tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-932439930694780998.post2609524486308688040..comments2024-03-26T17:31:58.290-07:00Comments on 'Fraidy Cat Eventing: pardon the interruption...emmahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05686949099663199382noreply@blogger.comBlogger18125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-932439930694780998.post-47895895362638395212018-06-10T22:27:06.821-07:002018-06-10T22:27:06.821-07:00Hahahaha. This is one of those things I definitely...Hahahaha. This is one of those things I definitely think I should do, but last time I volunteered at a dressage show, I got my ass chewed by the TD for stupid shit that really wasn't show related and it completely turned me off on the concept. I'm happy to put in the work, but I don't care to be treated like garbage for it. <br /><br />soooooo.SprinklerBandithttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02948487857418394022noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-932439930694780998.post-17765097264623421582018-06-07T08:42:50.287-07:002018-06-07T08:42:50.287-07:00Yeah, I dislike feeling so mehhh (and slightly neg...Yeah, I dislike feeling so mehhh (and slightly negative) about volunteering right now, but oh well. I wish we had USEA events in Maine because I would totally volunteer! Such a good way to learn. And the closest one in NH is run by the college kids, so there is not much need. Most of the straight dressage shows around me seem to be harder to scribe for, as that is the most desirable job haha. ;-) Or I am already riding in the show (hence the reason I liked being show secretary, as I could still ride in the show itself).Clover Ledge Farmhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03980479474173795906noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-932439930694780998.post-4134616690666408752018-06-06T18:29:08.697-07:002018-06-06T18:29:08.697-07:00it's such a great incentive haha - and the pri...it's such a great incentive haha - and the prizes are so great too!! i've won two of the random drawings and got a sweet horse show themed scented candle and a road ID wrist band for ICE contact info. hopefully you are able to squeeze in some more time later this season for some fun outings!emmahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05686949099663199382noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-932439930694780998.post-3495435467684077042018-06-06T14:52:08.811-07:002018-06-06T14:52:08.811-07:00I've been crap about volunteering but mostly b...I've been crap about volunteering but mostly because I haven't had time to go anywhere and volunteer! I actually love it as well- especially at well organized venues. I love that Sara is rewarding us for volunteering. Just more incentive!!nadiahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08290914277204973015noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-932439930694780998.post-13200181341626282702018-06-06T12:50:11.862-07:002018-06-06T12:50:11.862-07:00Oh man I did the “6 days a week” gig for a long ti...Oh man I did the “6 days a week” gig for a long time and DO NOT miss it haha. It’s real grind, I don’t blame you for not feeling like you have a lot of spare time for shows lol. Also yea I always forget to check in or check out on time too... tho usually it seems like a lot of organizers go back and make corrections as needed so that’s helpful lolemmahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05686949099663199382noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-932439930694780998.post-63807231220738607632018-06-06T11:56:32.486-07:002018-06-06T11:56:32.486-07:00It has been so fun joining in on Sara's contes...It has been so fun joining in on Sara's contest and has definitely made me figure out how I can help even if I’m competing (the local shows) and if I’m not how I can make time for it. Though sadly things have slowed down around here for the summer plus I work 6 days a week (just for the summer)… Sunday shows???? As for finding events I tend to stick to the events I know and are local. I really enjoy the VIP portal the USEA uses except the check in and check out thing!!! That’s tricky bc I forget to do one or the other!!! Bee Teahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11225059723348875614noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-932439930694780998.post-26454839313271423662018-06-06T11:18:53.933-07:002018-06-06T11:18:53.933-07:00yea i mean, it's definitely worth it to make t...yea i mean, it's definitely worth it to make the time. i'm lucky where i am that there *are* so many close by opportunities - it's not like this everywhere, i totally get that. but it's fun when it works out!! agreed tho that the more formal positions inside the orgs and associations can sometimes be fraught with drama. as much as i want to be more involved, that's really made me hesitant. emmahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05686949099663199382noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-932439930694780998.post-29928771663738862582018-06-06T11:17:47.723-07:002018-06-06T11:17:47.723-07:00oh man, agreed completely. it's all the fun pa...oh man, agreed completely. it's all the fun parts of the show (well, aside from the riding part haha) and none of the stress!! such a fun atmosphere ;)emmahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05686949099663199382noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-932439930694780998.post-10728086494722888802018-06-06T11:17:16.870-07:002018-06-06T11:17:16.870-07:00ya know, score runner isn't one that normally ...ya know, score runner isn't one that normally catches my eye when i'm looking down the list, but the way you describe it makes it actually sound pretty fun! i'll have to try it some time!! my favorite tends to be warm up ring steward - jumping or dressage. i just really like getting to talk to all the riders as they prepare for their turns. emmahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05686949099663199382noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-932439930694780998.post-70290800623561848552018-06-06T11:05:07.439-07:002018-06-06T11:05:07.439-07:00I'm impressed how much you've been able to...I'm impressed how much you've been able to volunteer this year! I feel like I "owe it" a little if I like to have these shows/whatever available, plus I do get something out of it (whether that be an educational opportunity or free admission and lunch) but I it's only an occasional one-off thing. <br />I've been involved with various local organizations (both horse-related and otherwise) and yes eventually the infighting or bureaucracy just drives me nuts and I get sick of it.Training Cupidhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14225857133948773885noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-932439930694780998.post-43778858170105911792018-06-06T10:41:43.020-07:002018-06-06T10:41:43.020-07:00Volunteering has made a pretty big impact on me as...Volunteering has made a pretty big impact on me as a competitor, even after just doing it once. You're totally right in that it helps humanize the sport. Also, when you volunteer, you get to spend a WHOLE DAY with horse people and talk about horses. It's a pretty sweet gig. ;-)Emily - May As Wellhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12404536866220283931noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-932439930694780998.post-62700535974082803132018-06-06T10:40:15.049-07:002018-06-06T10:40:15.049-07:00I like volunteering for the community and giving b...I like volunteering for the community and giving back and all that, but I also feel like it's a great opportunity to learn more about eventing. I've learned the most from scribing, but even jump judging is really educational. I especially love going around in the gold cart as a score runner and watching ALL the XC jumps. I like seeing how different riders approach jumps differently, how they deal with horses that have different attitudes or issues. Olivia @ DIY Horse Ownershiphttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16138490796669110523noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-932439930694780998.post-24776240211465412642018-06-06T10:14:43.747-07:002018-06-06T10:14:43.747-07:00definitely. i think it works both ways too tho - l...definitely. i think it works both ways too tho - like as a competitor i get stressed out when there aren't stewards or when stewards don't know about the timing of the show or whatever, and am always appreciative of kind and helpful stewards. so then when i go to volunteer - i try to treat the competitors from that same perspective and help make sure they have everything they need etc. makes for a better day for everyone!emmahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05686949099663199382noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-932439930694780998.post-29352113170599803712018-06-06T10:06:37.441-07:002018-06-06T10:06:37.441-07:00Thanks for getting out there and volunteering! It ...Thanks for getting out there and volunteering! It is so vital to not only that event but I believe to growing as a competitior as well. Plus when you know all the hard work going on behind the scenes I think it makes you more understanding as a competitior. Sarahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03346020257901575574noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-932439930694780998.post-28695686733302968752018-06-06T09:37:09.759-07:002018-06-06T09:37:09.759-07:00Ha yea agreed completely that scribing is basicall...Ha yea agreed completely that scribing is basically like getting a mini lesson. It’s so helpful bc it kinda distills down what the most fundamental pieces of the puzzle are that the judge is looking for at each level. emmahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05686949099663199382noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-932439930694780998.post-85167013369356437302018-06-06T09:31:49.481-07:002018-06-06T09:31:49.481-07:00That is so awesome, way to go Emma! I used to do a...That is so awesome, way to go Emma! I used to do a TON of scribing back in my dressage days, and loved it! I felt like after writing "needs more impulsion" 50 bazillion times, it really drove the point home for me, and helped to overall increase my scores. <br />Kelly the HnkyHanoverianhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/18336047158009394408noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-932439930694780998.post-13307554294726662472018-06-06T08:27:44.093-07:002018-06-06T08:27:44.093-07:00ugh yea that's really unfortunate, but also se...ugh yea that's really unfortunate, but also seems reeeeeeally common. i have toyed with the idea of getting involved with some of my local organizations in a more formal position .... but, i'm kinda afraid of it being a bit of a similar situation as what you describe above. bc yea... turns out a lot of horse ppl are too political for their own good! ultimately i volunteer for personal reasons and don't see a need to do so at my own expense if i don't feel appreciated or don't find the experience rewarding. figuring out what opportunities are more satisfying than others is definitely an important piece of that puzzle....emmahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05686949099663199382noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-932439930694780998.post-85978222587050449022018-06-06T08:21:14.033-07:002018-06-06T08:21:14.033-07:00I volunteered for years and years and years, even ...I volunteered for years and years and years, even serving in the president capacity of a state club and show secretary for my local GMO. I love to volunteer, but I have not for several years now because I just got burned out. I also don't have as much free time with a toddler haha. Plus, it didn't help that my local GMO basically told me two years ago that I was no longer needed as show secretary for their summer show, after doing it well for six years straight. The way it was handled really irked me and now every time I get asked to volunteer, I say "no thanks!" Don't treat your volunteers poorly because you'll regret it later on when you are struggling to find folks to help! :-(Clover Ledge Farmhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03980479474173795906noreply@blogger.com