Friesian X Clydesdale (Friesdale)
Sire:
Koning-Friesian / Dam: E-Motion
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Sent: Friday, March 26, 2010
Hello Fredericka and family, hope you are doing well.
Lucy called the other day and reported Natlaie had an award which
needed current address....it remains the same for the time being as
we are listing in a couple weeks looking to buy our own farm and end
the expense of boarding facilities. Cannot wait to have my horses
at home. Attached is a picture of Natalie and Kodi following an
Eventing Clinic with Robin Walker...he enjoys teaching Natalie and
Kodi and uses her as demo model for many of his clinics :-)
Thanks,
Debbie
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Sent: Saturday, September 27, 2008
Subject: Another picture
Hi Fredericka and family. I just came across this picture of Natalie
from this years Dressage performing First level test 2 and wanted to
share it with you. They certainly have a future in Dressage if
they ever lose interest in jumping! Deb, Natalie and Prince Kodiak
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To: "Fredericka Wagner"
Sent: Thursday, September 04, 2008
Subject: Natalie and Kodiak
Hi Fredericka...............Just wanted to update you on a very busy
show season. Natalie attended 3 recognized Dressage shows in First
Level and had many qualifying scores for regionals. She chose not to
attend as she instead participated in Lendon Grey's Dressage for Kids
in July, in NY. She
had her best score yet, a 72% judged by Margaret Freeman (she rides
Friesians and just LOVED Kodiak). It was a wonderful learning
experience and she came away with many prizes. The Prix Caprilli test
was her favorite being an Eventer at heart for which she scored a 70%,
not too shabby, she placed 3ird overall in her division for the entire
show! There were international competitors from all over the globe
but Kodiak stood out as he always does, it is not just his beauty but
his stunning personality which commands attention. Recognized events
had us busy too. They moved up to Novice level this year and had a
very good year moving progressively up the ranks from 10th place at
the first show in Erie Pa to 8th at the second show at South Farm, OH
to 3rd place in Hunters Run MI. The cross country course here is
incredible, very technical but fluent. She is very pleased with their
performance in all venues this year. They placed and were invited to
the American Eventing Championships but we passed for financial
reasons and they were ready for a rest. They did achieve
their goal to make the AEC's which is rewarding in itself. Natalie is
not a dreamer but a doer. I am very proud of her as she is not a
brag, very humble but knows how to get the job done. There is always
next year as Kodiak will be in his prime at 8 years old. I have
enclosed 2 pictures from
the Event in Michigan in August.
Take care
Debbie, Natalie and Kodiak
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Sent:
Monday, September 03, 2007
Subject: Natali and Kodiak
Natalie and Kodiak got 4th place in BN
Championships at South Farm!!!!
This was quite a challenge as all the scores were within 2 points of
one another!! There were competitors from OH, PA IN,MI and KY. It
was very tight but they pulled it off with a dressage score of
33...not our best but judging was tough...a clear XC in time and
stadium without a flaw. They all received a T-shirt and the
ribbons. Every competitor also got a small South Farm Competitor
ribbon. Way to go Natalie and Kodiak....By the way, Fredericka,
.......I need some business cards for all the folks who
approach us and what to know where Kodiak came from. We are your
ambassadors out there at the recognized eventing shows. Our last
show of this season is Sept 22 and 23 at Stone Gate. Hopefully they
will place in top 3 so that they can apply the score to the 2008 AEC
as this is Natalie's ambition for next year! I will be glad to kick
back after this show and relax for the colder months, save some $
too!!
Bye for now.
Debbie
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To: "Fredericka Wagner" <flyingw@bright.net>
Sent: Monday, July 09, 2007
Subject: South Farm Horse Trials
Hello Wagner's
I just wanted to update you on Natalie's show this past weekend at
South Farm. Guess what.............Natalie and Kodiak got 1st
place in beginner novice at a rated show. It was very hot at 93
degrees but we kept them both cool with lots of water and shade
when available. They were just awesome even in the heat with
Kodiak sporting all that hair! There were 14 in her class. Her
dressage score from Saturday was a 28, judged by none other than
Sally O'Conner! They went clear in x/c on Saturday and stadium
jumping on Sunday. It was exciting to see them in the lead of the
victory gallop with that blue ribbon streaming along side them. I
am so proud of them. The competition came from Michigan, Ohio,
Pennsylvania, Virginia, and Kentucky. This is a rated show and
all the scores will be available on the USEA website. The USEF
will also have the scores as they are the governing body of the
competitive arena. I have enclosed a picture following their
victory gallop and will sendoff a picture from the photographer
upon ordering one. I will keep you
posted as we are now qualified for Championships in area VIII with
this win. You have to get 1st-3ird in order to qualify.
Championships are over labor day weekend in Ohio instead of
Kentucky this year. It was a very good weekend for sure! Talk to
you later.
Debbie
Hi Fredericka and Robin............Just wanted to
update you with Natalie and Kodiak. They attended Eventing Camp in OH
for the past week.Everyone was very impressed with Kodiak and
Natalie's ability as a young rider to bring along this horse so well
so soon in his life. Honestly, they were amazed at Natalie's
adaptability and Kodiaks flawless ability to jump Training level
fences, they even took a few Preliminary fences, What surprised them
most was was his breeding and his jumping power. The one instructor
was from the BHS, Lucinda Green, and she just LOVED Kodiak.......maybe
some FWF imports to England in your near future? Sue Hines is a local
but incredible rider and when she first saw his size she thought he
was much too barouqe but ended up eating crow when they got started.
We have been told to move up a level so we are showing in BN in rated
shows and Novice at the schooling shows. Sue Hines said that
with his Dressage and jumping ability he will steal the prize!
I like the picture especially over the log with all his mane
flying......Natalie is smiling BIG! Have a great day!
Debbie
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Sent: Saturday, April 28, 2007
Hi, Fredericka and Robin............I have attached a couple of
pictures of Natalie and Kodiak jumping in the warm up arena before the
jumping show last weekend. Boy that horse can jump....he will be
doing Training level in a couple of years no doubt! I did not get
pictures of him during the show because they had it held indoors and
the light reflected the dust so everything looked blurry. I also
included a picture of Natalie and Kodiak this winter. Enjoy! Will
keep you updated.
Debbie
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Sent:
Tuesday, January 09, 2007
Subject: Natalie and Kodiak
Natalie and Kodiak were Reserve champions in the USDF 2006 All-Breed
Jr/YR
Award in training level for the Friesian Sport Horse Registry. I have
attached some photos of them performing dressge tests and the official
certicicate from USDF.
Debbie |
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Natalie, (16
years old) and Kodiak , (5 years old), their birth dates are 1 day
apart ! Started their show career in Dressage in the spring of
2006. They were hoping to do well but they did great. They won the
USDF Jr-Yr All-Breed award with a Reserve Champion. Their average
score was 64.6 % for the year. As the summer wore on Kodiak was
introduced to Eventing on a fluke with Natalie's mom, Debbie as she
thought he was having way too much fun jumping the obstacles at the
farm. Well needless to say they went on to be winners in this arena
getting a second in their first schooling show then a first place a
month later; they had the best score of the day with a 29%. They are
focusing on Eventing for the rated and schooling shows but also a
little Dressage and Hunter Jumpers to keep them on their game. They
are looking forward to much learning, adventure and success together
in 2007. Natalie is training this horse herself and they are the
closest of companions, in and out of the saddle. It is truly a mutual
relationship of love and respect, not just for now but for many, many
years to come.
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