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  • #121
    Actually, there IS a perfect horse event going on May 13, 2 of them, actually. Fox Chase Farm in M'burg has one of their big schooling shows (not 'big' like Upperville, but not a bitsy dusty show, either). Ditto Warrenton Hunter Classic series at W'ton Horse Show Grounds. Both are quality sch. show series'. Not rated stuff like Devon, exactly, but entertaining enough for this crew ... Just an idea.
    * www.huntersrest.net -- Virginia hunt country's best Bed-and-Breakfast-and-Barn.

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      #122
      Originally posted by Hunter's Rest
      JSwan will dictate the attire. I vote for dirty jeans and paddock boots, tidy shirt, hair brushed or cap-covered ....
      Another vote for same.

      Originally posted by Hunter's Rest
      Actually, there IS a perfect horse event going on May 13, 2 of them, actually. Fox Chase Farm in M'burg has one of their big schooling shows (not 'big' like Upperville, but not a bitsy dusty show, either).
      Hmmmmm. <KT's ears perk up.> I THINK this is one of the schooling shows we were considering taking Omnipotent to. THINKING, mind you, THINKING. Would it be fun if we were there ... ? I mean, at least we'd have a drafted cheering group, right? <KT looks to see if she has broken some unwritten VA-horse-law.>
      "For God hates utterly
      The bray of bragging tongues."
      Sophocles, Antigone Spoken by the Leader of the Chorus of Theban Elders

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      • #123
        Sounds like we have a plan - and HR - I need to bring my "free" horse from hell to that walking trail ride on June 3rd. For those who don't know me - just follow the sound of screaming - that'll be me on the "free horse". He's a good boy - just exuberant.

        I'm easy as to where we meet - as long as it's out here and not in Occupied Virginia (the metro area). I'll wear my best jeans and least stained baseball cap. in O'Mom's honor.
        Brothers and sisters, I bid you beware
        Of giving your heart to a dog to tear.
        -Rudyard Kipling

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        • #124
          So what is it looking like? Are we meeting at a show, rest, . . .?

          Let me know some concrete details so I can start putting everything together!

          Oh and can I give a Woohoo to the rain that is coming down right now! So very nice!
          Grab mane and kick on!

          http://www.ashleykriegeleventing.com/

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          • #125
            So we can bring a few tables to a show and do pot luck?

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            • #126
              Fairview- I think that sounds like a great idea! Can I put a vote in for Foxchase. But that is purely selfish reasons.
              Grab mane and kick on!

              http://www.ashleykriegeleventing.com/

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              • #127
                Darlyn,

                You have a good farrier, but he certainly isn't a QUIET farrier!!!

                Sincerely,
                his long-suffering daughter

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                • #128
                  Yeah, but that is what my son says about me too. and of course, you know THAT can't be right

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                  • #129
                    I'll ring in on the May 13th get together. Either place works for me. I have all sorts of tables that I can bring and will take requests on food.

                    Betsy, Any chance there might be horses available for Mr. Earthto and I for June 3rd. I was actually thinking JSwan should bring her freebie and let Earthto ride him and teach him about stopping. I'll take anything available.

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                    • #130
                      Walking trail ride, sounds like just my speed. I couldn't find any details in the thread.
                      If I do come, can I beg someone's assistance? There are a few things I can't do without help, like load and mount. My repaired ankle is still giving me problems.
                      I wasn't always a Smurf
                      Penmerryl's Sophie RIDSH
                      "I ain't as good as I once was but I'm as good once as I ever was"
                      The ignore list is my friend. It takes 2 to argue.

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                      • #131
                        Oh, CarolPrudm - I have a step-DOWN mounting block (its seriously tall, 3 steps up), so don't worry about mounting ... just get someone to help you load.
                        PiedPiper - Count me in for May 13 Fox Chase show. Perfect. Potluck lunch. Think they have tables. Let's organize a time once OMom sort of knows what divisions she's in, etc. Great idea. PP you're in charge of menu (?) Some bring sandwiches-fried chicken, some bring drinx, some bring sides, some bring cookies? Maybe I'll bring my young horse to school and hang out, too.
                        Xrab-- Great idea for JSwan. She can bring 2, one for her, one for your handsome Mr. Xrab. You can ride your old friend X.
                        Line forms behind Xrab for spare rides from Hunter's Rest.
                        * www.huntersrest.net -- Virginia hunt country's best Bed-and-Breakfast-and-Barn.

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                        • #132
                          I will be bringing my greenie i think as well.

                          Okay, just need to start getting definite names of those that are interested.

                          PLEASE PT me your email address if you are even THINKING you'd like to come. I will put together an Evite that can be used to stay up to date and to figure out food. Don't want everyone bringing the same thing.

                          I know I will add any horse people i have email addresses to, just in case, plus I like bothering them.

                          So send me your lists!!!!
                          Grab mane and kick on!

                          http://www.ashleykriegeleventing.com/

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                          • #133
                            Originally posted by Fairview Horse Center
                            Yeah, but that is what my son says about me too. and of course, you know THAT can't be right
                            I suppose we should be grateful we aren't charged by the word, then!

                            BTW, your website and foal shots are very impressive--as we have some of the same foundation bloodlines, we should both enjoy a pat on the back--who knew 20+ years ago we'd still be at it. Although you've got to stop making the Farrier jealous--last year he claimed he wouldn't breed anymore after another difficult foaling--this year he's back to breeding two mares. I don't know where we'll put two more horses....Maybe he'll have to move to Virginia!

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                            • #134
                              Seriously - EarthTo can ride a crotch rocket? Or I can ride the crotch rocket and he can ride my beloved Opie - the draft cross. Seriously - let me know because we can work something out. The horse isn't bad - he's a lovely, well mannered, well trained horse now that I've got his ulcers and feet fixed and 100lbs on him - he just gets excited in large groups. A walking trail ride is perfect for him.

                              Now watch - Opie will be a lunatic and the crotch rocket will be a cow pony. Sigh..... Seriously - I've got two horses, no matter how big my ass gets, it still just fills up one saddle.

                              ok - I'm up for the 13th and for the June 3rd trail ride. Xrab and I can work out the extra horse thing - to be honest I'd like to get both of them out and it would be great for an experienced rider to hack out the Appendix while I rode Opie - or vice versa.

                              And carol - you know better than to ask!! Since when to fellow foxhunters not give each other a helping hand!!!

                              Attached is a very bad picture of the two horses last summer - pardon the mess. Free horse on left, Opie on the right.
                              Last edited by JSwan; Jun. 1, 2007, 03:41 PM.
                              Brothers and sisters, I bid you beware
                              Of giving your heart to a dog to tear.
                              -Rudyard Kipling

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                              • #135
                                Betsy, I will be delighted to ride my old friend, X. He is a lovely boy. I even have my own saddle now, if tack is an issue.

                                J, we will be at the Old Dominion races tomorrow if you want to drop by and meet us. We will be on the 5th row in a big blue Dakota with X-RAB plates. Both your boys look very nice too. Earthto can definitely ride your Crotch Rocket. His favorite crotch rocket was sold and he sorely misses Canada.

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                                • #136
                                  X-rab - I'm working on the fu***ing barn tomorrow (will it ever be done!?) so I won't be at the races. But EarthTo is welcome to ride the Appendix. I really like this horse and if he like TB types, this fits the bill - but he's got more of a QH brain. I've got all the tack he needs - my only concern would be stirrup width. If he has his own saddle and fittings - he's welcome to use his own saddle - crotch rocket takes a mediumish tree.

                                  We can PT each other with contact info, ok?

                                  And if EarthTo is looking for a good horse, I may know of one for sale for a decent price - first flight draft cross foxhunter, sound and sane. I don't know if the owners have decided to sell or not but if you're interested, I'll keep you in mind.
                                  Brothers and sisters, I bid you beware
                                  Of giving your heart to a dog to tear.
                                  -Rudyard Kipling

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                                  • #137
                                    I would love to attend the walking trail ride, but would need to bum a ride: anyone from the Leesburg/Purcellville/Lovettsville/Waterford areas planning to attend and have a space in their trailer?

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                                      #138
                                      Originally posted by A. P.
                                      I would love to attend the walking trail ride, but would need to bum a ride: anyone from the Leesburg/Purcellville/Lovettsville/Waterford areas planning to attend and have a space in their trailer?
                                      That'd be me! Yes, I have space. Stock trailer... 16 feet long. Hauling with my SERIOUSLY better hauling machine--GMC 2500 HD. Sure you can have a lift ... just a contribution on the gas...since it hit $2.75 at my local rip-off joint.


                                      IMPORTANT QUESTION: The 13th May horse show. DO THEY ALLOW STALLIONS TO COMPETE? If not, ... well, Omni can't go.
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                                      Last edited by Oldenburg Mom; Apr. 7, 2006, 07:18 PM.
                                      "For God hates utterly
                                      The bray of bragging tongues."
                                      Sophocles, Antigone Spoken by the Leader of the Chorus of Theban Elders

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                                      • #139
                                        Originally posted by Hunter's Rest
                                        Oh, CarolPrudm - I have a step-DOWN mounting block (its seriously tall, 3 steps up), so don't worry about mounting ... just get someone to help you load.
                                        PiedPiper - Count me in for May 13 Fox Chase show. Perfect. Potluck lunch. Think they have tables. Let's organize a time once OMom sort of knows what divisions she's in, etc. Great idea. PP you're in charge of menu (?) Some bring sandwiches-fried chicken, some bring drinx, some bring sides, some bring cookies? Maybe I'll bring my young horse to school and hang out, too.
                                        Xrab-- Great idea for JSwan. She can bring 2, one for her, one for your handsome Mr. Xrab. You can ride your old friend X.
                                        Line forms behind Xrab for spare rides from Hunter's Rest.
                                        OK, Where and when?
                                        I can't push off on my left foot so mounting and dismounting are really ugly.
                                        I wasn't always a Smurf
                                        Penmerryl's Sophie RIDSH
                                        "I ain't as good as I once was but I'm as good once as I ever was"
                                        The ignore list is my friend. It takes 2 to argue.

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                                          #140
                                          BUMP.
                                          "For God hates utterly
                                          The bray of bragging tongues."
                                          Sophocles, Antigone Spoken by the Leader of the Chorus of Theban Elders

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