We are happy to see Zone 10 members jumping into the show ring and starting the year off strong. As we gallop into the show season, we want to remind our members about all of the special programs and benefits available as part of USHJA.
Throughout the year, we are highlighting all of the USHJA Affiliate Organizations within our zone. Read on to learn more about the NorCal Hunter Jumper Association.
USHJA is offering some great educational webinars. Click here to visit the USHJA Facebook page and check out the many topics.
Best of luck in 2021!
Kathy Hobstetter and Ned Glynn
Co-Chairs of the Zone 10 Committee
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Nomination Period Closes March 1 for USHJA Zone Committee Member Elections |
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The nomination period for the USHJA Zone Committee member elections is open in each of the 12 USHJA Zones until March 1.
Senior Active or Senior Associate members in good standing are eligible to participate in the nomination and election process for USHJA Zone Committee members in their zone.
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Have You Heard about the USHJA Hunter Team Challenge? |
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New in 2021, the USHJA Hunter Team Challenge offers a unique team experience for riders competing in the 2’-2’6” Children’s Pony Hunters, 2’6” Low Child/Adult Hunters and 3’ Children’s/Adult Amateur Hunter divisions.
Riders also have an opportunity to earn bonus Zone Horse of the Year Points in their respective divisions.
There are three challenges in 2021 including:
Hunter Team Challenge - West
November 9-14, 2021
National Sunshine Series II
Desert International Horse Park
Thermal, Calif.
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Applications are Open for USHJA Zone Grants and Scholarships |
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The U.S. Hunter Jumper Association is pleased to announce that applications are open for zone grants and scholarships, including Emerging Athletes Program Grants this year to assist members with attending an EAP Regional Training Session. |
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USHJA to Hold Two West Coast World Championship Hunter Rider Spectaculars in 2021 |
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The USHJA is pleased to announce that two WCHR Spectacular classes will be held on the West Coast in 2021.
The WCHR West Coast Spectacular will be held March 16-21 during Desert Circuit VIII at Desert International Horse Park in Thermal, California.
The WCHR Summer Spectacular will be held June 9-13 during the Blenheim Equisports June Classic I in San Juan Capistrano, California.
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Apply for the USHJA Emerging Athletes Program by April 1 |
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Sessions in Zone 10:
- July 14-18 at Sonoma Valley Stables in Petaluma Calif., led by Jeff Cook and stable manager Julia Hogan
- Aug. 4-8 at Los Angeles Equestrian Center in Burbank, Calif., led by Joe Fargis and stable manager Nanci Snyder
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USHJA Affiliate Member Organization News |
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Get to Know Your Zone 10 Affiliates |
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NorCal Hunter Jumper Association
The NorCal Hunter Jumper Association aims to promote hunter, jumper and equitation divisions at Central and Northern California horse shows.
NorCal members earn points throughout the year toward various programs and awards. Their annual awards presentation is traditionally held in-person at their January banquet. In light of the pandemic, NorCal got creative with their 2020 awards. “We had to be resourceful because we didn’t have our annual awards banquet,” explained Melissa Kalember, one of the NorCal board members and the Vice-Chair of the USHJA Affiliate Committee. “We decided to make a special social media campaign highlighting our champions.”
In addition to year-end awards, NorCal offers a variety of medal finals, jumper awards, equitation classics, and more. In 2020, NorCal held their medal finals at the West Palms Events Sacramento International Horse Show. “NorCal gives back so much to its members,” commented NorCal President Denize Borges. “We work hard to come up with programs and awards to help support all levels in the industry.”
NorCal members can enter a lottery for the chance to participate in their annual clinic. “We offer a free clinic to our members each December,” Denize shared. “In 2020, we had to cancel the clinic due to the pandemic. This year, we are planning to hold our clinic at Murieta Equestrian Center. The clinic welcomes all ages and levels, including professionals. In the past some of our clinicians have included top riders such as Michael Endicott, Will Simpson, Mandy Porter, and Scott Hofstetter.”
The NorCal Hunter Jumper Association is proud to be a USHJA Affiliate Organization. “We are really excited about the grants that USHJA is now offering,” Melissa noted. “We also look forward to nominating riders for the 2'0'' and 2'6'' Affiliate Championships at The Las Vegas National Horse Show. Danae Fryman of USHJA has been great in helping fine tune these programs and spread the word about them.”
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2018 NorCal Clinic with Mandy Porter // Photo Credit: NorCal Hunter Jumper Association |
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Congratulations to our 2020 Horse of the Year and Stirrup Cup Champions |
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Congratulations to our 2020 Horse of the Year and Stirrup Cup Champions!
This year's HOTY Roster, which lists members who earned ribbons through the year-end awards program, is available digitally here.
To learn more about HOTY and to view standings, click here.
Congratulations to 2020 Stirrup Cup Champions!
Reminder: 2020 was the last year for the USHJA Zone Stirrup Cup Program.
Ribbons and awards are currently being mailed to recipients for both HOTY and Stirrup Cup.
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Participate in the USHJA Horsemanship Quiz Challenge |
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With the aim of encouraging education and recognizing equestrians who have exceptional horsemanship knowledge, both HQC and Adult HQC allow equestrians of all ages to put their horsemanship expertise to the test.
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Mark your calendars for these upcoming USHJA Webinars:
Careers and Jobs Within the Equestrian Community – Horse Shows
March 1, 7 p.m. ET
The start of a new webinar series that gives an overview of jobs that are in the equestrian community, Katie Benson will lead the discussion about the opportunities at horse shows.
Equine Business Basics
April 26, 7 p.m. ET
Returning speaker Holly Frenzel, from the Equine Business Basic webinar, comes back to explain how to make QuickBooks work for your equine business.
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USHJA Recognized Riding Academy Spotlight: Elvenstar Riding Academy |
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We heard from Cathy Rifkin to learn more about Elvenstar Riding Academy, a USHJA Recognized Riding Academy in Moorpark, California.
Tell us a little about your program and who you serve.
Elvenstar is a full service riding academy serving a broad range of riders. We start riders as young as 3 years old in our Parent & Me classes. Our program takes children and adults from first time in the saddle to advanced jumping at 2’3”. From there, Elvenstar training programs are in place to take riders to a higher level of competition, both regionally and nationally.
What made you want to become a Recognized Riding Academy?
Our founder, Jim Hagman, started the academy 35 years ago. It has always been professionally managed with an emphasis on horsemanship and we strive to uphold the highest standard in our industry. Becoming a USHJA Recognized Riding Academy will allow us to be in touch with all levels of our sport.
Briefly tell us about your star lesson horse and why he/she is the best lesson horse around!
Our 26-year-old Harry aka "Elvenstar Harry Potter" has been with us for about 12 years and has been the best at all academy levels from walk/trot to 2'3" jumping. He took Augusta Iwasaki to her first championships at the Desert Circuit shows in Thermal as well as many riders at local shows. He is an academy favorite since he will put up with pony costumes at Halloween, reindeer antlers at Christmas, Easter Egg hunts, day camp, and birthday parties with a saintly attitude.
Photo credit: Kaycee Kurtze Bischoff.
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Have an Equine-Related Question to Ask an Expert? |
Do you have questions about horse health, tack and equipment or nutrition?
Let experts in the sport answer your questions!
Submit questions here for a chance to have your question answered by an expert and featured in a future zone news update.
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Check Your 2021 Zone HOTY Points |
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Know Your Zone 10 Committee Members |
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- Kathy Hobstetter, Co-Chair
- Ned Glynn, Co-Chair
- Denise Finch
- Kay Altheuser
- Michael Curtis
- Ellen Gates
- Sally Hudson
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- Melissa Kalember
- Robert Leckie
- Stephanie Lightner
- Gry McFarlane
- Lynn Mullins
- James Waldman
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Special thanks to these members who serve our zone! For more information about the committee and contact information, click here. |
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Upcoming Events and Deadlines |
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USHJA Sponsors & Partners |
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Photos by: Tori Bilas, Tricia Booker, Terisé Cole, Kaitlyn Karssen, McCool Photography, Jump Media, McCool Photography, Rachel Sowinski and Louise Taylor. |
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United States Hunter Jumper Association | (859) 225-6700 | ushja.org |
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