Message from BRC Area 1 Riding Clubs Chairman
Dear Members,
Earlier this year our Area 1 Chair, Julia Robinson Dow had to step down due to extensive family commitments.
Julia joined the committee in 2019 and became chair in 2023. The Area committee greatly appreciated Julia’s contribution during these years. I joined the committee in February and in April agreed to take on the role of chair until the AGM.
A few years have passed since I served on the Area committee. I am thoroughly enjoying seeing old friends and meeting new members. A lot has changed, a lot has not.
There are different challenges for those involved with club committees. We must embrace change but not lose sight of the camaraderie that has built up over years. The various disciplines are hungry for our members’ participation. It is important that we support our club activities whether it is training or competition. Your Riding Club provides the best foundation for horse and rider to grow in experience and achievement together.
Participation is not confined to riding. Volunteering can be great fun, and entertaining! It is an easy way to give back to the sport we all enjoy so much.
The summer Qualifiers are looming (Saturday 12th July at The Daimler Foundation at Morris EC). Despite healthy memberships every discipline has noted falling participation which makes viability very difficult. I hope those supporting our competitions have a most enjoyable day.
Unfortunately I will not be able to meet you at Morris as I am moving house.
Remember to keep up to date with BRC and Area information by checking the Area 1 web site:
brcarea1.co.uk
and the Facebook page: British Riding Clubs Area 1
So best wishes for a successful summer no matter what the challenge is.
Jennifer Rentoul