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That's awful! I don't know how much it would help but I do hope that you and others complained about the footing change. Most places I've seen are not like that so I hope when you have a chance you'll check out other venues. It's good to hear that your boy is getting better!

I have been there and it is wonderful! I volunteered for the Kitchen Sink event that happened two weekends ago so I would know how things work. I'll be going there in August for my first CDE and if all goes well I'll be back in September for the Back to Back event. Merridy is wonderful, as are...

That's awesome Jaye! They are such game little horses, I love all the spunk and willingness packed into the small size. I love living in the Pacific NW but there are times I wish I was back East. Our choices for CDEs out here are rather limited compared to the other side of the country.

Had a great weekend of driving. Went out on Saturday and drove for about an hour on the track. Mikey's new boots came in and he was SO much happier going on the gravel than without them. Sunday I went out with my friend and again drove for an hour or so between the two of us. Monday saw hooking...

Picked up a pair of Equine Jogging Shoes for Mikey. These are the Ultimate ones and they work great for rougher terrain.

Combined Driving with minis is SO much fun! I'll be doing my first real competition in August and am looking forward to it. Thanks for sharing your pictures, it looks like you all had a wonderful time While I can't speak for the OP, my mini wears boots in the front when we're out on the gravel...

I love my whip from MCR. Ultra light and so easy to carry. They aren't cheap however I figured I'm not going to buy another soon so spending the extra was worth it. Meredith was great to work with, too. She helped a lot with getting the right size for my mini With shipping mine was around $90...

I got out to drive Mikey on Wednesday and he was also full of himself. Now that he's not getting driven every day or so he's full of energy when I do get out to drive him. Luckily I have a couple of girlfriends that have a bit more time and will be able to get out and work with him to keep him...

Glad to hear others want to participate, too! From what I can see you log your hours all year and then return them to ADS by November 1st so they can tally them. If you complete a milestone in between that time you can return them early and they will send you a pin. I've only been driving for a...

I'm an ADS member and have been keeping track of my hours. I'm of the same.mindset that this is an easy and fun way to get out and drive :-)

Check out the American Driving Society for clubs that might be near you. There are quite a few though most tend to be in the Eastern US. I wish we had more things available out here in the NW myself!

It's usually me that is talking about how much rain we've had. I hope it clears up soon for you! I had a good drive last weekend with Mikey. We did a bit of dressage work in the arena and then went out on the track for a few laps. It's up to me now to keep him in shape as his trainer just left...

I found this to be true with Mikey when we went to the Intro to CDE clinic. There was so much new stuff going on and so many other horses that he was on his best behavior.

Had a great drive with Mikey yesterday. He's come such a long way and is doing great on standing still when asked. He's also stopped his little antics when he didn't want to go (rearing and backing up). After the driving clinic we went to last week and his behavior yesterday I think we've...

My mini, Mikey

Nice day at the barn

To follow-up on my earlier post, this weekend I took Mikey to a clinic on "Intro to Combined Driving" put on by Equestrian's Institute. We had an awesome time, learned a LOT, and go to try out driving a short cones course and also a shortened Marathon course (only a little over 2 kilometers)...

I have the same issues with Mikey. He is a "let's get going" mini and standing still isn't one of his best traits. The last time I drove him we did a lot of standing around until he relaxed. You'll find the more you practice the faster Peanut will calm down and be patient. Glad to hear you're...

Will do! I think another thread would be good. I'll have my friend take pictures, too

Looks like you had nice weather for a drive Rocklone. Your mare looks great. I was able to get out to the barn and have a drive with my gelding last Friday. We practiced a bit on standing still, especially when just starting out. He's definitely got "GO" down well but gets impatient if we don't...