AHDRA
The Arabian Horse Distance Riding Association
The Arabian horse has followed man through hundreds of years and multiple changes; from the Arabian Desert to America. It has influences in horse breeds such as the American Quarter Horse, Thoroughbred, Mustang, Morgan, and many more. It is one of the few real foundations of what we know as horses. This increadible horse, originating from the heat of the desert, sun, sand and little water has influenced our lives and managed to find a home in our hearts as a most amazing breed. Their capabilities of stamina, endurance, and competitive behavior have enabled them to compete--most successfully--in in one of the most challenging equestrian sports, Endurance, Limited Distance, and Competitive Trail. The Arabian Horse Distance Riding Association works to not only support, but promote, the apparent successfulness and natural, astonishing ability the Arabian Horse shows in this discipline. If you compete in a ride outside of UMECRA (the Upper Midwest Endurance and Competitive Riding Association) you MUST report these rides within two weeks for the points to count.
Congratulations to the Arabian Horse Association National Championship Competitors! We heard that it was a challenging course, but a lot of fun. Well done all! Congrats specifically to:
Christine Lazzarini has created a new documentary about Endurance Horse Riding called "Arabian Silk: Horses of Endurance." Not only winning the Audience Choice Award, it also was a finalist at the Reno Film Festival. Karen Chaton wrote a review, which can be seen at http://enduranceridestuff.com/blog/2009/06/review-arabian-silk-horses-endurance/ "This heart-warming and intriguing film inspects the fastest growing equestrian discipline of Endurance Horse Racing. The story follows Roger, an endurance horse, through his life of racing and illuminates the powerful friendship between him and his rider, Jerry. the sport has been described as arduous and painful, as well as pleasant and fulfilling. At its most grueling, Endurance Racing demands a horse and rider go 100 miles in under 24 hours. With only few mandatory breaks for rest, racers endure seemingly endless hours of hard riding under the desert sun during the day and couragously trek through the ominous darkness of pitch-black night. The purity of the connection between horse and rider is poignant and inspiring, as you watch the bond strengthen into deep, touching friendship as they go through trial and triumph." (Christine Lazzarini). To see trailers for the movie, go to www.arabiansilk.com Christine will be at the AERC Convention in February to sell the "Arabian Silk" DVD. For further information go to "Arabian Silk's" website or www.gypsymothproductions.com
Consider sending Jen Allen an email at sydney1410@yahoo.com Emails are sometimes being bounced back to the sender, indicating that we do not have your correct address. The best way to ensure we have it right is to send a quick note directly to her so she can add you in her address book! If you have not heard from Chris or Jen via email before, please do this. We may need to send you a quick update, news, emergency cancellations, or see how your season is going. Thanks!
Want to chat with AHDRA Members? AHDRA has an online group, which can be found at http://sports.groups.yahoo.com/group/ahdra You can ask questions, post messages, find links to more distance organizations, and check out AHDRA members' pictures!
