Any of you who joined Denis and Leo for their fundraising ride-out from Crossroads, Killygordon a while ago (see Gallery) will appreciate just what a lovely spot the Finn Valley really is. With surprising ascents and unexpected high terrain, the views in every direction are marvellous. Small country roads and lanes make for peaceful riding. IfContinue reading “Ride-out with Denis in Killygordon, Friday 9 May”
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Call for RDS teams
Following on Cormac’s text last week, will any of you who are interested in representing the club at the RDS qualifier on the last Sunday in May please contact Francis without further delay. He needs to get training organised so that this year we can qualify!
Don’t forget: Festival entries close Wednesday 7 May
Entries deadline looms. Check out the AIRC website for full details!
Inishowen RC Show, Sunday 11 May
Show season! Our team challenge is behind us and now it’s time to fight for individual honours as the 2014 competitive season kicks off with Inishowen’s show at Lenamore on Sunday 11 May. Note that dressage is strictly pre-entry only – entries by Wednesday 7 May. Inishowen RC Show 2014 | Schedule Try your best to get out andContinue reading “Inishowen RC Show, Sunday 11 May”
Jumping lesson with Tracy Gallagher, Friday 2 May
Staggering to think that our next Friday evening event will be in May. Where does the time go? This time it’s a trip to Termon for a jumping lesson with Tracy Gallagher at her own arena. Last year’s experience with Tracy was very positive so make the most of this opportunity to train with somebody ploughs herContinue reading “Jumping lesson with Tracy Gallagher, Friday 2 May”
Eventing Ireland for Amateurs
The club has recently received information about Amateur Eventing Classes at Eventing Ireland events. The Amateur classes are suitable for riding club members of Intermediate standard and higher. The three classes are: Amateur EI90 – suitable for Intermediate Riders Amateur EI100 – suitable for Advanced Intermediate Riders Amateur 1 Star – suitable for Open andContinue reading “Eventing Ireland for Amateurs”
Well done Gaeltachts, worthy victors at another wonderful Team Challenge
No time for a full report just now but a very, very big thank you to everybody who contributed to making yesterday’s Northwest Team Dressage & Show Jumping Challenge the fun, sporting, club-spirited event that it’s intended to be. Very well done to the Geltachts on two magnificent victories. Enjoy the cups while you haveContinue reading “Well done Gaeltachts, worthy victors at another wonderful Team Challenge”
Dressage test times for NW Team Challenge
Dressage times for Sunday are now published. Please make sure that you are ready in good time to ride your test punctually. This year the Dressage Challenge takes place indoors in the warm-up arena. It’s a great opportunity to ride your test in excellent conditions without the worry of Eglinton’s usual palette of distractions. Let’sContinue reading “Dressage test times for NW Team Challenge”
Throwing down the gauntlet: Great entries for NW Team Challenge
And the teams competing for the honour of their clubs are as follows: NW Challenge 2014 Show Jumping Teams NW Challenge 2014 Dressage Teams Dressage times will follow shortly and the draw for the running order of show jumping teams will be made today.
Ride-out from Hillsborough Farm, Good Friday, 18 April
Since none of us will have any alternative plans for going to the pub on Good Friday, Louise is expecting a great turn-out for her ride-out from the Edwards Family home base, Hillsborough Farm. The ride, approximately an hour and a half long, will depart at 7pm and takes riders around the beautiful landscape on theContinue reading “Ride-out from Hillsborough Farm, Good Friday, 18 April”
