The Area I YR Program has instituted an email system with timely news of upcoming YR clinics,
camp, training sessions, etc. If you have not received these emails and would like to be included
in this list, please forward your email address to loschiav@tops-tele.com.
Ashley MacVaugh Clinic at Ledyard Farm - May 31st- June 1st. Upper Level Clinic for those YRs
who have had at least one season of Training Level and above. Please send in your
applications as soon as possible, limited to 15 riders.
Camp GMHA opening date is just around the corner, April 17th. If you want to attend you must
send in your 2008 YR membership in order to receive a camp application. Please note the date
changes – July 14-16th. New for this year - we are holding a training session for those Young
Riders who are planning on going to the GMHA ½*.
NAJYRC Team Candidates – please send in your team applications if you are planning on trying out
for this years Championships. The deadline is April 15th.
The official word from the USEF is that the NAJYRC qualifications will remain the same as they
were last year. Candidates for the NAJYRC can go to the Young Rider web site to get more info
about the championship: www.youngriders.org
YOUNG RIDERS: We are pleased to offer a separate Bulletin Board for you to use to ask questions
and seek information specifically about the Young Rider Program. Many thanks to our webmaster
for agreeing to coordinate this effort. As with all postings, submissions must comply with the
Bulletin Board Rules (linked at the top of the Bulletin Board page). We
hope you will find this new resource helpful.
CLINICS
Ashley MacVaugh Clinic at Ledyard Farm - May 31- June 1
Wenham, MA
Registration form
QUALIFICATIONS FOR J/YR CHAMPIONSHIPS IN NORTH AMERICA, EFFECTIVE IN 2007:
Level Qualifications
Age
CH*-J CCI* or 2 CIC*
14 - 18
CH**-YR 1 CCI** or 2 CIC** or [1 CH* and 1 CIC**]
16 - 21
CH-J* competitors are required to submit IHP fees and FEI Passports.
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CONTACTS
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Nici Hornblower
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Young Rider Coordinator
NAJYRC Chef D’Equip
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young-riders@area1usea.org
508-481-9630
12 Clifford St., Southborough, MA 01772
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Ashley MacVaugh
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NAJYRC Team Coach
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ashley@ashleymacvaugh.com
978-468-2424
93 Bridge Street, Hamilton, MA 01982
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Camp GMHA
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Michael Robbins
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Active YR Representative
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Subsonic14@aol.com
978-852-8539
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Lynn Huggins
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Young Rider Co-Coordinator
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lghuggins@msn.com
978-371-9956
54 Hawthorne Lane, Concord, MA 01742
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PROGRAM OVERVIEW
Purpose and Benefits
The Young Riders Program is open to children 21 years of age and under who live in Area
I and are competing at the Beginner Novice level and above.
The purpose of the program is to provide educational opportunities designed to teach
young eventers the skills they need to compete safely and effectively, as well as the
techniques they must have to meet the challenges of moving to the upper levels of
competition. Competition begins at Area I events and can lead to selection as an Area
I team member. The Area I teams and riders represent Area I at the one- and two-star
North American Young Riders Championships (NAYRC) held each summer. The Young Rider
program, however, is about a lot more than competing. Participants experience:
Friendship among members, camaraderie, good sportsmanship, and group fundraising,
which are all cultivated within the organization. Commitment, teamwork and
horsemanship are just a few of the lessons learned that are carried into adulthood.
When you join the Area I Young Riders program you receive:
- The opportunity to meet and work with other Young Riders
- Free course walks at selected events with participating upper level riders
- The opportunity to apply and take part in the Young Riders camp
- The chance to represent Area I at the North American Young Riders Championships
- The advantage of training with top riders and coaches
- Access to a supportive group dedicated to helping you succeed in the sport of Eventing
FORMS AND DUES
Area I Young Rider Program Membership Application
Required for participation in Area I Young Rider Program
USEA (United States Eventing Association) Membership Application
Required for participation in GMHA Camp and NAYRC
NAYRC Team Application
Required for participation in North American Young Riders Championships
BUDGET AND FUNDRAISING
THE YOUNG RIDERS ORGANIZATION IS PRIMARILY SUPPORTED BY FUNDS WE RAISE OURSELVES.
THESE FUNDS OFFSET THE EXPENSES OF THE DEVELOPMENT PROGRAM AND SUPPORT OUR TEAMS.
FUNDRAISING IS EVERY MEMBER'S RESPONSIBILITY.
The Area I Young Riders goal is to fund their programs to the extent that members can participate
in activities without being limited by their financial situation. This way, riders and horses can
be selected to participate in the GMHA Camp or NAYRC team based on their skill and accomplishments,
rather than their family’s ability to pay.
SPONSORS AND PATRONS
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2007 AREA I NAYRC SPONSORS
Many thanks to their generous support - please visit them!
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Ledyard Farm,
www.ledyardfarm.com, (978) 468-9522
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The Complete Equestrian Tack Shop – “Your Favorite Items With Friendly, Personal Service!”
Hunter * Eventing * Dressage, 36 North Rd., Bedford, MA 01730 781-275-0233
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Dover Saddlery - Featuring Thousands of Brand-Name Products for the Equestrian,
www.doversaddlery.com 1-800-989-1500
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Spectrum Graphics and Print - Creative Printing Services,
www.insidespectrum.com 845-473-4400
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Pegasus Tack Shop,
429 Great Rd., Acton, MA 01720 978-263-4222
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SPONSORS PATRONS
Far View Farm Ward Belcher
Helen H. Ayer Caroline Merison
Tammy & Tom Erickson John Pingree
Fitch’s Corner
FRIENDS
Jessica Cooney
Deb & Dan Cui
Valerie & Terrance Murphy
Michelle Brochu
Stephen Roy Monument Co.
Debra Milasincic
Ann & Michael Kelly
Sandra & Sam Niles
Sandra & Robert Janiga
Alison & Immy De Lavis
Vershire Riding School
Suzanne Adams
Linda & William Bogins
Barbara-Ann Stultz
Christine Stiller
Dr. Mary Kahan, DVM
Ashley MacVaugh
Terry York – Tally Ho Farm
Senna Marie Pitt
Mary & Bruce Letwin
Julia & Henry Sharpe
Regina & Sebastian Cristo
Maria & James Guyer
Barbara & Paul Pizza
Alexandra Pingree
Anne McComb
Ann & George Cook
Ann & Dean Jewitt
Brookvale Pines Farm
