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this recent press release details the April 30th deadline for competitions to be
held in
2010... remember that there are many rules about competitions that are USEF or
NAJYRC
qualifiers, please look up the individual program your competition is applying
for... for
example, some of these require 2 S judges, etc.

Please help pass this on to show management that you know, so no GMO or company
is
surprised by this april 30th deadline for shows that may be 18 months away.

THANKS!

Joann Messersmith

USDF Region 4 Competition Management Coordinator
Dakota Dressage & Eventing's Competition Committee Chair
www.YourNextSportHorse.com
402.639.3575



Dressage Competitions Invited to Submit Applications for USEF/NAJYRC Qualifiers

Release: January 29 2009

Lexington, KY � The United States Equestrian Federation, Inc.� (USEF) invites
licensed
dressage competitions to apply to become an official 2010 "qualifying
competition" for the
USEF Dressage Developing Programs and the FEI North American Junior & Young
Rider
Dressage Championships (NAJYRC).

The USEF Developing Programs & the NAJYRC Program include the following:
- USEF National Championships for Juniors, Young Riders, & Young Adult "Brentina
Cup"
- FEI North American Junior & Young Rider Dressage Championships
- USEF National Young Horse & Developing Horse Dressage Championships

Competitions licensed for dates from January 1, 2010 � December 31, 2010 will be
considered at this time. A completed application for each licensed competition
must be
submitted and received by April 30, 2009. Applications received after this
deadline will
NOT be considered. In an exciting development for this year and to streamline
the
collection of applications, a new on-line application is available via the USEF
website at
this link:
http://www.usef.org/_IFrames/breedsDisciplines/discipline/allDressage/natdressag\
e.aspx
. This on-line form allows for easy electronic completion and submission of
competition
applications.

ENDS

For questions or further information, please contact Jennifer Keeler, USEF
National
Director of Dressage, jkeeler@... or (859) 225-2024.

#1462

From: Sarah Patrick <slp4mag@...>
Date: Sat Jan 31, 2009 9:25 pm
Subject: Michael Bragdell clinic, Pine Hill Farm, Kansas City, MO -- this weekend

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Sorry for the late notice!

Sent: Friday, January 30, 2009 12:32:17 PM
Subject: FYI

Just FYI,

If any of you are in the area this weekend, Michael Bragdell, from Hilltop is here for a clinic. Let me know if you can make it. Attached is the schedule.

Nancy Gorton
Pine Hill Farm
8000 NW Mace Road
Kansas City, MO 64152

capriole22@...

www.pinehillfarm.org

cell: 816-695-3305

#1461

From: Sarah Patrick <slp4mag@...>
Date: Sat Jan 31, 2009 9:20 pm
Subject: Fw: USDF Budget Balancing Update

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This provides the very latest information on the USDF budgeting process. Thank you for taking a look and providing your feedback.

Cheers,

Sarah

Sarah L. Patrick

USEF 'r' Dressage Technical Delegate

4623 County Road 304

Fulton, Missouri 65251

(573) 592-0401 home phone

(573) 590-1703 cell phone

----- Forwarded Message ----
From: "shienzsch@..." <shienzsch@...>
To: executiveboard@...
Sent: Friday, January 30, 2009 1:12:57 PM
Subject: USDF Budget Balancing Update

Dear GM/PM Delegates and GMO Presidents:

As you know, the proposed fiscal year (FY 2009-2010) budget, which begins on April 1, 2009, was not approved by the Board of Governors during the Annual Convention in Denver. The following motions were passed by the BOG in the context of balancing the FY 2009-2010 budget:

Ken Levy MOVED and Rebecca Yount SECONDED a motion to amend the proposed budget: Resolved by the Board of Governors that: a. The proposed dues and fee increases be struck from the budget; b. Each Council, Committee and USDF Administration budgets shall be reduced by a weighted percent of their budget as compared to the overall USDF proposed expense budget; that for the 2009-2010 budget year, a budget may be adopted that is out of balance to the amount of the depreciation. MOTION CARRIED.

Barbara Cadwell MOVED Gerry Muldrow SECONDED a motion that the national championship be held in abeyance pending further action and that USDF continue to collect the $10 RC qualifying fee and that the $2 that currently goes to the NC fund and interest collected from the NC fund be applied to general revenue instead of accruing in the NC fund.

Accordingly, on January 29th on behalf of the USDF Treasurer, Barbara Tuohino Funk, a communication requesting input to the Fiscal Year 2009-2010 Preliminary Budget was distributed to all USDF Council and Committee Chairs. Attached to the communication were two documents, including a document titled; �USDF Budget Balancing Fact Sheet � Recommendations & Request for Council and Committee Input�, which contains important background information and instructions for input. Also provided was the new �Fiscal Year 2009-2010 Preliminary Budget�.

To keep USDF BOG delegates and GMO presidents in the loop regarding progress being made, these documents are available for review on the USDF Website�s financial page here.

In reviewing these documents, it is recommended that the document titled �USDF Budget Balancing Fact Sheet � Recommendations & Request for Council and Committee Input� is reviewed prior to the Preliminary Budget because it puts that document in perspective. The posted Preliminary Budget dated 1/23/09 is a working document and provides important information, but the end goal is to show a balanced budget (no operating loss) when the budgeting process is finalized for the new fiscal year which begins on April 1, 2009. The approach being taken is to balance the FY 2009-2010 budget without imposing general dues or fees increases, but instead by reducing expenses and finding new revenue sources.

Please direct questions regarding the documents to the Executive Director, Stephan Hienzsch.

Best Regards, Stephan Hienzsch
USDF Executive Director

#1460

From: usdfregion4@yahoogroups.com
Date: Fri Jan 30, 2009 5:56 pm
Subject: Stephan Peters at Equifest of Kansas, 2/13/2009, 12:00 pm

usdfregion4@yahoogroups.com

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Title:		Stephan Peters at Equifest of Kansas

Date:		Friday February 13, 2009
Time:		12:00 pm - 1:00 pm
Location:		North of Wichita, KS
Street:		Kansas Coliseum located at 1229 East 85th Street North
City State Zip:		Valley Center just east of I-135 off of exit 16 or 17) North of Wichita, KS
Notes:		http://www.equifestofks.com/ �Improving Your Dressage Horse by Increasing Suppleness & Honing the Riders� Aids � Part I� Arena Barn

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#1459

From: "Joann" <joann@...>
Date: Wed Jan 28, 2009 3:09 pm
Subject: GMO contacts might need updating?

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In December & January many GMOs elect new officials... so you might find that
your GMO
contact information on file at USDF needs to be updated.  YES, people really do
use that
info on the web!!! LOL

The GMO's board of directors, newsletter editor, and primary contact person are
listed by
GMO on the USDF site.  Please take a moment to see if your GMO is up to date
with the
right people, and the right contact info for those people.


How to find the contact info on the USDF website, www.USDF.org

If you got to USDF's home page, under the drop down menu for "clubs" you can
click on
"GMOs" and that will take you to this page, where you can choose your region:

http://www.usdf.org/clubs/list.asp?TypePass=GMO&RegionPass=1

Pick which region you would like to see, and then a list of GMOs appears.  When
you click
on an individual GMO's name, like Dakota Dressage & Eventing, for example, the
list of
officers & other contacts appears, including the newsletter editor.


Here is what I found for Newsletter editors - -

Region 2
wisconsin dressage & combined training assoc:
Jessica Kaczmarek    Newsletter Editor    (920) 491-2595  rakerhorse@...

West wisconsin dressage assoc
Jane O'Brien    Newsletter Editor    (715) 878-4273 
krischeproperties@...


Region 4
Central states (CSDEA)
Paige Wagner    Newsletter Editor    phone Not On File paigekwagner@...

Dakota Dressage & Eventing
Karen Koenig newsletter editor  DDEnewsletter@...
(this is newly updated info :-)

Eastern iowa dressage
Megan Ward    Newsletter Editor    (319) 362-6210  mward@...

Great River Classical Horsemanship Association
Lora Conrad    Newsletter Editor    (319) 293-7190  lpconrad@...

Iowa Dressage & CTA
Carol Eilers    Newsletter Editor    (319) 365-7314  aplznoats@...

Nebraska Dressage Association
Cynthia Johnson    Newsletter Editor    (402) 435-7561   cindyj@...

South Dakota Dressage Society
Patty Larson    Newsletter Editor    (605) 257-2620   rivervalefarm@...


Please let me know if you see info here that is not right, as we are trying to
forward info
about various regional clinics, including the Symposium to be held in MN in May.

Thanks!

Joann Messersmith
Joann@...
www.YourNextSportHorse.com
402.639.3575
Dakota Dressage Eventing's Competition Committee Chair
USDF Region 4 Competition Management Coordinator

#1458

From: Sarah Patrick <slp4mag@...>
Date: Wed Jan 28, 2009 12:15 am
Subject: News from MSU Vet. Med.

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Sharing this from the USDF Treasurer, Barb Funk (a very successful sport horse breeder, judge and TD) . . ..

Here's some good info from Michigan State. You can download an equine boding conditioning score chart from www.thehorse.com.

Thanks for caring for those who can't talk.

Barb

From: Judy Lessard [mailto:lessardj@...]
Sent: Thursday, January 22, 2009 11:53 AM
To: Judy Lessard
Subject: News from MSU Vet. Med.

I have revised the "Attention Horse Owners" article with the addition of a footnote explaining what "Complete Pelleted Feeds" are, and also added a listing of related articles that can be found on the MSU-CVM website.

Please share this information with equine friends, clubs, associations, etc. Anyone who would like a PDF of this news release, please let me know.

thank you, Judy

News Release

College of Veterinary Medicine

Michigan State University

January 22, 2009

ATTENTION HORSE OWNERS!

The 2008-2009 winter in Michigan has been unusually cold with temperatures well below freezing for many days in a row. This extreme cold weather can be particularly dangerous to animals that live outdoors and the MSU Veterinary Teaching Hospital is reporting an increase in the number of animals presenting with starvation and exposure-related problems.

During the winter it is imperative that you monitor your horse�s body weight by putting your hand on them frequently!

Furry coats make visual assessment of body condition impossible - the ONLY way you can assess your animals condition is by touch.

As temperatures continue to remain unusually cold, it is important to remember that your animals require MORE calories to maintain body temperature and body weight. Once an animal�s body condition has deteriorated it may no longer be strong enough to eat enough food to survive.

Remember older animals with poor dentition and young animals may require more feed, and be fed separately from other horses to ensure adequate intake.

Points to remember!

1: The average inactive horse needs to eat 1.5 to 2 percent of its body weight in food per day to just maintain weight without any other energy demands. In the winter, the amount needed will increase as the demand to keep warm will increase the amount of energy the horse expends.

This means that the average 1,000-pound horse in good condition needs at least 20 pounds of hay during normal weather and may need as much as 35 to 40 pounds of hay and grain products during cold weather.

If your horse is considered underweight, the amount of feed needs to be calculated based on his ideal weight, NOT his current weight. While hay diets are ideal, certain animals will require grain, complete feeds or fat supplements to maintain body weight.

2: Separate young, old or debilitated horses as the dominant horse will frequently eat most of the food provided, resulting in some horses being healthy and others facing malnutrition.

3. Blankets and shelters will help decrease energy demands. However, remember a blanket hides the body condition so it is important to place your hands under the blanket and remove it at least every week or so to assess body condition.

4: Old horses with poor dentition (teeth) may require COMPLETE PELLETED FEEDS* that are easily broken down, as they may be unable to adequately chew fiber (hay). For the average horse that should weigh about 1000-pounds, at least one-third of a fifty-pound bag needs to be fed daily just to maintain the body weight, and more will be needed if severe energy demands are present.

5: Water intake is also very important during the winter. Many horses will suffer from impaction colics due to inadequate water intake. Older horses may require the water to not only be frost free, but warmed due to older horses having sensitive teeth.

6: Remember, during extremely cold weather, to provide extra (free choice) hay, as this will generate more energy and comfort than just increasing the grain (concentrate) portion of the diet. Just the physical aspect of moving and eating will make the horse more comfortable. The hay fermenting in the large intestinal tract will generate heat and finally, the horse will utilize the calories absorbed from the feed.

Body condition score- The body condition scoring (BCS) system is based on a 1 through 9 scale and is designed to assess a horse�s overall condition. Horses with a BCS less than a 4 are at increased risk of hypothermia and starvation, especially when the weather conditions cause an increase in energy demands just to maintain weight. If an individual is already thinner than desired (BCS < 4), they will not have adequate body mass (fat) to help with insulation from the cold or provide a supply of energy when the diet is lacking and demands are higher than expected.

To determine your horse�s BCS you must touch your horse, especially in the winter, as winter hair hides a horse�s true BCS, often until it is too late to successfully correct the weight loss. Feel over the ribs, neck, shoulder area, mid-spine, hips and tail head. If your horse�s ribs over the widest part of the barrel are easily felt with little or no tissue between the skin and ribs, the BCS is below 4. This horse is suffering from malnutrition and is at a high risk of hypothermia when the temperature drops, particularly if the wind chill is high and little to no shelter is available.

For more information on body condition and feeding horses during the winter, please contact your veterinarian. The website www.extension.org is also a very good site to visit for information on feeding, care and body condition scoring.
__________

*A COMPLETE PELLETED FEED is a product that contains at least 15-percent crude fiber and can be fed as the sole source of nutrition for horses. Horses that are routinely fed a complete pelleted feed are senior horses that are lacking teeth or have severe dental problems. A complete pelleted feed can also be used as part of the diet when hay is in short supply (a hay extender) or fed to horses that have certain digestive disorders.
___________

Dr. Judy Marteniuk,
Equine Medicine and Extension Veterinarian
Veterinary Teaching Hospital
Michigan State University
(517) 353-9710

and

Dr. Elizabeth Carr
Equine Medicine and Critcal Care Clinician
Veterinary Teaching Hospital
Michigan State University
(517-353-9710

For related equine health articles: "Purchasing Hay," "Is Your Forage Supply Adequate for Winter?" "Impaction Colic," "Equine Winter Starvation Syndrome," "Winter Energy Needs in Horses," and "Winter Dehydration in Horses," go to:

http://cvm.msu.edu/alumni-friends/information-for-animal-owners.

Judy Lessard
Editorial Assistant
Publications and Media Relations
College of Veterinary Medicine
Michigan State University
F-130 Veterinary Medical Center
East Lansing, MI 48824

Telephone: 517-355-0001
CVM website: http://cvm.msu.edu

#1457

From: "Sarah Patrick" <slp4mag@...>
Date: Mon Jan 26, 2009 2:54 am
Subject: Looking for judges for schooling shows?

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Here is the current list of USDF L program graduates in Region 4.
Several of these folks have continued their education by
participating in the continuing education program for judges and L
graduates funded by the Edgar Hotz fund of The Dressage Foundation
and held at the 2007 Great American/Region 4 championships in St.
Louis or the freestyle continuing education program hosted by KCDS
last spring, so please ask about such participation.

We are looking for ideas for more continuing education programs for
our L grads, so please let me know if you have any suggestions.  Sarah

From the USDF web-site --
Graduates (Region 4)
Notes:
''With Distinction'' is a prerequisite to entering the United States
Equestrian Federation (USEF)''r'' Dressage Judge Training Program.

Barbara L. Anderson Whiteis (With Distinction)
Callie Farm
9209 Iffert Avenue Ne
Monticello, MN 55362-2960 (763) 295-2565

Martina Chapman (With Distinction)
3430-21St Ave S
Minneapolis, MN 55407-2414 (612) 729-2124

Kathy L Childs
With Distinction Crooked Post Farm
4440 SW 53rd St
Topeka, KS 66610 (785) 862-6506

Miki Christophersen (With Distinction)
9853 Rosewood
Overland Park, KS 66207 (913) 383-3936

Susan Clarke (With Distinction)
222 Hillsdale Drive
Wichita, KS 67230-7115 (316) 218-0761

Julie Ann Farmer (With Distinction)
11167 State Highway 43
Webb City, MO 64870-9101 (417) 673-2382

Bonnie B. Griest (With Distinction)
Briar Fox Farm
9718 SW Highway 54
Augusta, KS 67010 (316) 775-5512

Joyce T Hardesty
14420 Reeds Street
Overland Park, KS 66223-1228 (913) 814-8249

Lisa Holderle
8908 Julia Dent Dr
St Louis, MO 63123 (314) 849-9945

Cheryl Holekamp (With Distinction) -- also 'r' USEF dressage judge
7901 Highway 63 South
New Spring Farm
Columbia, MO 65201 (573) 442-0442

Elizabeth H. Jacoby (With Distinction)
771 Tanglewood Ln
Union, MO 63084 (636) 583-3884

Jami M Kment
681 C Rd
Palmyra, NE 68418 (402) 780-5010

Susan M Lang
7819 E 31St Street Circle N
Wichita, KS 67226-2219 (316) 634-6738

Elise Mann
23715 West 95th Street
Lenexa, KS 66227 (913) 390-0579

Marina Parris-Woodhead
31710 E 161st St
Pleasant Hill, MO 64080 (816) 540-9117

Felice E Rose (With Distinction)
2900 Calvert St
Lincoln, NE 68502 (402) 423-4042

Claudia Springer-Misner (With Distinction)
11706 W Farm Road 28
Walnut Grove, MO 65770-8202 (417) 788-2821

Jana Juchser Wagner (With Distinction)
16121 E 2075 Rd
LaCygne, KS 66040 (913) 757-2565

#1456

From: Sarah Patrick <slp4mag@...>
Date: Sun Jan 25, 2009 4:07 am
Subject: American Horse Council - CEM Outbreak and Canadian Restrictions

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Thanks to USDF Treasurer, Barb Funk, for sharing this information. This may have a more immediate impact on our northern tier of states in Region 4, but all should be aware of what is going on.

Sarah

----- Forwarded Message ----
From: Dove Creek Farm - Russ and Barb Funk <dcf@...>
To: "Barish, Sam - Home" <sjb3@...>; "Bishop, Sandi" <sndbshp@...>; Donna Longacre <DGLongacre@...>; "Feldman, Fern" <region8dir@...>; "Funk, Barb" <dcreek@...>; "Hagen, Allison" <Lookingglassfarm@...>; "Hughes, Sue" <prideandjoyfarm@...>; "Hunt, Theresa" <hunterry@...>; "Malone, Janine" <JEMRPH@...>; "Reineman, Bess" <reineman.b@...>; Sarah Patrick & Brian Ter Haar <slp4mag@...>; "Williams, George" <GeoRoWms@...>; "Wilson, Terri" <tcwrhr@...>
Sent: Saturday, January 24, 2009 9:56:38 PM
Subject: FW: American Horse Council - CEM Outbreak and Canadian Restrictions

Uh oh.

From: Kathie Luedeke [mailto:kluedeke@...]
Sent: Friday, January 23, 2009 1:38 PM
To: Kathie Luedeke
Subject: American Horse Council - CEM Outbreak and Canadian Restrictions

CEM Outbreak and Canadian Restrictions

In December 2008, the Kentucky Department of Agriculture announced that a Quarter Horse stallion tested positive for Contagious Equine Metritis (CEM), a foreign animal disease not found in the United States , during routine testing for international semen shipment. Contagious Equine Metritis is a transmissible, exotic venereal disease in horses which usually results in infertility in mares and, on rare occasions, can cause mares to spontaneously abort. Infected stallions exhibit no clinical signs but can carry the CEM bacteria for years.

A full epidemiological investigation is underway to locate, test and quarantine any potentially exposed horses. Currently a total of nine stallions have been confirmed positive for CEM, four located in Kentucky, three in Indiana, one in Wisconsin and one in Texas. The Indiana and Texas stallions spent time on the central Kentucky premises during the 2008 breeding season. The Friesian stallion from Wisconsin was not in Kentucky , but was co-located during the 2007 breeding season in Wisconsin with one of the CEM-positive stallions that was on the Kentucky premises in 2008.

In addition to the 9 positive stallions, the locations of 374 exposed horses have also been confirmed. The total of 383 horses includes 51 stallions and 332 mares located in a total of 42 States. The 51 positive or exposed stallions are located in 12 States, and the 332 exposed mares are in 39 States. There are 97 exposed mares and 1 stallion still actively being traced. All of the horses that have tested positive for CEM and all exposed horses that have been located are currently under quarantine or are on a hold order. Testing of all associated horses is underway, as well as treatment of those found to be CEM positive.

Because of this CEM outbreak, Canada has imposed additional restrictions on horse imports from the U.S. into Canada . Additional certification for horses (including Canadian horses returning to Canada but excluding horses for immediate slaughter) will be required on all U.S. export health certificates issued after January 19, 2009 and for Canadian horses exported to the U.S. after January 19, 2009 and returning on a Canadian health certificate. The new certification statements are reflected in point 4 and 5 of the protocol. At the present moment, the import permit for the U.S. origin horses is not required, except for the horses from Florida where it is still required because of the recent Equine Piroplasmosis situation.

Points 4 and 5 of the protocol read as follows:

4. The horse(s) have not been on premises where T. equigenitalis has been isolated during the 60 days immediately preceding exportation to Canada or a premises currently under quarantine or investigation for CE M. Any female(s) in the shipment have not been bred naturally to, or inseminated with, semen from a stallion positive for CEM, or a stallion resident upon a positive premises or under quarantine or investigation for CEM

5. Showed no clinical signs of CEM on the day of inspection.

The full protocol can be found on the following website:

http://www.aphis.usda.gov/regulations/vs/iregs/animals/downloads/ca_eq.pdf

Additionally, for Canadian horses returning to Canada on a Canadian health certificate, a supplemental certification document with the above mentioned requirements will be provided by the CFIA endorsing office when advised of intended return. The supplemental certification will need to be attached to the Canadian health certificate after completion and endorsed by USDA before return of the horse(s) to Canada .

Canada is also aiming to have new import requirements for horse germplasm (semen and embryos) implemented in the coming weeks.

#1455

From: Sarah Patrick <slp4mag@...>
Date: Sat Jan 24, 2009 10:11 pm
Subject: Change in KCDS spring show dates: now March 14-15, 2009

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Due to some availability issues, the Kansas City Dressage Society spring show will now be in the Hale Arena and the Exhibition Hall, with the new Bass warm-up arena in Kansas City, March 14-15 (one week earlier than previously advertised at the USDF convention). Please help disseminate this information so everyone has the new dates, as this is just 7 weeks away and still an excellent opportunity to compete early in the season in an indoor facility at a major metro area in Region 4. I do not think the USEF web-site has been updated yet, but will shortly, I'm guessing. Until then, I would recommend directing questions to the KCDS president, Janet Blauvelt -- jb@.... When I receive any further updates I will share them through the Region 4 listserve. I heard that Lloyd Landkamer did a yeoman's job pulling the Central USA omnibus from the printers so the new dates could be added in the omnibus that gets mailed to all USDF members in regions 2 and 4. Thank you, Lloyd!

Please do try to support the show with your entries, volunteerism and sponsorship if at all possible! A map follows (I hope it transmits ok . . .) and driving directions can be found at http://www.kemperarenakc.com/default.asp?lnopt=5&sn1opt=1&sn2opt=1&month=3&year=2009&newsID=0&hpb=1

Sarah

Sarah L. Patrick

USEF 'r' Dressage Technical Delegate

4623 County Road 304

Fulton, Missouri 65251

(573) 592-0401 home phone

(573) 590-1703 cell phone

#1454

From: usdfregion4@yahoogroups.com
Date: Sat Jan 24, 2009 12:01 am
Subject: CDCTA Awards Banqet, 1/24/2009, 6:00 pm

usdfregion4@yahoogroups.com

Reminder from:		usdfregion4 Yahoo! Group

Title:		CDCTA Awards Banqet

Date:		Saturday January 24, 2009
Time:		6:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Location:		The Pasta Factory, Columbia, MO
Phone:		Beth Fairfax 573-445-4466
Notes:		More information available in the January newsletter -- http://members.socket.net/~fairfax/cdcta09jan.pdf

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#1453

From: Sarah Patrick <slp4mag@...>
Date: Fri Jan 23, 2009 4:01 am
Subject: Fw: In Search of North America's Next Dancing Dressage Stars

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FYI--Columbia Dressage & Combined Training Association and Kansas City Dressage Society have had preliminary discussions about the possibility of bringing Mike Matson out to Missouri for his ride to music clinics. In these clinics, Mike provides a huge variety of music, helps riders find their appropriate beats per minute for each gait, and then riders get to try out all sorts of music. Mike is the first to say he isn't a choreographer (like Karen Robinson, who will be doing a clinic in Region 4 this spring for Dakota Dressage & Eventing; contact Joann Messersmith at joann@... for info on that clinic). Mike and Karen are really talented at what they do and, knowing both, I think I can emphasize that they enjoy making the ride fun and unique.

So, don't be shy! Submit your videos and plan to come to the freestyle-related clinic near you!!

Cheers,

Sarah

Sarah L. Patrick

USEF 'r' Dressage Technical Delegate

4623 County Road 304

Fulton, Missouri 65251

(573) 592-0401 home phone

(573) 590-1703 cell phone

----- Forwarded Message ----
From: Michael Matson <freestylex@...>
To: region4dir@...
Sent: Thursday, January 22, 2009 9:47:53 AM
Subject: In Search of North America's Next Dancing Dressage Stars

Hi Sarah,

I thought you might be interested in posting this on the Region 4 website and distributing it to the Region 4 GMOs. Thanks!

Mike

In Search of North America's Next Dancing Dressage Stars

Freestyle designer Karen Robinson ( www.applausedressage.com ) and Mike Matson ( www.equimusic.com ) are In Search of North America's Next Dancing Dressage Stars. A total of $1,500 is awaiting the winners: $1,000 for first place, $350 for second place, and $150 for third place. Those placing below third place will get music selected by Mike for their next freestyle.

Interested? If so, here's what you need to do.

1. Submit a video of a freestyle you performed between January 1, 2009 and September 1, 2009. Submissions must be postmarked no later than September 15, 2009. Only one submission per person is allowed.

2. As this is a search for up-and-coming horse/rider freestyle combinations, only First, Second, Third, or Fourth Level USDF Freestyle performances are eligible. For Canadian entries, eligible freestyles have to be at the equivalent levels of the USDF freestyle levels. With your video include a judge's signed copy of the freestyle test you performed. Only individual freestyles can be entered.

2. Include with the video your name, contact information, your horse's name, age, and breed, and the titles of the music you used in the freestyle.

3. Mike will select the top performances which will then be posted on YouTube by November 1, 2009. The winner will be selected by YouTube viewers. Your name, your horse's information, and the music information will be included in the YouTube description. The first place winner will be the one receiving the most "First Place" votes in the YouTube "Comments and Responses" section, on the Ultimate Dressage Bulletin Board (UDBB), and on the Chronicle of the Horse (CotH) Dressage Forum by midnight on November 30, 2009. The video receiving the second largest votes for "First Place" will place second, and the video receiving the third largest votes for "First Place" will place third. Each registered YouTube, UDBB, or CotH vote will only count once. Mike will announce the First, Second, and Third place winners and contact those individuals to mail them the checks - just in time for holiday spending!

When you are ready to send your video, contact me Mike via his web site for mailing information. Only digital videos in PC/Mac compatible formats will be accepted.

Lastly, don't think a First or Second Level freestyle can't be as good as a Third or Fourth Level freestyle. It's all about the MUSICAL PERFORMANCE! So don't hesitate to send in First or Second Level freestyles. The 2008 winner was a Second Level Freestyle!

Let the Search begin!

To view last year's contestants and placings go to:

http://www.ultimatedressage.com/forums/viewtopic.php?t=144882&highlight=vote+americas+next+dancing+dressage+star

#1452

From: Mike & Maggie Stonecipher <stoneymeadow@...>
Date: Fri Jan 23, 2009 12:56 am
Subject: Amy Larson Clinic Feb 17-18 @ Stoney Meadow Farms

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Our February clinic with Amy will be JFebruary 17 & 18 at Stoney Meadow Farms in
Bonner Springs, KS.  Rides are $85.  Please contract Maggie via email or at
913-908-6992 to reserve your spot!

About Amy:

Amy trains and teaches through the FEI levels and is a nationally recognized
trainer, coach and clinician.   A talented rider, Amy also is a gifted teacher. 
She has the ability to work with riders of all levels and is a patient mentor to
all.

2008 was a special year for Amy and her students...two students completed their
USDF Gold Medals, two completed their USDF Silver Medals and one completed their
USDF Bronze Medal.  In additon, students earned numerous other titles such as
Regional Championship Reserve Champion, several Arabian National Sporthorse
Championships, USDF All Breed Champion and other top 5 placings, High Point
Awards at individual shows up through FEI level and GMO year end awards.

In 1995, Amy won the Region 4 Grand Prix Championships on Biskrah, an Oldenburg
gelding she trained to Grand Prix. In 1997, Amy earned her USDF Gold Medal
riding Biskrah.  Her mentors have been Felicitas von Neumann-Cosel and Willi
Schultheis.  Amy also works with Alf Athenstaedt, former Director of Training at
Tempel Farms.

Amy has most recently trained and shown EM Destine to FEI and looks to return to
the show ring in 2009.  Destine is owned by KCDS and MASA member Dr. Deb
Davenport.  Destine has won Regional Championships as well as numerous USDF All
Breed Awards.

#1451

From: Mike & Maggie Stonecipher <stoneymeadow@...>
Date: Fri Jan 23, 2009 1:49 am
Subject: DATE CORRECTION! Amy Larson Clinic Feb 21-22 @ Stoney Meadow Farms

sullivan_val...

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Sorry - looked at the wrong month - dates are Sat Feb 21 and Sun Feb 22.

m

>
>Our February clinic with Amy will be JFebruary 17 & 18 at Stoney Meadow Farms
in Bonner Springs, KS.  Rides are $85.  Please contract Maggie via email or at
913-908-6992 to reserve your spot!
>
>About Amy:
>
>Amy trains and teaches through the FEI levels and is a nationally recognized
trainer, coach and clinician.   A talented rider, Amy also is a gifted teacher. 
She has the ability to work with riders of all levels and is a patient mentor to
all.
>
>2008 was a special year for Amy and her students...two students completed their
USDF Gold Medals, two completed their USDF Silver Medals and one completed their
USDF Bronze Medal.  In additon, students earned numerous other titles such as
Regional Championship Reserve Champion, several Arabian National Sporthorse
Championships, USDF All Breed Champion and other top 5 placings, High Point
Awards at individual shows up through FEI level and GMO year end awards.
>
>In 1995, Amy won the Region 4 Grand Prix Championships on Biskrah, an Oldenburg
gelding she trained to Grand Prix. In 1997, Amy earned her USDF Gold Medal
riding Biskrah.  Her mentors have been Felicitas von Neumann-Cosel and Willi
Schultheis.  Amy also works with Alf Athenstaedt, former Director of Training at
Tempel Farms.
>
>Amy has most recently trained and shown EM Destine to FEI and looks to return
to the show ring in 2009.  Destine is owned by KCDS and MASA member Dr. Deb
Davenport.  Destine has won Regional Championships as well as numerous USDF All
Breed Awards.

#1450

From: usdfregion4@yahoogroups.com
Date: Sun Jan 18, 2009 12:00 am
Subject: Ozark Dressage Society Annual Banquet, 1/24/2009, 6:00 pm

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Date:		Saturday January 24, 2009
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Location:		Twin Oaks Country Club, Springfield, MO
Phone:		417� 353-6168 Lynn
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#1449

From: Sarah Patrick <slp4mag@...>
Date: Sat Jan 17, 2009 5:09 pm
Subject: Fw: MHSEA YEAR END DVD!!!

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Cute idea! Something our GMOs may wish to do, too. The Minnesota High School Equestrian Association is very active and has done an excellent job promoting the USDF high school dressage pin program. It is nice to see the dressage riders (including, I believe, member(s) of Region 4 NAJYRC team) right there in the mix of all the other equestrian sports.

Cheers,

Sarah

Sarah L. Patrick

USEF 'r' Dressage Technical Delegate

4623 County Road 304

Fulton, Missouri 65251

(573) 592-0401 home phone

(573) 590-1703 cell phone

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To: slp4mag@...
Sent: Friday, January 16, 2009 9:02:53 AM
Subject: MHSEA YEAR END DVD!!!

2008 MHSEA YEAR END DVD

Finishing touches are taking place to the 2008 MHSEA High School Club DVD. This DVD includes photos from throughout the entire year of our members and their horses, high school club team challenges and clinics, club meetings, year end awards, seniors and miscellaneous photos sent to us from our members. If you have not yet submitted photos you would like included in this DVD and on our website, please do so right away! To send photos, CLICK HERE!

As seen at the banquet, this DVD is packed with high school club memories. DVD's are only $10 and will be mailed the end of January. To place your order, CLICK HERE! (You will then be asked to log-in.)

Questions, please contact Caitlin Spicola.

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#1448

From: "Sarah Patrick" <slp4mag@...>
Date: Fri Jan 16, 2009 4:12 am
Subject: Message from Sue Hughes, USDF Region 2 Director

slp4mag

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Next time an e news comes out, can you highlight the fact that the
Region 2 2009 Championships have had a date change?  USEF did this
along with its usual rectifying of the calendar.  This put our RC on
top of the Lamplight USEA championships, so they moved Region 2 to
October 1-4.  I am getting queries, so we need to start publicizing
this.  I will get it up on our Region 2 website, but anything else you
can suggest would be very welcome.

Sue

[From a discussion I had with Sue at the USDF Convention, I believe
their championships will be held in Traverse City, Michigan,
http://www.horseshowsbythebay.com/index.htm]

#1447

From: Sarah Patrick <slp4mag@...>
Date: Fri Jan 16, 2009 3:11 am
Subject: IRS Exempt Organization Update

slp4mag

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Thanks to USDF Treasurer, Barb Funk, and GMO Council Chair, Sherry Guess, for sharing this information.

Cheers,

Sarah

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Sent: Thursday, January 15, 2009 10:13:36 AM
Subject: [GMOPrez] IRS Exempt Organization Update

From our USDF Treasurer, Barb Funk

Subject: IRS Exempt Organization Update

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Form 944, Employer's Annual Federal Tax Return, permits certain employers to file employment tax for the entire year rather than by quarters. The IRS has issued new procedures for employers to request notification of their qualification to file Form 944.

The Revenue Procedure also sets out procedures for employers who wish to file Forms 941, Employer's Quarterly Federal Tax Return, instead of Form 944 for tax year 2009.

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#1446

From: usdfregion4@yahoogroups.com
Date: Thu Jan 15, 2009 8:55 am
Subject: KCDS Kick Off and Awards Ceremony, 1/25/2009, 3:00 am

usdfregion4@yahoogroups.com

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Title:		KCDS Kick Off and Awards Ceremony

Date:		Sunday January 25, 2009
Time:		3:00 am - 6:30 am
Location:		Livestock Exchange Building near Kemper Arena, Kansas City, MO
Street:		Peggy Keller PO Box 215
City State Zip:		Baldwin City, KS 66006
Phone:		785-594-3746
Notes:		Reasons to attend: 1. This is the only party/social event of the year. 2. It is a fun auction to raise money for the endowment fund and education. 3. Get your awards. 4. Door prizes Silent auction 3:00 - 4:30 pm Awards: 4:30 pm $15

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#1445

From: usdfregion4@yahoogroups.com
Date: Wed Jan 14, 2009 5:57 pm
Subject: St. Louis Area Dressage Society Banquet, 1/24/2009, 12:00 pm

usdfregion4@yahoogroups.com

Reminder from:		usdfregion4 Yahoo! Group

Title:		St. Louis Area Dressage Society Banquet

Date:		Saturday January 24, 2009
Time:		12:00 pm - 1:00 pm
Location:		Randall Gallery, St. Louis, MO
Street:		999 North 13th Street,
City State Zip:		St. Louis, MO
Notes:		Please be sure to RSVP to Kate Walter at WalterIII@... or Judy Simms at Judy@.... Free to members; non-members $30. Cash bar. http://www.slads.org/

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#1444

From: Sarah Patrick <slp4mag@...>
Date: Mon Jan 12, 2009 7:05 pm
Subject: Updated list of USEF licensed officials in Region 4 per USEF web-site 01/12/09

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A question came up at the USDF convention about regional availability of licensed judges and technical delegates. This information is published in the USDF Directory, but because it has to go to print during the summer, sometimes additions, promotions or contact information changes are not reflected there. I pulled this information from the USEF licensed officials search list for both dressage and eventing national competitions. Several TDs also will offer reduced rates or fees, so check the USDF web-site TD coop list for that (and please ask when you call for availability, as that list can fall behind, too).

I hope this information helps!

Dressage Judges (by state)

Id	Name	Type / License	City, State	Phone	Email
177822	CIZADLO, ANNE	r/Dressage	MARION, IA	(218) 349-3452	kodester1@...
100476	DENMAN, NENA	r/Dressage	EARLHAM, IA	(515) 834-2839	jessenenadenman@...

Id	Name	Type / License	City, State	Phone	Email
13063	RIGDON, ARLENE	S/Dressage	OLATHE, KS	(913) 856-8510	ajrigdon@...
194845	RIGDON, REBECCA	r/Dressage	LAWRENCE, KS	(913) 856-5268	freedomhillfarm@...

(I received some feedback that Rebecca's work in CA may be seasonal, so she may be back in Region 4 later. Please call her to confirm.

My apologies if I misquoted the KCDS newsletter. Still, congratulations on working w/Stephan and Shannon!)

Id	Name	Type / License	City, State	Phone	Email
147806	PHILLIPS, KATE	r/Dressage	SAUK RAPIDS, MN	(320) 252-6198	mvf@...
53623	PORTER, NANCY	R/Dressage	STILLWATER, MN	(651) 439-3432	nancyporter8@...
31865	SCHNEIDER, MARLENE	S/Dressage	LONG LAKE, MN	(763) 473-3885	MSchneider@...
129837	SOLYNTJES, WILLIAM	S/Dressage	HAMEL, MN	(612) 991-6016	wsolyntjes@...

Id	Name	Type / License	City, State	Phone	Email
156950	HOLEKAMP, CHERYL	r/Dressage	COLUMBIA, MO	(573) 356-4242	newspringt@...

Dressage Sport Horse Judges (by state)

Id	Name	Type / License	City, State	Phone	Email
13063	RIGDON, ARLENE	R/Dress Sport Horse Breeding	OLATHE, KS	(913) 856-8510	ajrigdon@...

Id	Name	Type / License	City, State	Phone	Email
129837	SOLYNTJES, WILLIAM	R/Dress Sport Horse Breeding	HAMEL, MN	(612) 991-6016	wsolyntjes@...

Dressage Technical Delegates (by state)

Id	Name	Type / License	City, State	Phone	Email
100476	DENMAN, NENA	r/Dressage TD Measurement Certification	EARLHAM, IA	(515) 834-2839	jessenenadenman@...
301149	ZUKOWSKI, BARBARA	r/Dressage TD Measurement Certification	SAINT CHARLES, IA		bluebarn@...

Id	Name	Type / License	City, State	Phone	Email
260616	COLEMAN, JOE	r/Dressage TD Measurement Certification	OVERLAND PARK, KS		jcoleman@...
132420	HARDESTY, JOYCE	R/Dressage TD Measurement Certification	OVERLAND PARK, KS	(913) 814-8249	joyce@...

Id	Name	Type / License	City, State	Phone	Email
4006462	GLOOR, LAURA	r/Dressage TD	BOVEY, MN
129840	LANDKAMER, LLOYD	R/Dressage TD Measurement Certification	HAMEL, MN		llandkamer@...

Id	Name	Type / License	City, State	Phone	Email
154535	ENGLAND, SUSAN	R/Dressage TD Measurement Certification	FAIR GROVE, MO	(417) 759-7520	ahsatd@...
41863	KRAUS, JEAN	R/Dressage TD Measurement Certification	FULTON, MO	(573) 592-4298	jkraus@...
4109847	PATRICK, SARAH	r/Dressage TD Measurement Certification	FULTON, MO	(573) 751-6127	slp4mag@...

Id	Name	Type / License	City, State	Phone	Email
133676	BERG WALTNER, LORETTA	R/Dressage TD Measurement Certification	SIOUX FALLS, SD	(605) 376-6752	lorettaberg@...
101056	MC GEE, MEGAN	R/Dressage TD Measurement Certification	BROOKINGS, SD	(605) 688-6856	megan.mcgee@...

Eventing judges (by state)

Id	Name	Type / License	City, State	Phone	Email
100476	DENMAN, NENA	r/Eventing	EARLHAM, IA	(515) 834-2839	jessenenadenman@...

Eventing technical delegates (by state)

Id	Name	Type / License	City, State	Phone	Email
11939	COESTER, BILL	r/Eventing TD	CEDAR RAPIDS, IA	(319) 338-2673	calbb@...

Sarah L. Patrick

USEF 'r' Dressage Technical Delegate

4623 County Road 304

Fulton, Missouri 65251

(573) 592-0401 home phone

(573) 590-1703 cell phone

#1443

From: "Sarah Patrick" <slp4mag@...>
Date: Mon Jan 12, 2009 12:13 am
Subject: Congratulations to Rebecca Rigdon!

slp4mag

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I just learned that 'r' dressage judge, Rebecca Rigdon, will be leaving
Freedom Hill Stables in Olathe, KS to join Stephan and Shannon Peters
as their assistant trainer at Arroyo in Del Mar, California.

I got to know Rebecca when she accompanied her students, Jena and Tessa
Dick, when they represented Region 4 on our FEI junior and young rider
teams at the North American Young Riders Championships in Lexington, VA
in 2007.  We will certainly miss her in Region 4 but heartily
congratulate her on this absolutely wonderful opportunity!  She has
worked very hard for this and we wish her all the best!
Congratulations, Rebecca!

Cheers,
Sarah Patrick
Region 4 Director

#1442

From: Sarah Patrick <slp4mag@...>
Date: Sun Jan 11, 2009 11:08 pm
Subject: Pssst....June really isn't that far away -- CDCTA Dressage Camp

slp4mag

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Plans are underway for the 2009 CDCTA Adult Dressage Camp.

Just a quick peek - more info to follow in a few short weeks! Our instructors are Sarah and Clayton Martin (www.blancadressage.com) and Gigi Nutter (www.touchngofarm.com). They are all wonderful instructors and trainers and we are quite lucky to get all three!

Camp will be held June 24-28th at William Woods University in Fulton, MO.

If you know of someone who might be interested in receiving future information, please send me their email or snail mail contact info. If you don't want to receive future mailings yourself, also please let me know.

We'll be in touch! Start getting excited - we are!

Holly Rice (greyhorsecomm@...)

#1441

From: Sarah Patrick <slp4mag@...>
Date: Fri Jan 9, 2009 12:49 pm
Subject: e-Tips from My Horse University and HorseQuest

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Click here for the answer!

I have enjoyed the free webcasts this group has put on before. Would you like to keep receiving these tips through this listserve? Please let me know . . ..

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Sent: Thursday, January 8, 2009 9:14:38 PM
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#1440

From: Sarah Patrick <slp4mag@...>
Date: Fri Jan 9, 2009 4:01 am
Subject: PLEASE REVIEW: Possible Dressage Competition Levels and Ratings Chart

slp4mag

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Please take a look at the attached file (which I will post at www.yahoogroups.com/group/USDFRegion4 under FILES > COMPETITIONS). It will also be posted on the USDF web-site shortly. Some further explanation regarding what this represents from the working group (see listed below) which developed these levels follows. You will notice that the Chairs of the USDF Competitors, TD, and Competition Management Councils, and Regional Championships Committee plus well known dressage enthusiasts with much experience have worked together to try to make these potential levels as fitting for the US dressage scene as possible. Nothing is definite yet and your feedback is strongly encouraged. Send any questions or feedback to standards@... starting tomorrow (January 9, 2009). Hopes are that including Opportunity Classes will make the transition from schooling shows to licensed competitions easier and less expensive. The goal is to increase participation in our wonderful sport. Feel free to discuss via this listserve, too. Thank you!

Sarah L. Patrick

USEF 'r' Dressage Technical Delegate

4623 County Road 304

Fulton, Missouri 65251

(573) 592-0401 home phone

(573) 590-1703 cell phone

"In 2006, the USEF Board of Directors approved a rule change requiring "levels and ratings" for Dressage Competitions. The effective date has been delayed until 12/1/09 to allow time for development of criteria and standards. The purpose of this rule change was to evaluate competitions for re-licensing using appropriate and fair criteria for each level and rating. [In other words, a small regional competition shouldn't have to meet the same criteria as a regional championship or a high performance qualifying competition.] As the Dressage affiliate organization of USEF, USDF was directed to propose criteria for Dressage Competitions. Early in 2008, USDF appointed a working group to develop a system for dressage levels/ratings. The attached chart, recommending five levels of Dressage Competitions, was approved in principle by both the USDF Executive Board and USEF Dressage Committee at the recent USDF annual convention. Now we are asking for your feedback in order to further refine the proposal.

The chart lists five levels of Dressage Competitions, Levels Three through Five are already in existence and already require separate applications and criteria from USEF and/or USDF. Level two includes most of the current USEF-licensed/USDF-recognized Dressage Competitions. Level One would be a new, lower level of competition which we hope will encourage new competitions in areas which cannot currently afford to hold licensed competitions. The big incentive for Levels One and Two would be the introduction of Dressage "Opportunity" classes. Such classes would not require either USEF or USDF horse IDs or rider/owner memberships, however scores from these classes couldn't be used for national awards.

We look forward to your questions and suggestions in order to improve our recommendations. Please respond by February 5, 2009.

The Competition Ratings and Standards Working Group members are Janine Malone, Chair, George Williams, Kathie Moffitt, Veronica Holt, Janet Foy, Anneliese Vogt-Harber, Sally Chionsini, Lendon Gray, Mary Anne McPhail, and Debra Reinhardt"

#1439

From: Sarah Patrick <slp4mag@...>
Date: Fri Jan 9, 2009 3:23 am
Subject: Platinum Performance to Sponsor USDF Adult Clinic Series

slp4mag

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As shared on the Region 4 home page, participants at the Region 4 meetings at the convention selected the Leatherdale Equine Center at the University of Minnesota as the location for the USDF Region 4 adult clinic this coming fall. Stay tuned for more information about our clinician, Charlotte Bredhal-Baker, and how to register or apply to ride in the clinic.

Soon I will have exciting information, too, about a Region 4 educational symposium and fundraiser that will give us a 'taste' this May of this wonderful equine location in our region . . .!

Sarah

Sarah L. Patrick

USEF 'r' Dressage Technical Delegate

4623 County Road 304

Fulton, Missouri 65251

(573) 592-0401 home phone

(573) 590-1703 cell phone

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Cc: Stephan Hienzsch <shienzsch@...>; Linda Schultz <lschultz@...>
Sent: Thursday, January 8, 2009 2:48:20 PM
Subject: Platinum Performance to Sponsor USDF Adult Clinic Series

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

Contact: Linda Schultz 859-271-7882

Platinum Performance to Sponsor USDF Adult Clinic Series

Lexington, KY (January 8, 2009) � United States Dressage Federation (USDF) announced today that Platinum Performance, a leader in the development and distribution of animal and human nutraceuticals, signed on as the title sponsor for the USDF Adult Clinic series.

Linda Schultz, Director of Marketing for USDF, commented, �Platinum is our corporate sponsor for Junior and Young Rider programs and we�ve worked great together, so it is super to have them step into the adult education side as well.�

�We are excited to support the USDF Adult Clinic series as it provides a unique opportunity for participants to learn about dressage from a renowned clinician. At Platinum Performance we know that proper equine nutrition is an essential component of success in dressage competition, and is important for ensuring the health of the horse. We look forward to a successful partnership with the USDF on this unique program." adds President of Platinum Performance, Mark Herthel.

The USDF Adult Clinic series will be hosted in each of the nine regions over the next 24 months. The clinician will be announced in January of 2008 along with tentative locations and dates.

For more information about the clinics, visit the USDF Web site or contact the USDF office. Founded in 1973, the United States Dressage Federation is a nonprofit membership organization dedicated to education, recognition of achievement, and promotion of dressage. For more information about USDF membership or programs, visit www.usdf.org, e-mail usdressage@..., or call 859-971-2277.

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From: Mike & Maggie Stonecipher <stoneymeadow@...>
Date: Wed Jan 7, 2009 5:01 pm
Subject: Amy Larson Clinic January 17 & 18

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Our January clinic with Amy will be January 17 & 18 at Stoney Meadow Farms in Bonner Springs, KS. Rides are $85. Please contract Maggie via email or at 913-908-6992 to reserve your spot!

About Amy:

Amy trains and teaches through the FEI levels and is a nationally recognized trainer, coach and clinician. A talented rider, Amy also is a gifted teacher. She has the ability to work with riders of all levels and is a patient mentor to all.

2008 was a special year for Amy and her students...two students completed their USDF Gold Medals, two completed their USDF Silver Medals and one completed their USDF Bronze Medal. In additon, students earned numerous other titles such as Regional Championship Reserve Champion, several Arabian National Sporthorse Championships, USDF All Breed Champion and other top 5 placings, High Point Awards at individual shows up through FEI level and GMO year end awards.

In 1995, Amy won the Region 4 Grand Prix Championships on Biskrah, an Oldenburg gelding she trained to Grand Prix. In 1997, Amy earned her USDF Gold Medal riding Biskrah. Her mentors have been Felicitas von Neumann-Cosel and Willi Schultheis. Amy also works with Alf Athenstaedt, former Director of Training at Tempel Farms.

Amy has most recently trained and shown EM Destine to FEI and looks to return to the show ring in 2009. Destine is owned by KCDS and MASA member Dr. Deb Davenport. Destine has won Regional Championships as well as numerous USDF All Breed Awards.

#1437

From: "Joann" <joann@...>
Date: Wed Dec 17, 2008 4:49 pm
Subject: online book club chat - you are invited!

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Dakota Dressage & Eventing will be doing an online book club - and you are
invited!!

We will be discussing "The Rider's Fitness Guide to a Better Seat", by
Jean-Pierre, LMT
Hourdebaigt.

This book was recently recommended @ the NDA Seat Symposium w/ M. Beining.

Please plan to purchase your book so you are ready to discuss in January.  We
plan to
discuss this over Jan-March, perfect for the winter doldrums :-)

We plan to discuss it via the chat section on the DDE site,
www.DakotaDressageAndEventing.org

If you plan to join in the discussions, please email me at
Joann@...
so I know to expect you, and know to let you know about the discussion.

DDE's eastern plains chapter also plans an in-person discussion too, to be held
in the
SIoux Falls SD, and you are welcome to join in for this too!

Please feel free to pass this on to EVERYONE you know who might be interested -
the
more folks involved, the more fun this is!  Thanks,

Joann Messersmith

DDE's Competition Committee Chair
USDF Region 4 Competition Management Coordinator
www.YourNextSportHorse.com
402.639.3575

#1436

From: "Joann" <joann@...>
Date: Mon Dec 29, 2008 7:02 pm
Subject: Karen Robinson to give Freestyle clinic in Sioux Falls SD area March 27-29, 2009

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Karen Robinson will be returning to the sioux falls, SD, area to give a
MUSICAL FREESTYLE clinic!

rider slot available, Auditors Welcome!!!

Riders of all levels welcome!  develop a pas de duex or Quadrille too!

checkout http://www.applausedressage.com/ for details about Karen.

Sioux Falls is about 2 1/2 hours north of Omaha, and about 4 hours from
Minneapolis, just west of the minnesota border.

Contact Joann Messersmith Joann@...  402.639.3575
for more info.  Clinic brought to you by Dakota Dressage & Eventing, a
USDF GMO.

#1435

From: Sarah Patrick <slp4mag@...>
Date: Tue Dec 16, 2008 12:29 am
Subject: open job at USEF

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Membership: Membership Services

Horse Recording Specialist - United States Equestrian Federation, Inc. (Lexington, KY)

Under direction of the Director of Horse Registration and Services, this position provides member service and creates positive member experiences both in person and via electronic communication; processes and maintains records of horse recording applications, transfers, leases, name changes and farms; researches problems; and prepares a listing of name changes and leases for Equestrian magazine. Additionally, this position reviews pending files for incomplete paperwork and requests refunds when necessary.

ENTRY REQUIRMENTS:

EDUCATION
High school diploma required.

EXPERIENCE
Six months customer service or data entry experience strongly preferred.

SKILLS AND ABILITIES
Must have sufficient equine knowledge to communicate effectively with members regarding equine specific issues. Requires basic proficiency in the use of Microsoft Office applications, problem solving ability, and excellent customer service skills.

Note: When you apply for this job online, you will be required to answer the following questions:

1. Are you willing to accept an entry level position?

2. Are you willing to relocate to the Lexington, KY area at your own expense?

Apply for this position

Click here to see all of our employment opportunities.

#1434

From: Sarah Patrick <slp4mag@...>
Date: Tue Dec 16, 2008 12:50 am
Subject: Region 4 breeder success not only with dressage horses, but also jumpers

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Thought others might enjoy seeing this, too. You may have seen Ann's stallions, Der Graf and LeMode, in the USDF Breeder's championship sire articles based on offspring successes in the West Central Breeder's Championships and elsewhere.

Sarah L. Patrick