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Come for a fun night of dinner and dancing!

The Northeast Friesian Horse Club

presents the

2012 Annual General Meeting

&

 Banquet Ceremony Celebration

Once again at the lovely Crowne Plaza, Nashua, NH

Saturday, February 4, 2012

Reserve your tickets now!

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Year End Awards Results!

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Congratulations!!! to all Friesian year end winners and especially to

 Anne Wiske T. with Sandra Ierardi Horse of the Year (above right) with

 Bouke H and Alexis Ierardi (above left) reserve runner up,

 and Macht of the Manor with Wuff (below), owner Lynne Byers for third.

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January 1, 2011~

Happy New Year!!!

 

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Alexis Ierardi and Bouke H. 1st Place Costume and High Point Friesian, Topsfield Fair, Ma. 2011.

December 1, 2011~

On November 29, 2011, Bob Marvelle, loving father to Brandon and loving husband to Donna, lost his battle with cancer.

Bob was comforted to the end with them by his side.

  More news and information regarding services here.

  Please keep the Marvelle family in your prayers.  We will miss Bob deeply.

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October 24, 2011~

Dressage Benefit Show

and Social!!!

Sunday, October 23, 2011

From 10am. to 3pm.

at Ten Broeck Farm, Pepperrell, Ma

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Thank you to all who came to support this great cause.

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Brandon, Bob and Donna Marvelle at the benefit.

"Thank you so much (to everyone)...for having this benefit...I will always remember this day also, and all the people who made it possible..."  ~ Donna

This event brought many talented dressage rides, over 26 donations of auction items, and great food for all to share, the day was a very welcoming event for the 50+ people who attended throughout the day.  The incredible amount of support for our members in need was gladly given by those who cared and appreciated by those who welcomed their support.  A fun filled day with lots of laughter, great atmosphere and compassion, this is an event that will be remembered for many years to come as one of the most pleasant events filled with the company of so many talented, generous and gracious people.  A grand total of $2,637.00 was raised on behalf of our members battling cancer!

 A heartfelt thank you to everyone for all your support.

~ Alexis Ierardi, Benefit Chair ~

Dressage Test Results and Donor List(updated)

October 3, 2011~

Grand Champion of the 2011 Keur, 1st Premie and Mare Champion,  Onyx M.

with The Iron Spring Dressage Challenge Cup IBOP Champion, Bouke H. with Rider/Owner Alexis Ierardi

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Keur Results

All Fhana Results

Jelmer28 Champion Colt Champion
Colt

Jelmer

Owner:
Jan/Tinie
DeBoer
JepkeM18 Champion Filly Champion
Filly

Japke M.

Owner:
Thomas
Miedema
roelofvanWolfshol4 Champion Gelding Champion
Gelding

Roelof
van
Wolfshol

Owner:
Kristine
Erickson
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Keur Pictures Colts
Keur Pictures Fillies
Keur Pictures Geldings
Keur Pictures Mares
Keur Pictures IBOPs
 

"Reflecting on the Keuring, I am very pleased with the club members who made every effort to help the exhibitors by stepping up to run the horses when our scheduled runners were not able to attend. Our runners were Becca Eccard, Anna DeBoer, Ben Labrie and Jerome St. Louis, running their hearts out for fellow Friesian owners who anxiously hope that this moment in time will show their horse well. Also a past member who had been active with the club for many years, Margo Farnsworth came and did the recording of the results for FHANA. I would also like to thank Kelsey who helped by setting up, Susan Porter who once again was our announcer and did a fine job with her wonderful understanding of Friesian blood lines and name pronunciations, her soothing voice was most welcome.
To all those who participated and volunteered, a sincere thank you!"
~ Dianne Dakowicz, Vice President and Keur Co-Chair ~

September 17, 2011~

***  NOTICE  ***

Admire the Friesians.  Come have some fun!

Keur Update From Dianne Dakowicz

2011 Keuring
Location:
The Cheshire Fair Grounds
247 Monadnock Hwy Rt 12
Swanzey, NH
Thursday, September 22, 2011.
Beginning at 8 AM
Order of go (subject to change)
IBOP, Stallions, Geldings, Mares, Colts and Fillies
We are expecting 27 horses
4 IBOPS
3 Stallions
4 Geldings
11 Mares
5 Colts
4 Fillies
Hours: 8 AM thru about 2:30 PM
There will be food available for purchase at the site.
Coffee and freshly made donuts and lunch menu including: Soup Sandwiches and Salads, hot and cold drinks
There will be a silent auction and tack sale during the Inspections
(Bring your item to auction and/or your tack to sell)
Equixotics will be on site with Friesian designs on T-shirts and Sweatshirts
Eighth Generation Photographers
Hotel accommodations at discounted rate:
Best Western Plus Sovereign Hotel www.bestwesternkeenenh.com

!!!!PLEASE HELP!!!!
1)  If you are interested in volunteering to help pick up runners at the Manchester Airport
at 6:15 and shuttling them to The Best Western, Keene, NH.
 
2)  Also the Judges need transportation to Logan, Boston Sept 22nd after the Keur. Any help with transportation is much appreciated. Please email to

*** Thank You ***

 

August 1, 2011~

NEFHC is proud to host the Annual Keuring Inspections

September 22, 2011 in Swanzey, NH.

Exhibitor Registration Deadline with FHANA is August 15, 2011.

Additional Host Registration Required with NEFHC.

Please Contact

Dianne Dakowicz

for more information

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Heiner 2010 Champion Colt - Owner Tinie, Jan and Anne DeBoer, VT.

July 29, 2011~

The NEFHC Classic Horse Show
held on July 22nd, 23rd & 24th, 2011 was a
  Sold-Out Success, Two Years in the Running!!!
Congratulations to
ALL
who participated!
2011-FrontCoverShowbooklet Results
List here...



Pictures
 
HERE

Friesian Period Costume

Friesian Fantasy
Open Costume

Fairy Costume
Open Liberty

Friesian Liberty

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Macht of the Manor and Ethel Nye - Flag Ceremony

On behalf of everyone from the NEFHC Board and Show Committee

Thank You!

  The exhibitors were wonderful, the crowd was awesome, the vendors, sponsors and everyone involved made this show a fabulous success, once again.  Dressage had over 50 rides and the Pleasure ring was on fire!  Yes it was HOT (literaly).  But that did not stop all who trained so hard for this show.  All horses and exhibitors were kept quite cool with lots of baths, fans and hydration...an overall testament to the dedication and stamina of our members, exhibitors and all our beautiful horses.

  Job Well Done!

A few special words from two of the hardest working team players, Rick and Pam:

...You all should be very proud!

Thank You From Rick Drew

Thank You From Pam Moriarty

July 20, 2011~

NEFHC 2011 - Dressage Times

HERE...

Salute!

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July 18, 2011~

ARE YOU READY???

Exhibitors move in this Thursday.  Come one.  Come all.  Bring Friends.  Bring Family.

Come see your favorites.  Classes all day Friday and Saturday 8:30a.m. - 10:00 p.m.

Sunday all day dressage.

  Let The Show Begin

Ytsen - Iron Gate Farm Challenge Cup

Ytsen - 2010 Iron Gate Farm Challenge Cup winner

Lazy Stallion Friesians - Owner Billy and Caren Piazza 

July 1, 2011~

A FAMILY CAMPING TRIP FOR A CAZENOVIA GRADUATE

AND ALL THE CLAPP GIRLS!

Pam Clapp and her daughters went on a fun family camping trip with their Friesian horses last weekend at the Lake Luzerne, NY campground.  Pam is on her mare Lia, Ashton on her gelding Albert, and Alanna on her mare Tynke.  Pam says "What a fun time it was. They have a part of the campground that is set up for horses with box stalls, corrals, water, and several miles of trails that are nicely maintained....and they have showers! An affordable time even in this economy."  Ashton Clapp ALSO just graduated from Cazenovia College in NY with a degree in Business Equine Management and Breeding.  She is currently working for a local veterinarian hospital and is enjoying her time with her horses.  Congratulations Ashton!!!

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June 29, 2011~

It's Show Time!!!

NEFHC wishes to thank a generous sponsorship gift from our show vendor

 El Sueno Espanol.

Our vendor El Sueno Espanol has generously donated this bridle (a $250 value) to be presented to the winner of the Friesian Period Costume Class.

El Sueno Espanol is taking two vendor spots for an 10 x 20 booth and carries Spanish-Portuguese Dressage tack and attire!!!

She is also the IFSHA exclusive licensed dealer of the IFSHA Boutique.  Please support this and all vendors at our NEFHC Classic Horse Show.

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So get your show costumes ready.

It's Show Time!!!

June 27, 2011~

FHANA and NEFHC Member Julio Mendoza and the 9 year old American born Ster Stallion, Ivan Sport have qualified for the 2011 Pan American Games this October in Guadalajara, Mexico. Julio and Ivan earned the 3 scores that were needed over 60% at CDI Sanctioned Dressage Shows, to qualify and earn a spot representing Julio's native country of Ecuador.  Julio is very excited to have qualified on a Friesian and so proud of Ivan's accomplishments already being so young. To follow their progress visit: www.mendozadressage.com.

See Ivan Sport and Julio at Rolex 2011 here...

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May 24, 2011~

More Member/Friesian News!!!

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Antsje is a three year old Teade 392 Sport filly pictured here welcoming in the spring.  Starting her dressage training with FOM's newest FEI Classical Dressage Trainer David Donnelly, she is enjoying her new found training program.  What a pretty lady!

 Proudly owned by Robert LaBrie of Friesians of Majesty.

May 23, 2011~

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Happy 2nd Birthday Elsje Onyx.

Elsje is a beautiful two year old filly out of

 Lolke 371 Sport x Tsjerk 328 Sport Pref x Leffert 306 Pref.

  Proudly bred and owned by Friesians of Tranquility.

May 6, 2011~

Yay...more Northeast Friesians emerging from hibernation!

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(Above): Michelle Loulakis and Cindy Flaherty riding with Friesians and Friends.  Zeke clearly thinks he is going to be a Friesian when he grows up!

  (Remember the donkey in the Bud commercial?)

(Below): Heidi O'Connell, Lynda, Michelle Loulakis, Shelly Crawford & Fiance' Jason enjoying a spring trail ride.

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May 5, 2011~

Our members are starting to emerge from the long cold winter and entering the world with their amazing Friesians.  A big Congratulations!! go out to Jamie Cinq-Mars for her extraordinary reserve win debuting her beautiful newly hand sewn costume, which she and costume maker Sherri Blews spent countless hours over the winter months preparing, ready just in time for the derby.  Just stunning!

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Sonja K & Jamie Cinq-Mars winning IFSHA Region 1 Reserve Champion Period Costume at the 2011 CRAA Spring Derby.

(Held April 29-May 1)

May 4, 2011~

Anton 343 Sport at Rolex 2011

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Anton 343 Sport makes his national appearance at the Kentucky Horse Park for the 2011 Rolex Three Day Event (April 28-May1).  Greeting many visitors, this unmistakable 19 year old stallion, with hair now so long he easily steps on it, was a very happy gentleman enjoying all the affection of all who saw him.  Owners Scott and Shelley Kelnhofer brought Anton to the Rolex where he participated in many exhibits throughout the weekend for all the world to enjoy.  Magnificent!!!

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See Video Here

 

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March 12, 2011~

 

July 22nd, 23rd & 24th, 2011.
  Save the Date!

 The NEFHC Classic Horse Show
  Coming to Topsfield, Massachusetts
 
Support the Friesian!  Support the kids!  Support the fun!
 Sponsor form here
  Sponsorships due April 8, 2011.

January 25, 2011~

 

The Northeast Friesian Horse Club

 

Annual General Meeting

&

 Banquet Ceremony Celebration

held on January 22, 2011 at the Crowne Plaza in Nashua, NH was a fun time had by all.

See All Pictures Here...

WalkTrot Champ Brandon Jr. Exhib, Road Hack, OpenAm Champ Alexis Mathew Roy Michelle Peter 
     

Congratulations to the Juniors Exhibitors; Brandon Marvelle, Alexis Ierardi and Matthew Roy (above) who were among dozens of award winners.  And a special congratulations to Horse of the Year winner, Lynne Byers with Ethel Nye below.

HOY - 2011  Lynne Macht Wuff

read President's Outgoing Message here...

 

The following is an excerpt from the AGM Evening Program

(for a hard copy of the AGM Program

please contact sierardi@yahoo.com)

President’s Message

Thank you for being a part of our 2010-2011 Annual General Meeting and Awards Banquet Ceremony & Celebration. The 2010 year has been a terrific year that we all can be proud of.  Collectively we have all achieved some remarkable tasks, ranging from a record number in attendance at our Friesian Classic Horse Show, Keur preparations having the highest number of STER ratings in the lower North America (second to a Canadian Keur) with a sellout “Dinner with the Judges” and a phenomenal Friesian Exhibition of many disciplines via our grand presence at the Equine Affaire.  I saw some great personal growth with our members and their horses as they began trail riding with their green horse, or started to drive, having great fun in Dressage, Eventing, jumping and trick training with their Friesians.  Our club member Lolke 371 Sport was fortunate to be among the elite in the World Equestrian Games Opening Ceremony and made a visit of a lifetime to see his 19 year old mother in Connecticut, also home of Gerlof 294, the oldest living approved stallion.  Our Medal and sustaining sponsors turned out in support of this new team with great vigor of which has been hi-lited all year on our website.  The Website took on a new look and many technical enhancements such as PayPal and on-line registration forms that were met with great success.  Our membership has grown with many new members joining and we also added a new business membership for non-Friesian owners, wanting to tap into our market with new services and products.

And yes, with our great successes we have been met with some very sad losses.  We continue to pray for Delia Fox for the passing of her husband Lou Fox, who both represented the true essence of Friesian ownership of their unbeatable and undefeated 15 year old Friesian Gelding, Jorrit fan de Kromme Jelte.  Delia continues to show great strength during her own medical challenges and difficult times, but be rest assured; we are all here for her.  We were also met with tragic losses of some fabulous member horses including the Great Nannu as Scott and Shelley Kelnhofer lovingly called their FPS Approved Stallion Nanning 374, and for the loss of Alfons, the first driving horse of Robert and Laurie Labrie, who performed for so many audiences up and down the East Coast and at the Worlds in Ohio and was their son Ben’s ‘lesson’ horse.  We also had some members who personally suffered major injuries and accidents, and are thankful for the near and/or full recovery of Morgan O’Neil, Rick Jones and Cindy Flaherty.  There are so many to thank for all of your support and our successes throughout the year, and I fear I might miss some, so I’ll keep my list short to my children Alexis and Ryan; for them I’m especially thankful for their patience, love and kindness.

Through all our challenges on and off our horses, in and out of the barn, take time to hug your friends, family and a most especially, a Friesian.

~ Best Wishes to all for a successful 2011 ~

Peter Ierardi, NEFHC President

 

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December 2010 ~

"Congratulations to all who sent in their points and who participated out there on the show circuit this year."  ~  Pam Moriarty, Points Secretary

2010 Year End Point Standings Here...

January 12, 2011~

Uldrik 457 Champion! Two Years Running.
January 8, 2011

"It's not many stallions that can claim for themselves two time champion. Uldrik 457 did it, after last year with the championship at the Stallion show and was again Saturday by the Inspector Henk Bleker made champion. Maybe it was the championship of the Dries 421 son now even more convincing than last year. He combines a beautiful breed type with the most impressive his trot. With lots of impulsion from his powerful hind legs and a nice foreleg. With a little more balance in trotting Uldrik gave the jury the key to choose him over Tsjalle 454. The Mintse 384 son and reigning Dutch champion for the gig, is also a stallion with a surplus of racial expression." ~ FHANA(and more info on stallion testing)

2011 Stallion Central Keuring Champions - Uldrik 457 Champion - group 1

2011 Stallion Central Keuring Champions - Uldrik 457 Champion - group 2

2011 Stallion Central Keuring - 46 minutes long, but worth it

2010 Stallion Lap of Honor - Uldrik 457 Champ, Norbert 444 Reserve

2009 Stallion Central Keuring Champions - Maurus 441 Champ, Doaitsen 420

2008 Stallion Central Keuring Champion - Haitse 425 Champ, Beart 411 Reserve Champ

Other Central Keuring Videos below

Leffert 306 Pref at 2011 Stallion Show

Lolke 371 Sport - Stallion Show 2008

Jasper 366 - Stallion Show 2007

Mintse 384 - Central Keuring 2005 Champion

 

January 1, 2011~

Thank you for a terrific year.  With the many great successes our club achieved including the Classic Show, Keuring and Equine Affaire, our membership proved it's dedication and passion for the support of the noble Friesian Horse.  With the upcoming AGM, I wish to see ALL of our members and enthusiasts come out and enjoy an evening to celebrate the greatest horse on earth.  Spread the word.  Bring a friend.  Share our joy of the Friesians and have fun with family and friends.  And most of all I wish you all a safe and Happy New Year.

  ~ Peter Ierardi, NEFHC President

Happy New Year!!!

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~ ~ May 2011 find you in good health, happiness, prosperity and bless you with a Friesian in your pocket. ~ ~ 

 

A little New Year's horse'n around to start your 2011 off with a smile.

"If the world was truly a rational place, men would ride sidesaddle."
Rita Mae Brown

"I never play horseshoes 'cause Mother taught us not to throw our clothes around."
Mr. Ed (The "Talking Horse" of the 1960's TV Series)

"I ride horses because it's the only sport where I can exercise while sitting down."
Joan Hansen

"Riding:  The art of keeping a horse between you and the ground."
Anonymous

"Look, Mommy,he's wearing bell-bottoms!"
A small child's reaction to seeing a Clydesdale's fetlock "feathers"

"People on horses look better than they are.  People in cars look worse than they are."
Marya Manners

"Want to end up with a million bucks in the horse business?  Start out with 5 million."
Anonymous

"How do you catch a loose horse?  Make a noise like a carrot."
British Cavalry Joke

"You can lead a horse to water, but if you can teach him to roll over and float on his back, then you got something."
Joe E. Lewis

"I've spent most of my life riding horses.  The rest I've just wasted."
Anonymous

"Horses do think.  Not very deeply, perhaps, but enough to get you into a lot of trouble."
Patricia Jacobson & Marcia Hayes, A Horse Around the House

"A good New Years's resolution is like an old horse, which is often saddled but rarely ridden."
Mexican Proverb

 

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