Richard Smyth is running a jumping league at his yard near Newtownstewart beginning next Thursday, 24 June. Courses begin at 40 cm and progress through 60, 70, 80 and 90 cm. Subsequent league dates are Thursday 1/8/15/22 July and the final takes place on Thursday 29 July. You must compete in three legs of theContinue reading “Jumping league at Richard Smyth’s, Thursdays”
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Weekend of activity, far and near
As the good weather continues, so do the many equestrian events throughout the country. Our own club members will be active at different times over the weekend, kicking off with a jumping lesson with Kelda Morgan at Lenamore on Friday evening. On the same evening, new recruit Erica Glynn makes the long journey to GalwayContinue reading “Weekend of activity, far and near”
National Show Jumping Championships, Mullingar, 18 July
Full details of the AIRC National Show Jumping Championships have now been published. The event takes place at Mullingar Equestrian Centre, Athlone Road, Mullingar, Co Westmeath on Sunday 18 July. It’s a top class venue and last year entries were not enormous. Sharon O’Donnell competed on Sky in 2009 and Orla was active on foot asContinue reading “National Show Jumping Championships, Mullingar, 18 July”
Endurance riding at Baronscourt, Sunday 27 June
ILDRA, the Irish Long Distance Riding Association, is running its endurance riding event at Baronscourt, County Tyrone, on Sunday 27 June. Marina participated in this event two years ago and found it one of the most enjoyable experiences of her long and varied equestrian career. Baronscourt is a largely forested area between Strabane and Newtownstewart.Continue reading “Endurance riding at Baronscourt, Sunday 27 June”
Masters Qualifier & Dressage Championship Qualifier, 4 July
The schedule for the regional show on Sunday 4 July featuring the Masters Qualifier & Dressage Championship Qualifier at Uppermace, Co. Mayo has just been published. Entries for the Masters Series Qualifier (show jumping, open to Advanced Intermediate and above riders) are made online through the AIRC website. You must pre-enter by 10 am ThursdayContinue reading “Masters Qualifier & Dressage Championship Qualifier, 4 July”
Steel shed for sale
Steel shed for sale, 112′ x 54′ x 23′ high, including 6cwt of galvanised bolts. The shed is designed to take a second floor half way up. It’s on the ground ready to go and the owner can deliver. Price is negotiable. If you’re interested contact Seán on 049 854 0221.
Aodhan back in the fold
After a six month absence while he concentrated on his law studies, Aodhan McMenamin is back on the club radar and hopes to be active over the summer months with his horse Kaiser. A Letterkenny man, Aodhan is probably best-known as the club’s high jump champion. He nailed the title in the small hours ofContinue reading “Aodhan back in the fold”
All set for Glenleary Summer Show, Sunday 20 June
Mary and crew in Glenleary are just putting together final plans for this Sunday’s show in Ramelton. With two show jumping rings, dressage classes, combined training and a handy horse obstacle course there should be something for everyone. Pony classes will take place in the morning with a nice lie in for the horses. TheyContinue reading “All set for Glenleary Summer Show, Sunday 20 June”
Friday evening jumping in Lenamore
Marina has organised jumping sessions at Lenamore for the next three Fridays. Kelda will teach a lesson this coming Friday, 18 June, followed by clear round jumping on Friday 25 June. The series will conclude with another lesson with Kelda on Friday 2 July. Book with Marina on 086 821 6335. Directions to Lenamore ·Continue reading “Friday evening jumping in Lenamore”
Cross country session enjoyed by both horses and riders
Friday evening’s cross country session at Marina’s place in St Johnston was a great success. Rachel marked out a 1700 meter course through two hilly fields and a section of the old Londonderry & Lough Swilly railway track that runs along the banks of the Foyle at the bottom of Marina’s family’s farm. Staking theContinue reading “Cross country session enjoyed by both horses and riders”
Letterkenny Riding Club 