It’s all systems go for our much-anticipated show jumping league. The first leg takes place on Sunday week, 6 February, at Templemore. Here’s the schedule: Northwest League Show Schedule 2011.
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Table Quiz in aid of Donegal Pet Rescue, Thursday 27 January
Donegal Pet Rescue are the benefactors of a charity table quiz at Arena 7 this Thursday evening at 9.30pm. Entry is by donation and there are plenty of prizes to be won on the night. All support very welcome. Further information from Erica on 083 370 9333.
AIRC Link-Up
Everybody is familiar with the AIRC members’ publication Link-Up. You may now change your preference as to how you wish to receive future editions of the newsletter. From this year it will be distributed to members by either post or email. The default delivery method is via post but if you’d like to change your deliveryContinue reading “AIRC Link-Up”
AIRC rule changes for 2011
HQ have sent through some information concerning rule changes for events in 2011. Here’s a synopsis of some of the important ones: The Masters Series, sponsored by Connolly Red Mills, has been completely revamped with Intermediate riders now permitted to compete in the series along side Advanced Intermediate, Open and Advanced Open riders. The series willContinue reading “AIRC rule changes for 2011”
Further details on upcoming Northwest League
Last night saw the Donegal riding clubs huddled together in productive discussion at Tir na nOg, ironing out the fine details of the forthcoming league. Thanks to Roisín for summarising as follows: Shows 1 to 3 will consist of graded classes and training at cross poles, welcome stakes (50-60cm) and training at graded heights (70cmContinue reading “Further details on upcoming Northwest League”
Musical diversion with Bluestacks Jam Club on Sunday 23 January
The Bluestacks Jam Club are hosting a fundraiser on Sunday 23 January in the Voodoo Lounge, Letterkenny between 8pm and 2am. All funds raised will go towards the Daybreak Programme. Bands playing on the night are: Jonathan Smeaton, Day Light Wobbly, The Duffy Brothers, Rainy Boy Sleep, Emily Whelan Band, Niamh and Her Band, Human Shield, TripContinue reading “Musical diversion with Bluestacks Jam Club on Sunday 23 January”
Hunting action for club members
Trusty Emerald Guitars have uploaded some great shots of the hunt at Ballylennon on 3 January. Start with this great action shot of Leo and new member Geraldine and you’ll find plenty more well known faces: Donegal Harriers Meet, Ballylennon
Monday Club back in action
The club is now firing fully on all cylinders. Following our first Friday session last week, Monday Club began its 2011 campaign this week. Last year this hotbed of novice activity was responsible for several members achieving memorable riding milestones: a first dressage test, learning to canter or even learning to jump. Cyril’s famous roundContinue reading “Monday Club back in action”
First Friday under our club belt
Rachel’s jumping lesson at Templemore on Friday evening saw a fine turn out from the club’s hunting enthusiasts. They and their horses are probably marginally less unfit than the rest of the club’s 2-legged and 4-legged members. Anne, Mick and Leo were joined by Marina and Enda, and new member Cormac McCormack. Anne rode MollyContinue reading “First Friday under our club belt”
Key dates for 2011 club shows confirmed
Orla attended a very constructive regional meeting in distant Tuam yesterday and succeeded in securing the four dates we hoped to get for our club’s shows: Spring Show Sunday 15 May Derby Sunday 10 July Hunter Trial / Crossjump Sunday 4 September Autumn Show Sunday 23 October Dates were also confirmed for the region’s nationalContinue reading “Key dates for 2011 club shows confirmed”
Letterkenny Riding Club 