Lowe Show Horse Centre Newsletter: Summer 07.13.14

Celebrations and Transitions

We are all in the throws of summer - the Region 3 Championship marks a turning point each year for me, as the barn transitions to preparing for the National shows. It's also the show that probably sums up the year that I've had. Showing in four regions beginning in April and ending in July can be a marathon. Yet somehow, the biggest little city in the world with the heat of summer is also one of the most enjoyable shows for its light-hearted atmosphere and well-organized social events. While a number of people in the business have done great work to make the shows even more fun and exhibitor friendly, Region 3 deserves credit for putting on such a fun accessible regional show year after year.

Back at the farm we had a number of reasons to celebrate too. On Saturday evening, our longtime staff member Jorge's daughter Frieda celebrated her quincenera at the farm. A transition of a girl we've watched grow up on our farm. Men, women and children in their finest were enjoying great food and music. All the while a foal was being born at the farm. Usually mares will wait until the evening for the quiet and privacy of the dark of night. Instead, Jorge in his formal wear with his shirt sleeves rolled up was delivering a foal with the steady thumping of music in the background. Cantina Barbie (DS Major Afire x Mi Barbie Doll by Matoi) foaled out a beautiful filly sired by Heritage Bey King (Aa Apollo Bey x Heritage Essence by El Magato). As what can only happen on a horse farm, we celebrated Frieda's important birthday as well as the birth of a foal.

As I head out to Youth Nationals, I can't help but think of all of the transitions the young riders of our industry are going through. Some are graduating high school and moving to college marking their last Youth Nationals. Others might be moving up an age division from walk-trot to 13 & under or going from 13 & under to 14-18. In the midst of some of the best competition, highlighting the future of our industry, I can't help but think what great people in general our youth who ride and show become. This regardless of any ribbon or title is a cause to celebrate.

Jim

Around The Barn This Week

Riding Lessons are on as scheduled.

Jim leaves for Youth Nationals on July 13.Good luck to all of our Lowe Riders at Youth Nationals!

Region 3

We showed 7 horses at Region 3 in Reno, Nevada. Noble Vision ("Jerry") showed off his giraffe-like neck sweeping the Half-Arabian English classes. Congratulations to new owners Claudia and Jamie Costanzo for your purchase of this talented horse! Sofa King Suite ("Kingsley") and Jim went Unanimous Champion in Half-Arabian Country English Pleasure and Top Fives in ATR and Select with Roxy Shelgren. Mademoiselle Noir was Reserve Champion in the HA Country English Pleasure Junior Horse with Jim. She was bred on the farm sired by Mamage and a full sister to Sofa King Suite, and now proudly owned by Beth Jupp. Penelope Krewse ("Penny") was Reserve Champion with Jim in the HA Show Hack. Sarah Jayne Johnson and Major Applause GA went Top Five in Saddle Seat Equitation and Sidesaddle. Bayberry Bey won his class in the pre-show for Emily Holden. Congratulations to the Lowe Riders on an amazing and fun show. Thank you to all who came out to support the barn!

Outside of the Barn

Lowe Rider Andria Kidd launches a new CD of her Musical Cowboy Poetry on July 15th called Sespe Lullaby. You can listen to her new releases and get updates at www.reverbnation.com/andriakidd/

Andria and SKIPS RAFFTEEKA ("Teeka") showed what great spirit Lowe Riders are made of at Region 2 when she was thrilled to compete at her first regionals after being out of the ring for a while. Andria's enthusiasm was a wonderful addition to a great show.

Join the Lowe Riders Riding Academy!

We are gearing up for summer camp and lessons. Send your kids. Tell your friends. Contact us by phone using our contact information below or email us at loweridersacademy@gmail.com

What's Ahead...

July 19-26 Youth Nationals, Albuquerque, NM
August 11-16 Canadian Nationals, Brandon, MB, Canada
August 29-31 AHASC Fall Show, Santa Barbara, CA
September 17 Gayle Lampe visit, Lowe Show Horse Centre, Somis, CA