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Don't forget about the Fall Show Scholarships!
Applications for the Fall Show Scholarships are open!
Juniors and Amateurs don't miss this opportunity; there is a scholarship for EVERY SHOW- the deadline is August 1st!
You can find the application form here: https://loom.ly/HPyEudE
Next show on the books!! Who’s in??
ℝ𝔼𝕊𝔼ℝ𝕍𝔸𝕋𝕀𝕆ℕ𝕊 𝔸ℝ𝔼 𝕆ℙ𝔼ℕ 𝔽𝕆ℝ ℝℂ𝔼𝔼 𝕀𝕀𝕀:
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Murieta Equestrian Center
⭐️ 2024 SAHJA Tie Breaker Show
⭐️$1,000 Open Hunter Derby 2’6”
⭐️$1,000 Jr/Am Hunter Hunter Derby 2’6”
Email [email protected] to reserve your spots— all horses both stalled and haul in must have a reservation in addition to en entry. Trainers please reserve on behalf of your clients.
Prizelist now available on Rivercityequestrianevents.com
Online entries at ringradar.com
🌟Flashback Friday🌟
How it all started for me……
My first horse, Canadian Mist aka Misty (I’m 5/6yrs)
My first pony, Chuckee E Cheese (I’m 7yrs)
The pony that jump started my riding career Teddee Ruxpin aka the BEST pony ever (I’m 8yrs)
These three taught me so much much and has lead me to where I am today. Anyone remember the “BBC Pony Challenge”?! Miss those days. I’m so Grateful to have such amazing animals in my life.
We had so much fun at our Summer Camp this year!! What a great bunch of kids. Everyone wanting to learn and ride. Thank you for the help from my barn moms and other camp counselors. We had such a great week we might have to do this again soon!! Go Team Legacy Farm!!
Some pics of some of the kids at camp this week!! I missing two. Sorry I did get them. But I will tomorrow!! So far it’s been such a great week! Dr Victoria spent the entire day with us today. And we all learned so much!! Looking forward to tomorrow!
I asked everyone to make “Goal Boards” for this month! Just got my first one in and I LOVE it!! We are hanging them in their tack trunks for the month! So exciting! It’s good to have short and long term goals for yourself. 💙
Super fun week All the horses were amazing. Everyone went home a winner and new knowledge with things to work on! Special shout out to for her debut show on Atticus Finch finishing up strong and looking ahead to the next show. Congratulations on the arrival of her new horse Special Fight (thank you ) & Ryker won a tough Ammy Eq Flat and Pleasure. Heather’s young gelding, Quentin continues his learning in the 2’ like a star. And my own 3yo Diamo’s D’Aria made her show debut in the walk trot bringing home top ribbons in both classes. And we can’t forget Heather and the perfect Watson taking home numerous ribbons in the Long Stirrup among great competitors. It was a fun filled week packed with lots of learning. Thank you to the entire RCEE Team for an amazing shows including a special “Ask the Judge” night featuring the fabulous and of course we can’t forget for the great course designing. And we couldn’t have done any of it without Angel and Martin the BEST grooms out there!! Can’t wait to get to Beach Party next month to test everything we learned 💙
Lastly thanks to for all your help as well.
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Peter refused to stay in the RV while we went to dinner! Now he won’t stop staring at us! 🤣🤣 can you find him??
Horses are all settled in at Let’s show!!!
Welcome to Trainer Tuesday! Each week we ask trainers a question and gather their answers for you. These trainers have a range of experience, backgrounds, and focus points of their programs, so the answers have as much variation as you would expect and also probably much more similarity. This week....
So fun!!!
Welcome to Trainer Tuesday! Each week we ask trainers a question and gather their answers for you. These trainers have a range of experience, backgrounds, and focus points of their programs, so the answers have as much variation as you would expect and also probably much more similarity. This week...
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The River City Scholarship comes with over $1,000 in donated products as well as a $500 gift certificate towards 2024 RCEE classes!!
We are just about 10 days away from our April 1st deadline for scholarships. If you have not applied yet, what are you waiting for???
Head to our website rivercityequestrianevents.com/scholarship.html to apply.
Reserve your spot soon!! Limited availability. Going to be so much fun!!!
‘I want to just ride’ - Say this to any seasoned professional in the game and they will look at you like ‘Oh honey’ 😂
You have to learn to be a rider, groom, horseman/women, business owner, lead a team, handle clients and alongside all this you’ve still got to muck out and pick a broom up until you can earn enough money to have someone help you do this whilst you are doing something else to earn this said money.
‘I want to just ride’ doesn’t exist and if you see someone doing that you have no idea how hard they worked to get in that position. So get sweeping my friend ♥️
People always asked “Why do you pay so much money for your kid to do sports”? Well I have a confession to make; I don’t pay for my kid to to do sports. Personally, I couldn’t care less about what sport she does.
So, if I am not paying for sports what am I paying for?
- I pay for those moments when my kid becomes so tired she wants to quit but doesn’t.
- I pay for those days when my kid comes home from school and is “too tired” to go to her training but she goes anyway.
- I pay for my kid to learn to be disciplined, focused and dedicated.
- I pay for my kid to learn to take care of her body and learn how to correctly fuel her body for success.
- I pay for my kid to learn to work with others and to be a good team mate, gracious in defeat and humble in success.
- I pay for my kid to learn to deal with disappointment, when they don’t get that placing or title they’d hoped for, but still they go back week after week giving it their best shot.
- I pay for my kid to learn to make and accomplish goals.
- I pay for my kid to respect, not only themselves, but others, officials, judges and coaches.
- I pay for my kid to learn that it takes hours and hours, years and years of hard work and practice to create a champion and that success does not happen overnight.
- I pay for my kid to be proud of small achievements, and to work towards long term goals.
- I pay for the opportunity my child has and will have to make life-long friendships, create lifelong memories, to be as proud of her achievements as I am.
- I pay so that my child can be in the gym instead of in front of a screen...
- I pay for those rides home where we make precious memories talking about practice, both good and bad.
-I pay so that my child can learn the importance of time management and balancing what is important like school and keeping grades up
..I could go on but, to be short, I don’t pay for sports; I pay for the opportunities that sports provides my kid with to develop attributes that will serve her well throughout her life and give her the opportunity to bless the lives of others. From what I have seen so far I think it is a great investment!
- Author unknown
Congrats on a great 2023 SAHJA Show Season!!! Highlights:
Jill & Ryker Senior Pleasure Champions
Sienna & Conor 6th Children’s Hunters
Sienna & Stitch 3rd Low Child Hunters
Jenn & Mazel 3rd Senior Pleasure
Hadley & Crosby 6th Pony Hunters
Lulu got a participation award for walk/trot
Maci & Cash 8th Low Child Hunters
We had a great time at the Banquet. Heather and Rori came to see what SAHJA was all about and excited to go to their first show soon. Found out this morning two girls weren’t going to be able to attend but I was able to find an extra ticket for Hadley so she and Lulu could attend last minute! We came home with lots of prizes and Heather was a BIG raffle winner as well! Looking forward to a successful start to 2024 at NWC in a couple weeks!! Congratulations everyone!! Keep up the hard work. Can’t wait to see what you all can do this year!! 🦾🦾
More details will be coming soon, but here's a save the date for this year's show. Please help us spread the word!!
Here’s a start to our calendar for 2024!! 😍⭐️
Is this a new team?!?! O’Ryan taking a ride on Tango today! So cute!!!
Happy Halloween from our ponies to yours!!! Be safe out there
Ten things I want my kids to know:
1. Happiness is a lot of work. You can’t be lazy or entitled to achieve it.
2. You will make mistakes and they will only define you if you give it that kind of power. If the lesson is learned, the mistake is worth it. It’s your choice whether or not it wins. You are not a prisoner to your past and you are allowed to grow.
3. The world owes you nothing. It does not care who you are, where you come from or what you think you deserve. Everything you achieve will have to come from your own dedication to what you love. It will not be handed to you easily.
4. People do not get to tell you who you are. Make peace with your own soul and give no one the power to tell you that you’re something you’re not. Know who you are and be okay when others do not understand you.
5. Work hard. Never go into anything with half your heart. Respect is earned by how you did the job and not the title by your name.
6. Show up for your people. No matter what has happened, show up. That’s what people will remember about you in the end of all of this.
7. Choose grace for others and for yourself. No one gets it right. You won’t either. Bitterness is the anchor to the soul but grace sets you free.
8. Have fun. Be adventurous. None of us are getting out of this alive so make the time you have count with the people who actually matter.
9. Laugh in the good times and the bad. Your sense of humor and your ability to take a punch will set a strong foundation of stability.
10. Love God. He’s the most consistent thing you’ll ever have.
Join us for a free course designing clinic Wednesday, OCTOBER 11 before the Brookside Fall Finale show with nationally known and acclaimed Course Designer Mr. Chris Coleman will discuss building courses for the Hunter/Jumper/Equitation riders and trainers.
LOTS OF WAYS TO WIN AND PLAY at The Brookside Fall Finale show, October 12 – 15, 2023 at the Brookside Equestrian Park in Elk Grove, Ca.
All the fun is here at Brookside Equestrian Park • Elk Grove, Ca. Show premiums and more details here:https://brooksideshowpark.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/01/Fall-Finale-HP-2023-WEB.pdf
Make Them Carry Their Saddle
A father of a darling girl and I were talking last week and he said that he wanted his daughter to ride more and not have to do the work part of the catching, grooming, and saddling. I smiled as I explained.
Riding horses is a combination of strength, timing, and balance. Kids in this country are physically weak (unless they are actively involved with weight training and physical conditioning 4+ times a week.)
When you walk out to the field, you are clearing your stress from being under fluorescent lights all day; feeling the sun soak into your bones. As your body moves on uneven surfaces, it strengthens your legs and core.
When you groom your horse (especially currying), you are toning your arms and stabilizing your core.
When you carry your saddle, your arms, chest, and back are doing isolated strengthening work.
Being near horses, calms and makes you tune into the splendor of these empathetic animals.
When you ride at a posting trot, it’s equivalent to a slow jog calorie burn wise.
After a lesson, the riders are physically tired and mentally quiet and balanced.
Horses feel your heart beat and mirror your emotions back.
Riding large and somewhat unpredictable animals makes you resilient and pushes your expectations.
Working with horses is so much more than learning how to ride.
So parents, make your children carry their saddles. Don’t do the hard parts for them, as long term it actually hurts them. To advance with their riding, they must get stronger. You can help by doing the high parts.
I love having you all at the farm, and am so grateful to get to share these fascinating animals with you.
Campbell Zapletal
I DID NOT KNOW... by Alissa Kelly
I did not know a horse could bring people into your life that end up meaning the most to you.
I did not know a horse could make the hardest days of your life bearable.
I did not know a horse could teach you to put others first.
I did not know a horse could remind you time and time again that your gut is always right.
I did not know a horse could break your heart.
I did not know a horse could pick you up when you have fallen apart.
I did not know a horse could teach you to dream again, after you thought it was not possible.
I did not know a horse could make you believe in yourself.
I did not know a horse could teach responsibility, work ethic, and dedication.
I did not know a horse could make you believe in something when no one else does.
I did not know a horse could make you learn to forgive and forget.
I did not know a horse could humble you faster than you can say humble.
I did not know a horse could make you a winner.
I did not know a horse could also teach you how to lose gracefully.
I did not know a horse could instill patience in you.
I did not know a horse could make you listen better.
I did not know a horse could give you their heart.
I did not know a horse could change your life.
I did not know a horse could do all these things...
but now I know. ❤️❤️
2’6 Machine!!!! Just up for your consideration. Current kid has grown out of him. Perfect step up horse for the inbetween. Can do walk/trot through 2’6-9’. Auto changes. 10yr old Trakhnaer/paint 16hds. Perfect first horse! Painted Eclipse was champion at his last show in the 2’Hunters and 2’6’ Hunters with two different riders. Can do jumpers, hunters, Eq. You name it! PM for more info. L or S
Oh Jax!!! He is ALL about his cuddle time! When I’m wondering where the kids are because they are late for their lesson….. and I get these pics texted to me! 💙 This baby mustang has a HUGE heart. We all just love him!
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I already considered my baby boy, Conor, a unicorn. But this solidifies his status!! The Friday shenanigans got a little WILD today. @si.enna_eq & @katie_hoya were convinced they could reset this jump from their horses! 🤦🏻♀️🤣🤣 The things these amazing creatures put up with never ceases to amaze me. We have THE BEST horses!! #horses #unicorns #horsesofinstagram #jumpers #equestrian #fun #smile #besthorsesever #friday #friyay #sunshine #stuntriders #hunters #horseshowprep #legacyfarm
Sienna helping get Ryker ready for my mom for Fall Finale @brookside_show_park I think he is ready to go!! Mom & Ryker looking forward to the Madden Xrail Medal Finals!! #LFmostwanted #mustang #horse #horsesofinstagram #mustangs #mustangsofinstagram #blm #bestpony #babypony #lovehim #smile #fun #happy
Oh Yeah!!!! Hey Cool Aid. Happy Friday!! #friday #coolaid #coolaidman #fun #smile #horse #horses #horsesofinstagram #jump #sunshine #friyay
Kipling! This horse has never ceased to amaze me. When I got him last year he came to me horribly sick. We didn’t know if he’d make it. He had several nasty viruses, a bacterial infection, and at one point had colic with a twist. It was touch and go for a month or so. Spent most of his at least first 6 months with us in isolation/quarantine. Or up at Davis for treatment. Now look at him go!! Kipling with mostly the help of Hadley have been working together. She spent lots of time rehabbing him slowly. And today they jumped their first course! So awesome to watch the transformation! Great job! Kipling is thriving here at LF now. Hoping for many healthy injury free years now 🙏🏻 please thank you! Go boy! #horses #horsesofinstagram #ottb #ottbsofinstagram #thoroughbredsofinstagram #healthyhorse #happyhorse #strongkid #hardworkpaysoffs
When the horses aren’t moved in yet, but the ground still needs some grading! Way to supervise team… #legacyfarmllc #hadsourdonkey #betterinbrentwood #doingwork
Big things happening with Legacy Farm. Message now to secure your spot - there is very limited availability for both training clients and boarding. #newbeginnings #horsesofinstagram #hunterjumper #legacyfarmllc #betterinbrentwood
Hayden & Stitch killing the grid work! Looking great out there!! So much fun in the sun! #legacyfarmhorses #legacyfarm #paintedeclipse #unicorns #hardwork #equitation #focus #fun #smiles #horses #horsesofinstagram #painthorse
Beyond proud of this tiny one!! O’Ryan is getting ready for her walk/trot debut. She was killing it on Garnet today! Small but mighty this kid! Such a hard worker!! Love it! #pony #ponies #welsh #poniesofinstagram #superstar #happy #smiles #hardwork #legacyfarm
Enzo 10yo WB Gelding. Low Jumper galore! Jumps everything. Auto changes. Currently doing Xrails and 2’ hunters. Great on the ground. Anyone can hack him around. Not spooky. Super fun guy! Will be showing at Brookside Splash and available to try. $30k
Mazel and Hadley are looking awesome together! Mazel is quickly learning all the things! I love it! Last show she was trotting Xrails. In two weeks at Brookside Splash these will debut in the 2’. So exciting!!! Great work Hadley!! #ponies #poniesofinstagram #largegreenpony #happy #healthy #fun #smiling #learning #letsshow #splashherewecome
‘76’ looks great on you Mom!! Happy Birthday!! @ladyuic and Ryker, LF Most Wanted, @river_city_equestrian_events last week debuting in the Xrail division. So proud of this duo! Ryker is just a young 3yo Mustang. He trotted around like a pro. It’s been a hard transition for Mom after Oliver getting injured. I think we’ve finally found her a new ride! Ryker cruised around the Xrails and the Pleasure division like an old pro. Excited for his future. And it’s so great to see my mom back out in the show arena!!! Congrats on a great week!! And Happy 76th Birthday Mom!! 💙 #horses #horsesofinstagram #mustang #mustanghorse #mustanghorsesofinstagram #babyhorse #greyhorse #happy #smile #antares #horseshow #horseshowlife #funinthesun #birthday #birthdaygirl
Jenn making a show appearance after an 8 year hiatus! 😳. Woohoo! Jenn showed my young large green pony, Mazel. Both debuting in the Xrails and Pleasure. They had such an awesome week together pinning in HUGE classes as well as winning their Open Pleasure Class against 15! Beyond proud of both of them. Hoping Jenn gets back out to the show arena again soon! And looking forward to Mazel future she’s turning into such a nice young pony! #horseshowing #horseshow #rcee #rivercityequestrianevents #funinthesun #happy #pony #poniesofinstagram #fancy #winning #thattrot #fancyponyinthemaking #largegreenpony #huntering #returntohorseshowing
Emily & Conor debuting in the 2’ last week @river_city_equestrian_events Emily started the week in the Xrails and was ready to move up to a 2’ class on the last day. Super proud of her. She’s been working really hard to learn to ride Conor and it showed last week. They had an amazing week earned some great ribbons in HUGE classes. Congratulations on such a great week @eq_emily09 Keep up that work! #horses #horsesofinstagram #ottb #thoroughbred #thoroughbredsofinstagram #rcee #rivercityequestrianevents #mec #fun #smile #horseshow #horseshowlife #sunny #happy #hardwork
Kara & Catch My Drift (offered for sale😜) had a great first show together. This was a catch ride for Kara we unexpectedly had to retire her previous horse. She has only been riding him for about 2 weeks. And did a fantastic job with him in the 2’ division, equitation and pleasure. Super proud of all the hard she put in getting ready for the show. Congrats on a great week @karamaire.eq !!! #sahjahorses #sahja #forsale #greyhorse #horses #horsesofinstagram #appendixquarterhorse #fun #smile #horseshow #horseshowlife #rivercityequestrianevents #murietaequestriancenter
Conor & Sienna last week in the 3’ Child/Adult SAHJA Medal Finals. These two never cease to amaze me. Sienna has put so much time in learning to ride my baby, Conor. All that work paid off. This was only Conor’s second show at the 3’ level and only did 2 3’ classes on Thursday. He spent time teaching Emily the ropes in the xrails most of the week until Sunday. He walked into a new arena he had never been in before and Sienna piloted him around 3’ like they’ve been doing it for years. When it’s actually only been a couple months! Super proud of their 7th Place finish in the finals. These two have a bright future ahead!! Looking forward to helping them and watching them grow together! Congrats @si.enna_eq Great job!!! #horses #horsesofinstagram #antares #antaressellier #ottb #ottbofinstagram #thoroughbred #thoroughbredsofinstagram #sahja #sahjahorses #fun #smiles #goodboy #proudtrainer #happy #horseshow #murietaequestriancenter
So proud of this duo! Hadley & Midnights Bling Crosby. Not only did they qualify for the Pony Medal(2’3) but they also qualified for the Mini Medal (2’6). Hadley & Crosby started out strong last week winning their pony Hunters and getting top ribbons in the Open Hunters. On Sunday, medal finals day, Hadley had great rounds in the pony final with a small driving error they still placed great. In the Mini Medal the first round was solid with an average of 72. The second round (video) was beautiful scoring an 80 from both judges! Hadley and Crosby were thrilled! We hung around with hopes of getting a top ten finish. As Crosby was grazing they called the top 4 back for a work off. OMG it was Hadley & Crosby! They made the the work off! Woohoo!! This was Hadley’s first try at working off alone with no additional help from me. She found all the jumps but had to circle to find the last one! Super proud of her! They ended up finishing 4th out if 26 starting riders in the 2’6 Mini medal Finals. Congrats!! #sahja #sahjahorses #mec #rcee #rivercityequestrianevents #ponies #poniesofinstagram #medalfinals #smile #happy #fun #proudtrainer #teamlf #legacyfarm #antaressellier #ariat #myariat #winning #welshpony #superstar
