This message is from: mabo...@aol.com
I'm writing in support of Barb Lynch's post about entering the Libby Evaluation. As a member of the Evaluation Committee and the co-organizer of the NFHR Virginia Evaluation, it is my sincere hope that Libby happens in 2013. I definitely appreciate the challenges in getting a critical mass of horses together for an Evaluation; several years ago I entered a 28 year old mare in conformation and performance tests to help make our numbers. The mare did fantastically well, but I digress. It really takes a village approach to hold an evaluation. I would encourage everyone to look at the Family Fjord tests. The Evaluation Committee has designed them to be welcoming for Fjord owners who primarily use their horse for recreational activities. The riding test is walk-trot only and involves simple obstacles. The foundation test involves leading your horse through some exercises. This test is great for young, unstarted horses as is the ground driving test. The driving test also is simple and designed for the new driver or new driving horse. I have entered two of my unstarted youngsters in the foundation test at the upcoming Virginia Evaluation and welcome the chance to earn a medallion of quality. So please, consider giving entering Libby for your horse, yourself, your fellow Fjord owners, and the NFHR. We have a very special breed and we need to support it. Margaret Bogie Ironwood Farm Rixeyville, VA ***22 days until the NFHR Virginia Evaluation, Frying Pan Park, Herndon, VA. Open to the public. Come join us!***** Important FjordHorse List Links: Subscription Management: http://tinyurl.com/5msa7e FH-L Archives: http://tinyurl.com/rcepw FH_L Shirts: http://tinyurl.com/8yky94l
