East Donegal Pony Club invite everybody out for a social night in support of club funds at the Arena 7 Table Quiz next Wednesday night at 9pm. It’s a civilian quiz with no special equestrian knowledge required and there’ll be spot prizes up for grabs on the night. Your support would be much appreciated.
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Club update
So many bits and pieces of news and notices have emerged in the past couple of days that it’s time for a general update. New (and nearly new) members We’re delighted to welcome Maria Ryan to the club and wish her all the best in her endeavours at Advanced Primary level. Maria is a veteranContinue reading “Club update”
Practical guide to running a show
Following up on his suggestion at our AGM in December, Damien has compiled a very helpful guide for anybody who’s organising a show. All club members should take a look at it and have a grasp of how things work. The show organiser will look after the three key bookings that need to be madeContinue reading “Practical guide to running a show”
Full results from NWL Show 2: Congratulations Leo!
It’s great when a competitor who has knocked on the door at almost every competition finally lands on the top spot. Well done Leo on your brilliant win in the Intermediate class on Sunday. Geraldine will be proud of you! Full results and league standings below. Photos to follow. NWL 2013 | Points | 17Continue reading “Full results from NWL Show 2: Congratulations Leo!”
Fly your club colours: Collection point for club gear at NWL
We’re all pretty familiar with the standard selection of club gear — sweatshirts, jackets, numnahs, car stickers — but you might like to have the club crest embroidered onto some of your own personal clothing or tack. Jenny will be collecting such gear at this Sunday’s North West League show at Templemore (or if youContinue reading “Fly your club colours: Collection point for club gear at NWL”
Flatwork lessons with Mary Finneran, Friday 15 February
It looks like we might avoid the permanent torrential rain for Friday night’s flatwork tuition with Mary Finneran at Glenleary. The first in a series of three lessons, Mary will always identify and work on small but critical details in our riding and our horses’ way of going which can transform the overall experience andContinue reading “Flatwork lessons with Mary Finneran, Friday 15 February”
Riding Club discount for Seirendipity Equine jewellry
Seirendipity Equine, producers of bespoke pieces of jewellry handcrafted from horse hair, are offering a special discount of 20% for all riding club members. Prices start at €85 for these individually crafted pieces, hand made in Donegal using the finest silver or 9ct gold. To avail of the offer and for further details, visit Facebook and contact 087Continue reading “Riding Club discount for Seirendipity Equine jewellry”
Full results from NWL, Sunday 10 February
Thanks to Ruth, as always, for the excellent results and points service: NWL Spring 2013 | Results | Show 1 NWL Spring 2013 | League Standings | 10 February
Familiar scene but plenty of new faces: NWL 2013 kicks off the competitive year
Templemore in mid-February: Contrast the pouring rain, penetrating damp and gloomy overcast sky with the bright, happy and animated faces of riding club members and you begin to understand the enduring attraction of the North West League. Despite the awful weather conditions, it was a real pleasure to be at the opening leg of theContinue reading “Familiar scene but plenty of new faces: NWL 2013 kicks off the competitive year”
Donegal Trec in Kilmacrennan, Saturday 16 February
Donegal TREC will hold a POR (orienteering) practice competition on Saturday 16 February in Kilmacrennan. This is a Level 1 training route and suitable for newcomers to TREC. Entries are in pairs. Horses should be aged 4 or over. Minimum rider age is 12 years and riders under 16 must partner with an adult. EntryContinue reading “Donegal Trec in Kilmacrennan, Saturday 16 February”
Letterkenny Riding Club 