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Leinster TREC POR, Co. Wicklow - 20th October 2013

22/10/2013

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On Sunday, 20th October, 2013, with the kind permission of Proprietor Alison Whittaker, Maltfield Stud in County Wicklow
became the host venue for Leinster TREC’s third POR (Orienteering) competition of the year.

A total of 31 riders and horses took part, a great entry for what
turned out to be a great day. The stunning scenery and quiet country lanes were ideal for riding and courtesy of Coillte, we had access to wonderful forestry at Kilmacrea Upper for
the competition. We also appreciated the kind permission from local land owners to use fields and pastureland for part of the route. And the sun shone!
 
The first competitors entered the Maproom just after 10am, quickly copied down their route, excitedly mounted up and headed off out of the yard. Very soon they entered the Forestry section and from then on, riding was on wonderful grassy tracks and quiet paths through the trees. The route gradually took everyone up to the top of the highest point within the Kilmacrea forest and on such a clear sunny day the views were fantastic! On one side, the
Irish Sea sparkled in the sunshine across the coastal plain of Wicklow and on the other side, the mountains stretched away inland for miles as far as the eye could see.

Descending from the top, once again riders and their horses enjoyed the pleasure of feeling soft grass underfoot as they passed through the wide avenues of trees and bracken, twisting and turning gradually down the
forestry tracks before emerging once more onto the lanes below and then back to the venue via a different direction. It is always a good sign when riders return with a smile and on this occasion there were smiles and laughter around all day!
 
And on the day, there were quite a few riders trying TREC for the first time. The big surprise and fun for many was arriving at the hidden checkpoints along the route!  Also a challenge was trying to match their speed between checkpoints to the given speed of the competition!  At Level 1, newcomers Paul Whelan and Siobhan Maher rose to the occasion, following the map route with great accuracy and keeping good times to finish in 1st place.  
They just pipped Margaret Lynch and Elaine Byrne (Elaine was also doing her first POR) into 2nd place, with newcomer trio of Helena Connolly, Edina Erdei and Rachel O’Sullivan coming 3rd.
 
The Level 2x riders faced even more of a challenge. On this occasion, both Bearings and Grid References were included as part of the competition, for riders who wanted to prepare for Level 3 competition in the future.   

Having finished copying their maps in the Map Room, the competitors were then handed a sheet of Bearings to be ridden in the paddock beside the stable yard, before they started the Orienteering. Tickets with numbers were placed at points in the paddock to check the accuracy of the riders!  

On completing that section, riders then headed out on the POR. The Level 2 route started through some delightful farmland, with grassy fields, as well as encountering an early surprise hidden checkpoint! Continuing on, they also entered the same forestry as the Level 1 riders and enjoyed the same grassy tracks and wonderful views up to the top and on the descent.

On leaving the forest, the Level 2 riders had their 2nd challenge of the day, when they were handed a sheet of paper with Grid References. They had to find their way to each of the Grid points and record the letter on a ticket
found there.

All the Level 2x riders appreciated the challenge, new to most of them. Rosemarie Bryson and Niamh O’Huid made a strong team and came 1st in the competition, having completed all tasks very successfully. Very close behind came Tara Creighton in 2nd place, riding as an Individual followed by Karen Reilly in 3rd place, also riding as an Individual.
 
Leinster TREC would like to sincerely thank everyone who helped on the day to make this competition so enjoyable for all and to particularly express our appreciation for all the help and co-operation received from Alison
of Maltfield Stud. County Wicklow is a beautiful part of Ireland and we look forward to returning there for more TREC in the future!

Check out our Gallery for some great pics!

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Try TREC Day - 13th October 2013

17/10/2013

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A great time was had at our 'Try TREC Day' at Ballinagappa House Stables last Sunday! A fun-filled event with a chance to practise mounted and in-hand obstacles in an arena setting. This was followed by a mini obstacle course and then an introduction to POR (orienteering) by spending some time in the 'map room'. All of this was of course interjected by regular tea and coffee breaks!

It was brilliant to meet lots of new treccies, and to see some familiar faces too! Thanks to all who attended and helped. Check out our Gallery page for some more photos.

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Young Rider European TREC Championships

4/10/2013

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Our very own Gwen Bastian was Chef D'Equipe for our four young Irish  riders in Belgium early September. Ireland did very well in the PTV with lots of 10s and lovely comments from judges and spectators.The Irish team (Annie O'Neill, Lisa Moore, Katie Smyth and Rohan Madhavan) has been praised all round and got huge cheers from all other countries.

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BHS TREC Championships

4/10/2013

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In the recent BHS TREC Championships in the Brecon Beacons in Wales, Karen Reilly came 9th in Individual Level 2 and Bambi Carroll 7th in Level 4. A fantastic result. The spectator supporters did us proud too!

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Equisafety TREC Ireland National Championships - 19th & 20th July 2013

4/10/2013

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Our very own Sheila Fuller got a mention in the Farm Week newspaper on the 15th August after winning the Grangeclare Cup.

Other results included:

Grangeclare Cup, presented to the highest scoring Irish rider in each  level

Level 1 – Christopher Pyper (Donegal)
 Level 2 – Sheila Fuller (Leinster)
Level 3 – Celia Taylor (Leinster)
Level 4 – Bambi Carroll (Turas)

Championship classes: Sponsors Equisafety, Horse First,  Equest & Tackroom.ie.
 
Level 1 Pairs
1. Karen Muphy (Mouse) & Judi Goor (TT), 
2. Louise Edwards (Roan Inish Lady) & Christopher Pyper (Connaught),
3. Margaret Lynch ()& Atholl Gow (Basil)
4. Patricia Young (Lola) & Annie Ward McLaughlin (Celtic Promise)
5. Jean Robertson (Robin) & Charmian Goodall (Bibi)
6. Jacqueline Magennis (Bradlieve Delight) & Hazell Tuthill (Smokie)

Level 2 Pairs
1. Amanda Marfleet (Clint) & Vicki Glynn (Sal)
2. Sheila Fuller (Zaristo) & Catherine Bartley (Tim)
3. Shirely Squire (Comanche) & Dagmar Loptien (White Saphire)
4. Helen Taylor (Glenda Girl) & Caroline Aragain (Sophie)
5. Adele O’Connor () & Jane Capener (Molly)
6. Diana O’Huid (Coolroe G) & Lorna O’Neill (George)

Level 2 Individual
1. Jacinta Magennis (Shalamar Black Velvet)
2. Mary Elliot Burns (Sioux)
3. Danielle Lowe (Waterside Spring Flood)
4. Tina Faag (Tango)
5. Susie Dunlop (Tutu) 
 
Level 3 Individual
1. Eleanor Barnard (Harvey)
2. Celia Taylor (Holly)
3. Lisa Moore (Jo Dazzler)
4. Cassie O’Connell (Johnny)
5. Annie O’Neill (Poppy)
6. Karen Nicholson (Ebony)

Level 3 Pairs
1. Tara Creighton (Zee) & Karen Reilly (Roxy)

Level 4 Individual: 
European Cup
1. Sue Lee (Daisy)
2. Bambi Carroll (Marty)
3. Hilary Barnard (Harvey)
4. Dot Still  (Wahiki)
5. Mairead Moynahan (Pippy)

Team Competition: Sponsors Antley Equestrian & Equisafety.
1st: TEAM UK: Sue Lee, Dot Still, Amanda Marfleet, Vicki Glynn
2nd: Bambi Carroll, Cassie O’Connell, Mary Elliot Burns, Erin Begley
3rd: Mairead Moynihan, Karen Nicholson, Hilary Barnard, Eleanor Barndard

Leading Irish Draught – Sponsor: EquestrianNeeds.com
1st T.T. (Judi Goor), 2nd Molly (Jane Capener),3rd  Rushams Gold Breeze, (Antje Keller)

Leading Connemara – Sponsor: EquestrianNeeds.com
1st Commanche (Shirely Squire)
2nd  Annie O’Neill (Templebready Poppy)
3rd Linda Navan (Dan)

Leading Local Rider – Sponsor Fincourt Hotel, Oldcastle
1st Danielle Lowe – (Waterside Spring Flood)
2nd Dagmar Loptien (White Saphire)
3rd Ailbhe Gavin (Robert)

Veteran Horse or Rider – Sponsor Leonie Sutton
1st Amanda Marfleet (Sal) & Vicki Glynn (Clint)
2nd Louise Edwards (Rpan Inish Lady)
3rd Patricia Young (Lola)

Newcomer to TREC: Sponsored by Omard Stables
1st Jacinta Magennis (Shalamar Black Velvet)
2nd Dagmar Loptien (White Saphire)
3rd Annie Ward McLaughlin (Celtic Promise)

Best Presented Horse & Rider
1st Tango & Tina Faag
2nd Lisa Moore & Jo Dazzler
3rd Linda Navan & Dan

Young Rider (Under 21)
1st  Lisa Moore & Jo Dazzler
2nd Katie Smyth & Whitethorn Jack
3rd Annie O’Neilly (Poppy) & Annie Ward McLaughlin (Celtic Promise).

Huge well done and thank you to our prize winners and to all who took part.

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