Join the USEA Area 2 Year End Awards program! Go ahead and have some extra fun in 2013!  Remember this program differs slightly from the National program.  Please tell a friend to join as well, the more applicants to better the prizes!  It’s a good idea to read the rules and review eligibility, how points are calculated, fees, and deadlines. The 2013 Forms and Rules are now available on USEA Area II website under Points and Awards Program - FORMS.   The Points system follows USEA points, so if you participate USEA Area II Junior/YR or Amateur division, you will be awarded upgraded points in accordance to USEA rules, check out the rules!  There are a few additional exemptions to the in Area II three to one in area rule for 2013.

Third Year: For all you TB owners/eventers!  We have again a very generous USEA Area II contributor, Judith Lamb, she is again sponsoring a special TB award (donating a silver plate and beautiful cooler).  If you sign up for the 2013 USEA Area II Year End Awards Program with your TB you are automatically eligible for this Special Award.  A separate points tally will apply for TB's the "smurfs" are equally eligible at all levels (Beginner Novice through Advanced). We will be assigning separate points system from YEA for this Special TB Award - placings 1-6 and assigning points 6-1. We can not thank Judith enough for the very generous sponsorship!

For a mere $20 registration fee you can be part of the fun! (unless you register late than it’s a little more, late fees apply post July 1st)

Forms and information can be found on USEA Area 2 website home page (rightside there is a “button” that will link you to the forms and detailed information)

It's not too early to mark your calendars and start planning to attend the Waredaca H.T. and Classic Training 3 Day Event in Laytonsville, MD!

Event Date: Oct 23-26, 2013

3 Day Event Registration Dates:  Open: Aug 27   Close: Sep 24

Co Organizers:  Gretchen Butts and Cindy dePorter
Volunteer Coordinator: Beth Sokohl   This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it
Fence Sponsorship:  Pat Mansfield   This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it
Program and Prizes:  Donna Bottner
Stabling: Cindy Wood
Vet Delegate:  Dr. Julie Augustine

It's time to get ready for our official Summer Adult Rider Camp with Carol Kozlowski.  Our camp will run August 10-11, 2013 at Kelly's Ford Equestrian Center in beautiful  Remington, VA.  Our adult riders wanted a special camp with great value and on a weekend and we will deliver for you!  Members of the Area 2 Adult Riders will get a $75 discount and pay just $225 for this fabulous clinic.  Non-Members are welcome to apply after June 1st for a fee of $300.  Not a member yet or haven't renewed your membership?  It's easy and worthwhile to join in the fun.  Download the membership form from our forms page  2013 Adult Rider Membership Form, contact Sue Heytler, our membership coordinator at This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it , or go to your USEA member dashboard and sign up online.  We will have more great opportunities for adult riders this year throught the area.  Please see the attached information sheet and entry form for full details on the camp and make plans to attend now!   Area 2 Adult Rider Eventing Camp August 2013   AR2 Summer Camp Entry

Upcoming Clinics at Win Green in Orange VA... Lucinda Green, 3-Day clinic with Mimi Comb. Check it out! http://www.wingreenxc.com/

Twilight Eventing - May 15 & May 29, 2013

About Twilight Eventing

• Have ALL your gear required for the three phases and your horse.
• After your warm up, proceed to your Dressage arena ready to start at your appointed time. Late arrivals will not be honored. Dressage is run and scored under the same rules as for USEA events.
• Put on your horse's SJ boots, warm up over a few jumps in the warm up area and proceed to the SJ arena.
• SJ is run and scored under the same rules as for USEA events.
• Change your horse's boots, put on your vest and proceed to the start of the cross-country course.

You will start this shortened course of 1000m to 1400m and 12 to 15 jump efforts again under nearly* the same rules and scoring as USEA events.

As a thank you for sponsoring the Area II Young Rider Program, your name will be included in a drawing for items generously donated by World Equestrian Brands. There are 2 Gift Packages. Each ticket obtained through a $5 donation can be put towards each Gift Package, so you can actually enter to win the Gift you want. There is no limit to the number of tickets you obtain through donation, so you can increase your chances of earning a Gift Package or try for both Gift Packages.

Gift Package A -   Vespucci figure 8 bridle, reins and breastplate with running martingale valued at $700
Gift Package B -   Mattes half pad, Mattes square or euro-fit quilt only pad and set of Equilibrium Airlite XC boots front and hind valued at $650

Area 2 YRs did great at Morven Park this weekend.  It was great to see the half dozen riders wearing their lime green armbands - letting the selectors and spectators know they are aiming for a spot on the NAJYRC Team.

The behind the scene activities drew a mix of experienced and new members each day.  Shadow scribing was again popular as riders got to sit with the Dressage Judge and hear the comments and scores as the movement happened.  Because of the scheduling, riders were very fortunate to sit and watch tests above their level.  I encourage all to consider participating at least once in this activities - parents can too.    

The Novice XC course walk Saturday Afternoon had a half dozen kids join in - all of whom jumped around clean and within time on Sunday.  Sunday, we had permission to drive on the course during Preliminary so we could stay dry.  We had a fantastic time watching and learning from the mistakes  through the canyon and water jump for the comfort and dryness of the wagon.  We spent some time talking to Brian Ross, the TD, about of the unusual ways people where getting TE'd this year and what he thought of the skill level of the riders.

Selectors have just been approved by the council.

The following selectors will be responsible for choosing the 2013 One and Two Star Teams for NAJYRC:

1. Will Coleman
2. Max Corcoran
3. Holly Hudspeth
4. Allison Springer
5. Erin Sylvester

Selectors will be present at Southern Pines 2 this weekend. Please make a point to introduce yourself to them and inform them on your weekend. I also reccommend you make an attempt to watch potential teammates if you have the time. Young Rider times will be available at the Young Rider tent so you can cheer on your potential teammates!

Thanks and Good Luck!

As we all know, the journey to the NAJYRC is long, expensive, but so very rewarding and unforgettable. Each Young Rider set on the path for qualification should be aware that fundraising is a huge part of the Young Rider program. The more money our program raises throughout the year, the less financial burden each individual has on themselves. Each day we work towards this goal by setting up various fundraisers at events, and reaching out to find sponsorships and support. Our goal is to lift the financial burden off of every Young Rider, but we cannot do this alone. We want Young Riders to be responsible for their program by volunteering and fundraising to make their program better.

Area II has  a new USEA Affiliate, the Central Virginia Combined Training Association! This group is in the area of Richmond, Virginia.

Central Virginia Combined Training Assn.

contact: Elizabeth Schooley at 804 591 0868 or This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it

Visit the website at http://cvacta.org

(updated 3/1/13)

To all prospective Area II Young Riders:

You will need to complete with an NQR at least 2 of these selection trials in order to be considered for the 2013 NAJYRC

Frederick Pony Clubber Mackenzie Taylor and her precious partner, a rescue pony named Ink Spot (Inky),  have been actively competing in Mounted Games competitions for several years, both in the US and overseas.  With the help of sponsors and lots of fundraising (it takes upwards of 10k to send a horse overseas), Mackenzie and Inky were able to travel to Wales where the pair won the 2012 International Mounted Games Association World Championship!

Now in 2013, TaylorMade Stables, in Damascus, Md, are gearing up for their 2nd Annual Spring Jumper Shows in efforts to raise funds for Mackenzie to return to Wales to defend their Gold Medal. Come join in the fun and support on Sunday, April 7th (March 15 date is canceled, sorry for an inconvenience).  Go to http://www.taylormadestables.com/events.htm for more info and the prize list.