling Show Omnibus for details! (Only members will receive the Schooling Show Ominbus renew your membership today at Schooling Show Dates May Judge 6 Mini Event & CT at Geneva Equestrian TBA Mini Event & CT at Barrington Hills Riding Center B. Fript and J. Pecora Dressage at Silverwood Farm TBA June 3 Mini Event & CT at Geneva Equestrian TBA 3 Dressage at the Fox Valley Saddle Association TBA 10 Mini Event & CT at The Fox Valley Saddle Association TBA 16 Dressage at Marquis Dressage A. Walker-Basak Rated Show at Silverwood L. Fore, T. Poulin, et al. 30 Dressage, Mini Event, & CT Haywire Farms TBA July 1 Dressage & CT at Team Hall TBA 8 Dressage, Mini Event, & CT at Winsom Farm N. Trapp 14 Dressage at Excelsior Equestrian Center TBA 15 Dressage & CT at Cross Winds Farm J. Pecora 21 Dressage & CT at Hannaberry Farm TBA 29 Mini Event & CT at The Fox Valley Saddle Association TBA August 5 Mini Event & CT at Geneva Equestrian TBA Dressage at Silverwood Farm TBA 18 Dressage, Mini Event, & CT Haywire Farms TBA 19 Dressage & CT at Fields and Fences L. Gray 26 Schooling Show at Silverwood Farm T. Juaquin September 2 Dressage & CT at Team Hall TBA 9 Dressage & CT at ERC Farm A. Walker-Basak 23 Dressage at the Fox Valley Saddle Association TBA October 6 Dressage & CT Championshps at Fields and Fences C. Mangasarian 7 Mini Event Championships at Silverwood TBA 14 Mini Event & CT at Geneva Equestrian TBA 28 Mini Event & CT at Geneva Equestrian TBA January 2018 Page 6

7 Lessons Learned with Leslie Law By Erin Loitfellner We all go to clinics for different purposes. Perhaps we are looking for an expert s opinion on an issue, for exposure for a young horse, for that lightbulb moment, or for the opportunity to meet an idol. But often we walk away from clinics learning so much more than just the lesson of the day. My experiences at the Leslie Law Clinic at Hunter Oaks Equestrian Center did not fall short in reconfirming many riding and life lessons. Here is a brief recap of lessons relearned: 1. It all comes down to that darn inside leg to outside rein! Who would have thought that this universal principle in riding would come back to haunt us?! Leslie focused the flat portion of our warm up on confirming the horses acceptance of these aids. He expertly guided riders through various exercises to establish and confirm this connection. The stadium jumping portion of the ride was designed to prove the point that connection and acceptance on the flat will directly affect the balance and impulsion you are able to create while jumping. Leslie taught a concept rather than giving general riding instruction, which allowed riders to continue on with this piece of knowledge well after the clinic was over. 2. Be present and involved! We pay good money for these opportunities, so make the most of them! Be bold and take the initiative to step into the ring as one of the jump crew. Go outside of your comfort zone and introduce yourself to the clinician while helping out. As in my case, they may recognize you when it s your turn in the saddle! Show up for your lesson a few minutes early. The clinician who appreciated your help earlier may give you a few minutes of one-on-one help. Be present for as many other groups and lessons as you can. Since Leslie s lessons revolved around teaching the same concept to various levels of horse and rider, each group used a different exercise to help establish connection between the inside leg and outside rein. I was able to walk away from the clinic with four different exercises to take home! 3 The squeaky wheel gets the oil. Don t fret if a problem arises, take advantage of the extra help! My coach and travel buddy, Erin Dierks, has a little horse who is occasionally challenged by the distances in combinations. This issue presented itself in her lesson, and Leslie expertly helped her through the issue, resulting in a huge improvement in the quality of the horse s balance, jump and impulsion (all through flatwork of course!). This eye-opening experience helped to show the rider that the horse is truly capable of holding his own at this level. Clinics are not horse shows, no need to be perfect! 4. Camping in the middle of a hay field, in +90⁰F weather, is the reason people think eventers are crazy. That s because we are. The weekend was incredibly hot and humid, and my coach and I decided to save a few bucks by setting up a gypsy camp in the middle of a hay field. After mastering quick showers in the wash rack, it all wasn t so bad. I was, of course, apprehensive about being miles away from the nearest air conditioner on the hottest weekend of the year, but it turned out to be quite fun! Turns out we are all a lot tougher than we think. 5. Take full advantage of every opportunity given to you, but always be thankful! More often than not, people are leery of going out on a limb to try something different; myself, included! However, the times that I ve chosen to buck up and go outside my comfort zone have led to some of the most fun and rewarding adventures. My experience at the Leslie Law Clinic was a culmination of several years of opportunity-seeking. I hitched a ride to Hunter Oaks Equestrian Center with my coach, who has opened door after door for me, ever since I approached her saying, I need help! after a very heartbreaking weekend just two years ago. Less than 10 months prior, I thought I might never form a successful relationship with my horse. But the owner, Alison Volpentesta, convinced me to take a chance on a chestnut mare, and I have had the most fun and successful season in my short career. Plus, I was able to participate in an incredibly educational opportunity, thanks to the generosity of the Grant Program. Getting to experience an educational, fun, and rewarding weekend at the Leslie Law Clinic could not have happened without all of the individuals that helped along the way. I am forever grateful to the Mercier Family and Hunter Oaks Equestrian Center, the Law Family, and of course Alison Volpentesta and Erin Dierks. Erin Loitfellner Photo by Xpress Photo January 2018 Page 7

8 USDF Region 2 Catherine B Jacob Year End Schooling Award Winners Congratulations to the following horse and rider combinations who placed in this year s USDF Region 2 Catherine B Jacob Year End Schooling Award program. Be sure to watch next month s Scribe for biographies and photos of the winners! Introductory Level - Jr/Yr Champion: Katy Barrs & Miss Jane Reserve Champion: Nori Benck & Brigadier Introductory Level - AA Champion: Emma Kane & Mouse Training Level - Jr/Yr Fourth Place: Ellie Dodge & Spikeweiser Fifth Place: Katy Barrs & Miss Jane Second Level- AA Reserve Champion: Cecelia Conway & Heza Foxy HP Bubba Western Dressage All Levels- AA Champion: Cecelia Conway & Heza Foxy HP Bubba Reserve Champion: Emma Kane & Mouse Sixth Place: Karyn Shelton & Zippa Chance Seventh Place: Cecelia Conway & Heza Foxy HP Bubba This year saw the highest number of entries in the program s history, and it was very competitive. If you are interested in submitting scores for the 2018 Catherine B. Jacob Schooling Year End Award program, please visit for a complete list of rules, and to see prior year s award winners. Eliza Ardizzone DRESSAGE TRAINING USDF Bronze,Silver and Gold medalist. L program graduate with Distinction. Training and Coaching students from Novice through Grand Prix both here in the US and abroad. Available for Training - Lessons - Clinics - Consignments. Based at Tempel Farms, will also travel to your farm Photographs by John Borys Photography Contact Eliza at eardizzone@att.net elizaardizzonedressage.com January 2018 Page 8 Paid Advertisement

9 A Great Learning Weekend with Debbie McDonald By Cindy Lambert On November 18-19, 2017, hosted 2004 Olympian Debbie McDonald for a two-day learning symposium at Accredo Farms at Sunflower Farms. The purpose of the symposium was to improve rider knowledge, with the goal of improved horse performance. The symposium was a multi-faceted learning experience which included traditional rider coaching, as well as lectures and demonstrations. For each lesson, Ms. McDonald began with a horse-centric approach. She added easy-to-understand directions for the riders that resulted in improved relaxation and submission from the horse. At the end of the second day, she stated how pleased she was that each horse/ rider combination showed good improvement. Ms. McDonald also ensured that each coaching session was interactive for both riders and auditors. Each time she had a rider take a break, if the rider did not have a question, she turned to the auditors to answer their questions. During lunch on the first day, Ms. McDonald shared her training philosophy by explaining the top five rider issues that, in her opinion, can block a horse s performance. These issues are: (1) Saddle fit - you need to ensure that your saddle properly fits your horse. The effects of a poorly fitted saddle can range from preventing a horse from performing movements, to disobedient behavior; (2) Poor communication - riders need to ensure that all directives are clear, consistent and use the least amount of pressure to achieve the desired result; (3) Weak sides - both riders and horses have a strong side and a weak side. In order to build equal muscle on each side of the horse, a rider needs to recognize their own weak side and compensate for it; (4) Proper development of the horse from the beginning; (5) Poor horsemanship - riders need to understand the nature of horses and, specifically, their horse s personality. Also on day one, Kate Ballard, SMS Master Saddler and Qualified Saddle Fitter, reinforced Ms. McDonald s comments on proper saddle fit, explaining and demonstrating proper saddle fit. Using Heidi Wright s four-year-old gelding Skyler, Ms. Ballard showed where the saddle should sit on a horse, as well as how to check a saddle for poor condition issues. She emphasized that every saddle should be fitted to a horse by a saddle fitter and that saddle fit should be checked each year. On day two, Dr. Sarah Peters, DVM lectured on how to prevent injuries. This included recognizing and compensating for a horse s confirmation issues, and varying your routine to cross-train, which prevents mental burnout and improves muscle development. You also need to build recovery time into your training program, especially after hard work or when beginning new movements. Below are comments from a few rider and auditor participants: It was a wonderful experience for all who rode and watched! Debbie s insights were right on the money and helped each rider move forward quickly and with learnings that they could take home. ~ Molly Fine I loved riding with Debbie and would welcome any chance to be able to ride with her again! I learned so much from watching the other riders as well, so many tools to bring back to my students. ~ Laura Roesing Ms McDonald has the ability to explain things in a way that is easily understood by both riders and auditors. The atmosphere was extremely comfortable, while remaining focused on education, and the true improvement of connection and training of the horses. ~ Meghann Austin I was able to audit on Saturday and gleaned a lot of useful information. ~ Jennifer Kotylo Kate Ballard demonstrating saddle fitting with Heidi Wright and her horse, Skyler. Photo by Cindy Lambert. January 2018 Page 9

10 The Debbie McDonald A Rider s Perspective by Heidi Wright When I received the informing me that I had a spot in the Debbie McDonald Symposium, I was thrilled beyond words. I watched her give a lesson two years ago to Laura Graves, and I remember thinking I would give my left arm to receive that caliber of instruction. I was especially grateful to have a chance to ride with Ms. McDonald because I wanted to get her perspective on training a four-year-old. I bought a young gelding (Skyler) last spring. He had been carefully started but was only under saddle for six months when I brought him home. Was I on the right track? Was I asking too much or not enough? Did I need a course correction? I have this chance to develop a beautiful young horse that has absolutely no baggage and I don t want to screw it up! I knew that the biggest issue we had to focus on was improving the consistency of our connection and throughness. It was interesting to see that improving connection was something Ms. McDonald worked on with virtually every horse and rider. At age four, Skyler is at a tender age to learn good habits and proper expectations that I have set. I appreciated Ms. McDonald s focus on giving us tools to improve the connection without going to the hands. Initially, when Skyler was busy in the mouth and not softening to the contact, she asked us to halt, soften, and walk on. Soon we didn t need to halt, but just to slow down a little, soften and walk on, always followed by my giving him a pet or verbal praise and relaxing the aids as a reward. Skyler tends to lean on his right shoulder, so a simple strategy that worked well was a step of leg yield and then straighten and relax when he softens. The hands stay quiet and in position, and the bending in the rib cage enabled him to soften and take the contact more quietly. By the second day, Skyler came out of the box with a better contact, and with more moments of throughness. We did more sitting trot than I had been doing on my own, and that lead to some moments of confusion going into the canter depart; he gave a little buck in the transitions to canter, no matter how softly I asked. Ms. McDonald Symposium said it was important to work through that because we can t avoid putting our leg on and he needed to accept my leg. We were able to use shoulder fore, travers, renvers, leg yield and transitions within the gait to loosen his back and improve throughness. That helped him listen to my seat better and that got canter off his brain. Then he was able to pick up the canter softly and stayed connected in the transition. Our canter was more balanced and adjustable, versus our normal big-strided, too-fast canter that tends to break into the trot if I try to gather it up at all. His canter felt uphill and in front of my leg, with a slower tempo. One of my biggest takeaways from my ride with Ms. McDonald is that I need to ride him more like a mature horse, because being tentative due to his young age is not helpful to him. He is strong enough for me to sit in more, and I need to set a higher standard for our connection so he doesn t learn that its acceptable to be fussy for the first 10 minutes of the ride. I also loved her gentle, positive approach to training, with lots of praise to the horse so they understand clearly when they got it right. She encouraged all the riders to get the basics right, to focus on the little things and to not worry about the movements, because they will happen naturally when the basics are right. She encouraged me to mix it up with jumping, cavaletti, trail rides, gallops in the field, and generally figure out ways to keep the work interesting. The clinic was also a great auditing experience, and I learned so much watching the other riders. Ms. McDonald engaged the auditors as well, and made a real effort to make sure no questions were left unanswered. It seemed every horse not only became more relaxed, but also more energized and obedient as the lessons progressed. I also really enjoyed the educational bonuses provided by, with Kate Ballard of Stanbridge Saddlery demonstrating common saddle fit concepts, and Dr. Sarah Peters of Forward Equine talking about biomechanics of the dressage horse and how to keep them sound, using Hudson, Amy Grahn s Grand Prix horse, as her model. Heidi Wright on Skyler with Debbie McDonald. Photo by Caryn Vesperman January 2018 Page 10

11 YEAR END AWARDS Dressage Year End Awards OVERVIEW: shall present Champion and Reserve and third through sixth place awards at the end of each competition year. The awards will be based on the average test score for each rider and horse combination as outlined below. Awards of the levels are as following: Horse and rider combinations having the best average for the top five (5) rides of those submitted for each level from Green as Grass/Introductory through Fourth Level. Horse and rider combinations having the best average for the top four (4) rides of those submitted for each of the FEI levels from PSG through Grand Prix. Horse and rider combinations having the best average for the top three (3) rides of those submitted for Musical Freestyle at each USDF and FEI recognized level (training through Grand Prix). Champion and Reserve and third through sixth place awards will be awarded for Open, Adult Amateur and Junior (Jr)/Young Rider division Final divisions for each level are at the discretion of the Dressage Committee as entries warrant. Rides will be counted at the level they are ridden (e.g. training, second). The rider must select which division they wish to compete in (Jr./Young Rider, Adult Amateur, or Open) as per their USEF classification e.g. professional rider (Open), adult amateur, etc. If the rider is an Adult Amateur or Jr./Young Rider and has the required number of tests for example at Adult Amateur and Open at that level (10 unique tests total for USDF level or 8 unique tests for FEI level or 6 unique tests for Freestyle), they may compete in both divisions. It is the competitor s responsibility to ensure that they have the required number of rides at each level within the division. SCORE REPORT FORMS: has a Score Report Form available for use by its Regular, Junior and Life members. The Score Report Form is available from the WEB site, can be photocopied from the newsletter when published, or requested from the VP of Dressage, or any Board Member. This form is used one per level and division and requires a copy of each test that clearly indicates the name and location of the show, name of the judge, name of the horse, name of the rider, the date of the show and is signed by the judge. Alternatively, a score report from the USDF WEB site can be attached to the form after indicating which rides are selected for USDF/USEF recognized shows. RULES GOVERNING AWARDS: Section 1 In order to qualify for any awards, the rider of each horse must be members in good standing of. Section 2 It is each riders responsibility to report his/her own scores. All mailed Score Report forms with proof of scores and a Volunteer hour form completed must be postmarked no later than October 31. If that date falls on a Sunday or mail holiday, awards must be postmarked by the next day. It is each rider responsibility to send a copy of the tests or a score report from USDF attached to s Score. Report Form to the awards chairperson. If any part of the test or score sheet is illegible or not completed, then the score will not be counted. It is the rider responsibility to see that the test or score sheet Photo by John Borys Photgraphy includes the name of the rider, name of the horse, name of the show, date of the show, class number, level, test number, division, score, percentage, and judge s name and signature. Section 3 Only shows open to all competitors will be counted. Section 4: For each of the award levels Green as Grass/Introductory through Fourth Level one must have a minimum of five (5) rides, a minimum of three (3) USDF recognized shows, and a minimum of three (3) different USDF/USEF recognized judge In the case of two judges for a class, the pair shall be considered one (1) judge (an average of the two scores will be taken). Of the 5 scores submitted for yearend awards, two score must be the highest test of the level. For each of the FEI award divisions Prix Georges through Grand Prix, one must have a minimum of four (4) rides, a minimum of two (2) shows, and a minimum of two (2) different USDF/USEF recognized judges. In the case of two judges for a class, the pair shall be considered one (1) judge (an average of the two scores will be taken). Schooling For each Freestyle level one must have a minimum of three (3) rides under two (2) different USDF/USEF recognized judges from 2 different USDF recognized show. Section 5 A horse of the year award will be presented to the horse/ rider combination at the discretion of the Dressage Committee and is an optional award for any award year. Section 6 The show year begins on November 1 (or that weekend) of one year and ends on October 31 (or that weekend) of the following year. Section 7 All members who wish to be eligible for year end awards must volunteer a minimum of five (5) hours per calendar year at one or more sanctioned shows or activities. The hours will be recorded by the member and forwarded to the applicable awards chairperson by October 31st of that competition year. To enable members to comply with this requirement, a volunteer hours recording form will be published in the Scribe and made available on the WEB site. The rider must meet this requirement. The Board of Directors shall identify sanctioned shows and activities and make them known to the membership through the Scribe and the WEB site. continued on page 10 January 2018 Page 11

12 Dressage Year End Awards continued from page 9 Section 8 Journey Award (in place 2006 forward): A horse and rider combination that has achieved 60% or higher for two of the highest tests from two different judges of each level for First, Second, Third and Fourth levels (Junior tests equivalents) will be recognized as an USDF Level Journey Award. A horse and rider combination that has achieved 60% or higher for two tests from two different judges for each level PSG, Intermediate 1, Intermediate 2, and Grand Prix levels will be recognized as an FEI Level Journey Award. Scores earned during or after the 2000 show year will be accepted with copies of score sheets or USDF score sheet printout with the scores circled. Scores are earned over multiple years and submitted once all required scores are earned for an award in that submission year. A separate form is available to be downloaded from the WEB site, can be photocopied from the newsletter when published, or requested from the VP of Dressage or any Board member. Section 9 In Hand Awards For In Hand awards, shall present Champion and Reserve and third through sixth place awards, at the end of each competition year as entries warrant, in each of the following USDF Categories: Colt/Gelding Championship Current Year Foal Championship Filly Championship Mare Championship Stallion Championship Amateur Handler Champion The rules that are in effect: The horse needs a minimum of three scores, from at least two judges, from three different USDF recognized competitions in the categories listed. Horse owner must be an member at the time the scores are earned. The Amateur/Junior handler needs a minimum of three scores, from at least two judges, from three different USDF recognized competitions in the Amateur/Junior handler class. The handler must be an member at the time the scores are earned. As with other awards, five hours of volunteer time are required upon submission to be eligible for the award. Eventing Year End Awards Rules (Revised 2014) Section 1: In order to qualify for any award, the rider of each horse must be a Regular, Young/Junior Rider, and/or Life member of the Association. The rider must be a member before the start date of competition(s) for which scores are submitted in order to have these scores count toward awards. This is the responsibility of the rider; the only exception is if a $50 late fee in addition to the regular membership fee is paid. See membership application for renewal rules. Section 2: Awards will be determined for all levels from results of United States Eventing Association (USEA) Three Day Events, Two Day Events, Horse Trials and Mini Events held in the United States. Riders are eligible for awards for USEA recognized events OR Mini-events, but not both. Please state your intent when submitting scores. Section 3: Points submitted for awards will be calculated and recorded per the following rules: Rider or owner must properly and fully complete the awards form. The form is available on the Awards section of the website ( The USEA result summary from the USEA website (including final point scores) must be submitted. If scores will not be on the website before the deadline, the signature of the show secretary or organizer must be submitted instead. For unrecognized events, the signature of the show secretary or organizer with the final placing and score are required. Award forms must be postmarked by October 31 if mailed, or received via or fax by the awards committee by October 31. Section 4: The show year begins on November 1 (or that weekend) of one year and ends on October 31 (or that weekend) of the following year. Section 5: It is the rider or owner s responsibility to report his or her own scores. Section 6: In the event that no qualified recipients for an awards category are presented to the awards committee, that awards category for that year will be deleted. Section 7: Points to be submitted for awards will reflect the USEA reported scores. USEA recognized Combined Test points will be awarded at half the value listed for a Horse Trial. (This includes horse trials that have to cancel one phase, as well as the Wayne Eventing Derby.) The Wayne Eventing Derby will be the only unrecognized event to be included for year end awards. Section 8: A rider/horse combination who has ridden above the Preliminary level in the 5 years prior to the current show season is not eligible to receive year end award recognition in the Novice and Beginner Novice categories. A rider/horse combination that has ridden above the Training level in the 5 years prior to the current show season is not eligible to receive award recognition at the Beginner Novice level. Please state your intent on the awards form. Section 9: All riders who wish to be eligible for year end awards must volunteer a minimum of five (5) hours per calendar year at related activities or other sanctioned shows/events. The hours will be recorded by the rider and must be signed by appropriate volunteer coordinator or show organizer. It is the rider s responsibility to forward the score report sheet to the awards committee. Hours must be completed and sent to the awards chairperson, postmarked by October 31 of the award year. The rider can also pay a $50 fee in lieu of hours volunteer hours worked. continued on page 11 January 2018 Page 12

13 Eventing Year End Awards continued from page 10 Eventing Awards The Association shall present awards, Champion, Reserve Champion and third through sixth places, in each of the following categories: USEA Advanced Level USEA Intermediate Level USEA Preliminary Level USEA Training Level USEA Novice Level USEA Beginner Novice Level Each of the above categories will be divided into Open, Adult Amateur, and Young Rider and will be determined by USEA status. A rider can qualify for Open or Adult Amateur, but not both. To qualify as an Adult Amateur, you must be registered with the USEA or USEF as an Amateur. Young Rider Of The Year Champion and Reserve Champion. Presented to the Young Riders with the highest point totals for the year. (Definition of a Young Rider per by-laws). Points from the Green Horse awards and Mini Event level do not count towards this award. Adult Amateur Rider Of The Year Champion and Reserve Champion. Presented to the Adult Amateur rider (ages 22 to 39 years) with the highest point totals for the year. Amateur determined as per USEF rules. Points from the Green Horse awards do not count towards this award. Master Amateur Rider Of The Year Champion and Reserve Champion. Presented to the Master Adult Amateur rider (40 years and older) with the highest point totals for the year. Amateur determined as per USEF rules. Points from the Green Horse awards do not count towards this award. Low Score Champion Presented to the Horse and Rider combinations with the lowest final submitted score at each USEA recognized level. There must be at least two riders receiving awards in a division for this award to be given. Scores from the Green Horse awards do not count towards this award. Low Dressage Score Presented to the horse and rider combination with the lowest average dressage score at any level. Three scores are needed from at least two different judges. They may be from different levels so long as they are concurrent levels. An average of the three scores will be used towards year-end awards. Ties will be broken by an average of collective marks. You must include copies of the original dressage tests or a USEA horse report print out from competitions page on the USEA website. One award will be given for Champion and one for Reserve Champion for this award. Please submit the scores on a separate reporting form. Definitions of Awards Champion of a Level Awarded to the horse/rider combination accumulating the most points at that level. Reserve Champion of a Level Awarded to the horse/rider combination accumulating the second highest points at that level. Third Through Sixth Placing of a Level Awarded to the horse/ rider combinations accumulating the third, fourth, fifth, and sixth highest number of points at that level. Eventing Journey Award This award is offered to horse/rider combinations with 2 final scores 50 penalties or less from USEA recognized events at 3 different levels (Beginner Novice through Advanced) for a total of 6 submitted scores per combination. No more than 2 of the scores can be from the same venue. For 2017 awards, scores can be submitted beginning with the year Please submit a rider summary from the USEA website including the relevant scores. Rider and owner must be a member during the current awards year, but not required to have been a member in prior years. Schooling Show Year End Awards To include Schooling Show participants in the Year End Awards awarded at the Annual Awards Banquet, the following rules are being proposed: For Dressage Schooling Shows shall present Champion and Reserve and third through sixth place awards at the end of each competition year. The awards will be based on the average test score for each rider and horse combination as outlined below. Award requirements are as follows: Section 1: In order to qualify for any award, the rider AND owner of each horse must be a Regular, Young/Junior Rider, Business, and/or Life* member of the Association. The rider must be a member before the start date of competition(s) for which scores are submitted in order to have these scores count toward awards. This is the responsibility of the rider; the only exception is if a $50 late fee in addition to the regular membership fee is paid. Section 2: It is each owner or rider s responsibility to report his/her own scores. All mailed Score Report forms with proof of scores and a completed Volunteer Hour form must be postmarked no later than October 31. If that date falls on a Sunday or mail holiday, awards must be postmarked by the next day. It is each owner/rider s responsibility to send a copy of the tests as proof of participation and score authenticity. The Score Report form must be sent to the awards chairperson noted on the form. If any part of the test or score sheet is illegible or not completed, then the score will not be counted. It is the owner/ rider s responsibility to see that the test or score sheet includes the name of the rider, name of the horse, name of the show, date of the show, class number, level, test number, division, score, percentage, and judge s name and signature. Section 3: Scores Required For each of the award levels, Green as Grass/Introductory through Second Level, one must have a minimum of four (4) rides, a minimum of three (3) -recognized shows, and a minimum of three continued on page 12 January 2018 Page 13

14 Schooling Show Year End Awards continued from page 11 (3) different USDF/USEF or L Graduate recognized judges. Of the 4 scores submitted for yearend awards, one score must be the highest test of the level. The ranking for the entries will be determined once the average score is verified. Placings will be awarded based on the highest to lowest average score submitted. Section 4: The show year begins on November 1 (or that weekend) of one year and ends on October 31 (or that weekend) of the following year. Section 5: All members who wish to be eligible for yearend awards must volunteer a minimum of five (5) hours per calendar year at one or more -sanctioned shows or activities. The hours will be recorded by the member and forwarded to the applicable awards chairperson by October 31st of that competition year. To enable members to comply with this requirement, a volunteer hours recording form will be published in the Scribe and will be made available on the website. Alternately, the owner/rider may choose to pay the $50 fee in lieu of volunteer hours. The horse owner OR rider must meet this requirement. The Board of Directors shall identify -sanctioned shows and activities. For Combined Training Schooling Shows shall present Champion and Reserve and third through sixth place awards at the end of each competition year. The awards will be based on the average test score for each rider and horse combination as outlined below. Award requirements are as follows: Section 1: In order to qualify for any award, the rider or owner of each horse must be a Regular, Young/Junior Rider, Business, and/ or Life* member of the Association. The rider must be a member before the start date of competition(s) for which scores are submitted in order to have these scores count toward awards. This is the responsibility of the rider; the only exception is if a $50 late fee in addition to the regular membership fee is paid. Section 2: It is each owner or rider s responsibility to report his/her own scores. All mailed Score Report forms with proof of scores and a completed Volunteer Hour form must be postmarked no later than October 31. If that date falls on a Sunday or mail holiday, awards must be postmarked by the next day. It is each owner/rider s responsibility to send a copy of the tests as proof of participation and score authenticity. The Score Report form must be sent to the awards chairperson noted on the form. If any part of the test or score sheet is illegible or not completed, then the score will not be counted. It is the owner/ rider s responsibility to see that the test or score sheet includes the name of the rider, name of the horse, name of the show, date of the show, class number, level, test number, division, score, percentage, and judge s name and signature. Section 3: Scores Required: For each of the award levels, Pre-starter, Starter Novice, Beginner Novice and Novice, the rider/horse combination must have a minimum of three (3) rides and a minimum of three (3) -sanctioned schooling shows. The ranking for the entries will be determined once the average score is verified. Placings will be awarded based on the lowest to highest average score submitted. Section 4: The show year begins on November 1 (or that weekend) of one year and ends on October 31 (or that weekend) of the following year. January 2018 Page 14 Section 5: All members who wish to be eligible for yearend awards must volunteer a minimum of five (5) hours per calendar year at one or more -sanctioned shows or activities. The hours will be recorded by the member and forwarded to the applicable awards chairperson by October 31st of that competition year. To enable members to comply with this requirement, a volunteer hours recording form will be published in the Scribe and will be made available on the website. Alternately, the owner/rider may choose to pay the $50 fee in lieu of volunteer hours. The horse owner OR rider must meet this requirement. The Board of Directors shall identify -sanctioned shows and activities. For Mini Event Training Schooling Shows shall present Champion and Reserve and third through sixth place awards at the end of each competition year. The awards will be based on the average test score for each rider and horse combination as outlined below. Awards of the levels are as following: Section 1: In order to qualify for any award, the rider or owner of each horse must be a Regular, Young/Junior Rider, Business, and/ or Life* member of the Association. The rider must be a member before the start date of competition(s) for which scores are submitted in order to have these scores count toward awards. This is the responsibility of the rider; the only exception is if a $50 late fee in addition to the regular membership fee is paid. Section 2: It is each owner or rider s responsibility to report his/her own scores. All mailed Score Report forms with proof of scores and a completed Volunteer Hour form must be postmarked no later than October 31. If that date falls on a Sunday or mail holiday, awards must be postmarked by the next day. It is each owner/rider s responsibility to send a copy of the tests as proof of participation and score authenticity. The Score Report form must be sent to the awards chairperson noted on the form. If any part of the test or score sheet is illegible or not completed, then the score will not be counted. It is the owner/ rider s responsibility to see that the test or score sheet includes the name of the rider, name of the horse, name of the show, date of the show, class number, level, test number, division, score, percentage, and judge s name and signature. Section 3: Scores Required For each of the award levels, Starter Novice, Beginner Novice and Novice, the rider/horse combination must have a minimum of three (3) rides and a minimum of three (3) -sanctioned schooling shows. The ranking for the entries will be determined once the aver- continued on page 13 Paid Advertisement

15 Schooling Show Year End Awards continued from page 12 age score is verified. Placings will be awarded based on the lowest to highest average score submitted. Section 4: The show year begins on November 1 (or that weekend) of one year and ends on October 31 (or that weekend) of the following year. Section 5: All members who wish to be eligible for yearend awards must volunteer a minimum of five (5) hours per calendar year at one or more -sanctioned shows or activities. The hours will be recorded by the member and forwarded to the applicable awards chairperson by October 31st of that competition year. To enable members to comply with this requirement, a volunteer hours recording form will be published in the Scribe and will be made available on the website. Alternately, the owner/rider may choose to pay the $50 fee in lieu of volunteer hours. The horse owner OR rider must meet this requirement. The Board of Directors shall identify -sanctioned shows and activities. *Life memberships in are no longer available. From the freshly re-finished Hickory floors to the impeccably kept acres this estate offers a life style, not just a home. Call for a detail of all the custom features. Stainless steel appliances, granite, solid surfaces, Cherrywood cabinets, French doors, Jack & Jill bath, surround sound on the private rear porch off the master bedroom suite, custom designed mud/laundry room. THEN, step into the 4 car attached man cave from Heaven! The 63X40 stable boasts 6 10X12 stalls, 14ft. aisle, water & electric & room for more stalls or indoor trailer storage, 3 overhead doors on the back. Affiliated Kathi Dietrich Paid Advertisement Attention: Show Managers & Organizers! Part of the thrill of competing is seeing your results in the Scribe! We have a variety of area competitions each year and only a few send us results and/or photos. Please take a moment to give your competitors the added thrill of seeing their results in print. Send all show results, stories and photographs to Scribe Editor Mary Jo Downen at typagraphics@gmail.com. January 2018 Page 15

16 Become an Member! There are many benefits to becoming a member of! Besides the benefits listed under each membership category below, offers overall benefits that you may not know about: Year End Awards: Any member is eligible to earn year end awards by submitting their scores at the end of the year (see awards rules). There are awards for Dressage, Eventing and Schooling shows. Specifics are as follows: Dressage For those who have participated in USDF-recognized shows, there are awards for each level and division based on your submitted scores. (Champion and Reserve Champion and third through sixth place) Eventing - For those who have participated in USEA-recognized shows, there are awards for each level and division based on your submitted scores. (Champion and Reserve Champion and third through sixth place) Schooling Show - For those who have participated in -sanctioned shows (shows listed in the Schooling Show Series Omnibus), there are awards for each level and division (CT, Dressage and Mini-Events, based on your submitted scores - Champion and Reserve Champion and third through sixth place). Schooling show participants can also participate in the Schooling Show Championships by submitting their qualifying scores. Classified Ads in the Scribe Any member can submit a classified ad of 50 words or less (Additional words are 10 each.). Service Directory Listing Paid members may list their product or service in the Service Directory, which appears both in the Scribe and on the website. MEMBERSHIP TYPES Regular Membership: $60.00 Includes an annual electronic subscription to the Scribe, ed monthly and available at.org, one vote in annual elections, discounted participation in select -sponsored activities, and a USDF Group membership*. If you are a trainer, have a barn or would like to advertise your business on the website and in the Scribe, you can list your business in the Service Directory. Young Rider Membership: $45.00 For those members who will not have reached their 22nd birthday before January 1, 2017, one vote in annual elections, discounted participation in select -sponsored activities, and a USDF Group membership*. Junior Rider Membership: $35.00 For those members who will not have reached their 17th birthday before January 1, 2017, discounted participation in select -sponsored activities, and a USDF Group membership*. Business Membership: $ In addition to Regular Membership benefits, Business Members receive $60 of advertising in the Scribe, an entry into the Service Directory with your logo, a summary of your business offerings, and links to your website and/or . You can also advertise your events on the website calendar, and request E-Blasts be sent out to the list. Once you have signed up as a business, your application will be sent to the web administrator and you will be sent a questionnaire to build your directory page. This a great way to advertise your business. *USDF Group membership includes 10 issues of the USDF Connection and many additional benefits. It is not a participating membership and does not include eligibility for USDF yearend awards and to compete in Regional competitions. For further information go to January 2018 Page 16

17 Illinois Dressage and Combined Training Association 2018 Membership Form Name: Street Address: City / State / Zip: Home Phone: Cell Phone: (Required): If you choose a type of membership that has an italic section, please complete the information for that specialized membership type: Regular Membership...$60.00 $ Young Rider Membership...$45.00 $ Rider Birth Date REQUIRED! Junior Rider Membership $35.00 $ Rider Birth Date REQUIRED! Business Membership*...$ $ If you are joining as a Business Member, please provide us with additional information: Business Name: Street Address: City / State / Zip: Please accept my gift to s Educational Grant Fund...$ Total...$ Please make check payable to. Credit cards NOT accepted with this form. Mail Membership Form & Check to: Lil Kane, 3591 Persimmon Drive, Algonquin, IL membershipidcta@gmail.com Phone: is an ALL Volunteer, Not-For-Profit Organization. Please become active in the club and VOLUNTEER! Rules Governing Year-end Awards: In order to qualify for any awards, the owner and the rider of each horse must be a Regular, Young Rider, Junior Rider and/or Life member of at the time the scores are earned. Explanation of Membership Fees: Regular Membership: $60.00 Includes an annual electronic subscription to the Scribe available at.org, one vote in annual elections, discounted participation in select sponsored activities and a USDF Group membership*. Young Rider Membership: $45.00 For those members who will not have reached their 22nd birthday before January 1, Same benefits as regular members with the exception of voting privileges. Junior Rider Membership: $35.00 For those members who will not have reached their 17th birthday before January 1, Same benefits as regular members with the exception of voting privileges. Business Membership: $ Entitles a business to ONE Regular, Junior Rider or Young Rider membership. $60 of advertising in the Scribe, a link to your website from s website and an entry into the Business Directory with your logo and a summary of your business offerings. You can also advertise your events on the website calendar, and request E-Blasts be sent out to the list. Once you have signed up as a business, your application will be sent to the web administrator and you will be sent a questionnaire to build your directory page. This is a great way to advertise your business. * USDF Group membership includes 10 issues of the USDF Connection and many additional benefits. It is not a participating membership and does not include eligibility for USDF year end awards and to compete in Regional competitions. For further information go to January 2018 Page 17

18 Grant Program The Board of Directors has updated our Grant Program for our membership. We are very excited about this program and hope that more members begin sending in applications for upcoming clinics, whether, USEA, USDF or USEF sanctioned. As always, the funds must be used for tuition only. members can qualify every two years. To qualify for a grant, clinics must be with trainers from greater than 100 miles from the Chicagoland area. The clinics must be produced by, USEA, USDF, USEF or must be an approved clinic. In return, asks that the recipient of the grant write a detailed article about the clinic for the next issue of the Scribe. The article should be a minimum of one typed page and may include photographs (please provide photographer credit). Other qualifications are as follows: An applicant must be a member in good standing of for a minimum of six months at the time the clinic is to be held. An application and copy of the clinic entry must be submitted a minimum of 60 days prior to the opening date of the clinic. This will allow the Board of Directors enough time to review and vote on the applicant's request at the next board meeting. One grant per clinic may be awarded. Not every qualified clinic will be awarded a grant. The two main factors that will be considered when awarding grants are the following: volunteer hours totaling a minimum of 5 in the past calendar year and each applicant s past riding experience without regard for number of shows entered or success in the show ring. The amount funded by per clinic is $200, or the cost of the clinic tuition, whichever is less. The grant funds may only be used for the clinic the applicant anticipates participating in as a rider, and not an auditor. Funds may not be used for stabling, hauling or other associated expenses, other than the cost of the clinic tuition. Grant funding may vary each year depending on the amount available and number of qualified applicants, and will be awarded on a first come, first served basis. Funds not used in a given year will be rolled over to the next year. In cases where the grant recipient does not participate in the requested clinic or an article is not submitted within a month of participating in the clinic, the funds granted shall be returned to immediately. This will allow the money to be used for another applicant. All grant applicants will be notified of the decision by phone or after the board has voted. Checks will be mailed to the applicant only after the Scribe article has been received. January 2018 Page 18

19 Grant Application Name: Number: Name of Parent or Guardian (if under 18) Address: Phone Number: address: Horse s Name: Owner: Clinic & Location: Do you have a regular trainer? If yes, who? How long? Frequency of Lessons: What discipline do you ride? What are your riding goals? What other clinics have you ridden in the past 12 months? What contributions have you made to the in the last 12 months? What future contributions do you plan to make? Send Application & a copy of clinic entry form via mail or at least 60 days prior to opening date to: Katie Miskovic, 4215 Konrad Ave, Lyons,IL Cell: alliyes77@aol.com January 2018 Page 19

20 TDF Your Source for Support Photo Credit: Shannon Brinkman Since 1989, donors to The Dressage Foundation have generously provided funds to create a better dressage community... for you. Each year grants and scholarships are awarded to riders of all ages and levelsinstructors, judges, breeders, dressage non-profits, and more. Visit dressagefoundation.org to learn about the options currently available: Photo Credit: Carolynn Bunch ADULT AMATEURS Gifted Memorial Fund Heldenberg Training Center Fund Evie Tumlin Fund for Region 9 YOUTH Captain Jack Fritz Grants for YR Graduate Program Carolyn Van Cise Fund for Michigan Youth Cynthia Aspden Fund for Youth Development Heldenberg Training Center Fund Young Rider International Dream Program INSTRUCTORS Continuing Education for Instructors Fund Karen Skvarla Fund for Young Professionals Major Lindgren Instructor Education Fund Trip Harting Fund for Pony Club Members USDF Region 9 Teaching Excellence Award BREEDERS Elysium Farm Fund for U.S. Breeders JUDGES Shannon Foundation Fund for Judges Licensing Trip Harting Fund for Pony Club Members SHOW MANAGEMENT AND TECHNICAL DELEGATES Lloyd Landkamer Show Management Development Fund Veronica Holt Dressage Technical Delegate Fund HIGH PERFORMANCE Anne B. Ramsay Grant Carol Lavell Advanced Dressage Prize Patsy Albers Award EDUCATIONAL EVENTS Continuing Education for Instructors Fund Dancing Horse Fund Edgar Hotz Judges Education Fund Michael Poulin Dressage Fund Sally Swift Fund for Centered Riding Clinics Violet Hopkins Fund for GMO Events CENTURY CLUB Honoring senior riders and horses January 2018 Page 20 THE DRESSAGE FOUNDATION 1314 O Street, Suite 305 Lincoln, NE info@dressagefoundation.org

21 Listings in the Serice Directory are FREE to all paid Members. Please submit your horse-related service listing to: Mary Jo Downen at EVENTING Erika Dierks Stonehedge Farm Union Grove, WI (262) Premiere Boarding and Training Facility located on 170 acres. 30 stalls, Quality Care. Training in Eventing, Dressage and Jumping. Nikki Jewell Hidden Gem Equine Hunter, Jumper, Equitation, Eventing. Available for clinics, training and instruction. Tune up your show jumping! Brigitte Kettell Baythorne Farm Sugar Grove, IL years experience, Pony Club B rating. Beginner level through Preliminary, Level 1T ICP certified, works with riders of all levels. Laura Roesing, Trainer Shadowood Farm 433 N. Draper Rd. McHenry IL Laroesing@earthlink.net Shadowoodfarmhorses.com Family run boarding and training facility on 30 acres. Riding school includes, Hunter/Jumper and Dressage lessons through FEI levels and Eventing to preliminary level. Offering school horses from beginner to intermediate levels of riding. DRESSAGE Eliza Ardizzone Tempel Lipizzans LLC, Wadsworth,IL (847) eardizzone@att.net USDF Silver and Gold medalist, USDF L Program grad with distinction, Resident trainer Tempel Lipizzans, 30 years experience. Susan Gerstenberger Silverwood Farm, Camp Lake, WI hm cell mblpetvt@aol.com 262/ Bronze/Silver USDF Medalist, Training through I-1, USDF L Judge with distinction, competed thru I-1 and schooling G.P. Galina Shelepov Legacy Dressage Center, Burlington WI Barn (262) Cell (262) legacydressage@gmail.com Over 20 years of experience. Training, teaching and competing through all levels. Dressage training facility with quality care,heated full size indoor and standard outdoor arenas. David A. Smith FEI Level Rider & Trainer Naperville, IL DASmith_75@yahoo.com USDF Bronze, Silver & Gold Medalist USDF L Program Grad with distinction Have trained and shown several horses to FEI Winner of several Regional Championships Jennifer Strauss Heritage Stables, Oconomowoc, WI Imfullofstuff@yahoo.com USDF Bronze and Silver medalist on self-trained horses. Competed thru PSG. Former Fei event rider thru 2* level. Currently enrolled in USDF L program. The Tempel Lipizzans Wadsworth Rd, Old Mill Creek, IL info@tempellipizzans.com Premium boarding and training facility offering training, breeding, clinics, a working student program, and performances. Our goal for the past 60 years has been to promote classical riding and the Lipizzan breed in the US. To help with our educational goals we are visited by world renowned clinicians throughout the year. OTHER SERVICES Zanides Equine Wellness Certified Equine Therapeutic & Sports Massage Member IAAMB Abagail R. Simonsen Taylor Select Horse Bedding Forest Preserve Rd., Rockton, IL info@taylorselect.com sales@taylorselect.com The Service Directory listings are available to all paid members. If you would like to have your horse-related business listed and you are a current member, please your listing to Mary Jo Downen at typagraphics@gmail.com. Listings should include your name, your farm name, your phone(s), your , your website, and a brief description of the services that you offer. If you offer both training and boarding services, you can have a longer description. Please provide your member number as well. Take advantage of this fantastic resource for those seeking equine related services as well as for those offering them. If you have any questions regarding our new Service Directory, please don t hesitate to contact me at January 2018 Page 21

22 Benefits of your Membership Regular Membership: $60.00 Includes an annual electronic subscription to the Scribe, ed and available at. org, one vote in annual elections, discounted participation in select sponsored activities and a USDF Group membership*. Business Membership: $ Includes ONE Regular, Junior Rider or Young Rider membership (and benefits as listed above), $60 of advertising in the Scribe, a listing in both the Scribe and website business directory, with an expanded online listing including a logo, if desired. You can also advertise your events on the website calendar, and request E-Blasts to promote your service and/or activities, which will be sent to the list. This is a great way to reach our members and advertise your business. Advertising in the Scribe just makes Dollars & $ense! *For a complete list of USDF GMO benefits, go to: Benefits%5CGMBenefits.pdf Are you having trouble signing up or renewing your membership online? The Scribe reaches your target audience with some of the best rates out there! Contact Ad Manager Mary Jo Downen at typagraphics@gmail.com for our rate sheet, and start advertising in the Scribe today! Members are reporting occasional problems with our online signup/ renewal process. We are trying to troubleshoot and resolve the problem, and it seems to be only affecting members using AOL. If you have any problems with your online signup, please contact Membership Chairman Lil Kane at theflyingkanes3@aol.com or January 2018 Page 22

23 Classified Ads up to 50 words are FREE for members! 10 a word for non-members. Send your ad to Mary Jo Downen at typagraphics@gmail.com Classified Ads SHAREBOARD Talented Trakenher gelding available for shareboard in Lockport,IL area. Schooling 2 level Chestnut, uphill and forward moving. Looking for an experienced rider. Trainer on premises available for lessons and horse is available and ready to show this season. Contact Jill Jankowski: or jankowsk1@sbcglobal.net BOARDING Board Your Horse Large Stalls: Quiet private barn in Barrington Hills; 12 x 20 foot stalls; lighted indoor arena with sand/rubber/fiber footing; barn is heated; warm/cold water wash rack; 6 fenced pastures; across from riding trails; 3 miles from the B.H. s Riding Center. $950 to $1200 per month. Contact Shirley at (847) TACK FOR SALE Austrian leather, Bates Isabel saddle, 17.5 seat with adjustable gullet and CAIR. This saddle is like new, thus in impeccable condition. Asking $1, Call Joyce Hopkins at or at westiejoy@yahoo.com Frank Baines Elegance Dressage saddle, 18 med. tree leathers and stirrups included. Great condition, will bring to your barn. warriorwoman@horsewarriorwoman.com or call Ursula at Prestige 2000 Dressage saddle, 17.5 seat, Medium tree, good condition. Very comfortable. Contact: Eliza Ardizzone Classified ads must be paid in full and received by the 10th of the preceding month (e.g., May 10 for June issue). First 50 words are FREE for an member (please supply member number) and 10 a word for non-members. Additional words are $.50 each. Mail to: Mary Jo Downen, Pearl St., Kirkland, IL For information, call typagraphics@gmail.com NOTE: MEMBER FREE ADS will continued to run until cancelled. Please contact the Advertising Manager above if you wish your ad to be discontinued. STONEHEDGE, LLC Prestigious Equestrian Facility Located near I-94 between Chicago and Milwaukee Paid Advertisement Quality Care with Daily Turnout/Heated Barn 80x210 Indoor Arena/ Dressage Ring/ Outdoor Arena Modern Facility with Large Meeting/Viewing Room Cross Country Course with Water Complex DRESSAGE / JUMPING / EVENTING Boarding - Expert Training - Lessons - Sales Paid Advertisement (262) Stonehedgellc@gmail.com January 2018 Page 23

24 To list your event in the Calendar of Events, to Mary Jo Downen, NOTE: Events and Notices are BOLD and qualify for volunteer hours.all Region 2 USDF Shows and USEA Area IV events (as well as all shows/events) are eligible for volunteer hours with signed volunteer form. All Schooling Show Series Shows are in BLUE. JANUARY January 13 Annual Awards Banquet. Mark your calendar! Invitation in this issue! January Fields & Fences USEF/USDF rated Dressage Show, Fields & Fences Equestrian Center, Gurnee, IL. Judge: Thomas Poulin. Contact jrobers451@aol.com MARCH March Fields & Fences USEF/USDF rated Dressage Show, Fields & Fences Equestrian Center, Gurnee, IL. Judge: Lilo Fore. Contact jrobers451@aol.com MAY May 6 Mini Event & CT at Geneva Equestrian. Details TBA. May Mini Event & CT at Barrington Hills Riding Center. Details TBA. May Dressage at Silverwood Farm. Details TBA. JUNE June 3 Mini Event & CT at Geneva Equestrian. Details TBA. June 3 Dressage at the Fox Valley Saddle Association. Details TBA. June 10 Mini Event & CT at The Fox Valley Saddle Association. Details TBA. June 16 Dressage at Marquis Dressage. Details TBA. June Rated Show at Silverwood. Details TBA. June 30 Haywire Farms Triple Show. Details TBA. JULY July 1 Dressage & CT at Team Hall. Details TBA. July 8 Winsom Triple Show. Details TBA. July 14 Dressage at Excelsior Equestrian Center. Details TBA. January 2018 Page 24 July 15 Dressage & CT at Cross Winds Farm. Details TBA. July 21 Dressage & CT at Hannaberry Farm. Details TBA. July 29 Mini Event & CT at The Fox Valley Saddle Association. Details TBA. AUGUST August 5 Mini Event & CT at Geneva Equestrian. Details TBA. August 5 Fields & Fences USEF/USDF rated Dressage Show, Fields & Fences Equestrian Center, Gurnee, IL. This show pays prize money! Judge: Thomas Poulin. Contact jrobers451@aol.com August Dressage at Silverwood Farm. Details TBA. August 18 Haywire Farms Triple Show. Details TBA. August 19 Dressage & CT at Fields and Fences. Details TBA. August 26 Triple Show at Silverwood Farm. Details TBA. SEPTEMBER September 2 Dressage & CT at Team Hall. Details TBA. September 9 Dressage & CT at ERC Farm. Details TBA. September 23 Dressage at the Fox Valley Saddle Association. Details TBA. OCTOBER October 6 Dressage & CT Championshps at Fields and Fences. Details TBA. October 7 Mini Event Championships at Silverwood. Details TBA. October 14 Mini Event & CT at Geneva Equestrian. Details TBA. October 28 Mini Event & CT at Geneva Equestrian. Details TBA.