Sandridge Stables

10/05/2026

Well that was new! I've never had a bear delay at an event before. Mama and cub trying to cross the course with the event going on. Jump judges, riders, officials spectators all sent running while our fearless paramedic rushed up with his quad and herded them back into the woods. They were too quick to grab a photo but I sure saw them! Also had a fog delay but we caught up the time just fine and it was a fabulous event at the Maple Ridge May Swanson Memorial Horse Trials in BC complete with new office kitties. Thank you to Alison, Course Designer Northey, All Around Do Everything/Anything guy Tavis and the whole crew at Maple Ridge. That was fun!

09/14/2026

If ever there was a story of success, it was Ben Maher at Spruce Meadows this weekend. With all the pressure of his country's place in the Nation's Cup riding on his round, he fell at the first jump on Saturday's second round. "Done." People said. "Couldn't handle the pressure." They said. I felt for him. I have also felt the pressure of riding for my country. But he came back on Sunday to win the biggest prize in Show Jumping - The Spruce Meadows Masters Individual Cup. I'm still cheering and crying!

"For all of life is like that race - with ups and downs and all. And all you have to do to win is rise each time you fall. Quit. Give up. You're beaten. They shout that in my face. But another voice within me says. Get up-and win the race!" - DH Groberg!

08/25/2026

The best horse trailer doors ever!

08/16/2026

08/16/2026

Alhambra Summer Event is fast approaching and we still need a lot of volunteers. If you are available and would like to help out please reach out to me, here or on my cell by text 1-403-505-2505. We need about 5 for Friday, 15 for Saturday and 15 for Sunday still. Volunteers are the backbone of the eventing!!

Thank you in advance!

08/01/2026

The storms didn't stop the Mind's Eye Team from getting the job done! From fighting weeks of rain to the big storm that ripped through Edmonton and area Saturday night, the event was up against the footing conditions. It was looking good to go, then the big storm hit the night before XC. The officials prudently reduced the speeds required for the upper divisions and took out a jump that was sitting in a low spot. Course Designer Brian Vicars made the best ground work for his course and although there were a fair number of scratches, the ones that did go out cross country mostly had a good go. The Preliminary pretty much rode perfectly and the coffins rode very well. I just want to say thanks to the organizers, Dale and Monica and their team for all their hard work. They have a very experienced team here which made my job as TD easy. Well done to all the competitors as well!

07/06/2026

Thank you to Diana, Kelly, Sara and all the excellent organizers and volunteers of the Prentice Creek Horse Trials. What a great show you put together this weekend! Thank you so much for having me on board as assistant TD. I really enjoyed the weekend and I am looking forward to taking on the role of Technical Delegate next year. So many great people keep this event going! We all benefit from your hard work and enthusiasm!

06/20/2026

I recently certified as a level 2 TD and had the privilege of assisting Technical Delegate, Jenny Franks at the Beaumont Horse Trials in Alberta. What a great experience! The organizing crew spearheaded by Clearwatervalley Pony Club were fantastic - so smoothly making the event run, and Jenny's many years of experience in the position were all so great to work with. Alberta Horse Trials Association and all Alberta's riders benefit from their selfless volunteerism! We are all fortunate to have such knowledgeable pet running our events.

05/09/2026

Since downsizing and focusing more on officiating, I no longer need the big blue tractor. Please share if you know anyone looking for a good, solid tractor at a reasonable price 39K

05/04/2026

Two brothers giving it everything they've got. Finishing 1 and 2. Happy for each other. Look at their arms link at the end! Wish I had been there this year! What a great race!