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Dear Dressage Riders,

Sonja Vracko will be at Pine Hill Farm to teach on November 16th and November 17th. I would encourage any open level, AA, Junior or Young Rider to take advantage of this opportunity to work with an FEI "O" judge. She is fabulous.

Kindly,

Nancy Harrison Gorton,

Owner/Manager
Pine Hill Farm
8000 NW Mace Road
Kansas City, MO 64152

capriole22@...

www.pinehillfarm.org

cell: 816-695-3305

#1067

From: Karla Stanley <prtc@...>
Date: Thu Nov 1, 2007 6:36 am
Subject: Re: Dressage mare for lease

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We are looking for a horse that is currently going PSG but thank you
for your response.     Karla Stanley


On Oct 27, 2007, at 9:00 AM, brndysioux@... wrote:

> Available for lease (or purchase)
> 8 year old 15-2 mare
> Looks like & movement of a warmblood
> Shown Intro only due to rider's handicap, Champion at that level.
> Easily go to 2nd level.
> Striking & very petty.
> Healthy & Sound.
> �
> If lease would like her to stay within 2 hours of Kansas City
> �����������insurance
> ���������� rider taking lesson with approved instructor
> �
> Trade possible for barn wiring, front gates, arena footing, or ????
> (nothing that eats!)
> �
> Karen
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#1066

From: "Muldrow, Gerri " <gerri.muldrow@...>
Date: Tue Oct 30, 2007 6:47 pm
Subject: RE: 2008 omnibi covering shows in Region 4

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Please note also that all prize lists in omnibus listings for the Regional Championships are marked as "unofficial". The lead times required by omnibus listings for the next show season necessitate that they are only tentative listings.

Only "official" prize lists contain all of the approved information for a given Championship show. Official prize lists are always available on the USDF website and are usually approved in the June/July time frame. The USDF or host organization should always be contacted for the Official prize list.

Gerri

Gerri Muldrow, Manager 2007
Great American/USDF
Region 4 Championships
and SLADS Fall Classic

-----Original Message-----
From: usdfregion4@yahoogroups.com [mailto:usdfregion4@yahoogroups.com]On Behalf Of Sarah Patrick
Sent: Tuesday, October 30, 2007 1:08 PM
To: usdfregion4@yahoogroups.com
Cc: Marie Murphy
Subject: [usdfregion4] 2008 omnibi covering shows in Region 4

I am sharing this with the group as there is always a question or two (or twenty) about where to find show information or why information is in one location but not another.

There are two published omnibi (that I know of) including shows in Region 4. Neither are produced or financially benefit the region (as the financial risk is born by those who produce them). One is the Central USA Omnibus (info below) which is mailed to all USDF members in Region 4 at the cost of the show management company that produces it and using a mailing list they purchase. The mailing list is usually drawn on the previous year memberships (e.g., 2007 members are mailed the 2008 Central USA Omnibus) because there is often a long delay in GMO memberships for the coming year getting sent to USDF. This omnibus also includes a number of shows in Regions 2 and, I believe, some in Region 3. Shows pay for the pages used and advertiser space is also available. Any show can opt to use this marketing service and prize lists are also put on a commercial web-site. The contact information for this omnibus is given, below.

The second omnibus I know of is for the Central States Dressage & Eventing Association, the largest GMO in Region 4. Again, any show can opt to pay to have a show (or event) included and advertising space is available for purchase. Nancy Porter is the publisher of this omnibus and you can reach her at nancyporter8@aol.com. Shows advertised there are also, I believe, then given CSDEA approval toward their year end awards program (please confirm with CSDEA about this). This omnibus includes a section for schooling shows, too. It often includes many of the shows in the upper half of Regions 2 and 4.

Is either source 100% complete? No. Some licensed shows do not pay to advertise in these omnibi. If you want a complete list of licensed shows in Region 4 you can check the USEF web-site, the USDF web-site or the Region 4 yahoogroup web-site.

Does either source provide the 'final' prize list for the USDF Region 4 Championships? No. The omnibi are published during the winter, long before the FINAL USDF prize list for regional championships are approved. This caused many competitors confusion this year, so please, if your goal is to ride at Regionals in Mason City in 2008, please use the USDF web-site as THE FINAL SOURCE for the prize list about that competition. I believe the web-site for the Central USA Omnibus will also have the prize list updated at some point and, of course, I'll post the USDF version when available. Still, you are always safe going back to the source, which for GAIG/USDF regional championships, is USDF.

All shows in Region 4 can have their prize list included for free on the Region 4 yahoogroup web-site. Just post the file under FILES > LICENSED (or schooling) COMPETITIONS or email it to me and I will post it for you with a calendar reminder. For those of you who compete also in Region 2, it produced its' own omnibus last year and that is available on-line.

Hope this information helps!

Sarah

----- Forwarded Message ----
From: "DressageShowInfo@aol.com" DressageShowInfo@aol.com

Time to Update the Omnibus!

Dear Show Contact,

Gosh, it just seems like we just finished up the show season and now we find ourselves in the midst of getting ready for next year - booking judges, reserving facilities, planning class lists, and updating the pages in the Central USA Omnibus. This publication goes to over 7,000 competitors and will give your show the most complete coverage possible. NEW for 2008, a bulk e-mail reminder to riders about your upcoming show and the approaching closing date. This e-mail will be sent on the first of the month and will highlight upcoming shows and dates so that riders will focus on your show. We will help you make sure that your prize list is as complete as possible to meet the new USDF and USEF prize list submission guidelines.

If you had your prize list published in the Omnibus last year, you will find your prize list posted at www.dressageshowinfo.com for editing and review. We ask that you simply make the changes directly on the pages (using red ink is especially helpful) or on additional sheets. This way it is easier for us to spot any changes from the prior year and get the copy back to you for editing and final approvals. Please include a fax number so we can make this as speedy as possible.

If you are adding your show to the Omnibus - Welcome! I have included some pages to act as guideline in setting up your prize list that I hope you will find helpful and a guide to what information to include.

The fee will again be $275 per show (2 pages per) and the time frame is to have it out in plenty of time for the early March shows. If you are in need of additional pages, just let us know and we will reserve them for you. These additional pages are discounted to $100 each. So please have your page reservations and first update into us no later than November 15^th. Include in this will be free posting of your prize list and contact information at www.dressageshowinfo.com.

This year we are offering the listing of your prize list on the Internet on our web site � DressageShowInfo.com. During the past show season, DressageShowInfo.com had an average of up to 25,000 direct requests per month and nearly total 100,000 hits. Wow - what better way to get the information to your competitors and customers! So when you get requests for additional prize lists or entry forms, just direct them to that site. The class list we will already have from your Omnibus submission. Just let us know that you want to participate when you submit your Omnibus reservations.

Many of the clubs, organizations, and show committees have requests for the class list from new members, potential competitors, or officials. If you feel you will need additional copies to handle these requests after the mailing has gone out, please reserve these additional copies early so that we can have them available to send to you or your organization. These additional copies will be billed to you at an �at cost� basis. But please, please order if you feel you will need extra - because after the initial mailing, there usually is none left to send out.

Looking forward to hearing from you!

Sincerely,

Lloyd Landkamer

Dressageshowinfo@aol.com

612-290-8523 (business)

763-420-7051 (fax)

How to Submit Central USA Omnibus Show Specifications

If your competition was listed in last year�s Omnibus...

Mark small changes in red directly on a copy of last year�s specifications. (You don't have to retype anything - this only leads to missing of changed facts and information.)

For new shows or greatly revised shows...

Fill out the following forms, paying close attention to the instructions provided. If you're rewriting a show, specifications for the previous year can guide you in your detailed descriptions of levels, awards, entries, etc. Please add your US EQUESTRIAN Federation recognition number(s).

Tips...

PPlease review all the new rules for 2008 on the USEF web site � they contain many new rules that will directly affect shows and the wording you include in your prize list!

Make your descriptions brief, but exact; if your specifications run over two pages, you'll be charged an additional $100.00 per page.

You can save space by referring readers to the General Show Rules (included in the Omnibus) instead of repeating them in your Prize List. These rules will be included in the current Omnibus. You may refer readers to �See General Shows� or note �General Show Rules apply�.

Including Logos...

Please send two clear black/white copies of your logo, measuring 1 inch by 1 inch. Even if you submitted a logo last year, a clean copy will provide better quality.

Important Points...

� Type or print clearly. (Don't make us guess!)

� Practice (schooling) shows that don't qualify for USEF, USDF or GMO�s approval will

be included in the Omnibus for the same fee as approved shows. The show date must conform to USEF/USDF and/or GMO show approval guidelines.

� Note name of competition on top of each page.

� Recheck spellings of names.

� Include area codes and zip codes. Double-check them.

� You are responsible for editing your own prize list (see schedule on cover letter).

Double-check and correct typos, spelling errors, and any other changes. These will otherwise be counted as �additions� and you'll be billed accordingly.

� Included judges and TD on your prize list.

Deadline:

If you are having a hard time meeting the November 15^6th deadline, but you know you want a listing, just let us know. We can reserve your pages, with most of your information and add details later. Contact us with questions regarding deadline.

Mail your completed forms postmarked by November 15^6th to:

Lloyd Landkamer

Central USA Dressage Omnibus

9000 Brandywine Road

Hamel, MN 55340

Omnibus Prize List Show Specifications

(Please print or type. Underline any material to be in bold type.)

Please - Do NOT use this form if you have limited changes. Instead, make changes on a copy of last year�s prize list.

Opening Date for Entries Closing Date for Entries

Day(s) and Date(s) of Competition

Official Name of Competition

Show approval number (should only be the USEF number starting in 2006)

Location of Competition

Competition Web site

Show Manager(s) Name(s) Judge(s) Name(s) USEF Rating* *R, R, S, I, etc.

Address (Including Zip Code)

Telephone (With Area Code)

E-Mail address

Show Secretary(ies) Name(s)

Address (Including Zip Code)

Telephone (With Area Code)

E-mail address

Technical Delegate(s) Name(s) USEF Rating* *r, R

Name of Competition:__________________________________________________

Class List

Note: USEF does not recognize the term �Junior� in dressage. Classes should read �Jr/Yr�. Also, be sure to offer USDF qualifying classes. Q classes can be separate or you can combine them with Open classes, and list as: Open/Qualifying. You can run the class as Open/Qualifying, but you must record them separately. If you are unsure as to how to set up your qualifying classes, please contact the USDF office.

No. Correct Title of Class (Year) Type of Class VERY short notes Day

(long notes to be footnoted) Ridden

(competitions with breeding divisions, please attach class listings to this page)

Footnotes:

Name of Competition:________________________________________________

6. ACCOMMODATIONS. List those within reasonable distance, address, & phone # (with area code).

Adding a highway number after the name will help competitors find the facility.

7. DIRECTIONS to competition from nearest highway (be clear, but concise).

8. FOOTING. How many arenas, warm-up arenas? What kind of surface? Specify large or small and

which tests will be executed in each.

9. ENTERTAINMENT. Only those events that are connected to your show; availability of snacks, etc.

10. OTHER necessary information that doesn�t fit any of the preceding categories. For example, �farrier

on site�. USEF requires the name and number of the veterinarian on duty - or tell where that information will be posted on the competition grounds. Another thing is if your show accepts credit cards or not � and the types of cards.

Special Class Requirements. (For example, copies of breed papers for certain awards and classes, etc.)

Food availability.

Late fees and post entries.

Refund policy.

Special Show hours for arrivals and bedding orders.

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#1065

From: Sarah Patrick <slp4mag@...>
Date: Tue Oct 30, 2007 6:07 pm
Subject: 2008 omnibi covering shows in Region 4

slp4mag

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I am sharing this with the group as there is always a question or two (or twenty) about where to find show information or why information is in one location but not another.

The second omnibus I know of is for the Central States Dressage & Eventing Association, the largest GMO in Region 4. Again, any show can opt to pay to have a show (or event) included and advertising space is available for purchase. Nancy Porter is the publisher of this omnibus and you can reach her at nancyporter8@.... Shows advertised there are also, I believe, then given CSDEA approval toward their year end awards program (please confirm with CSDEA about this). This omnibus includes a section for schooling shows, too. It often includes many of the shows in the upper half of Regions 2 and 4.

Hope this information helps!

Sarah

----- Forwarded Message ----
From: "DressageShowInfo@..." DressageShowInfo@...

Time to Update the Omnibus!

Dear Show Contact,

Looking forward to hearing from you!

Sincerely,

Lloyd Landkamer

Dressageshowinfo@...

612-290-8523 (business)

763-420-7051 (fax)

How to Submit Central USA Omnibus Show Specifications

If your competition was listed in last year�s Omnibus...

Mark small changes in red directly on a copy of last year�s specifications. (You don't have to retype anything - this only leads to missing of changed facts and information.)

For new shows or greatly revised shows...

Tips...

PPlease review all the new rules for 2008 on the USEF web site � they contain many new rules that will directly affect shows and the wording you include in your prize list!

Make your descriptions brief, but exact; if your specifications run over two pages, you'll be charged an additional $100.00 per page.

Including Logos...

Please send two clear black/white copies of your logo, measuring 1 inch by 1 inch. Even if you submitted a logo last year, a clean copy will provide better quality.

Important Points...

� Type or print clearly. (Don't make us guess!)

� Practice (schooling) shows that don't qualify for USEF, USDF or GMO�s approval will

be included in the Omnibus for the same fee as approved shows. The show date must conform to USEF/USDF and/or GMO show approval guidelines.

� Note name of competition on top of each page.

� Recheck spellings of names.

� Include area codes and zip codes. Double-check them.

� You are responsible for editing your own prize list (see schedule on cover letter).

Double-check and correct typos, spelling errors, and any other changes. These will otherwise be counted as �additions� and you'll be billed accordingly.

� Included judges and TD on your prize list.

Deadline:

Mail your completed forms postmarked by November 15^6th to:

Lloyd Landkamer

Central USA Dressage Omnibus

9000 Brandywine Road

Hamel, MN 55340

Omnibus Prize List Show Specifications

(Please print or type. Underline any material to be in bold type.)

Please - Do NOT use this form if you have limited changes. Instead, make changes on a copy of last year�s prize list.

Opening Date for Entries Closing Date for Entries

Day(s) and Date(s) of Competition

Official Name of Competition

Show approval number (should only be the USEF number starting in 2006)

Location of Competition

Competition Web site

Show Manager(s) Name(s) Judge(s) Name(s) USEF Rating* *R, R, S, I, etc.

Address (Including Zip Code)

Telephone (With Area Code)

E-Mail address

Show Secretary(ies) Name(s)

Address (Including Zip Code)

Telephone (With Area Code)

E-mail address

Technical Delegate(s) Name(s) USEF Rating* *r, R

Name of Competition:__________________________________________________

Class List

No. Correct Title of Class (Year) Type of Class VERY short notes Day

(long notes to be footnoted) Ridden

(competitions with breeding divisions, please attach class listings to this page)

Footnotes:

Name of Competition:________________________________________________

6. ACCOMMODATIONS. List those within reasonable distance, address, & phone # (with area code).

Adding a highway number after the name will help competitors find the facility.

7. DIRECTIONS to competition from nearest highway (be clear, but concise).

8. FOOTING. How many arenas, warm-up arenas? What kind of surface? Specify large or small and

which tests will be executed in each.

9. ENTERTAINMENT. Only those events that are connected to your show; availability of snacks, etc.

10. OTHER necessary information that doesn�t fit any of the preceding categories. For example, �farrier

Special Class Requirements. (For example, copies of breed papers for certain awards and classes, etc.)

Food availability.

Late fees and post entries.

Refund policy.

Special Show hours for arrivals and bedding orders.

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#1064

From: Sarah Patrick <slp4mag@...>
Date: Tue Oct 30, 2007 5:47 pm
Subject: Helpful response to GMOPrez listserve question about how to resolve GMO conflict

slp4mag

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Thanks, Rita, for your thoughtful response to the question on the yahoogroup listserve for GMO Presidents (really, open to all GMO leaders and interested parties). I am sharing it with the Region 4 listserve, as well. No GMO is immune to having problems arise, so it is good to think ahead and have some strategies to help resolve problems. The GMO Prez listserve is also a great opportunity to ask for help from other GMOs who have been there/done that. It's not all dealing with problems. It also is used to share successes and other helpful tips. I have learned much from the wisdom of others through that listserve and have enjoyed getting to know many of these people face-to-face at the GMO Council meetings at the USDF Convention (another great source of networking).

To go to the GMOPrez site, go to www.yahoogroups.com/group/GMOPrez.

Cheers,

Sarah L. Patrick

USDF Region 4 Director

USEF 'r' Dressage Technical Delegate

46846 W. SD Hwy. 38

Sioux Falls, SD 57107

(605) 321-5713 cell phone

(605) 338-1174 home phone

----- Forwarded Message ----
From: "rgdunnintn@..." <rgdunnintn@...>
To: GMOPrez@yahoogroups.com
Sent: Tuesday, October 30, 2007 10:27:17 AM
Subject: Re: [GMOPrez] topics

When I took over as President here in Knoxville, our club had gone through a terribly difficult time with officer resignations, back biting, all manner of feuding, crying, yelling, etc. My goal for the first year was simply to get everyone working on the same page and enjoying the horses. We also had treasurer problems with ineptness (I'll call it that rather than dishonesty). The people who created the most ruckus had left but some with very tender feelings remained and were just waiting for another feud. My way of handling it was to simply refuse to be drawn into taking sides and to be friendly and fair to all sides involved. I was lucky enough to have a couple of board members who were able to help me with that. By going out of my way to make everyone feel needed and involved and by making NO decisions without board involvement everyone began to come around. It took two years before harmony became the "matter of course" for the club. When someone came to me in an acrimonious mood, I did not take it on as MY problem and was able to defuse the issue by being pleasant, refusing to take sides, and bringing the issue before the board for final decision. Now, the mood for meetings is one of everyone being able to state their opinion (which may differ vastly from the majority) and we all agree to disagree and the majority rules. This is probably presented a little more simplistically than it actually was, but rather than trying to force a solution it worked to have everyone involved and over time harmony rules. We have actually been able to solve some LONG standing issues and have moved forward. Is everything the way one person might want it? NO, but everyone seems content with the majority rule situation.

Rita Dunn, President
Crossroads Dressage & Combined Training Society

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#1063

From: "Sarah Patrick" <slp4mag@...>
Date: Tue Oct 30, 2007 5:32 pm
Subject: Re: New reports and seeking interested people for Regional Coordinator positions

slp4mag

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These are also good questions and ones others may have so I am
responding to the group.

It used to be that almost all Council work (with the exception of FEI
jr/yr, which was under a different title then, and does a tremendous
amount of work up to/through the NAJYRC in August) was completed at
the USDF annual meeting, so attendence there for Coordinators was
really necessary.  It is still very important now, as the Board of
Governor's meets and budgets get approved (plus all the education,
networking, and celebrations going on), too.  But thanks to
conference calls and email, some work can be spread out over the
year.  I have never known a Coordinator to be removed from a Council
if he/she couldn't make it to a convention (but also don't want to
push my luck . . ..  The goal is to be there so you can get the job
done).

THERE IS SOME HELP AVAILABLE, though, to GMO members who want to go
to the convention but can't afford it.  Every year the Ruth Arvanette
grant is used to assist selected applicants with convention
expenses.  There is a deadline to apply and a selection process from
within the GMO Council.

Also, many GMOs will help with some of the expenses for a member
willing to serve as a delegate at the Board of Governors.  I do not
know where you are located, but if you may want to check with your
GMO to see if they need a delegate (6 GMOs in the Region have not
assigned a delegate yet) and could help with convention costs.  Some
GMOs are also looking for someone to serve as a proxy for them (i.e.,
not a member of their GMO but willing to reflect their views/opinions
in the voting of the Board of Governors).  Don't think a person can
string together a number of GMOs and make $$$.  There are limits to
the number of groups that can be represented at one time.  Anyone who
does help with funding convention travel does rightfully expect the
meetings to be attended and information given back (so, if you
repreesnt a GMO do go to the regional and BOG meetings, if you win a
Ruth Arvanette grant from the GMO Council do go to the GMO Council
meetings, etc.).

In terms of which Region 4 coordinator slots will be open, I have not
heard back yet from all the current coordinators.  I do know the
Adult Education, Competition Management, and Youth Council slots are
open.  While some people have shown interest or are asking questions,
these slots have not been filled for 2008 and a few more may open up.

Hope this helps!
Sarah

--- In usdfregion4@yahoogroups.com, Dressage Rider
<dressageinvelvet@...> wrote:
>
> Okay, so I have yet another question.  ;)  I was reading through
some of the requirements and I noticed that the person must attend
all meetings, especially the annual meeting.  Now, what happens if
that person does not have the funds to attend for some reason?  (I've
actually always wondered about that.  Because then it would seem to
me that the only people who can always attend and participate are
those who have a lot of money.  I know quite a few people who either
can't get the time off from work or don't have the money available--
due to being horse poor.)
>
>   Are there people who are leaving specific committees/councils?
Are there ones that are impossible to get on?  Is there an existing
list of people waiting to be placed on a committe/council from our
region?
>
>   Sorry to pummel you with questions.  I find it interesting and
would love to be involved, but need to understand the requirements
and possible issues a little bit better.  :)
>
> Sarah Patrick <slp4mag@...> wrote:
>
>   I think you will all agree that the information being provided
prior to the annual meeting has really increased this year.  Please
do take a look at the agenda and council and committee reports that
are posted.
>
>   I would also like to mention that each Council and Committee
Coordinator position is a 12 month volunteer gift to USDF and the
Region.  While I wait to hear back how many/which of the 2007
regional coordinators in Region 4 would like to continue in the
position for another term, I also want to encourage 'throwing the net
wide' and finding new ideas, expanding representation across the
Region, and allowing volunteers who have done the jobs for many years
a chance to 'take a break' and refuel (or just RIDE!).  So, my
request to you is to NOMINATE someone (includes yourself) for a
volunteer position for the Region.  I will review each nomination
seriously and will need contact information so I can talk to the
nominee.  As you read the Council reports (Committee members are
appointed by their Chairs and not by Regional Directors) if you think
of someone or personally find the work of that Council of interest,
please let me know!  This is your Region and your input is what
>  makes it work!
>
>   Thanks!
>
>   Sarah
>
>         Sarah L. Patrick
>   USDF Region 4 Director
>   USEF 'r' Dressage Technical Delegate
>   46846 W. SD Hwy. 38
>   Sioux Falls, SD 57107
>   (605) 321-5713 cell phone
>   (605) 338-1174 home phone
>
>
>
>
>
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> To: slp4mag@...
> Sent: Tuesday, October 30, 2007 10:04:52 AM
> Subject: BOG Agenda/Council and Committee Reports Now Posted
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>   October 30, 2007
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>   The agenda for the Board of Governors (BOG) meeting that will
take place at the 2007 Adequan/USDF Annual Convention is now posted
on the USDF Web site. In addition, reports from all of the USDF
Councils and Committees, which will be meeting during the convention,
have also been posted. Both the BOG Agenda and the USDF Council and
Committee Reports can be found by going to www.usdf.org and clicking
on the 2007 Adequan/USDF Annual Convention graphic, then looking
under the "Business Discussions"
(http://www.usdf.org/convention/business-discussion.asp). We hope
that this information will be helpful in preparation for the
convention! We look forward to seeing you in Orlando!
>
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#1062

From: Dressage Rider <dressageinvelvet@...>
Date: Tue Oct 30, 2007 4:55 pm
Subject: Re: New reports and seeking interested people for Regional Coordinator positions

dressageinve...

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Okay, so I have yet another question. ;) I was reading through some of the requirements and I noticed that the person must attend all meetings, especially the annual meeting. Now, what happens if that person does not have the funds to attend for some reason? (I've actually always wondered about that. Because then it would seem to me that the only people who can always attend and participate are those who have a lot of money. I know quite a few people who either can't get the time off from work or don't have the money available--due to being horse poor.)

Are there people who are leaving specific committees/councils? Are there ones that are impossible to get on? Is there an existing list of people waiting to be placed on a committe/council from our region?

Sorry to pummel you with questions. I find it interesting and would love to be involved, but need to understand the requirements and possible issues a little bit better. :)

Sarah Patrick <slp4mag@...> wrote:

I think you will all agree that the information being provided prior to the annual meeting has really increased this year. Please do take a look at the agenda and council and committee reports that are posted.

I would also like to mention that each Council and Committee Coordinator position is a 12 month volunteer gift to USDF and the Region. While I wait to hear back how many/which of the 2007 regional coordinators in Region 4 would like to continue in the position for another term, I also want to encourage 'throwing the net wide' and finding new ideas, expanding representation across the Region, and allowing volunteers who have done the jobs for many years a chance to 'take a break' and refuel (or just RIDE!). So, my request to you is to NOMINATE someone (includes yourself) for a volunteer position for the Region. I will review each nomination seriously and will need contact information so I can talk to the nominee. As you read the Council reports (Committee members are appointed by their Chairs and not by Regional Directors) if you think of someone or personally find the work of that Council of interest, please let me know! This is your Region and your input is what makes it work!

Thanks!

Sarah

Sarah L. Patrick

USDF Region 4 Director

USEF 'r' Dressage Technical Delegate

46846 W. SD Hwy. 38

Sioux Falls, SD 57107

(605) 321-5713 cell phone

(605) 338-1174 home phone

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#1061

From: "Sarah Patrick" <slp4mag@...>
Date: Tue Oct 30, 2007 4:39 pm
Subject: What does it take to be a Regional Coordinator?

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Great question, Leslie.  The main requirement is the willingness to
serve the Region.  Ideal regional coordinators provide input to their
Councils about how Council actions would affect Region 4 (in a good or
bad way) and share information back to Region 4 about what is going on
in their Council, so they can receive appropriate input from throughout
the region. Most of this work is done through email and the occassional
telephone conference and then there are meetings to attend at the USDF
annual convention. It is likely in 2008 that regional coordinators who
need to sign off on grant awards (adult ed, youth) will be asked to
sign a conflict of interest statement for USDF, to help protect the
goals of and fairly distribute the funds from the grant programs.  A
Regional Coordinator has to be Participating Member of USDF and is
asked to attend the annual meeting (for 2008 that will be in Denver,
CO).--Sarah

One resource I encourage people to read is
http://www.usdf.org/CouncilCommittee/Handbook.asp as it provides a lot
more information about C/C involvement.

#1060

From: Dressage Rider <dressageinvelvet@...>
Date: Tue Oct 30, 2007 4:29 pm
Subject: Re: New reports and seeking interested people for Regional Coordinator positions

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What are the requirements? I saw a reference in the mail, but are there specific details on a USDF web page that I can refer to?

Thanks!

Leslie Mock

Sarah Patrick <slp4mag@...> wrote:

I think you will all agree that the information being provided prior to the annual meeting has really increased this year. Please do take a look at the agenda and council and committee reports that are posted.

I would also like to mention that each Council and Committee Coordinator position is a 12 month volunteer gift to USDF and the Region. While I wait to hear back how many/which of the 2007 regional coordinators in Region 4 would like to continue in the position for another term, I also want to encourage 'throwing the net wide' and finding new ideas, expanding representation across the Region, and allowing volunteers who have done the jobs for many years a chance to 'take a break' and refuel (or just RIDE!). So, my request to you is to NOMINATE someone (includes yourself) for a volunteer position for the Region. I will review each nomination seriously and will need contact information so I can talk to the nominee. As you read the Council reports (Committee members are appointed by their Chairs and not by Regional Directors) if you think of someone or personally find the work of that Council of interest, please let me know! This is your Region and your input is what makes it work!

Thanks!

Sarah

Sarah L. Patrick

USDF Region 4 Director

USEF 'r' Dressage Technical Delegate

46846 W. SD Hwy. 38

Sioux Falls, SD 57107

(605) 321-5713 cell phone

(605) 338-1174 home phone

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#1059

From: Sarah Patrick <slp4mag@...>
Date: Tue Oct 30, 2007 4:25 pm
Subject: New reports and seeking interested people for Regional Coordinator positions

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Having trouble viewing this?

I think you will all agree that the information being provided prior to the annual meeting has really increased this year. Please do take a look at the agenda and council and committee reports that are posted.

I would also like to mention that each Council and Committee Coordinator position is a 12 month volunteer gift to USDF and the Region. While I wait to hear back how many/which of the 2007 regional coordinators in Region 4 would like to continue in the position for another term, I also want to encourage 'throwing the net wide' and finding new ideas, expanding representation across the Region, and allowing volunteers who have done the jobs for many years a chance to 'take a break' and refuel (or just RIDE!). So, my request to you is to NOMINATE someone (includes yourself) for a volunteer position for the Region. I will review each nomination seriously and will need contact information so I can talk to the nominee. As you read the Council reports (Committee members are appointed by their Chairs and not by Regional Directors) if you think of someone or personally find the work of that Council of interest, please let me know! This is your Region and your input is what makes it work!

Thanks!

Sarah

Sarah L. Patrick

USDF Region 4 Director

USEF 'r' Dressage Technical Delegate

46846 W. SD Hwy. 38

Sioux Falls, SD 57107

(605) 321-5713 cell phone

(605) 338-1174 home phone

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#1058

From: Nancy Harrison Gorton <capriole22@...>
Date: Tue Oct 30, 2007 3:17 pm
Subject: Sonja Vracko

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Dear all,

The weekend of the 17th and 18th of November is also a possibility with Sonja.

Please let me know if any of you are interested in that weekend as well.

Kindly,

Nancy Harrison Gorton,

Owner/Manager
Pine Hill Farm
8000 NW Mace Road
Kansas City, MO 64152

capriole22@...

www.pinehillfarm.org

cell: 816-695-3305

#1057

From: Nancy Harrison Gorton <capriole22@...>
Date: Tue Oct 30, 2007 12:34 pm
Subject: Sonja Vracko Clinic

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Dear all

I have an opportunity to bring Sonja Vracko back for a clinic the 24th and 25th of November. I would like to know if anyone has any interest in riding in a clinic with her and if so will those dates work for you?

I will need to book her soon, so please let me know asap if you are interested.

Kindly,

Nancy Harrison Gorton,

Owner/Manager
Pine Hill Farm
8000 NW Mace Road
Kansas City, MO 64152

capriole22@...

www.pinehillfarm.org

cell: 816-695-3305

#1056

From: Sarah Patrick <slp4mag@...>
Date: Mon Oct 29, 2007 9:13 pm
Subject: Jami Kment and Contingent Fee ranked 23rd out of 127 nationally at Grand Prix

slp4mag

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Please note additional GRAND PRIX ranking earned by a Region 4 member (Jami Kment) before Contingent Fee was sold to a new owner in Region 1 (where the ranking is showing up in the USDF system). Thanks, Cynthia, for sharing the word!

Also, my search by region did not pull up the many Dressage Sport Horse awards earned in Region 4, as those awards are not tracked by Region. Please do take a look at the USDF web-site to find the exciting sport horse breeder results of horses you know! I'll see if I can get a 'run' of the data by region of owner by the USDF IT staff . . ..

Sarah

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Sent: Monday, October 29, 2007 3:40:44 PM
Subject: Re: How can we help ensure your GMO is represented? List of Region 4 riders in awards standings attached.

Hi Sarah.

Thanks for the USDF Region 4 results. I'm doing a story for the Contact about NDA members who are ranked, and it was a good "fact check" document for me.

I did notice one thing you might want to correct. Because Jami Kment sold Contingent Fee before the end of the competition year, he appears in Region 1 and, therefore, isn't captured when you do an awards search on Region 4.

Jami and Fee are ranked 23rd out of 127 nationally at Grand Prix. A nice accomplishment that you might want to add to your table.

Thanks again for the note.

Cynthia

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#1055

From: RCMLBROWN@...
Date: Mon Oct 29, 2007 8:29 pm
Subject: Re: New file uploaded to usdfregion4

RCMLBROWN@...

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#1054

From: usdfregion4@yahoogroups.com
Date: Mon Oct 29, 2007 7:07 pm
Subject: New file uploaded to usdfregion4

usdfregion4@yahoogroups.com

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#1053

From: brndysioux@...
Date: Sat Oct 27, 2007 10:00 am
Subject: Dressage mare for lease

brndysioux@...

Available for lease (or purchase)

8 year old 15-2 mare

Looks like & movement of a warmblood

Shown Intro only due to rider's handicap, Champion at that level.

Easily go to 2nd level.

Striking & very petty.

Healthy & Sound.

If lease would like her to stay within 2 hours of Kansas City

insurance

rider taking lesson with approved instructor

Trade possible for barn wiring, front gates, arena footing, or ???? (nothing that eats!)

Karen

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#1052

From: Karla Stanley <prtc@...>
Date: Fri Oct 26, 2007 4:02 pm
Subject: Young Rider Horse

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Hi All,    I am putting out some feelers for a Young Rider horse.  Do
any of you know of one?  If so please contact:
Karla Stanley
Prairie Rose Training Center
Bismarck, ND
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#1051

From: usdfregion4@yahoogroups.com
Date: Thu Oct 25, 2007 10:45 pm
Subject: New file uploaded to usdfregion4

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#1050

From: usdfregion4@yahoogroups.com
Date: Thu Oct 25, 2007 9:52 pm
Subject: New file uploaded to usdfregion4

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#1049

From: Sarah Patrick <slp4mag@...>
Date: Thu Oct 25, 2007 9:49 pm
Subject: Firming up 2008 dressage calendar for USDF Region 4/opportunities for dressage show managers/secretaries

slp4mag

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I sent this to posted competition management contacts for 2008 shows in Region 4 on the USEF or USDF web-sites. In case any of the USDFRegion4 list serve members are contemplating show manager/show secretary duties or are the friend who nudges the manager/secretary with on-line news, I thought I would share this with you, as well. Please check to see that the shows you attend are listed and don't be shy about posting the shows on the yahoogroup calendar or filing a prize list. Let's help keep everyone informed about what is going on in Region 4. Thanks! -- Sarah

____________________________________________________

Dear Competition Management contacts:

I hope this email finds you doing well and anticipating a great 2008 competition year!

For ease, I thought I would share the current list of calendar year 2008 competitions in Region 4 (MN, ND, SD, NE, IA, KS, and MO) currently posted on either the USDF or the USEF web-sites (see attached).

I know there are some competitions from 2007 that are not yet appearing on the 2008 calendar (plus the USEF web-site competitions calendar 'pull down' bar is missing ND as a state, so the Bismarck dressage shows aren't showing up, either). Please take a look, too, for accuracy in the contact information for your competitions. Sometimes email addresses and/or web-sites can be incorrectly input or volunteer show management contacts will change without the web-site being updated. I plan to provide a list of the competitions in Region 4 at the Region 4 meetings at the USDF Convention, November 28 - December 2 in Orlando, FL so want to make sure the information I share on your competitions is correct!

I wanted to alert you to a few opportunities, as well:

(1) Dressage show manager/secretary show software training at the USDF convention, 1 - 3:45 pm, Friday, November 30, Orlando, Florida (http://www.usdf.org/convention/pdf/agenda.pdf is the tentative agenda for the annual meeting and http://www.usdf.org/convention/agenda.asp provides links to on-line registration, etc.)

(2) USDF Adult Team Competitions (may be up to three in a Region; must apply. Applications will be reviewed at the Region 4 meetings at the USDF annual convention). Info-- http://www.usdf.org/Programs/AdultTeam/index.asp. Application form-- http://www.usdf.org/pdf/AdultTeam/HostApplication.pdf. Please send completed applications to me prior to 11/20 so I can have copies made for the Region 4 meetings.

(3) USDF Youth Team Competitions (may be up to two in a Region; must apply. Applications will be reviewed at the Region 4 meetings at the USDF annual convention). Info-- http://www.usdf.org/Programs/JuniorYoungRider/index.asp. Application form-- http://www.usdf.org/pdf/JuniorYoungRider/HostApplication.pdf. Please send completed applications to me prior to 11/20 so I can have copies made for the Region 4 meetings.

(4) Tim Griest is finishing his year as the Competition Management Coordinator for Region 4 (thank you, Tim!). I am looking for nominations for someone to represent Region 4 on the USDF Competition Management Council. The 2007 goals of that Council are available http://www.usdf.org/CouncilCommittee/CompetitionManagement/index.asp and Tim mentioned the Council mainly operated through a few conference calls this past year. My hopes are that the Region 4 Competition Management Coordinator will share information of interest to competition managers/secretaries in the Region throughout the year. If you are interested in serving in this position, please contact me. You do need to be a USDF Participating Member and plan to attend the 2008 USDF convention in Denver, CO to serve.

(5) You may post prize lists for free on the Region 4 yahoogroup web-site. Just go to www.yahoogroups.com/group/USDFRegion4 and look under FILES. You can also post show dates/locations (or dates of entry closing) on the yahoogroup calendar, too. This is one way to market your competitions in the Region.

Do you have any suggestions for me?

Thank you for all you do to ensure quality dressage competitions in Region 4!!

Cheers,

Sarah

Sarah L. Patrick

USDF Region 4 Director

USEF 'r' Dressage Technical Delegate

46846 W. SD Hwy. 38

Sioux Falls, SD 57107

(605) 338-1174 or (605) 321-5713 cell phone

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#1048

From: Sarah Patrick <slp4mag@...>
Date: Thu Oct 25, 2007 2:33 am
Subject: Re: Fwd: Contact the PM Delegates in your Region

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Hi, Becki,

The agenda is posted on the Region 4 site under FILES > Annual Convention, though I would imagine it isn't in the level of detail necessary to answer your questions about proposed resolutions, as they have not been published yet.

As information comes forward I will be sure to post it on the Region 4 yahoogroup.

Cheers,

Sarah

rebecca hafner <rebahafner@...> wrote:

This would seem like a more genuine invitation to dialogue if we actually knew what the agenda and the proposed resolutions were---are they listed somewhere so that we can review them and comment?????

Becki Hafner

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From: Sarah Patrick

To: usdfregion4@yahoogroups.com

Sent: Tuesday, October 23, 2007 1:03 PM

Subject: [usdfregion4] Fwd: Contact the PM Delegates in your Region

I think this is a great opportunity for Participating Members to share your views with the people who will be voting on your behalf at the USDF convention. My thanks to the USDF office for making it easier for members to contact their PM delegates!

Cheers,

Sarah

usdfmemberinfo@usdf.org wrote:

From: usdfmemberinfo@usdf.org
To: slp4mag@yahoo.com
Subject: Contact the PM Delegates in your Region
Date: 23 Oct 2007 12:51:27 -0400

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October 23, 2007

Contact the PM Delegates in your Region

During the 2007 Adequan/USDF Annual Convention, numerous issues are addressed in which the input and opinions of USDF members are taken into consideration. This is particularly the case during the Board of Governors meeting, at which time many issues are brought forth. It is the primary responsibility of the PM Delegates that have been elected in each region to represent the wishes of their regional members. If as a USDF member you would like to share your thoughts or concerns on any issues with the elected PM Delegates representing your region, you may now do so through the USDF Web site. Simply go to the Web site link below and click on your region number. A listing of your region's PM Delegates, as well as their e-mail addresses will appear.

http://www.usdf.org/aboutus/governance/nominating/Nominee.asp?Type=PM

You are encouraged to e-mail your region's PM Delegates to share your thoughts and opinions.

We look forward to seeing you at the 2007 Adequan/USDF Annual Convention in Orlando, Florida!

Copyright � United States Dressage Federation. Photos by Bob Tarr. All rights reserved.
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#1047

From: "rebecca hafner" <rebahafner@...>
Date: Thu Oct 25, 2007 2:02 am
Subject: Re: Your input is welcome for Region 4 report for USDF annual convention

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Thanks Sarah

Becki

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To: usdfregion4@yahoogroups.com ; Lloyd Landkammer ; Joyce Hardesty ; Anne Cizadlo ; Marlene Schneider ; Jeanne Ahrenholz ; Mindy Lenz ; Janet Rettenmaier ; Heather Carlson ; Ann Bennett ; Lynne Corl ; Barb Zukowski ; Carol Davis ; Jocy Prochaska ; Susan Lang ; Beth Wood ; Pat Bergstrom ; Wendy Kollmeier ; Judy Joba ; Sue Ballard ; Colleen Murphy-Quattlebaum ; Tim Griest ; Nancy Harrison Gorton ; Carol Bailey ; Dana McCullough ; Loretta Berg ; Ellie Hardesty ; Colleen Holden

Sent: Tuesday, October 23, 2007 2:20 PM

Subject: [usdfregion4] Your input is welcome for Region 4 report for USDF annual convention

Attached please find the DRAFT region 4 report for the USDF annual convention materials and also the DRAFT Board of Governors Agenda for the meeting. Both files will be temporarily posted on the Region 4 yahoogroup under FILES > ANNUAL CONVENTION.

I know that I had to truncate many, many good things that have happened in the Region this year, so please let me know if there is something you would really like to have added in the report for your Council, GMO, etc.

THANK YOU for your help!

Cheers,

Sarah

Sarah L. Patrick

USDF Region 4 Director

USEF 'r' Dressage Technical Delegate

46846 W. SD Hwy. 38

Sioux Falls, SD 57107

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#1046

From: "rebecca hafner" <rebahafner@...>
Date: Thu Oct 25, 2007 2:00 am
Subject: Re: Fwd: Contact the PM Delegates in your Region

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This would seem like a more genuine invitation to dialogue if we actually knew what the agenda and the proposed resolutions were---are they listed somewhere so that we can review them and comment?????

Becki Hafner

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From: Sarah Patrick

To: usdfregion4@yahoogroups.com

Sent: Tuesday, October 23, 2007 1:03 PM

Subject: [usdfregion4] Fwd: Contact the PM Delegates in your Region

I think this is a great opportunity for Participating Members to share your views with the people who will be voting on your behalf at the USDF convention. My thanks to the USDF office for making it easier for members to contact their PM delegates!

Cheers,

Sarah

usdfmemberinfo@usdf.org wrote:

From: usdfmemberinfo@usdf.org
To: slp4mag@yahoo.com
Subject: Contact the PM Delegates in your Region
Date: 23 Oct 2007 12:51:27 -0400

Having trouble viewing this?

October 23, 2007

Contact the PM Delegates in your Region

During the 2007 Adequan/USDF Annual Convention, numerous issues are addressed in which the input and opinions of USDF members are taken into consideration. This is particularly the case during the Board of Governors meeting, at which time many issues are brought forth. It is the primary responsibility of the PM Delegates that have been elected in each region to represent the wishes of their regional members. If as a USDF member you would like to share your thoughts or concerns on any issues with the elected PM Delegates representing your region, you may now do so through the USDF Web site. Simply go to the Web site link below and click on your region number. A listing of your region's PM Delegates, as well as their e-mail addresses will appear.

http://www.usdf.org/aboutus/governance/nominating/Nominee.asp?Type=PM

You are encouraged to e-mail your region's PM Delegates to share your thoughts and opinions.

We look forward to seeing you at the 2007 Adequan/USDF Annual Convention in Orlando, Florida!

Copyright � United States Dressage Federation. Photos by Bob Tarr. All rights reserved.
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#1045

From: usdfregion4@yahoogroups.com
Date: Wed Oct 24, 2007 10:38 pm
Subject: New file uploaded to usdfregion4

usdfregion4@yahoogroups.com

Hello,

This email message is a notification to let you know that
a file has been uploaded to the Files area of the usdfregion4
group.

   File        : /Annual Convention/Region 4 report for Convention.pdf
   Uploaded by : slp4mag <slp4mag@...>
   Description : Thanks for your suggestions!  Here is the Region 4 report for
the Convention.

You can access this file at the URL:
http://groups.yahoo.com/group/usdfregion4/files/Annual%20Convention/Region%204%2\
0report%20for%20Convention.pdf

To learn more about file sharing for your group, please visit:
http://help.yahoo.com/help/us/groups/files

Regards,

slp4mag <slp4mag@...>

#1044

From: usdfregion4@yahoogroups.com
Date: Wed Oct 24, 2007 9:37 pm
Subject: New file uploaded to usdfregion4

usdfregion4@yahoogroups.com

Hello,

This email message is a notification to let you know that
a file has been uploaded to the Files area of the usdfregion4
group.

   File        : /Annual Convention/08-09PrliminaryBudgeWeb.pdf
   Uploaded by : slp4mag <slp4mag@...>
   Description : Preliminary USDF budget for 2008-2009

You can access this file at the URL:
http://groups.yahoo.com/group/usdfregion4/files/Annual%20Convention/08-09Prlimin\
aryBudgeWeb.pdf

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Regards,

slp4mag <slp4mag@...>

#1043

From: Sarah Patrick <slp4mag@...>
Date: Wed Oct 24, 2007 9:32 pm
Subject: Fwd: Business Discussion: USDF Financials

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I just wanted to let everyone know that the Board DID hear you when feedback was provided on the way the budget was handled at the convention last year.

Please do take some time to review/discuss the proposed budget with your GMO, PM delegates, etc. so YOUR input helps USDF continue to improve and live our mission:

'Dedicated to education, recognition of achievement, and promotion of dressage.' The USDF Strategic Plan's BIG, AUDACIOUS GOAL is to be the 'MUST JOIN' organization for all dressage and related horse enthusiasts'.

Sarah

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From: usdfmemberinfo@...
To: slp4mag@...
Subject: Business Discussion: USDF Financials
Date: 24 Oct 2007 17:31:13 -0400

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October 24, 2007

Dear USDF Member:

The USDF Executive Board has implemented a new procedure for budget review. This procedure allows additional opportunity for discussion before the budget comes to a vote at the USDF Board of Governors (BOG) meeting during the Adequan/USDF Annual Convention in Orlando, Florida.

View information regarding changes to this year's budgeting process and review the preliminary USDF 2008-2009 Budget at the following link: http://www.usdf.org/AboutUs/Financials/

We look forward to seeing you in Orlando at the Adequan/USDF Annual Convention.

Best Regards,

Stephan Hienzsch
USDF Executive Director

Connie Huy
USDF Director of Finance and Accounting

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#1042

From: "Sarah Patrick" <slp4mag@...>
Date: Wed Oct 24, 2007 9:19 pm
Subject: Region VI Brick near front door of USDF National Education Center

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Many thanks to Linda Landers who lead the fundraising effort to
memorialize the fact that Region VI IS the 'Birthplace of USDF'.  I
have just posted a picture of that brick and a certificate of
appreciation from USDF for supporting the Capital Campaign for the
USDF National Education Center.  You can find it at
www.yahoogroups.com/group/USDFRegion4 under FILES > USDF.  Please take
a look!!

Sarah

#1040

From: Sarah Patrick <slp4mag@...>
Date: Tue Oct 23, 2007 7:20 pm
Subject: Your input is welcome for Region 4 report for USDF annual convention

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Attached please find the DRAFT region 4 report for the USDF annual convention materials and also the DRAFT Board of Governors Agenda for the meeting. Both files will be temporarily posted on the Region 4 yahoogroup under FILES > ANNUAL CONVENTION.

I know that I had to truncate many, many good things that have happened in the Region this year, so please let me know if there is something you would really like to have added in the report for your Council, GMO, etc.

THANK YOU for your help!

Cheers,

Sarah

Sarah L. Patrick

USDF Region 4 Director

USEF 'r' Dressage Technical Delegate

46846 W. SD Hwy. 38

Sioux Falls, SD 57107

(605) 338-1174

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#1039

From: Sarah Patrick <slp4mag@...>
Date: Tue Oct 23, 2007 6:03 pm
Subject: Fwd: Contact the PM Delegates in your Region

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I think this is a great opportunity for Participating Members to share your views with the people who will be voting on your behalf at the USDF convention. My thanks to the USDF office for making it easier for members to contact their PM delegates!

Cheers,

Sarah

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From: usdfmemberinfo@...
To: slp4mag@...
Subject: Contact the PM Delegates in your Region
Date: 23 Oct 2007 12:51:27 -0400

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October 23, 2007

Contact the PM Delegates in your Region

During the 2007 Adequan/USDF Annual Convention, numerous issues are addressed in which the input and opinions of USDF members are taken into consideration. This is particularly the case during the Board of Governors meeting, at which time many issues are brought forth. It is the primary responsibility of the PM Delegates that have been elected in each region to represent the wishes of their regional members. If as a USDF member you would like to share your thoughts or concerns on any issues with the elected PM Delegates representing your region, you may now do so through the USDF Web site. Simply go to the Web site link below and click on your region number. A listing of your region�s PM Delegates, as well as their e-mail addresses will appear.

http://www.usdf.org/aboutus/governance/nominating/Nominee.asp?Type=PM

You are encouraged to e-mail your region�s PM Delegates to share your thoughts and opinions.

We look forward to seeing you at the 2007 Adequan/USDF Annual Convention in Orlando, Florida!

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#1038

From: Mike & Maggie Stonecipher <stoneymeadow@...>
Date: Tue Oct 23, 2007 1:35 pm
Subject: Re: Jana Wagner Clinic Schedule

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sorry - I made a mistake when typing the schedule

1:45 - Becky O'Bea riding Rohinsohn - 2nd Level
2:30 - Aubry Cogswell riding Pferd Konig - Training 1st Level

The attached schedule is correct!

m


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>Subject: Jana Wagner Clinic Schedule
>
>Hope you can join us on Sunday as an auditor for the Jana Wagner Clinic and
fundraiser at Stoney Meadow Farms!  Auditing fee is $15 and all proceeds from
this clinic will go to Jana.
>
>I will also have lunch available for purchase.  If you are planning to audit
and would like lunch, please just send me an email so I can make sure to have
enough on hand.  Lunch will be a sandwich, chips, cookie, drink and will be
$5-$7.  I'm still finalizing the plans but would love some idea of how many I
need!
>
>So come on out and enjoy a wonderful day of great instruction, great riders and
great friends as we rally to help support Jana :)
>
>8:15  - Holly Bizzell riding ZaZa - Intro/Training Level
>9:00  - Alice Howey riding Cayenne - Training/1st Level
>9:45  - Margene Swarts riding Aurea - Training/1st Level
>10:30 - Maggie Stonecipher riding Gabel - FEI Level
>11:15 - Marilyn Sherwin riding Cafka - Training Level
>Noon - Lunch
>1:00 - Dennis Goodwin riding Savannah - Training Level
>1:45 - Aubrey Cogswell riding Pferd Konig - Training/1st Level
>3:15 - Meg Hawthorne & Patty Hough - Training Level
>4:00 - Carol Davis riding Chickory - 3rd/4th Level
>4:45 - Maggie Stonecipher riding Klass Act - 3rd/4th Level
>
>Thanks much!
>
>m