It’s not too late to support our dressage community

while promoting your business to Northwest horse enthusiasts!

è ADS AND PAYMENT ARE DUE SEPTEMBER 1^st ç

The 2010 Great American Insurance Group/USDF Region 6 and

Northwest Dressage Championship and Open Show

Donida Farm

Auburn, WA

September 16-19^th

Opportunities to promote your business

to the equestrian community are still available!

Sponsorships t Program Advertising

GOLD SPONSORSHIP: Competition Arena #4 ~ $2,000

SILVER SPONSORSHIP: Warm-up arena #2 ~ $1,500

BRONZE SPONSORSHIP: Gathering area ~ $1,000

GREAT AMERICAN/USDF REGION 6 CHAMPION CLASS SPONSORSHIP* ~ $250 Classes still available

«  Training Level

«  Second Level

«  Third Level

«  Fourth Level

«  Prix St. Georges

«  Intermediare I

«  Intermediare II

«  Grand Prix

«  Musical Freestyle

NORTHWEST DRESSAGE CHAMPION CLASS SPONSORSHIP* ~ $250 Classes still available

«  Training Level

«  First Level

«  Second Level

«  Third Level

«  Fourth Level

«  Prix St. Georges

«  Intermediare I

«  Intermediare II

«  Grand Prix

«  Musical Freestyle

OPEN CLASS SPONSORSHIP* ~ $100 Classes still available

«  Third Level

«  USEF Dressage Seat Medal Semi-Final

*includes all divisions (Open, Jr/YR, AA)

FOR MORE INFORMATION ON HOW YOU CAN HELP

MAKE OUR ANNUAL SHOW A SUCCESS,

VISIT OUR WEB SITE FOR

SPONSORSHIP/ADVERTISING INFORMATION

www.northwestdressage.org

OR CONTACT:

Kelly O’Neill è ADS/PAYMENT ARE DUE SEPTEMBER 1^ST ç

Sponsorship/Advertising Coordinator

Dressage Northwest Championship Show

P.O. Box 985, Battle Ground, WA  98604

(360) 606-2951

sponsordressagenw@gmail.com

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Lexington, KY – Accomplished High Performance Dressage competitor Jeremy Steinberg of Kirkland, WA has been appointed as the inaugural USEF National Dressage Youth Coach. The 1996 NAJYRC Gold Medalist, Steinberg’s career developed from the Young Rider ranks into successfully training and competing horses at all levels from Young Horse to Grand Prix, including international competitions and the U.S. League Finals for the FEI World Cup.

The USEF Youth Dressage Programs are currently under construction, and will become a critical link in the pipeline for development of future riders.

“The National Youth Coach needs to help develop the next generation of riders, trainers, teachers, and knowledgeable supporters to insure that dressage sport flourishes,” says Steinberg. “My vision for the USEF National Youth Coach role is to be part of a system which can produce riders and horses from the very basic level all the way up to international superstar riders and trainers, producing along the way those teachers who can bring success for generations to come. I see that in our future, believe in that goal, and I look forward to working with USEF to make that a reality.”

Through an open application process conducted in the spring and summer, Steinberg was selected from a pool of highly qualified international candidates. As the newest and youngest member of the USEF dressage coaching staff, Steinberg will work extensively with Technical Advisor Anne Gribbons and the USEF Dressage Committee to design a program to benefit youth at all levels of the sport.

Jayne Ayers, chairwoman of the USEF Dressage Committee, said, “I am confident that Jeremy will bring the energy and enthusiasm we need to build programs which promote the best education and opportunities for our youth.”

“I am delighted to have a Youth Coach in place,” said USEF Technical Advisor Anne Gribbons. “And I look forward to the development of these programs and to working with Jeremy.”

Steinberg is a popular clinician, conducting clinics almost every weekend at sites around the country, in addition to working extensively with Juniors and Young Riders on the West Coast. During this year’s NAJYRC in Lexington, KY, Steinberg was awarded the inaugural “Albers Award”, presented to the dressage Chef d’Equipe who best demonstrates an extraordinary level of dedication, enthusiasm and team spirit.

“The youth riders are our future, whether it’s as international level competitors or local horse trainers,” said Steinberg. “Proponents of the sport know that we need a steady stream of new and upcoming riders and trainers who are well educated in all things to do with the horse, not just riding dressage tests. It is our responsibility to find a way to create an environment and system where younger riders and professionals in the United States are groomed for the future and given the tools to better themselves and exceed our expectations.”

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Hello ODS,

The Oregon Dressage Society Open & Championship Shows (Sept. 10-12, 2010) still have room and will be accepting post entries until Wednesday, September 1^st, 2010. Yes, we have room both for the Open Show and the Champs, so please send your entries in ASAP. We would LOVE to have you.

Our judges this year:

Bill Solyntjes, S

Fran Dearing, S

Janet “Dolly” Hannon, S

If you cannot join us this year as a competitor, we would very much appreciate your help as a volunteer! Please contact John Craven at John_Craven@ous.edu with your available times and preferences.

We have many wonderful sponsors, some fantastic vendors and fun and exciting awards to give away this year – so please come and see us at the show!

Warmest regards,

Jennifer Milburn

Show Manager

(541)231-7247

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Hello ODS –

We need your help! Our ODS Open & Championships Shows are just a few weeks away (Sept 10^th-12th, DevonWood Eq. Centre), and we have many volunteer vacancies to fill.

Your support has been amazing in past years, and it has made this show what it is. We anticipate using at least three competition rings, with the possibility of a fourth ring for part of the show.  Your help is critical to continue the tradition of a quality championship event.

We have vacancies in all positions for all three days, including scribe, gate, warm-up steward, scorer, runner (must have OR Drivers License), and more.  There are opportunities to assist with parking and “checking in” if you are available on Thursday September 9^th.

If you are available to dedicate even just a few hours, we would LOVE to hear from you.

Competitors, we fully understand that you cannot commit to helping  until your ride times are received.  We’re happy to schedule around your commitments.  If you could respond with your intent to volunteer, we’ll follow up with you after ride times are known, or at the show.

Please contact John Craven at John_Craven@ous.edu, or 541-602-4400.

Each of our volunteers will receive a nice thank-you gift for their time. Come enjoy the show if you can – we would so appreciate your help!

Thanks in advance, we hope to hear from you.

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Dear ODS Members,

We are still accepting sponsors for the 2010 ODS Championship Show.

The following championship classes need sponsorship:

Class	Sponsorship Available
Training Level/AA	Champion
First Level/AA	Full Class or Champion or Reserve
First Level/(JR/YR)	Full Class or Champion or Reserve
Second Level/(JR/YR)	Full Class or Champion or Reserve
Third Level/(JR/YR)	Full Class or Champion or Reserve
Fourth Level/AA	Full Class or Champion or Reserve
Fourth Level/(JR/YR)	Full Class or Champion or Reserve
FEI Intermediare II	Full Class or Champion or Reserve
USDF Pas de Deux	Champion
USDF Quadrille	Full Class or Champion or Reserve

The following open classes need sponsorship:

USEF First Level, Test 4

USEF Second Level, Test 2

USEF Second Level, Test 2

USEF Second Level, Test 4

USEF Third Level, Test 2

USEF Fourth Level, Test 1

USEF Fourth Level, Test 3

USDF Musical Freestyle

USDF Quadrille

USDF Pas de Deux

USDF 3yr Colt/Gelding Materiale

USDF 4/5yr Gelding/Stallion Materiale

We are also still accepting Presenting, Platinum, Gold, Diamond, Ruby, and Sapphire sponsorships!

Please see the sponsorship information at http://www.odschampionshipshow.com/2010-art/ODS_sponsor_vendor_ads2010-1.pdf

If you have any questions, please contact Melissa L. Frazier at 360-921-1012 or at dressage.sponsors@gmail.com

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Volunteer opportunities are available for the 2010 Region 6 GAIG/USDF and NW Championship show on September 16 – 19, 2010 at Donida Farm EC in Auburn WA

Volunteers needed as runners, gatekeepers and parking attendants no experience necessary. Experienced scribes are also needed.

Food and/or beverage vouchers will be given for two hours and more of volunteer time.   Local accommodations available for volunteers working more than one full day.

Contact Rose Newman at 360-281-6550 or rose_newman@yahoo.com, if you are willing to give some of your time.

Thank you in advance

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Hi everyone. Time is running out to show your support for the 2010 ODS Championship Show. This show is ODS’s biggest money-maker, aside from member fees, and we need your support! Without the support of our members and business, we wouldn’t be able to provide the extras that our members rely on.

We will accept sponsorships until beginning of the show, however, if you want your name on awards for the classes you sponsor, you’ll want to get your sponsorship info in by August 21, 2010. If you’re going to sponsor championship classes, please email me with your intent (so I can get you name on the awards!).

Also, don’t miss out on our new sponsorships for this year: $5-$20 for individual members (excludes businesses).

You can go to: http://www.odschampionshipshow.com/2010-art/ODS_sponsor_vendor_ads2010-1.pdf for all the information.

Time is running out. Don’t miss your chance to show your support for our organization.

Melissa L. Frazier

360-921-1012

dressage.sponsors@gmail.com

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Please join us for the Annual Celebration & Awards Banquet held Saturday evening October 23rd hosted by the Twin Rivers Chapter. The evening is sure to be exciting with our fabulous annual Silent Auction featuring Chapter and Barn Baskets, delicious food and terrific camaraderie. This year’s banquet is going to be held in conjunction with Saturday’s Educational Sessions and Sunday’s ODS Annual General Membership and Board Meetings

The evening would not be complete without the annual ODS Awards Banquet, where we will learn this year’s Special Awards Winners – Instructor of the Year, Horse of the Year, Volunteer of the year and more. Joyce Stride is putting together a great awards ceremony and is sure to provide some “historically speaking” moments for all to enjoy.

For more information, please visit the ODS Banquet Page – www.oregondressage.com/banquet.html.

Photo by Mary Cornelius.

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Photo by Mary Cornelius  Lexington, KY (August 12, 2010) – The selection committee had a difficult task choosing just one Chef d’Equipe from the many poignant nominations received at this year’s NAJYRC. The perpetual trophy named in honor of long time USDF Region 1 Chef d’Equipe, Patsy Albers was awarded to two deserving chefs; Jeremy Steinberg from Region 6 and Roz Kinstler from Region 2, both who have demonstrated an outstanding level of dedication, enthusiasm and team spirit.

Roz Kinstler has been Chef d’Equipe for the Region 2 Junior and Young Rider teams for over ten years and has looked up to Patsy throughout the years. “I am really honored to receive this award, as I know Patsy very well and have seen her in action. When I first started, Patsy was a wealth of information and support. Each year I seem to learn more about helping to keep things smooth so the team members can compete and actually enjoy the experience. The kids are my motivation. I thoroughly enjoy the sport of dressage and in this way I can return the favor.”

Region 6, Chef d’Equipe, Jeremy Steinberg also views Patsy as a great role model and was honored to receive the award, “I couldn’t think of anyone better to share the honor with than Roz and I hope we do Patsy proud! From the minute I step on the grounds at NAJYRC I want to do everything I can to help every junior and young rider have the show of their life. It was a very special show for me during the years I competed in it and over the last ten years of going as either Chef or a trainer, it’s been my goal to help give that same experience not only to the riders of Region 6, but to every rider on the show grounds. I believe in the NAJYRC and am honored that the NAJYRC believes in me!”

The Albers Award perpetual trophy will reside in the Roemer Foundation/USDF Hall of Fame and the recipients will each receive a custom engraved keeper trophy. The trophy will be awarded annually at the USDF/Platinum Performance North American Junior & Young Rider Dressage Championships.

The NAJYRC is the premier equestrian competition in North America for Junior and Young Riders, age 14-21. Teams are invited from the United States, Canada, Mexico and the Caribbean to compete for team and individual medals in the three Olympic disciplines of show jumping, dressage, eventing and the World Equestrian Games discipline of reining.

Founded in 1973, The United States Dressage Federation is a nonprofit membership organization dedicated to education, recognition of achievement, and promotion of dressage. For more information about USDF membership or programs visit www.usdf.org , e-mail usdressage@usdf.org or call (859) 971-2277.

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Hello,

I’m excited to announce a clinic with the new US Team Coach, Morten Thomsen!

The clinic is October 18-19 at Cedar Meadow Farm (Pumpkin Farms alternate location). I rode with Morten in the USEF Elite Rider Clinic in San Diego in June, and he was great to ride with. Very engaged, positive, and very effective. All of the horses improved greatly in the lessons. This is an amazing opportunity to be one of the few places in the country that gets to host Morten, so I hope that the Northwest takes advantage of this  opportunity! I am accepting riders and auditors at this time. Auditors need to sign up in advance. Absolutely no auditors at the door.

Alyssa Pitts

13113 200th St SE

Snohomish, WA 98296

(360) 453-7196

(650) 906-5561

www.ap-dressage.com

**AP Dressage is on ODS Business Member.

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