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ISO - RENO
Going to be in Reno over the weekend of Nov 1 - 3 and have 2 questions:
1) the best place to stay, BNB or hotel or someone's couch??
2) How long and difficult is the drive from Thermal to Reno??
Thank you for your input!!

SHOW JUMPING JOURNAL - NOW A REALITY! For the short foreseeable future it will mostly cover the west coast. Having a really fun time starting this publication. Click below to see the first issue.

It will be small and direct with very little advertising and NO show win pages..... it's all about the show horse business and you are welcome to do an ad about your barn... just no win publicity, that will be saved for articles.

This is the first issue that was done as a test drive in July/August and I cannot tell you the response. Looking for your feedback in input, please feel free to contact me and offer your opinion. PM me here or text-call 714/797-1404

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INTERESTING FLASH BACK TO 2011 - "Dear Reader" column in the October, 2011 issue of ShowBiz magazine!! Time goes by but "times" don't really change!! Quite an interesting REVERSE mirror of where we are now I think!! I sure do miss doing that magazine!! 😢🥹 I really loved it! 🥰🤗

"Dear Readers,
Our sport is topsy-turvy right now. SO much ado about a lot of things, but for the west coast one of the main conversation prompters is the large number of shows we have….and it grows everyday! At a time when the competitor numbers are diminishing, or at the very least staying relatively the same # wise, there are new shows being added up and down the coast one on top of another.

When directly asked the question, “Why add more shows?” the answer is more times than not, one of two things…”I can do a better job.” Or, “If I don’t take those dates, someone else will.”

The World Cup system in the west is in major turmoil with differing opinions on how to fix it. For every solution there seems to be ten people lined up explaining how THAT won’t work. For the foreseeable future, it probably won’t be much different, but be sure - times are a changin’!

I love this time of year, mare owners are researching stallions to decide who “daddy” will be for their next year’s crop. Year end Finals are in process and the competition gets very intense for sure in those rings. Some trainers are either back east or on their way…and for some the new National Horse Show venue of Lexington, Kentucky is calling. Report for that show will be fun!!

At the same time it is refreshing and entertaining to hang around the kids ring for a bit. There is still the wide eyed wonder and excitement for a child to get around the pony or short stirrup ring for the first time. Trainers, parents and friends still have the enthusiasm that rewards efforts and sometimes we forget we were all there at one time. A bit of nostalgia if good for all of us!!

As we go into winter, and a time to hibernate and re-group, take time to remember what it’s really all about. Not the ribbons…the old saying, “it’s about the horse”, is also not the real kicker anymore.

The saying “The outside of a horse is good for the inside of a man/woman/child.” THAT is why we do this…because they bring out something incredible in all of us – OR AT LEAST THEY SHOULD!! The unconditional affection we get from them reminds us of a gentler way.

No matter how bad the ride, how much their little mouths get pulled on, how much too tight the saddle is, how badly the boot gards fit, or how much they may be asked to jump higher than they possible can…they still whinny and nicker when we come into sight.

And when each of us hear that, we should NEVER forget that they are at our mercy and THAT is the only gift we can really give them…. Mercy, kindness and gentleness in the way we handle them at the end of the day!

Ride on and love these great companions we have as we move toward 2012,
Kathy"

ISO a winter position for A GREAT PERSON......

I have an amazing professional looking to fill the void for a barn during the DIHP circuits.... rides really really well, loves to teach - ground help - and get clients to the ring. Small enough to ride and school ponies and has a lot of experience with kids. She is one of my favorite people.

IF you need extra help, she comes with great references. Please PM me or call me or text me 714/797-1404 to see if your barn is a fit....

ISO AND DESPARATE!!!!! Need someone to deliver a 5th wheel RV FROM Sacramento TO Thermal as soon as possible or ? It is ready to go and if someone can do it but does not have a truck one can be provided. This is a PAID job..... down to Thermal and back. PLEASEPLEASE PLEASE!!! 🥹😒

SACRAMENTO INTERNATIONAL
A super fun night comin tonight - Saturday!!

7:00 PM
$100,000 Sky Partners Grand Prix
followed by
Cripple Creek Concert

Go to the link below to get your tickets.... get here early for the
DOG HIGH JUMP just before the Grand Prix
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/sacramento-international-horse-show-cripple-creek-concert-saturday-tickets-1004019006877?aff=ebdsshios

Going to be a really fun action packed event - see you all there!!

Sacramento International Horse Show & Cripple Creek Concert - SATURDAY $100,000 SKY PARTNERS GRAND PRIX OF SACRAMENTO PRESENTED BY 23 WINES

ISO... a ride for a horse from San Juan Capistrano to Sacramento for the show this weekend if anyone is coming this way.

ISO AND DESPARATE -
My golf cart decided it needed a vacation today so it is spending the week at the cart doctor. This is a BIG BIG week at Blenheim with programs I am involved with or oversee - NAL Finals, Show Jumping Hall of Fame Finals, Youth Show Jumping Foundation program kick off - all this week.

Does anyone have an extra golf cart at the Blenheim show... I'm happy to pay for the use...PLEASE PLEASE PLEASE... 🤗🤞🤞🤞
You can DM here, call me 714/797-1404 or text. THANK YOU THANK YOU!!!!!!

USHJA
SPECIAL ANNOUNCEMENT OVERNIGHT ABOUT the Vegas show...

2024 Marshall+Sterling Insurance/USHJA National Championships to Feature Exciting Changes
Lexington, Ky.—Sept. 13, 2024—The U.S. Hunter Jumper Association is pleased to announce notable updates for the upcoming Marshall+Sterling Insurance/USHJA National Championships, scheduled to take place during the Las Vegas National Horse Show at the South Point Hotel, Casino & Spa in Las Vegas, Nevada, from November 11-17, 2024.

This year, the event marks a pivotal transition and will now be produced by Desert International Horse Park, led by Steve Hankin. Continuing his role, show manager Pat Boyle will remain an integral part of the event's success, ensuring a seamless experience for competitors and spectators alike.

"We are excited to be working with Steve Hankin and Desert International Horse Park," said USHJA President Britt McCormick. "Their expertise, coupled with Pat Boyle's continued leadership, will elevate this year's championships, allowing us to bring more opportunities to our competitors."

This year's championships feature several important updates designed to expand opportunities for participants:

Increased Competitor Capacity: The event will now welcome a larger number of riders across various divisions, giving more athletes a chance to compete on this prestigious stage.
Enhanced Coliseum Competition: A broader group of competitors, including affiliates, will now have the opportunity to showcase their talent in the South Point Arena, an unparalleled venue known for its world-class facilities.

WCE Finals as Main Event: The Western Conference Equitation Finals will take center stage as the highlight event on Saturday evening, drawing significant attention and showcasing top talent.
IHSA/USHJA 3'3" Hunter Seat Medal Final: Set for Sunday, the IHSA/USHJA 3'3" Hunter Seat Medal Final - West will offer competitors a prime platform to demonstrate their skills in front of a packed audience in the South Point Arena.

Expanded Rider Opportunities: Competitors will now have additional opportunities to practice and prepare for their classes, a key component in their development and performance at this level.
These changes represent a commitment to providing the best possible experience for participants and an enhanced competitive environment.

HUGE SHOUT OUT!!!!!!
Ruth Frazier, executive director for CPHA gets, to have a shout out!!!

As Vice President of that organization I watch her and offer assistance to her at as many of our Finals and programs as I can get to. Occasionally I can't make it to NorCal and she and Lyle double time it and handle it with grace and detail.

She is simply amazing at keeping all the balls of the organization in play. She makes it fun for exhibitors... see the attached photo.

Her communication to her Board, keeping us in the loop of what is happening and doing that 2-4 times a month without us asking makes it such a pleasure to be on this Board.

Nothing more to say except THANK YOU RUTHIE!!!!!