Eastern New York

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    • January 01, 2026
    • 9:00 AM
    • December 31, 2026
    • 11:59 PM


    Hello Everyone

    EVENT LIST for 2026

    We are excited to share with you our event plans for 2026. This list is for your information only and subject to change.   

    Go to the specific event to sign up.  





    Winter Series at Dover Saddlery

    January18: First Aid: What to Do Before the Vet Arrives with Dr. Jeanine Messak

    March 1: Equine Nutrition with Michelle Mulcahy, CPCC 


    April 13: D4K - Training4Teaching with Lendon Gray at Cricket Hill, Ancramdale, NY

    April  19: Jumping clinic with Margie Hutchison at Larkin Hill, North Chatham, NY

    April 17 - October 04, 2026: Online Virtual Dressage Shows.

    Spring show entries open 4/17-5/10; Summer show entries open 7/17- 8/09; Fall show entries open 8-29 - 9/20; Fall show entries open 8/29 - 9/20 (Qualifier for 2027 Finals);Empire State Virtual Dressage Finals and Open Show entries open 9/11-10/04.

    April 24-26: Linda Zang clinic at Asolare Farm, Saratoga, NY

    May 16 & 17: Beth Baumert clinic at Winter wood Farm, Ballston Spa, NY

    June 6 & 7: Tom Noone clinic at Larkin Hill, North Chatham, NY

     June 7: Schooling show #1 at Winterwood Farm, Ballston Spa, NY

    June 29 (rain date July 6):Cross Country Clinic with Marcia Kulak at Larkin Hill, North Chatham, NY

    July 18: Fix-A-Test/Fix-A-Round at Trilogy Equestrian Center, Ballston Spa, NY

    September 27th:  Jessica Van Eyck Clinic at Frey Stables.  Fultonville, NY 

    Oct. 3 - Oct. 18: Online auction 

    Oct. 31 - Nov. 1: Beth Baumert Clinic at Winterwood Farm, Ballston Spa, NY

    November 14: Banquet/YEA 

    If you volunteer at least 4 hours a year, you are eligible for scholarships ($500 for a junior and $500 for an adult). 



    • October 30, 2026
    • 1:00 PM
    • November 01, 2026
    • 4:00 PM
    • Winterwood Farm
    Register


    There are 3 Ride Spots Left!

    Auditor Spots all 3 days


    ENYDCTA Clinic with Beth Baumert

    October 30 -  November 1, 2026

    10/30: 1 - 5 

    10/31: 9 - 5:30

    11/1: 8:30 - 4:00


    Instructor/Amateur Clinic with Beth Baumert

    USDF Certified Trainer & Instructor, L grad *

    Author of "When Two Spines Align" & "How Two Minds Meet"



    About Beth Baumert

    Beth was the initial editor for Dressage Today magazine beginning in 1994, and she later served as their technical editor for more than twenty years. In that capacity, she was in constant contact with the best dressage riders in the world as they wrote about the technical aspects of dressage. From this depth of knowledge, she wrote When Two Spines Align: Dressage Dynamics, which was released in 2014 by Trafalgar Square books and in 2020, the sequel, How Two Minds Meet, came out.

    Beth is on the Board of Directors of The Dressage Foundation (TDF) and has served as President and CEO since 2014. Based in Lincoln, Nebraska, TDF is on a mission to cultivate and provide financial support for the advancement of dressage. To that end, TDF awards grants, scholarships and prizes to promising riders, instructors, trainers, judges and breeders of dressage horses. Beth and her husband live in Columbia CT and Wellington FLth Baumert is a Certified Trainer and Instructor with the United States Dressage Federation (USDF) and is an "L" graduate with distinction of the USDF judging program. Beth and her husband Alan have two sons who live in New York City and Colorado. Their daughter, Grand Prix dressage rider Jennifer Baumert, represented the US in the 2019 Pan American Games and trains in Wellington Florida.


    Beth was the initial editor for Dressage Today magazine beginning in 1994, and she later served as their technical editor for more than twenty years. In that capacity, she was in constant contact with the best dressage riders in the world as they wrote about the technical aspects of dressage. From this depth of knowledge, she wrote When Two Spines Align: Dressage Dynamics, which was released in 2014 by Trafalgar Square books and in 2020, the sequel, How Two Minds Meet, came ouBeth is on the Board of Directors of The Dressage Foundation (TDF) and has served as President and CEO since 2014. Based in Lincoln, Nebraska, TDF is on a mission to cultivate and provide financial support for the advancement of dressage. To that end, TDF awards grants, scholarships and prizes to promising riders, instructors, trainers, judges and breeders of dressage horses. Beth and her husband live in Columbia CT and ENYDCTA is proud to be able to

    bring quality instruction to the Northeast.


    Speaker system so you can hear Beth & the rider as she teaches. 

    LOCATION:

    Winterwood Farm

    6091 County Farm Road, Ballston Spa, NY


    COSTS:

    Payments for Rides/Auditing under Ticket Tab

    Riders:

    $130 per ride - members

    $160 per ride - non-members

    Auditors:

    $10 per day for members

    $25 per day non-members

    $5 on Friday afternoon (1/2 day) 

    Lunch:

    Lunch is included in your registration for Sat & Sun

    Cancellation Fee (to cover the credit card fees):

    $8 per ride for Riders

    $2 per day for Auditors

    Refund Policy

    Closing date: 

    No refunds after closing date, but we will refund your money

    minus a cancellation fee if we can fill your spot.REGISTER::

    Closing Date: 10/24/2026

    Make sure you have all your information ready when you register, you can't go back in multiple times to add information

    Vaccinations*, coggins, releases can be sent later

    if needed to the secretary (see contacts below)

    Three Required Documents:

    1.Vaccinations -EEE/WEE (w/in 1 yr), Flu/Rhino w/in 6 mo.

    2.Coggins (w/in 1 yr)

    3.ENYDCTA Release Form

     *In the case of vaccines administered by a person other than a veterinarian, the exhibitor, upon request by Management, must provide a receipt of the vaccine purchase which is signed by the owner, or agent with care, custody, and control of the horse; name, serial number and expiration date of the vaccine; and date of vaccine administration.


    RELEASE FORM TO SIGN:

    Release - Click Here


     In the case of vaccines administered by a person other than a veterinarian, the exhibitor, upon request by Competition Management, must provide a receipt of the vaccine purchase which is signed by the owner, or agent with care, custody, and control of the horse; name, serial number and expiration date of the vaccine; and date of vaccine administration. so

    STABLING:

    All stabling arrangements/arrival/departure/payments

    are to be made with the barn owner.



    CONTACTS

    Clinic Secretary:

    Krystal Wilt


    Scheduler:

    TBA


    ENYDCTA President:

    Joy Black 

    518-895-2244; joymb49@gmail.com

    Joy Black, 

    518-895-2244; joymb49@gmail.com 


    • October 30, 2026
    • 1:00 PM
    • November 01, 2026
    • 3:15 PM
    • Winter Wood, 6043 County Farm Road, Ballston Spa, NY 12020
    Register

    Volunteer sign-up for the Beth Baumert Clinic

    10/30: 1 - 5 pm

    10/31: 9 - 5:30 pm

    11/1: 8:30 - 3:15 pm

    LOCATION:

    Winterwood Farm

    6043 County Farm Road, Ballston Spa, NY 12020

    Please note this is the address for

    clinic/trailer parking in the field adjacent to the farm



    We need help to set up before the clinic starts and during the clinic on Friday - Sunday. Free auditing if you help.  


    Contact Cailin Sanford 


    518-573-1922: sanford.cailin@gmail.com





  • Register

    New This Year!

    Presenting the 2026 Bucket Challenge!   Trainers...get your students involved to create a fun themed bucket.  Barns Owners/Managers...get your boarders involved!  Friends...wrangle up your riding buddies!  You can participate as an individual or as a group effort! See more below!

    Timing:

    November 14, 2026

    Buckets will be auctioned off (silently) at the Year End Awards Banquet

    Location TBD

    Buckets should be brought to the ENYDCTA Banquet


    **If you do not plan to attend the banquet you can still participate! Please arrange for someone in your group to bring the bucket OR reach out to allow us to help you**

    Contact Person:

    Stephanie Scribner: ENYDCTAAuction@gmail.com

    Call/Text: 518 428 4698 

    How it works:

    *Fill a bucket with goodies. 
    *Choose your own theme

    *Get creative!

    *It does NOT have to involve horses!

    *Bring the bucket with you (or arrange for transportation beforehand) to the ENYDCTA Year End Awards Banquet on November 14th

    Awards will be given to TWO buckets:

    1. Highest Selling Bucket - For the Bucket that sells at the highest price

    2. People's Choice - Voted on for creativity and visual appeal 

    Who Can Join The Fun?

    EVERYONE!

    *Trainers! 

    *Barn Friends

    *Riding Buddies

    *Individuals

    *Businesses


    You can create or participate in multiple groups, there are no limitations.  If everyone pitches in ($5, etc) you can create a really fun bucket!

    Need Ideas for Your Bucket?

    *Horse or Human First Aid

    *Rainy Day Horse Movie Night

    *Snuggle up with a good Horse Book

    * Make your own Horse-Treats Kit

    *Tubby Time Horse Wash

    *Local Business Bucket

    *Lottery Ticket Bucket

    *Fitness or Training Aids Bucket

    *Pamper Yourself

    *Pamper Your Horse

    *Horse Show Snack Attack

    *Tack Cleaning Tote


    Have an idea for a theme?  We are SO EXCITED to see what you come up with!


    Registration is encouraged so we know what you're bringing but it is NOT REQUIRED.  We hope you'll join the fun during our first bucket challenge!


    This is a FUN event designed for group involvement, building community, and the funds will go toward hosting affordable clinics and shows.


    • November 14, 2026
    • 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM
    • Augie's Family Style Italian Restaurant
    • 52
    Register


    Banquet, Annual Meeting & 

    Year-End Awards


    Speaker - Karry Brothers 


    About Speaker

    Karry Brothers is an equestrian trainer, dressage judge, and co-owner of Emerald Glen Equestrian Center in Stephentown, NY. A USDF L Graduate with Distinction, USDF Bronze Medalist, and USEF “r” Western Dressage Judge, Karry specializes in traditional and Western dressage, equine biomechanics, test strategy, and helping riders overcome anxiety and physical limitations. Her passion is helping horses and riders develop confidence, improve movement, and reach their full potential.


    Are you new to ENYDCTA and do not know anyone? 

    Don't let that stop you!! 

    It will be a great way to make new connections;

    we are a warm and friendly group.  


    All members, especially those applying for year end awards, please send a photo for the slide show, including your name and your horse's name to:

     jennifer.symon@gmail.com


    November 14, 2026

    Location:

     Augie's Family Style Italian Restaurant

    17 Low Street, Ballston Spa, NY 12020


    ** NEW THIS YEAR ** There will be silent auction buckets that will ONLY

    be available at the banquet!

    Agenda:

    6:00 Check-in/Welcome

    6:30 Dinner

    7:00 Speaker

    7:40 Q&A

    7:50 Silent Auction Winners

    8:00 Year-End Awards


    Menu 

    Tossed salad

    Caesar salad

    Ziti with plum tomato and basil sauce

    Chicken parmigiana

    Ziti with broccoli and chicken in alfredo sauce

    Cheesecake

    Soda, Peroni beer and house wine included

    Cost

    $10 for ENYDCTA Members

    $50 for guests and Non-Members 


    Last day to register is November 9th!



    Pay online by credit card or by check to Treasurer: Stephanie Watson, 

    39 Lawson Lake Rd, Feura Bush, NY 12067


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