Written by CRM
Wednesday, 31 May 2017 06:20
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| OK. Maybe we went a little crazy on riding schools this issue. Given that they are the entry point for most who enter the sport, can you blame us? For the second year, we’re using this month’s issue to celebrate California (and Nevada) riding schools and revisit the reasons why they are so critical to our sport’s health and growth by keeping riding accessible to as many as possible.
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Written by CRM
Wednesday, 31 May 2017 06:15
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| The Master of Faster turned on the heat with his equine partner of 15 years to clinch the $60,000 Grand Prix of California, presented by Equ Lifestyle Boutique. The unstoppable duo, known as Richard Spooner and Cristallo, executed a flawless jump-off in 33.75, less than 0.04 seconds faster than the previous leaders, Vani Khosla and Billy Mexico. Relegated to a well-deserved second by a show jumping veteran, Khosla earned her second impressive grand prix red ribbon for the week at Blenheim EquiSports’ Mothers Day weekend event in San Juan Capistrano.
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Written by CRM
Friday, 28 April 2017 22:00
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|  ADOPT ME: Red Bucket Equine Rescue proudly presents Behren. Behren is a stunning 10 year old 16.1 hand Thoroughbred gelding. He is a bit of a comic, genuinely likes people, and attention. He is very smart and will be well suited in a home that will lavish attention on him, provide turnout and ocialization, and kind interaction. Behren has received a good fundamental education under saddle and is very pretty. Behren and other Red Bucket horses are available for adoption to suitable loving homes. Serious adopters are requested to complete an adoption application which is available at www.redbucketrescue.org. Adoption fee $1500.
From a World Cup Finals recap to a preview of possible World Cup stars of tomorrow, hailing from the Sacramento Area Hunter/Jumper Association, we have a wide range of articles again this month. Carl Hester’s clinic at the Del Mar Fairgrounds was a highlight for many dressage enthusiasts, us included, and we are glad to have round-ups of local middle and high school equestrian action, with more to come next month.
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Written by CRM
Friday, 28 April 2017 21:53
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| Cowboy Dressage
Written by Jessica Black
Published by Trafalgar Square
Reviewed by Lucy Bobeck
Cowboy Dressage is an American style of dressage celebrating the American West and its horsemen. The purpose of western dressage is to make the horse, a better version of itself. Approximately 20 years ago, Eitan Beth-Halachmy decided to marry classical dressage and the American cowboy, building a western horse into much more than a show horse.
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Written by Karen Healey
Friday, 28 April 2017 21:43
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| A judge’s perspective on the most under-appreciated job at the horse show.
by Karen Healey
Before I talk about what I like or don’t like when I judge hunters, I want to talk a little about what the job entails. I personally think that every trainer should have their judge’s cards – it makes you a way better exhibitor!
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Written by CRM
Friday, 28 April 2017 21:10
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| California Riding Magazine Event Calendar
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Written by CRM
Friday, 31 March 2017 02:52
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Romesh Sinclair Joins Parker Insurance
Parker Equine Insurance welcomes Romesh Sinclair to its insurance family. “Many of you may know him from doing awards and hospitality at many of the California, Arizona and Colorado horse shows,” says Donna Parker. “Romesh is an accomplished horseman and rider. |
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Written by CRM
Friday, 31 March 2017 02:47
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| Have a photo of a fun adventure with your horse, pony, riding club or horsey friends? We want it for our Out & About page. Please send to
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Written by Cheryl Erpelding
Tuesday, 28 February 2017 03:28
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| We get around!
Between Jan. 19 and Feb. 19 we’ve covered the California Dressage Society convention in San Diego, Horse Expo Pomona, the HITS Coachella (Thermal) World Cup weekend in the desert and the Area VI Awards Banquet and Annual Meeting at the Fresno County Horse Park. We experienced every kind of California weather during that time! Throughout our travels, we realized the good fortune to have a career that enables us to report on and spend time with some of the best people anywhere. Their horses are awesome, too!
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Written by Kim F. Miller
Tuesday, 28 February 2017 03:22
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| A First GP Win
Week III was the charm for Zazou Hoffman, who earned her first Grand Prix win in the $25,000 SmartPak Open Prix on Feb. 3 at HITS Coachella. Her mount was W Zermie 12, a 14 year old Dutch mare by Rubert R. Zazou is a West Coast favorite. She was a top junior and winner of the 2009 ASPCA Maclay Finals, and has worked for Dick Carvin and Francie Steinwedell’s Meadow Grove Farm since graduating UCLA. Since turning professional, she has had increasing success in the jumper ring and seems on course to fulfill her longtime goals of becoming an international rider. Zermie is owned by Saree Kayne.
The Winner’s Circle welcomes submissions and photos. E-mail them to
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Written by Kim F. Miller
Tuesday, 28 February 2017 03:11
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 Dressage rider Caroline Hoffman and her 2017 Westminster Dog Show winner Best of Breed, Toy Fox terrier
 Sabine Schut-Kery visits Cottonwood Farm in Las Vegas for a clinic Feb. 11-12. Pictured from left are Sabine, Cottonwood Farm trainer Veronika Morris, Anke Herbert, Dawna Kuhlmey and Joan McFarren, with Pearlie Rohrbacher on her horse Vinni.
 California Riding Magazine sales representatives Stephanie Baldwin and Cheryl Erpelding at Western States Horse Expo in Pomona, Feb. 3-5.
 Jennifer Tirres and Janice Herrod in the Horseman’s News booth at Western States Horse Expo in Pomona, Feb. 3-5.
 Sherrel Heath and FourFlex.
 Robin Hoeflinger (left) – Star Milling Co. Sales Rep, and Dr. Robert Bray (right) – consulting equine nutritionist for Integrity Horse Feeds.
 Lynette & Dave Frank of Forco Feed Supplement.
 Barb of EquiPride
 Lynn of L&D Trailers.
 Fran and Bill Klovstad of The Thrifty Horse.
 Tractor Dean of West Coast Footings.
 SmartPak
 LMF Feeds
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Written by Genay Vaughn
Tuesday, 28 February 2017 03:05
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| “Welly World” is part of the progression for high performance horses and riders.
by Genay Vaughn
Why travel all the way from California to Wellington, Florida for the winter? It seems like more and more Californians are making the journey, and this year, I made the trip with my two horses, “DW” Donarweiss GGF and “Whinny” Winchezter.
Why Florida?
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Written by Genay Vaughn
Tuesday, 31 January 2017 07:43
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| Coast to coast travel is no biggie for my horses, but requires preparation on my part.
by Genay Vaughn
This winter, my horses and I got invited to train with Debbie McDonald in Florida, where I will compete my 15-year-old Hanoverian stallion Donarweiss GGF (“DW”) in the U25 Grand Prix with the goal of qualifying to compete in Europe again. I also brought along my 9-year-old Hanoverian gelding Winchezter (“Whinny”) to focus on his training.
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Written by Lauren Billys
Tuesday, 31 January 2017 07:38
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| Area VI’s annual awards banquet & meeting is a fun and inspiring way to start the new season.
by Lauren Billys
The show season is quickly approaching for all of us. For eventers of this area, the beginning of a new show season also means the finale of the 2016 season as well. In the beginning of each year, US Eventing Association’s Area VI hosts an award ceremony to celebrate the triumphs of the past year. This party also serves as an inspirational start to the new competition season.
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Written by CRM
Friday, 30 December 2016 01:08
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| What a privilege to end our year gathering tributes to the recipients of the California Professional Horsemen’s Association’s special award recipients. It’s our third year producing this feature and, for everybody involved, it’s a labor of love and appreciation for the sport.
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Written by Lauren Billys
Wednesday, 31 May 2017 06:18
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| Bridging the Gap: Different dreams have equal importance to every rider.
I began teaching riding lessons while in college. After class and on weekends, I would spend extra hours working for the local pony club and riding horses for people. As this small commitment gained momentum and a few years passed, here I am working in the equine field and loving it. Growing as a young professional in the equestrian industry has had its growing pains along the way, and I guarantee I will continue to learn. Learning how to tailor every program to each rider has been a key to finding success.
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Written by CRM
Wednesday, 31 May 2017 05:58
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| California Riding Magazine Event Calendar
 Informational IEA Meeting
June 3 in Moorpark
This is an informational welcome meeting for returning and new team members. Anyone interested in learning about the Interscholastic Equestrian Association may attend. The IEA is open to middle school and high school riders and Elvenstar’s teams welcome riders from other barns. Returning team members will share their experiences during this session.
The location is the Elvenstar, in Moorpark, at the clubhouse.
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Written by CRM
Friday, 28 April 2017 21:55
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|  Jim Ifko
Busy Blenheim Spring
Canadian Jim Ifko began his season in California on a high note, taking the win in the $50,000 Blenheim Spring Classic IV Grand Prix aboard Eventyre Farms Ltd.’s Un Diamant des Forets on Sat., April 14. In front of a full audience of fellow equestrians and local fans, he delivered two swift, faultless rounds that secured him the win by over 2.5 seconds against five others in the jump-off. Robert Blanchette and his own Coupis picked up second place as the only other double clear finisher. Following them after the jump-off were Lane Clarke and Romeo du Paradis; Mattias Ekeroth and Hautesse Van’t Zorgvliet and Kyle King and McLord’s Othelo.
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Written by Genay Vaughn
Friday, 28 April 2017 21:50
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| The World Cup Finals were a whirlwind of inspirations.
by Genay Vaughn
Being a spectator at this year’s World Cup Finals in Omaha, NB, was a lot of fun, with some of the best dressage and show jumping combinations in the world. Riding in the World Cup is definitely on my list of goals for the future, so being there this year to experience the competition and the atmosphere was amazing
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Written by Lauren Billys
Friday, 28 April 2017 21:40
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| Prioritizing & time management must be cultivated in a riding career and carry over well to the rest of life.
by Lauren Billys
The balance between riding and “normal” life has been one of the hardest challenges of my riding experience. When the “hobby” we choose is really a lifestyle and has no set hours, it can make finding our way to typical life appointments and decisions difficult.
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Written by CRM
Friday, 31 March 2017 02:57
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| As the eight-week long HITS Coachella hunter/jumper circuit came to a close with Mandy Porter & Milano’s spectacular win of the AIG Million class on March 19, this year’s show season is fully underway in every discipline.
The Galway Downs International Horse Trials and the World Cup Finals for dressage and show jumping were set for the last weekend of March, with the Del Mar National right behind it. Several Area VI riders are readying for the trek to Rolex Kentucky Four Star in Lexington, KY, in late April. They include James Alliston, Andrea Baxter, Hawley Bennett-Awad, Jennifer McFall and Bunny Sexton and we send HUGE best wishes to all.
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Written by CRM
Friday, 31 March 2017 02:49
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| California Dressage Society 50th Anniversary Yearbook; A Journey To Softness
California Dressage Society 50th Anniversary Yearbook
Reviewed by Kim F. Miller
It’s hard to believe that the California Dressage Society has been around for 50 years. That makes some of us kind of old! But the organization has stayed young through the years and now numbers approximately 3,500 members participating in 30 chapters throughout the state and in Nevada.
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Written by CRM
Friday, 31 March 2017 00:48
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Carl Hester Clinic
April 8-9 in Del Mar
The dressage community is abuzz about British dressage Olympian Carl Hester’s visit. Among many impressive credentials, Carl is the coach of reigning dressage queen Charlotte Dujardin and part owner of her spectacular partner Valegro.
This weekend clinic is staged by Scott Hayes Productions, whose hosting of Charlotte’s California visit last October was super well-received for its instructional value and overall lovely environment.
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Written by Karen Healey
Tuesday, 28 February 2017 03:25
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| Will the Federation’s stiffer drug penalties curtain the cheaters?
by Karen Healey
"Who knows?”
That’s my answer to the question a lot of people have been asking about whether the United States Equestrian Federation’s aggressive stance on medication abuses will make a difference.
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Written by Kim F. Miller
Tuesday, 28 February 2017 03:18
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| California Riding Magazine Event Calendar
AIG $1 Million Jumping
March 19 in Thermal
The AIG Million Grand Prix starts at 2 pm at HITS Coachella Desert Horse Park on Sunday, March 19, but savvy spectators will be there well before then to stake out seating for this popular class. Plus, you can catch the Parade of Champions at noon, featuring the second-half and full-circuit champs in various divisions, and the leadline class that precedes the Grand Prix.
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Written by Kim F. Miller
Tuesday, 28 February 2017 03:09
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| IEA Adds An NCEA Board Member
The Interscholastic Equestrian Association (IEA) is pleased to announce that Dr. Leah Holland Fiorentino, Ed.D., Executive Director of the National Collegiate Equestrian Association (NCEA), has been appointed to the organization’s Board of Directors. The addition of Fiorentino comes from the ongoing collaboration between the IEA and NCEA to funnel more riders into collegiate equestrian sports.
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Written by Cheryl Erpelding
Tuesday, 31 January 2017 07:48
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| Here’s hoping that all of you survived the rain deluges without any serious damage and, for those who did sustain damage, all the best in rebuilding.
We had a busy month. Editor Kim F Miller spent three days at the California Dressage Society’s 50th anniversary celebration and symposium and gained so much horsemanship info her head is still spinning! Lots of California Riding Magazine friends in attendance, despite the nasty weather, soaking up the knowledge of Hilda Gurney, Steffen Peters, Christine Traurig and Charlotte Bredahl.
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Written by Kim F. Miller
Tuesday, 31 January 2017 07:41
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| Scott King Passes
To everyone that knew Scott King, last night (Jan. 11) on his 69th birthday, he passed away peacefully in his sleep. I was able to see him with my sister Kassidy. He’d been fighting some health issues for a few years and was declining since his stroke two years ago.
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Written by CRM
Tuesday, 31 January 2017 07:30
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| California Riding Magazine Event Calendar
HITS Coachella Desert Circuit
Ongoing through March
Eight weeks of USEF Premier-rated Hunters and 5*/6* Jumpers competition, with total prizes of nearly $3 million, is underway. Spanning nine weeks (with one off-week) in late January through mid-March, the circuit draws thousands of equestrians to the premier Southern California show grounds.
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Written by Genay Vaughn
Friday, 30 December 2016 01:00
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| Creating a Career Path: Californian Michael DeLuna goes to equestrian “graduate school” in Germany.
by Genay Vaughn
As a recent college graduate, I’ve spent a lot of time thinking about careers in the horse world. Many riders take the traditional career paths toward becoming a professional rider, trainer or breeder. Others take a different path, from a different perspective.
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