Silver Creek Distance Riding 101 Clinics- Classroom and Mock ride. "Go the Distance"
Schedule
Sat, 11 Apr, 2026 at 11:00 am
UTC-04:00Location
Grandville Branch - KDL | Grandville, MI
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Silver Creek Distance Riding 101 ClinicClassroom Seminar & Mock Ride
Looking for something new to do with your horse?
Maybe distance riding is the sport for you!
What is distance Riding?
It is an equine sport where you ride a predetermined course within a specified time frame. Distances start at
25 miles and go up to 100 miles in one day. Intro and Novice rides are 5 to 15 miles.
How do you get ready to go?
This clinic will introduce you to distance riding. We will discuss electrolytes, vital signs, conditioning, what to expect when you get to a ride, Vetting-in, how to present your equine at final Vet checks at the end of the ride, and MUCH more. And of course, the rules. We will show you how to finish like a pro!
Participants will receive homework upon signing up.
Part 1: Classroom Seminar
When: April 11th, 2026 Saturday 11am to 4pm
Where: Grandville Library
4055 Maple St SW
Grandville, MI 49418
Part 2: Mock Ride
When: TBD
Where: Silver Creek Park Equestrian Campground
3900 138th Ave
Hamilton, MI 49419
Mock Ride
The mock ride consists of a 6-8 mile ride. Riders will go out on trail with experienced distance riders in groups of 3 or less. During the ride, there will be a pre ride, half-way and post ride vet check. For the safety of volunteers, there will be no hands-on evaluation of the equine, only discussion.
‘Vetting-in’. (For the safety of your horse, Vetting-in happens every 10-15 miles, at official rides veterinarians verify your
horse is fit to go.)
*Junior riders must have an adult sponsor
About your Hosts:
Barb Kurti is a Tevis Cup finisher with over 9,000 competitive miles. She is also ride manager of the Oak Leaf Run at Silver Creek County Park and AuSable Pines at South Branch Trail Camp. Diane Meinders is an 8-time winner of the Legend Cup, GLDRA"s Annual High Mileage Champion. Experience and friendly support in abundance.
Contact Information:
Barb Kurti
(616)-460-8041 (Call or Text)
[email protected]
Diane Meinders
(616) 707-6478 (Call or Text)
[email protected]
How Much does this cost?
Part 1 - Classroom Only*........................$50.00
Includes lunch & water
Part 1 & 2 - Class & Mock Ride...........$110.00
Includes lunch & water
GLDRA Rider Incentives for Clinic Graduates
$195 value PLUS more goodies
1. 1-year GLDRA Membership
2. $50 Discount on Intro/Endurance or Novice/Competitive ride at GLDRA events.
Upon completion of #2 Mock Ride
3. A discount of $90 on Endurance, Limited Distance or Competitive trail rides at GLDRA events.
Completion of Classroom Seminar AND Mock Ride required for graduation.
See Incentive Program document for more details.
PLUS 1-year UMECRA membership
Pre-registration Only - Limited Seats
Refund Policy: Refunds up to 7 days
Registration form, use link below.
https://form.jotform.com/260398110532148
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