It’s a long haul from Lenamore to Tubberbride but Cormac and Charlotte made the journey together with some Lenamore-based members of the Inishowen club to compete at Benbulben Riding Club’s Spring Show. Although he wasn’t in the ribbons on the day, he successfully qualified for the Masters Final and looks forward to his date withContinue reading “Cormac flies the club flag at Tubberbride”
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Happy Birthday Zack!
One of the grand old men of the club turns 21 this week. Congratulations, Zack, and many happy returns.
Even the cuckoo turns up for Friday night jumping
Marking the club’s first foray into new territory in Termon, we had six riders and four spectators for Friday night’s lesson with Tracey Gallagher. A chest infection got the better of Hazel causing her to pull out at the last minute. Hannah and Nadine were in the first lesson. Damien, Francis, Maria and Hillary in the second. Jenny,Continue reading “Even the cuckoo turns up for Friday night jumping”
Reminder: Festival entries close this Sunday, 5 May
The Riding Clubs Festival at Stradbally may still be 5 or 6 weeks away but entries, as always, close way ahead of time. Don’t miss this Sunday’s deadline, if you’re thinking of travelling to the event.
Derby & Dressage Show Schedule
Less than two weeks now to go until our club’s annual flagship event, our Derby & Dressage Show. This year it takes place earlier in the calendar than previously on Sunday 12 May. LRC Derby & Dressage Show 2013 With new kids on the block, Inishowen, setting their sights on more silverware in the jumpingContinue reading “Derby & Dressage Show Schedule”
Benbulben Riding Club Spring Show & Masters Qualifier, Sunday 5 May
Anybody who wants a dry run for the RDS qualifier at the end of May has a great opportunity this Sunday at Benbulben’s show jumping and dressage show. The event, which doubles as our area’s Masters Series Qualifier, takes place at Kerin’s equestrian centre in Tubberbride, Collooney. There’s always a great attendance and a cracking atmosphereContinue reading “Benbulben Riding Club Spring Show & Masters Qualifier, Sunday 5 May”
Trec in Rathmullan, Sunday 5 May
Orla has been in touch to say that the closing date for Sunday’s TREC competition in Rathmullan has been extended to Wednesday 1 May. The day will include individual and pairs TREC competitions. Each class will comprise three phases; control of paces ridden in canter and walk over a distance of 150 metres, PTV obstacle courseContinue reading “Trec in Rathmullan, Sunday 5 May”
Finally some photos from Gurteen…
If it weren’t for Liz Potter’s thoughtfulness, we’d have no record of Gurteen at all! Enjoy her images in the Gallery. Pictured below: Keary — ever the crowd pleaser!
Full results from Northwest Challenge
Nadine has done a first-rate job of getting the results for the Northwest Challenge returned in record time. She’s a lot more than just a great dressage rider who also delivers double-clears in the show jumping arena when it matters! NW Show Jumping Challenge 2013 | Results NW Dressage Challenge 2013 | Results
Jumping lesson with Tracy Gallagher, Friday 3 May
There’s no time to rest on our show jumping laurels after our great day at the Northwest Challenge. There are lots more competitions coming up so make the most of the opportunity to train with show jumper, Tracy Gallagher, this Friday. The lesson will take place at her arena in Termon. Damien and Nadine areContinue reading “Jumping lesson with Tracy Gallagher, Friday 3 May”
Letterkenny Riding Club 