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H. Talk N Wis "Talker" /SOLD
Sire: Wistar
Dam: Redesigned (TB- see her info )
Born: 6/30/06

Lines (pronounced Linus) / SOLD
Sire: Lancer III (Landgraf I/Ladykiller
Dam: Graefin Dasy (Graf Gotthard Z)
Born: 5/1/1995

Sold to Spokane! Congratulations to Kaili Lawrence on the purchase of this lovely schoolmaster!

H. Wistar's Jade Star "Jay" / SOLD
Sire: HS Wistar
Dam: Tracy’s Trooper (Thb)
Born: 5/4/2005

Cloud Nine HW / SOLD
Sire: Campo Grande
Dam : Weltpoetin K, by Weltpoet (Weltmeister/Matcho)
Born: 2007

SOLD to Wyoming! Congratulations Connie and Don!

Already in 2012 Cloud is winning at First level and in the ribbons at 2nd level. In his first dressage test of the season Cloud scored a 74% to win his debut First level dressage test. He was also 2nd place out of a field of ten horses with a high 66.5% in his 2nd level debut.

Cloud Nine HW is a young star who knows to impress due to his type, movement and work ethic. His pedigree is quit impressive, his sire is Campo Grande, the full brother to Competent (Heike Kemmer, Amselhof Waller), the dam line of his sire Compliment goes back to the top dressage horse Slibovitz (Dr. Uwe Schulten Baumer). Compliment impressed with his offspring, as they were all recognizable in type and gaits. Campo Grande shows the same tendencies and looks just like his sire.

He has generous, big gaits with a lot of uphill tendency and is one of the best offspring of the famous Calypso II blood. In 1999, he broke the price record at the Verdener sallion licensing. Campo Grande did his performance test with a total index of 120.97 (LK1), part index jumping with 128,86 and dressage index of 108.32. He was successful at horse shows with multiple placings and victories in M and M/A dressage with riders of the Waldfried dressage team. There, he was trained all the way to Grand Prix and is competing at Grand Prix since 2008.

Campo Grande

Cloud Nine HW is a very elastic mover with lots of schwung and a free shoulder as well as a very good rhythm and balance, the perfect FEI horse for sure. His under saddle work was professionally started and he is doing really well. He is showing great promise for the FEI levels and is currently schooling second level. His ride ability is just amazing and he is a real diamond in the rough.

He is willing and forward without being hot, has an outstanding character and an in your pocket mentality. He definitely will go to the top with ease. Cloud Nine HW will just need to look at you with his soft eyes and you are in love with one of the sweetest horses available. He is ridden by Jennifer Schrader-Williams as of now and will suit a young rider, adult amateur and has the gaits to impress professionals as well.

The judges will love him due to his expression and "show me" attitude, take him to shows and collect your ribbons. He is fun all around and easy to manage in the stall. He is in daily training and progressing really nicely. He will enable you to fulfill your dreams with all his abilities.

With this outstanding pedigree, all genes for a successful carrier under saddle are given. Pretty is, what pretty does? Well, this boy has it all!

Cloud Nine HW has an outstanding walk, a super canter and a great rhythm and schwung in his trot with an elegant technique. He has a strong motor and a free shoulder, he is very impressive in his movements and he has the look at me attitude which will grab the attention from onlookers and judges alike.He is the modern type with a super pretty head and outstanding confirmation and comes in a pretty color and definitely the looks of a stallion (even as he is a gelding!). His exterior as well as his interior could not be any better for his young age.

He knows how to be cross tied, he loves to get a shower. He is an uncomplicated and all around dream horse for the ambitioned rider. Cloud Nine HW is a true gentleman so to speak. He is sweet, cuddly, thrives for attention and has the quality stars are made of as well as a super pedigree, what more could you ask for? He is easy on the bit, light in the hand and forward without being hot. He is the partner you were looking for all along!

Cloud Nine HW was a super star in his first ever Dressage Test in 2011 where he brought home the blue ribbons, blue for victory and the highly desired High Point Award. He was ridden by Paula Helm, with Jennifer Williams coaching. Overall success!!! He scored a solid 75 %, with 8's for gaits, Impulsion, Harmony between rider and horse and many more, what a good boy.

Now already in 2012 Cloud is winning at First level and in the ribbons at 2nd level. In his first dressage test of the season Cloud scored a 74% to win his debut First level dressage test. He was also 2nd place out of a field of ten horses with a high 66.5% in his 2nd level debut.

Cloud has all of the quality one could ask for in a future FEI horse. Super temperament, ride-ability, and talent. This could be you, holding the ribbons!

Vet checked with x-rays!

$70,000 - Imported, now located in Washington check out his video clip!!! Please contact professional trainer Jennifer Schrader-Williams at (253) 381-2811 or email her at: dressagespecialties@yahoo.com

Sold and staying in WA! Congratulations to Monica and her two daughters who will have a great time learning on this sweet, super fun mare!

This sweet Grey mare is a Percheron/Thoroughbred cross with loads of experience in Pony Club and Eventing. She is approx 16 1/2h with a sturdy build. Dolly went to the Pony Club Championships two years in a row 2009/2010 in WA and CA in 3' -3'3" division. Successful at Training level Eventing and schooled through Preliminary. Loves to jump and very safe. Great for someone looking to learn the levels. Solid 2nd level Dressage and schooling flying changes.

Great Recent X-rays on File!

Dolly Training Dressage December

Dolly Cross Country and Stadium Jumping

Ferrari WF / SOLD
Sire: ES Fabuleux by Fabriano
Dam: By Rubenstein
Born: 2007

Sold and staying in WA! Congratulations to Louise on the purchase of this lovely talented mare!

Super beautiful jet black mare standing approx. 16.1h and very quiet and easy to ride. Comfortable lofty gaits and wonderful temperament with great promise for the FEI ring. Lovely ground manners with a sweet, kind personality.

FABULEUX imported (Fabriano/Augustinus xx/Absatz) Class I Elite Hanoverian Stallion AHS: ES 564

100-Day Tested in Adelheidsdorf, 2000 (Class I X-Rays) Overall: 121.94 (Class I status) Dressage index: 130.45, Jumping: 98.41 Walk 9, Trot 9, Canter 10, Temperament 9, Willingness to Work 9

ABOUT FABRIANO - SIRE OF FABULEUX Fabuleux's sire, Fabriano, was Champion of his 100-Day Test (133.02), placing 4th in dressage (128.55) and first in jumping (132.37).

According to the Hannoveraner Jahrbuch Hengste (Hanoverian Stallion Yearbook), Fabriano scored 136 on his mare's dressage qualities, 125 on their jumping abilities and 157 on their foundation (leg scores/correctness), making him one of the very few stallions on the Hanoverian Verband's "Toplist" for siring both outstanding dressage and jumping qualities.

Fabriano has produced eleven approved sons and over 80 state premium mares. To date he has presented 75 candidates and 21 foals for the Verden elite auctions.

More info on Dam coming soon!

Great recent X-rays on file!

Ferrari Free Jumping and Under Saddle!

Ferrari Training December

Watch Ferrari Running Free

Watch Ferrari Under Saddle October

Rilee / SOLD
Sire: Lancelot
Dam:
Born: 1997

Sold to Texas! Congratulations Kim!

Wonderful 16.1h imported Dutch chestnut gelding. Lovely kind personality. Very easy to ride, frame, and show. Solid 4th level with fun easy flying changes. Comfortable fancy gaits with a lofty uphill canter. Region 6 Great American Champion 2011 First level with 13 year old girl. Safe and fun at shows.

X rays on file!

Watch Rilee Training December

Amaroux / SOLD
Sire: Abanos (Alabaster/Akzent/ Waleska)
Dam: Elbduft (Edinburgh/Eiger/Debatte)
Born: 4/12/2002

Sold to California. Congratulations Ellen!

Imported Westphalian Gelding standing 16.1h. Schooling solid PSG this sweet boy is super safe to ride out on trails and tries hard to please in the dressage court. Fun easy flying changes. Perfect for the amateur looking to get into the FEI ring or a Young/Rider mount.

X rays on file!

Watch Amaroux training January

HS Wistar Bold Braun "Brauny" / SOLD
Sire: HS Wistar (Weltmeyer/World Cup One)
Dam: HS Bold Faith (Pik Brado/Pik Solo)
Born: 6/17/07

Congratulations to Summervale's very own Jessica Levin who couldn't pass up on this talented youngster. She will pursue the FEI young horse classes in the coming seasons.

This 4 year old gelding is a phenomenal talent for your future. A gorgeous bay with beautiful powerful movement and a stunning canter. Big bodied and extremely well put together, this gelding is built uphill and has three high quality gaits. Brauny travels well in the trailer, has been clipped, bathed, and on many field trips. He has been taught to lunge and goes in side reins. Also has started ground driving. He is now well started under saddle and has an incredible canter to ride. Very comfortable to sit and easy to frame.

Watch Brauny running free as a 3 year old

Watch Brauny running free as a 4 year old

Brauny Training Under Saddle September

Falauna / SOLD
Sire: ES Fabuleux by Fabriano
Dam: EM Dallara Imported Elite mare by DaCaprio/Wolkenstein II
Born:2005

Just Sold to Texas! Congratulations Antoinette!

FABULEUX imported (Fabriano/Augustinus xx/Absatz) Class I Elite Hanoverian Stallion AHS: ES 564

100-Day Tested in Adelheidsdorf, 2000 (Class I X-Rays) Overall: 121.94 (Class I status) Dressage index: 130.45, Jumping: 98.41 Walk 9, Trot 9, Canter 10, Temperament 9, Willingness to Work 9

ABOUT FABRIANO - SIRE OF FABULEUX Fabuleux's sire, Fabriano, was Champion of his 100-Day Test (133.02), placing 4th in dressage (128.55) and first in jumping (132.37).

According to the Hannoveraner Jahrbuch Hengste (Hanoverian Stallion Yearbook), Fabriano scored 136 on his mare's dressage qualities, 125 on their jumping abilities and 157 on their foundation (leg scores/correctness), making him one of the very few stallions on the Hanoverian Verband's "Toplist" for siring both outstanding dressage and jumping qualities.

Fabriano has produced eleven approved sons and over 80 state premium mares. To date he has presented 75 candidates and 21 foals for the Verden elite auctions.

The Elite dam Dallara is amazing. Foal champion in Germany, USDF HOY as a 2yo. This mare is very refined and light on her feet and and passes along her similar build and movement. EM Dallara won her regional foal show in Germany and then went on to become the #1 yearling filly in the 2002 USDF Horse of the Year standings. She was Reserve Champion of her Mare Inspection and was Champion of her Mare Performance Test. In the MPT, she was the second highest scoring mare in the country with an unbelievable score of 8.44 (8,8,9 gaits; 8,9 jumping ability; 8.5 rideability!). Also in 2006, Dallara was shown once in hand and was named Champion Mare and Champion Mature Horse beating approved stallions.

Falauna is a lovely elegant mare with top breeding top and bottom standing at approx 16h. As a yearling Falauna was the breed show winner and took top honors in her Materiale classes as a 3yo. Since then this sweet trainable mare has had low miles with lots of trail riding and field trips. She is excellent in the trailer and going to new places, has a superb work ethic and is easy to frame. She has lovely lofty gaits that are easy to sit and a mind that is super to train. Falauna is a solid 2nd level and is now started on the flying changes. You won't want to miss out on this one!

Recent X-rays on file!

Sigi / SOLD
Sire: Siglavy Dalea
Dam: 613 Actress
Born: 02/07/1994

Just Sold to Vashon Island, WA! Sigi has found a wonderful new mom. Congratulations Rowena!

This registered 1994 purebred Lippizan is second level training third. Like all Lippizans he is noble and proud about his work. This unique breed of the Spanish Riding School in Vienna is one of the founding breeds used for dressage since the late 1500's, combining Moorish horses with Spanish and Arabs. The famous Lippizans of Vienna are ridden into their thirties, and are a tough, durable breed. He is a Siglavy Dalea, linebred from one of the six foundation Lippizan stallions and out of Actress of the Converssano line. Alois Podhasky's books "My Horses My Teachers" and "The Lippizaners" have several pictures of Siglavy horses.

This intelligent schoolmaster is for the serious student motivated to learn the classical art of dressage. He has a lovely swinging trot and collected canter, with impulsion and elasticity receiving a score of 8 on evaluation by Dr. Oulehla in these categories. He is quickly learning canter pirouette and flying changes. Full of character and intelligence he loves to be praised in his work and takes pride in doing well. He is unblemished, sturdy and sound and a very easy keeper.
$10,000

Brazil / SOLD
Sire: Symbol (ISR Oldenburg)
Dam: Belize (Trak)
Born: June 15, 1996

Congratulations to the Almutawakil family of Superior, CO

Brazil is a sweet 3rd level schoolmaster that is registered in the ISR Oldenburg Registry and is listed in the Elite book with Supreme Designation of the AWS. The Elite book is reserved for horses with 4 generations of approved sporthorse bloodlines. The Supreme designation was earned at her foal inspection with an inspection score of over 80%. Brazil is by Symbol who was imported and owned by Carol Lavell in the 1980's where he was shown through PSG . He had a championship at every level through fourth level. Unfortunately Symbol incurred an injury and was retired quite early but lived to be into his 20's.

Brazil was successfully shown through third level in recognized shows by her amateur owner with scores in the mid sixties. She has also had placings at the championships. She regularly scores 7's and 8's on her gaits and is very workman like at the horse shows. She is now schooling fourth and PSG level and ready to teach her next partner. This lovely mare has been to numerous clinics and shows and settles in very quickly. She takes very good care of her rider and is confident even in the busiest of warm up arenas.

She's been on lots of trail rides and is excellent going out with a buddy. She will even swim with you on her back which is very fun.

A mere thank you seems inadequate, but at least starts to express our gratitude in allowing us the opportunity to have Bonsai join our family. While only being here a week, it feels like he has always belonged. It is not every day I would purchase a performance horse off of a video - especially when it is for my child. But I was extremely comfortable with you, Jennifer, and had all of the confidence that Bonsai was all you said he was. It turns out- I think he is one of the best decisions Ive ever made. Not only is Bonsai a strikingly beautiful animal (which I could see on the video), his brain and temperament are equally impressive. How fun to see my daughter so excited and so comfortable with him after just a few short days. They are an excellent match. Jennifer, I have been in this business for over 30 years. While not trying to be too corny, it does my heart good to work with such an upstanding young woman as yourself. You were very upfront on any questions or concerns I had with Bonsai and also very supportive in helping in our purchase of him. Bonsai arrived in top form, with a beautiful leather halter with his name and your farm name, a nice lead shank and his blanket. His tail is the envy of the barn! The bottom line is that I wouldnt hesitate to give the highest recommendation to you and your farm. You were very professional, but also very personable to work with. All of these factors allowed me to take that leap of faith and to go with my instincts and bring Bonsai home. We now have one of the COOLEST horses and my daughter LOVES him. We will make sure to update you with pictures, etc. Thank you again
Sincerley,
Natalie

This adorable bay Oldenburg gelding comes with lots of chrome. Very flashy 16.1 1/2h elegant type with four white socks and a stripe, Bonsai has been successful shown by both professional riders and his amateur owner. Winner of the Great American, Oregon Dressage, and Northwest Dressage Championships at First level in 2007. Bonsai is a solid second level horse schooling third with flying changes and good talent with his pirouettes and lateral work in canter. This boy has been shown all over WA, OR, and CA and is always eye catching along with a sweet personality. No vices and clips, trailers, ties, and hacks out. Sadly owner must sell immediately due to medical reasons.

X rays on file!

Santina /SOLD
Sire: Sandro Hit
Dam Line: Lanthan
Born:2005

An exceptional Elite Hanovarian mare with super character! EM Santina HW has bloodlines made in heaven. She was imported from Germany and is by the famous sire Sandro Hit, inheriting his elegance and movement.

Better than ever: Sandro Hit has started a new era in the dressage scene and is already writing sporting and breeding history The number one: National Young Horse Champion Young Dressage World Champion unique producer performance Sandro Hit progeny are breaking all price-records, are annually winning championships and are Approval Champions

EM Santina HW is out of a dear and wonderful SPS Lanthan/Dakar mare, she is also EM Donatella HW's (scores up to 70% at PSG in young age already) grand dam!!! EM Santina HW completed her Elite Candidate requirements in October 2008 in Ocala as a 3 year old and gave birth to a super fancy and healthy foal named Quickstep HW by Quarterback in February 2009, changing her status to ELITE! EM Santina HW's full sister passed her mare performance test with a total score of 8,13 with 9 for rideability! This result is another mile stone in the strong foundation of our mares. SPS Lanthana (EM Santina HW's dam and EM Donatella HW's grand dam) has now produced 6 mare performance tested direct daughters with super scores and four out of the six had 8,0 or better! The dam line is an unbroken line of all States Premium mares for at least 6 generations. What a very strong dam line wow!

EM Santina HW, is a super elastic and fancy horse and she is a true STAR! She shows successfully and placed/won with a young rider in her saddle. No lunging, no fuss, just tacked up and off to the ring to compete and to show how competitive she is. She scored already up to 71 % in her young life and collected blue ribbons left and right. She acts like a real pro, loves to travel and to work in new places. She is reliable and confident and very mature for her age. She keeps her cool during the tests, no matter if there is heavy rain on a metal roof or many other horses coming and going where she trains and shows. Good breeding shows, this mare is proof, that you can get the best horses out of super bloodlines. She is now at 4th level with a bright future and there is no limit for a horse like her. She will just turn out like her whole family, showing PSG at the age of 7! A perfect candidate for the USEF Developing Young Horse Program!

She for sure has all it takes to be successful in the dressage world and to go up the levels.

Santina HW has a super character. She is sweet, comes with lots of chrome and you'll fall in love with her in no time. She is a mare for the dressage rider with the biggest ambitions.

Now competing and winning at 4th level. Perfect candidate for the USEF Developing Young Horse Championship PSG for 7-9 year olds!

Santina HW is vet checked with current x-rays!

Shantry "Bella" /SOLD
Sire: Maestoso Ll Ambrosia
Dam: Shannon
Born: 6/10/1998

October 17, 2011
I really, really like this horse. She is so willing, she has beautiful gaits, and she is 100% a perfect fit for you.! You'll be riding 3rd level on her next year." Bella was back in her stall eating hay so I don't have a picture of her with Schumacher, but here is one with Lindsay, him and me. I adore her. I hope to have pics of her and me to send you soon. Thanks again for such a wonderful mare. - Evelina

Sept 21, 2011
Bella and I are having a total BLAST!!!! She is fantastic horse...even our first ride was a great success...when she got fast or strong she really listened and came back to my half halts...we did extensions, changes...she's so well-trained, smart and sensitive. Everyone in our barn is gaga over her. She has moved right in and seems very happy (except for bugs)I adore her to pieces!!!!

thanks again,
Evelina

Congratulations Evelina Chow of North Oaks, Minnesota on the purchase of this great little mare!

This lovely Gray Lipizzaner mare stands at approx 15.3h and has a USDF and USEF Lifetime Registration. Bella is schooling 3rd/4th level with easy flying changes and pirouettes. She has lovely lofty collected and extended gaits that are a dream to sit and very comfortable for the rider. Very safe and kind. Bella goes to work each day with a great attitude and willingness to work. Hacks out with ease and is a doll to groom and get washed down after a work out. This is a great junior or amateur mare who is hoping to gain the USDF medals. Super easy lateral work, including half-pass shoulder in, and haunches in. She is very easy to handle and be around on the ground, super for the farrier, is quiet, extremely loving and friendly and tidy in her stall. Bella is forgiving of rider mistakes and is not marish at all; in fact, we never seem to know when her heat cycles are. Past scores were in the high 60's with some 70+% at second and low 60's at 3rd. The Lipizzan/TB cross is a great one and Bella is an athletic and wonderful mover with a great mind.

HS Warstar "Leo"/ SOLD
Sire: HS Warado
Dam: Truly Maid to Order
Born: 4/13/2006

Warstar goes to Idaho! Congratulations to Tonya Ford of Twin Falls, Idaho on the purchase of this wonderful gelding.

This beautiful black gelding stands 16.1 hands and is a pleasure to work with. Super kind and easy going with a calm and pleasing attitude. Leo is now schooling second level and has a soft contact, is balanced in all three gaits, and is a very willing partner. He has a smooth comfortable trot to sit and a well balanced canter. He is forward thinking and very easy to frame. Leo goes out on hacks and trails and will be a confident future show mount. Ready to start a show career today! This boy is the total package! Clips, Baths, Hauls and is super easy to deal with. Loves to cuddle and get attention.

Current X Rays On File

$17,500

Sold to California! Congratulations to Shirley on this wonderful Dutch gelding.

This sweet bay KWPN gelding stands 16.2h and was imported in 2007. Omar is a solid 3rd level and schooling a solid 4th level with fun and solid single changes. Super half passes and lateral work with a medium trot that turns heads and is easy to sit. He has a great personality and loves to go out on trails, travel, and is a solid citizen at the horse shows where you can just hop on and go to the warm up ring. He is a horse that wants a partner in his life and work and tries hard to please. Absolutely healthy and no history of lameness or colic. Omar goes great in the double or snaffle bridle and is content in the stable or in turn out. Great amateur or junior mount. Get your USDF Bronze and Silver medals this year!

X rays on file!

Classical Dancer HW /SOLD
Sire: Caprimond
Dam : Welda by Weltmeister (Wedekind/Don Carlos)
Born: 6/09/2005

Congratulations to Dawn and Al on the purchase of Classical Dancer!

Classical Dancer HW, another successful offspring of a stallion of a lifetime! Now winning at second level with scores up to 76.59%

Classical Dancer HW is sired by Caprimond. 52 stallions from Caprimond bloodlines have been licensed veering not only Germany, but also worldwide. At the stud An der Sommerlade you will find Tanzmeister II, Donaufels, Chronist, Donauzar, Krönungswalzer, his sire Titelheld as well as Sauvignon. In Oldenburg Canaster (breeding index 2005: 137/91) the winner of advanced dressage tests already provided internationally successful horses. Caprigold meanwhile covering in Austria - became champion stallion at Brandenburg licensing and derives from the same bloodline as Poetin, i.e. he is "uncle" of the "million mare", thus, half-brother of the dam of Poetin who became championess at the Worlds Championship for Young Dressage Horses. Among the "Global Players" Contucci has been the absolute highlight like the Olympic champion Salinero his dam derives from Lungau. Again and again he presents excellent horses on breeding shows and dressage competitions in USA. In Hungary Hohenstein II has started his breeding career. In Finland Donaukaiser took off his career, whereas Sponeck has been an advertising medium for his sire Caprimond in the United Kingdom. Caprimond has already got several titles: elite stallion, stallion of the year and now "modern times Pythagoras". Actually, this cannot be increased any more. Maybe in 50 years another stallion also granting rideability, beauty, spirit, absolute willingness to give the best and passing all this to his offspring will be called Modern times Caprimond" a non-improbable prospect

Caprimond:

Classical Dancer HWs dam is by the Hanoverian stallion, Weltmeister. He was the sire of 34 licensed stallion sons, and 56 State Premium mares. He was also the sire of Robert Dover's Grand Prix dressage representative Walzertakt and Gerd Wiltfang's showjumper, Warum 10. The Weltmeister son, Westminster, sired Franke Sloothaak's showjumping star, Weihaiwej. Weltmeister's sire, Wedekind was the leading son of the famous Ferdinand. Weltmeister's dam, Domdoro is by Don Carlos, the sire of 43 State Premium winners and 24 licensed stallions. The Don Carlos son, Dynamo, sired Dollar Girl, Nick Skelton's showjumping sensation.

This stunning bright bay has all of the looks and personality a person could ever hope for. Freshly imported from Germany, Dancer is a horse for your future. He is schooling a sold third level with lateral work and clean changes he possesses the qualities that a winning dressage horse must have including great gaits, a super temperament and stunning good looks. This boy has a beautiful eye and a gorgeous tail. A definite candidate for the FEI ring and a horse that loves to be around people and do his best for his partner. Perfect Junior or Amateur's horse! You just can't beat his personality. Classical Dancer HW is a very attractive gentleman with supple and elastic movements. He is equipped with superb gaits, where his walk is one of the many highlights, always in a super clean rhythm, with good overstride and ground covering forward movement. He has a very active hind leg, which enables him to shine in the trot and to sit in the canter. He has a free shoulder, fancy front leg movement and he barley touches the ground. He is light in the bridle, easy to sit and very safe. This gelding does come with the best competition bloodlines, gaits, brains, character and is the total package. Classical Dancer HW is super rideable and willing. He loves to please his handler and rider, to learn new things is his hobby. He eagerly works under saddle. He is all concentrated on his work in the dressage arena and with his quick hind leg, passage and piaffe will come naturally to him. You will be the star in the FEI classes and at clinics. He is solidly trained and you can continue up the levels with him, no known vices at all.

Dancer stands for the farrier, loads and appreciates grooming time. He cross ties as well as he loves his shower. Classical Dancer HW is as sweet as a puppy dog, but with the attitude of a real gentleman. In his first show he was superb. No lunging or and issues. Just hopped on and hacked all over the show grounds. He was calm and confident in the busy warm up arena and was very focused going into the test. This horse is a winner and very uncomplicated to ride. In his first show in the US, Dancer, was 1st place with a 72.9% at First level and 1st again at second level with a 76.59%. Not to mention the buzz of the show. He is so beautiful and fun, he gives the rider the feeling of confidence and joy.

E-mail or call if you have more questions.

Imported, now located in Washington check out his video below!!!

Semper Fi /SOLD
Sire: Wistar (Weltmeyer/World Cup I)
Dam: National Vision by National Fame (Full Arabian)
Born: 2007

6/2011 Congratulations to Crissi Miller of Greenville, Texas on the purchase of this lovely gelding by Wistar. The pair will continue in dressage and we can't wait to hear of their soon to be success in the half Arabian circuit.

This handsome chestnut gelding is a lovely elegant type and and exhibits beautiful gaits all around. Semper is out of an Arabian mare and can be registered in the Half-Arabian registry along with in the Hungarian Warmblood registry. He is a calm gelding that is sweet and friendly. Semper has a ground covering trot that easy to sit and he has been well handled since birth. He stands at approximately 15.3 h and is going well under saddle. Semper is ready to start schooling shows and a regular field trips. He loves trails and hacks out with confidence. A super young horse that is ready to be developed. - $22,000

X rays on File!

Wradish /SOLD
Sire: HS Wistar
Dam : Valerie (By Vulcaan Dutch GP Stallion in Canada)
Born: 3/19/2006

6/2011 - Congratulations to Karen Farris of Ann Harbor, Michigan on the purchase of this incredible gelding. Karen will continue to train in dressage with her instructor Jesse Meyers.

This stunning youngster is now winning at First and Second level with scores at 70%

This extremely talented youngster in his debut dressage test was the top placing horse with a 72.7% in his first show of 2010. He went on to follow up his win with an even more impressive score of 74.8% and was the shows over all high point winner of the day.

This incredible uphill sweet gelding stands 17.3h and is registered Hungarian Warmblood, USDF, and with USEF. He has an extensive show record in hand and has been well traveled and handled winning numerous classes as a two and three year old. In 2008 and 2009 he qualified for the Great American/USDF Breeders championship finals and high scores during each year of 81.2% from H. Gurney and a 80.% from K. Wysocki with comments of "big, well muscled horse that is nicely uphill and very elastic. Nice ground cover and is a nice prospect". He was ridden as a 3 year old in two material classes receiving high 70's after only being ridden a handful of times. He also came home the Northwest Breeders Association as Champion for the material that same year.

Wradish travels beautifully and settles into his new surroundings quickly. He is a total people person and wants to please at every corner. He has been ponied since birth and is great out on trails and through water. This horse has FEI potential written all over him. Great gaits and an incredible mind. You can own a winner who will excel through the young horse divisions to come. Show him in the FEI 5 year old test for 2011! Wraddish is now showing first and second level. He is a star already winning his first time out at first level with a 72.7% and in his first time out at Second level with a 70%. What a dream to ride in the warm up with all of the commotion going on and many horses. He was calm and confident going to the ring and put in wonderful mistake free test. This horse is for someone competitive that wants to have a horse that can "Wow" anywhere he goes. This is the horse for you.

HS With Class "Remmie" /SOLD
Sire: HS Wistar
Dam: Princess (Thb)
Born: 5/2005

5/2011 - Just Sold to New Jersey. Congratulations! Debbie Morrison on the purchase of HS With Class "Remmie" Hope to see them in the Developing Horse Division next year

News Flash: Remmie is now successfully showing at 4th level.

This is a wonderful gelding. Remmie is a black bay that stands at approximately 16.2 hands tall. He is a very inquisitive, friendly fellow with loads of personality and charm. He is a solid horse with a great build and has three comfortable gaits. Remmie is schooling a solid 3rd/4th level with fun and easy flying changes that are schooling through the 3 tempi's. He clips, bathes, lunges, and cross ties with ease. Absolutely loves people. He is a gorgeous boy that is ready for a competition partner.

In only his second dressage show (8/2010) Remmie received high marks from the judges and some very promising comments. He received a 70% at T-4 the first day and a 72.8% the next day to win this large open class of training level horses. Remmie has advanced steadily in the past few months. Now 6 years old he is right on track for the FEI ring.

Current X rays on file!

HS Weltinerro / SOLD
Sire: HS Wistar
Dam: Ramona
Born: July 2006

Fancy bay gelding standing approx 16.3h. by Grand Prix Stallion HS Wistar out of Hungarian Mare. Very comfortable correct gaits. A dream to sit on. Trot has bounce and forward thrust but is easy to sit. Canter is very balanced and this boy is schooling second level. Born in 2006 Weltinerro "Eros" is a sweet gelding that loves to have a partner that he can build confidence with. Very forward thinking and talented. Eros hacks out all over the property and is looking for a confident rider to take him to FEI. X rays available. Has been to clinics and schooling shows. Ready to show in 2011!

5/2011 Just Sold to CA! Congratulations Nancy Dotti on the purchase of this wonderful Wistar gelding. This talented 5 year old will be so fun to watch as he goes up the levels with Nancy at the reins

HPB Wrazel / SOLD
Sire: HS Wistar (Weltmeyer, World Cup One)
Dam: Dixieshadowdancer
Born: 4/10/2003

This stunning little mare is lovely to watch and ride. She stands approx 14.3h and is an elegant mare with loads of personality. Wrazel is a sweet, pleasing mare that works hard to please her rider each day. Very friendly and kind. She has three lovely gaits and is schooling second level with a very balanced canter, counter canter and simple changes. Starting the flying changes.

This lovely little mare has been sold to Fairbanks, Alaska! Congratulations to Dr. Colleen Gelvin who will continue to train Wrazel in Dressage!

WS A Far Echo "Maxx" /SOLD
Sire: EA Echstravagant
Dam: EA Hali
Born: 05/24/2003

This stunning gelding is registered with the Arabian Horse Association, USDF, and is also sweepstakes nominated. He was also briefly shown in halter by his amateur owner as a 3 year old. Maxx has three beautiful gaits and terrific manners, he is "light" in the bridle and has a steady, comfortable rhythm. He loads and hauls well, clips and bathes, and also goes great out on trails. Maxx enjoys connecting with his person and is very loving. He is currently ready to show 2nd level and has been shown at Training Level by his amateur owner. He can also half pass in trot and canter. He is fun to ride and ready to win!

5/2011 - from Susanne and Max- Maxx and I went to our first show in April! I've dreamt of riding my first test since I was a 10 year old girl - and some thirty years later, I'm proud to report that it was better than I could have imagined. Maxx is turning into such a terrific partner, and considering that a back injury 2 years ago left me wondering if I would ever be able to walk normally, much less ride again, I couldn't be happier with what a good fit he is for me.

Maxx was an absolute gentleman at the show, and we could not have had a better, more confidence building experience together. Every ride leaves me feeling like we are building a better relationship and motivated and inspired to learn more.

I hope your show season is fun and successful.

All the best wishes,

Susanne Boskovich

8/2010 - Congratulations Susanne Boskovich!
Susanne will continue to train in Dressage with Catherine Reid.

Blaise / SOLD
Sire: Big Boy (Dutch Stallion registered Canadian WB)
Dam: Emeraude NA/KWPN by Telstar by Nimmerdor
Born: 6/6/2003

This beautiful mare has movement and stands approx. 16.h. She has great Dutch bloodlines and is registered with the Canadian Warmblood Registry and the American Warmblood Registry. She is also life recorded with USDF.

As a foal, Blaise scored an 8.2 and was awarded First Premium Premier at her breed inspection (comment: elegant sporthorse filly). She als won the West Coast Foal Futurity for the AWR. In 2008, as a 5 year old, Blaise completed at a couple of schooling shows in the area where she won her classes with scores in the 70's. In 2009 she competed Training and First level where she again was winning most of her classes. She was Champion Amateur Training Level (AWR All Breeds) and Reserve Champion in the Open. In 2010 she was ridden by a young girl and then shown in hunters. This mare is safe and fun with lots of chrome. Great for a small amateur or junior rider. Blaise is now ready to show second and third level and has clean flying changes. Great at new places and loves to hack out. 3/2011 - Congratulations to Jackie Wong of Honolulu, Hawaii on the purchase of this super talented mare.

Wunderbar /SOLD
Sire: HS Wistar (Weltmeyer, World Cup One)
Dam : Margaret xx
Born: 2004

This lovely gelding stands at approximately 16.3h and has just started his show season out right, already winning his first time out at 3rd level. Wuundi is schooling 4th level as well with a good start to the tempi changes through the 3's. He has been on many successful show outings and has numerous wins in the 70's at training level in 2009. Wunderbar hauls and hacks out. He is a very inquisitive gelding that is very happy to have a partner in his work. He tries hard to please and has a cooperative attitude. Fun and easy to ride in double or snaffle. Great for an amateur or junior rider. This boy is very cuddly and knickers to you in the cross ties. Go to the show and hop on. He is ready to work and we always get on him cold even after many days off. FEI potential! A super partner to go have a great time on.

Super X rays on file!

4/2011 - Congratulations Katherine Stormont of Leonardtown, Maryland.

HS Valor (Scooter) / SOLD
Sire: HS Wistar
Dam: Natures Champagne (Oldenburg)
Born: 7/2006

Scooter is a calm youngster that loves to please and already has had a great start. A beautiful bay standing approximately 16.1 hands this youngster has been out on field trips, a schooling show where is was quite successful, to many lessons and is a willing partner ready to advance. He is a calm nature with fantastic gaits and a canter that will surely take him to the FEI ring. Has a very friendly nature and loads of personality. Don't miss out on this beautiful gelding!

4/2011 - Congratulations to Phoebe Henry of Palmer, Alaska on the purchase of Scooter. The pair will train with Jenny Rousey-Dick at Sindorf Equestrian Center in Palmer, AK

Don Corleone / SOLD
Sire: Don Primero by Donnerhall
Dam :
Born: 2003

This wonderful boy is an elegant modern type gelding that is standing at 16.2 hands and is schooling 4th and PSG. Don Corleone "DC" is a fun, safe, and talented gelding that is sure to win your affection and some ribbons too. By Don Primero the 1985 dark bay 16.1-1/2-hand Oldenburg that was approved for: Bavarian, Oldenburg, Westphalian, and Hanovarian.

Stallion Performance Test, 1988 Adelheidsdorf

Overall score 121.65 / 9th of 56
Dressage score 130.20 / 3rd of 56
Jumping score 102.90

Don Primero has little left to prove in the world of international dressage, nor as a sire of top quality dressage competitors. He has been the world's leading dressage sire for four consecutive years, and earned an incredible 194 index in 2003. In 1990, Don Primero won the German Dressage Horse Championships in Verden, under Heiko Munzmaier, emulating his illustrious sire, Donnerhall. German Olympic Team rider Karin Rehbein then took over saddle duties and trained him up to Grand Prix level. In 2005, Don Primero received a Breeding Value Index of 157 points, with an assurance of 98% heritability, from the German Equestrian Federation.

This is a wonderful sweet gelding that is well suited for an amateur or junior rider but talented enough for a professional.

Great Vet Check and and X rays!

Congratulations to Dorthe Olson of Camas, WA on the purchase of Don Corleone "DC". The pair will continue to train in Dressage with Teri Emerich and Megan Dorsey at Tanz-Pferde Equestrian Center in Oregon City, OR

Dan O'Brien / SOLD
Sire: Diskus
Dam : Ninka
Born: 5/31/95
Has International passport, USEF, USDF, and Westphalian papers.

This amazing 14.2 hand FEI pony is worth his weight in GOLD! Danny was imported as an eleven year old in 2006 and together with his eleven year old rider Paige have flown through the levels together. He is totally sound and healthy, has numerous wins in the FEI arena along with regional championships at just about every level. This boy is for an approved home only and will make someone an incredible partner to learn on. We would love to see Danny go to a small amateur who will make him a life long partner. Here are some of Danny's show records: Solid I-1 and show ready.

2000-2005 impressive show record in Germany - have available

2006 Imported to the US and competed at Training Level

2007 Great American Region 6 Reserve Champion 1st Level Jr

Northwest Dressage Champion 1st Level Jr

Great American Region 6 Champion 2nd Level Jr

Northwest Dressage Champion 2nd Level Jr

2008 Great American Region 6 Reserve Champion 3rd level Jr

Northwest Dressage Champion 3rd Level Jr

Great American Region 6 Champ 4th Level Jr

Northwest Dressage Champion 4th Level Jr

2009 Spokane Sport Horse show Intermediare One 66% overall FEI High point

Great American Region 6 Champion PSG Jr

Northwest Dressage Reserve Champion PSG Open

Great American Region 6 Champion I-1

Northwest Dressage 4th place I-1 Open competition

Congratulations to Sarah Reed on the new partnership with this wonder pony. Sarah will train with Siggi Wolff of Cavallis, LLC at Shelburne Farm. We can't wait to see Sarah grow and learn on this amazing little gem. We are so happy that Danny gets a super home and will stay local.

10/2010: Congratulations Andrea Romans on purchasing this adorable mare. Andrea will continue to train in Dressage with AnneMarie Murdock of Yelm, WA.

10/2010 Congratulations to Angie Chupik of Calgary, Canada on the purchase of Fantastic.

11/2010 - Congratulations to Barbara Holden-Sinclair of Ontario, Canada. Carlucci.

8/2010 - Congratulations to Stefanie Maass of Cave Creek, Arizona on the purchase of Rohan. Stefanie will have a great time with this fantastic boy!

8/2010 - Congratulations Susanne Boskovich!
Susanne will continue to train in Dressage with Catherine Reid.

9/2010 - Congratulations to Kelsey Lindstrom of Graham, WA on the purchase of this super mare. Kelsey will work towards making the Junior championships and the region 6 young rider team in the next few years.
The pair will continue to train with Jennifer Williams at Summervale Farm. We can't wait to see them out next summer in the show ring.

Congratulations on Soraya HW's new owner! Soraya will be flying out to Florida in the near future. There is just one full sister to Soraya HW and Selten HW (Selten, who is the winner of the 4, 5, and now 6 year old Young Horse Dressage Championships) left. She is a 2008 and is showing some qualities that may out perform her older siblings. Email for details!

Update: 8/1/2010 HS Wrevolution attended this years USEF/Markel 5 year old Young Horse Championships with Jennifer Williams aboard. The pair finished 12th in the nation with a 72.1% and was bred by Charlene Summers.

These Pictures Just In!

The 2010 Anne L. Barlow Ramsay Grant was presented to recipient, Jennifer S. Williams, on July 24, 2010. Maryal Barnett, Board Member of The Dressage Foundation, made the presentation to Jennifer at Dressage at Lamplight.

Maryal Barnett (right) presenting the Ramsay Grant plaque to Jennifer S. Williams. Paula Helm (left) also attended the presentation.

News Flash! We have four stunning new babies on the ground for 2010 and one more on the way. One is a bay filly by Wistar, stunning. We have two stallion prospects by Warado, about a month old as of 7/2010. One is black colt out of Dutch mare, Onika, and one is out of Trakhener mare that is by Kostolany. Kostolany is the sire of Gribaldi who is the sire of Totilas, Edward Gal's amazing mount. We also have a lovely Warado filly out of Missy Will Do xx who has produced some great mounts for us in the past. This is the Dam of Molly Martin's talented mount HS Wrendition who scored a 74% at 3rd level July 2010. Wrendition turned 6 this year. Foals priced at $10,000 for fillies and $15,000 for colts if pruchased in 2010. This may be our best foal crop yet! Come check them out.

Klapton / SOLD
Sire: Glendale
Dam: Frianda
Born:6/11/92

This lovely expressive bay gelding stands 16.1 hands and is the perfect teacher. Klapton is an Intermediare schoolmaster with lovely flying changes and half passes. He loves his work and is confident for his rider. Very safe and relaxed at shows this wonderful boy is not only talented but trustworthy. Scoring consistently 7's on gaits and submission Klapton has an elaborate show record and is a wonderful healthy and sound partner. He requires very little maintenance and comes out looking in peak form each day. Klapton would be an excellent Junior/Cosaquin mount or an amateur's PSG horse.

Congratulations to Carolene Miller of Bend Oregon on the purchase of Klapton. Carolene will train with Koby Robson and learn all of the great movements that this incredible boy has to offer. We know they will have a great partnership together.

Watch his Sale Video

Congratulations to Paula Helm on the purchase of HS Whrapsody. Paula has pruchased this talented gelding and will continue to train with Jennifer at Summervale Farm. She will also be taking "Sammy" to CA to compete and train March and April of 2010. We are so excited to see this talented pair in action!

HS Wrevolution / SOLD
Sire: HS Wistar
Dam: H Marado II
DOB: 5/2005
This is a full brother to HS Warado

Wrevolution is a phenominal young Grand Prix Prospect that is now going steadily first level with scores in the mid 70's at Training level. This is a horse for your future. Currently standing 16.2 hands high this dark bay has three superb gaits and a great attitude. We will be putting miles and confidence on this young boy until he finds his perfect partner. Took him to Southern CA for training and experience March 09 and now he is back in WA where he will continue to gain strength and confidence. Wrev hauls and travels with ease as well as clips, bathes, stands for the farrier, hacks, lunges, and you are able to mount cold on consecutive riding days.

Congratulations to our very own Jennifer Williams, our resident trainer at Summervale farm, on the purchase of this amazing young and talented horse. Jennifer will be training in San Diego, CA at Steffen Peters this spring and will work to compete Wrev in the FEI 5 year old division. She has high hopes that he will be her next up and coming Grand Prix horse.

Gigi/SOLD
Sire: Graf Top II
Dam: In Sync (Idol/Glencoe)
Born: 7/20/05

This stunning mare is registered with the Oldenburg Verband and is 16.1h. She is very quiet and easy to work with no health issues or vices. Very cute and friendly with a people oriented personality. Fun out on trails and very smooth gaits. Gigi exhibits freedom and suppleness in her movement with an easy going attitude. Extremely comfortable!

Congratulations to Amelia Haddad of Anchorage, Alaska on the purchase of this adorably sweet mare. Amelia and GG will continue in some jumping and dressage with the hopes of excelling in Pony Club. They will be training with Lisa O'Dell for Dressage. Best of luck to you two.

WistAnnaLisa/SOLD
Sire: HS Wistar
Dam: AWR
Born: 5/2004

"V" and Cheryl

Congratulations to Cheryl Carter of Richmond, Texas on the purchase of the very lovely V. Cheryl plans to train with Christy Raisbeck of Texas in Dressage and we wish them much success and happy riding.

Toby

Congratulations to Susanne Baackmann of Albuquerque, New Mexico on the purchase of the lovely gelding Toby. Susanne and Toby will advance their dressage skills together. Toby couldn't have gone to a more wonderful home.

Sophie

Congratulations to Sarah Popelka of Falls City, WA on the purchase of this lovely little mare Sophie. Sarah and Sophie will continue to follow a path in the Hunter/Jumper divsions and also will continue with some Dressage.

Wally

Congratulations to Lori Mitchell of Pine, Colorado on the purchase of this wonderful teacher of a gelding. Lori you two are going to have so much fun together.

Regalo

Congratulations to Jenny Savakus of Shingle Springs, CA on the purchase of the phenomenal mare, Regalo. The pair will continue to train and work up the levels in dressage with their wonderful instructor Sabrina Wood. We know we will hear great reports form these two!

"I have enclosed a couple of pictures from the Pinehurst Fall Dressage show, probably our last USDF show this year. He's such a character--I really don't think I've ever worked with a horse with so much personality. Scores all 67+% to 69+%, with a "9" on his walk in one test, and "8s" on gaits in all tests. I again had one judge (Sarah Geike, S) come out of the box to tell me how wonderful he is--she said his canter was tremendous, especially since it clearly wasn't developed yet, and another judge (Jan Jacobsen, R) ask me about his breeding (she gave me the "9"). I also got to briefly meet Carla Moss, who bought him from you guys. I did not have time to really talk to her, and would love to hear his background and history in his baby years if you get a chance.

Next week I have a 2 day clinic with Cesar Parra, which I am really excited about. I ride with him again in November as well.

So thanks again for bringing along such a wonderful horse, and to Charlene for her breeding program. I am very excited for next season, since I think by then we'll really have it together.

Robyn Davis Hahn, MS DVM"

Sky

Congratulations to Anna Pliler of Castle Rock, WA on the purchase of the wonderful gelding Sky. Sky and Anna will continue to train with Regina Agren and pursue dressage and some jumping.

View all of our sold horses by clicking here: http://www.summervalefarm.com/sold.htm

Wistar and Warado have great success at this years Oregon and Region 6 championships. Wistar wins the Oregon and the Region 6 great American Grand Prix championships. Warado wins the Oregon and the Region 6 Great American Open Third level Championships. You can read more about the show and the other horses that were a part of the Summervale team by visiting my blog: http://jenniferandwistar.blogspot.com/

At this year's 2009 Oregon Dressage Championship we saw three past Summervale Alumni horses. Liz Scott was turning heads on the lovely Andiamo. The pair earned a 70.857% in their First 3 and when that was averaged with their First 4 score of 69.737% it was good enough for a Reserve championship. Way to go Liz! We also saw the incredibly talented Zhorik by Rubels and his partner Nancy Weaver competing and cleaning up. Nancy finished 4th in her First 3 with a 68.857% and won both of the ODS futurity's with a 69.6% and a 69.3% Congratulations Nancy!

Lastly we saw the stunning Wishful thinking "Chino", by Wistar, that we originally sold back in 2001. He is with his new owner Patti Brewer now and was shown at the Oregon and Region 6 championships very successfully by trainer Megan Dorsey of Tanz-Pferde Dressage. Megan was Reserve Champion at Second level for both the Northwest and the Great American championships with scores of 69.4% and a 69.6%. She also was Reserve Champion just behind Warado in the 3rd level Great American Championships with a score of 65.814% Congratulations Megan and Patti.

Newsflash! Summervale Dressage Festival I & II
USEF/USDF/ODS Two (2) Dressage Shows
August 4th and 5th, 2012
New Closing Date - Monday, July 16th

Print Entry Form [PDF]	Print Prize List [PDF]
We have added a class to the show - FEI Para-Equestrian TOC Q/Non-Q Please see the Prize List for details.
All Final Scores for both of the Summervale Dressage Festivals are available on Fox Village.

The Summervale Dressage Festivals are 2 recognized Dressage shows. Each day is registered as a separate show to facilitate those who are competing for awards.

These are USEF/USDF/ODS recognized shows. Last year's shows were well attended - actually they were overbooked! Participants were delighted with the excellent footing and low key, fun atmosphere.

We view the show as an opportunity to compete and have fun while allowing us a venue for our annual auction event for Jennifer Williams.

The Silent Auction will take place on Saturday. Bidding will open when the show opens Saturday and will close at the free Exhibitor's Party Saturday in the afternoon. The past auctions have been very successful. They have included items such as bridles and girths (new and used), blankets and sheets, riding apparel, and other horse care items.

The show has Training through Grand Prix classes available. There are also several different High Point Awards to be won.

We consider the fund raising events as a grassroots effort to help a Pacific Northwest High Performance Rider to compete at National and International levels. It is a display of our local talent in a venue that might not otherwise be available to us. We hope to see you at the show and at the auction this year. You can contact Paula Helm at 425.457.1105 for further information or to volunteer.

Steffen Peters and Ravel win the 2009 FEI Rolex World Cup:

Steffen Peters of Del Mar, CA and his beautiful mount, Ravel have recently won the FEI Rolex World Cup with an 84.95% WOW! Many of the Summervale Gang were able to witness this awesome event. Jennifer has been training with Steffen for the past two years to get intense instruction from this fabulous Olympian at his farm, Arroyo Del Mar in San Diego, CA. Several of her students have also traveled with her to continue instruction and to experience the top levels of dressage. It was an exciting moment seeing Steffen win both the Grand Prix and the Grand Prix freestyle, the first American to do so on American soil. A truly memorable occasion!

(Kristin, Jessica, Natalie, Steffen, Jen, Rafa - Steffen's phenomenal groom, Carrie, Tekla, and Rod)

(photo credits Siggi Wolff )

Summervale Dressage Festival Highlights

The show was a great success. It was wonderful having so many fellow dressage riders, trainer friends, and horse enthusiasts all coming to our farm for our first annual horse show.

Some of the highlights included our show secretary Paula Helm and right hand gal, Erica McDonald, who ran the show without a glitch and the wonderful atmosphere she creates. The two judges were Donna Longacre and Diane Royce who were very supportive and positive with all of the dressage riders and made for a memorable experience for our competitors.

On Saturday evening we had a Wine and Cheese Party sponsored by Sip City Wines. Everyone gathered around to hear the announcements of our highpoint winners for the day.

Winners received donated Leather Halters from Tack Room Too and K & S Saddlery and Embroidered Saddle Pads from Pro Horse Country and Olson-Mills along with Championship ribbons. We also had our fabulous auction that ran on Saturday full of donated items from many vendors and friends. The auction was a huge success and proceeds will go toward Wistar and I training and competing in CA with Steffen Peters again next year.

Sunday brought cooler weather but another great day of competition. Carolynn Bunch was steadily photo-shooting away while in the barn Jim Matheson worked on some of the horses doing his fabulous massage work and Becky Halelomi worked on the spectators and competitors with her massage work.

All in all it was a great weekend. We had phenomenal support from volunteers and so many people came forward with their time, energy, donations and support. It was a fantastic show. Thank you to you all.

Saturday - Summervale Dressage Festival I

High Point Winners by Level:

Training Level Adult Amateur - Ute Mullen

Dressage Star Jennifer Schrader
Washington's Olympic Contender
by Karen Petty

I met Jennifer Schrader in 1999 at a clinic where she was riding Charlene Summers' stallion, Wishes and Dreams. It was the first time I'd seen her ride and I was impressed. I couldn't take my eyes off of the beautiful bay stallion and the long legged, perfectly coiffed, elegant rider floating through extended trot and half pass. Her aids were imperceptible. Her seat moved as if part of the saddle and her hands were low and quiet. Her countenance suggested she could have just as easily been sitting and reading a book instead of riding a 1,200 pound Warmblood stallion. This was extraordinary. Over the next several years, I would get to know this exceptional woman as a rider, trainer, coach, and friend.

Like many of us, Jennifer grew up loving horses. She remembers kissing the soft muzzle of a foal, when she was only five years old. When she was six, her parents announced that they had a surprise for her in the pasture. She ran to meet Bernie, a half-Arabian gelding who would be her companion for the next seven years. The pair competed in 4-H shows under the instruction of Terrie Hook.

"Terrie was a great trainer," says Jennifer of the instructor who taught her the foundation of riding. Although fantastic schooling at home, Bernie tended to buck or go lame at shows. "We always got white ribbons at shows," says Jennifer. (In 4-H white ribbons are handed out to child/horse combinations that need serious improvement.) Rather than being discouraged, the white ribbons pushed Jennifer to work harder-an attribute that continues to distinguish her from others; an attribute that will prove necessary for the arduous journey to the Olympics.

When Jennifer was 12, her parents bought her an Anglo-Arab mare named Miss Scarlett. Jennifer decided to focus on dressage and joined Pony Club where she competed very successfully. By the time Jennifer was 17, Scarlett was doing fourth level dressage.

Jennifer began working at Summervale Farm in 1997 where she worked closely with Michael Etherly, head trainer, and Lisa Dussome, assistant trainer, to prepare sale horses. Shortly thereafter, Michael left the farm and Lisa took over as head trainer with Jennifer as her assistant. At the same time, Jennifer began training with and working for Gwen Blake, an international level competitor and silver medalist at the Pan American Games. Gwen was instrumental in building Jennifer's dressage foundation and progression up the levels, providing the opportunity to ride her upper level horses. Among these was "Ainsley's Goodfellow," a lovely Dutch gelding who Jennifer competed on towards the North American Young Rider Championships in Parker, Colorado in 2000. The pair was ranked number one in the country with an average of 70% entering the competition and finished eighth individually.

For the next three years, Jennifer shuttled daily between Donida and Summervale farms, a three hour round trip, to ride, groom, and muck. Her days were long and filled with hard work, but she was driven by a desire to learn and ride the best horses possible.

Charlene Summers provided the support, vision, and outstanding horses to take Jennifer to the next level. Charlene had the expertise to breed outstanding Warmblood sporthorses from her Weltmeyer stallion, Wishes and Dreams and her foundation mares, H. Marado and Phirst Solo.

In 1999 Summervale Farm's stallion, Wishes and Dreams, was sold to a North West woman who continued to breed and promote him for the next four years. Lisa Dussome went with him to his new home and successfully competed at many North West shows. Jennifer was poised to step into the head trainer role despite her young age. Charlene always, "had faith that Jennifer has the natural talent, ability, and drive to some day take her to the top, and (she) wanted her riding (her) best horses." Jennifer began riding Charlene's Grand Prix mare, Phirst Solo, as well as other quality horses. Soon she began riding a beautiful bay colt named H.S. Wistar. This colt would change her life.

H.S. Wistar, at an early age, displayed the talent and attitude to take Jennifer to the highest levels of dressage. According to Jennifer, "He is as nice as they come. He's honest and tries 110%. He is a competitor; he goes in and shows off. This horse has charisma, personality and a great work ethic." They have a great partnership and deep bond that transcends technique. It's clear that he's more than just her competition horse - he's her true partner.

With the horse, the talent, the heart and the moral support to push for the Olympic dream, what else could Jennifer possibly need? Money-lots of it! It is extraordinarily expensive (approximately $100,000/year) to sustain and campaign a high performance pair for four years. Not only must they travel to California, the East Coast, and Europe to compete, they also need to pay for training while they are not earning income, a coach to go to the shows, a healthy body, and healthy horses.

Jennifer's friends and supporters formed a team and created a four-year plan to help her achieve her goals. We contacted everyone we knew to garner their thoughts and support. We solicited funds from friends, family, the Hungarian Horse Society, and others to help get her to the California CDI's. Charlene Summers, long time mentor and business partner, was instrumental in garnering the largest contributions. The first fund drive generated roughly $5,000 just days before Jennifer was to depart for San Diego. This was enough to get her to California where she could begin training with Jurgen Hoffman of German Dressage, an international level coach, with the goal of making the USEF long list for Gladstone.

Jennifer left Washington with high hopes, a modified goose neck trailer, H.S. Wistar, Phirst Solo, her dog, her best friend, Johnna, and well wishes from supporters. She was beginning the first leg of her four year journey to the Olympics. What began as a four week stay turned into several months.

Jennifer settled in quickly and began a strict riding and training routine. She was struck by how disciplined the riding culture was at German Dressage, but thrived in the environment. It forced her to become a better rider and competitor. She also quickly gained friends and supporters at her new farm. Susan and Gaye Walker wrote saying, "Jen has been down at our facility . . . for about four months now, and she has been doing great. I admire her, because she is SO dedicated. The whole time she has been down here, she has been living in her converted-living quarters trailer, in something the size of her bathroom at home. . . . She is constantly pushing herself, and the results she is getting are purely because of the work she puts in, and she deserves it all. "

Gaye Walker shared that they "... all (Jurgen and Jennifer Hoffmann, Susan and Gaye, and all of my boarders) have grown VERY fond of Jennifer, and we hope she'll consider us her second home..."

The hard work paid off...She was competing against the big dogs-Guenter, Steffan, Debbie, Leslie Morse, Leslie Reid, Charlotte Brehdal Baker in the large venues-The LA Equestrian Center, Del Mar, DG Bar and Flintridge and coming out in the top four of her class every time. In Los Angeles, her partnership with Wistar was so evident that Klaus Balkenhol spontaneously began coaching her from the rail and invited her to his training session, which is generally reserved for long listed riders. He spoke with enthusiasm about her and her talented mount, H.S. Wistar. Needless to say, this was a great boost to Jenn as she entered her first class! She was confident, skilled, and ready to give it her best.

With all of her wins under her belt, Jennifer was mentally ready for Gladstone, but financially barren. She needed to raise $30,000 within two weeks, to fly both horses to New Jersey. All of the talent and good wishes in the world wasn't going to get her there without help. Sallie Stewart and Donna Pederson stepped in to do the impossible-raise the money within 11 days. They put plans in motion for a benefit dinner and auction, getting the word out within days. On June 4th, over 100 supporters gathered at Emerald Downs to help Jennifer reach Gladstone. Through a combination of hard work, support, caring, and love, we netted $24,695. It was successful beyond our dreams!

As I write this, Jennifer is in Gladstone with Charlene, her fiance, Alex-Oh...did I mention she got engaged during all of this?-and her horses. I don't know how she'll do, but I know she'll give it her all and do her best. It's just who she is.

Jennifer has provided a way for all of us to be a part of the Olympic Dream. She's been thankful to everyone for their support, but we, her students, friends, family and sponsors are the ones who are grateful to be a part of her dream. It's rare that one gets to be so close to the Olympic Dream, and she has graciously welcomed us on this journey. She's not some distant celebrity; she's here in the Pacific North West. She is humble, confident, kind, and forthright. She is the type of person you hope gets the best in life. She's also the type of person who brings out the best in people. I hope you all have the opportunity to be part of her Olympic Dream. It's going to be a GREAT ride!