C.H.A.P.S. News

Series comes to an end....

2008-06-03T07:59:00.000-07:00

To our competitors, horse show moms & dads, & trainers:

We would like to take an opportunity to thank each and every one of you for your continued support of our C.H.A.P.S. schooling shows. Natalie and I take great
pride in offering a show that is not only competitive, but fun and affordable.

We know how frustrating it is to have to travel up to 4 hours just to get to a decent show, and to have to shell out money for entry fees, stalls, food, lodging and gas. We've been there! This is why we do it! There is a lot of time, money, and preparation that goes into hosting a horse show, and believe it or not, we enjoy doing it! We make every effort to offer a variety of classes and a safe facility in which to compete. The feedback we receive from you makes it worthwhile. Knowing that you appreciate our efforts and continue to support our shows is the best thanks we could ask for.

We plan to host another C.H.A.P.S. Spring Series in 2009, and maybe a show this Fall as well. (This depends on whether Suz can convince hubby or not! She may be out of commission, depending on the pregnancy.) In the meantime, do know that Upper Mill's ring is available for schooling, we just ask that you call Suz ahead of time so she can have a heads-up.

Again, thank you all SO much for helping to make our 2008 Spring Series a success! We look forward to seeing you at the next show!

May the "Horse" be with you,
Susanna & Natalie

Congratulations to our Overall Series High Point Champion - Jessica Molnar and "Max"!
Final points and division Champion/Reserve placings will be posted shortly!

Lost...Equalizer Girth and Black Bridle Bag/Bridle

2008-04-24T08:24:00.000-07:00

**LOST** - Brand new Equalizer girth and black quilted bridle bag w/ black bridle inside. Bridle had a french link bit on it and there is a name inside the bag - Elms.

If you happened to pick these items up by mistake, please call Kathleen Elms @ 381-0853!!

**UPDATE** The Camera listed below has found it's owner ... yeaaaaaa!

Camera left at the show on Saturday!

2008-04-21T18:14:00.000-07:00

There was a small point and shoot Canon camera in a black case left at the show this past Saturday. If it is yours, please e-mail me (nataliekimball@aol.com) and I will make note. We can keep it until the next show -- or if you need it before then, Susanna has it!

April 19th Chaps Show

2008-04-21T08:31:00.001-07:00

We would like to thank everyone who participated in the April 19th CHAPS show! It was a beautiful day and the turn out was great! We hope to see you all at the next show on May 31st where series end awards will be given.
Payback winners won a grand total of $630!!!!!!
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Highpoint winner of the day - Lyndsie Moser riding 'Buster Brown' - Congratulations Lyndsie!

Beginner Walk-Trot
Champion - Ashley Fowlkes
Reserve - Kate Snelson

Maiden Walk-Trot-Canter
Champion - Shannon Elms
Reserve - Kaitlyn Fox

Pleasure
Champion - Buster Brown
Reserve - Skipa Hit Riley

Green Hunter
Champion - Buster Brown
Reserve - Too Cute to Boot

Low Hunter
Champion - Gentlemen Prefer Blondes
Reserve - Dody

Open Equitation
Champion - Brennan Perry
Reserve - Jessica Latham

Schooling Hunter
Champion - Over the Moon
Reserve - It's a Long Story

Open Hunter
Champion - Sweet Breyer Bay
Reserve - Southern Titan

News, Updates & Directions

2008-04-15T23:15:00.000-07:00

Friday, March 28, 2008

Just a Reminder!!

The next C.H.A.P.S. series show will be May 31, 2008 at Upper Mill Plantation.

Pre-Entries due by (today) Thursday, May 29th!

Monday, March 10, 2008

News, Updates & Directions

Thank you!!
Thank you to all who participated in today's horse show! We understand that Friday and Saturdays weather kept some of you from showing up. However, we had a beautiful day and the footing dried out great! Point standings from this show are now available!

Congratulations to Jessica Molnar and Max on their High Point for the day award. She received a very nice ribbon and a beautiful silver engraved tray (in memory of Captain Henry L. Buck).

Riders showing in today's payback classes won a grand total of $450 (WOW)!!!! Congratulations to all the lucky winners!

Green Hunter X-rails added to our Prize List!
We are adding a green hunter x-rails to our prize list -- it will run after the pleasure division and before the schooling break. We hope that this helps everyone out! Green hunters will be able to show over 2' as well, if able.
We adjusted the classes at the first show -- and have adjusted the points accordingly.
***Please note that the 18" option in the Low Hunter division will no longer be available.

Schooling Prior to the Show
Susanna wanted me to let everyone know that you are MORE than welcome to haul over to Upper Mill and school prior to the shows!

Please remember that you 'ride at your own risk' and that Susanna, her mother and I will NOT be held liable for any injuries while on their property.

Leadline Class added to our Prize List!
We've had several requests for a Lead line class. Susanna and I have decided that it would be a GREAT idea!! We will add a Lead line class (24a) after the schooling break if anyone has a little one that wants to show too :)

Directions to Upper Mill Plantation
*signs will be posted*

From Charleston: Hwy. 17N to Georgetown. Straight through light at McD's onto Hwy 701N towards Conway. Approx. 28 miles, going through Yauhannah and Bucksport communities. Turn right onto Old Bucksville Rd. Go 1.2 miles, first left after 2nd bridge onto Upper Mill Rd.

From Florence: Hwy. 501 towards Myrtle Beach into Conway. Look for KFC and Subway at 378/501 Int. Veer right onto road next to 501 overpass. Right at stop sign onto 701S. Go approx. 6.5 miles. Left onto Old Bucksville Rd. Go 1.2 miles, first left after 2nd bridge onto Upper Mill Rd.

From Wilmington: Hwy 17S to Hwy 9N. Take Hwy 31 towards Myrtle Beach -- Exit right onto Hwy 501 to Conway. Pass steam plant/Lake Busbee and over bridge. At base take a right, then another right at the light onto 701S. Go approx. 6.5 miles. Left onto Old Bucksville Rd. Go 1.2 miles, first left after 2nd bridge onto Upper Mill Rd.