To celebrate Lulu turning 20 and Flagship 25
a roller skating party was held in their honor!

HAPPY BIRTHDAY LULU & FLAGSHIP!!
Thank you for all of your patience in teaching each of us to ride!

Quality horses go to school
Not by bus but by trailer!
All 3 girls wished to share with their class something special—a horse of course-- when they became student of the week so off to school traveled Dusty for Lydia, Scotty for Kylie, and Flagship for Danielle!

T’was just before Christmas
And all thru the house
No Lacey was stirring…..
When what to my surprise should appear but
A houseful of people, pizzas, Pringles and cheer!
And I knew in a moment that friendship and love were here! For with them they brought a puppy for me!

Lakeside Camps

Two cherished family camps on Lake Champlain in North Ferrisburg, Vermont

1)    Rough Shores--236377
4 Bedrooms, Sleeps 10,
Cottage, 2 Bathrooms

2)    Pine Tree Lodge--238012
4 Bedrooms, Sleeps 8,
Cottage, 2 Half Baths,

Mark your calendars:

Saturday, October 2, 2010

Whether you’ve got a hunter or a western horse, or are an adult or a young person, there is a class for you! New at the Spring Show and requested for the Fall Show--the Switch A Rider class!! You ride one way at the walk, trot or jog and the other person rides the same horse the other way at the walk, trot or jog.

Call or e-mail for a prize list. Admission is free—so stop in!

Plan on the Spring Show next year: the Saturday of Mother’s Day weekend—see you then!

Jocelyn Davie got her wishes: stay in the area, be able to continue riding, and  be involved in politics—She is now an employee of the Board of Elections in Cooperstown, NY where she is the Machine Technician/Election specialist.

CONGRATULATIONS to Emily Pidgeon upon being selected from a huge field of applicants to be a counselor at the Double H Ranch which is a camp for children with special needs. Their gain is our loss since Emily will only be a counselor at Quality Stables for one of the summer camps here but we are delighted for her!!!

A family Affair at Quality Stables The magic of the horse has drawn together not only the  people riding at Quality Stables but also their family members.

A QUALITY YOUNG LADY

KIRSTEN ELIZABETH QUA

This kind, quiet, compassionate, talented young lady started her riding at a tender age of a few months! Like all of us when we are tiny we just kind of sit up there and enjoy. From the get go she found the whole barn scene a magical place to be and add to that a horse to snuggle with and share your love with, well you get the picture!!---I am proud to have Kirsten be an integral part of Quality Stables.

At school Kirsten is a Junior Honor Society member, a high honor student, a member of the Art club, the School Chorus, and works on the school newspaper. The majority of Kirsten’s after school time is as a member of the very competitive and winning Laurens Color Guard squad. These young ladies put together and perform a program put to music that not only is very athletic but also incorporates the presentation of flags, banners, and rifles though out the floor show. 

Regardless of what is going on during the camp days there is much to be learned
and fun to be had by ALL!

The time is filled with riding, swimming, crafting, exercising, games,
eating turkey, corn & the famous magic potatoes, barn chores, and of course
the overnight!
Sound like FUN? Contact Quality Stables for further information.

A FUN filled ALL BREED Horse Show:

THE NEW YORK STATE EASTERN DISTRICT
MORGAN HORSE SOCIETY OPEN HORSE SHOW
Where? The Fonda Fairgrounds-Fonda, NY
When? August 6 and 7, 2010
Managed by: Jackie Ross
Prize list available: e-mail: springbeauty33@yahoo.com

By Lia Solensten

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The regal name, Middlemist Midnight Magic actually tells a story about the 1999 birth of this strapping, 15.2H mahogany bay Morgan stallion. Owner Dr. Susan McLellan, a small animal veterinarian in New York City and lifelong horsewoman, had meticulously planned the arrival of this foal, from the careful choice of stallion for her mare to hands-on foal watch for the much-anticipated arrival. But Middlemist Midnight Magic, or Merlin as he is affectionately known, had plans of his own and true to his bold nature, he astonished everyone with a surprise midnight arrival at Windswept Acres in Delancey, NY. McLellan recalls, “From the moment he was born, he had a curiosity about the world and great temperament that he still has today.”

Merlin possesses the boldness, agility and elegant Morgan looks necessary to stand out in the show ring against tough competition. “He has the expressive Morgan eye, uphill build and gorgeous arched neck tapering to a pretty head,” says McLellan with pride. She adds, “However, it’s his athletic ability and positive attitude that makes his future so exciting.” This talented stallion is soft and responsive enough to bring home the blues in Dressage, yet fearless enough to tackle cones and obstacles with enthusiasm. McLellan explains the sense of pride and enjoyment that accompanies competing a horse of this caliber, “Carriage driving demands a great deal from the horse and the driver because it encompasses three different skill sets within one discipline. Not only must you have flawless gaits and impeccable manners for the ring classes, you must have precision, impulsion and relaxation demanded by the dressage classes. And third, you must have speed, precision and a bit of the daredevil in you for the obstacle courses or cross country courses. It’s not easy, but it certainly is a lot of fun.”

Merlin is being offered for stud in the spring of 2010 through the collection station at SUNY Cobleskill, with semen available for shipping to any location. Merlin carries well known Catskill Morgan bloodlines including sire Catskill Star Trek by Stillwater Senator. He is out of Del View Nocturne Nikie by Del View Nekomi King. His current foals on the ground are proof that he passes along his size, athletic ability and sweet disposition. For more information on this magnificent stallion, visit the Quality Stables website at: www.qualitystables.com. Dr. Susan McLellan may be reached at: 607-746-2723; email: delsuedoc@gmail.com

Thank you for your interest in Quality Stables.

Please feel free to call, e-mail, or stop by and visit.

Jackie

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