The problem with our miserable summer is that every patch of blue sky and ray of sunshine makes us cling powerfully to our beautiful Donegal homeland. The option of spending five or six hours on the road can never win when the alternative is staying at home to enjoy a rare patch of summer. ThusContinue reading “Cormac does us proud in Tubberbride”
Author Archives: 2011
Future looks secure for the Gaeltachts
Judging by the delightful photos from today’s Dungloe show, the future membership of the Donegal Gaeltacht Riding Club looks secure. Take a look at the club’s youth division on the Gaeltachts’ website.
Blue skies, sunshine, scenery and social life
It couldn’t have been a nicer day. Brilliant sunshine and clear air made visibility perfect for the 2-hour ride from John and Sharon’s Kellee Stables in Legnahoory, near Kilmacrennan. Trailers and lorries assembled at around 3pm and horses were matched with riders so that everybody who wanted to ride got to ride. Our two newestContinue reading “Blue skies, sunshine, scenery and social life”
Looking forward to a relaxed club gathering, maybe even with some sunshine…
John & Sharon’s Christmas ride-out was a victim of the winter weather last December but it’s looking increasingly likely that tomorrow’s catch-up event is going to escape this summer’s usual treatment. Meet to ride at 3pm. The group may be split into two groups, depending on how adventurous and energetic people are feeling. John helpedContinue reading “Looking forward to a relaxed club gathering, maybe even with some sunshine…”
Two new members, one new Secretary’s assistant
There have been several reports recently about the increase in club memberships across a wide number of disciplines. It seems to be one positive effect of the downturn, which is really saying something. Certainly Letterkenny Riding Club’s membership continues to thrive and this week we welcome two more primary level riders to the ranks. Hazel Mahony livesContinue reading “Two new members, one new Secretary’s assistant”
Job opportunity at Castle Leslie
Castle Leslie’s equestrian centre is looking for an Instructor who will report to the Yard Manager. It’s hard to imagine a more attractive work setting. Full details below and, if it’s of interest to you or somebody you know, contact Helen Turnbull on 047 88535. Castle Leslie Equestrian Position
Bruce looks for a new life
Bruce, the bay thoroughbred that Rachel brought to the first few legs of the North West League in February, injured a tendon several weeks ago and his racing career is ended. He’d love to continue life as a pleasure horse and, with several months on the easy list, should be well capable of carrying onContinue reading “Bruce looks for a new life”
TREC competitors prove a hardy bunch
Quote of the weekend: “TREC is the sport for hardy feckers!” Orla reports that it was “a good weekend, camping was a challenge, well pretty much everything was a challenge but there wasn’t one single complaint about ground conditions for the PTV and all bar the 30KM route riders managed to get home with only a few showers”. On aContinue reading “TREC competitors prove a hardy bunch”
Welcome refreshment of AIRC website
What a nice surprise on a miserable Monday morning: the AIRC website has been updated. The new look features a very appropriate backdrop of raindrops and, if you look carefully, you’ll see Daragh Diver of Benbulben RC competing at our 2009 crossjump at Lenamore on the homepage. Check it out: AIRC website
Tirconaill RC show cancelled, Sunday 31 July
More bad news: due to unforeseen circumstances, Tirconaill’s eagerly anticipated show on Sunday 31 July has been cancelled. Don’t despair, you still have a competitive opportunity at the Glenleary Summer Show the following day, bank holiday Monday, 1 August.
Letterkenny Riding Club 