It’s not often that Donegal has representatives wearing the green jacket for their country at international equestrian events. This autumn two young TREC competitors, Lisa Moore and Clodagh Barry, are going to represent their country on the Young Rider team travelling to Vielsalm, Belgium in September to take part in the European TREC Championships, on 6 toContinue reading “Fundraiser for Donegal’s young TREC Ireland riders: Table Quiz, Arena 7, Tuesday 27 June”
Category Archives: Miscellaneous
An expert guide to riding on the beach
If you have any interest in riding on our wonderful beaches, don’t miss Rachel’s expert guide on the East Donegal Pony Club’s website.
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”
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”
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”
Big week for Donegal as two new riding clubs are born
Hard to believe but true — Donegal now has five AIRC clubs with Rosann and Inishowen officially on the board. We look forward to seeing them in action at the North West League. Rosann will be sporting navy colours with Inishowen togging out in navy and light blue. Congratulations clubs on getting up and going.Continue reading “Big week for Donegal as two new riding clubs are born”
2013 membership cards
Members who have paid their subscriptions for the year but haven’t yet received their 2013 AIRC cards can pick them up at the entries desk at the North West League next Sunday, 10 February. Alternatively, contact Cormac and arrange to pick them up from him directly.
Subscriptions for 2013
Club activities have wound down for 2012 and all that now remains to do is eat and drink lots while your horses are comfortable in their quarters. As you slide quietly into the lazy season, remember to renew your membership for the coming year. Subscriptions remain the same as in 2012 (€100 for riding membersContinue reading “Subscriptions for 2013”
Equestrian Boutique opens its doors in Kilmacrennan
John and Sharon, whose Equi-Wash and Equi-Tack enterprises have proved a wonderful success in 2012, are very proud to open the doors of their new tack shop, Equestrian Boutique. They have an impressive inventory offering everything for horse and rider. Needless to say, it’s a great place to pick up Christmas presents for horsey-minded friendsContinue reading “Equestrian Boutique opens its doors in Kilmacrennan”
Inter-club meeting, Tuesday 31 July, Tir na nOg
Remember, if you’re interested in the idea of promoting more inter-club activity amongst the three Donegal clubs (and the good news is that we may have a fourth in the next little while), come along to tonight’s inter-club meeting at 8pm in Tir na nOg. As most of you are aware, we’re currently affiliated withContinue reading “Inter-club meeting, Tuesday 31 July, Tir na nOg”
Letterkenny Riding Club 