The premiere performance was a delight! I watched Sherman doing his stuff aboard his mount "Honeymoon" and realized how little I actually knew about reining. I'll have to track his wife down today and pepper her with questions as to how they accomplish their movements and what the "ideal" is for a reining horse.
The Nebraska Dressage Association was represented by a Quadrille team made up of riders from the Platte Valley Chapter. The quadrille, choreographed by Felice Rose and set to music by Kimmie Peterson was a nice display of talented dressage amateurs.
Today, minus a dog, and with more time for wandering, I plan on attending a couple of the lectures. Dr. Black's (of Grenta) is the leader of a discussion about hoof issues. I hope he can provide me with some insight on how to deal with Dobby's plaguing feet problems.
Also today Matt McLaughlin, the featured dressage professional will be giving a demonstration ride/lecture in addition to his big performace. According to the program, McLaughlin will cover Steps and Movements from 3rd level and beyond.
If you haven't already done so, I do recommend spending a day at the horse expo. There are enough equine vendors, lectures and demo rides to justify the $9.00 gate fee.
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