DAD! It's just around the corner ...

[Oldenburg Mom]

So, I thought I'd fire up the ol' CoTH at DAD Annual G&T party that always seems to not make it!

I dusted off my t-shirt (yes, I still have mine!!!) so I'll be wearing it.

And I am definately going to attend the Scott Hassler dinner (see below)

Scott Hassler Speaks at Dressage at Devon Forum
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Scott Hassler will be the speaker at the Dressage at Devon Forum on Wednesday, September 26, 2007. During The Breeding and Development of the Young Dressage Horse participants will enjoy a brief lecture as well as a lively question and answer discussion session. A buffet dinner will be served.

“We are very excited to have Scott Hassler at Dressage at Devon,” says Melanie Sloyer, Board Member of Dressage at Devon. “Education is an important piece of this event and Scott brings a wealth of knowledge to the forum.”

Hassler, President and Director of Training for Hassler Dressage, brings a wealth of experience to the Dressage at Devon Forum. A veteran of eventing and open show jumping competition, Hassler rode for the early Holsteiner organization in the U.S. as a teenager, preparing horses for auction and sale out of the Holsteiner headquarters in Virginia. As a young adult, Hassler turned his talents, passion and energies to the sport of dressage and warmblood breeding. In Germany, training with the late Herbert Rehbein, he began to understand more deeply the connection between breeding and sport. Returning to the US, Hassler built the breeding program at Hilltop Farm, simultaneously training and developing a dozen horses to Grand Prix. He was listed on the USET's Short List, and was a finalist for the Pan American Games Selection in 1995.

Hassler created the Young Dressage Horse Trainers Symposium in 2005, is a member of the USEF Dressage Committee and the USEF Breeding Committee, and has chaired the USDF Sporthorse Committee since 2001. His leadership has helped bring about such developments as the sport/breeding related record-keeping system now used in the USDF and USEF. He is the dressage representative for the USEF Strategic Planning Committee, assisting in the long-term planning for the country's national horse sport organization, as well as the USEF Young Horse Coach.

The Breeding and Development of the Young Dressage Horse Forum will be held in the Devon Room at the 33rd Annual Dressage at Devon Horse Show, on the Devon Horse Show Grounds in Devon, PA. The Forum will begin at 7:00 (doors open at 6:00 pm.). Tickets are $35. For information or to purchase tickets, contact Anne Moss at 610-316-4294 or annemoss@verizon.net.

Dressage at Devon is the highest rated international dressage competition and most complete breed show outside of Europe. Olympic medalist Robert Dover calls Dressage at Devon “the standard by which all American horse shows should be judged.” Dressage at Devon takes place at the Devon Horse Show Grounds, Route 30, in Devon, Pennsylvania.
For more information on Dressage at Devon please visit www.DressageAtDevon.org.

About Dressage at Devon
Dressage at Devon was founded by the Delaware Valley Combined Training Association. The show is now a 501 (c) 3 non-profit organization. The six-day event attracts more than 700 horses and 35,000 spectators each year. Dressage at Devon benefits Thorncroft Therapeutic Horseback Riding Inc., the oldest and largest therapeutic riding program in the nation.

[lorik]

Yep. And would you believe that I have some people asking to be stabled in the '2005 COTH barn' :D So that's what I put in the stabling requests I sent to Walt.

I still have my t-shirt too and a competitor from Florida asked if there was anything she could bring me. I told her to bring the limes! :winkgrin::D:yes::eek::D

I haven't been on the property, but I've been told that the electric in the barns has been worked on and a few more barns have been renovated. So if you see any of the Devon Horse Show Foundation people, remember to thank them. They're trying really hard.

Wishing everyone a safe and fun filled show.

[MagicRoseFarm]

We cannot do the dinner because we are showing Hot Shot( pony stallion) in hand, under saddle and in the DSHB championships, and My broodmare and maiden mare in their calsses and the DSHB Championships.. SO this is 8 classes on Wednesday starting at 11 AM... but we are looking forward to living in the COTH barn again!!! we had a blast last year ( and we DID have an AWESOME party BTW),,, WHERE were you????

the Yeagermeister is already in the freezer!!

[Oldenburg Mom]

WHERE were you????

Unable to attend.

This year, Mr. Joey Starbuck (aka the Poster Boy) will be attending, UNDER SADDLE!!! OMGiH. I have entered Mr. Joey in the 3-year old Colts and Geldings, Materiale and Suitability. Mr. Tchula will be attending with his Mama. He is in the 2007 Colt class. Ms. Christine Smith is handling. I believe we will be on the road again by Tuesday evening, e.g., it's a one-shot deal.

Abode: we'll be staying at the PEAK of CHIC establishment, yes,.... MOTEL 6!!! Monday night. :lol:

Monday night: G&T's near the Secretary's stand. Lori, what time does the Secretary's Office close? Will you and Mr. LoriK attend, if we can manage to get our act together?

Who's bringing chips & guac?

[peskee]

Oh MagicRose I feel so bad for you all those DSHB Championship classes......you poor thing....:winkgrin: I am coming with 8 horses. Look for the lady with the "deer in the headlights" expression. It will either be you or me!

[Clarion]

Yep. And would you believe that I have some people asking to be stabled in the '2005 COTH barn' :D So that's what I put in the stabling requests I sent to Walt.



Ah, that would be me. It wasn't really out of nostalgia over the COTH 05 party though, I just liked that barn's proximity to the exhibitor's entrance(easier to get in and out for my multiple during the night checks) and because the stalls are a little bigger than those itsy bitsy 9X9s that are in the big barns by the carnival area. I'd have to grease my mare and baby up to fit them in one of them.:D I didn't know what that barn by the Gold Ring's number was so that's why I put the 2005 COTH Barn. I didn't show in 2006 so I don't know if COTH people were in the same place last year or not.

Not that I wouldn't be up for another COTH party mind you...:winkgrin:

I will be there Tuesday to help one of my clients with the colt she bought from us, and then be there showing our own(a 2 year old filly and her dam and 2007 colt) on Wednesday and Thursday.

[MagicRoseFarm]

Oh MagicRose I feel so bad for you all those DSHB Championship classes......you poor thing....:winkgrin: I am coming with 8 horses. Look for the lady with the "deer in the headlights" expression. It will either be you or me!

Um that will be YOU "dear".. I have only 5 horses total!!

[Peg]

Would a couple of new guys be invited if they bring G and food in hand? Would love to meet you.Peg

[lorik]

Peg,
The more the merrier!

[ljshorses]

I'm coming, but this year I am only bringing 2...I went crazy last year with so many. Well crazier, lol.

[Oldenburg Mom]

I'm coming, but this year I am only bringing 2...I went crazy last year with so many. Well crazier, lol.

Only two limes? Or two bowls of Guac? Or two bags of chips? If only two limes,... sorry, that won't cut it. (;))

Hey Peg, if you're bringing G ... well, shucks, ... you're going to be welcome with open arms!!!!

[Peg]

I have another question-are grills allowed anywhere incase we'd like to do that another night?Don't know the regs. See you there. To me, Devon is akin to Disneyworld! Peg

[ljshorses]

Well, I may be talked into bringing some vino....any takers...and red or white?

[Delkredere]

I'll be there Wed-Thurs. Showing a colt in ISR/OLD2 & under and Arab IBC's.
Meeting with friends Wed evening for a much needed "fun night out". I need some fun after the year I have had.
My old name is banned, so I am here now through another very old name I forgot I even had. :)

[M.K.Smith]

Do they have the day sheets for the breed show online yet? I looked and couldn't find them, but thought they're usually up by now.

I won't be showing this year (trust me, I'd rather be showing... I'm scheduled for minor surgery on Thursday- ironically probably about the same time I'd be showing if I was going... I guess there was a reason for not showing this year), but may go to watch on Wed... not sure yet.

Anyway... good luck to all the competitors and I hope everybody has a wonderful time! I'm certainly going to miss not showing this year... there's just something about Devon :cool:- the tradition, the atmosphere, the thought of all the great horses that have been there... it's just magical to me! When my boy won his class... wow... I was just on cloud nine- still my favorite horse show memory!

Be on the lookout for an ultra cute Welsh pony stallion- Fox Cry Nicodemus! :cool::cool::cool::cool::cool:

So... everybody... have fun!

[lorik]

The day sheets (order of go) will be posted on www.dressageatdevon.org (http://www.dressageatdevon.org) after the drop dead date of 9/15. The class schedule is already on the website.

[not again]

We'd love to be part of the whole thing but a wedding takes precedence this year. The groom is headed to Afghanistan after the wedding so we really have to celebrate properly. Well, we would celebrate anyway....Happy trails everyone!!!

[Oldenburg Mom]

I'm just wiggling with excitement! This will be my trainer's first Devon and I think she's going to be blown away with the wonderful atmosphere ... and all the wonderful people there. Elly ... I noticed you're going to be there. So is Pete Ruig et al. Marydell, you're coming. Fairview ... I didn't see your name, but heck, there were 15 pages of entries!!! HOLY SMOKES!! 403 entries ... Joey's number is 230, so if you see him in the ring give a good old CoTH cheer (woot woot woot :lol:)

Anyone else know their number?????

[Fairview Horse Center]

I just have a mare this year - as long as I can get her there. <sigh> Looking forward to seeing everyone!

[elly]

Hi OMOM,

Yep, we'll be there - I always enjoy Devon, especially the breedshow !!!

Can't wait - anyone know what the weather is going to be like, this time - will I need my Scuba gear again ???

Best of Luck to all !

Elly

[Oldenburg Mom]

Hey Elly! Well, here's the weather link for the month for Devon. http://www.weather.com/outlook/travel/vacationplanner/monthly/USPA0401?from=36hr_topnav_vacation

Please note the SUNDAY before Devon begins: Surprise!!!! Rain.

I'd love to say hello and catch up with you ... and Fairview you too! Are you people going to be at the famous G&T bash?

[dressage72]

#312 here!

SOOOOOOOOOOOO not looking forward to this and just want my first show season to be over! It's exhausting! At least this one is a "hometown" one for me! :)

Diva has been weaned for just a little over 2 weeks and doing well, but is butt high and a little fuzzy, and the movement is just not really there....so I don't expect much! :) Just experience and fun and no matter what I love Devon. Growing up locally it just is the best thing for me to experience. This will be my first time showing there so it's a little strange!

Oh, I miss the days of Rocher being there!?!?! Anyone else? :)

[enavant]

I will be there as usual and can't wait to see some of you that I only get to see once or twice a year.
Here's my problem....I am going to the midtest of the 100 days testing in Ohio. I am leaving on the friday before Devon and taking Scimitar and a 3 year old son to ride both in the following Heike Kemmer clinic. The mid test is on the saturday and the symposium with HK is on the sunday and monday. I am going to leave directly after my last ride and drive straight through to Devon to be there to ride and run on the tuesday (I should arrive somewhere in the middle of the night). I need somewhere to stuff two horses for the night as close to the showgrounds as possible. My friend Retta will be able to drive them the rest of the way home on the tuesday and I will stay on through thursday (come to think of it...I am not sure how I am going to get home as I won't have a vehicle but, I will cross that bridge when I come to it).
I talked to Lorik and if I stable them on the showgrounds I have to pay stabling plus $150 non competing horse fee for each which just seems ridiculous. SO......anyone have or know of someone with a barn that could be a bed and breakfast for two big warmbloods, one a stallion?
Any and all help would be appreciated.
Ursula
www.enavantstud.com

[M.K.Smith]

I was browsing online and I saw on http://www.dressageclinic.com/ that it says "watch all international riders & breeding classes on DressageClinic.com." Does anybody know if that mean that they'll have all of the breed classes? Is this the first year that they're doing it?

[lorik]

Yes, this is the first year they're doing this. We'll have to see how it works out.

[Oldenburg Mom]

OMGiH! Tchula and Joey are going to be on TV?????

[lorik]

Omom,
I'm thinking webcast, not TV. :winkgrin:

[Oakleigh]

Was going to bring Nautika, to do 4th level, but at the last minute our ride up to PA disappeared.. boohoo... So, we will plan on coming next year and doing PSG instead. I've brought several to the breed show, but never to the dressage show. This will be fun. Good luck everyone!!! See ya next year.

Oakleigh

[Oldenburg Mom]

Omom,
I'm thinking webcast, not TV. :winkgrin:

Well, it's still a square glowing box!!!! :lol: I'll make sure that I whisper that into their ears before going into the ring!!!

[Jesse'sMom]

The day sheets (order of go) will be posted on www.dressageatdevon.org (http://www.dressageatdevon.org) after the drop dead date of 9/15. The class schedule is already on the website.
:lol::lol::lol::lol: I love it... Too funny.

We will be there! My 10 year old Jessica is showing as well-She will be in the Jr handlers class with a weanling! I cant wait!!
Elly - where were you sunday?? That pony is just toooooo cute!!
CONGRATS to my hero Elly as well!! got a 92.2% under saddle wasnt it??

[Delkredere]

I am getting excited :) Especially after the ISR/OLD inspection. I think Saint may have a good chance in his one class to pin very well. We will find out soon enough next week!! LOL

[retreadeventer]

Omom I will miss you! I am going up Weds. with a young Lipizzan stallion and will be there until Thursday - running three lipizzans - and braiding of course. Should be very busy. I have an event to run training on Sat. following, too! Sorry won't see you. Sigh.:(

[MagicRoseFarm]

OK I am ready for Monday G & T ... I am making my hot artichoke cheese dip and bringing the M & M's ( Mudslides and Mojitos)

So please don't start without my crew and I !!!!!!!

[dressage72]

OK I am ready for Monday G & T ... I am making my hot artichoke cheese dip and bringing the M & M's ( Mudslides and Mojitos)

So please don't start without my crew and I !!!!!!!

HEY YOU! OH MY GAWD that sounds yummy!!!!!!!! Would love to join in! Can I bring anything? :)

Staying at my mom's who lives 20 mins away (makes me wish I lived right down the street from Devon again!) THOSE were the days! Anyway, I'd love to join in the Devon festivities!

Anything going on Monday night?!?!? ;) Will only be staying the one night, I just think this is going to be so much to handle for Diva or my little "drama queen" as we have recently been calling her! :) Only being weaned a month, getting that weanling belly and just all and all looking very much like a weanling in the field (she's living with a pony!) :)

Is there a listing for stall schedules BEFORE we get there?

Also, saw the dressageclinic thing.........do you have to be a member to view all the videos etc? I'm ASSUMING so, but.......???? Also are they doing them LIVE or as an after Devon viewing thing.

So many questions.............

[Fairview Horse Center]

I thought this party was usually on Tuesday night <sigh>

[MagicRoseFarm]

We can party Tueasday nite, we did last year... Its just drinks at check in for monday nite :)

[Oldenburg Mom]

Waaaaaaaah. I won't be there Tuesday night! Waaaaaah.

Big Announcement: I'm packed, the braider is booked, the horses have had their final lessons ... and tomorrow I'm off at 4:15 am (to go to work) then on to ...

<tadaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaa> DEVON!

Joey is in three classes, Tchula in two classes. They all leave tomorrow around 11:00 (probably a little before.) and I need to stop and buy limes and tonic water. Is anyone bringing the Gin? or...should I stop and get GIN and one of you other clowns can pick up the limes and tonic?

WHATever. I'll see you all tomorrow ... in the secy's office. :)

SAFE TRIP EVERYONE! Drive carefully!!!!!!!

Nighty-night.:sleepy:


EEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEHhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhaaaaa aaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaa. Magic Rose, I just saw your post about the artichoke dip. Yum yum yum yum. I'll bring chips and guac. Can someone bring some ice to keep it cold???

OHhhh. Retread!!! I just saw your message .... yes, I'll miss you too!!! You should see the glorious pictures I got of Joey's braids!!! :yes:

[M.K.Smith]

I was hoping I'd be able to come to watch, but it's looking highly unlikely. Good luck to everyone. I hope Elly & Nick show the power of ponies!!!

Please take lots of pics!

[Oldenburg Mom]

Hey does anyone know what tack stores are going to be there? I checked the DAD site and no luck. *sigh*

I need a supplement ...

[omare]

Poor envant-I am exhausted just reading what you have to get done and the miles you have to travel before you show up at Devon! (Any chance Hilltop would have any room for you as they may be somewhat emptied out for Devon?)

[TwinGates]

Why am I having trouble w/the official website? Trying to see class listings but can't find any links other than "What's New". Am I just a computer idiot?

[DownYonder]

Why am I having trouble w/the official website? Trying to see class listings but can't find any links other than "What's New". Am I just a computer idiot?

Here you go -
http://www.dressageatdevon.org/2007breeddaysheets.pdf

[XHalt]

I was browsing online and I saw on http://www.dressageclinic.com/ that it says "watch all international riders & breeding classes on DressageClinic.com." Does anybody know if that mean that they'll have all of the breed classes? Is this the first year that they're doing it?

Does anyone have more info? I couldn't find anything helpful on their website.

[M.K.Smith]

So... anybody have updates for us? I hope everybody is doing well & having fun!

[ljshorses]

So... anybody have updates for us? I hope everybody is doing well & having fun!

Due to the new no bragging rule Mary, no one is allowed to give the results of their own for fear of getting a strike. See the sticky at the beginning of the Sport Horse Breeding Forum. You may want to check over at e-warmbloods or off-course etc... for the results.

[idlemoon]

Can one post results if they were there and had no horse there to show? I spent the day there, took lots of notes, wrote down all the top 10 of the classes but afraid to share for fear of bragging. I can say for once it did not rain and was very bright and warm! I spent some time (and $$) in the wonderful vendors.

Anyone going Wednesday? I will be there to see a stallion that I bred to which I have not yet seen in person.

Good luck to all the COTHer's showing... Lisa

[tarragon]

I can't believe I can't find results for today's classes online anywhere :mad:

If anyone finds results could you please post a link?

[talloaks]

Since they are not using Mary Phelps as the photographer, she isn't listing the results like she has done for years!! That is really too bad, wonder what is going on, anyone know? I think the photographer is the same one who was just at Iron Spring Farms keuring.

[Walnut Farm]

WOW, on day four, and NO results online anywhere? :no:

guess I will have to call my friends there, but when you are in it, it is hard to take notes of the others....

[talloaks]

WOW, on day four, and NO results online anywhere? :no:

guess I will have to call my friends there, but when you are in it, it is hard to take notes of the others....


Unless I've been sleeping Linda, this is only Day 2!!:eek:

[Walnut Farm]

need to get more coffee, :) yes, day two, lol OK then.....I suppose we will see something later...

[eggbutt]

Can someone PM me with any of the results? What a shame nothing is posted yet anywhere!!!

[lorik]

Mary Phelps will be posting results. We sent them to her last night after day one was over. There was a glitch and we had to resend.
Check to see if they're there yet.

[eggbutt]

Thanks Lori! Without thinking I clicked "print" and received all 190 pages!

[talloaks]

Eggbutt, where did you find the results? I don't see anything yet for 2007 results on the DAD website under results. I'm confused.:eek::confused:

[eggbutt]

Eggbutt, where did you find the results? I don't see anything yet for 2007 results on the DAD website under results. I'm confused.:eek::confused:

See Lori's post above mine. www.dressagedaily.com....DAD (http://www.dressagedaily.com....DAD) link near the bottom of the page.

[HFSH]

http://www.horsesdaily.com/news/dressage/2007/07dev/

That's the link :winkgrin:

[talloaks]

Mary Alice sure had her day!!:lol:

[M.K.Smith]

Due to the new no bragging rule Mary, no one is allowed to give the results of their own for fear of getting a strike. See the sticky at the beginning of the Sport Horse Breeding Forum. You may want to check over at e-warmbloods or off-course etc... for the results.


There's more to the DAD than ribbons & bragging, isn't there? ;)

[staceyk]

Hi,

The dressageclinic.com site said to read the newsletter for info on a webcast of devon. I signed up to receive it but no news yet. Did anyone notice anyone filming? I was too focused on the horses to notice...
As far as my results, my gelding was in the usdf championships and finished second--if you start from the bottom, that is ;-). It was an absolutely perfect day, and just so much fun, my sister flew out from Kentucky and my best friends came along to cheer us on.

Erin, this is my personal riding horse and I'm not a breeder.

Stacey

[DownYonder]

Oh, great. They have activated the link to the 2nd day results, but haven't uploaded the PDF yet. It is supposed to be at http://www.horsesdaily.com/news/scoresource/2007/07dev/09-26.pdf .
Hopefully they will get it uploaded sometime today.

Edited to add that they have uploaded the 2nd day results - see above link. It seems that the scores for Maiden Mares are missing, though.

[ASB Stars]

The colt Bien Sir, who was Grand Champion was gorgeous, but I just loved the mare. She is a wonderful find for ISF. The Swedish stud was very attractive, and a lovely mover, of course, as well.

I went over to attend the Scott Hassler forum- it was terrific to hear his perspective which was first, and foremost, about the welfare of the horse. I loved his view on the importance of mares- as much as 70/30 over the studs in the resulting foals. Very informative, and well worth the time!

[talloaks]

I went over to attend the Scott Hassler forum- I loved his view on the importance of mares- as much as 70/30 over the studs in the resulting foals. Very informative, and well worth the time!


I will have to agree with Scott on the importance of mares. Great mares are the secret of a succesful breeding program!!

[Lord Helpus]

Well, my friend Leslie (known as Claudius on COTH)'s yearling colt, Jazz It Up, was second in the open colt class (out of 18) behind the colt that went on to be named Best Young Horse. He is by Corlando/Cor de la Breyer. The mare is a Secretariat line TB.

Leslie did not ask me to post this, nor does she know I am. But, I would like to say Kudos to her for a job well done!!!

The breeder of this lovely colt is a wonderful lady who I do not know, but from all accounts is well liked and respected in the horse community. She owns and stands the nice hunter stallion Magical along with pony stallions(?), and has been very ill with cancer this past year.

Evidently the news that Jazz It Up did so well at Devon has made her month.:yes:

Another case of "The outside of a horse being good for the inside of a man."

[ASB Stars]

That would have to be Carol Lush- who used to stand a TB stud, eons ago, named On The Road- nice hunter stud...I am terribly srryto hear she has been ill. :cry: She is a VERY nice lady! :yes:

[XHalt]

Hi,

The dressageclinic.com site said to read the newsletter for info on a webcast of devon. I signed up to receive it but no news yet. Did anyone notice anyone filming? I was too focused on the horses to notice...


From what I heard, they have been taping. However it's not going to be a webcast which is too bad but rather available on their site in early October. If the HJ world can figure it out, why not dressage. ;)

[ljshorses]

So... anybody have updates for us? I hope everybody is doing well & having fun!


Mary, not trying to start something but you asked on the breeding forum about everybody here on the breeding forum and how they are doing. I am just saying how everyone that showed at Devon, I am sure, would love to share how they are doing but many are afraid to do so for fear of being banned. By asking the question you did makes it hard on all who want to share their news here. I saw many Cothers and many did very, very well. It was a joy to see everyone!!!! It is also a joy to see how well fellow cother's breeding programs have progressed!!! Great day today for American breeders. Many of us breeders have struggled for many years and many generations to produce the offspring that was shown today. And it didn't even rain!!!!! What a day for all.

[lilypondlane]

In all the excitement, I left without getting information about the photographers. If anyone knows, please share! Thanks --

[staceyk]

Hi,

At least one was www.vidalphotography.com, I'm told that phelps was there too, but they have not yet responded to my email (probably still at devon?)...

SEK

[peskee]

http://vidalphotography.com/vidalphotography2_001.htm

[SSFLandon]

So, to be clear..it's not ok to say how you did specifically (using your horses' name or breed etc..)...or what you thought of your horse or the experience? That's a shame...to the breeders, and to the owners. Isn't this forum here so we can share? Well, I am very happy with my first visit and show experience at DAD and I hope others are as well.:D I'll add the drive home was rough...yucky weather!!

[ljshorses]

So, to be clear..it's not ok to say how you did specifically (using your horses' name or breed etc..)...or what you thought of your horse or the experience? That's a shame...to the breeders, and to the owners. Isn't this forum here so we can share? Well, I am very happy with my first visit and show experience at DAD and I hope others are as well.:D I'll add the drive home was rough...yucky weather!!

Unfortunately, yes you are not allowed to name a specific horse or how it did, or what it's breeding is. For an example of what isn't allowed, see this thread http://www.chronicleforums.com/Forum/showthread.php?t=115984

I agree though, what a shame that a few BAD breeders on COTH (ones that went over the line in the bragging dept) mess it up for those who work hard and just want to share the few successes they have had. Also, it sure would be nice to know the breeding that is out there doing well. It would help breeders in planning future crops for marketing and competeing.

[SSFLandon]

Thanks...Got it!!

[M.K.Smith]

How many of the barns were renovated... did they make a lot of progress? I was in one of the renovated barns the first year we went and it was very nice!

[ljshorses]

I was extremely lucky to get in a new barn and wow, I was so impressed. No hammer and nails needed this year. What a wonderful barn. Very nice....boy do I hope for that again next year.

Lori was great as ever, I always was afraid I'd bother her with my silly questions, but as usual she is calm as ever with such hub bub going on, boy I wouldn't be. I really don't know how you do it Lori. If ever you want my help with anything, please just say the word. It must get so crazy taking care of so much.

And, did I mention, no rain!!!!! Of course it didn't rain because this year I came prepared with rain slickers, lol.

[Peg]

I don't know how Lori does it either, but the show is very well run. She and Melanie are wonderful and the volunteers are the best. The renovations were heavenly and the facility is always clean. Thanks Devon staff! My only complaint was the heat. I wither in it and as a result spent a lot of time in front of a fan. I'm looking forward to next year. Peg

[M.K.Smith]

Lori, Melanie, & the crew run a top notch show! I know it takes TONS of hard work, dedication, and volunteers to pull off a show like that! I missed not going this year...

[SSFLandon]

I'll add to the kudos for the office staff at DAD...they were very friendly and easy going. I knowing little about DSHB has a few "dumb" questions and they were very friendly about answering them. I felt very welcomed! :)

[MagicRoseFarm]

Yes Kudos and much appreciation for the staff, and the new stabling is AWESOME!!!

[Apple O'Day]

I was extremely lucky to get in a new barn and wow, I was so impressed. No hammer and nails needed this year.

Yes, I was in a renovated this year too ... and I was very sorry to see some IDIOT had pounded heavy duty staples into the wall ... in order to show off their ribbons. I had to call maintenance to come and remove them. Oh and then SOMEONE ... (not you edgewood) decided to pound nails into the door to display their farm logo. *sigh*

Is it just me ... I'm constantly amazed how self centered and inconsiderate people can be. These are brand-new stalls!!! They wouldn't do this at home,... or would they. :confused::confused::confused::confused:

P.S. Yes, yes yes. Kudos to Lori and Mel et al!!!! They were pleasant and helpful...and I'm sure they were exhausted and just wanted a large drink and to put their feet up. Thank you sooooo much girls, for your really HARD work. ;)

[SSFLandon]

Apple O'Day "and I was very sorry to see some IDIOT had pounded heavy duty staples into the wall ... in order to show off their ribbons. I had to call maintenance to come and remove them. Oh and then SOMEONE ... (not you edgewood) decided to pound nails into the door to display their farm logo. *sigh*



Apple, not to be disrespectful to the new stalls or Devon but, people are going to advertise their farms by hanging banners, signs, etc....I am sure management knows this. I don't think it's something one can complain about unless management has said no staples or nails. The stalls were very nice but, these are things that are expected when hosting shows.

[peskee]

We were told "no staples or nails. We have big farm signs and we hung them without using any nails or staples.......baler twine is the name of the game. We also use tables and easels. We had to remove nails ,screws and staples from the inside and outside of the stalls we were in. Our stalls were the new ones and it was absolutely delightful not to have to worry about our mares foals and young horses. It is the responsibility of us all to work hard to keep these stalls in good shape. If not the old stalls will be our future. We all need to make a conscious effort to leave the stalls as good as or better then we found them. My hat goes off to all who have made DAD another successful year especially Lori!!!!!!

[SSFLandon]

I was not told no nails or staples but, I only used a few staples when my mare tore her yellow sign off the stall...but, again...it's hard to set up at times without those items...I do hope the new barns stay in nice shape with all the shows that take place.

[Fairview Horse Center]

Fun Tak (available from most office supply stores) will not damage wood. Great for putting up signs and fliers. http://www.teachersparadise.com/c/product_info.php/products_id/28272

[YankeeLawyer]

It would not even occur to me to put nails or staples in someone else's new stalls. Would people do that at home?

[Peg]

Some exhibitors may not think of the things that they need to hang their items, or maybe the habit is ingrained. I suggest that all of us that plan to go to a show make a mental note of equipment that they need and put it in a container to be left in a trailer. I am still making notes and this is my 6th year of showing. I wouldn't go as far as calling someone an idiot, however. We all need to be mindful of what we leave behind at a show and what damage we do to the facility. Plan to put velcro, twine or hangers that can be used without nails. I found some wonderful hangers that hang from the stall wall that are long enough to hang bridles, coats or such comfortably. I even hung a fan with one. Since I personally think twine is ugly, I found hangers that are adjustable and safe. Just think about what you need for next year as you clean and repack your items for your trailer. My main facility, the Kentucky Horse Park, has so many staples on the stall doors and really is sad. Interestingly enough though, it is not the exhibitors that are guilty, it is the person putting up the stall assignments! I have suggested that the Horse Park make the show responsible for removal. We can all work harder to keep our facilities in good shape. :cool:

[Texarkana]

You know, it's not the nails/staples/screws on the OUTSIDE of the stalls that bother me so much. Most of them are out of access to the horses, or at least easily seen so they can be removed.

What kills me is how much hardware people put INSIDE of their stalls designated as tack stalls. Seems like no fail, I always get someone's old tack stall with nails and screws sticking out everywhere. And usually, even in a well-lit barn it's hard to see the nails hiding in the shadows of the stalls.

What did Devon do about that in the newly renovated barns? Did the "no nails" rule apply to the tack stalls?

[Clarion]

What did Devon do about that in the newly renovated barns? Did the "no nails" rule apply to the tack stalls?

Apparently that rule is being ignored.We were in one of the beautiful renovated barns. There were several nails all over the stall I had assigned as a tack stall and one of our horses stalls had nails inside the walls right at eye(horse eye) level. People complain bitterly about stalls not being safe at Devon then turn around and start defiling these lovely new barns as well. It's a shame.:no:

The new barns are fabulous and I hope they stay that way and that the Devon people renovate the rest of the facility that way. It was such a relief not to have to worry about a foal getting trapped in the slats or a horse next to you knocking down a flimsy wall. It made for a much more enjoyable show!

I'd like to add my thanks to Lori, Melanie and all the DAD people. They put on a wonderful show, are so friendly and helpful and make it an enjoyable experience for all involved. Hats off to them!

[ljshorses]

Fun Tak (available from most office supply stores) will not damage wood. Great for putting up signs and fliers. http://www.teachersparadise.com/c/product_info.php/products_id/28272

Great idea! Do you know how well it works for hanging farm banners etc...?

[dressage72]

Oh the staff at Devon! Lori and Melanie awesome of COURSE as usual! Kudos to your LATE LATE LATE LATE *going on forever* night Monday night getting us all in and to that guy in the pink hat (can't remember his name) who SO nicely helped me find a new stall.

My girl got scheduled in one of the top barns and there was NOT A SOUL in there when I got to Devon Monday night. I could not leave a 4 month old weanling in a barn alone all night and they nicely helped me find a new stall....................................AND...... .....

It ended up in the new BARN! Barn 16 HOLY crap how nice it was! I was stabled down from Wendy and had a wonderful woman across from me that had a tack stall (and a lovely Trakehner gelding) and she played soft music (my girl fell asleep in her lovely stall with DROOL coming out she was so comfortable with the music!)

Anyway, I was SO impressed with how helpful everybody was EVEN when I felt like I was being an anal brat (OK I didn't want my filly to jump out being alone.....just cause right?) ;)

I can't PRAISE those new stalls enough! I wouldn't have THOUGHT to even hang a tack in those new stalls! I cringed when I had to staple my stall card on the stall door! ;)

[SSFLandon]

Texekana, I agree with you on the inside of the stall issue. I never hang nails really at all...but, inside never. Staples are used at pretty much every show including DAD. My yellow stall name was stapled to my stall and that would have been by DAD people.....It is very annoying to find the inside of stalls with nails when there are plenty of other ways to hang items.

[Fairview Horse Center]

Great idea! Do you know how well it works for hanging farm banners etc...?

I have used Fun Tak for putting up large signs (3' x 3') on thick display poster board, and some smaller wooden signs. My banner is on a rope (like a rope curtain rod), so it ties to the top of a stall, or window bars, or the frame of a sliding door. I imagine with a large piece of Fun Tak, I could hold up the rope, but it probably would not stick well to just fabric, not sure.

[Oldenburg Mom]

Yes, I was in a renovated this year too ... and I was very sorry to see some IDIOT had pounded heavy duty staples into the wall ... in order to show off their ribbons. I had to call maintenance to come and remove them. Oh and then SOMEONE ... (not you edgewood) decided to pound nails into the door to display their farm logo. *sigh*

Is it just me ... I'm constantly amazed how self centered and inconsiderate people can be. These are brand-new stalls!!! They wouldn't do this at home,... or would they. :confused::confused::confused::confused:

P.S. Yes, yes yes. Kudos to Lori and Mel et al!!!! They were pleasant and helpful...and I'm sure they were exhausted and just wanted a large drink and to put their feet up. Thank you sooooo much girls, for your really HARD work. ;)

Errrrr. Emmmmm. *ahem* This was me! :uhoh::uhoh::uhoh::uhoh::uhoh:

I was playing on someone's computer, typed in a post, hit post ... then realised I hadn't logged in ... logged out... then realised I couldn't go back and erase the post and RE-POST under my own name.

Mea culpa, mea culpa, mea maxima culpa.

AND, just to clear it up, those staples and clothesline etc., were INSIDE the stall!!! Not outside. We had to remove half a dozen or so ... plus a bucket eye-hook at horse eye level! What the heckwere they thinking!!!

People complain bitterly about stalls not being safe at Devon then turn around and start defiling these lovely new barns as well. It's a shame.CLarion, EXACTLY what I was thinking. WHy can't people figure this out for themselves???

[staceyk]

Well, I'm not big on name-calling but what would you call someone who complains about the condition of a facility and then proceeds to ruin the newly renovated stalls? If you have the foresight to bring the items to be hanged, you should have the foresight to bring safe materials to install it. Otherwise leave it in the van and do without, or make a run to the nearby Kmart.

Safety is, or should be, the first concern, and "force of habit" is no excuse.

I work at a university and recently our old victorian library was renovated. I blanched when I saw the gorgeous leather chairs and pristine hardwood tables, but one year later students have so far respected and appreciated the new facilities. So at least some Devon participants can't show the same respect that 19 year olds seem capable of?

I have been to Devon as a participant exactly once, and it was in the old stalls. My hauler very kindly pounded down the nails he found before my yearling even set foot inside. We marvelled at the lack of consideration of others, and the idea that SO MANY people are that short-sighted w/regard to future animals inhabiting the stall. If it's not idiocy it is something close to it.

My .02, Stacey

[Oldenburg Mom]

Well, I'm not big on name-calling ...

Yes, and you're right here... let's just say the individuals were inconsiderate. Is that a little better?

[ljshorses]

I love the idea of the of using the tacky stuff. I had often thought about hanging a farm banner and putting up some sale info but pounding nails didn't agree with me. I also like the rope ends attached to the banner idea. Thanks Fairview, I am going to incorporate these things in my show trailer for next year. I would love to know where you get your farm banners made too? Any suggestions for a first timer at farm bannering, lol?

[lorik]

Hi Everyone.
I’m back at work now (my day job) and have had some time to reflect on the show. First, I’d like to congratulate each and every competitor who showed their horses in the incredibly stifling heat. With that kind of weather, tempers could have been short, but without fail, each and every person was cheerful and respectful.

There were glitches on Wednesday, when the arenas were changed for a couple of classes, but the changes made for a safer environment, so I guess that the confusion was a small price to pay.

The newly renovated barns are, indeed, wonderful and I hope that everyone who inhabits them in the future will continue to respect the space and try to keep it in nice condition. I felt terrible when I had to use a thumbtack to put a note up in one of the new barns. I didn’t want to poke a hole in the new boards. I saw a few advertising posters that were stapled to the wall with 6 staples in each sheet of paper. That’s a little overkill! They were still there long after the occupant had left. The time it takes for the maintenance staff to pull staples out of the walls could be better spent fixing other things on the grounds.

The Devon Horse Show Foundation is trying to raise the money to eventually renovate all of the stalls, but it will take time. If anyone out there has a few bucks that they can spare, I suggest you contact them and earmark your donation to the stall renovation campaign. There were trifold fliers in each of the competitor’s bags explaining how to go about it. Yes, sponsoring a barn would be a LOT of money, but small donations add up. It would be nice, one year not to have anybody in a ‘crusty old stall’ (as it says in the flyer). It’s going to take all of us to make that happen and it’s going to take all of us to make sure that the renovated stalls stay as nice as possible.

My thanks to all of you for all of your kind words. Dressage at Devon is a labor of love for me. Going there each year is like a family reunion. I see people there (volunteers, sponsors, staff, and competitors) who I only see once each year, but each and every one of them is like a member of my extended family.

Lastly, if any of you out there has suggestions for improvements, or would like to become a member of the committee who actually makes this wonderful show happen, please contact me. I’d love to hear from you.

Warmest regards,
Lori

[talloaks]

Fun Tak (available from most office supply stores) will not damage wood. Great for putting up signs and fliers. http://www.teachersparadise.com/c/product_info.php/products_id/28272


Darlyn, why is this forbidden from this server??? I'd sure like to see what you are refering to!!:confused:

[Kimberlee]

I love the idea of the of using the tacky stuff. I had often thought about hanging a farm banner and putting up some sale info but pounding nails didn't agree with me. I also like the rope ends attached to the banner idea. Thanks Fairview, I am going to incorporate these things in my show trailer for next year. I would love to know where you get your farm banners made too? Any suggestions for a first timer at farm bannering, lol?

A great idea for sale info is to have a notebook on a table. You can use the page protectors to give your flyers more protection, and by being a notebook (three-ring binder type) the flyers won't start flying away. On the front of the binder you can insert a page that says "Horses for Sale" (or whatever) and then you can print out your most up to date info on each horse with photos before each show and update your notebook.

[DownYonder]

Does the Fun Tack ALWAYS come off with the flyer or poster, or does some of it remain on the walls? What happens if a horse licks it off?

Don't get me wrong, it infuriates me to get to a show and find our stalls covered with nails, staples, etc., but I would also be concerned about bits of tacky stuff adhering to the walls where a mouthy horse could get to it.

[MagicRoseFarm]

I was also in the new stalls and they were awesome. It had never occured to me that they would have been able to accomplish so much renovation since last year. I was one who used staples for display material, not knowing there was any rules not to.

Ty for the additional ideas on how to avoid them in the future!

[Oldenburg Mom]

I was one who used staples for display material, not knowing there was any rules not to.

I wasn't talking about you, MRF!!! You know that,... right? No, the staples I was referring to were the ones that you need a HAMMER to get in the wall. They are a U shape, with pointy ends,...not just a regular staple from a staple gun.

*sigh* I probably should have just not mentioned anything at all. *sigh*

[MagicRoseFarm]

I know Omom, and I purposefully use the shortest ones I can find, but I am feeling guilty. Although I pulled all the ones we used for our stall curtains, I did forget to take down our flyers :) so I am feelin' guilty anyway :)

[lorik]

MRF,
I wasn't trying to 'out' anyone. And I was not aware that there were any rules about staples in the new barns. If I had been, it would have been posted in the office. As someone pointed out, the stall cards were stapled in place. I was only trying to make a point that it's up to everyone who uses the property to try to leave it the same (or better) than you found it.
Lori

[staceyk]

Yes, and you're right here... let's just say the individuals were inconsiderate. Is that a little better?

Yep, the "i" word is not really accurate and is incendiary -- no dummies in the breeding world as far as I can tell, or at least not at this level. To phrase it differently, w/regard to Devon stalls competitors may need to exercise consideration, thoughtfulness, and community-mindedness.

Nuf said!

[Oldenburg Mom]

Yep, the "i" word is not really accurate and is incendiary -- no dummies in the breeding world as far as I can tell, or at least not at this level. To phrase it differently, w/regard to Devon stalls competitors may need to exercise consideration, thoughtfulness, and community-mindedness.

Nuf said!

Yes, correct, staceyk. Absolutely.

[peskee]

Look at our girl Lori.......and who is that good lookin hunk of man with her.......Kudos..... I must say Lori you are gorgeous........
http://dressagedaily.com/2007/dd_200709/dd_20070920.html

[lorik]

Thanks, Peskee.
That hunk of a man with me is my hubby. I talked him into coming up one year for the Saturday night performance. He prefers to stay at home and take care of all the critters. :yes: That's what allows me to do so many shows each year. He's very understanding and supportive.

[Fairview Horse Center]

The Fun Tak is safe for kids, and it does come off easily. Similar to silly putty, but stickier. Not sure why it is not opening. It was just a link to a site that sells it. I have even hung wall clocks with it.

My banner is home made :uhoh: so not sure if anyone will make one like that. I made it just for Devon, but it also worked at Lexington. I just used heavy material, and hemmed it top and bottom around a rope by hand one evening while watching a movie. I made felt letters and used fabric glue. Not fancy, but it is a banner. If you look close, you can see the ropes top and bottom tied off to the window bars. I have also used it lower to the side, just tied between 2 windows.

I use the binder as well for photos and information. You can see it on the little decorated table, just inside the doorway.