Newsletter July 2018

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1 Maryborough Active Riders Club Inc P O Box 563 Maryborough Qld 4650 Maryborough Active Riders Club Inc. Newsletter July 2018 Monthly meetings are usually on the 2 nd Tuesday of each month. The next meeting will be held on Tuesday 10 th July 2018 at the Federal Hotel (6.30pm for 7.00pm start) M.A.R.C. Committee Members: Pam Thurlow President Ph: cullow5451@telstra.com Mob: Petrea Bates Vice President Ph: premiumbates@gmail.com Secretary Mob: Show Assistant Marilyn Costigan Treasurer Ph: marilyn.costigan@hotmail.com Dressage Assistant Mob: Lynne Larkin Dressage Co-ordinator Ph: larkin26@bigpond.com Web Page Manager Mob: Monique Bonus Show Coordinator Mob: monza21@hotmail.com Facebook Admin Anna Szyszka Rally Coordinator Ph: hayljim@optusnet.com.au Points Scorer Sally Whalan Risk Management Ph: swhalan@fcac.qld.edu.au Mob: Kerry Hutson Risk Management Ph: pandor_35@hotmail.com Assistant Mob: Cate Puschmann Show Assistant Mob: catepuschmann@hotmail.com Roslyn Barker Dressage Assistant Mob: roslyn.barker@gmail.com Leah Van Tonder Dressage Assistant Ph: leahcantle@bigpond.com Mob: Karl Malmros Dressage Assistant Mob: karlmalmros@bigpond.com Leesa Collishaw Dressage Assistant Ph: coldel.h@bigpond.net.au Mob: Sue Thurlow Newsletter Editor Ph: suethurlow6@gmail.com Mob: Virginia Wyatt Patron Ph: (n/a) 1

2 Letter from the editor Sue Thurlow I am trying to get each newsletter out near the beginning of each month, but this is an extra early edition as I need to go away immediately after the Fraser Coast All Breeds Show which is this weekend a very big show in the Covered Arena at the Maryborough Showgrounds Saturday - Led and Ridden Breed classes Saturday Evening - Freestyles to music and ridden Challenge classes Sunday Led and Ridden Show Horse and Hunter classes There have been record entries and we are expecting some very high quality horses (and riders!) Many of you will be attending as competitors or assistants, but I hope other members, and their friends, will visit to spectate for a few hours. It is a great opportunity to see the different breeds and meet with breeders as well as other riders and trainers. Totally Tasty Catering will be present throughout the event. Also in the July newsletter Some photos from the 24 th June Dressage Training event Carl Hecter s tips for improving your Dressage Guidelines for etiquette in the warm up area And much more. Safe travels and happy times with your horses! Until next month. Sue Thurlow 2

3 Fraser Coast All Breeds Show 30 th June 1 st July 2018 On Saturday there are Led and Ridden classes for every breed and age of equine including ANSA, Appaloosa, Pure Arabian, Arabian Derivative, Australian Pony, Riding Pony, Saddle Pony, Pure and Part Welsh, Australian Stockhorse, Baroque, Colorama, Paint, Quarter Horse, Thoroughbred, Warmblood, Miniature and Small Horse Saturday evening classes including Freestyle ride to music. This is a free choice workout to own choice of music lasting 2mins 30seconds to 3 minutes. All Breeds Challenge - with prizes for each phase, Hack, Working and Utility Patterns and Overall Challenge placegetters Sunday is ridden classes, with no specification of breeds, and includes Smartest on Parade - Junior and Adult Rider classes - Junior and Adult (including Tiny Tots, Lead Rein and Beginner classes) Hunter and Show Horse classes In addition to the normal ribbons there are numerous Champion and Reserve Champion sashes, $ cash, other prizes and vouchers, plus the trophy rugs and garlands Reminder for competitors Horse Health Declarations presented to organisers prior to riding or competing Other s horses may not be as quiet or educated as yours are, so give them plenty of space, whether or not they appear to need it. Keep clear of the entry / exit areas for the rings at all times (except when entering / exiting the ring of course!) Awareness of the Biosecurity Guidelines especially o No touching of other s horses around the mouth or nose o Don t let your horse touch noses with other s horses o Immediately report to the organisers if your horse seems unwell o Remove all manure asap, not just from your stable, but from all areas, including washbays and walkways o Regular handwashing o Supervise children as they may not understand or remember these precautions Our club takes pride in our reputation for considering others, so please be courteous to all and ensure that you leave the grounds as clean and tidy as possible Don t forget to go to the Cherish My Pix facebook site to see and purchase good quality photographs at extremely reasonable prices. 3

4 24 th June Dressage Training Day There were a good number participating, mostly in Prep and Prelim, but with some Elementary and Medium entrants. Thank you to the judge, Sue Dale, who is not only an experienced judge, but she has trained her own horses to compete successfully at the Advanced level, so she was able to give well qualified (and sympathetic) feedback to the riders. It was lovely to see Anna Szyszka competing for the first time with Dergharty (aka Daz). Although her main aim was for a quiet and positive experience, they scored above 60% in both Prep tests. Donna Woodward and War Song (aka Sorrento) did well for a 1 st and 2 nd in the Preps with 66% and 66.75% at only their second training competition outing. 4

5 Kay Bradford and Maggie showing nice form in their Prep Monique Bonus has Mahaaro Shotgun nicely round and soft and forward in their Prep too Madison Hose and Pirate scored Petrea Bates and Land Grant look good at halt and % in Novice centre line in their Prelims for % and % Horse Rug Repairs Pick Up and Delivery by arrangement Prompt Reliable Service - Same Day Service by arrangement Phone Petrea Bates or Always leave a message and I will return your call 5

6 Pam Ward and Tuscan Shadow have a good effort in their Elementary Lynne Larkin with Law and Order achieved % and70.135% in their Mediums! The program for the Fraser Coast Dressage Championship 11 th & 12 th August is on the MARC website and nominations are open through Volunteers are still needed to assist with erecting arenas, pencilling, scoring, collecting test sheets, etc. Volunteering 3 hours or more will get automatic entry in the draw for $50. We know that most volunteers would do so anyway, but there is also a chance for financial reward to the workers. Contact Lynne Larkin larkin26@bigpond.com or Other inspirations for Dressage Aspirants / Addicts Carl Hester will be hosting a Through the Levels Masterclass on Sunday 22 nd July 2018 at the Qld State Equestrian Centre (QSEC) at Caboolture. This will follow the 2018 Brisbane CDI which will be from 18 th -21 st July at QSEC. Carl will also commentate the Young Horse Education session on Saturday afternoon, 21 st July, at the CDI 6

7 Some Tips from Carl Hester Even if you can t get to see Carl Hester at Caboolture on 22 nd July, you might benefit from these tips which he shared at a packed British Dressage national convention in It may be 6 years later, but they are still relevant!! Whether you are just starting out in dressage, want to improve your dressage for eventing, or are an experienced dressage competitor, Carl Hester s clear and easy to understand advice includes useful tips to help every rider improve their horse s way of going. Warming up Obedience to the hand and leg must start in the warm-up If a horse won t stretch at the beginning of session, work on a contact at first and then stretch when he is ready You should ride about 200 transitions per session forward & back to make the horse rideable & on the aids Straightness Riders blame saddles when the problem is usually that the horse isn t straight and throws them off to side. If horse isn t even in both reins don t keep pulling the heavy one work to put the weight in the empty rein If horse is stiff on outside rein, use renvers to soften them up and add weight to other rein. Everybody should have to ride quarter lines they show if the horse is contained in the outside aids. Improving paces The only way to improve/influence horses paces is to ride forward in a balanced way. The trot is the easiest pace to change & improve but you need to buy a good walk and a good canter Use half transitions to bring a horse back in trot and teach him to wait in balance rather than full half-halt Use lots of forwards and back transitions within the canter to spice up the hindleg Half-halts are invisible or should be that s why they re so hard to explain. It s what works for you. Strong/tense horses If horse is strong, don t go in straight lines, circle & circle until he s not pulling & is balancing himself A tense horse s lateral suppleness can be improved by very forward canter leg yields. Other useful tips For lateral work always remember to sit on your inside seatbone. Horses in self-carriage will get tired especially if not used to holding themselves so intersperse with stretching If you carry a whip just to make your horse go, you shouldn t carry one. They are just for small corrections. It doesn t matter what type of horse you have, you can teach it square halts they re free marks. 7

8 Click on the links to see videos of Sonke Rothenburger and Cosmo just beautiful!! 82.82%!! Those soft attentive ears with the relaxed swinging tail. Laura Graves and Verdades at the World Cup finals not too bad either! And for us mere mortals, here are some reminders about etiquette in the warm up arena As there can be many horses warming up in a restricted area it is important for all riders to be aware of the etiquette of riding in a group which improves the safety &harmony for all! Safety is paramount and a collision should be avoided at all times Mounting, dismounting, and adjustment of gear should not be done on the track or in the midst of a busy warm up area Consider the behaviour of other horses that may upset your horse (and try to keep clear of them) Riders SHOULD pass Left shoulder to Left shoulder when on the track, and when not on the track riders should give way to horses on the Left. (However not all riders may realise this, so if in doubt, call out to advancing rider keeping Left to Left or I am on inside / outside to help avoid collision / confusion). Passing Left to Left and Giving way to the Left is the opposite of how we drive in Australia so just imagine you are driving in Germany or USA The more progressive pace has priority on the track o Halt should not be on the track o Walk should not be on the track and never has right of way o Trot has priority over walk o Canter has priority over trot Lateral work has priority over all paces (but again common sense indicates if I was practising leg-yield in trot, and another rider is doing sequence flying changes towards me, I would give way to the more advanced / difficult movement) When circling, anticipate your return to the track so as not to stop the flow of others LOOK UP ahead and around you (not at your horse s neck/withers) so that you are aware of what is happening around you If your horse misbehaves, DO NOT shout at it, as that can frighten other horses and cause an accident for someone else But it is OK to use your voice (politely) if unsure what another rider is going to do or to warn them of your approach ( I will go on the inside, I am coming up behind you ). It may be courteous or necessary to leave the area if your horse is causing considerable upset to others 8

9 Does anyone have a 6 x 3 metre marquee that they can lend to MARC for a tradestall at the Fraser Coast Dressage Championships 11 th 12 th August?? Please contact Lynne Larkin larkin26@bigpond.com or

10 Other opportunities to practice your test riding Hervey Bay Active Riders Club Sunday 21 st October For more information contact Roanna Henseleit: or Bundaberg Country Dressage Group Inc Go to the BCDG facebook page for more information about their club, membership, training days and competitions. Their Open Competitive and Restricted competition dates are 19 th August (DCDG Club Championships) 30 th September Property for Sale (or possibly for rent) 40 acres undulating country half pasture, half treed, bush riding trails, Well maintained home with 4 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, office, covered entertaining area Extensive sheds and 2 dams Full size Indoor Arena across the road and available for hire On Mungar Road, 15 kms from Maryborough Price $490,000 Phone Anna Direct Deposits to MARC Bank Accounts. Please only use the MARC General Account When making direct payments, please make it clear who the payment is from & what the payment is for. NEW MARC Shirts Cool, sun protective and wash up beautifully! Available in Size 8 to Size 20 Long Sleeve =$45 Short Sleeve = $40 Contact Pam Thurlow or cullow5451@telstra.com to order your shirt 10

11 Events Calendar The following dates are confirmed, but activities on some dates are to be confirmed (tbc) and there may be additional events (e.g. coaching clinics, rallies) so WATCH the MARC website and facebook for updates. June Sat 30 th July Sun 1 st Fraser Coast All Breeds Show (Led and ridden Breed Classes) Covered Arena Fraser Coast All Breeds Show (Rider, Show Horse & Hunter Classes) Covered arena Program is on the MARC website August Sun 11 th Fraser Coast **Dressage Champs Covered arena; East arena; Witches Hat August Sat 12 th Fraser Coast **Dressage Champs Covered arena; East arena; Witches Hat Program is on the MARC website September Sat 15 th September Sun 16 th Coaching Clinic with Russel Davidson (details and prices to be confirmed).eastern Arena Coaching Clinic with Russel Davidson (details and prices to be confirmed) Eastern Arena October Sat 13 th Dressage Training Competition Covered arena October Sun 14 th Spring Show Covered arena November Sat 10 th Dressage Training Competition Covered arena MARC is not responsible for the fees at the Maryborough Showgrounds and Equestrian Park (MSEP). These are set by the Fraser Coast Regional Council. Honesty Boxes are not available, & MSEP staff cannot take payments.) Payments: Online payments: To book and/ pay for stables/yards, cleaning bonds, facility fees and camping. Payment by credit/debit card. Or for assistance phone Nominate (07) during business hours Phone Council s Customer Service am pm Monday to Friday, except Public Holidays. To pay camping, facility, other hire fees (except stables & cleaning bonds) by Master/Visa credit card only. Visit one of Council s Customer Service Centres 8.15am pm Monday to Friday, except Public Holidays. To pay camping, facility, other hire fees (except stables & cleaning bonds) by Cash, Cheque, Master/Visa cards only Kent Street, Maryborough; or 77 Tavistock Street, Torquay; or Forgan Terrace, Tiaro. Current Fees up until 30 June 2018: Camping Fees: $18.35 per site per night (maximum 2 nights unless staying for an event at MSEP) Equestrian Facility Fees: $7.65 per horse per day when riding anywhere on the grounds OR $ Season Pass per person for 12 months from 30 June Stable/Yard Fees: $7.65 per stable/yard from 6am to 6am or part thereof $23.00 per stable/yard cleaning bond payable in advance (refunded if stable is left clean) $11.00 per stable/yard cleaning fee payable in advance (optional no cleaning bond required) Stables/yards are locked and 48 hours notice is required when making a booking. To check availability of grounds, go to or contact the Venue Office on