Orla has been in touch with a reminder that Donegal TREC will hold a three phase TREC training competition on Saturday 13 April in Milford. The joy of a training competition is that riders can practice all aspects of a competition while availing of back up and pointers from the stewards and coaches. Contact Orla forContinue reading “Donegal TREC update”
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Not to be overlooked: Flatwork lessons with Mary Devine
In the run-up to the National Hunter Trials (such a mouthful compared to “Flowerhill”) there’s always the danger that non-cross-country activities will get lost in the woodwork. Mary Devine’s flatwork lessons are a very worthy contender for attention. The first of three takes place this Friday evening. Mary is an experienced dressage competitor and hasContinue reading “Not to be overlooked: Flatwork lessons with Mary Devine”
Cross country tack and equipment at Equi-Tack
Sharon has been in touch to say she has silks in our club colours in stock, if anyone going to the National Hunter Trials wants to look super smart in a new outfit. She also has medical card holders, number bibs and level 3 body protectors to suit all price ranges. Silks can be made upContinue reading “Cross country tack and equipment at Equi-Tack”
Dressage opportunity at Eglinton on 7 and 14 April *updated*
North Coast Riding Club (a British riding club so open to juniors and adults alike) are running a dressage league for the next two Sundays, 7 and 14 April, at Eglinton. Check their website for full details. Pre-entry is required but you may do this by telephone and pay on the day. Contact Kathy on +44 7921Continue reading “Dressage opportunity at Eglinton on 7 and 14 April *updated*”
Pre-Gurteen cross country schooling at Gabriel’s, Thursday 4 April
Our annual pre-National Hunter Trials schooling trip to Gabriel McCole’s farm has been organised for tomorrow evening, Thursday 4 April. Hallelujah for dry weather! As always, places are limited because parking is scarce and we want to be kind to the ground. Preference will be given to those planning on going to Gurteen. Others canContinue reading “Pre-Gurteen cross country schooling at Gabriel’s, Thursday 4 April”
Inter-club meeting postponed a week to Tuesday 9 February
Our meeting with neighbouring Donegal clubs to postmortem the North West League and plan for the North West Team Challenges in show jumping and dressage has been put back a week. It now takes place on Tuesday 9 April.
Non-stop riding club activity for coming months
Last week’s club meeting painted a very rich picture of competitive and non-competitive activity for members — most of it on our doorstep. It’s difficult to find space for our regular Friday activities in a calendar over-flowing with shows and events. In summery, this is what we have to look forward to: National Hunter Trials,Continue reading “Non-stop riding club activity for coming months”
Thrilling finale to North West League 2013
Initial reports of Sunday’s North West League final paint a picture of heart stopping entertainment and a great spread of success across all the clubs. With double points up for grabs on the day, nerves were stretched to their limits and the tension was high. Judge and coursebuilder Tony Ennis set a technically challenging courseContinue reading “Thrilling finale to North West League 2013”
Cross country schooling opportunity at Castle Leslie
Last year’s pre-National Hunter Trials trip to Castle Leslie proved very successful for those who went along. Mona is organising the same expedition this year on Saturday 6 April. The session is a 2-hour go-as-you-please and, as a non-AIRC event, is open to non-riding club members. The cost is €25 per head. Contact Mona onContinue reading “Cross country schooling opportunity at Castle Leslie”
North West League Final promises some cracking competition
Spring must be here! This Sunday sees the climax of the 2013 North West Spring League and although the forecast is for another bitterly cold day, the competition will be red hot in almost every division. As always, there will be no training classes at the final. Instead you’ll have the chance to put allContinue reading “North West League Final promises some cracking competition”
Letterkenny Riding Club 