The   Brookside   Fall   Festival   show,   in   Elk   Grove,   is   an  annual   highlight,   and   why   not-­‐-­‐   the   show   grounds  

feature  a  swimming  pool,  pub,  campground,  and  café!  Fun  for   everyone,   and   this   year  was  no  exception.      Anna   and   Bodi   competed   in   their  first   away,   rated   show,   capturing  their   first   rated   show  championship!      Malia,  Maddy,  Tess,  and  Sayali  came  along   to   cheer   on   their   Sea   Star  teammate,   riding   bikes   and  swimming  in  between  events.      Saturday  night  the  whole  gang  went  to  the  nearby  Murieta  Equestrian   Center   to   watch   Grand   Prix   jumping   at   the  Sacramento  International  Horse  Show.      

 Brookside  truly  inspires  and  delights!              

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Another Spooktacular Halloween   An  annual  favorite  holiday  event,  the  Sea  Star  Spooktacular  was  a  Halloween  hit!     Sea  Star  kids,  friends,  and  family  members  enjoyed  games,  a  costume  parade  and  contest,  and  a  potluck  picnic.  The  Spooktacular  is  always  a  great  way  to  kick  off  the  holiday  season  and  celebrate  the  end  of  a  successful  summer.     On  to  "Deck  the  Deck"  in  December!  

Pebble Beach Fall Classic Returns      The  local  horse  community  is  thrilled  to  have  the  historic  Pebble  Beach  Equestrian  Center  back  in  the  show  rotation,  thanks  to  Carmel's  Tack  Box.    In  September,  Sea  Star  Riding  School  attended  the  first-­‐annual  Fall  Classic,  a  

USEF  and  NorCal  'C'-­‐rated  show.  The  footing  was  fabulous,  with  the  arenas  decked  out  in  professional  show  finery.    

     Lomi  and  Crystal  did  beautifully  in  their  walk-­‐trot  classes,  while  Paris  Mahoney  took  Buddy  over  fences  to  show  off  the  Sea  Star  pony's  fabulous  jump.  Buddy  also  beat  many  horses  in  an  under-­‐saddle  class-­‐-­‐  great  job,  Paris!  

     Sea  Star  riders  and  families  had  a  great  time  and  look  forward  to  the  next  rated  show  at  Pebble  Beach,  as  well  as  the  2015  schooling  show  series.    

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Spotlight on: Anna Wheat  

     Anna  and  Bodi  are  a  match  made  in  heaven.  Anna  began  leasing  the  gentle  Hanovarian/paint  cross  with  the  adorable  show  name  "Simply  S'more"  in  the  spring.  The  team  quickly  formed  a  strong  bond  that  helped  carry  them  from  walk-­‐trot  classes  to  their  championship  in  the  Medium  Stirrup  division  at  the  Brookside  Fall  Festival.              Anna's  attention  to  detail,  great  work  ethic,  and  generous  spirit  are  all  part  of  what  make  her  a  Sea  Star  standout  and  role  model.    

 

Girl Scout Sunday Sea Stars      Girl  Scouts  from  Morgan  Hill  spent  a  Sunday  afternoon  at  Sea  Star.    The  "Sea  Star  Sunday  Scouts"  program  offers  young  horse  lovers  a  3-­‐hour  slice  of  barn  life:  brief  lessons  in  horse  anatomy,  grooming,  tacking  up,  and  riding,  as  well  as  demonstrations  of  natural  horsemanship  and  jumping.  Scout  leaders  and  family  members  can  watch  the  demonstrations  and  enjoy  a  ranch  picnic  afterward.        For  information  on  the  Sunday  Scouts  program,  contact  Edie  at  831.229.1940.  

                 

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Sea Star Goes to the Fair      What  event  signifies  fall  and  fun  for  the  whole  family  more  than  the  county  fair?.  The  Santa  Cruz  County  fairgrounds  are  right  around  the  corner  from  White  Rock,  and  this  year's  theme  was  "Sew  It,  Grow  It,  Show  It."          Several  Sea  Star  kids  had  a  chance  to  "show  it,"  at  the  fair,  the  only  horse  show  where  riders  can  compete  in  their  class  and  then  head  to  the  fairway  for  carnival  rides  and  curly  fries!  

Anna  got  to  don  a  flashy  Western  outfit  as  she  and  Bodi  competed  in  the  versatility  class  before  returning  to  familiar  hunter  divisions.          Mo  and  Rocky  went  under  the  lights  for  the  first  time  as  they  tried  their  hand  at  the  Gambler's  Choice  on  Friday  night.  Watch  for  Mo  in  this  event  every  year!        Lindsey  and  Tango  made  their  show-­‐ring  debut,  winning  top  ribbons  in  both  jumper  classes  they  entered.  These  two  are  a  great  team  and  are  spending  the  

winter  preparing  for  spring  shows  at  Woodside.        The  pony  Buddy  made  his  Sea  Star  show  ring  debut  at  the  fair,  proving  his  all-­‐around  excellence  by  taking  Sayali  through  several  flat  classes  as  well  as  hosting  Teagan  in  leadline.  The  cheerful,  snow-­‐white  pony  turned  heads  wherever  he  went  with  his  movie-­‐star  looks  and  perfect  manners.        The  Santa  Cruz  County  Fair  will  be  on  Sea  Star's  schedule  every  year…  fun  for  everyone!  

                             

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Looking for the perfect holiday gift? How about a package of Sea Star Riding School lessons? New clients can purchase a set of lessons before January 15 and get 20% off the package price, or buy an individual lesson and get the second lesson free. Gift certificates, perfect stocking stuffers, are also available. Contact Edie at 831.229.1940 for more information.

A registered Dutch warmblood, Tango is a 16.1 h. mare who has years of show jumping experience. Tango won the Almaden Farms Mini-prix and has done the Pebble Beach Derby. Well-mannered and quiet, Tango loves to be groomed and pampered, and enjoys the trail. Tango is looking forward to meeting her next Riding School and Show Team partners and is available for lessons or lease.

 

Buddy Joins the Sea Star Team        Sea  Star  Riding  School  is  proud  to  announce  that  the  delightful  Welsh  pony,  Buddy,  is  now  permanently  ensconced  in  our  program!          Since  his  September  arrival,  Buddy  has  charmed  children  and  adults  alike  with  his  perfect  manners,  cheerful  attitude,  and  flashy  moves  under  saddle.  He  already  has  several  4-­‐year  old  riding  partners,  has  starred  in  the  Spootacular  costume-­‐fest,  and  was  the  blue-­‐ribbon  winner,  against  a  group  of  much-­‐larger  horses,  in  the  under  saddle  class  at  the  Pebble  Beach  Fall  Classic.  Buddy  sports  a  scopy  jump  style,  but  is  also  quite  happy  patiently  helping  young  riders  just  learning  to  ride.          Buddy  is  available  for  a  

half-­‐lease  or  weekly  lessons.  For  more  information,  or  to  make  an  appointment  to  come  meet  the  newest  Sea  Star,  contact  Edie  at  831.229.1940.    

 

Meet Tango                            

       

   

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Meet Crystal A sweet, gentle mare, Crystal moves from the lesson arena to the show ring with ease. At 15.2’, she’s easy to groom and loves attention. Crystal is smooth, quiet and enjoys jumping. The perfect Short Stirrup horse and a Riding School favorite, Crystal is a Sea Star for sure.  

   

                 

 

 

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Winter  weather  is  here!  Luckily,  Sea  Star  logo-­‐wear  jackets  and  vests,  in  both  fleece  and  puffy  down,  as  well  as  long-­‐sleeved  t-­‐shirts  and  water-­‐resistant  jackets,  are  ready  to  keep  riders  warm  all  winter.  Logo-­‐wear  items  are  available  in  many  sizes  and  styles.  For  more  information,  or  to  place  an  order,  contact  Edie  at  831.229.1940.    

Stay Warm with Sea Star Gear This Winter  

Upcoming Events Deck  the  Deck:  December  6,  1-­‐3  (see  below)  Spring  Down  Christmas  Show:  December  7  TBA:  White  Rock  Home  Show  Hilary  Johnson  Clinic  Fox  'n  Horn  Schooling  Show  Beach  Ride  

Sea Star Riding School White Rock Ranch

295 Webb Rd. Watsonville, CA 95076

Owner/Trainer: Edie Achterman (831)229.1940

Visit us at www.seastarridingschool.com