Several shows have submitted updated information that has been posted on the ODS Website Omnibus Page - www.oregondressage.com/omnibus.html.  Show information will be updated as necessary throughout the show year.  Please visit this page to check for any prize list changes prior to sending in your show entries.

Here is a brief description of several changes that were posted today:

• Dressage Schooling Show at Lake Oswego Hunt - closing date has been extended to February 24th
• Central Oregon Chapter - ODS League Show Series - Judges updated for August and October shows
• Stars & Stripes Show - officials updated
• OSU Beaver Piaffe -  date changed by 1 weekend to April 28th from April 21st

Please contact the ODS Office or individual show contacts if you have any questions.

There are still a few spots available to attend this weekend’s Show Volunteer Training and “Show Biz” Seminar scheduled to be held at the Wilsonville Holiday Inn.

Saturday, February 24th
FREE Dressage Show Volunteer Training, including lunch!*
10:00 AM — 2:00 PM
registration begins at 9:30 AM

We will cover basic responsibilities and procedures of the most common dressage show volunteer positions with a focus on safety and efficiency, including

* Hands-on Scribe Session with Raymond “Spike” Cornelius judging
* Video of e-scribing
* Ring Steward / Saddlery Checker with Kaye Phaneuf, “r” USEF Technical Delegate
* Hands-on Scoring Practice
* Question and Answer Session
* and more …

Class is limited to first forty people to respond with commitment to attend. First-timers welcome and encouraged to attend. We request attendees download and read the Dressage section of the USEF Rule Book (www.usef.org). Attendees who need to cancel are requested to please contact organizer in case that lets someone in off of waiting list.

Sunday, February 25th
“Show Biz” - Learn requirements of putting together successful dressage shows including the process to obtain ODS approval.
9:00 AM — 4:00 PM
registration begins at 8:30 AM

Cost:
Non-members $40.00 for training including continental breakfast and lunch
Current ODS members $30.00 for training including continental breakfast and lunch

Panelists:
Kaye Phaneuf

* USEF “r” Technical Delegate
* Experienced Dressage and Breed Show Secretary
* Experienced Show Program / Advertising Coordinator
* Developer of “Show Pro “ Dressage Show Software

Rose Newman

* Experienced, Professional & Volunteer Show Manager
* Member of the USDF Competitions Committee
* ODS Board Member
* 2006 USDF Region 6 Volunteer of the Year & 2004 & 2006 Oregon Dressage Society Volunteer of the Year

Corinne Stonier

* Oregon Dressage Society Office Administrator
* ODS Championship Show Committee Sponsorship & Vendor Coordinator (2001-2004)

Please contact Rose Newman at rose_newman@yahoo.com or the ODS Office if you have any questions.

The ODS Test Booklet contains an error on page 19, 4th level test 1. The first half of the test is actually 3rd level test 1. The second half is correct. The ODS office manager and board members have discussed the most cost effective way to correct the error - we have posted a correction to the test on the website and also include a page in the ODS Roster, which will be mailed mid-spring.

The page has been corrected and posted for members to download from this link: http://oregondressage.com/TestbookCorrection-Page19.pdf. If you have difficulty with the link and you are a USDF Participating Member you can find it in your directory on page 179. If you are a member of USEF you can download the test from the website. Otherwise, please contact the ODS Office and we will send you a printed sheet that you can tape into your Booklet.

Thanks for your patience. Long time members will remember many errors in the test books in the past. Just on an outside chance someone ever borrows your test book to read I would recommend making a big black slash over that part of that test.

Marsha

This is the depressing time of year for those of us in the eastern part of the state because the weather is cold, the roads are bad and our goals for the 2007 show season are looking a little over zealous. I’m trying to make good use of this time by making progress on those projects for ODS and USDF that looked a little overwhelming when riding was the big priority.

Next weekend your board will attend the annual Retreat. Our two big issues will be:

Some house keeping in regards to reviewing and updating the ODS By-Laws and Procedures. A presentation has been put together by Donna Thayer our new eastern representative with help from Ed Miller one of our southern reps. One thing we will be looking at is board representation and how to keep it fair and meaningful.

The ODS League Show program, including the League Championship Show and how to make this program available to entry level dressage riders and viable for experienced riders who seek an alternative to the recognized shows and championship program.

No doubt there will be some decisions made on both of these issues at the retreat. However, I am sure I am not the only board member who would appreciate input from any and all of you on these topics. We are serving a vastly diverse community and we want to provide meaningful programs in education, competition and recognition for riders of all levels. Please give us some constructive feedback on your concerns and your ideas. The contact information for each of us is found in this publication and on the ODS website.

There are many educational opportunities coming up soon. Jane Savoie will be presenting a clinic at the Mane Event in Ridgefield, Washington February 9-11. ODS is planning a Show Management training seminar in Wilsonville February 24-25. There are many clinics scheduled for the month of February with local, west coast and nationally known dressage instructors.

On another note I would like to congratulate Helen Ferguson of the North Willamette Valley Chapter on receiving the Gifted Fund Award for Region VI from the Dressage Foundation. The Gifted Fund is a $750.00 award for an adult amateur to use for a dressage education experience with their own horse for a period of at least 5 days. The applicants considered must have a strong volunteer record in dressage. Helen is the treasurer of the ODS Championship show and has been a great contributor to ODS in the years I have known her. The award could not have gone to a more deserving person! Congratulations Helen.

My request to each of you is to set a riding goal for this year, attend at least one dressage educational event, volunteer at least once during the year, and contact your representative or me at least once letting us know what you personally want from ODS and what you have to offer. We would be glad to hear from you!

Marsha