What do you want to do in 2010?

Hi again adult riders,

First, I'd like to thank all of the adult riders and others who have taken the time to speak to me, provide me with ideas for the adult rider program, and offer support in various ways. It is really encouraging to know that there's so much interest and enthusiasm in the adult rider program.

Second, thanks for getting involved at Woodside!!! We had a fun party and lots of hula hoopers, an activity which I really need help with. I plan to practice in 2010....the young riders are tough, maybe because their hips still move.

Third, Vicky, Dayna and I have put together a list of activities and a budget for 2010. Here's what we're thinking:

1. Clinics - to include instruction/seminars in dressage, stadium and cross-country, rider and horse preparation, fitness and related topics

Area Six Annual Meeting and Clinics, January 2010

Northern California, Spring 2010

Southern California, Spring 2010


2. Adult Camp - more instruction and coaching, as well as wine tasting and relaxing a bit

Combine with Young Rider Camp, July 2010 (Twin Rivers, I believe)


3. Adult Rider Hats/Shirts - more slogan ideas needed!


4. Adult Championships at Copper Meadows in 2010 - Copper Meadows is the site for all Championships in 2010, so this is a great venue for our new 'Adult Championships'

Awards and Prizes for adult high scores in each division, plus teams.
Adult Sportsmanship Award nominated by other adult riders.

5. Adult Reception at Galway Training 3 Day, November 2010

Adult rider turnout awards, Adult rider team awards
Seminar and Adult rider reception


As before, I would really like your comments on these ideas!! Do you have certain clinicians you'd like to see or topics for seminars at some of the shows? How about awards or even the type of prize? Don't be shy! Please include a comment on this blog (click on 'comments' below), or send me an email at dawnrobbins@sbcglobal.net.