With hailstones pelting the windows this morning and temperatures around the levels we expect in early March, it might seem ridiculous to even contemplate camping at Carrickfinn this weekend. But if we all pretend not to notice the reasonably positive weather forecast and assume that conditions will be diabolical, maybe we’ll enjoy a little bitContinue reading “Camping anybody?”
Category Archives: Club Activities
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”
Flatwork lessons focus on fundamentals
Mary Devine’s flatwork lessons would be of great benefit to any rider, not just those thinking of forthcoming dressage tests. On Friday night her focus was on the horses’ way of going, concentrating specifically on encouraging them to flex and bend and use their bodies fully. She emphasised the importance of building up their muscleContinue reading “Flatwork lessons focus on fundamentals”
Riding Club TREC evening in Milford
On Friday we will have an “introduction to TREC” evening with Orla in Milford. Starting at 7pm, the activities will consist of a training session with a variety of trec PTV obstacles and CoP (Control of Paces). Riders will then ride a PTV track laid out as would be found at a competition. Whether you’reContinue reading “Riding Club TREC evening in Milford”
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”
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”
Stunning weather for St Patrick’s weekend ride-out
There are days when one wakes up to the sound of pelting rain and howling gales, dreading the prospect of dealing with daily horse routines. And there are other days when one looks out the window at a brilliantly sunny morning with a hard frost whitening the landscape and wonders what else could be better than ridingContinue reading “Stunning weather for St Patrick’s weekend ride-out”
Club meeting, Friday 22 March
Everybody is encouraged to attend our next general club meeting which will be held on Friday 22 March at Tir na nOg in Letterkenny. It’s time to draft the club calendar into the summer as well as to plan very seriously for a busy period through April and May. These two months see a wholeContinue reading “Club meeting, Friday 22 March”
St Patrick’s weekend ride-out from Cyrils, Saturday 16 March
Plans for our bank holiday weekend ride-out have become clear. The expedition will depart from Cyril’s yard near Milford at 10.30am on Saturday. The route will take about one-and-a-half to two hours and will cover quiet country roads and the renowned Colmcille’s Way where Cyril made his infamous cantering debut several summers ago. If you’reContinue reading “St Patrick’s weekend ride-out from Cyrils, Saturday 16 March”
***Postponed*** Armchair evening on the saddler’s craft, Friday 8 March
This Friday sees us relax comfortably into armchairs instead torturing ourselves in the saddles that usually lead to hard work and serious exercise. John and Sharon are going to give us an introduction to the craft of the saddler and will also demonstrate correct saddle fitting for horses. You can arrange to bring your horse for guineaContinue reading “***Postponed*** Armchair evening on the saddler’s craft, Friday 8 March”
Letterkenny Riding Club 