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April 2015 www.bvdc.org

Inside this Issue:

BVDC Long-lining Clinic - Report

BVDC Day of Learning at Kendalwood Farm - 4/11

BVDC Gen’l Meeting - Open House at New Heritage Farm - 4/18

BVDC Spring Pleasure Drive - 5/9

BVDC Novice Driver Clinic - re-scheduled for 6/13

BVDC Driving Derby Clinic & COF Driving Derby - 7/11

BVDC Summer Schooling Show - 8/16

Plus many other local area driving activities coming up!

BVDC Board Meeting May 12th at 7:00 PM

New Bolton Center

All Members Welcome

Info: Debby Donovan 856-981-1868 or debby.donovan@comcast.net

Newsletter for the BVDC, Inc.

Serving the Driving Enthusiast

BVDC Long-lining Clinic

Clinician Anne Rawle works with Susan Roberts’ horse during

the clinic - photo by Debby Donovan

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BVDC Day of Learning at Kendalwood Farm Saturday, April 11th 9:00 am - 4:00 pm

All BVDC members and guests of members are invited to attend! This will be a learning day that will entail a lot of what we feel is extremely important to know

about managing and caring for the driving horse. Several important topics will be presented by

highly qualified speakers. Much of it will be lecture and some hands on however it will be in a

heated room. Our hosts will be BVDC members PJ and Tara Crowley and the event will be held at

their Kendalwood Farm in Zionsville, PA.

Topics to be covered include:

Equine Nutrition & Body Scoring (presented by an equine nutritionist)

Equine Dentistry (presented by licensed equine dentist Diane Frack)

Equine Chiropractic Care & Posture Prep Grooming (presented by licensed equine chiropractor Dr. Patricia Bona, an extraordinary equine and human chiropractor)

Mechanics of Shoeing and Trimming (presented by one of the best farriers in the country Dave Duckett, master farrier and Fellow of the Worshipful Company of Farriers - England's highest farriery credential and developer of four point shoeing)

Driver Profiency Tests & How to Get Evaluated (presented by Jerry Trapani)

Directions for getting into the farm: Kendalwood Farm is located in the historic town of Zionsville, PA - 10 minutes from all major area highways: Route 476 (Quakertown exit of the Northeast Extension); Route 100/29; Route 78; and Route 309. As you come up the driveway, bear to the left where the driveway splits. Continue on the paved driveway all the way around until you see the main barn and horse trailers. There is a large parking lot in front of the barn. Please respect the landowners property and be careful not to drive in the grass and make mud and drive very slowly please.

About the Crowley’s & Kendalwood Farm: Kendalwood Farm has been in operation as a training, competition and rehabilitation facility since 1996. Nestled in the heart of historic Zionsville, PA at Twin Fancy Farm, PJ and Tara Crowley specialize in selecting, importing, and training young horses and ponies for customers to compete at all levels of pleasure and combined driving and riding. Their facility boasts 65 acres of pasture, trails, large indoor and outdoor arenas, and an Underwater Treadmill to compliment their training, conditioning, and rehabilitative needs. With degrees in Equine Science and Certifications in Massage Therapy and Saddle Fitting, Kendalwood has a well rounded system covering all aspects of the competition horse and their maintenance. They work with some of the industries leading horse care professionals to ensure their clients' animals are in top form. One of their beliefs: "As horsemen, we strive to never stop learning. We believe everything we do with horses is training. You can always make your horse better and become better educated horseman for it." They and their staff look forward to welcoming you to their day of learning as they are excited about sharing what makes their customers so successful both in and out of the show ring.

When: Saturday, April 11th 9:00 am - 4:00 pm

Where: 5462 Schultz Bridge Rd., Zionsville PA 18092

RSVP: By April 4th to Debby Donovan (856-981-1868 or debby.donovan@comcast.net)

Cost: $35 for Full BVDC members, $40 for Associate Members, $40 for Guests of Members

Checks (payable to BVDC) can be mailed to: Debby Donovan, 47 Quaker Neck Rd, Salem, NJ 08079

Light breakfast & Lunch will be served (included in the cost)

Please bring your own chairs

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If you have been thinking about a carriage purchase it doesn’t hurt to do your homework so when

you finally make the decision to buy you choose the correct one. Do it right the first time!

Newt & Gini Brosius, owners of New Heritage Farm, LLC, importer of Poj-Kon Michalowski

carriages and long-time BVDC members, will host an open house at their farm in Avondale, PA.

Newt will show us their carriages while presenting an informative talk on features & options. Some

the of topics to be covered include:

Hard rubber vs. pneumatic tires & quick change hubs

Shafts: Standard adjustable & telescopic

Size the carriage to the horse & driver

5th wheel brake options: navigator wheel, pedal for driver,

manual under the floor

Stainless steel: polished vs. painted

Delayed steering: pair vs. single

Vulcanized rubber vs. rubber in channel

New Spider performance enhancements

Suspension options: Elliptic, Elmex and Trailing arm air suspension

Track width

About New Heritage Farm Carriages: In 1987 my first driving lesson was a surprise birthday present from my wife Gini and occurred under the tutelage of Lisa Singer. Gini likes to say she created a monster of a driving enthusiast and it’s probably true. Years of pleasure driving led to even more years of combined driving. In 2008 when the financial crisis put a dent in my retirement funds I decided I better earn some dollars to sport my driving habit. Having driven and liked my New England Carriage Imports Spider and deciding I needed a pair marathon and having spent my entire working life in the sales and service I asked Peter if he wanted a dealer in PA. After 4 years as a dealer in 2013 I made my trip to Poland and became a direct importer.

It has been great to continue to offer the same quality Poj-Kon products in my new capacity as New Heritage Farm Carriages. The Poj-Kon (meaning "horse drawn carriage") story began as Stanislaw Michalowski, at the age of eleven, first worked on carriages in his father's carriage shop when Poland was under communist control. With the breakup of the Soviet Union, Poj-Kon was established by the Michalowski family in 1990 as a family business. In the 24 years since, Poj-Kon has produced and sold over 21,000 carriages used for competition, pleasure & training. The most rewarding aspect of the business is the willingness of Poj-Kon to listen to our suggestions and make changes to suit the North American drivers. A high level of customer service is our first priority. Working with customers and their advisors to determine the correct carriage to match the driver, the expertise level, the sport, and the equine is our goal.

BVDC General Membership Meeting

Open House at New Heritage Farm in Avondale, PA Saturday, April 18

th 2:00 - 4:00 pm - RSVP by April 11th

BVDC invites our fellow local driving clubs - MLMDC, GSH&CS, and DDC

When: Saturday, April 18th 2:00 - 4:00 pm Where: 580 Woodview Rd, Avondale, PA 19311 RSVP by 4/11: Debby Donovan (856-981-1868 or debby.donovan@comcast.net) Wine & Cheese will be provided by our host Newt Brosius!

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Date: Saturday May 9th

Drive-off time: 10:00 am. Lunch to follow the drive.

Location: Artesian Well Rd off Route 50 (GPS coordinates: 39.412712,-74.742378 which shows as

“215-233 NJ-50, Mays Landing, NJ”), 1 mile north of Atlantic City Parks main gate. Entrance is a dirt road at Route 50 mile marker 16. (see park trail map link below). About 1 hour drive from both

Comm Barry Bridge & Walt Whitman Bridge.

Park website: http://www.aclink.org/PARKS/mainpages/estell.asp

Park trail map: http://www.bvdc.org/Estell Manor Park Horse Trails.jpg

Pace: walk/trot

Distance: approx. 5 miles

Terrain/footing: Flat terrain, wide trails, footing is hard packed dirt (mini-friendly!), may be a few

muddy spots. Note: There will be other recreational use during the drive (hikers, bicyclists).

RSVP: by May 1st to Cindy Boddy (email: boddyca@comcast.net or phone:609-646-8293); limited to

10 turnouts maximum

What to bring with you:

BVDC Liability Disclaimer (http://www.bvdc.org/BVDCRelease.pdf) signed by all people in your

group.

Current Coggins required (we only need to see a copy at the drive)

Lunch

Water for your horse(s)

Chairs

Estell Manor Park is located 3.5 miles south of Mays Landing on Route 50. It is bordered by the Great Egg Harbor River / South River to the east and by Route 50 to the west. In all, it is about 1700 acres large. This is Atlantic

County Park System's most popular park and the Division of Parks and Recreation headquarters.

After the Native Americans, this was land owned by the Estell family and was the site of a glassworks in the 1800's, then became the site of a munitions plant during World War I. After 70 years, the forest has reclaimed this

area, and is now home to an incredible diversity of plants and animals.

BVDC Spring Pleasure Drive - Saturday, May 9th at Estell Manor Park in Mays Landing, NJ

Photos of BVDC members Zana White (left) and Debbie Wolf (right) last weekend at Estell Manor Park - photos by Cindy Boddy.

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BVDC Pleasure Driving Schooling Show Sunday, August 16th

Buxmont Riding Club Showgrounds, PA

71 Clump Road, Tylersport,

PA 18971

www.buxmontridingclub.com

This will be a low-key fun show (hat, gloves, and apron, but jackets not

required; no turnout classes) providing all levels of horse and driver an

opportunity to school in a relaxed atmosphere. Open to non-members.

More details will be provided in a future newsletter. For more info or to

volunteer, please contact the organizer:

Jane Oehler (215-280-1775, janeoehler@verizon.net)

BVDC Driving Derby Clinic &

Chapter One Farms Driving Derby - July 11th If you’ve been hearing about this new type of driving event but don’t really

know what it’s all about, now is your chance!

Chapter One Farms is holding a Driving Derby on Saturday, July 11th.

That morning, prior to the Derby, BVDC will host an “on foot” Driving Derby

Clinic which anyone may attend (you don’t need to be competing in the Derby

event that day).

Driving Derby rules are in the ADS 2015 Rule Book in the Combined Driving

section on pages 101-104 but here is how a typical Derby would look:

The course would be made of up cones and 2 hazards each with 5 gates (gates

are a minimum of 3 meters wide). It would flow like this: START - do 3

cones, do hazard #1; do 4 cones; do Hazard #2; and do 4 cones - FINISH.

More details will be coming in the next newsletter so stay tuned and put this

date on your calendar! To download the Driving Derby rules and see a video of

a driving derby go to Chapter One Farms website (“Events” page):

http://www.chapteronefarms.com/events.htm

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BVDC Novice Driver Clinic with Lore Homer

At Chapter One Farms, Pedricktown, NJ Saturday, June 13th

Open to BVDC members and non-members. The popular novice driver clinic plus the new turnout clinic are being offered by long-time club member Lore Homer who is an expert whip, recognized judge and very effective instructor. Many current whips have had an excellent start with Lore in past clinics, learning the basics and acquiring the techniques and confidence to safely work with a horse.

Novice Driver Clinic Details: This clinic is open to new drivers, but some experience is

necessary. Auditors are welcome also. You may bring your horse or pony for harness fitting and carriage fitting. You may also bring your horse in hand (halter) or in long lines, if this is where you are with your training. This clinic is for the inexperienced driver who wants to build some confidence and experience in being with a group of other drivers and being evaluated for appropriate turn-out, correct harnessing, and “way of going” in a low stress environment. Clinic will be limited to 6 horses; all will be in the large arena together. Lore will spend time with each driver and answer any questions the participants may have.

The clinics will be held inside at Chapter One Farms’ indoor arena. For directions go to: www.chapteronefarms.com/directions.htm. Drivers need to bring and use muck buckets. Water is available. Auditors should bring a chair! Release form is available at http://www.bvdc.org/BVDCRelease.pdf. Approximate time schedule 9:30 - 10:00 - Check-in + a light breakfast snack & coffee will be provided 10:00 - 12:00 - Clinic 12:00 - 1:00 - A light lunch will be provided

See next page for registration form - deadline to register is Saturday 6/6. Questions? Debby Donovan (856-981-1868 or debby.donovan@comcast.net)

Horses and ponies: Must be able to work in a group situation and stand

quietly with others Must be broke to the cart or carriage (or else able to

do in-hand or long-lining work) Harness and carriage must be in good working

condition

The Driver: Must have and use a whip and gloves Must have at least 4 hours of qualified driving training

(or else able to do in-hand or long-lining work) Have basic knowledge of harness, hitching and safety

factors Helmet is required for driver & all passengers.

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REGISTRATION FORM

Novice Driver Clinic with Lore Homer 6/13/15 ___ I plan to attend with horse/carriage ($30 for BVDC Full members, $35 for BVDC Associate members, $40 for non-BVDC members) ___ I would like to audit the clinic ($5) (please bring a chair!) My driving experience:________________________________________________________________ ___________________________________________________________________________________ My horse’s experience and level of training: _______________________________________________ ___________________________________________________________________________________ A check in the appropriate amount, made payable to: BVDC Registration must be accompanied by: Copy of current negative Coggins test (within one year). Signed BVDC Release (form available on-site or on use this link: http://www.bvdc.org/

BVDCRelease.pdf Name: ___________________________________________Telephone: ________________________ Address: ___________________________________________________________________________

Email: _______________________________________________________ Age if under 18 ________ Send registration material by 6/6 to: Helene Paxton - Chapter One Farms 87 Pedricktown-Woodstown Road Pedricktown, NJ 08067 See web site for directions: http://www.chapteronefarms.com/directions.htm

Deadline 6/6

Light Breakfast & Lunch is included in the fee.

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2015 Gladstone Driving Trials & Combined Test

May 14 – 17

Entries open March 15th and close April 15th

The ADS recognized Gladstone Driving Trial and Combined Test will be held at Hamilton Farm in Gladstone NJ on May 14—17. The competition offers Training, Preliminary, and Intermediate divisions for Pony and Horse - Single/ Pairs. The Combined Test runs on Friday with the Driving Trial Dressage and Cones on Saturday and Marathon on Sunday.

Details and an omnibus listing are available at the

American Driving Society website:

http://www.americandrivingsociety.org/06_omnilistings/05gladstoneHDT_15.asp

Information is also available at www.gladstonedriving.org or contact the Show Secretary.

Interested in Volunteering? Contact Barbara 908-236-6843 haerts2@embarqmail.com

Photo by AAF Images

BVDC Membership Report

Last year at this time we had 206 members

New Members since Mar 1st

Shannon VanHorn-Haas Lancaster, PA

Carol Dwyer Pennington, NJ

Elizabeth Harrison Budd Lake, NJ

Warren & Linda Moser Gilbertsville, PA

There are 50 members from 2014 who did not renew yet for 2015 - their status is now

“inactive” in the directory

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BVDC Long-lining Clinic with Anne Rawle

BVDC clinics for 2015 got off to a strong start with

a "re-run" of one of our old favorites....Long-Lining

with Anne Rawle. We had a large turnout with 6

horse entries and 14 auditors! Anne's primary

discipline is advanced level dressage, but she proved

again that she has a wonderful rapport with the

equine mind. She demonstrated long-lining with six

different horses (each at a different level) which

was illuminating for the auditors. Everyone

took away at least a fundamental understanding of

how much can be accomplished through the long-

lining experience. Anne's ability to "zero in" on the individual equine character is legendary, and each of

the owners was nodding in agreement with Anne's assessments. It was a very satisfying clinic and a great

pleasure to watch a very gifted trainer move each of the horses to a new place. Evidence of the value of

this clinic can be heard from the participants themselves, two of whom had this to say:

Bill Venditta (auditor): “The BVDC Long-lining Clinic with Anne Rawle is an example of why I find

membership in the BVDC so valuable. I am always looking for ways to improve the performance level of my

team of Gelderlanders in the show ring, and Anne Rawle's

expert instruction provided me with additional tools to aid

in fine tuning their performance.”

Zana White (horse entry): “Loved today's clinic! I

learned sooooo much! Anne Rawle is amazing! I am going to

bring my Arabian, "Amir", back there for some private

lessons! She got him figured out in about 10 seconds!!!! I

know I can learn a lot from her! Thank you so much for

making this clinic happen! If I can get Amir to drive I will

feel like I have finally accomplished something really

worthwhile in my lifetime! I really think Anne Rawle can

help me accomplish that!

MANY THANKS to Anne Hearn for organizing this clinic for the club!

Judy Shoemaker with her pony and Anne Rawle.

Anne Rawle working with Zana’s Arabian “Amir”. George Conway with his mare after working with Anne.

Our large group of 14 auditors!

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Glen Willow Summer Clinic July 24-26

Janelle Marshall will be at Glen Willow July 24-26 for a weekend of learning fun. The clinic

will offer participants the option to school the hazards under Janelle’s educated eye. There

will also be cones and dressage clinic options if there is enough interest. Similar to last years

very successful clinic, participants will be paired with other drivers and equines of similar

skill level.

Clinician: Janelle Marshall

Janelle Marshall is originally from Southern Australia and came to the United States in 2003,

where she now resides in Aiken South Carolina. She started competing in driving at age 12

and has several Australian championship titles. She has represented Australia in two Pony

World Championships, most recently in 2013 and in 2014 she was a member of the Australian

World Singles Horse Championship Team.

Janelle has experience with a variety of horse and pony breeds and combinations, including

singles, pairs and tandems. In the past she has most notably been seen with her Connemara

Pony ‘Johnny’ competing at shows along the east coast, and was the 2010 USEF Reserve

National Single Pony Champion with him.

Janelle is an enthusiastic and friendly teacher who enjoys sharing her knowledge with her

students. She understands the importance of furthering ones education and trains with other

top drivers, like Koos de Ronde and Thorsten Zarembowicz.

Coming later this year!

BVDC General Membership Meeting

“Turnout Talk” with Lore Homer

This will be an opportunity to see a slide show of turnout examples and to contribute your own photos (of yourself or others) to be included. Lore Homer will provide commentary of the photos on what works and what doesn’t work in putting together a winning turnout. Lore has been an accomplished whip in the show ring for many years, including many ribbons from Devon. More details will be provided in a future newsletter but you may start sending your photos in now to Debby Donovan (debby.donovan@comcast.net or mail to her at: 47 Quaker Neck Rd, Salem, NJ 08079) (Note: printed photos will be returned to you after they are scanned for the slide show)

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Glen Willow Educational Summer Schooling Series - Avondale, PA.

Last years inaugural summer series at Glen Willow was a great success. There were many happy drivers and equines that participated in the combined tests and the hazard clinic. The summer series was so successful that we are doing it again!

FORMAT: As similar to last year these are schooling shows, so while not ADS sanctioned we will be following their rules for safety. The CT’s consist of dressage and cones, with the option to drive an extra dressage test and a second cones course. The first round of each will count toward CT placing, but use the second trip to improve your score or fix mistakes. Drivers who drove two dressage tests wanted immediate feedback from the judge, so they could drive their test over and make improvements. There was time built into schedule to allow for this and most of the shows did not start before 9:45 and were done by 3:00 pm. Start time for shows is dependent on number of entries, but shows will not start before 9:00 am. The shows have Training Level through Intermediate Level divisions, with single and pair classes for VSE, ponies and horses. All dressage tests to be driven in a 40 X 80 meter ring.

NEW THIS YEAR: This year we will have a series championship; the best two scores from the four shows

will be averaged together to determine the championship for each class.

Another addition to this year’s agenda is the possibility of a very modified marathon course to run in conjunction with one or more of the CT’s. It would be a short course with two obstacles maybe driven twice. Still working on details of this and finding the right support crew for volunteers.

Also in the works is another hazard/obstacle clinic on July 24-26, this one is with Janelle Marshall. As an advanced level international competitor Janelle has experience with singles and pairs. Her youthful energy and enthusiasm come across in her teaching.

There are limited off site stabling options available, the furthest is a 10 minute truck and trailer ride away. Contact me about any stabling needs you might have.

There were some questions regarding the dress code last year, so let me clarify. Out of respect to the judges I think it is nice to present yourself in a clean and tidy manner. Aprons and gloves should be worn and helmets are acceptable and required for those under age 18. Please dress appropriate to the weather conditions, ie: rain, extreme heat.

All proceeds will benefit the Glen Willow CDE in

September.

Direct questions to: Hannah Polson polshanb@gmail.com 802-522-6574

Date Dressage Judge Test #’s

May 3 Tracey Morgan Training-#4, Prelim-#4, Intermediate-#6

May 31 Mickie Bowen Training-#2, Prelim-#4, Intermediate-#6

June 27 Anne Councill Training-#4, Prelim-#4, Intermediate-#6

July 12 Dana Bright Training-#4, Prelim-#4, Intermediate-#6

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Entry dates for May 3 show: OPEN: 4/1 CLOSE: 4/23

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Buxmont Riding Club

Pleasure Driving Shows in 2015

The Buxmont Riding Club is offering a new lineup of classes for their Pleasure Driving Shows in 2015. Each full division will include Turnout, Working, Super Reinsmanship, Timed Obstacles and a Derby class. Divisions include horses, ponies and VSEs driving in singles, and Juniors, ages 11 to 18.

New this year the Timed Obstacles (cones) class will be held in the upper ring during the morning. Competitors will be able to walk the course between rounds, then come as it is convenient to drive it.

In the main ring Turnout, Working and Super Reinsmanship will run by division with the Open Very Small Equines starting the day. There will be an opportunity to walk the Super Reinsmanship test before the show starts. This year ADS Super Reinsmanship Test #1 will be used and is available on the Buxmont website.

The Derby class will be set up during lunch break and be open for walking at that time. This class will include some elements of Combined Driving competitions. Drivers and anyone else on a vehicle will be required to wear helmets. While gloves and a whip are still required, drivers will be able to dress more casually and leave their driving aprons at their trailers.

A Derby Fun Day to practice for this new class will be held at the Buxmont Show grounds on May 3, 2015. Registration will start at 9:30 with a briefing at 10:00. This event is free to all, but donations will be gratefully accepted.

There will also be a division for therapeutic drivers of any age called C.O.O.L. (Conquering Obstacles Overcoming Limitations). Their classes will include Turnout, Working and a regular Reinsmanship class.

Driving Show dates for 2015 – Start time is 9:00 am

Sunday, June 28th

Sunday, July 26th

Sunday, Aug 30th

Sunday, Sept 27th

More information is available at the Buxmont Riding Club website:

http://www.buxmontridingclub.com

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Belle Grey Farm is pleased to host the 2015 Spring Derby Series. The Derby Series offers the opportunity, under informal conditions, to drive obstacles in the style of driving competitions or scurries. Format will be similar to the Fall series but we will move it to the grass as preparation for the upcoming season. Same low key event format. Come have fun, try some things out, maybe break in the new marathon carriage Santa left under the tree!

Entries are open any time and will close the day before each event (the total number of entries may be limited).

Dates for the Driving series:

April 11, 2015 April 25, 2015 May 9, 2015

Prize list & entry form:

http://www.drivingnews.us/results/results2015/BelleGreySpring/BG15-Entry.pdf

To learn more please email Belle Grey Farm at: admin@bellegreyfarm.com or (703) 774-4688

2015 Spring

Derby Series

BVDCers at Black Prong CDE - Congratulations to all!

Jane Oehler Training Single Pony 2nd

Riley Wiltison Training Single Pony 6th

Cynthia Doll Prelim Single Pony 1st

Sara Schmitt Prelim Pair Pony 1st

Donna Crookston Prelim Single Horse 1st

Tracey Morgan Prelim Single Horse 2nd

CDE

Bobbi Hager Intermediate 4th

Suzy Stafford Advanced 1st

CT

Photos below of Bobbi Hager at Black Prong: Marathon one was an HC training round with my new, 14-year old navigator Bryce Kovi. Cones was in an Intermediate CT. My perfect pony is B’s Silver Pumba who is a 16 year old Welsh/Arab cross. Photo credit: Picsofyou.com

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2015 BVDC & Mid-Atlantic Driving Calendar Note: Full-year calendar is emailed to members separately at the beginning of every month.

Denotes BVDC activity

APRIL

10-Apr to 12-Apr - SOUTHERN PINES CDE, Raeford, NC - Info: Kelly Valdes (910.603.2449, fkvaldes@aol.com), entries open: 2/15, close: 3/15. Details: http://www.americandrivingsociety.org/06_omnilistings/04southernpinescde_15.asp

11-Apr - BVDC “DAY OF LEARNING”, Kendalwood Farm, Zionsville, PA. 9:00 - 4:00, Members & their guests invited. Info & RSVP by 4/4: Debby Donovan debby.donovan@comcast.net, 856-981-1868

11-Apr - VIRGINIA DRIVING DERBY SPRING SERIES (Event #1 of 3) at Belle Gray Farm – Upperville VA. Info: admin@bellegreyfarm.com . Prize list & entry form: http://www.drivingnews.us/results/results2015/BelleGreySpring/BG15-Entry.pdf

11-Apr - MLMDC GROUND WORK BASICS (9 - 3) with Margie Richmond and her horses, $25, MLMDC Members only, (http://www.mlmdc.org/membership.htm); RendezVous Farm, Hereford, MD. This clinic is designed for driver interested in starting their own driving hoses and drivers interested in learning new training techniques for intermediate horses. Contact Margie Richmond, marjorie.b.richmond@gmail.com, 443-934-3673.

18-Apr - BVDC GENERAL MEMBERSHIP MEETING: OPEN HOUSE & CARRIAGE TALK AT NEW HERITAGE FARM, Avondale, PA. Members of BVDC, MLMDC, DDC, & GSH&CS & their guests invited. Host: Newt Brosius, 2:00 -4:00 pm, Info & RSVP by 4/11: Debby Donovan debby.donovan@comcast.net, 856-981-1868

18-Apr - MLMDC SPRING DAY IN THE PARK & POT LUCK SOCIAL, Spring Valley Park, Winterstown, PA. Members and non-members welcome. $10/per turnout. 10am-4pm Open Driving in the Park and hazards available for your use. Noon – Pot luck Lunch – everyone is invited to bring their covered dish. RSVP required to Sue Fair donandsuefair@beavertrapfarm.com, 410-239-7196

25-Apr - VIRGINIA DRIVING DERBY SPRING SERIES (Event #2 of 3) at Belle Gray Farm – Upperville VA. Info: admin@bellegreyfarm.com Prize list & entry form: http://www.drivingnews.us/results/results2015/BelleGreySpring/BG15-Entry.pdf

MAY

2-May - MLMDC LONG LINING AND DRIVING HORSE SUITABILITY, Anne Councill, Clinician, learn a new skill, have your horse assessed for his driving potential, McDonogh School, 8600 McDonogh Rd, Owings Mills, MD. Contact Anne Councill, acbirchhollow442@gmail.com, 717-993-8956.

3-May - BUXMONT CARRIAGE DERBY, Buxmont Riding Club, Tylersport, PA. Info: www.buxmontridingclub.com

3-May - GLEN WILLOW SCHOOLING SERIES - COMBINED TEST, Avondale, PA. Organizer/Secretary: Hannah Polson polshanb@earthlink.net 802-522-6574

9-May - BVDC SPRING PLEASURE DRIVE, Estell Manor Park, Mays Landing, NJ. Info & RSVP: Cindy Boddy (email: boddyca@comcast.net or phone:609-646-8293)

9-May - VIRGINIA DRIVING DERBY SPRING SERIES (Event #3 of 3) at Belle Gray Farm – Upperville VA. Info: admin@bellegreyfarm.com Prize list & entry form: http://www.drivingnews.us/results/results2015/BelleGreySpring/BG15-Entry.pdf

9-May - GMHA DRIVING ADT & CT, South Woodstock, VT - Info: Karey Waters (802 457 1509,karey@gmhainc.org), website: http://www.gmhainc.org, entries open: 4/1, close: 4/29,

details: http://www.americandrivingsociety.org/06_omnilistings/05GMHAtwophase_15.asp

12-May- BVDC BOARD MEETING, New Bolton Center. All members welcome to attend. Contact: debby.donovan@comcast.net, 856-981-1868

15-May to 17-May - GLADSTONE CT & HDT, Gladstone, NJ - Info: Gayle Stinson (908-453-3332, joshilohjo@yahoo.com), entries open: 3/15, close: 4/15, details: http://www.americandrivingsociety.org/06_omnilistings/05gladstoneHDT_15.asp

15-May - CARRIAGE CLASSIC IN THE PINES, Aberdeen, NC - Info: Aggie Cohen & James Granito (910-245-1917, aggie706@aol.com), website: http://www.Carriageclassicinthepines.net, entries open: 3/15, close: 5/1, details: http://www.americandrivingsociety.org/06_omnilistings/05CCInThePines_15.asp

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EQUINES

PAIR OF DRIVING MARES - HACKNEY/CLYDESDALE

CROSS (Tammy and Tabitha) 13 yrs old; Sound with

limitations*; Have been driven

single, pair and as the leaders in a four in hand; Easy keepers;

Very brave. Must go to a good home. $5,000 for the pair. Call

302-381-2979 or Email: Francesbaker65@gmail.com (03/2015)

13 H DRIVING PONY AVAILABLE FOR LEASE in Berks

county (Exeter Township) PA. Has been on pleasure drives and competed in CDEs (won 1st place at Garden State

combined test in 2013). Comes with harness and carriage.

Only fee is to pay for shoeing. Pony must continue to live on our farm. We have a large, fenced driving ring and carriage

trails on the property. Trainer also comes by from time to time and could probably be available for lessons. Fantastic

opportunity to find out if you like driving without having to

make an investment. If interested please call Judy Canavan 610-689-0200 or e-mail to jcanavan@ptd.net (06/2014)

RARE HIGHLAND PONY DRIVING PAIRS - Two Pair of registered Highland Ponies,

geldings and mares, available --

14.1h gray, professionally trained to ride and drive, single

or double. Absolutely no vices. Rare breed in the U.S.; only 90

Highland ponies in all of North America. Only known pairs of

driving Highlands in North

America. Two year old colts also available. Call George @ 610 932-5808 (06/2014)

CARRIAGES

NEW HERITAGE FARM PAIR WAGONETTE. Dark Green with Cream pinstriping. Pass through from passenger

seats to front of carriage. Used only a handful of times,

unfortunately! This is an awesome carriage, rides like a dream, perfect to take guests for a drive anywhere! Two

sets of tires, pneumatic and hard rubber. Used with 14.1

Canadiennes, but could easily be used with 15H or more horses. Call for details. Priced to sell at $6,500. Newt Brosius

will have this carriage on display at his General Meeting Open House on April 18, if it doesn't sell before that. Sandi & Ken

Messner (717) 665-6790. (06/2015)

WCC TROTTER, 4 WHEEL, 4 seats, pneumatic tires, shafts and pole. Fits 14.2 hand or larger

pair or 15 hand and up single. Like new condition; driven only a

few times. Extremely comfortable

for everyday training. Black with stainless. $4,500. Contact:

claycrk@dmv.com or phone 410-822-3378 (03/2015)

BUCKEYE ROAD CART Dark natural stain with brass

furnishings. Has maker's tag on it. Wheels measure 49", shafts are 75" and the narrowest point is 30". Very nice

carriage for a refined horse. Asking $1,200. Located in Quakertown PA. Call 215-794-8586 or email

roadcart@verizon.net (03/2015)

KUNHLE CARRIAGE - FUN LINE MODEL, substantial quality, single and pair horses,

wagonette type seating,

pneumatic tires, shaft and pole to drive pairs, front and

rear wheel braking, $6,500 OBO, Tom 703-624-3818

(12/2014)

KUHNLE PAIR ADVANCED PRESENTATION VEHICLE: Dark green and

natural wood, Bedford Cordseats,

Brass fittings,

delayed steering. Wheel width 148cm.

2 poles. Great condition $10,000.

Contact Lisa Singer:

chateaulog@aol.com 610-960-8695 (11/2014)

HARNESS

BLACK SMUCKERS DELUXE PONY HARNESS - Fits a 13.2 hand pony. Black w/ brass fittings.

Only the bridle and saddle have been

used slightly; the rest is completely unused; has been stored inside. Asking

$850. Lori Shoemake (814-502-9048 or email: equinepoverty@embarqmail.com)

(03/2015)

SMUCKERS DELUXE PAIR HARNESS: cob size -14.1 thru 15.3 russet brass fittings. $2,000. Contact Lisa

Singer: chateaulog@aol.com 610-960-8695 (11/2014)

USED BLACK SMUCKER’S DELUXE HARNESS WITH BRASS BUCKLES AND FITTINGS, cob/small horse sized

in good condition. Only used to show, fit a 14.1 hand

Connemara pony. Includes bridle and reins. Pictures available. $ 800 OBO Contact: Camilla Hansen:

mufieldhockey11@gmail.com (10/2014)

USED BLACK “EVERYDAY” LEATHER HARNESS, unknown brand. Cob/small horse sized in good working

condition, fit a 14.1 hand Connemara pony. Includes reins. Pictures available. $300 OBO. Contact: Camilla Hansen:

mufieldhockey11@gmail.com (10/2014)

Classifieds

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WANTED: PONY SIZED (14.2H) CDE-QUALITY

BIOTHANE PAIR HARNESS. I have STOUT 14.2h Morgan Mare pair that I’m looking for a used, but still safe CDE-

quality synthetic harness. Please call Kate: 410 227 3290 (05/2014)

MISCELLANEOUS

PAIR OF CARRIAGE LAMPS for sale in NJ

Black with brass - candle lamps – round front lens

Bought for new for single horse vehicle from Smuckers but never used. Priced at $300 OBO. Pictures on request, for

local pick-up in NJ or buyer pays shipping. Contact: haerts2@embarqmail.com (01/2015)

PET AND FARM SITTING - Providing on or off property

farm and pet sitting. Experienced, dependable, loving care for horses, dogs, cats, birds, etc. Excellent references.

limited to 20 mile radius of West Grove, PA Susan Williams 484-888-2835

HARNESS CLEANING - Too busy getting ready for a

show? Need to clean all that old harness hanging around?

Call Susan Williams for prices (207 E. London Grove Rd, West Grove, PA 19390) phone: 484.888.2835

CLASSIFIEDS INFO Classifieds may be sent to:

Debby Donovan debby.donovan@comcast.net 856-981-1868 47 Quaker Neck Rd, Salem, NJ 08079

Information must be submitted by the 20th of each month. A small thumbnail photo may be included. Classifieds are free to members and $7 per month for non-members. Classifieds will run for at least two months (longer if space permits). The earliest expiration date is shown at the end of each classified.

Classifieds, cont’d

SPONSORS

Kathy Conway and her horse wait patiently for their turn in the ring with Anne Rawle at the BVDC long-lining clinic. Photo by Debby Donovan

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Newsletter for the BVDC, Inc.

Officers President: Debby Donovan

Vice President: Jane Oehler Treasurer: Gail Aumiller

Secretary: Zana White

Directors Kathy Kozak

Camilla Hansen Anne Hearn

Billy Klein

Becky Pendlebury Mary Tkaczuk

Cindy Vollers

Website: www.bvdc.org

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/

BrandywineValleyDrivingClub

President:

Debby Donovan 856-981-1868 debby.donovan@comcast.net

Vice President:

Jane Oehler 215-280-1775 janeoehler@verizon.net

Treasurer:

Gail Aumiller 717-372-2650

gailaumiller@gmail.com

Secretary:

Zana White 215-990-9059

zew8@aol.com

Programs:

Zana White 215-990-9059

zew8@aol.com

Newsletter: Debby Donovan 856-981-1868

debby.donovan@comcast.net

Membership: Bobbi Hager 201-572-3425

bobbi@dsfgroup.org

Clinics: Helene Paxton 443-253-4135

Hpaxton@chapteronefarms.com

Pleasure Drives:

VACANT

Website: Debby Donovan 856-981-1868

debby.donovan@comcast.net

Sunshine:

Kathy Kozak 610-608-5488 onthebit2@comcast.net

E-LINES Coordinator:

Teresa Palumbo 717-823-2094

teresa@spalumbo.net

ADS Mid-Atlantic Regional Repre-sentative for BVDC:

VACANT

Lines of Communication

www.bvdc.org

293 Diamond Spring Rd

Denville, NJ 07834