In this Issue
- NRHA European Futurity
- NRHA Derby Show
- Entry Level – Green, Ride & Slide
- NRHA Inside Reining – Upcoming Shows
- NRHA European Nomination Deadline Approaching
- NRHA Regional Director and Officer Elections
- RHSF / Leson Raffle
- Rick Weaver's President’s Letter
Sponsor Spotlight

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Fun Reining Stuff
Become a Fan of NRHA on Facebook
Become a Fan of Anderson Bean Boot Company on Facebook
Great for Reiners - Classic Equine Safety Wrap Boots!
Alltech FEI World Equestrian Games Blog – Featuring Lisa Coulter
2010 NRHA Bylaw Change Timeline
April 3 – Bylaw change proposals from members due
Aug. 1 – Bylaw change voting opens
Aug. 31 – Bylaw change electronic voting closes
Refer to page 7 in the NRHA Handbook to find out more about Bylaw change procedures including mail-in paper ballots.
2010 Regional Clinic Schedule
March 14 - San Marcos, CA
Andrea Fappani
April 24 & 25 - Bryan, TX
Nathan Piper & Casey Deary
May 1 & 2 - Morrisville, NY
Craig Johnson & Jerry Coleman
May 21 & 22 - Davenport, IA
Shawn Flarida & Mike Davis
May 29 & 30 - Eagle Point, OR
Tom McCutcheon & Todd Bergen
All ages of riders are welcome with proceeds going to benefit NRHyA. Contact Brian Bendele for more information.
Rookie Day Clinic Schedule
Gain more skills in Reining at these fun and educational clinics.
March 27 - Scottsdale, AZ
May 15 - Hayden, CO
June 12 - Ardmore, OK
June 13 - East Troy, WI
July 10 - Jackson, OH
Aug 14 - Bourbon, IN
Get more details and contact information now!
NRHA European Futurity
The 2010 NRHA European Futurity & NRHA Show runs March 7-13 in Kreuth, Germany. Plenty of information is posted online to help reiners make their way to Kreuth including: the schedule, conditions, entry form, a checklist, current show news and hotel information. The show also hosts a full slate of open and non pro ancillary competition, will be NRHA-approved and run under NRHA rules. Ancillary entries are still open – ENTER NOW!
NRHA Derby Show
June 21-26 • Oklahoma City
• 40% increase in Non Pro Derby added money
• Newly renovated schedule that is more convenient for non pros
• Two full slates of ancillary classes with increased added money in the second slate
• New ancillary high-point Montana Silversmiths buckles
Read about more great changes made for the 2010 Derby Show!
Entry Level – Green, Ride & Slide
Come play with NRHA in the recently approved, revolutionary entry-level program that welcomes riders of all backgrounds to the Reining arena. The entry-level format provides a fun, educational and family-oriented ladder of competition with an inexpensive $20 Associate membership. Each rung of the ladder welcomes beginning reiners to compete with others of the same skill level while gaining more experience. In addition, an awards program recognizes riders for their achievements. Find a list of entry level shows now!
NRHA Inside Reining – Upcoming Shows
NRHA Inside Reining currently airs Mondays at 8:30 and 11:30 p.m. (EST) and Saturdays 6:30 p.m. (EST) on In Country Television, which can be found on DISH Network Channel 230. NRHA Inside Reining on In Country Television will also air on DIRECTV Channel 344.
NRHA European Nomination Deadline Approaching
The NRHA European Futurity is open to all four-year-old reining horses until the 2013 event at which time only horses nominated to the NRHA Nomination Program can enter. The new NRHA European Nomination Program starts with 2009 European born foals with the 230€ nomination fee due by March 31, 2010.
NRHA Regional Director and Officer Elections
NRHA members are encouraged to participate in this year’s Regional Director and Officer Elections. Affiliate and member nominations for many of these elections begin in April, so visit the Members’ Only area to find out when the nomination and election periods are for your region.
RHSF / Leson Raffle
Donn Leson Raffle Tickets can be purchased for $20 each to benefit RHSF’s involvement in the 2010 Alltech® FEI World Equestrian Games. Send an e-mail now for more information.

