tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-26871972775328787362011-08-23T06:27:25.119-07:00Southern Crosse Endurance IncMission Statement:
To bring a portion of the Victorian Endurance Riders Association ride calendar to the central and surrounding areas. To involve our youth and other horse enthusiasts in our sport. To provide clinics, seminars and to promote the Australian Endurance Squad, and to bring awareness to as many people and groups as possible and to help to make a place on the squad achievable to those who make the effort to learn and excelcamtonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03516814923982126257noreply@blogger.comBlogger291100tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2687197277532878736.post-31722969558285271372011-03-28T04:41:00.000-07:002011-03-28T04:41:18.552-07:00Achievements
For 2 committed endurance riding members of SCEI 2010 saw Tamara qualifying her new horse Ransom Bartholomew (right), and Rachael achieving a joint 1st and 1st (bc) at the two 160km rides held in Vic 2010 on Big Charles (above).
We hope you will tune into our blog site updates on the progress of all our riders and their trusty steeds as they work through 2011.Rachael Saundershttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11554524213756379744noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2687197277532878736.post-4155743209387057282011-03-17T02:10:00.000-07:002011-03-17T02:13:48.394-07:00camtonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03516814923982126257noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2687197277532878736.post-91490533641877635052011-03-17T01:51:00.000-07:002011-03-17T02:09:49.820-07:00camtonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03516814923982126257noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2687197277532878736.post-3267221739026574482011-03-17T01:14:00.000-07:002011-03-17T01:49:12.262-07:00Southern Crosse are moving forward with a little help from our sponsors, we hope to have a team ready to go to the Endurance Forum, lets hope our sponsors can lend a helping hand, We had a good time in Tassie helping to put the Burnie AERA, FEI Rides together, what a great bunch we had over there, well done to all.. We had some learning curbs, so we will be able to add a little to our rides, camtonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03516814923982126257noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2687197277532878736.post-42148871479700714202011-02-10T22:01:00.000-08:002011-02-10T22:15:33.108-08:00With the coming year being committed to Fund raising, and putting together our agenda for 2012, I am looking forward to sharing with you the fun we will all be having, checking out some more Venues, Equipment, and the myriad of other gadgets needed to have a successful Ride, Including an innovated Vetting Area, Our Ideas are sourced far and wide, HHmmm this reminded me to pass on a little bit of camtonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03516814923982126257noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2687197277532878736.post-13481152316330604332011-02-07T11:12:00.000-08:002011-02-07T12:02:48.747-08:00Well the year has started off extremely bad for a lot of Aussies. we have had Flood Fire, Cyclones, as have other Countries, who have had Blizzards, and wars and people fighting each other over politics. Lets hope the world sorts it's problems out so we can all work at helping each other with natural disasters. On a more happier Note, Camille and I have been Invited to help two FEI rides . camtonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03516814923982126257noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2687197277532878736.post-86525784191917836382010-11-25T18:16:00.000-08:002010-11-25T18:25:50.830-08:00Well here we are at the end of the year, Endurance is winding down, SCEI have had a very prosperous year, with our events running very smooth, Our team members all putting in 1000 per cent, Helpers from all over Australia, coming to put their time and fantastic amounts of energy into making SCEI a success. We ave a new member from Malaysia, Danny Iskandar, who also completed his first 40km socialcamtonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03516814923982126257noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2687197277532878736.post-59627422553132778942010-11-23T15:07:00.000-08:002010-11-23T15:10:41.963-08:00Seaton Moonlight RideWell our year has come to an end, The Gerz crew put on a top ride to finish the year, a job well done . look at the Gerz Web page for full ride details. Have a very happy new year, and stay safe. Tonycamtonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03516814923982126257noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2687197277532878736.post-63248816970329506632010-11-08T14:30:00.000-08:002010-11-08T14:30:06.784-08:00Southern Crosse Endurance Inc: STATE CHAMPS 2010Southern Crosse Endurance Inc: STATE CHAMPS 2010follow the link above and click into the Nov/Dec 2010 NewsletterRachael Saundershttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11554524213756379744noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2687197277532878736.post-750306756527490232010-11-08T14:08:00.000-08:002010-11-08T14:08:11.790-08:00STATE CHAMPS 2010Hello all,
Camille and I are very proud of our team members who took part in the Vic Sate Championship Ride. Not only did Rach, Greg, Vanessa,and Sandine complete the 160km, they also brought home the chocolates. Tamara also did very well in the 80km ride, Well done to all we are a very proud group, and are leading the way in Vic.
Tony
(follow the links for stories to see pictures and Rachael Saundershttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11554524213756379744noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2687197277532878736.post-85733154664946040822010-11-08T14:06:00.002-08:002010-11-08T14:06:47.941-08:00FEI Educational WeekendFEI COURSE in BRISBANE
SCEI paid for our AIR fares and ACCOMODATION
to go and participate in the FEI course, this gives Victoria it's only two FEI Stewards,I congratulate SCEI on their forward thinking, and again Camille and I are Proud to be part of a group helping Victoria to go ahead.we are moving forward with our Mission Statement.
Proud to be apart of SCEI
Tony and CamilleRachael Saundershttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11554524213756379744noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2687197277532878736.post-45869213669082175672010-11-08T14:06:00.000-08:002010-11-08T14:06:03.594-08:00You Yangs 28th NovemberPlease come and join us Sunday 28th November for a social riding event - 10km or 20km.
Soft sandy trails, bbq laid on, water and excellent shaded day camp area. Overnight stay locally can be arranged for those travelling a far.
This day is to raise funds for Geelong Hospital Children's ward, in association with Barwon Health, Parks Victoria and Westcoast Adult Riders.
Southern Crosse Endurance Rachael Saundershttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11554524213756379744noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2687197277532878736.post-21176461625891703472010-10-17T21:32:00.000-07:002010-10-17T21:32:50.578-07:00Southern Crosse Endurance Inc: VICTORIAN STATE CHAMPIONSHIPSouthern Crosse Endurance Inc: VICTORIAN STATE CHAMPIONSHIPWEATHER TRACKERhttp://www.theweatherland.com/index.php?&show=4&all=1&lon=145.717&lat=-38.633&hpl=06&country=&city=Inverloch&lat2=-38.685509760012&lon2=145.6787109375&cf=&z=5Rachael Saundershttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11554524213756379744noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2687197277532878736.post-79423678781121101122010-10-15T23:28:00.000-07:002010-10-15T23:28:39.228-07:00VICTORIAN STATE CHAMPIONSHIPThis year's state championship rides will be held near Lexton, Victoria.
Starting midnight Friday 22Oct with the 160km (100mile) ride, and all other distances (20k, 40k and 80k) from 11am Saturday 23rd Oct.
Details and ride organiser contact are available following the link www.aera.asn.au/vera
This should prove to be a fabulous weekend, with hopefuls achieving their goals on both seasoned and Rachael Saundershttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11554524213756379744noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2687197277532878736.post-52693509196266584592010-09-06T16:21:00.000-07:002010-09-06T16:21:50.233-07:00FEI Ride July - feed backApologies for the delay in posting.....what a wonderful ride weekend was had by all. Some more photos below.
Also some excellent feedback from FEI officials and AERA president Ieva Peters. With word already of plans for FEI 2and 3 start events for 2011 at Newstead...watch this space.
Thanks to Tony and Camille and a commited team of volunteers Southern Crosse shall expect to provide you the Rachael Saundershttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11554524213756379744noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2687197277532878736.post-42120514365492766462010-08-12T17:11:00.000-07:002010-08-12T17:19:01.887-07:00Southern CrosseHello All, The amount of feed back we have had Australia wide has been astounding, I have been informed that we will have a lot lot more competitors coming to our next ride, we have been applauded for our proffessional approach, as well as our open friendliness, and our ability to help all the new people who came to our ride for the first time, from all reports there are quite a camtonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03516814923982126257noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2687197277532878736.post-27452264821566746162010-07-27T19:51:00.000-07:002010-07-27T19:51:04.406-07:00With ThanksWith great thanks to Freemantle Stockfeeds - yet another succesful endurance ride event was held at Newstead 24-25July 2010.
Rachael Saundershttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11554524213756379744noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2687197277532878736.post-58674957842297781772010-07-18T16:07:00.000-07:002010-07-18T16:07:29.320-07:00Newstead FEI Endurance Ride 24-25JulyCome along and join the fun this coming weekend. A fabulous 2 days of horse riding, fun, good company and laughs to be had at Newstead Racecourse Grounds, from 10am Saturday through 4pm Sunday.
Rides available 5k, 20k, 40k (Saturday) and 90k Sunday (AERA/FEI)
See events section for more information.Rachael Saundershttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11554524213756379744noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2687197277532878736.post-23190880312516628022010-06-21T19:09:00.000-07:002010-08-06T05:11:22.971-07:00Sponsors - Thank youWith great thanks to Freemantle Stock feeds, sponsorship of $2000, plus their new truck for a back drop for some Photos, Bendigo Bank and Sports and Recreational Equipment Grant, Victalent Grant, Southern Crosse Endurance Inc, are looking forward to presenting you Newstead FEI Endurance Ride July 23-25th weekend, at Newstead Racecourse Grounds.Thanks to all our sponsorsRachael Saundershttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11554524213756379744noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2687197277532878736.post-58838562793475542412010-06-20T05:16:00.000-07:002010-06-20T05:16:06.924-07:00Fabulous Newstead Ride WeekendWhat beautiful weather, fabulous company and good humour all weekend. With great horses, enjoying awesome riding conditions to enjoy the tracks of Newstead. Many Photos to follow....watch this space. And dont forget July ride upcoming to come and enjoy the experience for yourselves!Rachael Saundershttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11554524213756379744noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2687197277532878736.post-166732490866257202010-06-06T00:20:00.000-07:002010-06-06T00:20:14.803-07:00getting to newsteadRachael Saundershttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11554524213756379744noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2687197277532878736.post-84905954077679514912010-06-04T22:21:00.000-07:002010-06-04T22:21:05.172-07:00accommodation at NewsteadIf you are looking for non camp accommodation for Newstead Southern Crosse Rides, check the following links.
Railway Hotel 03 54762211
Whispering Gums Motel
Eagle Hawk Motel 54752750
Alternatively, bring you tent, swag, caravan, horse float, ute or car and bunk down under the stars at camp base, Newstead Racecourse.Rachael Saundershttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11554524213756379744noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2687197277532878736.post-78795566137709512092010-06-03T06:06:00.000-07:002010-06-03T06:06:59.688-07:00shazada marathonWow, having just started to read more about the challenge I have set myself to attempt the 2010 Shazada I am nervous, excited, scared, challenged, worried about my horse, feel I have no idea what I am doing....but I absolutely cant wait! Thank you to the higher power that gave me Big Charles and gave me endurance horse riding!
check out more information about the ultimate challenge google search Rachael Saundershttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11554524213756379744noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2687197277532878736.post-37928459576261210842010-05-31T06:19:00.000-07:002010-05-31T06:19:21.788-07:00Newstead Endurance EventsThe tracks................oh and no this isnt really what the blue bins are for......there for your horsie to drink fresh water from, out on track!Rachael Saundershttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11554524213756379744noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2687197277532878736.post-67114404502356723432010-05-31T05:57:00.000-07:002010-05-31T05:57:47.771-07:00Requirements for FEI rides For information on FEI ride rules follow the link, a summary is provided below
www.fei.org/disciplines/endurance
To attend a 1* FEI event, the following criteria is required: HorsesHorses must be qualified "open" (yellow book) horses and not subject to AERA Rule H8 (13 month rule) or a Rest Order.Horse must be at least six years old.Horses must have current FEI registration. Horses DO NOT Rachael Saundershttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11554524213756379744noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2687197277532878736.post-63466047171068294752010-05-31T05:42:00.000-07:002010-05-31T05:42:32.181-07:00Queen's Birthday RideCome along and join the fun at Newstead 12th -14 June 2010
Endurance horse riding at its very best!
Take a chance at one of these beautiful prizes................
or simply come to enjoy good food and a chat, beer and wine at the local pub! or around a camp fire!
Whatever your fancy, we offer 5km, 20km, and onward to 90km rides....good humour, education, a horsey vibe with lots of laughs Rachael Saundershttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11554524213756379744noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2687197277532878736.post-75533771922613482402010-05-22T01:11:00.000-07:002010-05-22T01:11:23.978-07:00With thanks....It is with much gratitude that we are able to note our kind sponsors on this site. Please take a look at the SPONSORSHIP page and follow the links to the individuals, breeding studs and business that have helped us to be able to bring this sport to a new level.
THANKYOU SPONSORSRachael Saundershttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11554524213756379744noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2687197277532878736.post-52944291178129582402010-05-21T06:06:00.000-07:002010-05-21T06:06:32.525-07:002010 Great Western RacesA team of keen endurance riders, entered into the boat race at Great Western, with the aim of raising funds to support VERA. Sadly beaten by the Wiggles, still no shortage of fun times and good laughs. And the horses were exceptionally well behaved, no poo to pick up and all floated home with ease!
Rachael Saundershttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11554524213756379744noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2687197277532878736.post-44487407708551748882010-05-19T03:57:00.000-07:002010-05-19T03:57:19.717-07:00Welcome from the editorHello all, and welcome to our new BLOG.
I hope you enjoy the informative content, fabulous photos and encouragement we can provide to come along to one of our 'ride events'. Keep watching this space for updates and news.
I encourage comments and feedback on articles and questions along the way about our sport, horse management for endurance, nutrition, basic veterinary matters and health care etcRachael Saundershttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11554524213756379744noreply@blogger.com3