It just isn’t meant to be… For the second year in a row our weekend away at Millers Hill has been cancelled because of wet ground. What a shame. Nadine and Damien have stepped in to save the social side of things and have invited the Millers Hill contingent to their place for a get-togetherContinue reading “Millers Hill disappointment for the second consecutive year”
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Great luck for the Treasure Hunt, now fingers crossed for Millers Hill
Friday evening’s treasure hunt over new territory in the hinterland of Ramelton was a resounding success. 14 riders hunted Francis’s cryptic clues and Marina, Rachel and Enda were the victors as the teams arrived back to base in the dusk. Nadine and Damien provided wonderful hospitality with fresh scones and blackberry jelly to match theContinue reading “Great luck for the Treasure Hunt, now fingers crossed for Millers Hill”
Formation riding with Valerie on the cards again
Following last Friday’s free form riding on the beach at Rathmullan, hopes are high that this Friday will see our members riding in proper formation as Valerie directs affairs at Harley’s arena in Trentagh. Please book with Vera on 087 232 5632 by Wednesday at the latest, if you plan to participate.
Change of plans for Friday evening activity
Given the cost of using Harley’s arena and the fact that Valerie has to travel an hour to teach us, the numbers really have to stack up to make our formation riding classes economically viable. This time it hasn’t worked out and Vera has wisely changed course for Friday evening activities. She’s heading for theContinue reading “Change of plans for Friday evening activity”
Further TREC training day in Milford, Sunday 9 September
Donegal TREC moves from Bundoran further north on Sunday 9 September with POR (orienteering) and PTV (obstacle) training taking place in Milford. The training is suitable for all levels of riders and perfect introduction for those who have not tried TREC before as well as catering for riders with experience of TREC. If you’re interested in participating, contact OrlaContinue reading “Further TREC training day in Milford, Sunday 9 September”
Millers Hill just around the corner
Our weekend away in Millers Hill is just over three weeks away and we have a great crowd of 19 members who hope to travel. It’s time now to start getting serious about the plans. The McCrums have confirmed that they are leaving the prices of facilities, meals, livery, carriage driving, cross country course andContinue reading “Millers Hill just around the corner”
Formation riding lessons with Valerie Craig
It’s time once more for our infamous formation riding lessons with Valerie Craig. They’ll run for the next two Fridays at Harley’s arena in Trentagh. At the risk of sounding like a broken record, it’s the very best way to ride great flatwork without even realising you’re doing it. You’ll be too busy concentrating on holdingContinue reading “Formation riding lessons with Valerie Craig”
Benbulben Crossjump rescheduled for Sunday 9 September
Ground conditions have necessitated a change in date for the Benbulben Crossjump. At least it’s still on the calendar, now on Sunday 9 September.
TREC day in Bundoran, Saturday 8 September
Donegal TREC are hosting an introduction to TREC day in Bundoran on Saturday 8 September. The day is suitable for all levels of riders. It will be a perfect introduction for those who have not tried TREC before as well as catering for riders with experience of TREC. Young riders interested in applying to join the list of potential candidatesContinue reading “TREC day in Bundoran, Saturday 8 September”
Good luck, Gaeltachts!
The very best of luck to our friends and neighbours in the Donegal Gaeltacht who make their second assault on the Team Show Jumping Championship this Sunday at the Dublin Horse Show. They’ll be cheered on by a large contingent of Letterkenny members who have embedded themselves firmly at the RDS for the remainder ofContinue reading “Good luck, Gaeltachts!”
Letterkenny Riding Club 