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Piaffe & Passage VADA/NOVA, Inc. Newsletter Volume 47 Issue 10
VADA/Nova Board Meeting MinutesVADA Board Meeting MinutesYear End Awards InformationChampionship Show Prize List2019 Membership Information2018 Show Calendar
VADA/ Nova Board Meeting MinutesSept. 10, 2018
Present: Thirteen Board members were present.Excused: Two Board members were excused.Guest: One guest was present.
This meeting was held via teleconference, and commenced at 7:15 p.m.
Minutes: Rachel moved to accept, Michelle seconded motion, and the Board unanimously approved.
Treasurer’s report: Savings account balance is $45,095.13 and the checking account balance is $95,281.15There was no August Licensed show budget report as of today as several invoices/expenses had just been paid.
Membership/Communications: 283 members; 5 Show pass holders (87 of these were paid via Pay Pal). There were 1285 likes, 1278 followings on Facebook.
Licensed Show: There were 4 rings for the August show. Some competitors expressed concern about the size of the warm up space, but the TD determined that the warm-up was legal. There were some problems with traffic congestion due to a soccer tournament and Twilight polo match. There were some issues between the golf carts & soccer traffic, and there was some con-
cern that it could have been far worse. Also, some of the soccer people were parking in our day parking area near the indoor. Some spectators complained about the long distances between the parking areas & the infield rings. We may need to have more golf carts to shuttle people around, or have spectator parking closer to the indoor. There wasn’t sufficient shade at the Infield rings; we will need to put up more pop-up tents. Marcia Keene was hired to do hospitality for the show. She did an excellent job and her fee was reasonable. Michelle suggested hiring her for next year. Diann C. moved we hire Marcia for next year’s licensed shows to handle our food needs.; Michelle seconded the motion. The Board approved the motion unanimously, so Michelle will contact Marcia to advise her of our 2019 dates and execute a contract for her services. Dianne B. reported that overall the show went well, with lots of riders qualifying for GAIG’s. We need to have further conver-sations with Morven Park regarding some issues, There were 3 big events held the same weekend, and so we need to work on some traffic control, but overall, Morven Park was supportive of our needs. Aside from traffic concerns, with the new layout, the horse show and the other events co-existed quite successfully. We will hire the same EMT team next year. There was positive feedback from the TD who commented on how visible and proactive they were. The TD gave a favorable report overall on the show.
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1st- Board Meeting, Morven Park4-7th- CBLM Championships, Williamston, NC6th- VADA/NOVA @ Compass Rose, Haymarket7th- Compass Rose Schooling Show, Haymarket11-14th- GAIG/Region 1 Championship, Lexington, VA28th- Mitchell Dressage Series, Midland
October 2018
In This Issue...
This Month
Oct 6 VADA/NOVA at Compass Rose Schooling Show, Haymarket
Oct 11-14 VADA Fall Show GAIG, Region 1 Championship, Lexington, VA
Nov 2 VADA/NOVA Championship Schooling Show, Leesburg
Volunteer Opportunities
VADA/NOVA Board Members
Websites to check out
VADA/NOVA www.vadanova.org
VADA State www.virginiadressage.org
Region 1 www.usdfregion1.org
Mary [email protected]
703-430-8838
Diann [email protected]
540-554-2674
Megan [email protected]
540-554-2674
Jessie [email protected]
703-538-4282
Judy [email protected]
703-620-4923
Anne [email protected]
703-599-7696
Alison [email protected]
540-729-4847
Dilly [email protected]
304-283-6959
Sheli [email protected]
540-338-7362
Michelle [email protected]
540-751-0046
Diann [email protected]
540-822-9052
Rachel [email protected]
703-887-0507
Nancy [email protected]
703-860-9187
Sally [email protected]
540-905-2154
Tiffany [email protected]
703-599-4876
Officers
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Alison HeadDiann CarpenterDiann Landau
Carolyn “Dilly” Jackson
PresidentVice President
SecretaryTreasurer
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Schooling Shows: The Board held a lengthy discussion (to be continued) on possible ways to expand our Championship Schooling show and year end awards program. This matter will be discussed further.There was a discussion about changing the required tests to qualify for the Championship show in 2019, in order to have more riders enter. Sheli moved that the VN make the 2nd & 3rd tests of each level serve as qualifiers. The qualifying percentag-es would remain unchanged and the test ridden at the champion-ship will be the 2nd test of level. Mary seconded the motion, the Board approved unanimously. The Schooling show committee will clarify the language for the Green Book. Sheli moved to make these changes, Mary seconded the motion, the Board approved unanimously.There were other suggestions made by the Schooling Show Committee. The Board felt that they needed more time to con-sider these suggestions and so they will be discussed further at our next meeting.Championship Show: Sheli presented some choices for the Champion and Reserve prizes for the Championship show. Sheli will look at the numbers from the past to guide the initial ordering, to be fine-tuned after the show closes and we can get exact numbers.
2019 Banquet: Most jobs will be the same as last year. Anne will reach out to last year’s volunteers to see if they’ll be volunteering this year. Information will start to be posted in the October Newsletter. Diann C. suggested opening up Banquet registration to Pay Pal. There was a discussion of the logistics of this, both pros and cons. Sheli would need help keeping track of submissions, and Judy would have to work out the best format- particularly regarding meals and seating arrangements. It was
suggested that we hire someone outside of the Board to take care of resolving these issues. Judy is exploring how this might work and if it is not something that can be done quickly, we will table this for now and revisit it next year.
Education: It was suggested that the March clinic tie into the new tests (2019) and educate both riders and auditors as to the intention behind the changes. Anne will rewrite the description of the clinic to highlight both the fix-a-test facet and the explora-tion of the new tests beginning in the 2019 show year. There will also be an Activities Planning Meeting in November or December to look at possible clinics and activities for 2019. Some suggestions put forth so far are for a session by a Sports Psychologist, or something on cross training or saddle fitting. Some Board members will look into potential speakers and ideas will be discussed further at the Planning Meeting.
Board Elections: Each Board member will be responsible for updating their bios and providing them to Megan by 9/30/18. Several past Board members have expressed interest in return-ing to the Board. Megan & Judy will work on the electronic ballots and Sheli will handle the paper ones.
Year End Awards: Sheli is pursuing one idea and any addition-al ideas need to be raised at the next meeting. Anne has started working with Barb to organize YE Awards.
AOB: Each Committee must present the results of their meet-ings to the following Board meetings so that everyone knows what is happening.
The meeting was adjourned at 8:55 p.m.Respectfully submitted,Diann Landau, Secretary
VADA/NOVA Board MeetingsAll VADA/NOVA Board of Directors’ meetings are open to the general membership; the Board welcomes any visitors. The meetings are held the second Monday of each month at 7:15 PM at Morven Park International
Equestrian Center (in the classroom next to the lounge) unless otherwise stated on the website. For directions, you may contact any of the Board members or go to our website at www.vadanova.org and click on “Shows”
where you will find a link with directions to Morven Park.
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Northern Virginia, including:Fredrick, Clarke, Fairfax, Loudoun,
Northern Fauquier, and Prince William
Mitchell Dressage Seriesat Southern Heritage Farm
Manager: Anna Mitchell, 540-630-2628, [email protected]: Anna Mitchell, 4222 Fortuna Center Plz #229, Dumfries, VA 22025 540-630-2628, [email protected]: $35v/testTests Offered: USEF, USDF, MFS (bring your own boombox), Western Dressage, USEA, and Gaited TestsArena: Standard or SmallRide Times: Available Wednesday prior to the show on Facebook and email.Other Info: No dogs please. Approved safety helmets required. Review our website for weather policy. Day stall, overnight stalls available.Awards: Southern Heritage Farm series awards offered, including TIPS awards.Directions: See website. www.mitchellds.com
Show Date:Opening Date:Closing Date:Judge:
11176 Rogues Rd.Midland, VA 22728
www.mitchellds.com
10/281/110/21Aviva Nebesky “L”
Compass Rose
Manager: Jen Moran, 703-999-8040, [email protected]: Judith Grass, 2901 Fox Mill Rd., Herndon, VA 20171 703-915-3060, [email protected]: $30/test, $20 late fee, $25 non-compete horseTests Offered: USEF, USDF Intro-Fourth, FEI, MFS, Rider Tests, Para-Equestrian, USEA, USEF Western DressageArena: Standard, sand/rubber, warm-up is sand.Ride Times: Available Wednesday before the show, emailed to competitors and posted on websiteOther Info: No dogs please. Approved safety helmets required. Waivers must be signed by riders or legal guardians at check in, or brought in by minors not accompanied by parents.Awards: High Score and Reserve High Score (excludes Intro, Rider’s Tests, MFS, Para-Eq, USEA, and Western)Directions: See website. www.compassrosefarm.com
Show Date:Opening Date:Closing Date:Judge:
2714 Logmill Rd.Haymarket, VA 20169
www.compassrosefarm.com
10/7 Costumes Welcome!8/79/27 Aviva Nebesky “L”
VADA/NOVA Championship Show
Manager: Michelle Lachner, [email protected] 540-751-0046Secretary: Diann Landau, 13363 Picnic Woods Rd. Lovettsville, VA 20180 703-727-2507, [email protected] Fees: $30/Test (Member) $35 Championship Class $20/horse (grounds fee) $40/Test (non-member) $55 Championship Pas de Deux (per pair)
Stalls: May be available, contact Show Secretary for additional information, no overnight stabling permitted.Other Information: Please note that VADA/NOVA Member entries and those qualified for the Championship classes will be given priority for this show. Classes at this show may be held outdoors. Please consult your Green Book for Show Rules (Greenbook, page 41). See more information at vadanova.orgDirections: From Beltway/I495: West on Rt. 7 to Leesburg. Take Rt. 15 Bypass north for 2.5 miles. Turn left onto Rt. 740 (Tutt Road). One half mile, turn left into Morven Park driveway. From Fredericksburg and I-95: North to I-495 toward Dulles Airport. Exit onto Rt. 7 West. Follow directions above. From Warrenton: North on Rt. 29 to Rt. 15. Turn left onto Rt. 15 and continue to Leesburg. Take Rt. 15 bypass north. Follow directions above.
Show Date:Opening Date:Closing Date:Judge:
Morven Park41793 Tutt Ln
Leesburg, VA 20176
11/39/310/25Kathy Rowse “S”
VADA/NOVA Schooling ShowAt Compass Rose Farm
Manager: Michelle Lachner, 703-851-2799, [email protected]: Judith Grass, 2901 Fox Mill Rd., Herndon, VA 20171 703-620-4923, [email protected] Fees: $30/Ride (Regular Test) $20 Late fee (if approved) $45/Pair (Pas de Deux) $30/Non-Compete Tests Offered: Intro through Grand Prix, Para-Equestrian, MFS Training through Grand Prix, Pas de Deux, USEA Eventing, Rider Tests, USEF Western DressageRide Times: Available Wednesday before the show, emailed to competitors and posted on websiteOther Info: Dogs should be kept on a leash or preferable left at home. Entries must have a completed entry form, signed Liability Release, a negative Coggins, and a check for the total amount due.Awards: High Score and Reserve High Score (excludes Intro, Rider’s Tests, MFS, Para-Eq, USEA, and Western)Directions: See facility website. www.compassrosefarm.com
Show Date:Opening Date:Closing Date:Judge:
2714 Logmill Rd.Haymarket, VA 20169
www.vadanova.org
10/6 Costumes Welcome!8/69/27 Deborah Hellen “L”
OCTOBER
4-7 LSColonel Bengt Ljungquist Memorial Championships
6 SSVADA/Nova, Compass Rose, Haymarket, [email protected]
7 SSCompass Rose, Haymarket, VAJudy Grass 703-620-4923 [email protected]
11-14 LSGAIG/USDF Regional Championships
28 SSMitchell Dressage, Southern Heritage, Midland,VAAnna Mitchell 5v40-630-2628 [email protected]
NOVEMBER
3 SSVADA/Nova Champion-ship Schooling Show, Mor-ven Park, Diann Landau 540-822-9052
2018 Calendar of Events
Always check the web site: www.vadanova.orgfor any changes or
corrections.
Key: LS= licensed show SS=schooling showVADA/Nova sponsored activities are in bold printVADA/Nova Partner shows are in italics.
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