The club quota of Marys has been restored to its usual healthy level. Mary Finneran, a founder member of the club, has rejoined after a very short spell on the sidelines while Mary Friel joins us as a new member. She hails from Tamney on the western side of the Fanad peninsula and will ride her lovelyContinue reading “Membership increases again with Marys, old and new”
Author Archives: 2011
National Trails Day dead end
Months ago, following the first announcement of Sunday 3 October as the 2010 date for National Trails Day, the club submitted a request to Coillte for permission to hold a ride-out in Ards Forest Park. Silence. Repeated attempts to confirm that the request had been received were greeted with… yes, silence. A couple of weeksContinue reading “National Trails Day dead end”
Hunter trialling in the (scarcely) distant past
A quick google search for further details on the (hopefully) upcoming hunter trials at Annaghmore in Sligo threw up this article in the Irish Independent. Reading the intro paragraphs, it’s amusing to think that it was written just over three years ago — especially the line about the rows of shiny 4 x 4s. ManyContinue reading “Hunter trialling in the (scarcely) distant past”
No joy for Donegal at National ODE; British success for AIRC show jumpers
Provisional results from the National ODE at Annaharvey yesterday have been posted. Neither of our Gaeltacht neighbours finished among the ribbons but hopefully it was a worthwhile expedition nonetheless. A full report will appear on the AIRC website in due corse. AIRC National One-Day Event 2010 | Provisional Results On Saturday, Greenhills Riding Club, representingContinue reading “No joy for Donegal at National ODE; British success for AIRC show jumpers”
Looking beyond the rain to Millers Hill
The countdown continues. Less than a week now to our trip to Millers Hill and, despite the gloomy view out the window over the last few days, it looks like we might pull off the usual miracle with the weather. Campers will need warm sleeping bags but we might be able to pack lightly onContinue reading “Looking beyond the rain to Millers Hill”
Bon vacances, Fenway – what’s another year?
12 months ago, Fenway and Libby were in Tullamore competing at the National ODE Championships. A year later, having just completed 6 weeks of box rest and walking rehab, Fenway is celebrating Week 1 of a year’s sabbatical — only 51 to go. A recurrent suspensory ligament problem which defies all rehab programmes, care andContinue reading “Bon vacances, Fenway – what’s another year?”
Hunter trials at Castle Leslie, Saturday 9 October
Some snooping on the Castle Leslie RC website has thrown up a real gem: it looks like Castle Leslie (the equestrian centre, not the club) are planning a hunter trial for Saturday 9 October. More news as it’s unearthed…
Cyril and Ava take dressage honours
Our three weeks of flatwork instruction were put to the test on Friday evening when about half of Jackie’s pupils turned out to ride a formal test. For a couple — Suzanne and Maura — it was their first ever dressage test and they overcame the psychological hurdle with smiles on their faces. Their’s wereContinue reading “Cyril and Ava take dressage honours”
Pilates classes at the Milford Inn
Several of our members have benefitted from the pilates classes which take place at the Milford Inn on a regular basis. There’s a new series starting on Wednesday next, 15 September. Classes are at 10.30 am and cost €60 for six weeks. If you’re interested, contact Jackie on 086 341 0756.
Team show jumping invitation from Strule Valley Riding Club
The club has received a very nice invitation from Strule Valley Riding Club in Tyrone to send two teams to their Inter-Club Show Jumping Challenge on the evening of Wednesday 3 November at Ecclesville. Following the usual SJAI format and rules for team competitions, two riders will jump 75 cm and two will jump 85Continue reading “Team show jumping invitation from Strule Valley Riding Club”
Letterkenny Riding Club 