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Re: [RC] Another newbie's rambling - Jennifer Layman

Perhaps that is just it!  Going slow shouldn't be considered a punishment therefore not enforced as such so that it feels like one. Perhaps the only added rule would be one that applies only to the minority of the membership that has a obvious repeated history of problems and who just doesn't seem to get it.  I think the one question that has not been answered is... is it really newbies harming horses??  It may actually be a small percentage.  The horse incidents that stand out in my mind were not newbies!!  
 
We have rider histories... perhaps that is where the answer lies so that the changes don't affect the body at large that overall is doing a great job.  Three strikes your out (for a while).  I also think there needs to be a pattern... not just three pulls you are out (needs lots of discussion).  Plus if there is a rule in place that "punishes" offenders then perhaps newbies will be more inclined to seek mentoring. 
 
Just more thoughts on a new approach to a very real AERC concern.  
 
Jennifer
 
 


Sundaez@xxxxxxx wrote:
In a message dated 12/12/2003 9:26:26 AM Pacific Standard Time, karenbrat1@xxxxxxxxxxxx writes:
I guess my whole point is, punish the people who are hurting their horses, not the ones who aren't, whether they're first-time AERC riders or ones with thousands of miles.
Why do you see slowing down as "punishment?" Once you fullfill AERC qualifications as an endurance rider won't it be that much sweeter when you gain the title?
 
I want to ride my horse as close as forever as possible. If those much more experienced than me feel a need for rule change then I'm for it...I don't have the experience to say otherwise.
 
I have a feeling a lot of ego is getting involved in being labeled a "newbie." So what? I've done 7 LDs and a couple NATRCs...and wow I am very much a newbie even though I've ridden a long time and have been involved with other riding disciplines.
 
Mel...going with the flow and enjoying her horse.

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