For the first time ever we have photographic evidence of the Wednesday Club, that elite band of novices who meet every Wednesday evening at Cyril’s arena in Milford. Under the tutelage of Rachel Carton, they make progress in leaps and bounds — intentional leaps and bounds, of course. The lesson takes place at 8pm andContinue reading “The Wednesday Club”
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Benbulben Spring Show, 25 April
Benbulben Riding Club have just published the schedule for their Spring Show on Sunday 25 April. Happily there are both dressage and show jumping classes. Dressage must be pre-entered while show jumping entries are taken on the day. Both disciplines will take place outdoors on sand. The venue is the same as for the TeamContinue reading “Benbulben Spring Show, 25 April”
National Trails Day plans
Last week the date for Coillte’s 2010 National Trails Day was announced. Clubs are invited to submit proposals for events on forestry lands. Last year we had an enjoyable expedition through Mongorry Woods near Raphoe, having been pipped to the post for the opportunity to ride in Ards Forest Park. We were quick out ofContinue reading “National Trails Day plans”
Full schedule for 2 May Team Show Jumping Qualifier
The schedule for the Western Region’s qualifier for the Team Show Jumping Championships (aka EPS) has just been published. In addition to the qualifier, there’s a full range of normal individual show jumping classes for all grades. The event takes place at Kerin’s Equestrian Centre in Collooney, Sligo. Team entries close on Wednesday 21 April whileContinue reading “Full schedule for 2 May Team Show Jumping Qualifier”
EPS training moves again…
Nothing is ever straightforward. Problems have arisen with Templemore so training this Tuesday night moves to Eddie Gallagher’s arena in Ballybofey, from 7 until 9 pm. Since we have always had reservations about the surface in the arena, we asked Will Crean’s view on the matter. In his opinion the surface is good enough forContinue reading “EPS training moves again…”
EPS training moves to Templemore
Tomorrow evening’s EPS training with Will Crean moves to Templemore with sessions at 7 pm and 8 pm. Will builds the course for Templemore’s SJI jumping on Wednesdays and our crew will get the benefit of training over the course the night beforehand. With the first session on 30 April cancelled on account of the extraordinary weather,Continue reading “EPS training moves to Templemore”
Club members active over sunny weekend
Friday evening’s formation riding class with Valerie Craig kicked the weekend off to a great start with ten members turning out for flatwork with a difference. With the long evening and spectacular sunshine, riding outdoors at Harleys was a pleasure. On Sunday club members travelled in two directions. Orla and her mare Molly took theContinue reading “Club members active over sunny weekend”
Competition Glossary, Part I
Thoroughly confused by all this talk of 2-phases, 1-day events and hunter trials? Here’s a quick glossary: 1-Day Event : Dressage, show jumping and cross country. Scores are accumulated across the three disciplines. Also known as Horse Trials or ODE. 2-Phase : Show jumping and cross country. Scores are accumulated across both disciplines. Combined TrainingContinue reading “Competition Glossary, Part I”
National 1-Day Event qualifiers
The AIRC’s 1-Day Event Championships will be held at Annaharvey Farm, Tullamore, on Sunday 12 September. Anybody may compete in the National classes at the event, provided they have competed in a cross country event during the season. However, to compete in the Championship classes you must qualify at one of eight qualifiers throughout theContinue reading “National 1-Day Event qualifiers”
First glimpse of Festival schedule
Here’s the first sighting of the Festival schedule: Festival Competitions at a Glance · Download Keep an eye on the AIRC’s website. Information about the Festival is being added bit by bit: AIRC Festival Information
Letterkenny Riding Club 