OVCTA Tack Swap
2024-09-14 10:00 - 14:00 (America/New_York) | Scargill McClurken Insurance, 1111 Ridge Road, Pottstown, Pennsylvania, 19465, United States
OVCTA TACK SWAP is BACK!

Saturday, September 14th | 10:00am – 2:00pmRain Date: Saturday, October 5th

LOCATION: Scargill McClurken Insurance parking lot1111 Ridge Road, Pottstown, PA 19465(Next door to Equine Exchange)

Members & Non-Members WelcomeAdmission FREE to Shoppers

FMI: Nancy Peltier 610-948-6787nancy.peltier@comcast.net

Fill out and return Table Rental Form with check for reservations.Table space reservations accepted until 9/10/24. BYO table and/or tent for $10 for a 10×10 space. First come, first served…

OVCTA will be selling donated tack at the swap this year! If interested in donating gently used tack for this fundraiser, please contact Nancy Peltier.

Table Rental Form

Long Lining Clinic
2024-11-16 00:00 - 23:59 | Pennsylvania
Long Lining Clinic

Saturday, November 16th

LOCATION: Line It Up Farm375 Coffroath RdCoatesville, PA

Cost: $100Auditors: $15Contact: Mary Grace, antique.horsology@gmail.com or 610-952-1779

About long lining: Long lining is a wonderful addition to your horse’s training program as it helps the horse find its balanced posture without the addition of the rider’s weight. It is a kind, clear, and classical training method. Long lining is equally valuable for the rider to watch and understand the struggles of the horse and conceive how horses can improve with repetition and the correct exercises. The horses usually feel GREAT the ride after a long lining session.

About Jennifer Hoffman: Jennifer Hoffman is a professional long liner who learned this art from Richard Malmgren a decade ago. Prior to that, Jenn worked with Jessica Jo Tate, a highly sought-after Grand Prix dressage clinician and world class trainer. Jenn combines these training experiences with a career of working with many types of horses, a degree in Western Equestrian Studies from the University of Findlay, her experience in the role of Assistant Trainer for a Gold Medalist in the WEG reining discipline, and her history of riding multiple Grand Prix dressage horses to guide her as she figures out the puzzle of bringing out the best in each horse she works with.

OVCTA Holidy Party
2024-12-27 18:00 - 20:00 | Pam Wiedemann’s Home, 579 Creek Road, Christiana, Pennsylvania, 17509, United States
OVCTA Holiday Party!

Friday, December 27 – 6:00PM

LOCATION: Pam Wiedemann’s home579 Creek RoadChristiana, PA 17509

Bring a dish to share, no gifts, there will be an Equine Jeopardy game, BYOB RSVP to Pam 610-563-6135 or 717-529-1063Or pamwiedemann@hotmail.com

Tack Room Chat
2025-01-10 19:00 - 20:30 | Scargill McClurkin Insurance Agency, 1111 Ridge Road, Pottstown, Pennsylvania, 19465, United States
Setting Goals That Achieve Your Equestrian Desires with Mary Terp

Friday, Jan 10 2025 7pm- 8:30 pm | Snow date Jan.31st

Where: Community Room at Scargill McClurkin Insurance Agency1111 Ridge Rd, Pottstown PA 19465

Free for OVCTA members, $10 for non-members

RSVP: Kim Leppold kimleppold@yahoo.com | 610-574-3378

Program

Setting Goals That Achieve Your Equestrian DesiresToo often we set ourselves arbitrary equestrian goals or no goals at all or our goals are driven by what the other equestrians around us want. Mary Terp will facilitate a workshop in which you will dive deep into your own experiences and desires to understand what you really want out of your life with horses. You’ll articulate those equestrian ambitions and SMART goals to achieve them.

About Mary: Mary Terp, Associate Vice President of Human Resources for United Way of the Greater Lehigh Valley, has been leading staff engagement and organizational development for more than 20 years.Mary is SPHR and SHRM-SCP certified. She holds a dual bachelor’s degree from DeSales University in Human Resources Management and Management of Information Technology. Mary is a graduate of the NCC Leadership Lehigh Valley program (class of 2015). She is a Certified Professional Behavioral and Motivators Analyst with TTI Success Insights using the DISC language model. Most recently, in 2022, Mary completed the Diversity and Inclusion Certification program from Cornell University.Mary spends her free time working on home renovations with her husband Mike and gardening. She’s an avid equestrian, having spent several decades riding endurance with her sister Sandy. In 2020 Mary partnered with her Morgan mare Disco Danaka who boards and trains with Natasha Rutherford at Sterling Hill Stables.

Tack Room Chat
2025-02-21 19:00 - 20:30 | Scargill McClurkin Insurance Agency, 1111 Ridge Road, Pottstown, Pennsylvania, 19465, United States
A Judge’s Perspective on Dressage Tests

Dressage Judge Pam Wiedemann will show videos, answer questions, and discuss several dressage tests.

Friday, February 21, 2025 7:00pm-8:30 pm | Snow date February 28

Where: Community Room at Scargill McClurkin Insurance Agency1111 Ridge Rd, Pottstown PA 19465

Free for OVCTA members, $10 for non-members

RSVP: Kim Hennessy jhenness@verizon.net

OVCTA Annual Meeting and Awards Banquet
2025-03-07 00:00 - 23:59 | Spring Hollow Golf Club, 3350 Schuykill Road, Spring City, Pennsylvania, 19475, United States
OVCTA Annual Meeting and Awards BanquetFriday, March 7, 2025 | 6:30PM

We are also celebrating our 50th year!

Location:Spring Hollow Gold Club3350 Schuykill Road, Spring City, PA 19475

We really need you to RSVP by February 21st !!Questions? Contact Criss Brown – startariot0107@gmail.com

Annual Banquet Information and Dinner Buffet Form

Please complete and submit PDF Banquet Form (above) or the online form (below) by February 21st to attend the OVCTA Annual Meeting and Awards Banquet.

This event is open to the public. Please join us for our brief business meeting, election of our 2025 board of directors, our Year End Awards Ceremony, a talk about LAPS, and our silent auction.

Guest SpeakerSpeaker Scott Sensenig, a representative from LAPS (Large Animal Protection Society) in West Grove, PA, will talk on Understanding the PA cruelty law regarding large animals. (Featuring ) Humane Agents from the Large Animal Protection Society and (a) criminal Justice professor from West Chester University.. Answering your questions and concerns .

Annual Banquet and Dinner Buffet FormUpon submission of form below, you will be sent to PayPal to complete payment.

2025 Annual Banquet Tickets

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Fix-A-Test Dressage or Western Dressage
2025-03-30 00:00 - 23:59 | 280 Porters Mill Road, 280 Porters Mill Road, Pottstown, Pennsylvania, United States
OVCTA Spring Fix a Test With Torrey Wilkinson (r)

Sunday, March 30, 2025 | Rain/Snow Date: April 13

LOCATION: Alterra Equestrian, 280 Porters Mill Rd, Pottstown, PA 19465

OVCTA members: $65 | Non OVCTA members: $75 | Auditors: FreeFMI: debrmm@gmail.com

Fix a Test Entry Form

Fix a Test Release

Format: Ride the test of your choice, Torrey will judge it then discuss your ride and you will have a chance to re-ride parts as needed. Each rider will be assigned a 1/2 hour time slot

You may download entry form and complete and mail along with check payable to “OVCTA” and negative coggins test valid within 1 year to: Deb Mueller, 722 Ridge Rd. Pottstown, Pa. 19465 or email completed form and negative coggins test to: debrmm@gmail.com and pay with PayPal Treasurer@ovcta.org.Protective headgear is required which meets or exceeds ASTM (American Soci-ety for Testing and Materials)/SEI (Safety Equipment Institute) standards for equestrian use and carries the SEI tag. The harness must be secured and prop-erly fitted. (GR120.6)

Printable flyer for OVCTA Spring Fix a Test With Torrey Wilkinson (r)

About Torrey Wilkinson

FEI trainer and competitor

USDF Bronze, Silver and Gold Medalist

USDF Diamond Achievement

US Equestrian “r” dressage judge

OVCTA Presents Fran Severn
2025-04-18 08:00 - 08:30 | 4-H Romano Center, 1841 Horseshoe Pike, West Brandywine Township, Pennsylvania, 19344, United States
OVCTA Presents Fran Severnauthor of Riders of a Certain Age: Your Guide to Loving Horses Mid-Life and Beyond.

Friday April 18 at 6:30pm.

LOCATION

Romano 4H Center1841 Horseshoe PikeWest Brandywine Township, PA 19344

COST

OVCTA members: FREE

Non OVCTA members: $10

RSVP

Please RSVP to to Lin Braddick atlbraddic@aol.com.

It’s Never Too Late for Horses: A look at the challenges and fun of being part of the horse world when you are ‘of a certain age.”Women “midlife and beyond” are the fastest growing segment of the recreational horse world. Whether you have been around horses all of your lives or coming back after years away due other obligations. A huge number of women are getting to horses for the first time. You are *finally* living your dream. No matter the situation, for us, being in the horse world poses challenges that the rest of the population does not face. This seminar will cover those challenges and more! Bio: Fran Severn is a freelance writer and broadcaster who grew up in the city but was determined to get horses in her life. She’s covered the Kentucky Derby, shipping horses to the Olympics, riding on Civil War battlefields, and the chuckwagon races at the Calgary Stampede. She is the author of “Riders of a Certain Age: Your Guide to Loving Horses Mid-Life and Beyond,” as well as a number of other publications. She is an engaging and knowledgeable speaker. Hope to see you there!

OVCTA Spring Fix a Test with Jeanne McDonald “S”
2025-05-14 00:00 - 23:59 | Pennsylvania
OVCTA Spring Fix a Test with Jeanne McDonald “S”(The Perfect Prep for the OVCTA Spring Show)

Jeanne McDonald “S”USEF “S” dressage judge — Former FEI Judge — Trainer and Competitor — USDF Bronze, Silver and Gold Medalist

Wednesday, May 14th, 2025 (afternoon and early evening)

LOCATION

Turning Point Farm390 Milford RoadDowningtown, PA 19335

COST

OVCTA members: $95

Non OVCTA members: $105

Information

Please contact Annemarie Cochrane, amcochrane1@gmail.com or 484-432-5338.

Fix a Test Entry Form

Printable Flyer

Click Here for Entry Form: Complete the entry form, sign and mail along with check payable to OVCTA and include a negative coggins within one year to: Annemarie Cochrane, Heron’s View, 861 Nantmeal Rd, Elverson, PA 19520 OR email Annemarie your entry and pay with PayPal at: treasurer@ovcta.org.

Format: Ride the test of your choice in Jeanne’s indoor. Jeanne will judge your test then discuss your ride and with her guidance, you’ll have a chance to re-ride parts as needed. Each rider will be assigned a 1/2 hour time slot and will leave with their scored test including final comments. The scribe will include a separate page of short notes from the re-ride section. Riders are encouraged to bring someone to video so they can view their ride and make future improvements.

Additional Information: Protective Headgear is required which meets or exceeds ASTM/SEI standards for equestrian use and carries the SEI tag. The harness must be secured and properly fitted. (GR120.6). Times and parking details will be emailed by Sunday evening May 11th.

Ludwig's Corner Schooling
2025-05-24 11:00 - 15:00 | Ludwig’s Corner, 1325 Pottstown Pike, Glenmoore, Pennsylvania, 19343, United States
Schooling at Ludwig’s Corner

Ludwig’s Corner Schooling – May 24, 2025

Back by popular demand! Are you ready to go to Ludwig’s Corner? Come and practice your test (with the ring(s) set up!), get the lay of the land, see the showgrounds from the riders’ point of view. OVCTA is offering the opportunity to ride at Ludwig’s Corner show grounds the day before the Recognized show. The arenas will be set up for the show. You are welcome to school in the dressage ring, the warm up ring(s) or lunge in the lunge ring. Open to everyone – those entered in the Recognized show or those thinking about entering a show – or who just want schooling experience at the showgrounds.Instructors are welcome. Helmets required.

Schooling Entry Form and Release

Available Time Slots:

11am to 12pm

12pm to 1pm

1pm to 2pm

2pm to 3pm

Fees

OVCTA MEMBERS: $30 per horse/rider combinationNON-MEMBERS: $40 per horse/rider combination

Email or mail preferred time slot, completed waiver and negative coggins to Kimleppold@yahoo.com, pay by paypal at Treasurer@ovcta.org, or Venmo at Kim-Leppold (3378) or mail check payable to OVCTA to Kim Leppold, 150 Seyfert Drive, Birdsboro, PA 19508.

OVCTA 2025 Spring Dressage Show Sponsors

Thank you to our sponsors for supporting the OVCTA Spring Dressage Show!!

Blue Ribbon

Elverson Dental Care & Implant CenterThe Lowa Group Inc.Red Wagon Hauling Inc.Unionville Equine Associates PCBlauner, Buchholz & AssociatesEquine Exchange Tack ShopMaryland SaddleryMrs. Pastures Cookies for HorsesRick’s Heritage SaddleryStoltzfus Hay Farm

Red Ribbon

DunMovin Enterprises LLCHougar Farms RetailJames A. Cochrane Inc.Rocket Plumbing & Drain

Class Sponsors

CR Cremations Inc.Shetron Trailer Sales & ServiceLudwig’s Village Market & CateringBespoken CottageBy His Grace FarmThe Blanket LadyToklat

Volunteer Hospitality Sponsor

2025 OVCTA Spring Dressage Show Sponsorship and Advertising Opportunities

We need volunteers! Please contact Jan Brooks appattack@aol.com if you can volunteer.

Ludgwig’s Corner Horse Show Grounds

OVCTA Spring Dressage Show
2025-05-25 00:00 - 23:59 | Ludwig’s Corner, 1325 Pottstown Pike, Glenmoore, Pennsylvania, 19343, United States
OVCTA Spring Dressage Show

Schooling in the arena the day before, Saturday, May 24, 2025

OVCTA Spring Dressage Show

2025 GAIG USDF Qualifier

May 25, 2025Opens: 4/1/25 Closes: 5/15/25

Online entries: thepegasusapp.com

Location: Ludwig’s Corner Horse Show Grounds, 1325 Pottstown Pike, Glenmoore, PA

2025 OVCTA Spring Dressage Show Prize

SecretaryDoreen Garland812 Guthrie Rd.West Chester, PA 19380Information:610-416-3839Dunmovinenterprisesllc@gmail.comwww.ovcta.org

Show Manager Deb Mueller610-247-3269 or debrmm@gmail.com

Show PhotographerVictoria Morano

JudgeDebbie Rodriguez (S VA)Technical DelegateMichelle King(R VA)

Double Year End Award Points

How to get more OVCTA Year End Award Points!

Opportunity Classes

How to compete at our recognized show without being a competing member of USEF or USDF.

OVCTA 2025 Spring Dressage Show Sponsors

Thank you to our sponsors for supporting the OVCTA Spring Dressage Show!!

Blue Ribbon

Elverson Dental Care & Implant CenterThe Lowa Group Inc.Red Wagon Hauling Inc.Unionville Equine Associates PCBlauner, Buchholz & AssociatesEquine Exchange Tack ShopMaryland SaddleryMrs. Pastures Cookies for HorsesRick’s Heritage SaddleryStoltzfus Hay Farm

Red Ribbon

DunMovin Enterprises LLCHougar Farms RetailJames A. Cochrane Inc.Rocket Plumbing & Drain

Class Sponsors

CR Cremations Inc.Shetron Trailer Sales & ServiceLudwig’s Village Market & CateringBespoken CottageBy His Grace FarmThe Blanket LadyToklat

Volunteer Hospitality Sponsor

2025 OVCTA Spring Dressage Show Sponsorship and Advertising Opportunities

We need volunteers! Please contact Jan Brooks appattack@aol.com if you can volunteer.

2024 OVCTA Spring Dressage Show Results

Ludgwig’s Corner Horse Show Grounds

Summer Fun Schooling Show
2025-06-14 00:00 - 23:59 | Hunter Hills Stables, 131 Mt. Pleasant Road, Pottstown, Pennsylvania, 19465, United States
OVCTA presents

Summer Fun Schooling Show

Saturday, June 14th, 2025

Held at Hunter Hills Stables131 Mt. Pleasant Road, Pottstown, PA 19465

Judge: Kathy Malm

Summer Fun Schooling Show Prize List and Entry Form

Please see Prize List for full details!!!

All classes will be held in the ring starting at 9:00 AM SHARP!Schooling from 8:AM – 8:45 AM

Fees: Pre-entries: $16.00 per class, post entries: $18.00 per class.

Pre-entries must be received by Thursday, June 12th and include a copyof a current year negative Coggins test and full payment.

Divisions:

Lead Line

Open Beginner Equitation

Greener than Grass

Open Pleasure Horse or Pony

Schooling or Lesson Horse/Pony Pleasure

Junior Equitation

Adult Equitation

Schooling Hunter

For more information, please contact:

Barbara Walters

610-469-6302

merrbarb@ptd.net

OVCTA Summer Picnic
2025-07-26 18:00 - 20:00 | 70 Creek Road, 70 Creek Road, Christiana, Pennsylvania, 17509, United States
Save the Date: July 26th 2025OVCTA Summer Picnic featuring a photo/talk about a horseback ride thru Africa

70 Creek Rd. Christiana, Pa. 17509Covered Dish at 6PM

Pam Wiedemann and Annemarie Cochrane will present a slideshow talk on their African adventure.Contact Pam to RSVP and specify what you will be bringing pamwiedemann@hotmail.com

OVCTA Tack Swap
2025-09-13 10:00 - 14:00 | Scargill McClurken Insurance, 1111 Ridge Road, Pottstown, Pennsylvania, 19465, United States
OVCTA TACK SWAP is BACK!

Saturday, September 13th | 10:00am – 2:00pmRain Date: Sunday, September 14th

LOCATION: Scargill McClurken Insurance parking lot1111 Ridge Road, Pottstown, PA 19465(Next door to Equine Exchange)

Members & Non-Members WelcomeAdmission FREE to Shoppers

FMI: Nancy Peltier 610-948-6787nancy.peltier@comcast.net

Fill out and return Table Rental Form with check for reservations.Table space reservations accepted until 9/10/25. BYO table and/or tent for $10 for a 10×10 space. First come, first served…

No reservations will be taken by phone.

Table Rental Form

Fall Tack Room Chat
2025-11-14 19:00 - 20:30 | Scargill McClurken Insurance, 1111 Ridge Road, Pottstown, Pennsylvania, 19465, United States
Our Fall Tack Room ChatTeaching horses with positive reinforcement(including clicker training)

Friday, November 14th, 7-8:30 PM

LOCATION

Scargill McClurken Insurance Community Room1111 Ridge Rd.Pottstown, Pa 19465

COST

OVCTA members: FREE

Non OVCTA members: $10

RSVP

FMI and RSVP to Jan Brooksappattack@aol.com

Clinician: Katie Bartlett has been involved with horses since she was a child. Her parents were not horse people and were mystified by her fascination with them. She spent her teenage years working at a series of dressage and eventing barns where she learned about many aspects of horsemanship. She continued to ride while attending Cornell University where she majored in biology and met her husband.

After moving to her farm in Pennsylvania in 1991, Katie acquired several horses who had physical and behavioral issues. She wanted to help them and dived deep into learning more about behavioral science (clicker training and classical conditioning), hoof trimming, biomechanics, Masterson Method, Feldenkrais, and Debono moves.

The more she learned, the more she realized the importance of addressing both the physical and emotional well being of each horse and how important it was to look at any “training problem” from a number of different angles in order to be able to help the horse make progress. She enjoys the challenge and creativity required to address each horse’s individual issues.

Katie works with clients in person in Southeastern Pa (around Elverson, Pa). She also offers virtual sessions if the topic is appropriate for that type of learning environment. She can be reached at kabart315@gmail.com.

Other Chats in the works for early next year:

Zoom Biomechanics of the horse with Hillary Clayton

a continuation of the “Positive reinforcement talk”

OVCTA's Winter Potluck Party
2026-01-11 13:00 - 16:00 | 579 Creek Road, Christiana, PA 17509, 579 Creek Road, Christiana, Pennsylvania, 17509, United States
You are invited to the OVCTA’s Winter Potluck Party!!Equine trivia game, great food, and meet up with equestrian friends!

Please plan to join us Sunday, January 11th from 1:00PM to 4:00PM. Bring a dish to share and a White Elephant (or “re-gift”) to exchange. We will have an Equine Jeopardy game with prize for a winner.

Location: Pam Wiedemann ‘s home, 579 Creek Road, Christiana, PA 17509

Please RSVP to pamwiedemann@hotmail.com.

Biomechanics of the Horse with Hillary Clayton
2026-01-16 19:00 - 20:30 | Scargill McClurken Insurance, 1111 Ridge Road, Pottstown, Pennsylvania, 19465, United States
Biomechanics of the horse with Hillary Clayton

January 16th, 2026 7:00PM-8:30PM

Snow Date: January 30th, 2026

LOCATION

Scargill McClurken Insurance1111 Ridge Rd.Pottstown Pa. 19465

COST

OVCTA members: FREENon-members: $10.00

RSVP

lbraddic@aol.com

World famous veterinarian and researcher Hilary Clayton will present a video on understanding the movements of horses and riders, which will be followed by an opportunity for you to ask her questions directly.Free to OVCTA members, 10.00 non- members.RSVP to lbraddic@aol.com

Enter Dressage Shows “Like A Pro”
2026-02-05 19:00 - 20:30 | Pennsylvania
Enter Dressage Shows “Like A Pro” With Doreen’s Helppresented by Doreen Garland

Thursday, February 5th, 7:00pm-8:30pm on Zoom

COST

OVCTA members: FREE

Non OVCTA members: $10

RSVP

RSVP Annemarie at: amcochrane1@gmail.com

During this Zoom meeting, you will learn tips on knowing the rules, prize lists, opening dates, all memberships needed, how to enter, qualifying for BLM and Regional competitions, year- end awards and more…

Tack Room Chat
2026-02-13 18:30 - 20:00 | Scargill McClurken Insurance, 1111 Ridge Road, Pottstown, Pennsylvania, 19465, United States
Tack Room Chat with Katie Bartlett

Katie Bartlett will continue her discussion on positive reinforcement and improving movement in riders and horses by using Feldenkrais movement. This is done through gentle explorations of both common and novel movement patterns. The result is reduced wear and tear on individual body parts which leads to healthier and more relaxed movement.

February 13, 2026 at 6:30PM-8:00PMSnow Date: February 20, 2026

OVCTA Members: FREENon-members: $10

Location:Scargill McClurkin Insurance Company1111 Ridge Road Pottstown, PA

RSVP:Jan at appattack@aol.com

OVCTA Annual Meeting and Awards Banquet
2026-03-13 18:30 - 21:30 | Spring Hollow Golf Club, 3350 Schuykill Road, Spring City, Pennsylvania, 19475, United States
OVCTA Annual Meeting and Awards BanquetFriday, March 13, 2026 | 6:30PM

Location:Spring Hollow Golf Club3350 Schuykill Road, Spring City, PA 19475

We really need you to RSVP by March 6th!!Questions? Contact Criss Brown – startariot0107@gmail.com

Cost: $40 per person for a dinner buffet.Make Checks payable to OVCTA and send to:Criss Brown , 106 Norway Dr., Mohnton, Pa, 19540.

Or pay with paypal: complete form below and send a follow up email to Criss Brown @ startariot0107@gmail.com with name and number of attendees. Please indicate if vegetarian.

Annual Banquet Information and Dinner Buffet Form

Please complete and submit PDF Banquet Form (above) or the online form (below) by March 6th to attend the OVCTA Annual Meeting and Awards Banquet.

Please join us for our brief business meeting, election of our 2026 board of directors, our Year End Awards Ceremony, a talk about MyoFacial release, and our silent auction.

Guest SpeakerPat McGraw is a graduate of Penna. School of Muscle Therapy. His unique ability to evaluate horses has earned the respect of veterinarians who often call on him when they are faced with unresolved or complex cases. His approach to MFR is to evaluate the whole horse from hooves to ears to treat the source of the problem.

Annual Banquet and Dinner Buffet FormUpon submission of form below, you will be sent to PayPal to complete payment.

2026 Annual Banquet Tickets

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Braiding and Show Prep With Jess Patterson
2026-03-22 14:00 - 16:00 | Heron’s View Farm, 861 Nantmeal Road, Elverson, Pennsylvania, 19520, United States
Braiding & Show Prep With Jess Patterson

Jess Patterson will demonstrate braiding and grooming tips.

March 22nd, 2026 at 2:00PMSnow Date: March 29th, 2026 at 2:00PM

Please dress warm and bring a folding chair.

RSVPPlease RSVP to amcochrane1@gmail.com

OVCTA Members: FREENon-members: $10Payable at Heron’s View

Location:Heron’s View Farm861 Nantmeal RdElverson, PA 19520

Come learn the tricks of the trade on braiding (dressage and hunter braids) and get some tips on daily grooming and turning your horse out for entering the ring. Based out of Elverson, PA. Jess is an amazing braider. She has a full-time job as a Financial Advisor but spends many of her weekends braiding to help defray the cost of her own show horse.

“Growing up I had a pony that always rubbed her braids out and had to braided each morning before a show. My parents were so generous in supporting my love of showing that they said my show schedule could remain the same if I learned to braid my own pony. Not only did it save them some money, but it taught me what it means to work hard, have independence, and prioritize wants and needs. If I wanted to show I needed to braid my own pony. 15 years of braiding my own horses and 8 years of professionally doing so on the side I am so thankful to my parents for pushing me to learn. My braids took years to develop, but through lots of practice and hundreds of horses later I now have one of the most rewarding jobs. Knowing my braiding plays a part in the turnout of your horse in the show ring brings me so much pride and joy.” Jess

Sign up by emailing OVCTA member Annemarie Cochrane by or before Sunday, March 22nd. amcochrane1@gmail.com OVCTA members are free; non-members are welcome for $10. Payable at Heron’s View. Please dress warm and bring a folding chair.

Dressage Clinic with Cameron Banks
2026-04-11 00:00 - 23:59 | Millstone Farm, 280 Porters Mill Road, Pottstown, Pennsylvania, United States
Dressage Clinic with Cameron Banks

April 11th, 2026Millstone Farm, Pottstown, PA

THERE ARE STILL SESSIONS AVAILABLE!!!

FMI Contact Kim Leppold at kimleppold@yahoo.comor by phone at 610-574-3378

Cost:

$125 per rider

$5 for OVCTA members to audit

$10 for non-member to audit.

Location:Millstone Farm280 Porters Mill RoadPottstown, PA

Cameron Banks has been riding and training horses for over 25 years on an array of different types of horses. For a part of her career she was a hunter jumper rider training her own horses as well as working in a sale barn that had jumpers and dressage horses. From there she was able to hone her skills in proper training of young horses and developing them to be the best of their ability. When Cameron teaches she focuses on core basics for rider and horse such as balance, suppleness, straightness, and overall ability to understand the process of how these things can make every ride better. Whether your horse needs some new exercises to help make them stronger, or to work through a specific problem, or needs fresh eyes to see what’s next in their training, she can help! Cameron’s training is all goal orientated, making sure the process is clear and easy enough for horse and rider to end in a good place and some homework to take home! Cameron now has her USDF Bronze with distinction, and USDF Silver medal and competes in all the levels up to the I-2. Cameron has brought horses and riders from training level all the way through the Grand Prix as well as produced many championship rider pairs. Having competed through many levels and knowing many of the tests intricately, Cameron can help you develop some tricks for test riding in the arena, and how to help your test flow overall!

To reserve and schedule your spot, contact Kim Leppold at kimleppold@yahoo.com, or 610-574-3378

Schooling at Ludwig's Corner
2026-05-23 00:00 - 23:59 | Ludwig’s Corner, 1325 Pottstown Pike, Glenmoore, Pennsylvania, 19343, United States
Schooling at Ludwig’s Corner

Ludwig’s Corner Schooling – May 23, 2026

Back by popular demand! Are you ready to go to Ludwig’s Corner? Come and practice your test, get the lay of the land, see the showgrounds from the riders’ point of view. OVCTA is offering the opportunity to ride at Ludwig’s Corner show grounds the day before the Recognized show.

More details will be posted on the OVCTA Spring Dressage Show page when they become available.

OVCTA Spring Dressage Show
2026-05-24 00:00 - 23:59 | Ludwig’s Corner, 1325 Pottstown Pike, Glenmoore, Pennsylvania, 19343, United States
OVCTA Spring Dressage Show

Schooling at Ludwig’s Corner will be held May 23, 2026.

OVCTA Spring Dressage Show

May 24, 2026

Location: Ludwig’s Corner Horse Show Grounds, 1325 Pottstown Pike, Glenmoore, PA

See the OVCTA Spring Dressage Show page for more information!!
