eQuesterOctober 2019

Wisconsin Dressage & Combined Training’s Monthly Newsletter

Debbie Rodriguez

Article and Photos by Caryn Vesperman

Mary Hanneman and her husband, John, and my husband, Mark, and I had the opportunity to take in a performance of the world-famous Lipizzans, when one of our port stops on our Danube River cruise in August was Vienna.

We arrived in Vienna and decided to check out how to get to the Spanish Riding School (SRS) to make sure we could find it and get there in plenty of time for the next day’s performance. We had the address and used GPS to guide us. From the ship, we walked, took the subway, and then found the main door to the ticket area, administrative offices, cafe and gift shop. The SRS is near one of the city’s main squares and doesn’t look anything like a stable or performance hall. I had a complete misconception about the complex. In fact, I thought it would be just outside of the city, and if we hadn’t seen the sign by the entrance door, we wouldn’t have thought we had found it. The building’s Baroque architecture is magnificent. The building, completed in 1735, is even spectacular in the evening.

Performance The next day, we enjoyed the performance and also bought tickets to tour the stables later that afternoon.

When we got to our seats, we were able to take photos of the empty performance hall, but once the performance started, we weren’t, so we wouldn’t distract the stallions.

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Spanish Riding School

Visiting the Heart and Soul of Dressage

(Clockwise from top left) Caryn and Mary at the Spanish Riding School’s main door; the sign to the side of the main door; the magnificent building at night.

Lipizzans continued

The huge chandeliers in the hall are raised prior to the horses entering at the start of the performance. At the beginning and end of each perform-ance, the riders go in single file down the centerline and salute, not the audience to thank them for coming, but the painting of Charles IV hung behind the Royal Box. This is to pay tribute to Charles VI, as he was the person who brought the Lipizzans to Vienna and started the facility’s construction in 1729 and was completed six years later.

Five different sections were in the performance we attended:1. Young Stallions2. All the Steps and

Movements of the Classical School Part 1

3. Steps and Movements Part 2

4. Work in Hand & Schools Above the Ground

5. School Quadrille

Six young stallions were brought in and put through their basic paces: walk, trot, canter, lateral move-ments including half pass. There were some exuberant moments by the young stallions, but it was quite impressive how calmly and quietly the riders handled that those moments were hardly noticeable!

The next demonstration had two chief riders and two riders show all the steps and movements of the Grand Prix. Part 2 of this demo had one of the riders bring out his dark bay Lipizzan and demon-strate all these movements again.

Of course, the Work in Hand and Schools Above the Ground are what had me on the edge of my seat. Five stallions were brought in, and I had a hard time catching all of it. We saw the Courbette (the horse stands on its hindquarters and leaps forward and lands on its hind legs again without its forehand touching the

ground), Capriole (the horse jumps from a raised position and at a precise point, kicks out with its hind legs), and Levade (the horse shifts all its weight to its hindquarters, draws its front legs in and remains in a 45-degree angle). These movements were shown both in hand and under saddle. When under saddle, the

riders did not have stirrups! Talk about a good seat and perfect balance!

The final demonstration was the quadrille of eight Lipizzans, going through the precise pattern. It was a thrill to witness the training of a breed that is Europe’s oldest domesticated and purebred horse. The training and preservation of this breed is so important, it has been included in the international cultural heritage of UNESCO, the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization. Founded in

1958 and headquartered in Paris, the UNESCO mission is to help people live as global citizens free of hate and intolerance. It promotes cultural herit-age and the equal dignity of all cultures. (Many buildings and cultural activities that we saw on our European trip were

protected by UNESCO, meaning the original integrity of the buildings had to remain intact to preserve its history.)

Stable Tour The work day starts at 6 a.m. with feeding and mucking. The stallions are also trained in the mornings and in the afternoons are exercised in the largest horse walker in the world.

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The ornate performance hall with the magnificent chandeliers; the Royal Box with the huge painting of Charles VI; the famous pillars.

Lipizzans continued

The Lipizzans have to be led across a city street from the stables, through the building where the performances are held to get to the the covered walker that goes around an entire outdoor arena. Because the walker is so large and oval-shaped since it goes around the schooling arena, the horses primarily travel straight, which protects their joints from the constant strain of most circular walkers.

Some stalls faced the outside courtyard and some were inside. All the stalls were marked with the stallion’s name and care instruc-tions. The tour guide explained the naming guidelines. I asked if certain lines were noted for producing the ability to perform capriole vs. leavade vs. courbette. The tour guide said no, that it really is dependent upon the individual stallion.

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(Left and top photos) Lipizzans being led across a city street from their stables to the performance hall. (Bottom right photo) The covered outdoor arena is surrounded by the largest horse walker in the world. The photo shows one of the “boxes” of the walker where the horses are free inside for their exercise and through the second set of bars, the schooling arena can be seen. (Bottom left photo) What barn isn’t complete without a barn cat?

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The tack rooms were not huge or lavish, but were so beautifully organized—and how can you not appreciate the gorgeous and historic saddlery?

Other Interesting Facts The SRS Training ProgramBecoming a rider is a huge lifetime commitment, as the program takes eight to 10 years. Trainees apply and don’t have to be accomplished riders when they apply.

Currently there are two chief riders, 12 riders—and for the first time ever, a female rider who started in 2008 and was promoted to rider in 2016. In addition, there are two assistant riders (including another female), three students and five trainees.

The first three years of train-ing revolve around grooming, stable work and horse care. Trainees are paired up with an experienced rider to learn the ropes.

One to two years are spent lungeing and perfecting the seat without the use of stirrups. If the trainee passes the groom exam and are deemed suitable, the trainee becomes a student. Now the student is immersed in training the horse, with the goal of presenting a fully trained stallion in a show. If the student is

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(Top to bottom) Bridles hung neatly with the stallion’s name above. The wall of saddles with (insert) a close-up of the detailed, carved saddle racks. Note how the stirrups are secured to the back of the saddle and the stallion name plates are on the wall in the front of the saddle.

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successful at this stage and is appointed to assistant rider, he/she receives a young horse and is completely responsible for its training. As soon as the stallion is presented in a show,] and meets all the training require-ments, the assistant is promoted to rider status. The final step, becoming a chief rider, is reserved for only a few and requires much experience and “special training successes” as a rider and a teacher.

Sponsoring or Purchasing a LipizzanThe SRS welcomes those who want to sponsor one of the 40 to 50 foals born at the Lipizzan stud farm in Piber or one of the stallions in the Vienna performance. According to the SRS literature, as a sponsor you are allowed to meet with your horse in a private setting and are kept informed of its life on a regular basis.

In addition, the SRS offers for sale one- to three-year-old unbroken horses, those started under saddle or cart, and breeding horses.

Other Special Areas at the SRSThe facility also offers three reception rooms for individuals and companies to rent. The rooms have beautiful furnishings. What an elegant atmosphere for a special event the SRS would be!

Inspirational Experience What a fantastic opportunity it was to see what I had only read about. The facility was beautiful, and I appreciated the quiet, classical way the training was carried out. If you ever get the opportunity to visit Vienna, put this on your list of things to see and do!

(Clockwise from top left) The doors leading from the stable yard to the street, across from the performance hall. A sculpture outside of the performance hall. Carriages wait outside the performance hall building to take locals and tourists for a charming drive around the Vienna streets.

Spanish Riding School: Remembering the Past Visit and Recent Visit

By Mary Hanneman

Thirty years ago, I had the opportunity to visit the Spanish Riding School (SPS) of Vienna to see a morning training session followed by a performance of the Lipizzan stallions. At that time in my life, I was a hunter/jumper rider with little appreciation for the years of training involved in readying the stallions for the work I witnessed: Pas De Deux, in-hand work on the short and long rein, Schools Above the Ground and school quadrille. Despite my lack of knowledge of the art of classical equitation, the performance moved me to tears. Here I was, sitting in the most beautiful riding hall in the world, called the “Winter Riding School.”

As a life-long horse lover, I had seen the Disney movie, Miracle of The White Stallions, and read the books and articles, so I knew about the history of these famous horses and the riding hall. It was an amazing experience I’ll never forget.

Fast-forward to this August, once again I had the thrill of attending a performance at the Spanish Riding School with friends, Caryn and Mark Vesperman, and hubby, John Marx. Again, the tears flowed. Instead of being in the nosebleed section where I sat in 1989, we planned ahead to secure second row seats at the equivalent of “C” in the riding hall. We could see the horses’ foamy mouths, their concentration and, in some, a bit of mischief in their eyes,

and even how the riders discretely used their aids.

This visit, the performance was slightly abbreviated, combining the in-hand work on the short and long rein with Schools Above the Ground and eliminating the Pas De Deux.

There were other differences I noticed, this visit over last. The biggest difference was the two women riders!! In 2008, the first female student was finally accepted to the Spanish Riding School and was promoted to the first female rider in the history of the SPS in Oct. 2016. It’s about time!

Another difference was the interior of the Winter Riding School seemed to be in much better repair than it was during my last visit. The paint was fresh, the seating fabric relatively new and the beautiful chandeliers clean and sparkling. The stable yard has also been renovated since 1989 – note in the photo from 2019 the yard is bricked and the archways are stalls offering horses a view of the yard activity. In the photo from 1989, the archways were closed up and the yard was paved.

Since my last visit, the SRS has found new ways to make money – a gift shop and tour of the stable. In 1989, the only souvenir I was able to find was a tin of Capriole cigarettes (I don’t smoke), featuring a Lipizzan

performing that move-ment on the cover; plus the performance program. This visit, we toured a gift shop filled with coffee mugs, key chains, jewelry, shirts, jackets, etc, all featuring the SRS logo. They were even selling horse shoes and halters!!

On the stable tour (where we met the official stable cat), we got to see the tack room where each horse had his own custom-made black schooling saddle and white

performance saddle perched on individual, ornate saddle racks featuring ironwork horse heads. Their perfectly cleaned black schooling bridles hung near the gold plated performance bridles. After being away from home for almost two weeks, it was a treat to smell sweaty saddle pads, fresh shavings and horse manure. The simple pleasures of being a horse lover.

(Above) Mary’s photo of the Spanish Riding School from 1989. Two photos below show the yard as it is today.

Photo of souvenir from Mary’s visit in 1989.

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Laura Graves Coming to Madison WDCTA’s volunteers do a mammoth job brining events to the Wisconsin area. From educational activities such as our demo and booth at the Midwest Horse Fair and annual conference and awards banquet to riding clinics, chapter meetings and symposia.

And it continues!

Next year, on Oct. 24-25, WDCTA’s Southwest Chapter will be bringing Laura Graves to the Alliant Energy Center in Madison!

Laura really needs no introduction. Who hasn’t watched her over the years bring along her 2002 Dutch gelding, Verdades (Florett As x Lilwilarda by Goya), that she picked out as a foal from the Netherlands? What’s inspiring is that she persisted through some tough times with Verdades because he was not easy as a youngster—even breaking her back after he bucked her off. She couldn't sell him because he was so “spirited,” so she eventually left Vermont, quitting her job as a cosmetologist, and moving to Florida to became a dressage rider.

Today, at age 32, Laura has many accomplishments to her name:In 2014, she placed second overall at the American Dressage Cham-pionships and qualified directly for the 2014 World Equestrian Games.At the 2014 World Games in Normandy, France, she finished fifth in the team, fifth in the freestyle and fifth in the special.In 2015, she placed fourth at the FEI World Cup Finals in Las Vegas. Later that year, she competed at the Pan American Games in Toronto and won a team gold medal and an individual silver medal.In 2016, Graves competed at her first Summer Olympics in Rio de Janeiro, winning a bronze team medal and fourth individually.In 2017, Graves and Verdades competed at the World Cup Finals in Omaha, earning the silver individual medal.In 2018, Graves defended her World Cup Finals silver medal at the competition in Paris and earned a team silver medal at the World Equestrian Games in Tryon, NC.

The Southwest Chapter members are working out the details—sponsorship and vendor opportunities, auditor pricing, rider selection criteria, and more. Watch this newsletter and the WDCTDA Facebook pages for details. In the meantime, save the date!

Caryn

Laura Graves at 2018 World Equestrian Games (Photo by Rebecca Lewison)

2019 Clinics at

Lindinhof Equine Sports Zentrum

4246 Schneider Drive, Oregon, WI

February 23 – 24: Riding Clinic with Kathleen Raine

March 2 – 3: Riding Clinic with Jeremy Steinberg

April 27 – 28: USDF 3rd/4th Level Instructor Certification Workshop

May 4 – 5: Riding Clinic with Kathleen Raine

May 25 – 26: Body Awareness Clinic with Jennifer Kotylo

July 27– 28: Riding Clinic with Kathleen Raine

August 10 – 11: Riding Clinic with Jeremy Steinberg

October 19 – 29: Riding Clinic with Kathleen Raine

November 2 – 3: Riding Clinic with Jeremy Steinberg

*******Riders and Auditors are Always Welcome! *******

Contact Megan McIsaac at 608.445.8531 or LindinhofLLC@gmail.com

for more information and clinic applications.

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Member ListingsJayne Ayers Hearthstone Farm Inc. N14W30212 High Ridge Road Pewaukee, WI 53072 jayne@dressagehorse.com (414) 313-4146 Years of study with international experts, including training sessions with USET coaches. 45+ years of teaching. Teach beginner to Grand Prix. Earned many USDF Horse of the Year awards, long/short list for USET. Students winning national awards and qualifying for USDF Nationals and USET Festival. Emphasize harmony and clear communication through correct dressage principles for competition or enjoyment at home.

Marguerite Browne Marguerite Browne Dressage 213 Kenwood Drive Thienssville, WI 53092 (262) 292-8132 brownebosco@yahoo.com Dressage instruction provided at all levels on rider’s own horse. Over 3 decades of classical dressage training and riding. Will travel.

Shelley Day Brookfield, WI(414) 403-8491 sdaydressage04@yahoo.comwww.daydressage.com 30+ years teaching and training. USDFBronze and Silver Medalist, USDF Bronze and Silver Freestyle Bars. Shownhrough Intermediare I. Training at Dia-mond Legacy Farm (Mukwonago, WI) and Paddock Hills Equestrian Center (Union, IL). Available for travel to your farm in southern WI and northern IL. Check our website for more information.

Tracey Dikkers Dundee Training StableW4835 Aspen CourtWild Rose, WI 54984(608) 220-2628 traceydikkers@gmail.com Shown through Intermediare I, training Grand Prix. 15+ years of teaching. Will teach beginners to Grand Prix. Ride regularly under top trainers. USDF Bronze and Silver medals on self-trained horses. USDF/USEF “r” judge. Will travel for clinics and lessons.

Megan McIsaac Lindinhof Equine Sports Zentrum 4246 Schneider Drive Oregon, WI 53575 lindinhofllc@gmail.com (608) 445-8531 FEI trainer, USDF-certified instructor thru 2nd Level. 2014 national champion with Kingsley. USDF Gold, Silver, Bronze medalist, all USDF bars. Competed two horses at GP. Competed 4th level and small tour at Dressage at Devon. Year-end USDF, USEF, WDCTA awards. 15+ years teaching experience. Students competed through GP, earned rider awards and medals. Will teach all levels. School horses available. Travel for lessons and clinics.

Andrea Schten Tailwind Farm W350S6890 Ulrickson Road Eagle, WI 53119 (262) 470-4557 aschten@hotmail.com www.andreaschten.com USDF Bronze, Silver and Gold medalist, regional championships: Training through Grand Prix on self-trained horses. Multiple students have earned Bronze and Silver medals. Schoolmasters avail-able. Trailering in for lessons welcome. Available for clinics; travel for lessons.

Kate Van Sicklen 110 Merrill Crest Drive Madison, WI 53705 katherinevansicklen@gmail.com (608) 669-0148 40+ years of teaching experience. British Horse Society instructor certification. USDF “L” graduate with distinction. USDF Associate Certified Instructor. USDF Silver Medal. Shown through Prix St. George. Will teach through 4th Level. Specialize in teaching horses and riders correct basics. Will travel.

Nicole Trapp Barryridge Equestrian Center 1713 Carrie Lane West Bend, WI 53095 trappnl@hotmail.com (920) 960-6930 Shown through PSG on self-trained horses. USDF Bronze and Silver Medalist, completed USDF L program w/distinction, audited instructor program.  25 years of teaching experience, Many year-end awards through USDF, USEF, and WDCTA, placed at 2015 U.S. Dressage Finals.Participated in 2017 National Young Horse Championships. Will teach up to 4th level, school horses available, will travel for clinics.

Joann Williams W3580 Scotch Bush Road Elkhorn, WI 53121 jwcambridge18@yahoo.com (414) 378-2231 Classical dressage for every horse and rider, beginner to Grand Prix.  Lessons, training in traditional, Western and gaited dressage. Earned all 6 USDF Medals, multiple USDF HOY, All-Breed regional and WDCTA awards on many horses. Western Dressage World Champion Levels 2&3 in 2016 and 2017. Many students are Silver and Bronze medalists. 30+ years experience bringing horses and riders up the levels. Studied with many FEI and National Level "S" judges and riders. Based in Elkhorn. Will travel.

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Member ListingsValerie Ahl Pen Bryn Farm, LLC 4321 State Road 138 Oregon, WI53575 veahl@wisc.edu (608) 698-7924 Large box stalls, turnout in small groups, indoor and outdoor arenas, wash stall, lounge. As a small boarding operation, there is plenty of free arena time to work with your horse to fulfill your training goals.

Jackie Luebke-Puetz 15034 Co. Rd. X Kiel, WI 53042-9706 cvestor@aol.com (920) 693-3367 Small, peaceful facility — no drama queens! Indoor w/ mirrors, heated facilities, H/C wash stall, screened facility — no bugs! Limited openings for boarders. Trails. Lessons available. Would love to discuss your equine needs.

Lindinhof Equine Sports Zentrum Megan McIsaac 4246 Schneider Drive Oregon, WI 53575 lindinhofllc@gmail.com (608) 445-8531 80x200’ heated indoor w/ mirrors. New stalls and client tack room w/ individual lockers. Individual and group turnout. Wash stall. Solarium. Theraplate. Numerous trails. Individual training programs. Lessons and leasing options on FEI school horses, month training for horses and riders. FEI trainer on site.

Tailwind Farm Andrea Schten W350S6890 Ulrickson Road Eagle, WI 53119 (262) 470-4557 aschten@hotmail.com www.andreaschten.com Heated barn and tack room, dry lots and large pastures. H/C wash stall, 10 x 12’ stalls, Theraplate, indoor and outdoor arenas.

Jayne Ayers Hearthstone Farm Inc. N14W30212 High Ridge Road Pewaukee, WI 53072 jayne@dressagehorse.com (414) 313-4146 Educational programs and seminars on wide variety of topics pertaining to dres-sage training and judging; rider develop-ment; horse management; show prep-aration; biomechanics; freestyles. FEI 4* and USEF “S” judge, USDF faculty member, long-time instructor and trainer. Tracey Dikkers Dundee Training StableW4835 Aspen CourtWild Rose, WI 54984(608) 220-2628 traceydikkers@gmail.com USEF/USDF “r” dressage judge, USDF Bronze and Silver medals and ridden to Grand Prix on self-trained horses. Trains own horses through FEI. Available for lessons through FEI and dressage clinics. 25 years experience. Will travel.

Irongate Equine Clinic 1848 Waldorf Blvd. Madison, WI 53719 (608) 845-6006 info@irongateequine.com Equine Veterinarian in Madison, Wisconsin. 24-hour emergency care. Regular business hours: Monday - Friday 8:00 am - 5:00 p.m.

Lindinhof Equine Sports Zentrum 4246 Schneider Drive Oregon, WI 53575 lindinhofllc@gmail.com (608) 445-8531 www.lindinhof.com Importing top quality dressage horses from Europe. Contact us to find your next dressage star.

Caryn Vesperman - USEF ‘r’ Judge W1619 King Road Brooklyn, WI 53521 touchstonefarm@gmail.com (608) 455-2208 USDF Gold, Silver and Bronze medalist. Shown through Grand Prix. Available for USEF/USDF-recognized dressage shows, eventing shows and schooling shows.

Valerie Ahl Pen Bryn Farm, LLC 4321 State Road 138 Oregon, WI53575 sporthorseprospects.com veahl@wisc.edu (608) 698-7924 A small Hanoverian breedeing operation, specializing in world-class bloodlines. Mares have the following bloodlines: Damsey, Lingh, Weltmeyer, Winterprinz.

Jackie Luebke-Puetz 15034 Co. Rd. X Kiel, WI 53042-9706 cvestor@aol.com (920) 693-3367 Standing Welsh stallion, Too Cute to Shoot, bay, 13.2 h, cuter than a bug’s ear and several times qualified for USDF breeding championships.

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USDF Launches Regional Schooling Show Awards Program USDF has introduced the new USDF Regional Schooling Show Awards Program. This program starts Dec. 1, 2019 and offers regional recognition to USDF Group Members competing in participating, non-USEF-licensed/non-USDF-recognized competitions. 

All non-USEF-licensed/non-USDF-recognized competitions are invited to participate in this program. To participate, simply submit the online application and $25 participation fee to USDF at least 30 days prior to the start of the competition. The program year will be Dec. 1 through Nov. 30. 

An online competition calendar will list participating competitions on the USDF website. Participating competitions must submit a copy of their prize list to USDF no later than 14 days prior to the competition, and competition results must be submitted to USDF within 21 days of the end date of the competition.

WDCTA Clinics and Events

Oct. 5-6 Cindy Ishoy SW Chapter Clinic Location: Caryn Vesperman’s Touchstone Farm, W1619 King Road, Brooklyn, WIEmail: touchstonefarm@gmail.comCall or text: (608) 695-9914

Nov. 23-24 Cindy Ishoy SW Chapter Clinic Location: Caryn Vesperman’s Touchstone Farm, W1619 King Road, Brooklyn, WIEmail: touchstonefarm@gmail.comCall or text: (608) 695-9914

Oct. 24-25, 2020 Laura Graves Syposium Organizer: WDCTA Southwest ChapterLocation: Alliant Energy Center, MadisonStay tuned for sponsorship, vendor, rider selection and auditing details! Save the date!

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April 17-19 Midwest Horse Fair Alliant Energy Center, Madisonhttps://midwesthorsefair.com

 

Announcing 

 

WDCTA Mentor Challenge July 2019 - October 2020 

Share your passion for horses and WDCTA with a youth! Help grow WDCTA membership! 

 

● Are you an adult WDCTA member who knows an under-18 equestrian? ● Have this youth join WDCTA ($35) in 2019 or 2020 ● Participate together in a minimum of 2 WDCTA events (clinics and/or shows) ● Have the youth renew for the following year ● Receive recognition at the annual banquet and ● Your name will be put in for a drawing for a free 2021 membership! 

 

Contact: Mary Barr (rmbarr255@gmail.com; 608-214-5985)  

to register for the 2019 Mentor Challenge. DEADLINE: March 1, 2020 

 

  

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WDCTA EVENTS Oct. 5-6 Cindy Ishoy SW Chapter Clinic Location: Caryn Vesperman’s Touchstone Farm, W1619 King Road, Brooklyn, WIEmail: touchstonefarm@gmail.comCall or text: (608) 695-9914

Nov. 23-24 Cindy Ishoy SW Chapter Clinic Location: Caryn Vesperman’s Touchstone Farm, W1619 King Road, Brooklyn, WIEmail: touchstonefarm@gmail.comCall or text: (608) 695-9914

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Editor Contact Info:Caryn Vespermannewsletter@wdcta.orgW1619 King RoadBrooklyn, WI 53521

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eQuester and Website Calendar of Events Submissions: For WDCTA members only. (Up to 20 words).

INCLUDE THIS: Date > Event > Location > Contact (Name/Phone/Email) > WDCTA-Sponsored Event (Yes/No)WDCTA Event: Link to organizer’s email and registration form, if applicable

NON-WDCTA-Sponsored Event: Link to organizer’s email only. Member-hosted private riding clinics cannot be advertised in the newsletter at this time.

Description 1 x 6 x 12 x

Business Card3.5 x 2”: In eQuester newsletter with link to email OR website. $10 ($9) $50 ($45) $100 ($90)

Classified AdUp to 50 words.

In eQuester newsletter with link to email OR website.

$5 ($4) $25 ($20) $50 ($45)

Quarter Page3.5 x 5”: In eQuester newsletter with links to email OR website.

$15 ($12) $85 ($70) $150 ($135)

Half Page7.5 x 5” or 3.75 x 10”: In eQuester

newsletter with links to email AND website.

$20 ($15) $100 ($90) $195 ($175)

Full Page7.5 x 10”: In eQuester newsletter with links to email AND website.

$40 ($35) $150 ($175) $300 ($350)

Website Banner Ad180x150 pixels, and can be a

.jpg, .gif or .png

N/A $200 ($150) $400 ($300)